Easy Family Travel/Sauna/Hot Tub/Mtn. View | House in Ellijay
3 Bedroom House in Walnut Mountain, Ellijay
Stunning Mountain Views + 2 Private King Bedrooms + Permanent Crib and Baby Necessities + Mobility-Friendly Amenities (Ramp + Grab Bars) + Hot Tub with Safety Guard + Wet/Dry Sauna + Multiple Play Areas for Kids + Dog Friendly + EV Charger + Paved Roads for Easy Access + 15 mins to Downtown Ellijay, Orchards & Wineries + Fully Stocked Kitchen + Gated Community Amenities: Pool, Pickleball, Tennis, Hiking Trails, Ponds & Picnic Areas
We do not live onsite but are available via phone, text or booking app platform to help with questions or issue. The cabin is available for check-in 24 hours a day with a custom door code provided during the booking process.
Red Tail Retreat is nestled up top in The Walnut Mountain community. It is a quick 15 minutes into downtown Ellijay and 25 minutes to downtown Blue Ridge where you will find a number of things to do year round! Plentiful walking/biking trails, waterfalls, tubing, and white water rafting, quaint shops and downtown eateries, multiple vineyards, and local arts & crafts. Festivals are held year-round and are fun for all ages. The Walnut Mountain community itself offers tennis/pickleball courts, lakes, hiking trails, creek access with picnic tables and community pool open from Labor Day - Memorial Day.
Traveling to the cabin is an easy drive and you will be given a gate code before check-in for access to the community and amenities. Once you are in the community, there are paved roads leading to the cabin up the mountain. A large handicap accessible gravel driveway will accommodate up to three vehicles. For those with limited mobility, there is a ramp for the front stairs and only one short step (4") into the main level of the cabin which is then step-free. You will be sent a digital door code for 24-hour check-in. You will have access to the entire cabin and community amenities for the duration of your stay.
Red Tail Retreat — Relaxed Luxury for Families, Views for Days, and Thoughtful Touches at Every Turn
Perched at the top of the gated Walnut Mountain community, Red Tail Retreat is your cozy-chic home base for memory-making in the North Georgia Mountains. Professionally designed with moms, multi-gen families, and design lovers in mind, this cabin blends relaxed mountain luxury with playful kid-friendly spaces and effortless comfort. With 2 king suites, a forest-themed loft with 2 full beds, and thoughtful touches throughout, it’s the kind of home where everyone—from toddlers to grandparents—can truly unwind.
We’ve stocked the cabin with nearly everything you need for an easy mountain trip: a full nursery setup, a game room that keeps kids busy for hours, a fully equipped kitchen, a hot tub + sauna spa deck, and an extensive digital guidebook to simplify planning. Light holiday décor will be up for December stays as well.
✨ What You’ll Love
Main Floor Magic (Accessible-Friendly!)
Just one low step and a ramp lead you into the main level, featuring:
• A king bedroom with a mountain view workstation
• A full bathroom with grab bars
• A screened porch with a sectional, hanging nest chair & electric fireplace
🍼 Dreamy Setup for Littles
We make family travel simple with: crib, rocker, baby monitor, high chair, stair gate, bath seat, cabinet locks, kid dishes & more.
🛏️ Room to spread out
• 2 king bedrooms with blackout curtains, robes & luxe bath products
• Kids’ loft with 2 full beds, tent dividers, glowing moon, stuffed woodland animals & USB chargers
• Nursery nook off the main bedroom
🎯 Game On!
A full game level with shuffleboard, vintage F-14 Tomcat pinball, board games, Connect 4, chalkboard desk area, pickleball paddles, and a cozy lounge area.
🔥 Indoor & Outdoor Spaces for Everyone
• Screened porch with seating + electric fireplace
• Front porch with Blackstone flat-top grill, rocking chairs, porch swing, cornhole & giant Jenga
• Mountain-view firepit with Adirondack chairs & easy propane ignition
🌌 Stargazing & Spa Time
• 4-person cedar dry/wet sauna
• 6-person hot tub with safety rail and string lights
• Zero-gravity chairs + telescope for dark-sky nights
🍳 A Fully Stocked Kitchen
Stainless appliances, dining for 6 + counter seating, well-appointed cookware, kids’ dinnerware, Keurig dual coffee bar with essentials, and all the basics stocked so cooking is easy.
