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1950's Cabin On Cane Creek Above The Falls

1950's Cabin On Cane Creek Above The Falls

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Cane Creek Falls
SCREENED PORCH OVERLOOKING CANE CREEK
GREAT ROOM LOOKING TOWARD KITCHEN & MOUNTAIN LAUREL
GREAT ROOM LOOKING TOWARD FRONT YARD
BAMBO BAR

Overview of 1950's Cabin On Cane Creek Above The Falls

9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Check out the area

Dahlonega, GA
  • Popular LocationDahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site6 min drive
  • Popular LocationWolf Mountain Vineyards9 min drive
  • Popular LocationMontaluce Winery & Restaurant18 min drive
  • AirportAtlanta, GA (FTY-Fulton County)82 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

1950's Cabin On Cane Creek Above The Falls

Romantic and private mountain cabin located just north of historic Dahlonega, on Cane Creek with 25 ft high waterfall, great room w/ massive stone fireplace, screened porch w/ rocking chairs overlooking Cane Creek, flagstone terrace within 10 ft of creek and flagstone walkway around cabin, 1950s kitchen with antique side board sink, refrigerator, gas stove, coffee maker, toaster, microwave, 1950s bathroom fixtures with lots of gas hot water, large walk-in tile shower, 90% efficient quiet gas furnace, easy unloading-park 15 ft to front door, located inside a gated facility staffed 24/7, just relax and sit by the fire or take a walk along the scenic mountain trails or take the "Georgia Wine Trail" to the many wineries nearby or enjoy a play or movie at the historic Holly Theater.
Dahlonega was the site of the first gold rush in America in 1828 and is the home of North Georgia College and State University.
The waterfall is about 200 ft downstream from the cabin. Between the front of the cabin and the falls there is a grassy area that great for bad-mitten or touch football. Then there is a small gravel parking area for the cabins that are across the creek.
If you continue walking straight ahead there is a boardwalk to an observation platform at the top of the Cane Creek Falls and wooden stairs up to the roadway above. You can walk along the roadway down to the bottom of the falls. The roadway is the easy walk to the bottom of the falls.
There is also a foot bridge going across the creek just above the falls and another footbridge across the creek below the falls. I'm not sure if the upper trail across the creek that leads to the other side of the top of the falls has been improved and repaired to allow access to an old timber stairway leading from the top of the falls to bottom. If the stairway is open then you can circle the falls, down one side and up the other.
The best wading is just below the falls where you will find a pool of water and the creek has a rocky bottom for rock skipping and easy wading (river shoes or old tennis shoes are nice). Swimming is not allowed in the pool of water at the base of the falls for safety reasons (powerful hydraulics at the base of the falls). At dusk when the kids were young we liked to make "bark boats" out of 6" to 8" pieces of pine bark with lighted birthday candles mounted on top to see who can keep their bark boat lighted the farthest downstream.
When the summer campers are out we just give them their space so that we don't disturb their organized activity. The councilors and kids are very friendly.
We haven't been horseback riding in years, but I did find some places nearby that have horses to ride.
There are two large cast iron bells at the front entrance used as planters for ivy. These bells used to be in front of my great grandfather's home, "Two Bells", in Dahlonega where he owned a general store in the late 1800's. The home was named after his daughter Isabelle (Belle for short) and his granddaughter also named Isabelle. I have been told that one of the bells rang when the civil war ended and the other rang when North Georgia college was founded in 1873. He had the honor of representing the citizens of Dahlonega in the U.S. House of Representatives and secured the U.S. Mint Building in Dahlonega for use as the North Georgia Agricultural College, now know as North Georgia College and State University. He headed up the governing board of the college for over 30 years until his death in 1908. When my great grandfather died my grandfather's family along with my dad moved to Atlanta, and in 1951 my dad and his 3 sisters and brother decided to build this cabin next to Cane Creek so that they could visit their old hometown and discover their roots.

We really want you to stay at our family cabin and experience a trip back in time to a simpler era, yet if you need to connect with the outside world for a moment there's the WiFi or Netflix.

Rocking on the screened porch with a cup of coffee and a good book make for a wonderful morning. When the sun clears the ridge maybe a walk or grab a cane pole from the curtain rod and go fishing in the creek.

If it's too cold or rainy then stay close to the warmth of the stone fireplace and play some records, or set up an old fashioned board game or a card game of gin-rummy, hearts, or poker if that's your game.

Lots to do and see if you get restless after too much relaxing...

If gold is on your mind then checkout the Gold Museum in the Old Courthouse on the square, then try your luck at panning at Crisson's Gold mine, or go on the underground tour of the largest gold mine in the area, the Consolidated Mine. There's a lot of gold mining history around since Dahlonega was the very first gold rush in the U.S.

Gold mining runs in our family. Maybelle Crisson was my grandmother and her daddy E.E. Crisson and her granddaddy W. R. Crisson were both gold miners. Maybelle's other grandfather, Boley Fields, discovered a placer deposit of gold nuggets in the Chestatee River that he described as being the size of a bed sheet and it twinkled like the stars. It weighed 96,000 pennyweights (about 300 lbs!).

