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Explore, Relax: Mountain House, Yahoola Creek, Cherokee Forest

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to this Dahlonega retreat, nestled amidst Cherokee National Forest and historic Yahoola Creek. Relax in the living area with an L-shaped couch, flat-screen TV, and fireplace overlooking the meadow and creek. Enjoy serene views of nature from the fully equipped kitchen or hike trails outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Explore, Relax: Mountain House, Yahoola Creek, Cherokee Forest

Escape to our Dahlonega retreat, nestled off Black Mountain Road amidst Cherokee National Forest and historic Yahoola Creek, part of the North GA Gold Rush. Just 6.8 miles from Downtown, explore wineries on the 'Georgia Wine Highway' or hike the Chattahoochee National Forest right outside.

Sleeps 10: 2 King, 2 Queen, 1 Double with Pullout Single. With nature-inspired decor, our mountain home exudes charm. High wooden ceilings and ample windows fill the space with natural light.

Relax in the living area with an L-shaped couch, flat-screen TV, and fireplace overlooking the meadow and creek.

The fully equipped kitchen boasts granite countertops and essential appliances for easy meal prep. Seating for 8 at the dining table and additional seating in the formal living room and kitchen.

Main floor master with his-and-her closets, sinks, walk-in shower, and garden tub. Two queen rooms share a bathroom. Top floor offers a private queen room with its own bathroom and walk-in shower.

Enjoy serene views and crisp mountain air. Hike trails, explore Yahoola Creek, and visit Dahlonega's shops, restaurants, and wineries.

STR License: 081.

Note: Coffee pot and K-cup machine provided. Please bring your own coffee. Waze/Google may lead to the wrong address; Apple Maps recommended.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: $125.00 Pet fee

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Dahlonega, GA

What's nearby

  • Wolf Mountain Vineyards - 8 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Crisson Gold Mine - 14 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Consolidated Gold Mine - 18 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site - 19 min drive - 12.8 km
  • The Historic Holly Theater - 19 min drive - 13.2 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 81 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wolf Mountain Vineyards - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Montaluce Vinyard and LeVigne Restaurant - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Spirits Tavern - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Public House Kitchen & Cocktails - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Explore, Relax: Mountain House, Yahoola Creek, Cherokee Forest pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Explore, Relax: Mountain House, Yahoola Creek, Cherokee Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Explore, Relax: Mountain House, Yahoola Creek, Cherokee Forest?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Explore, Relax: Mountain House, Yahoola Creek, Cherokee Forest located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Wolf Mountain Vineyards. Crisson Gold Mine and Consolidated Gold Mine are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Explore, Relax: Mountain House, Yahoola Creek, Cherokee Forest Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kristi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved everything and hope to return
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

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

Beautifully peaceful

Bea
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bart S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great house. Our entire family was able to stay in one spot for our son's wedding. It was a beautiful setting. Unfortunately we were not able to get down to the creek. My mom said we need to come back here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot. Not too far from town, but just far enough. The yard is gigantic and grassy and the running creek is an important element of the property not to be overlooked. Huge game room in the basement with ping pong and spikeball (could use a pool table and/or foosball!). It serves well as a place for a family retreat with kids.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felecia H.

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

Great place with something for everyone!

This location is perfect for a large family like ours. We had ages 20-80 and everyone enjoyed this getaway! From the beautiful home itself to the gorgeous natural areas to the games and entertainment it was a win for us all! Exceptionally clean which is very important to us! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim G.

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

EXPECTATIONS EXCEEDED!

Great home on an absolutely beautiful property. Way more spacious than the photos. There is a huge game room downstairs and bedrooms on every level. The backyard and trail to the water was perfect for us. We fished, tubed, hiked and sunbathed all from the back yard.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

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

Great Weekend Getaway!

The house was large and well-stocked. It’s a beautiful location right on the creek. We had plenty of room for everyone. The beds were comfy. The kitchen had everything we needed. Would definitely go back. Maybe for a longer stay next time!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Absolutely love this place

This was the perfect place for my extended family to stay for my son’s wedding weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent Property Great Location

This is a gorgeous property in an excellent location with a gorgeous view! My family and I had a wonderful relaxing time in this thoughtfully stocked, well cared for, bear themed cabin. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

PERFECT IN EVERY WAY!

My husband and I stayed here for my son's wedding along with my mom and all my siblings and their children as well. There was ample room for everyone! This house is truly amazing! My nephew even caught a trout in the stream in the back yard. The property is 100% private and beautiful! The owner was phenomenal with communicating with us.I would definitely recommend this beautiful home,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Sons wedding

This house is fantastic. My family and I stayed here for our sons wedding. We will be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn T.

