Welcome to Shiny Apple Cabins, THE BEAR’S CREEK RETREAT. A single-story cabin, steps away from the rushing waters of Fightingtown Creek. Wade & trout fish. Private dock. Grill, play yard games, make s’mores at the fire pit, or soak in the hot tub. Relax overlooking the creek on multiple decks. Dog friendly. No pet fee, fenced yard, private dog park & gated deck. Level parking options. Paved (not mountain) road. 10 mins to Downtown. Bedrooms have full bathrooms.
Maximum capacity: 6 people (even if not staying overnight); 3 dogs
*HIGHLIGHTS*
SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION
- Paved roads from the interstate to the cabin (No 4WD required)
- On Fightingtown Creek, with river access
- Surrounded by mature Hemlock trees
- Across from Blue Ridge Private Dog Park (inquire about booking)
- 6 mins → Bear Claw Vineyards
- 7 mins → Mercier Orchards
- 10 mins → downtown Blue Ridge
- 11 mins → Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
- 15 mins → Bigfoot Museum and Pinball Museum
- 20 mins → Lake Blue Ridge
- 25 mins → downtown Ellijay
- Elopement on-site (inquire about booking)
WELCOMING ENTRY
- Two parking areas available: Paved driveway plus additional, level parking space adjacent to driveway
- Lighted pathway to front door
- Covered and lighted entryway
- Smart lock for convenient and secure access
- Alarm system available for added security
- Guidebook with nearby recommendations
3 BEDROOMS WITH FULL, ATTACHED BATHROOMS
PRIMARY SUITE
- Primary Bedroom 1: King bed, river view, custom walnut furniture, full length mirror, electric fireplace, loveseat, deck access via French doors, attached full bathroom, blackout cellular blinds
- Primary Bathroom 1: Oversized walk-in tile and river rock shower with rain shower head, hand-held wand, and fixed shower head options and bench, custom wood double vanity with natural stone sinks
SECONDARY SUITE
- Primary Bedroom 2: King bed, custom headboard, folding cot for additional sleeping, attached full bathroom, blackout blinds
- Primary Bathroom 2: Tub/shower combo with tile surround, custom wood vanity
TERTIARY SUITES
- Master Bedroom 3/Game Room: Full-size log-frame futon, blackout cellular blinds, games (race car shuffleboard, kid-safe dart board, ring toss, Super Pac-Man countercade game, tabletop games), puzzles, 32” Smart TV, DVD player, DVD library, deck access & river view via tempered glass door, attached full bathroom
- Bathroom 3: Walk-in custom river rock shower, Jack n Jill to living room, full-sized washing machine and dryer
OPEN CONCEPT KITCHEN/DINING/ LIVING
- KITCHEN: Cooking & dining essentials, live-edge granite countertop, eat-in breakfast bar with seating for 2, stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher, ice-maker, microwave, toaster, drip and Keurig coffee makers, & instant hot water dispenser
- DINING: Live-edge wood dining table with seating for 6, deck access & river view through French doors
- LIVING: Sofa & loveseat seating, wood-burning fireplace (wood provided), 55” Smart TV, DVD player, DVD library
SOAK IN THE OUTDOORS
- All outdoor spaces (except front porch) have Fightingtown Creek views with year-round rushing water
- Covered front porch entry: Smart keypad
- Backyard: Water access via private dock, picnic table, 4 Adirondack chairs, porch swing & park-style charcoal grill
- Hot tub deck: Sunken hot tub
- Back deck: Outdoor seating for living & dining table with umbrella
- Fire pit: 6 Adirondack chairs
- Creekside deck: Built-in bench seating
- Private dock and water access
- Outdoor Games: Cornhole, badminton rackets/birdies, giant wooden yard dice (Yardzee/Yardkle) & horseshoes
- Across the road from Blue Ridge Private Dog Park (inquire about booking)
KID-FRIENDLY
- Single-story cabin (no interior stairs)
- Bears scavenger hunt (over 160 bears!)
- Bathtub
- Step stool
- Twin sized folding cot
- Waterproof mattresses & pillow covers in bedrooms
- Portable changing table
- Pack-n-Play
- Kid-friendly plates, cups, bowls & silverware
- Blackout cellular blinds in bedrooms
- Full-sized laundry
- Game room
- Games, puzzles & books for children
- TV & DVD player in game room
- DVD library
- Fireplace screen
- Gated back deck
- Outdoor games
- 2 Life-sized bear cut outs in the front yard for selfies
- Postcards - color in the bears! (crayons provided)
- Bear sticker board (add yours!)
ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story cabin (no interior stairs)
- Open floor plan
- Hardwood flooring
- Lighted parking & entryway
- Walk-in shower with shower wand & built-in seating
- Chair-height dining table
DOGS LOVE IT TOO
- 2 enclosed areas (i) gated deck & (ii) fully-fenced yard
(Fence is reinforced with welded wire mesh. But of course, be mindful if your pup is a little escape artist)
- No pet fee
- Extra sanitation & cleaning every stay
- Dog bowls, blankets, towels, pup-specific cleaning supplies & poop bags
- Pet cover on couch, futon & love seat
- Crate (36”) with mat
- Dog bed (washable cover)
- Optional access to the cabin’s privately owned 0.84 acre Blue Ridge Private Dog Park (across the road), $75 for a stay of 3 nights or less or $169 for a stay of 4+ nights. Private: Just you and your pups. No one else.
