Entire home

A Contemporary Mountain Retreat, a VRBO Bear Stay

Photo gallery for A Contemporary Mountain Retreat, a VRBO Bear Stay

Our beautiful mountain view from the front door
Our Mountain Retreat from the driveway
Looking back towards the kitchen and dining room with the stairs to the loft
Our Living Room view from the Kitchen
The Kitchen. Walnut cabinets, granite counters and stainless steel appliances

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Dawsonville, GA
  • Disharoon Beach
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Amicalola Falls State Park
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Amicalola Falls
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Terrace Bedroom

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

The Loft

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Terrace Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Terrace Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

A Contemporary Mountain Retreat, a VRBO Bear Stay

Located in Big Canoe, an 8,000 acre mountain community, there are numerous activities like golf, hiking, fishing, tennis, swimming and fitness. Not to mention a first class restaurant, The Mountains Grille and Black Bear Pub that overlook the golf course and Lake Sconti. Outside of the community there is shopping, winery tours and State parks to mention a few. All the linens are new and the towels are Egyptian Cotton. The house is non-smoking and all the linens and towels are washed in an allergy free detergent.

This beautiful contemporary home was renovated in 2012 and offers a year round mountain view. With wood floors throughout, the home is warm and comfortable. There are 3 levels. On the upper level is the loft with 2 twin beds. It overlooks the living area and is perfect for the kids. On the main level is the entry with slate flooring, living room with vaulted wood ceiling and exposed wood beams and a fireplace, dining area, kitchen, laundry, screened porch, main outside deck and the master suite with a king size bed. All with wood floors. Downstairs is the terrace level with a bedroom with a full bed and a trundle bed with 2 twin mattresses. The terrace level also has 1.5 bathrooms and a family room with a large covered outside deck. There is uncovered parking for 3 cars. No parking is permitted on the road.

Property manager

Mark & Laura Muir
Premier Host

Languages

English

Add dates for prices

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

House Rules

Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There are 2 stairs and 2 decks with cable railings
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Jasper

Located in Jasper, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Amicalola Falls State Park and McGraw Ford Wildlife Management Area, while Tater Patch Community Theater and Georgia Racing Hall of Fame are cultural highlights. Gibbs Gardens and Burt's Pumpkin Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Dawsonville, GA

What's nearby

  • Disharoon Beach - 13 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Gibbs Gardens - 24 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Amicalola Falls State Park - 25 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Atlanta Motorsports Park - 25 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Amicalola Falls - 31 min drive - 21.2 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Huddle House - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Pub - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Mexican Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mary's Bread Basket - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Mexican Grill - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Contemporary Mountain Retreat, a VRBO Bear Stay have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is A Contemporary Mountain Retreat, a VRBO Bear Stay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-out at A Contemporary Mountain Retreat, a VRBO Bear Stay?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Contemporary Mountain Retreat, a VRBO Bear Stay located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Big Canoe Outdoor Tennis Center, Disharoon Beach and McDaniel Meadows Dog Park. Diamond Dog Park and Cairn View Winery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 187 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 187 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 187 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 187 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

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

We just loved it!

Peaceful place, comfy, with a beautiful view, the property manager is so nice, we definitely recommend it and planning to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Etienne M.

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

Thanksgiving Quail

Fantastic property and wonderful hosts. Very thoughtful amenities, many items you don’t expect when travelling in hotels were found in this home. Game room was such a treasure and back patio was a relaxing escape. Thank you for a lovely Thanksgiving stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Don M.

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

Great House

It is a great location with a beautiful view. The floor plan is very convenient for family. Very well kept and updated property. We will definitely stay again. The property owner is very responsive for questions and information.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Very pleased

Our family of 5 was extremely satisfied with our stay at Mark and Laura’s property in Big Canoe. We’ve stayed at many other short term rentals in the past and this one ranks at the top in terms of amenities and host attentiveness. Things like having an abundance of towels, blankets, pillows, sheets, toilet paper, and tissues may sound minor, but we’ve found other places that don’t offer the same level. The kitchen was well equipped four our needs and all appliances worked well We had plenty of how water and the heating system kept us comfortable. Mark and Laura were available by text for advice and checked-in to make sure everything was going well - even offering recommendations for local activities and excursions. We would highly recommend this property and these hosts to anyone looking for a relaxing mountain retreat.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie F.

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

Cute Mountian House

Loved our stay ober the 4th. Very clean and exactly like pictures. Only downside was distance from everything in BC but we managed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

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

Wedding weekend

Great place, as advertised
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wally C.

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

Really nice cabin!

Very clean and had everything we were looking for in our stay! Would recommend the cabin highly!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zulma A.

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

High and peaceful

It was peaceful and high in the mountains. Wish the trees were cut back a bit for better view but overall we really enjoyed our stay. We saw deer everyday and a few turkeys down the road 😊😊
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay

As always we enjoyed our stay and time in Big Canoe.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Great weekend get away

We really enjoyed this property. Only wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Shaun P., Mount Pleasant, SC

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

Great Big Canoe House!

Great property, amenities, and house layout is perfect for families.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Perfect place to relax

A beautiful place and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kendra S.

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

Great family getaway!

Amazing views! Watching the Sunrise on this property is stunning! Communication with the owners was great. Would definitely recommend and looking forward to going back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W., Suwanee, Georgia

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

Mountain Escape

We had another great stay at Quail Cove in Big Canoe. Great view, private, clean and updated!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Curt T.

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

Please w/Property

Property was very nice and convenient to located to our event destinations.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Fabulous place

We had a great time the owners were great to deal with everything was as advertised. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

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

Great Place !

Rented this for my parents to enjoy a few days of relaxation. They loved it !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chesley R.

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

A Big Canoe Winner!

Fantastic property curated with your comfort in mind. The property owners were terrific and couldn't have had a better short vacation on our first visit to Big Canoe! Can't wait to go again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

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

Fun family vacation spot

We had a blast at Big Canoe! We loved all the activities (golf, splash pad, swimming, boat rides, rock slide). This property is beautiful and great place to stay! We will be back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W., Suwanee, Georgia

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

Mountain Getaway

Beautiful home, great view and very clean. Great stay in Big Canoe and easy to get to amenities at the Clubhouse!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Great stay

Great property. Spoke with Mark concerning a few improvements . Would return again. Thanks for sharing your property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheri P.

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

Breathtaking view and excellent accommodations

What a treat it was to vacation here. Everything in this home is first rate, and still maintains that “mountain retreat” warmth. The property owners are lovely, helpful people.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ramsey M.

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

Great experience

Owners were helpful and beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Darren H.

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

Well equipped and very clean

Perfect rental for any size family
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing Mountain Retreat

We stayed here over our wedding weekend and had an incredible time! The house is in the perfect location in Big Canoe (halfway between the Lodge and the Chimneys) and has a stunning view out the back porch. The owners were incredibly helpful and kind. We would definitely stay here again!

About the host

Hosted by Mark & Laura Muir

Host profile image
Laura and I are both from the Midwest. We grew up in South Florida. We have traveled all around the US with our 2 children. We love how nice and helpful the residents of North Georgia are.

Why they chose this property

We've traveled to this area of Georgia many times in the last several years and loved it. We decided to purchase a home in Big Canoe after we toured the community in the Fall of 2013. We were very impressed so we decided to buy a home that we could use as a vacation home.

What makes this property unique

We fell in love with this renovated home when we saw it was available online. Once we toured it in person, we were hooked. We loved the contemporary craftsman style and the mountain view when you open the front door is spectacular.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests