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Killian House Retreat, 4br 2ba Relaxing Get away private home

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Welcome Home
Street Approach
Front Porch Reading
Comfy furniture for the whole group
A classic living room with comfy finishes

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8176.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Warm Springs, GA
  • Little White House
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Wolf's Den Hiking Trail
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Roosevelt Warm Springs Hospitals
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • La Grange, GA (LGC-Callaway)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bird Watcher Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Children's Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Linen Room

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Killian House Retreat, 4br 2ba Relaxing Get away private home

This quaint home was built in 1953 and we have designed it as a quiet getaway spot for our family and guests. The Killian family has ties to the local history and FDR in Warm Springs. Now we are opening it up for others to enjoy.
We want to thank our guests for making a breakout year at the Killian House. We had a visit from Sam Killian III the son of the builders of the house. We had a writing group with published authors, three wedding parties, families of graduates, history buffs, and just great people.
The house is 1900 sq/ft and sits on a secluded 1.5 acre wooded lot on top of a hill above Warm Springs GA. We have seen deer, fox, and the always entertaining squirrels on the property. The tree surrounded lot is perfect for star gazing.

Common Areas
Cozy new furniture fills the rooms for long conversations or napping. The dining room seats 8 for candlelit dinners. The Den table is ready for snacks, games, and puzzles. Sit on the front porch with your morning coffee and watch the sun come up. The outdoor grill can prepare a large meal or just use the fire pit to roast marshmallows. Grab a snack and head to the back porch to talk and laugh as the sun sets. Killian House Retreat is the perfect quiet place to finish that research paper, spend time with family, work projects, girl's weekend, or wedding parties. There is room for private small retreats for work, school, or church.


Kitchen
The 50's style kitchen is newly updated but reminds your of Grandmother in her favorite spot. Bake your own cookies or have wine from the local winery with cheese to relax in comfort.

Entertainment
We have chosen not to have a TV in the Killian House Retreat. We use the house as a place to unplug, rejuvenate, and renew communications with each other. However, there is killer wifi with easy access all over the house. We created a blank wall and provided an easy to use video projector and speakers to experience that special movie, game, or cat video together.

Surrounding Activities
We are 15/20 minutes from Calloway Gardens. Many adventures await such as: Christmas Fantasy in Lights, golf, hiking, Gardens, Water ski events, Lakefront beach, Butterfly Gardens, and Treetop challenge course, biking, canoeing, and live raptor shows.
FDR's Little White House is 1 minute away just down the hill. The historic pools that helped FDR refocus his life and body before his political career are at the bottom of the hill below his house.
Take a tour of the Warm Springs Winery. The featured local wines are made from Scuppernong and Muscadine grapes. Taste the unique pepper infused "Hotlanta" wine.
The Roosevelt State park borders the property. There are over 40 miles of trails in the park. Many trails lead to waterfalls along the hike. Beginners to advanced hikers will enjoy the trails. The Liberty Bell Pool is a great place for a day of swimming after hitting the trails. Antique shopping is abundant in Warm Springs and the many surrounding small towns. Being further from a large city the "finds" are plentiful.
Restaurants abound in the local area. While we lost our historic Bullock House building, the owners have reopened in an historic downtown building. The food is just as good and the genuine welcoming nature of Warm Springs is still alive. Mac's Bar B Que is perfect southern fare. The Gardens Restaurant at Calloway makes for a beautiful night out. Only 30 minutes away is the riverfront in Columbus GA which offers 5 great restaurants along the beautifully restored walking park.

Property manager

Elizabeth Trimble
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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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 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
Small Events that are pre-approved by the owner.
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Pets

Pets allowed
$35 pet fee. Crate trained/House Broken, 2 pet max
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only move furniture with prior permission.
When using the fire pit always fill a bucket with water to keep nearby.
Do not use indoor fireplace.

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Small Events that are pre-approved by the owner.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Warm Springs

Located in Warm Springs, this holiday home is in a rural area. Wolf's Den Hiking Trail and Warm Springs Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Callaway Gardens and Wild Animal Safari. Fitzgerald Fruit Farms and Butts Mill Farm 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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Warm Springs, GA

What's nearby

  • Warm Springs Regional Fisheries Center - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Little White House - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Wolf's Den Hiking Trail - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Franklin Delano Roosevelt State Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Roosevelt Warm Springs Hospitals - 5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Columbus, GA (CSG-Columbus Metropolitan) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Duck's Trolley - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bulloch House Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Butcher Block Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Killian House Retreat, 4br 2ba Relaxing Get away private home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Killian House Retreat, 4br 2ba Relaxing Get away private home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Killian House Retreat, 4br 2ba Relaxing Get away private home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Killian House Retreat, 4br 2ba Relaxing Get away private home located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Warm Springs Regional Fisheries Center, Little White House and Wolf's Den Hiking Trail. Franklin Delano Roosevelt State Park and Art In Motion Vintage Motorcycle Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 134 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home
Nice and quiet and comfortable. Owner is beyond helpful and easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Fantastic
Everything was wonderful. We thoroughly enjoyed the history and the views.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marqueshia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!
The host is amazing! Extremely nice and responds quickly when contacted.The property is very beautiful and exactly as described/pictured.Will definitely book again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
The house was quiet and comfortable and close to hiking. It was everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Motte M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay
Plenty of room and even got a pecan pie! Cant beat it!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