- List of dog-friendly places
- Up to 3 dogs welcome (no cats or other pets, please, due to owner allergy)
- Homemade, holistic treats from Fur Baby Eatery
- First Aid Kit for dogs
- Poop scooping services (inquire about booking)
- Digital dog frame: *Send us a photo of your pup at THE BEAR'S CREEK RETREAT to be added*
- Dog Photography Package (inquire about booking)
REMOTE WORK
- Office desk with chair
- Highspeed WiFi
THOUGHTFUL DESIGN
The cabin is themed to Blue Ridge's most sought after local: Black Bear. Unique, tasteful and fun pops of over 160 for you to seek out in a scavenger hunt. Includes 2 large outdoor cutouts (Papa Bear Elvis and Baby Bear Cher) for selfies!
*Veteran-owned*
Fannin County Lodging Certificate #STR-053200
- If you have a larger group, Shiny Apple Cabins also has a SUM FUN dog-friendliest mountain cabin - fenced yard, mountain view - available for rent about 20 minutes away; receive 10% off the second rental: https://www.vrbo.com/3320896?dateless=true
- PRIVATE DOG PARK: "Blue Ridge Private Dog Park" is across the street. Private: just you and your pups, no one else. Fully-fenced, with 0.84 acres of cleared, wooded land (no grass). *Please be mindful of potential ground hazards as the area is not groomed. You may encounter wildlife. Poop bags are provided. Please dispose of all waste and garbage in a secured trash bag and place in bear bin at the cabin. To use the dog park, there is an additional $50 for a stay of 3 nights or less or $139 for a stay of 4 nights or more.
- PEOPLE: Ensure all guests are accounted for within your reservation - maximum permitted is 6 people and 2 dogs. We DO NOT allow anyone who is not accounted for in the reservation onto the property, even if they do not plan to stay the night. Unannounced guests will result in a fee of $100 per guest, per night booked, AND you will need to vacate immediately, AND any resulting plumbing and septic costs shall be guest's responsibility.
- PETS: Up to 2 dogs welcome (no size or breed restrictions). No cats or other pets permitted. There is a $200 fee for bringing an unannounced dog or other pet. Ensure all waste is picked up. Due to local wildlife, please be mindful of your pets.
- SEPTIC/PLUMBING: *This cabin is on a septic system* Bathroom - Flush only toilet paper. Do not flush hygiene products, wipes (even if flushable), paper towels, or tissue, as this will cause a blockage and render all plumbing useless. ***Kitchen - Only liquids can go down the kitchen sink drain. Cooking oils, grease, fats, food debris, and coffee grounds must go into the trash. Use paper towels (provided) to absorb and wipe items clear. *** Drain screens - There are drain screens in the kitchen and bathrooms to prevent hair, food, and other items from going down the drains; these must be used at all times.***
- HOT TUB: The hot tub is emptied between every reservation, therefore the water may not be hot upon your arrival. The hot tub can reach temperatures up to 104°F. It will lose about 5°F per hour when the lid is off; weather conditions and use of the jets may expedite this cooling.
- TRASH: ***All trash and poop bags must be BAGGED and TIED in kitchen-sized 13 gallon bags, then placed in the outdoor bear-resistant trash bins. The trash company removes each bag individually; no dump truck. Trash is collected Tuesdays and Fridays.***
- FUTON: The futon is designed for convenience over comfort. If you are sensitive to mattresses, one of the traditional beds is recommended.
- FIREPLACE: Ensure the flue is open by sliding the handle that's at the top center of the fireplace all the way to the right (smoke should go up the chimney). Fires must be attended at all times. Place all cold ashes in the metal bucket provided; do not dump outside. Do not use the air conditioning and fireplace at the same time. (Not permitted for use May through August).
- INSECTS: Because this is a rural area, we recommend turning off lights not directly in use as insects are prevalent and attracted to light, especially at night. **If you are sensitive to wildlife and insects, this listing may not be the right fit**
- LAWN CARE and PEST CONTROL: Lawn maintenance and pest control is completed each month, weather permitting. You may see contractors working outside.
- OUTDOOR CUSHIONS: Outdoor cushions are in the storage bin on the deck. To preserve them, please place cushions in the bin when not in use.
- FENCED YARD: The fencing is reinforced with welded wire mesh. But be mindful if your pup is a little escape artist.
- BOOKS: There may be books in the Take One, Leave One library which do not represent the opinions or values of your host. If you find something offensive or inappropriate, please tuck it away and let us know.
- FLAMMABLES: No candles or fireworks permitted anywhere on the premises.
