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5 Miles to Callaway Gardens and walking distance to shops and restaurants.

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Front view of home and porch #1.
Man O' War 18 mile trail in front of home.
Side view of house.
Front of Rosemary's Cottage.
Man O' War bike trail 18 mile trail in front of Rosemary's Cottage.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8250.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Hamilton, GA
  • Callaway Gardens Robin Lake Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Callaway Gardens
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Wild Animal Safari
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Columbus, GA (CSG-Columbus Metropolitan)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

5 Miles to Callaway Gardens and walking distance to shops and restaurants.

Rosemary Cottage is the best kept secret because you are in the heart of Hamilton which is a small town that is 5 miles to Callaway Gardens. This 1901 house has updated heat, air conditioning, and hot water.This home is 2,700 square feet and our families love all the room. Rosemary Cottage is walking distance to shops and restaurants in Hamilton, Ga. We also have the Man O' War trail directly in front of the home. This is an 18 mile recreational trail that goes from Hamilton to Pine Mountain. We are 25 minutes from Ft. Moore and a great get away for Military families to enjoy their time off. Our guest have LOVED this location because they can get to Columbus , Pine Mountain, Lagrange, and Warm Springs because we are centrally located and just a 10 to 25 min drive to everything.

About the home:
Rosemary Cottage was built in 1901 in the heart of Hamilton Georgia.The home has been completely updated so you can enjoy the charm with modern comforts. This home sits on a half acre lot and you will feel like you are in a private oasis surrounded by magnolia trees and beautiful gardens. This 2,700 sq ft cottage is charming and the moment you walk in you will feel like you are back in the 1900's. My husband and I made sure each piece of furniture fit the time frame of the home. Rosemary Cottage is a ranch style home with 13 feet ceiling and large molding through out the home. This home has four bed rooms and 2 full bathrooms. We have a beautiful garden/sunroom where you will want to cuddle up and read a book. Our guest favorite area of the home has been the porches. They love to sip on their morning coffee and take in each of the three large southern porches. We want you to let Rosemarys home melt all the worry away and enjoy a relaxing vacation that feels like you have step back in time when life was simple. When you arrive you will be greeted with snacks, cold water, and a bottle of wine in the fridge. We also have a lovely coffee bar that will help you unwind while enjoying a book under beautiful large trees.

Why are we different that most VRBOs? Our family used to visit Pine Mountain three time a year and we have tried many VRBOs in the area and we always had to bring the Keurig and several items to make the VRBO have the comforts of our home. We have gone above and be on to make sure you have almost everything that you need to feel nestled in and able to enjoy your trip. We have shampoo, conditioner, bath soap, hand soap, dish soap, and laundry detergent. Our beds are brand new and have 2 layers of blanket to make sure that you can be commutable no matter what the season is. Each guest will get 2 pillows with chocolates on their beds when the arrive. The 2 queen rooms and king room come with robes. YES ROBES!!! (We want you to feel like you are at home.) If you like to cook we have a FULL stock kitchen for you. There is nothing worse then getting ready to cook in a VRBO that does not have what you need to cook with. We even have china, silver, and nice glasses to celebrate you finest celebrations. We hope that you make many memories in this home and look forward to visiting often. There is a coffee bar with a Keurig, creamer, sugars, coffee, and tea included. Welcome to the South were we want you to feel welcome into Rosemarys home. We have a large washer and dryer, hair dryers in each bathroom, board games, cards, puzzles and great books to read. We even have small coolers, picnic basket, and picnic table cloth ready to go for you. You are surrounded by beauty and you should slow down and enjoy a picnic in the surrounding areas. In the evening enjoy a fire pit with s'mores and a glass of wine in our gorgeous back yard. We even have umbrellas to keep you dry on your walk to the ice cream shop.

Dogs: Dogs are welcome to our home. We charge $25 a day per dog and up to 2 dogs who are under 50 pounds.

Property manager

Katie and Cory Helmerson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We are a Neighborhood and we ask for it to be quiet by 9:00pm during the week and 10:00pm during the weekend. Please be respectful of neighbors.
We take inventory of the items in the house. If something is missing we will charge you for them.
After using the fire pits please make sure fire is complexly out and use water to cool hot ambers. We are a wooded area be safe.

