Relax and Unwind at the Creekside Cottage! Near wineries & dog friendly.

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10167.2 sq m

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Kitchen

Explore the area

Sautee Nacoochee, GA

Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
‪11 min drive‬
Helen Festhalle
‪13 min drive‬
Charlemagne's Kingdom
‪13 min drive‬
Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Back Bedroom on Main

1 Queen Bed

Front Bedroom on Main

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Upstairs Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Enjoy relaxing to the sounds of the babbling creek while sipping wine in the hot tub or sitting around the fire pit! Just 10 minutes from the Bavarian Alps replica town of Helen, Georgia. Dog friendly & convenient to local wineries! Huge yard perfect for letting the kids explore.

Whether you're visiting the North Georgia mountains for a wedding, winery tours, one of our many festivals like Oktoberfest, admiring the fall leaves, a college graduation, a family vacation, or in hopes of striking it rich while panning for gold, we're certain that our home will be a place of rest and relaxation during your stay.

Visit the Bavarian Alps replica town of Helen, Georgia nestled in the Appalachian mountains of North Georgia. This area was once home to the mighty Cherokee. When settled by Europeans in the 1800's it became the site of the first U.S. gold rush. Then later became the quaint little German town it is today.

Come during late September through the end of October to not only enjoy the changing leaves, but also experience the Oktoberfest celebrations!

Our home is also an excellent place of respite for the adventurer! There are countless hiking trails, excellent roads for mountain biking, exceptional trout fishing waters, and more waterfalls than you can see on one trip.

Fun for the whole family too, with a waterpark, zip line adventures, horseback riding, river tubing, mini-golf, gold & gem mining, award-winning vineyards, a local brewery, unique shops, amish bakeries, antiquing, great local & German cuisine, and much more!

Our mountain cabin was built in 1997. It has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a large living area, and a kitchen and dining area. Nearly 1000 sq. ft. of wrap around screened in porches to take in the fresh mountain air and sounds of running water. When you're ready to relax after a long day of exploring all the area has to offer, slip into the hot tub with a glass of wine or make s'mores by the camp fire out back.

There is a smart doorbell installed by the front door with audio and video recording capabilities for security purposes.

Property manager

Mitch Lathem

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Plenty of toys and games, huge yard, shallow creek

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Dogs only, rules & fee apply. 2 max / $100

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking / Vaping is allowed outside only.

Hot Tub Usage By completing this reservation you agree to follow hot tub rules in house manual and use at own risk.

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 and a deadlock

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This property does not have any lifts

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sautee Nacoochee

Located in Sautee Nacoochee, this cabin is near theme parks and on the waterfront. Dukes Creek Gold & Ruby Mines and Hardman Farm Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cottage Vineyard and Winery and Alpine Mini Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Mt. Yonah Book Exchange. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sautee Nacoochee, GA

What's nearby

Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 11 min drive - 10.6 km
Raven Cliffs Falls - 12 min drive - 10.7 km
Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
Helen Festhalle - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
Charlemagne's Kingdom - 13 min drive - 12.2 km

Restaurants

‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬13 min drive
‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
‪Troll Tavern - ‬12 min drive
‪Hofer's Bakery & Cafe - ‬13 min drive
‪Huddle House - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relax and Unwind at the Creekside Cottage! Near wineries & dog friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Relax and Unwind at the Creekside Cottage! Near wineries & dog friendly.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relax and Unwind at the Creekside Cottage! Near wineries & dog friendly.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relax and Unwind at the Creekside Cottage! Near wineries & dog friendly. located?

This family-friendly Sautee Nacoochee cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and White County Park. Mt. Yonah Book Exchange and Yonah Mountain Trailhead are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

6 Apr 2025

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

Perfect family getaway

We had the best time! The cabon was well stocked and clean and the perfect size for our family of 5. The location to Helen was perfect, we will be back!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cil A.

12 Mar 2025

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

Great Place

This property was even better than the description. Clean, roomy, nice beds, and equipped with everything you could possibly need. The location was very convenient and the surroundings with the sound of the water from the creek was very peaceful. The owners made check in and check out easy. So thankful they are willing to share this cabin with us visitors. Would go back in a heartbeat!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri Burns H.

24 Feb 2025

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

Fun Get Away for Friends & Family Weekend at Truett Mcconnell University

The property was exactly as described. We enjoyed using the grill both nights, loved the creek area, and the hot tub. We enjoyed nearby Dukes Creek Falls, Anna Ruby Falls, Helen, GA, and the activities at Truett Mcconnell University in Cleveland. We will stay here again when in this area.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

14 Feb 2025

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

An Amazing Getaway for Families and Their Four-Legged Friends!

