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The Swag House - Near wineries & downtown Dahlonega, renovated property

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Exterior
Interior
Property grounds
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7243.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Dahlonega, GA
  • Wolf Mountain Vineyards
    3 min drive
  • Crisson Gold Mine
    4 min drive
  • Consolidated Gold Mine
    8 min drive
  • Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
    45 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Shower only

Master

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

The Swag House - Near wineries & downtown Dahlonega, renovated property

The Swag House is nestled in a “swag” between the hills just 5 miles north of the historical town of Dahlonega, Georgia. It is the perfect location to get away from the busy life while visiting the north Georgia mountain attractions. The Swag House is located on 38 private acres with the Chattahoochee National Forest boundary just a few feet from the back door. The first half of the driveway has been recently paved in 2019, while the 2nd half of our driveway is gravel up to the home.
The Swag House is convenient to attractions and activities enjoyed by guests of all ages. Four of Georgia’s best wineries are within 10 miles. It lies between Amicalola Falls State Park and Unicoi State Park. The Appalachian Trail crossings of Woody Gap and Neal’s Gap are only a few minutes drive from the Swag House. The Dahlonega area is known for the first gold rush in America and has a state historical “Gold Museum”, as well as two historical mines that offer tours. The “Alpine-like” village of Helen is also only a 30 minute drive away.
The Swag House was established as a family home of a local forester and his family in the early 1990’s. The home is surrounded by a small meadow with a larger mountain meadow to the south. Otherwise, typical Blue Ridge Mountain forests surround the Swag House. It is common to see whitetail deer, wild turkey and other wildlife surrounding the House and on the gravel drive into the Swag House property.
The property surrounding the home provides opportunities for "off-trail" hiking in the National Forest, as well as leisurely walks along the gravel drive.
The Swag House contains 3 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths and comfortably sleeps 6. Contact the owner to accommodate additional guests. The 3 bedrooms are upstairs. The master bedroom has a king bed and has an associated master bath with large shower with double vanity. The other two bedrooms share a bathroom that has a tub/shower combination. The second bedroom has a full size bed and the third bedroom has a queen bed and day bed. The House has a fully-equipped modern kitchen, wide screen televisions via satellite, provided WiFi internet service, and other comforts/amenities. There is a large deck and comfortable front porch for relaxing after a day of site-seeing. The large den is the focal point of the home and includes a working fireplace opposite a wall of windows that provides wonderful views of "Three Sisters Mountains" from late Fall to mid-Spring. The "library" room contains books for all ages and an antique upright piano for plinking.
The "mudroom" contains the washer/dryer and small shower for the use of guests. Linens are provided, as well as an initial supply of paper products.
We welcome your enjoyment of the Swag House during your stay in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia.

Property manager

Peggy McClure
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Be sure the trash can is latched at all times Do not smoke on the property inside or outside Follow good fire safety at all times

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 holiday home is in the mountains. Crisson Gold Mine and Consolidated Gold Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include North Georgia Zoo and Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Dahlonega, GA

