Tucked away in the trees near Carters Lake and downtown Ellijay, Wandering Bear's Den is a cozy retreat for those seeking relaxation after days spent exploring North Georgia. This two-level home features a living room with ample seating and a streaming-equipped flatscreen TV, as well as a kitchen with stainless steel appliances and access to an expansive back deck perfect for gas grilling or enjoying lovely views of the surrounding trees.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6114 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Dog-friendly Woodland home with two-sided wood fireplace, WiFi, and washer/dryer
Wandering Bear's Den
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Tucked away in the trees near Carters Lake, the Coosawattee River, and downtown Ellijay, this two-level home is a place to find relaxation after days spent hiking, fishing, tubing, or apple-picking.
As you enter, you'll be greeted by all the classic elements of a North Georgia escape - lofty ceilings of natural wood, a living room with ample seating and a streaming-equipped flatscreen TV, and a two-sided, wood-burning fireplace that warms both the living room and the kitchen to the rear. The kitchen is a cozy and well-appointed space, featuring stainless steel appliances (including a dishwasher), both a breakfast bar and a small bistro table for indoor dining, and a door that leads outside to the expansive back deck with its gas grill, covered dining table, and lovely views of the surrounding trees. Light up the firepit for a magical end to the day.
At night, you'll find the three bedrooms wonderfully separated for privacy. There are two, including the primary suite, on the main floor and one more upstairs that's perfect for kids. Additional amenities include central air conditioning, free WiFi, and a private washer/dryer for your convenience.
The resort has updated how guests gain access to the amenities on site. The guest will be responsible for purchasing amenity passes at the POA office. Monday-Saturday 9 am- 5 pm. Amenity passes are $59 per card. Each card allows 4 guests to use the amenities during the reservation dates. The POA only takes checks or money orders for payments.
The outdoor pools are open from Memorial Day to Labor Day only.
Fireplaces are operable from October 1st – April 15th only.
THINGS TO KNOW Guests must register 48 hours before arrival or they will not be granted access to the resort.Guests must travel by car to reach this home.Streaming services are available with guests' accounts.
STR Host License #002184
If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
Security camera details: A Ring doorbell camera is installed at this home.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 4.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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
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 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
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Ellijay, this holiday home is in a rural area. Cohutta Wildlife Management Area and Riverside Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Ellijay travel guide
Is Dog-friendly Woodland home with two-sided wood fireplace, WiFi, and washer/dryer pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Dog-friendly Woodland home with two-sided wood fireplace, WiFi, and washer/dryer?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dog-friendly Woodland home with two-sided wood fireplace, WiFi, and washer/dryer?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dog-friendly Woodland home with two-sided wood fireplace, WiFi, and washer/dryer?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Dog-friendly Woodland home with two-sided wood fireplace, WiFi, and washer/dryer located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Engelheim Vineyards, Riverside Park and Doll Mountain Recreation Area. Talona Lake and Gilmer County Fairgrounds are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Dog-friendly Woodland home with two-sided wood fireplace, WiFi, and washer/dryer Reviews
Reviews
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
It was clean. Needs rocking chairs or something similar on the back deck
Amy G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Laurie C.
28 Dec 2023
Great place to stay.
We enjoyed being in the mountains and close to wineries. It was a relaxing visit. The house was very clean and the beds were comfortable.
Laurie C.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Onika B.
8 Nov 2023
Amazing home, wished I would’ve had more info
The house was amazing and very clean, the location is very safe. However, it would’ve been nice to know prior to booking that the driveway is very steep. I drive a FWD and my car got stuck numerous times on the driveway. The gate was also an issue for the entirety of the trip. The gate guards kept telling me that my name was not in the system and every time I had to insist that I had already checked in just fine and to please let me in. It was a lot of hassle throughout my trip.
The cabin is very cozy and fit 5 adults comfortably. The house is stocked with all of the essentials for cooking, eating, towels, and bedding. The internet worked without any issues for us to stream our holiday favorites, when the weather was too chilly for outdoor activities.
The cleaning team could do a better job, as we found trash and items from the previous occupants in the bathroom, in the closets, and under the nightstands. The mirrors had not been wiped off either. The flue for the fireplace is small and a medium sized fire was almost too much for the fireplace to handle.
Andrea B.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Raymond B.
11 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location
Horrible
We've stayed here multiple times and never had any issues this time we had to call the police three times on the drunk lady next door who hates renters and tries running people off comes over screaming at your kids and harassing us our whole trip we wasn't comfortable at all and we never got any response when we wanted a refund because the drunk neighbor wouldn't let us come outside without yelling or filming you from behind a tree horrible experience other than that the house is beautiful if you want to stay inside
Raymond B.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Laura G.
9 Feb 2023
Lovely Cabin in the Woods
Beautiful house, perfect size and had everything we needed. Not far from the main road and close to downtown Ellijay. We had 5 adults plus 2 small dogs, and the size of the property accommodated us perfectly Very clean and lots of indoor seating. Absolutely loved the outdoor firepit as well- perfect for roasting marshmallows.
The property itself and experience were worthy of 5 stars but I am knocking off a star for 2 reasons. 1 is that there was no table large enough for everyone to sit down together. It would have been nice to have a large table to accommodate everyone on the large deck. The 2nd reason is that I would have preferred to speak directly with owners or people that managed the property rather than just generic 'Vacasa' answering services. Although they were polite, it caused a delay in getting the answers we needed. It also felt impersonal.
Overall, thanks for an awesome stay! Loved it!
Laura G.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Rita S.
13 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
October 23 vacation
We booked property based on picture showing a flat drive. The bottom of the drive is flat, but you have two steep entrances. You have to gun the engine to get up and your car drags on the ground due to ruts and you can’t see if anyone coming down the road very dangerous. We tried both side of the circle drive and both bad. We parked on the side of the road after a neighbor told us he had not seen anyone park in the drive. The walk up and down is steep. We could not stay out late because it was too dark to safely attempt. We also had trouble with combination lock. We called Vacasa and the gave us code to lock box with a key. The key was hard to use because the lock spins. They were unable to fix it while we were there. Someone had been smoking because house smelled and we found wrapping paper inside the cabin. Would not recommend you stay unless you have four wheel drive. There is no place other than the deck for children to play. Cabin was nice and kitchen had all the essentials you would need.
Rita S.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jillian B.
31 Dec 2021
So clean & so beautiful!
We thoroughly enjoyed our cabin getaway! Thank you so much for the incredible vacation! The home was super clean and the home… incredible!