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100 Year Old Cabin on the Chestatee River, wineries, tubing, fishing and more

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Front of Lodge at night
Front garden of the Lodge
Entrance to the Property
walk over bridge

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6371.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Dahlonega, GA
  • Place, Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Consolidated Gold Mine
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom Master

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

100 Year Old Cabin on the Chestatee River, wineries, tubing, fishing and more

This unique 100 year old log cabin sits next to the banks of the Chestatee River. Perfect for fishing, tubing or just sitting on the riverside platform having your morning cup of coffee of set at sundown with a glass of wine. Whatever your pleasure, we want you to relax and in this new time we live in, cleanliness is or number 1 priority. We sterilize everything and “ozonate every room after each stay to assure that there isn’t anything you wouldn’t want to take home with you left behind. 3 bedrooms and a master suite. 2 full baths. All stone and log construction. Large kitchen with a fireplace, large living room with a fireplace, game room, reading area and a solarium. All the rooms have a view of the Chestatee River. The cabin was previously owned by writer Hugh Wilson which wrote such great movies as "Police Academy", "First Wives Club", and the TV series "WKRP in Cincinnati" The Cabin is within minutes of some of the best wineries in the world and also just down the road from "The Dahlonega Square" with a bunch of great shops where you can shop til you drop or where you can pan for gold or visit the historic gold museum. Bet you didn’t know that Dahlonega was the 1st place GOLD was discovered in the United States. Come have a memorable stay. Now let me answer 2 of the most asked questions that we answer. The most popular question is 1: how much of the Lodge do we get?..answer All 4500 Sq Ft. No one lives in the Lodge while your there. 2: do you have cameras in the Lodge?…No, your privacy besides the cleanliness is most important.
If you have any additional questions please send them and we are excited your coming to the Lodge on the river.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
Stone floors and some stone stairs and a river
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Events

No events allowed
We have an event venue for large parties/events
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 and take out the rubbish
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No children between the ages of 1 and 13 years
No pets staying or visiting
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We have an event venue for large parties/events
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dahlonega

Located in Dahlonega, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site and The Historic Holly Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Consolidated Gold Mine and Chestatee River Diving Bell. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Yahoola Creek Tennis Center, or consider a night out at Tumlin House & Vineyard. Waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Dahlonega, GA

What's nearby

  • Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Consolidated Gold Mine - 5 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Vickery House - 7 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Crisson Gold Mine - 7 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Gainesville Station - 29 min drive
  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Blue 42 Market - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 100 Year Old Cabin on the Chestatee River, wineries, tubing, fishing and more pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 100 Year Old Cabin on the Chestatee River, wineries, tubing, fishing and more?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 100 Year Old Cabin on the Chestatee River, wineries, tubing, fishing and more on 18 Apr 2026 start from AU$460, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 100 Year Old Cabin on the Chestatee River, wineries, tubing, fishing and more?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 100 Year Old Cabin on the Chestatee River, wineries, tubing, fishing and more?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 100 Year Old Cabin on the Chestatee River, wineries, tubing, fishing and more?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 100 Year Old Cabin on the Chestatee River, wineries, tubing, fishing and more located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo, Yahoola Creek Tennis Center and Consolidated Gold Mine. Tumlin House & Vineyard and Chestatee River Diving Bell are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 127 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherri T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is absolutely stunning! The owners are very accommodating and helpful. We loved the little welcoming touches of fresh pumpkin bread and beautiful fall decor.We will definitely visit again in the spring and/or fall!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alice R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming host who thoroughly showed us around this gorgeous and peaceful location.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