📺 Relaxation Dialed Up
Smart TVs in every bedroom + living area, high-speed internet, gas fireplace (seasonal), USB outlets everywhere, plush robes & elevated bath amenities.
🔌 Extras That Make a Difference
• Level 2 Godiag 32 amp EV charger with Tesla adapter
• Starter supplies + travel-friendly items
• Access to Walnut Mountain amenities: pool, tennis, pickleball, fishing ponds, hiking trails & creekside picnic tables
🏡 Room-by-Room Overview
Living Room
Large sectional & swivel chair with mountain and TV views • Gas fireplace (Oct–Mar) • 55” Smart TV • Access to the screened porch
Kitchen & Dining
Seating for 6 + bar seating • Stainless appliances • Well-appointed cookware • Coffee bar • Kids’ dishes • Fully stocked essentials
Main Floor King + Bath
Mountain-view workstation • Nursery nook (crib, rocker, monitor) • Smart TV • Blackout curtains • Bathroom with grab bars • Robes + toiletries
Kids' Loft
Camping-themed play zone • 2 full beds with tent dividers • USB chargers • Soft linens • Stuffed woodland animals
Second King Suite
Mountain views • Reading nook with cabin books • Smart TV • Updated ensuite bath • Robes + Toiletries
Game Room
Pinball • Shuffleboard • Game table • Board games • Pickleball gear • Chalkboard desk • Washer/dryer + Hot tub towels
Spa Deck
4-person sauna • 6-person hot tub • String lights • Zero-gravity chairs • Telescope • Additional seating
Enjoy a spacious cabin retreat, perfect for the whole gang to relax and reconnect.
Everything you need is within a 15-30 minute drive. Multiple shopping districts and excellent food options, and a new state-of-the-art Movie Theater, or if you want to stretch your legs a bit the Chattanooga area with all of its attractions are about 1.5 hours away, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park & Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge area only 2.5 hours away. Cades Cove about 1.5 hours drive, the casinos in Cherokee, NC 1.5 hours. Closer to home take the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, ranked the 4th-best railway to enjoy the fall colors according to Country Living Magazine.
- No parties or smoking of any kind allowed (cigarettes, cigar, weed, vape, candles, etc.)
- Minimum Rental age 25 and no kids younger than 12 years old allowed without prior approval.
- The roads are paved to the cabin, but can have steep incline in some areas. There are some large bumps along the road and getting into the driveway so low riding vehicles are not recommended and driveway is not suitable for RV's or large trailers
- There is a pet fee for up to two dogs per stay with a 2 dog maximum.
- No refunds for inclement weather, power or wifi outages, pests or animals. During severe weather threats or dangerous road conditions we may request you cancel your reservation to ensure your safety if the cabin or area is under extreme weather or road warning.
- The indoor fireplace is available for use from Oct - Mid-March and community pool is open Labor Day - Memorial Day
Easy Family Travel/Sauna/Hot Tub/Mtn View is located in Walnut Mountain. Easy Family Travel/Sauna/Hot Tub/Mtn View provides accommodation, featuring Laundry, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, among other amenities. This House features Laundry, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Easy Family Travel/Sauna/Hot Tub/Mtn View has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Walnut Mountain has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Walnut Mountain, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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2 bathrooms
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Hair dryer
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Towels provided
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Bed sheets provided
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3 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Fireplace
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Microwave
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Coffee/tea maker
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Dishwasher
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Toaster
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Stovetop
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Oven
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Refrigerator
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Kitchen island
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Washing machine and dryer
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Onsite parking
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Electric car charging station on site
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Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
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Pet friendly
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Welcoming dogs only
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2 total pets
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Smoke-free property
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Wheelchair-accessible parking
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Hardwood flooring in public areas
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Thin carpet in public areas
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Area rugs in public areas
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Tile flooring in public areas
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Wheelchair-accessible van parking
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Well-lit path to entrance
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1 on-site accessible parking spaces
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Tennis on site
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Basketball nearby
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2 outdoor pickleball courts
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Games
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Video games
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Smart TV
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Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)
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English
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In the mountains
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In a rural location
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Desk
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Office
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Desk chair
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Cabinet locks
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Children's dinnerware
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Travel crib
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Baby monitor
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Highchair
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Children's books
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
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Barbecue grill
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Balcony
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Shared/communal pool
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Sauna
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Private pool
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Hot tub
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
