Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 280 private acres

Riverfront lodge in Ellijay with a fitness center

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The Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge sits in a secluded valley with wrap-around porches framing mountain views. Guests have access to private pickleball/tennis courts, a disc golf course, and hiking trails. After outdoor adventures, unwind at the firepit or indoor gym.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Map
Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Carters Lake - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Piedmont Hospital - 15 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 15 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Cartecay River - 15 min drive - 19.7 km
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 17 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hunt Brothers Pizza - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zombie Skin Jerky - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪B-Rad's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Hunt Brothers Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪282 Deer Processing - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 280 private acres

Family-friendly lodge by the river
At Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 280 private acres, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a gym.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Games, barbecue grills, and outdoor furniture
  • Smoke-free premises, golf privileges (optional), and books
Room features
All guestrooms at Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 280 private acres include perks such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and printers.
More amenities include:
  • Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and children's books
  • 11 bathrooms with bathtubs and showers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Gym
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Playground
  • Stereo

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 11 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guest will not exceed the maximum overnight occupancy for the Rental Property.
No pets are allowed on the property.
Check-in is no earlier than 4:00 p.m. EST

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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Peaceful North Georgia Mountain Retreat on 265+ Acres
Luxury Lodge in the North Georgia Mountains on 265+ acres
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Frequently asked questions

Is Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 280 private acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 280 private acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 280 private acres?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 280 private acres located?

This family-friendly Ellijay lodge is located on the waterfront, steps from Chattahoochee National Forest, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Ridgeway Recreation Area and Carters Lake. Woodridge Branch Recreation Area and Cohutta Overlook are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Walnut Grove 11-BR Lodge: corporate retreats & reunions - on 280 private acres Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam and Theresa A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway!

My thanks to Heidi for a great stay! She is hospitable and attentive. Extremely accommodating and kind. I would definitely consider staying at Walnut Grove again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Men’s retreat

Wonderful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Executive Offsite

Our team thoroughly enjoyed a large, beautiful location to work on strategy and team building. The location was great and the property management was top notch
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for our Sr. Leadership Planning Meeting; this was one of the most beautiful places we've ever stayed at. Very well stocked, you don't need to bring much and so much to do on property. Absolutely Incredible! Heidi and Dee were amazing. A definite must stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

The resort was amazing.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible

Wonderful place. Owners are amazing. Worth every penny!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip of a lifetime

My daughter was getting married close by and we wanted a house that would be able to host the immediate family. Every detail of the house is well thought out. The property is well-maintained.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Micah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO rental ever

I’ve stayed at a number of Vrbo properties and this was hands down the best! The managers of the property were accommodating, attentive and extremely helpful. I could not know highly recommend this place. Absolutely beautiful and thoroughly impressive.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It couldn’t have been any better

Perfect
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

James N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

April 8-12

Awesome stay. Exactly what was expected, and more. Thank You!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding accommodations for our Family Reunion

This is a 5 Star experience. The property managers met us and immediately made us feel welcomed to the exquisite lodge and property. The accommodations are impeccable including the gourmet kitchen and outside kitchen. The grounds included so many activities for adults and children. The new pickle ball courts were a favorite.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing for our retreat

This was perfect for our work retreat. The space is large enough to accommodate several working meetings at one time and that each room in the main house has its own bath was a definite plus. All the information in the guidebook was so helpful for facilitating meals. We will do this again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best weekend Office retreat

We absolutely love this property and the high end details. Weather would never be an issue here bc there is so much to do. We really appreciated how beautifully appointed the home was for every guest and every bedroom and bathroom was amazing. Heidi and Dee were absolutely wonderful to work with and went out of their way to make our stay perfect! We 100% recommend this property for groups and will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judi W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Fantastic Large Family Trip