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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

About the area

Hamilton

Located in Hamilton, this holiday home is in the city centre. Some of the area's popular attractions include Callaway Gardens and Wild Animal Safari. Butts Mill Farm and Great Wolf Lodge Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hamilton, GA

What's nearby

  • Callaway Gardens Robin Lake Beach - 10 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Callaway Gardens - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Callaway Golf Course - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Butts Mill Farm - 15 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Wild Animal Safari - 18 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Columbus, GA (CSG-Columbus Metropolitan) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Country Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Piedmont Dining Room - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Discovery Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Piedmont Grille - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 Miles to Callaway Gardens and walking distance to shops and restaurants. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at 5 Miles to Callaway Gardens and walking distance to shops and restaurants.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Miles to Callaway Gardens and walking distance to shops and restaurants.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5 Miles to Callaway Gardens and walking distance to shops and restaurants. located?

Located in the heart of Hamilton, this holiday home is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Franklin Delano Roosevelt State Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Mountain Creek Villas Tennis Center and Callaway Gardens Robin Lake Beach. Callaway Gardens and Callaway Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shani V.

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

Wonderful Experience

We had a great time. The lovely house was extremely clean. The beds were super comfortable. The ice cream shop and sub shop are within walking distance. There were great snacks in the kitchen when we arrived. The kitchen had everything we needed. My dog loved the fenced in area.We hope to go there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Fenced yard a plus

I chose this property because if fenced yard. Be aware though it is not attached to the house but once you let your pets in - nice size for them to run around.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Wonderful historic home.

The house is beautiful. Hardwood floors are gorgeous. Very warm and inviting. We would definitely stay again and recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christal M.

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

Best VRBO ever!

We spent a long weekend at Rosemary’s Cottage with our two sons, their spouses and our 1 year old grandbaby…it was the perfect vacation! The home is in a beautiful community with a sandwich, ice cream and coffee shop all within walking distance. The home is beautifully decorated with antiques and was also full of Christmas decorations for our holiday stay. Its proximity to Warm Sorings and Pine Mountain along with its charm and all the special touches left for us by the owners made it our family’s favorite VRBO to date! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome Weekend

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Rosemary Cottage. The home was perfectly set for our family. We love the location. Friendly town. Host was very accommodating. Our family has agreed that we’d like to stay there again next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

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

Best Stay Near Callaway!

This home made our vacation amazing! Once I stepped inside I fell in love with the 1901 charm that’s shown throughout the home. Not to mention the cleanliness! The hosts are incredible and very responsive to messages. Our family of four had the best time here! From porch front swinging to playing board games, and toys this house really felt like home! Its location was perfect for everything we wanted to do & explore. I highly recommend staying at Rosemary’s Cottage! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

L C.

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

Big, Comfortable, Homey, Great Location

Our host was wonderful and everything was easy to do. The house looks even bigger in person than it does in the pictures. Two adults, two teenagers, and our dog were all very comfortable. Good wifi, generous welcome gift, and a beautiful place. Walking distance to food and coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monte J.

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

Wedding

Loved the roominess, we totally forgot about the other sitting room. The home is beautiful and provided and excellent location for us to prepare for our daughter's wedding at Callaway Gardens. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Quaint house & location

House was built in 1901 and the teens that traveled with us were fascinated by the old ways of house building and the neat historic accents of the house. Perfectly located! We were in Hamilton for a horse show at Poplar Place…literally a 6min drive to the barn! Katie the host was great at answering questions & giving food advice. We will stay at Rosemary Cottage again!.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

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

Great Family Stay

Wonderful experience and the house was lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norah G.

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

A great weekend get away!

We loved our time at the cottage and will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla K.

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

Stay at Rosemary’s Cottage

Staying at Rosemary's cottage felt like stepping into my grandmother's home, where every corner revealed a delightful surprise that brought back cherished memories. The walls whispered stories of laughter and love, and each room seemed to invite us to explore its treasures. Hamilton, with its quaint charm, gave us a sense of safety as we strolled through the streets. We couldn't help but feel a deep sense of gratitude for this experience, where time seemed to slow down.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis H.

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

Absolutely wonderful!

We loved our stay at Rosemary’s Cottage, and consider it the best VRBO property and experience we have had! Katie was wonderful to work with! She was very responsive, and communication was detailed and seamless! We appreciated her thoughtfulness with extra touches throughout the home. We highly recommend Rosemary’s Cottage and look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Y G.

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

Beautifully Unique

Our family spent a whole week at Rosemary’s Cottage. The house is a true gem - much like our lovely hosts! Everything was perfect from the moment we walked in the door. Katie, our hostess, is so thoughtful, leaving snacks and cold drinks to greet us upon arrival. The bedrooms are well appointed with so many thoughtful touches. The kitchen is stocked for any occasion and immaculately kept. The wraparound porch is a dream. We didn’t want to leave!! Great place for a laidback break from life.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry J.