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

Cousin Reunion

We are a family who is getting older and tired of seeing each other at funerals. We started this last year and plan on continuing. We are from TX, IL and GA. This home was perfect for all of us. Five bedrooms, large dining room table, a lot of bathrooms, and located in a beautiful location in N GA. We were close to many things to do or just stay and enjoy the location. The kitchen has everything and then some. If we do this again in GA I hope it will be available. What a memorable and wonderful time we all had.
A family still together at a wonderful place.
What a beautiful site on the property.
A lot of fun and memories at this table.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Beautiful Spot in the country

The property lived up to expectations and lies in a beautiful location. Accomodation fully met our family needs. The property is a little off the main road and is a secluded quite location. Well appointed with all the amenities we required. Would recommend this property for a family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marshella O.

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

Spectacular property with lovely view

I gifted my children and grands a mini-vacay for Christmas and picked this treasure as our lodging. We absolutely loved this beautiful home with an exceptional creek view. Check in was a breeze and there was plenty of room for all of us to be together or have a little privacy. Everything we needed or wanted was provided! We were about 6 minutes from downtown Dahlonega and about 25 minutes from all the fun in Helen. I will definitely book again during the summer so the children can picnic on the lawn and enjoy the creek. Don't think twice, this is absolutely the family getaway you're looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

maribel w., Lakewood Ranch, fl

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

Thanksgiving Dinner

Beautiful setting, a fun, well-equipped home with comfortable bedrooms, very warm and welcoming. Do not hesitate to rent, you will love it.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin V.

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

Perfect Getaway in Country

Everything was as pictured. Seemed bigger than what it looked like in pictures! My kids loved being on the creek. It was very nice the amount of bathrooms so every group had their own. Beautiful and peaceful view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

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

Birthday Celebration

Had a great time celebrating our birthdays in this spacious home. Plenty of room for all of us. We enjoyed watching the deer graze in the backyard! The owner communicated promptly with our questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sara J.

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

Great view

Everything was excellent. The view was great. Many areas within 30 minutes to hike. The house was nice. Had everything we needed. All the bedrooms were nice. The beds were comfortable. Loved the creek behind the house. Everyone had a great time.

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Wedding weekend

Our family of 10 from Pennsylvania and California stayed here for a Labor Day wedding. The house was beautiful and had everything we could possibly need. There was plenty of room and the screened in porch was a great place to relax with a morning coffee. The house is in a very private location and yet close to anything you may need. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda L.

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

Siblings Birthday retreat

My husband and I rented this exceptional home for a birthday retreat with his four siblings along with their spouses. The home was exceptional in location and size. Very well furnished in the kitchen and with linens for all 5 bedrooms. We all enjoyed the creek, the view and especially the screen porch . Thank you for sharing
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Better than advertised

This vrbo looked nice enough online, but they need better photos-it is wonderful. The home is spacious, beautifully decorated, fully stocked with extra linens and towels, has a perfect screened in porch to listen to a babbling brook at the bottom of the hill. There is also National Forest on two sides, a path to the creek and on into the forest to a small waterfall. Simply lovely!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vickie K.

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

Excellent space!

5 bedrooms with excellent privacy and space! Comfortable beds and furnishings. This did not feel like a rental property, but more like a home. Plenty of space indoors and outdoors! Beautiful views! Loved the huge backyard with river/creek frontage. No neighbors within sight! We will always check here first when staying in the area! Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veronika B.

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

Cousin reunion

This property was wonderful to have our girl cousin reunion. It was stocked with everything needed and the home was just as described.The host made the process very easy and we all had a great time. One quick note, some of the beds are very high (especially for short people). A step stool would be nice. However, they were very comfortable. Thank you for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty B.

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

Spacious beautiful mountain home

Our family enjoyed staying in this spacious mountain home during fall break - loved the bear theme. The home is well stocked with kitchen appliances (best of any past rental), has spacious rooms and nice bathrooms. The screened in deck overlooks a big backyard that goes down to a flowing creek with a fire pit and Adirondack chairs. The porch downstairs has a swing which was nice. We enjoyed the ping pong table and other games that were provided. We enjoyed shopping in Dahlonega and neighboring towns, hiking to the waterfalls, panning for gold in the stream and the beautiful mountains - convenient for lots of activities. We would certainly like to return at a future date. Had a great time! Thanks for sharing this beautiful home with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

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

Wedding Weekend Winner

Could not have asked for anything more in a “landing zone” for our daughter’s wedding. The house was perfect for our group, including us (parents of the bride) our niece/nephew and their children (junior bridesmaid, junior groomsman, flower girl) and another out-of-town friend couple. The house is perfectly matched to its “Bear” theme with great decor throughout this high-quality residence. Tons of space and easy access to the HUGE property in back that rolls its way down to the river below, including a perfect set of Adirondack chairs, encompassing an idyllic fire pit just begging to be used. No detail was spared in this terrific North Georgia retreat- and the owners ensured that every thing one might need for a stress-free stay was within arms-reach at all times. Can not say enough good things about this home- just perfect in every way. (Traveler's note: WAZE will take you to a house on the opposite side of the mountain. The homeowner at that house is super-sweet, but if you want to avoid meeting her, use Apple Maps)
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023