What's nearby

  • Wolf Mountain Vineyards - 3 min drive
  • Crisson Gold Mine - 4 min drive
  • Consolidated Gold Mine - 8 min drive
  • Dahlonega Gold Museum State Historic Site - 8 min drive
  • Montaluce Winery & Restaurant - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wolf Mountain Vineyards - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Swag House - Near wineries & downtown Dahlonega, renovated property pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Swag House - Near wineries & downtown Dahlonega, renovated property ?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Swag House - Near wineries & downtown Dahlonega, renovated property ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Swag House - Near wineries & downtown Dahlonega, renovated property located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and Wolf Mountain Vineyards. Crisson Gold Mine is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the Swag House!
Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home
Friends trip to Dahlonega for a cycling weekend. We all loved this spacious and tastefully decorated home. It felt like home immediately! We were arriving just after the hurricane had blown past and our hosts had graciously checked in on the property before our arrival to insure everything remained in good shape and kept us informed. The home is close to downtown but is truly secluded, quiet and private. Do be aware that there is one short steep pitch on the gravel drive that one of our cars struggled with a bit when wet. No biggie. We would gladly return - and hope and expect to do so.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
We really enjoyed our stay! Great house. clean. Lots of room. Really quiet and private.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
Me and my wife had an awesome time in The North Georgia Mountains and our stay in the swag house was amazing. Very secluded and beautiful with deer eating in the front lawn and hummingbirds playing around the feeder on the porch and the house is Beautiful. Thank you 🙏 for letting us stay in your beautiful home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Millecent S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heavenly peace!
Our family has enjoyed this home twice! It's spacious and an antique-lovers DREAM! If you're wanting a quiet place right in a beautiful natural setting...this is it! Upgraded/comfy interior too. Very convenient to town/surrounding area. Great host as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Millecent S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great & comfy weekend stay! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Beautiful home & property. Very serene. Had every comfort needed. Thanks for great communication. We will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Swag House is spectacular.
Beautiful and serene. Feels like a homestead with classical touches and impeccably clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Review
Had a great time at the swag house! Very spacious. The driveway was a little scary, but overall we had a wonderful time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Len N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Relaxing
Great respite after a hectic wedding! We really enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Helen Christmas visit
We booked this home for our family of 7 during our first time at the Helen Georgia Christmas festival. With 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths (plus an extra shower in the laundry) it was more than adequate for us. The property is beautiful with no neighbors in sight. Beds were comfortable. Plenty of space to spread out. It's about 30 minutes or so from Helen with a tavern type bar about halfway in between that had good food. All of the beds are upstairs but there are a couple of settee chairs and a couch in the living room that can be used for sleeping too. The setting is beautiful and the home well maintained. We even saw multiple deer while there! Couldn't have asked for a nicer place or better owners. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tobilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Property and home were immaculate! Owners thought of everything to make their guests feel “at home,” fostering an environment of relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin M., Vero beach, florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
Close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for our son’s wedding weekend.
Beautiful property with great outdoor space.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cari B., Saint Petersburg, FL U.S.A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain View Vacation
Lovely, well cared for property. We saw cardinals, deer, rabbits, and fireflies on our visit. Plenty of room for family to stretch out and relax after daily outings to Helen, hiking, gold mine tour, kayaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house
Thank you so much for a great weekend! Highly recommend this property. Excellent host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tanner B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house!
House met all of our needs for a family wedding weekend! Was glad to have a truck, as the driveway is long, bumpy, steep in parts and gravel. I would stay here again when traveling to Dahlonega. Many great winery’s in the surrounding area!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
We loved the Swag House!!! So clean and cozy!! We really enjoyed our time in this beautiful family home!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

MARY W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ladies Group Wineries Getaway
Our group of four ladies LOVED this property. The location was absolutely beautiful (and REMOTE, which was great!). Home and furnishings were “like new!” We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for long weekend in Dahlonega
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed staying at this house - we have stayed in the area many times over the past 20 years and this was our favorite place we have stayed! The location was perfect to visit local wineries and the square, and this property and the grounds were just beautiful! Very peaceful snd relaxing place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bachelor house weekend
Beautiful location away from the traffic noise of even gold rush days while still being a 10 minute drive from the dahlonega town square. Vast property with many locations to take in the forest views and tranquility. Beautiful and comfortable accommodations inside and out. So grateful to have prepared for my wedding in a house as beautiful as this
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S., Santa Fe, NM

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, natural beauty
Our group of ladies really enjoyed staying here. There was plenty of room, the house was well provisioned and it was so peaceful and beautiful. Coffee with red headed woodpeckers and wild turkeys, and countless song birds. The house is away from the noise of town but close to everywhere we wanted to go. It’s a real slice of paradise.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Craig F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful farmhouse in woods
Loved the decor and condition of property. Hard to believe it was built there, much less being so nice. Very quiet and isolated. Wish we could have spent a few more days. If you go, you won't be disappointed. Just be sure you have some decent ground clearance on your car...my Honda Civic scraped a couple times, but we managed. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
5 stars all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb stay
The property was a real showplace. Much attention to detail. Called the owner and thanked him and his family to allow us to stay. Convenient to town. A great place for families with diversity of interests and desire to also spend a great time together. Outdoors options for hiking, small town discover, and university offered a great plus. We did not need to talk with property manager but there were options for help availability posted prominently.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric R., Loganville, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home in the woods
We had a very nice stay at the Swag House. It is a beautiful, well maintained older home with lots of character and charm. We especially loved the master bathroom and shower! Thank you for sharing your home with my family!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by Peggy McClure

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The home was constructed in 1992. We visit this home often with family and friends. It is a place to relax and have quality time.

Why they chose this property

We love the beautiful location.

What makes this property unique

You can be close to downtown Dahlonega (5 miles), but feel like you are in the middle of the mountains.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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