AC B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
The house was decorated and ready for our family's Christmas stay. Tons of room for 7 people to spread out or get cozy. Hostess was very pleasant and accommodating but never bothered us. Really good price with plenty of amenities. We really enjoyed the house and feeling like we were in our own world but close enough to enjoy plenty of activities nearby. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Destiny T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
It was clean and we ran into no problems while there
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice vintage home
We loved this house. Perfect location close to town. And plenty of room for all of us. It got a thumbs up from all my friends, and I was the hero for booking it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Must stay location!
This place is fantastic! Quiet location in a historic home. The owners are one of the best I have come across. They were very accommodating, and responsive to all communication. 10 out of 10. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reunion
Easy access plenty of room and lots of history
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barnhunt friends
3 Women attending a Barnhunt trial with our dogs in Pine Mountain. We are all from different cities so the home gave us a place to visit & relax in the evenings. Good restaurants close by. The beds could be more comfortable. The owners were very responsive and have been notified about our suggestions
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!!
We were pleased that we were right across the street from The Little White House. House has so much character and history. Wish we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A quick retreat from the Hurricane
We evacuated from Hurricane Milton and had a wonderful stay. The house had plenty of beds for everyone and was very comfortable. We enjoyed hanging out on the back deck and next to the fire pit. The weather was nice and cool in the mornings and evenings so we enjoyed the campfire each day and the smores! The kids explored in the woods surrounding the house. We visited the Little White House Museum and went horse back riding in the State Park.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaele E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect visit
We stayed here while having a late Christmas with our family and a visit to Callaway Gardens. The hostess was so responsive and the house was adorable! I highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place with lots of history and character.
Definitely would rent again. It is close to everything we wanted to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginger R.

Historic home.
Comfortable home very convenient to Warm Springs and Little White House.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chip B., Moultrie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short but great stay
Only there for one night, but the house was perfect for our party of 5. Plenty of space, very close proximity to Warm Springs and Manchester.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

MATTHEW H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great historical home
We very much h enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Norman S.

Killian House
The house was beautiful and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

We loved our Stay..
The Killian house is a perfect get away...Peaceful..relaxing and beautiful.....We plan on returning as often as possible. Very convenient to everything ....

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway near Callaway Gardens
Charming historic home with many cozy elements. Plenty of space for everyone and well stocked adorable fifties style kitchen. Owner was easy to communicate with and nearby just in case.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria B., Columbia

Great getaway
Really enjoyed the peace and quite at the Killian House. Would like to stay again in the future. The people of Warm Springs are very nice and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Killian House
Another great stay at the Killian House. We always enjoy our stay......very nice and quiet....Hope to return soon..
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2016

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Warm Springs Getaway.
My friends and I had a wonderful trip to Warm Springs and Pine Mountain. The Killian House was a perfect home base for our tours and excursions. The home was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

So relaxing
Beautiful secluded property, awesome views, super comfortable. We will be back when we have time to see the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2018

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth Trimble

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I have taught special education in Cobb County GA for 15 years. I have taught 4 & 5 year old students in Sunday School for 19 years. Owning this house is a joy. Every time I go there I feel like I discover a new hidden treasure. Meeting my guests and finding out what appeals to them in the area is so much fun. I can see myself building this home and others into my second career.

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with this area after a girl's weekend to Calloway Gardens. No cabin in the mountains of north Georgia or condo at the beach would do. I had to have my cottage in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. I spent two years searching for the perfect combination of charm, comfort, modern convenience, and place of renewal. I have found it. I love being here to enjoy a glass of local wine, peruse the antique stores, hike, read, and spend time with the people I love.

What makes this property unique

This home is a history buff's dream. We found that the dining room lamp is a Tesla patented lamp design. It was has an electrical kit to convert oil lamp parts. We estimate that it was originally sold in 1893.
The front porch furniture is "Old Hickory" furniture from the 1920's originally built for the Meriwether Inn. The Inn was the first location of the Warm Springs Institute and later purchased by Roosevelt.
There is an historic photo of Sam Killian Sr., the Mayor of Warm Springs and FDR during the early days of FDR's rehabilitation from polio. The home was built by his son Sam Killian Jr in 1953. The property adjoining the site is owned by the Alcorn family. FDR was to attend a BarBQ hosted by the Alcorn's the day he died. Located on the adjacent site are the charred remains of the Alcorn family home which was built with wood taken from the Meriweather Inn when it was dismantled.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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