We recently stayed at this fantastic cabin and had an incredible time! The location was ideal, with paved roads leading directly to the property—no 4WD necessary. Both Helen and Cleveland are a short drive away, offering plenty of dining and shopping options. However, we found the kitchen in the cabin to be so well-equipped that we enjoyed cooking most of our meals at home.Our furry friends had a blast exploring the spacious surroundings, playing in the creek, and catching frisbees. The fully screened, wraparound porch was perfect for them to dry off before coming back inside. As for us, the beds and furniture were exceptionally comfortable, making it easy to relax after a day of adventures. The hot tub was a highlight—clean, well-maintained, and perfect for unwinding.Mitch, the owner, has truly thought of everything to make your stay enjoyable. From s'mores supplies and firewood to dog toys and bug spray, we felt incredibly well taken care of. He was also very responsive and super nice whenever we had any questions.We can't wait to return and will definitely recommend this cabin to our friends. It's a perfect getaway spot for both humans and their four-legged companions!

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige O.

3 Feb 2025

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

Excellent Cabin Getaway!

There really isn’t enough nice things I can say about this place or the host! The location was perfect. The creek behind the cabin was so relaxing, especially sitting on the back porch. The entire porch was screened in and had toys inside and outside for kids to play with. Both bathrooms has tub/shower combo. Pack and plays were in closets for use for little ones. Each room had a tv with cable box. Beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was stocked, even had a high chair. Very close to both Cleveland and Helen. Not even a five minute drive probably to both locations. The host was very accommodating and checked on us frequently. There were clear check in and check out instructions. I highly recommend this cabin for your next stay!!!!!!!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam D.

28 Jan 2025

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

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

2 Jan 2025

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

Christmas/Winter Getaway

Property is absolutely amazing with the backyard taking the prize. The fire pit, swing area by the stream, screened in porch and hot tub are very well taken care of and create a relaxing environment. We were there with our four children - 14, 13 and twins that are 12 and they loved it! The house is incredibly clean (the cleanest VRBO property I have ever stayed in) and cozy. Even if your children are younger this is a great property to stay at because they have toys and books to use. Excellent property!! Definitely book this one!!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron M.

27 Dec 2024

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

Great and relaxing

We enjoyed our stay there at this cabin. It was very relaxing and in a very quiet neighborhood. The hot tub was a plus and relaxing. Our little dog enjoyed the privacy of the screen in porch. Also, behind the house was a stream with a swing that we loved to listen to with the water flowing. Great place to stay and we will be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa S.

6 Dec 2024

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

Great Mountain Getaway

Our stay at the Creekside Cottage for Thanksgiving was great. Check-in was easy & the cabin is well appointed with comfy beds and linens, plenty of seating in the living area and a fully functional kitchen. We loved relaxing on the Adirondak chairs and swing down by the creek listening to the water. The fire pit was great for chilly evenings and making s'mores. Creekside Cottage is centrally located and convenient to many of our favorite hiking spots as well as to grocery stores and restaurants. The cabin is in the woods, but not in the middle of nowhere which was perfect for our family. The host Mitch was very responsive to questions and made the check in & check out process a breeze. We would happily stay at Creekside Cottage when we visit the area again!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

24 Oct 2024

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

Amazing rental and host

The property is great. Tucked away in the woods a short drive to Helen. Nice little creek right in the back and extremely kid friendly. The host was also very responsive. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

derron j.

17 Oct 2024

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

Excellent Stay in Helen Area

We had booked this in order to visit the Helen area for the first time. Host was beyond accommodating and the communication was excellent. The property is well cared for and all the amenities were as advertised including the nice hot tub. Being able to sit down by the creek and relax was also a highlight. We had a baby and wish we had read the description better as we brought a lot of equipment like a portable crib and high chair that were not necessary! Well suited for kids. The location is wonderful as you are a short drive to Helen and grocery shopping is not too far away. We also enjoyed the proximity to hikes nearby and caught some great fall weather. Just be advised that you will have to pay some State Park Fees so if you do go visit plan your day accordingly.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allbree S.

10 Oct 2024

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

Amazing!!!

What a wonderful cottage! I wish we could have stayed longer! So peaceful! Beautiful wrap around porch. Very kid friendly place. Everything was absolutely perfect. I will be back again!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

2 Oct 2024

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

Nice get away in the mountains!

This is a great little cabin in the woods. It is in a great location, whether you are seeking peace and quiet or convenience to Helen, Cleveland or Dahlonega. Mitch was a great host!! I will be returning soon.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob W.

5 Sept 2024

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

Everything

This place was everything they said it was. All the streets are dead end so there was no thru traffic. The cabin was neat and clean and very well organized. Porch was screened in, so no bugs got in with ample rocking chairs to sit and just relax. Helen is only 4 miles away and on some of the most gorgeous roads in Georgia. If I had one bad thing to say is we didn't schedule enough time to really enjoy the cabin!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryan M.

