Things to do around our cabin

Carters Lake, a couple miles from our cottage, is one of the best BIG fish lakes in Georgia - the only lake in Georgia that you have a real chance at catching a 30 pound striper, 15 pound Hybrid and a six lb spotted bass in the same day along with the occasional Walleye!

Looking for the best hiking in Ellijay? 

Discover nearby trails, hikes, waterfalls and more including local Appalachian Trailhead access.

The Cartecay, Coosawatte and Ellijay Rivers converge near Ellijay providing tubing, fishing, kayaking and canoeing opportunities and much more!

The beautiful waters of the Cartecay River run through the mountains in and around the city of Ellijay, merging with the Ellijay River to form Coosawattee. Kids and adults alike will enjoy a tube or kayak trip down the river to lazily ride down in an tube, or fight the waves in a kayak, for a fun day on the water

The Georgia Apple Festival is an annual festival in Ellijay, Georgia. The festival has been held every October since 1971 and offers handmade crafts, live music, and apples. An annual parade and antique car show are also held in conjunction with the festival.

Cartecay Vineyards and many other Vineyards, Wineries and U-Pick Farms are nearby.  Explore North Georgia's diverse agrotourism.