LINDA J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was amazing! The host was extremely helpful. We will definitely stay there again if we return to Dahlonega.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bernard E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tim is a 5-star host of a 4-star property. This 100 year old house has tremendous history, but a few items concerned me during my stay. The flooring in the master bath is not level and easy to slip or trip. The top of the stairs railing is very low. I nearly slipped coming down the top step and fortunately saved myself from falling. My concern is the railing at the top of the stairs is too low to hold onto. This historic home is quite dark with lamps everywhere around the home to help provide adequate lighting. Please label what light the switches apply. One final recommendation would be to add some privacy shade/blinds on the end of the property closest to your home. While preserving the beautiful view and historic nature of the home, having some privacy blinds would be nice given the close proximity to the owner’s home next door.As I said above, Tim is a 5-star host! He was easy to communicate with from reservation, to arrival and departure. If I had a question, he was quick to reply. He met us upon arrival, gave us a tour of the home and his wife provided some wonderful pumpkin bread. Love that level of service. You don’t find it very often and it was very much appreciated.This is a historic home with a beautiful and peaceful view of the river below. We were able to get Uber service from the house to town approx 3-4 miles away.We enjoyed our stay during GoldRush weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in this cabin. The surroundings were beautiful and the house/cabin was really amazing! Although the house was 100 years old, which gives it a charming appeal, it was very well maintained. The interior was well kept, clean, and had an upscale feel to it. The bedrooms are all upstairs, so your party will need to be able to navigate stairs, but this wasn't an issue for us. The cabin overlooks a bend in the river, and view is spectacular. There is a private deck area off the master suite which is the perfect place to privately enjoy a cup of copy or read a book. There is also a cute little stone platform/patio with chairs right down on the river. Where we were visited by the "resident" otter. The hosts were amazing! They were very accommodating, kind, and responsive. They even baked us a loaf of pumpkin bread upon our arrival. I really can't say enough good things about our experience here. We actual were married next door at The Oar House, a private events venue, which was also an amazing experience. I highly recommend you check these places out!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute tranquility. Large beautiful home that sets on a river. Plenty of outdoor space. The homeowner is very accommodating. Just minutes to wineries, downtown and shopping. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

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

A Wonderful Experience

This property is cozy, comfortable, and charming, and was perfect for a family getaway. The cabin provided ideal accommodations for mom & dad, a teenage and early 20s child, and grandma. The hosts are charming and responsive. It was a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lydia S.

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

Charming Christmas Getaway

Tim and Leigh are welcoming, attentive, and gracious hosts. Great communication and check in. Ingrid, the resident cat, and the fresh baked pumpkin bread were part of our favorite things. The lodge was decorated for Christmas with added charm throughout. The river view and surrounding areaa with a quaint town, waterfalls, and wineries were all wonderful. We are already planning a Dpring/Summer return. Thanks for a splendid time! .
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Best Cabin Ever

This is our second Thanksgiving to spend at this wonderful cabin. The BEST hosts!! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

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

Such an incredibly interesting and beautiful property.

We are very fortunate to have property owners who let people stay in such interesting and unique properties such as this. Absolutely incredible home to relax and overlook the Chestatee River for a few days or longer. The hosts are warm and friendly and easily accessible. With four bedrooms it would be perfect for a family reunion. There is eve an adjacent property to hold a wedding or catered event for the family. Just talk to the host about your specific needs. We will be going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn R.

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

Amazing Weekend Getaway

We had the most amazing weekend in this beautiful home. The house is so quaint, beautiful, and cozy and the views are stunning. Thank you for sharing this perfect home with us!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David I.

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

Perfect River Retreat

The cabin was incredible! It was old, beautiful, and amazingly clean…just what we wanted.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christie J.

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

Respite on the River

This is hands down one of the best vrbo properties. Unique home, beautiful setting and the most gracious hosts. We will be back! And if you visit, tell the farm cat Ingrid hi from us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

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

Great experience, as always

This is our 3rd straight year staying in Tim & Leigh's cabin during our annual 6 Gap trek, and it continues to be a delight. With hurricane Helene rolling through the N. Georgia mountains earlier that week, there was a lot of uncertainty, but the hosts were way ahead of the game, keeping us informed of the weather and promising to let us know of concerns in advance. Thankfully everything was OK, with no damage, but it was comforting to have such a great flow of information.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Great place to go

Awesome property and great place to go. You will be definitely happy. Great choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise F.

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

Peaceful beauty

First I must say that the owners Tim & Leigh were incredible kind and thoughtful. Leigh’s pumpkin bread made us feel welcome as soon as we walked in, and it was delicious! The cabin is full of history and very unique. It is set back by the the river with a beautiful view from just about every window. Perfect location for near by sites. We absolutely would recommend this cabin. We hated to leave!!! Thank Tim and Leigh!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Todd

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

Majestic Location

Had a great stay with my family for my 60th birthday. The house and the property are just perfect for a long weekend getaway. The 100 yr old house (cabin) is extremely cool with the stone and log design, but modernized in terms of kitchen, AC, electricity, wifi, etc. The best part of it is the property is right on the river, including a great stone patio with steps into the river. There's also a large open grass field for other activities. Tim and Leigh are great hosts and extremely responsive. Property is also 10 min drive from Dahlonega, Walmart, bait shops, Walgreen's, and other conveniences. Highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beverly B.

