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🍂 Lake Chatuge Waterfront Farmhouse – Hiawassee, GA Leaf Season Retreat

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Property grounds
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
AU$270
avg per night

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Hiawassee, GA
  • Chatuge Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Brasstown Bald Mountain
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
The current price is AU$270
avg per night

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About the area

Hiawassee

Located in Hiawassee, this farm stay is on the waterfront. Cherokee Homestead Exhibit and Chatuge Dam are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Boundary Waters Marina and Hightower Creek Vineyards. Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds and Hamilton Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Chatuge Lake - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Hamilton Gardens - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Boundary Waters Marina - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Brasstown Bald Mountain - 27 min drive - 23.0 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Marina Station - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hiawassee Brew - ‬3 min drive

About this property

🍂 Lake Chatuge Waterfront Farmhouse – Hiawassee, GA Leaf Season Retreat

Step into the charm of a fully renovated 1920s farmhouse, perfectly set on the shores of Lake Chatuge in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath lakefront home offers the ideal setting for a fall getaway—where crisp mountain mornings, fiery foliage, and peaceful waterfront views come together in one unforgettable stay.

🏡 The Home
Originally built in the 1920s, this farmhouse has been thoughtfully updated to blend modern comfort with timeless character. Enjoy an open, airy living space, a fully equipped kitchen, and cozy bedrooms with fresh linens. Vintage charm meets modern convenience—perfect for both relaxing and entertaining.

🌊 The Outdoors
Step outside to your private boat dock, where you can launch the kayak or paddleboard provided for guest use. Enjoy fishing, morning coffee by the water, or simply soaking in the quiet beauty of Lake Chatuge. In the evenings, gather for a lakeside sunset framed by the Blue Ridge Mountains in their peak fall colors.

🍁 The Location
Located in Hiawassee, Georgia, you’re just minutes from hiking trails, waterfalls, charming local shops, and the famous Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds. Fall is prime season for leaf-peeping, with vibrant colors reflecting off the lake and surrounding peaks.

✨ Highlights:
• Lake Chatuge waterfront farmhouse with private dock
• Kayak & paddleboard included
• Sleeps up to 6 guests (3 bedrooms, 1 bath)
• Renovated historic home with vintage charm
• Close to hiking, fishing, boating, and fall festivals
• Stunning fall foliage views in the Blue Ridge Mountains

📅 Book Early for Leaf Season
Fall in the Blue Ridge is short but spectacular—book now to secure your preferred dates during peak leaf color! Stay at the Historic Hersie House on Lake Chatuge
Discover a charming slice of history at the Hersie House — a beautifully renovated 1925 farmhouse right on the shores of stunning Lake Chatuge. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home has been thoughtfully updated to blend modern comfort with vintage character.

Conveniently located right off Hwy 76, the Hersie House offers easy access to everything the North Georgia mountains have to offer. Enjoy direct lakefront access with a private boat dock—bring your boat or take advantage of the included paddleboard, kayak, and paddle.

Relax by the fire pit, soak in the mountain views, and bring your furry friends—Hersie House is pet-friendly (with fee- $100/per pet)!

You’ll be just minutes from downtown Hiawassee, the Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds, and a short drive from outdoor adventures and charming mountain towns. Whether you’re into hiking, fishing, waterfalls, or antiquing, this is the perfect home base for your mountain getaway.

Nearby Attractions Include:
• Brasstown Bald
• Bell Mountain
• Appalachian Trail
• Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds & Concerts
• Waterfalls & Scenic Hikes
• Horseback Riding
• Fishing & Boating
• Day trips to Helen, Blue Ridge, Clayton, and Highlands
• Harrah’s Cherokee Valley River Casino

Please Note:
The home is waterfront and located directly on Hwy 76, offering convenient access with some road noise. Must be 25 to rent.

Property manager

Shannon Watson, Harlin Properties, LLC
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Not allowed on furniture & must be crated if left
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
All trash should be placed in bags in outside bins.
Set temperature to 74 in summer and 65 in winter.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Do not drive or park in the yard or sidewalk.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector

Frequently asked questions

Is 🍂 Lake Chatuge Waterfront Farmhouse – Hiawassee, GA Leaf Season Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this farm house allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at 🍂 Lake Chatuge Waterfront Farmhouse – Hiawassee, GA Leaf Season Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🍂 Lake Chatuge Waterfront Farmhouse – Hiawassee, GA Leaf Season Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 🍂 Lake Chatuge Waterfront Farmhouse – Hiawassee, GA Leaf Season Retreat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this farm stay is steps away from Chatuge Lake, Hiwassee River and Chattahoochee National Forest. Chatuge Regional Hospital is 2 mi (3.2 km) away.

🍂 Lake Chatuge Waterfront Farmhouse – Hiawassee, GA Leaf Season Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie J.

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

Great Lakeside Home!

Beautifully decorated and on a Great Lake lot! It has all the extras like coffee and kitchen supplies. Located near wineries and restaurants and the Georgia Mountain Fair.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry T.

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

Perfect vacation spot!!!

Cozy and clean. Scenery is beautiful with access to the lake. Great fishing spot. Caught lots of fish. Quiet, relaxing and calm waters. Would definitely visit again. Shannon was great!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Case D.

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

Memorial Day Weekend

We really enjoyed our stay here on Lake Chatuge. This house is conveniently located 5 minutes from downtown. It was easy to run to the grocery store, restaurants, and the marina to pick up the boat we rented. Very clean inside and the renovations were done well. We will definitely be back for another lake weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica N.

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

Lake trip for active family

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this adorable little farm house. My husband loved the history of it and checked out the root cellar and spring house. We docked our boat at the dock using a public access ramp about 1.5 miles down the road. It was nice being close to town and it is a central location for lots of things to do. We visited High Shoals Falls and Brasstown Bald while there. The house had every kitchen item you could possibly need. Everything was new and clean and toiletries were stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rlarkin Investments LLC L.