15 Aug 2024

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

Great getaway location for an extended weekend

This is a great place to stay. It's centrally located, and it's a short drive to Helen or to the local Walmart. We were traveling with both toddlers and pets and had no issues. The creek was great, along with all the other amenities. If this is your first time going to the area, I recommend Stopping at the cheese shop and the JFG grocery. Both can be a bit crowded on weekends, but we have some of the best-aged steaks there for the grill at the property. The only negative is that a few of the younger women in the group were convinced they saw the yeti late in the evening. I did not personally see this but was told they heard something large moving in the woods, saw glowing eyes, etc. It did not help that one of the toddlers would stare off into the woods after dark and point. It was most likely a large raccoon or bear. Regardless, it would not prevent me from renting the house again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

6 Aug 2024

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

Beautiful property

House was very clean and comfortable. Beautiful location and we loved the big yard and creek. Wonderful place, would definitely recommend and would stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

bobby b.

31 July 2024

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

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda C.

22 July 2024

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

End of summer getaway!

The Creekside Cottage was even more than we expected! The girls had a blast panning for gold (phyllite & mica) in the beautiful creek. The sand, pebbles, and silt glisten as the sun peeps through the trees. Very beautiful. Unfortunately, we had a couple of rainy days during our visit. The 3/4 wrap around screened in porch provided lots of space and laid back enjoyment! The cottage was well equipped, comfortable, spacious, clean and beautiful. Our hosts were very responsive. We really only reached out to thank them and let them know when we had arrived & checked out. The information binder answered any questions we had. There was a s’mores kit waiting for us, which the girls LOVED!!! That was such a thoughtful touch! The hot tub was very nice & clean. The grounds are beautifully landscaped; yet lots of natural plants and trees are along the perimeter, which add to the privacy. Our girls downloaded a plant ID app & had fun getting acquainted with new species. We came to the area to visit Helen, GA, but didn’t want to stay in town. We were about 15 minutes to the center of Helen. We plan to come back in the fall! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katharine G.

15 July 2024

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

Quiet natural retreat

This really was our ideal stay. There were no issues whatsoever. The wraparound porch, hot tub, seating area at creek let us enjoy the evening sounds after long days at the nearby parks, waterfalls, tubing, etc. The house is incredibly clean and well stocked, we wanted for nothing! We will definitely return.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom J.

24 June 2024

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

Best Place to Stay in Georgia

This was the most amazing property we ever stayed at. Very kid friendly. Close to everything. Most of all the beautiful creek in the back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel and Ruby W.

24 June 2024

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

an amazing spot

This is one of our favorite VRBOs today! The creek in the backyard was amazing, the house is super comfy well appointed clean. The owner was a dream to deal with, anything that came up they dealt with in a timely manner. We will certainly be back to visit this one!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy P.

19 June 2024

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

Our Family Vacation

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Creekside Cottage. It was a wonderful retreat. Our hosts the Lathem’s were so kind and accommodating. They quickly answered any of our questions. The retreat was clean and very well stocked. It is a quiet and peaceful place. We loved that there were toys for our little ones. It was so close to all our activities and yet seemed secluded. Our family had so much fun. We definitely we recommend this retreat for families.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacey J.

13 June 2024

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

Great place.

We loved stay at the cabin anyone had something to do. Close to Helen and Cleveland. Creek awesome my kids walked it everyday. Will definitely rent this again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn T.

2 June 2024

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Helen cabin

This cabin was good, clean & I loved the homey feel. Loved the little extras (bug spray, toys,smores) we had our own stuff bug spray, wood & such but it was nice that it was there if we forgot ours. Loved having the washer/dryer & it worked correctly. ❤️❤️ The host/owner was easy to work with.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary k.

30 May 2024

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short jaunt

absolutely relaxing and refreshing, great location, quiet, stress free, dog loved the spacious yard, we enjoyed the porch, fire pit and had a great time reconnecting

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Mitch Lathem

I'm a happily married father, local real estate broker, nature and wildlife photographer, volunteer soccer coach, world traveler, outdoor enthusiast, adventure junkie, working for an international Christian missions organization.

I'm a native North Georgian. Born, raised, and currently living in Gainesville, just 20 minutes south of Dahlonega. My wife, Monya, and I met at Young Harris College in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains and then hung around Athens for a few years to earn our degrees from the University of Georgia. It was love at first sight. It just took her a few years to realize it. We got married in the fall of 2007 at Big Canoe, yep you guessed it... in the mountains. She went on to get her master's from Brenau University and is an elementary school teacher. She thinks she's smarter than me, she's probably right. She's certainly better looking.

Our team consists of our daughter, Adri (9), and our son, Adler (6). I always tell everyone, "we've done our part and created our replacements". She's compliant and contemplative, like her mother, and he's our little strong-willed explorer, just like his old man. We have the most gentle and loving Great Dane Lab mix named Sophie, a temperamental self absorbed cat named Coal, and a spastic rescue squirrel named Lucky.

My hair is quickly turning gray. It started at 17. I like to think of it as my pre-mature crown of glory. It's probably just hereditary. And yes, I was born with a beard.

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3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Back Bedroom on Main

Front Bedroom on Main

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Upstairs Bedroom

2 bathrooms

Main Floor

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