We had so much fun during our 7 day stay and were definitely "wowed" by this property. We do this every year and this is the best stocked VRBO we have ever rented. We enjoyed all the amenties too as we hiked, played tennis and pickleball, fished, played frisbee golf, cornhold and sat by the fire every evening. It was just the best. You won't be sorry, I can promise you that. Now, can someone tell me what mattresses you use as I want one for at home!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

regina r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

101st Birthday Celebration

Wonderful property. Exceeded expectations. Considering the rain from Hurricane Helene, we couldn't take advantage of the outdoor facilities. However, some did the trails in the rain. Staying inside was very comfortable and even sitting on the porch was delightful as was fully covered. Outstanding kitchen. All the family agreed would come back for another family gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ji Young L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a Perfect Getaway Spot

There were about 25 or so of us who got to experience the Lodge at Walnut Grove. To say it was above and beyond and completely exceeded our expectations would still be an understatement. The place was spectacular and immaculate. Every detail and amenity accounted for. We were there for a songwriting retreat, and apart from the ample space that we had, it also was simply inspiring because of the sheer beauty that we were surrounded by. We truly truly loved getting to stay here and enjoyed everything about it - start to finish. Thank you so much for creating such a wonderful place for people to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular

We chose this property for a decade celebration of our 60th - close friends and classmates. Everyone had their own room and bathroom and the grounds and accommodations were like a resort. Heidi and Dee met us at the property and were available throughout. Free eggs (from chickens nearby) and an amazing charcuterie board! Icemaker! S'mores kit, work out room, views to die for. Fishing and finished pickleball and tennis courts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As advertised and more

My family and I have contracted with property owners from Vail, Savannah, Orlando, and other places in the US. The staff at Walnut Grove is THE most attentive of all the properties we've visited to date. The property is truly amazing. While the location may not be as glamorous as Vail, the affordability of this property is a huge plus. The pictures only tell part of the story. The attention to detail in all the activities was first class. And the surprise of a disc golf course on the property was a bonus. My family is ready to get on this ride again. Thank you, Heidi, for your time and attention in making our stay memorable.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place to stay

Our family had the best stay at The Lodge at Walnut Grove to celebrate a 75th birthday. The home was beautifully decorated and stocked with way more than we expected, inside and outside. We have nothing but good things to say about our stay and can't wait to visit again with our huge family.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Family Wedding Celebration!

Beautiful property, inside and out. Wedding on the bridge for our 14 person group was perfect. Kitchen to die for. Every attention to detail, brought extra firewood and farm fresh eggs.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property!!

I brought my office here for a fall retreat and it was amazing. This property surpassed all other VRBOs I’ve ever stayed at. The attention to detail and proactive approach to stocking the house with items we may need was impressive. I had plans to do things in town but didn’t leave all weekend. We spent a ton of time at the outdoor fire place…it was easy since wood is delivered everyday. The quiet, relaxing luxury was exactly what I was looking for and that is what we got. Heidi did a great job communicating with me for check in/out. I will definitely be staying again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The most amazing place to stay for a work trip!

The house is amazing! They think of every detail from the comfort of the rooms, individual bathrooms, keurig in each room. We were there for a budget camp so the work space was amazing. Also the kitchen is full equipped with everything you could need. If you have an issue their response time is impeccable. We are already booking again for next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Great house! Definitely going back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding for family reunion

Everything was excellent. Responsiveness from Heidi was outstanding.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Experience for our Family and Friends

Our stay at The Lodge at Walnut Grove was truly memorable. The Lodge was immaculate, with exemplary attention to detail throughout the property. The craftsmanship is stunning and the furnishings are luxurious, creating a comfortably elegant and adventurous experience for our family and friends. We hiked all the trails, played in the creek, and used the grill, smoker and fireplace! The kitchen was a dream for our family and made it so easy to create a fun, easy-going atmosphere for our vacation. The property managers were easy and prompt to communicate with and attentive to our family. We highly recommend The Lodge at Walnut Grove to anyone wanting to create a special experience in the mountains of North Georgia. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022