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

Roomy and Comfortable

Host was quick to respond. Property is very comfortable and inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

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

Charming Stay

My Husband and I wanted a peaceful place to stay for our 30th Anniversary and we definitely found it. The house was charming and neighborhood was so charming , it made you feel like you stepped back in time . When Katie found out it was our Anniversary she went out of her way to have champagne and wine and the nicest little card waiting on us when we got there . The house was clean, the bed was comfortable, and it was equipped with everything we needed . I especially loved reading about the history of the home . We sat on the porch every morning and night and listened to the birds sing their songs . We brought our electric bikes and enjoyed the trail that was right in front of the house and the trail is a beautiful ride. We went to Hamilton Ice Cream a few times , great Ice cream and the cutest little place . We also got a casserole to go by Dinner ready by Chad that the little boutique sells , it was so good and made dinner so easy we wish we could have took some home with us . Thank you for sharing your charming home with us .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janelle H.

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

Wonderful experience!

After spending long days at a horse show it was wonderful to come home to this incredibly clean house for a hot shower, fluffy towels, a robe, and a comfortable bed. Even the fragrance of the home was lovely. We enjoyed reading about the history of the home and thinking about all the life lived there. We didn't cook during our stay but enjoyed the snacks and coffee. What a delight that during our stay the gardenias were in bloom and there were baby birds in the flower pot by the door.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl S.

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

Best VRBO I’ve ever seen

The phrase ‘Southern Charm’ does not adequately capture this home. The pictures do not do justice to the quality of the home’s interior, it’s simply breathtaking. We enjoyed the tranquility of the small town, my whole family was able to unwind and relax. This is far and away the best home we have ever stayed in with VRBO.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate E.

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

dads wedding

porch was delightful, morning coffee, walk on the track and charming!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M.

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Friends together again

It was like stepping back in time! The home and the stories about Rosemary and Jean reflected the joy we three ladies felt getting together to celebrate our friendship that is 55 years young. Callaway Gardens and The Little White House were “must do” sites.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie K.

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

Family Vacation

This was one of the best VRBO properties we have ever stayed out. The owners had thought of everything we might need and had great recommendations for things in the area. The house was very comfortable and relaxing. It was a great location to the activities we had planned while we were there. Even our doggies had a great vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karla R.

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

Rosemary’s Cottage

We very much enjoyed our stay at Rosemarys Cottage, the hosts went out of there to make us feel welcome. They provide so many extras for your stay that you feel more like friends than a guest. We cannot wait to come back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gregory M.

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

Highly recommend

Charming house, great location. Great host. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy B.

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

Family

Absolutely beautiful!! Katie is excellent to work with and my family has planned to stay at this home 3 to 4 times a year. There is plenty of room for large family. My favorite is porches
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

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

Cozy Cottage

This property is clean, warm, and fantastic. This was our second stay at Rosemary’s cottage. My adult children loved the charm and flow of the house. We assembled a large puzzle, walked the town, and just enjoyed each other’s company. Great place to stay and wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Katie and Cory Helmerson

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Hello we are Cory and Katie and we are from all over the place. Cory was stationed with the Coast Guard and we were lucky to live by the ocean. I am Flight Attendant for a major airline and enjoy traveling the world. We both wanted to make Rosemary's Cottage a special place for all who visit the Hamilton area. Since Cory and I have traveled a lot for work it has been important to us to have all the little touches throughout the home. We truly hope you enjoy the darling home as much a we do. Our most favorite spot is sitting on the back porch watching the squirrels run around and the birds singing as we sip on our morning coffee.

Why they chose this property

This neighborhood is incredible. The street Rosemary's cottage is on take you back to 1900's. We have one family who owns a lot of land and old buildings who are 6th generation. They take great pride in keeping the area to feel like it once did. I love that you can get in from you long drive or flight and walk across the street and order margarita and chips and enjoy. Then walk home and get some rest with our amazing amenity's. Our location is what dreams are made of. We are on half of a acre in the middle of a down town location. You have the best of both worlds slowing down and enjoying the birds chirping , walking to get ice cream, or enjoy the 18 mile Man O' War train trail that take you through Callaway Gardens and to Pine Mountain. WE ARE IN THE BEST LOCATION!

What makes this property unique

We stand out from the rest because we really do care about Rosemary's Cottage. We care about the people staying with us. We want this cottage to feel like your second home. We ware hoping to have people celebrate big moments in this house and enjoy the holidays here. Rosemary's Cottage will be decorated for Christmas and Halloween. Please come share you holidays here at the Cottage. I also thing we are different because the proceeds of this home goes to our three children's education. We take great pride appreciating all you do for us by choosing to stay with us. Because of your stay our child gets to play baseball and have their Mom home more. Because of how much we care about out visitors we try to have our home like Chip and Joanna. We hope you love it here as much as we do.

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