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

Kudos all around!

The listing and reviews were spot on. This is a great home that was very well remodeled/restored. I was very thankful for the communication and response of the owners when I had questions. I can’t say enough about the quality of the appliances, the taste and quality of the finishes, especially the bathroom. For a small to medium family of up to six, this house is perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly M.

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

Cozy with tons of charm

We loved staying at the Hersie House. The home is extremely well equipped with all the essentials and a few nice extras that we didn’t expect, such as coffee and creamer and spices in the kitchen. The decor was charming. We enjoyed looking at the pictures of the renovation and reading about the history of the place. The heated bathroom floor was a touch of heaven! We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Great place!

House was beautifully appointed and clean. We enjoyed lake access and use of the kayak, as well as the fire pit and grill. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa D.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

My husband, my dog & I stayed here for our anniversary. We had a blast on the lake and exploring a new destination.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

helen S.

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

Fantastic

loved everything about it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

Vacation days

Very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sierra H.

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

Gorgeous Little Cabin

The cabin was absolutely adorable. Shannon the owner was wonderful to work with!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean F.

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

GREAT PLACE

THE HOME VERY NICE EVERYTHING YOU NEEDED WAS THERE AND THE OWNER WAS NICE.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

daniel n., Marietta

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

Excellent Weekend Getaway

The home itself was perfect for our family. Great layout and comfortable kitchen, living area, and bedrooms. We spent time on the dock and swimming in the lake and everything was easy and views were spectacular.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla T.

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

Beautiful, clean lake

My husband and I brought our boat with us to enjoy the lake. The boat launch was close by. The boat dock at the house was easy to get in and out of. It was nice to be able to leave the boat docked at the house until we were ready to check out. Great restaurants close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Christina N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pros: Beautiful lake view, nice back yard for dogs to play, nicely remodeled historic home and well stocked with linens, fans ,kitchen equipment, comfy beds and couch! Nice and private with great fire pit! Owners are great communicators and very response to all questions. Probably the best communication we have had in a VRBO to date! Big Plus! Cons: Front yard is very close to main road (keep fur-babies in the back only), two of the bedrooms are separated by a thin curtain (we had to change our previous planned sleeping arrangements and front bathroom door entrance is in an unairconditioned porch entry area causing bathroom to be hot and not well ventilated. The second entry for bathroom is connected to the two bedroom with curtain. It can be a bit tricky when you are traveling with other married couples, but we made it work. Boat dock has no roof (pictured in owners photos) and is a bit tricky to dock. It has two big metal bumpers when pulling in with boat instead of plastic..kinda like roadway metal railing. We did leave with a good scratch on our new boat. Since the lake is so busy waves keep boat knocking around constantly Looks like they have plans for dock improvements in the future as supplies where laying in backyard. I hope the owners do that, it will be beautiful! Overall: Great stay with just some minor quarks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven P.

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

Family getaway

Had a fantastic week. Host was quick to reply to messages. Great place for swimming and fishing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorinda W.

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

Sweet Retreat

We just spent a couple nights in Hiawassee and loved this property. It was clean and the updates are great. It’s a good location with water access. It is convenient to everything in Hiawassee.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgia B.

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

Family time

Myself, daughter and granddaughter wanted to spend some time together and this was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah K., Colbert, GA

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

Lake stay

The property is beautifully restored and very clean. It has a dock and easy access to the lake. The owners were lovely. The only downside is the road noise from passing trucks.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meridith B.

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

Super trip

With three kids and 2 dogs it’s hard to find a place with plenty of room to hang out, a nice stocked kitchen, and nearby activities and this is the spot! Loved the fire pit for s’mores, the lake for fishing, and all the nearby parks and waterfalls. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne W.

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

Great house!

House was exactly as described….it is right on a busy road but that was in the description…..other than that it’s right on the lake and was well stocked and comfortable…..very convenient to lots or hiking and walking trails which was what we were looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie A.

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

Relaxing Stay at the cutest Farmhouse!!

We had a relaxing 2 night stay at The Hersie House. We slept like babies in its comfy bed during the terrible storm that passed through. Its decor & charm is so welcoming and the history takes you back!! Shannon the Host made sure we had everything we needed and gave quick response to any questions. We loved the open space in the back even though it’s located on the main road. It’s close to food & DG if you need something quick. Go a head and just book it!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roy S.

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

We fell in love with this house!

We loved our stay. Over 100 year old house, but updated with nice comfortable features yet still the old farm house look and feel. The house was very clean, always funny about staying where other folks live and or vacation. A/c worked great, heated bathroom floor was just awesome. Very comfortable beds, newer appliances. Great location, close to town and on the lake. Did not want to leave after a a four night stay. Would love to come back again soon. This house would be nice year round.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cam

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

Perfect Lake Getaway!

We had a most wonderful week in Hiawassee and at this darling property! The farmhouse is adorably redone but maintains the charm of the original house! The decorations are perfect and the house has everything you need to enjoy your stay! Lake access was easy and we spent a lot of time on the dock reading, drinking coffee and enjoying the lake life! Hiawassee, GA and Haysville, NC were also great towns with fun local spots to enjoy! We rented a boat for the day and stopped at The Marina grill for lunch and visited the local VFW for some bar bingo! There are plenty of yummy places to eat and we just had a most wonderful time overall! Will surely return and stay again at this perfect lake property!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

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

Relax

The house was very nice and was close to everything we wanted to do. We brought our boat and tied it up at their boat dock so we could jump on it and go. There are a couple of wineries that are close to the house that we went to.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023