My great grandfather Col. W. P. Price was the Secretary the Findley Gold Mine located below the 400 ft ridge on the Yahoola, and one on the U. S. Mint officials told the crowd of miners outside the Old Courthouse headed off to California in 1849 that there's more gold in Findley Ridge yet to be found..."There's millions in it boys!"

Moonshining is also part of our history and the beginning of NASCAR had its roots on these highways with the hot rods used to outrun the revenuers, like we've all seen in the movie Thunder Road. If you haven't seen it try You Tube while you're at the cabin.

The trail head for the Appalacian Trail is nearby or you can just take a hiking trail right out side the cabin (see the trail map by the footbridge). Do checkout the observation boardwalk just above the falls for a close-up view of the white water.

Of course you can always venture out for shopping in town, or try a play at the Holly Theater, or just have lunch at the Corkscrew Bistro next door, or you can head out on the Wine Highway just a few miles north of our cabin and do some wine tasting.

Regards, Hal & Audrey

Property manager

Hal & Audrey

Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Creek supervision for young children

Events

Events allowed
Ask about sunny accommodations outside and inside

Pets

Pets allowed
Well-behaved dogs welcome

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside or on screened porch.
Please relax and enjoy our family cabin!
Please make yourself at home!
We know that you'll care for our family cabin as though it was your own...and please come back!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 are allowed on site
Note from host: Ask about sunny accommodations outside and inside
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Dahlonega

Located in Dahlonega, this cabin is on the waterfront. Wolf Mountain Vineyards and Montaluce Winery & Restaurant are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo and North Georgia Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site - 6 min drive
  • The Historic Holly Theater - 6 min drive
  • Consolidated Gold Mine - 7 min drive
  • Wolf Mountain Vineyards - 9 min drive
  • Montaluce Winery & Restaurant - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-Fil-A - 7 min drive
  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Zaxby's - 7 min drive
  • Wendy's - 7 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1950's Cabin On Cane Creek Above The Falls pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1950's Cabin On Cane Creek Above The Falls?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1950's Cabin On Cane Creek Above The Falls?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is 1950's Cabin On Cane Creek Above The Falls located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site, The Historic Holly Theater and Vickery House. Crisson Gold Mine and Consolidated Gold Mine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

G D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden "gem"
Wow! This property is amazing! It is super cozy, clean, warm and inviting! It's also private with lots of room inside and out. This is a perfect "cabin in the woods." The owners are so nice and responsive. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spring break getaway
From the minute we drove up we were in love with this cabin and location. It was perfect. The place is so much larger than I thought it would be. The owners have thought of everything! The water is nice and hot and has great water pressure. The beds were comfortable and we loved all of the quilts and blankets. The kitchen is fully stocked. The towels were nice and fluffy. We hiked around the area spent a good amount of time sitting outside listening to the nearby waterfall. I highly recommend this cabin. You will not be disappointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable Cabin on a Waterfall
This cabin was exactly what we expected and exactly what we wanted! Downtown Dahlonega is adorable, and having the sound of the falls right outside the cabin was so relaxing. We even got a fire going in the fireplace while we watched a DVD. We are anticipating our next trip up there and will try to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
We had a wonderful time at the cabin. It's perfectly nestled right beside the creek, just up from a beautiful waterfall. The area is gated, so my grandson and I felt completely safe. The interior is beautiful, full of memories, and everything was cozy and comfortable. Plenty to do with games for all ages, DVDs, music. Absolutely looking forward to returning! one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Mountain Cabin
We had a wonderful stay in the warm and cozy cabin. Would love to go back with more of our family someday!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Hal & Audrey

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WE ARE SEMI-RETIRED AND LOVE TO TRAVEL. I'VE WORKED IN ENGINEERING MY ENTIRE CAREER AND MY WIFE HAS WORKED IN BANKING SINCE SHE WAS 18. I SERVED IN THE U.S. ARMY FROM 1972 UNTIL 1980 SO I JUMPED AT THE CHANCE TO WORK AT FT. BENNING FROM 2010 TO 2011. THAT'S WHEN WE FOUND THIS GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD. WE ALSO HAVE A 100-YEAR OLD SMALL FARM IN ALPHARETTA, GA (JUST NORTH OF ATLANTA) AND A 60-YEAR OLD FAMILY CABIN NEAR DAHLONEGA, GA 200 FT FROM A 25-FT WATERFALL. WE MAKE THE CABIN AVAILABLE FOR OUR GUESTS UPON REQUEST. WE WANT YOU TO TREAT OUR HOME AS THOUGH IT WAS YOURS AND ENJOY YOUR STAY.

Why they chose this property

It's like a trip back in time!

What makes this property unique

Fun for kids of all ages: toy box, board games, model train board, DVD's, CD's, record player and albums from 40's-80's, WiFi internet, Netflix, cane poles, small rod & reels, tackle box, canvas folding chairs, badminton set, lawn sprinkler for jumping, rocking chair screened porch overlooking Cane Creek, 25-ft waterfall 200 feet downstream, WWI cot on screened porch for napping, books, massive stone fireplace, bamboo bar, and historical memorabilia and photos.
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