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Peacefully relaxing

We had an amazing time at this beautiful property. The hosts were friendly and so welcoming. To me this home is a dream home. I could have stayed on, and on. And I forgot to mention how lovely the pumpkin bread was! Thank you so much for the wonderful holiday!! Bev Burnett
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn S.

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Fantastic for our wedding weekend

Wonderful stay for our family and friends while celebrating our daughter’s wedding weekend. Can’t say enough good things!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina S.

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Wedding week

We used the adjacent venue for my daughters's wedding. Being so close to the venue was a blessing. The lodge is absolutely amazing. The view of the river, the house grounds, visits from Ingrid ( the outside cat), access to river. Beautiful. The hosts are right next door so very responsive to questions. Beds were comfortable, kitchen was adequately stocked with all we needed. There was plenty of space to spread out or gather together whichever was your preference. The stairs really give you a work out and I plan on keeping up with the exercise! My mom was a trouper with those. The only thing we ran out of was time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Daron P.

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

Great Cabin Stay!

Amazing hosts Tim and Leigh created a beautiful, warm, inviting and cozy cabin on the Chestatee river. It's truly magical. Tim gave us a quick tour and Leigh welcomed us with warm pumpkin bread. They truly make you feel welcome and like family. The photos definitely do not convey the beauty and history of the cabin and the surrounding grounds. There are numerous outdoor gathering spaces, one directly located at the waters edge, and we enjoyed time at all of them. The cabin is so well appointed with every convenience that you can imagine. We truly enjoyed our stay and can't recommend this peaceful retreat enough.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Thanksgiving Blessings

This was the best cabin. I took my mother, aunt , uncle and cousin. We were able to just enjoy each other. The hosts Tim and Leigh O'Brien were very gracious! They had fresh baked pumpkin bread waiting on us when we arrived. The history of this cabin and the peaceful ambience were everything I hoped for. We will definitely be back. And soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Herbert B.

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

Quiet relaxing log cabin on the river

A very interesting and distinctive property. Close to downtown Dahlonega but in a very quiet and relaxing location. Large log cabin with both big spaces for getting together for meals and small spaces for a place to read or play games. Several spots to sit outside and quietly enjoy the scenery along the river side. We were there for four nights to attend a family member’s wedding held locally. We were able to make several side trips for shopping, hiking, and dining out. The hosts were great. Helpful and available when needed but otherwise left us to enjoy our visit. Very happy with our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas V.

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

Stay Here- you wont be disappointed!!

I don't leave alot of reviews, but when something is as good as this cabin was, then it is deserving of a review. Not only was the cabin amazing, but the owners Tim and Leigh were amazing. More on them in a little bit, but first for the cabin. The pictures do not do this cabin justice. It is more beautiful in person, even though the pictures make it look great...wait until you see it. Stepping into this cabin is like stepping back in time 100 years ago with all of the modern luxuries and amenities you would want. Everything was clean and the entire cabin smelled like fall and apple spice. It was perfect. My wife is a decaf coffee kind of girl and they even had Decaf Keurig cups. Every detail was thought of and addressed. When we arrived we were met by Tim who gave us a quick tour and overview of the cabin. We were then greeted by a delicious loaf of pumpkin bread that was baked fresh by his lovely wife Leigh. And it was absolutely delicious! The location is beautiful and there were so many peaceful places to enjoy a cup of coffee or hot chocolate on a crisp November morning while listening to the river down below. This cabin really is beautiful and if you are looking for a relaxing oasis then look no further. Time and Leigh treat you like family. Leigh even made my wife a dairy free version of her pumpkin bread for my wife since she cant have dairy. They are the nicest people and make sure you are taken care of. We will definitely be back. Check it out
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Dawn H.

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

Serene spot

This a beautiful cabin inside and out. The pictures do not do it justice. The property is beautiful and perfect for enjoying your morning coffee by the river. Very clean and well stocked. The owners are quick to reply to any questions and very helpful. We would absolutely stay here again if we have the chance.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by tim obrien

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We moved to this property from Fla. in 1996 with our 2 boys. It has been an awesome place to live. The sounds of the water and the feeling of being on vacation every time we came home.

Why they chose this property

We purchased this home because of the character and uniqueness of it. On the river and very secluded. The people of the town are second to none.

What makes this property unique

This property is centrally located to everything that is happening in Dahlonega and the wineries, golf, shopping and hiking.

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