Title: Luxury dog-friendly escape: Grin & Bear It Lodge - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Luxury dog-friendly escape: Grin & Bear It Lodge Cabin in Ellijay with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102150000/102143600/102143517/29899b14.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102150000/102143600/102143517/f780fb12.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102150000/102143600/102143517/8c6f8348.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102150000/102143600/102143517/w1018h683x3y0-57fe9e33.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102150000/102143600/102143517/c07d9d56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in Ellijay, Georgia, Grin & Bear It Lodge offers a luxurious mountain retreat. Surrounded by North Georgia's natural beauty, this modern cabin promises comfort and entertainment with its exquisite design. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82454 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Gym - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Pool ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Luxury dog-friendly escape: Grin & Bear It Lodge Welcome to “Grin & Bear It Lodge”, an exquisite, modern mountain cabin, nestled in the heart of Ellijay, Georgia. This luxurious retreat is the epitome of comfort and entertainment, promising an unforgettable escape surrounded by the beauty of the North Georgia mountains. If you'd like, we can provide information or assistance with any specific details about the lodge, such as amenities & nearby attractions, we look forward to hosting you in this mountain paradise! \*Free Amenity passes w/booking\* STR Host License Number: 004348 ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool - Indoor pool - Outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Golf - Gym - Heated pool - Kayak - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water tubing 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 - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 2,454 square feet ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95040000/95039700/95039661/e852b325.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakeside Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Fishing, Hiking Walnut Mountain - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews CA $259 CA $776 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - Dec 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=95039661&PinnedHotelID=95039661&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21720000/21714000/21713982/9ef46949.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dog-Friendly Forest Cabin with Hot Tub, Shared Pool, Game Room, Two Decks Ellijay - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.2 Wonderful 115 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-11&endDate=2025-12-12&selected=21713982&PinnedHotelID=21713982&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95860000/95853400/95853345/caeafb4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Ultimate Bliss: Ellijay Mtn Cabin Oasis w Game Rm Hot Tub Extravaganza! 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No smoking or vaping allowed indoors. Do not use the premises for any illegal activity or bring illegal substances. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets ### 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=34.660896,-84.51368&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:uqqrEnqybO%3FS%3FQ%3FQ%40S%40Q%3FS%40Q%40S%40SBQ%40SBQ%40QBQBQBQDSBQBQDQDQBQFQDODQDQFOFODQFOFQFOHOFOFOHMFOHOHMHMHOHMJMHMJMHKJMJKJMJKHKLIJMJKLIJILKJGLKLGLIJGLILGLGNGLGLGLGNELENELELENCNCLENCNALCNCNALCN%3FNCNAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40LBN%3FNBNBN%40LBN%40NBLDNBLBNDLDNDLDLDNFLFLFLFNFLFJHLFLHLFJJLFLJJHLJJHJLJHJJJJJLJJJLHLJJHLJLHLHNHLHLFNHNHLFNFNHNFNFPFNDPFNDNFPDPDNDPDPDPBPDPBPDRBP%40PBPBPBP%40R%40PBR%40R%40P%3FR%40P%3FR%40P%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FPAP%3FRAP%3FRAPARCPARAPCRCPCPAPCPEPCREPCPEPENERENEPGNEPGNEPGNGNGPILGPGLININGLINILILILKNILKJILKLKJKLKJKJKHKJKJMJKHMHMHKHMHMHMFKHMFOFMFMFMDOFMDMDODMFODMBOBMBODO%40MBO%40OBO%40O%40MBO%3FO%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FO%3FOCOAMAOAOCMCOAOEMCOCOCMEMGOEMEOEMGMEMGOGMGMGMIKGMIMIMIKIMIKIMKKKKKMIIKKKKMKKKMIKKMIMKOIMIMIMIOIMGOIOGMGQIMGQGOGOEQGOGQEOEQEOGSCOEQEQCQCSEQCQCQCQAQCSAQCSAQASAQ%3FSAQAS%3FQ%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Hi38b5Kl_6SVbpqB3-2Lb4wzqtg=) Ellijay, GA #### What's nearby - Riverside Park - 3 min drive - 1.8 km - Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 4 min drive - 3.4 km - Piedmont Hospital - 5 min drive - 3.7 km - Cartecay River - 7 min drive - 5.8 km - Ellijay Marketplace - 8 min drive - 6.8 km #### Restaurants - ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive - ‪Buffalo Luke’s - ‬6 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive - ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Luxury dog-friendly escape: Grin & Bear It Lodge have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Luxury dog-friendly escape: Grin & Bear It Lodge 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 Luxury dog-friendly escape: Grin & Bear It Lodge? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Luxury dog-friendly escape: Grin & Bear It Lodge? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Luxury dog-friendly escape: Grin & Bear It Lodge located? > Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Riverside Park, Gilmer County Fairgrounds, and Piedmont Hospital. Gilmer County Library is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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