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Pet Friendly with Double-Decker Dock, Beautiful View

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View from top of boat dock.
Sunroom, located as you enter the house.
Main floor living area, looking into the kitchen.
Interior
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 10306.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Blairsville, GA
  • Nottely Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Hiwassee River
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Loft Level Reading Nook

1 Double Futon

Lower Level Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Lower Level Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master on Loft Level

1 King Bed

Master on Main Level

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Loft Area Powder Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Level Bedroom 1 Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Bedroom 2 Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Bedroom 3 Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath on Loft Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath on Main Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Powder Room on Main Level

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Pet Friendly with Double-Decker Dock, Beautiful View

Union County STR# 014520

Post Stay, we would appreciate your REVIEW on VRBO. We’re also on TripAdvisor @kudzucabin.

Check out KUDZU CABIN on beautiful, peaceful Lake Nottely, in the North Georgia Mountains, less than 2 hours from Atlanta. Please click on the RATES button for rates details, cancellation policy, required deposits, and pet and cleaning fees. VRBO determines their fees and collects Union County hotel taxes as well.

For a good sense of what you’ll see on arrival, please be sure to view our pictures for decor, bedroom configuration, lake views from our boat dock, and more.

NOTE: Please do NOT use the stone "steps" on the side of the house for basement level access. These are placed for landscape needs to retain soil and limit errosion and are not intended as a walkway, as they are quite steep and could be a slipping hazard.

Kudzu Cabin, your pet friendly home away from home, awaits you with its rustic lodge-style furnishings and over 300 feet of lakefront access (no lake view from house) with a private double-decker boat dock boasting spectacular lake and mountain views, where you can park your own boat/jet-ski or rentals, swim, kayak, sun on the upper deck, or just sit back and relax with a glass of wine at sunset.

You’ll have plenty of room for family and friends to join you in this beautifully appointed and spacious cabin, with 5 BR (including 2 king master suites), 5 full baths & 2 half baths, that sleeps up to 10 in beds (limit based on Union County Short-Term Rental code), just minutes from Blairsville and charming Blue Ridge.

We offer a FAMILY and/or BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL setting, so no big parties are allowed. Per Union County Ordinance, as outlined by Sec 48-04, amplified sound that disturbs or causes a nuisance to neighboring properties is not allowed. If we are notified of a violation of this ordinance by renters, the assessed fee will be deducted from the security deposit.

Kudzu Cabin is a NO SMOKING, NO VAPING property. Contact owners with questions.

BEDROOMS

LOFT/UPSTAIRS:
Loft/master bedroom - king bed, private double vanity sinks, Jack & Jill style shared shower/tub combo (with loft living room)

Loft living room (open to downstairs) - queen sleeper sofa, private single sink, and Jack & Jill style shared shower/tub combo (with loft bedroom)

MAIN/ENTRANCE LEVEL:
Main/master bedroom - king bed, double vanity, shower/tub combo

BASEMENT LEVEL:
Basement bedroom #1 - queen bed, private bath with shower

Basement bedroom #2 - 2 bunk bed sets - twins on top, one twin and one full on bottom, private bath with shower. (Twin bunks are best for children or very small adults)

Basement bedroom #3 - bunk bed set - twin on top, full on bottom, twin trundle bed with double vanity sinks and shower with bedroom access and basement living area access. (Twin bunks and trundle are best for children or very small adults)

LIVING/DINING AREAS

MAIN/ENTRANCE LEVEL:
The main level features cozy seating in the sunroom, a two-sided, floor-to-ceiling fireplace, peeking into an open living room, dining room, fully equipped kitchen, and powder room.

The dining room seats 8, plus 4 bar stools at the kitchen island. In the living room, you'll find a smart TV with access to YouTube TV for free programming, or login to your own streaming accounts, plus a DVD player and small DVD library. Purchases through owner apps are not allowed and anything charged will be deducted from the damage deposit.
Off the living room is the main/master bedroom as described above.

Main level wrap around deck hosts a barn-wood table (seats 8-10), a pub style table (seats 5), along with plenty of rocking and other chairs to crowd around a gorgeous outdoor fireplace. Relax in the hammock or enjoy a rousing round of corn-hole. You’ll also find both a gas grill and a charcoal BBQ pit on the main level deck.

LOFT/UPSTAIRS:
Upstairs includes a loft level master bedroom, as described above, and is connected to the loft living area, as described above.

BASEMENT LEVEL:
The basement level has a comfy living area, table for games, as well as a shelf stocked with games, playing cards, and books, and a flat screen TV with VCR and video library, and streaming available via a ROKU device with access to YouTube TV for free programming, or login to your own streaming accounts. Purchases through owner apps are not allowed and anything charged will be deducted from the damage deposit. (Note that the gas log/two-sided fireplace is not currently working.)

The three bedrooms surround the basement living area and are as described above.

The laundry room is located in the basement with a full-size washer/dryer and an iron and ironing board. Bed linens are provided for each bed and bathrooms are all stocked with plenty of towels and a hair dryer. We also have several beach towels and rags in the basement laundry room for use on the dock, or to clean up a mess. (Please don't stain our white towels!)

For your convenience, we provide a vacuum, brooms, and a mop.

BASEMENT LEVEL PATIO:
The patio on the lower level has tables and chairs for gathering and enjoying a closer look at the outdoors.

PETS:
Dogs are welcome with the payment of $100 pet fee. Limit of 2, no more than 55lbs each. Must be well behaved. Not allowed on furniture/beds. Bathroom breaks must be in discrete areas and/or clean up after them.

OTHER AMENITIES:
When you're not enjoying the sun from the boat dock, making use of boat rentals (see notes below about Nottely Boat Club), or hiking around the area, you'll find plenty of other things to do at Kudzu Cabin. We have kayaks and several life vests, hula-hoops, a corn hole game, bocce ball set, and horse shoes, as well as plenty of books, games, poker set, cards, and videos for the kids to watch. And of course, the nearby towns of Blairsville, Blue Ridge, and Murphy, NC have entertainment events, art shows, and other attractions, year-round.

BOAT RENTALS:
If you’re looking for a boat to rent, the closest is Nottely Boat Club & Marina, less than 10 minutes from the cabin by car. Find our website at CoolestPlaceInGeorgia.

LAKE NOTTELY WATER LEVEL:
Check expected lake water levels for your trip by visiting https://www.tva.com/environment/lake-levels, select Nottely. Lake Nottely is TVA controlled, with water levels at full pool during peak season - gradually increasing up through Memorial Day (typically much earlier than that) and gradually decreasing after Labor Day. Any drought or rainy conditions in North Georgia can also have an impact on lake water levels. Note that our boat dock is in deep water and in the past, we have not had issues getting boats in and out during peak season and often have good access well before and after peak season.

POLICIES:
Please carefully read the policies shown in this listing for important information and requirements. Photo ID and a signed contract are required before a booking is final.

Note that it is our policy not to accept reservations more than a year in advance. If you have any questions about future reservations that far in advance, please contact Val.

After booking, a detailed description of Kudzu Cabin House Rules/Policies will be sent along with your booking confirmation. We strictly enforce policies which follow Union County Short-term Rental Code requirements.

Whether seeking a retreat for a family reunion, gathering with close friends, or a business function, Kudzu Cabin, Lake Nottely, and the surrounding areas have much to offer, year-round. Book your next trip with us!

Val Bippert
Primary Contact

Doug Bippert
(Backup Contact)

Property manager

Val Bippert & Doug Bippert
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: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised. House not baby-proof.
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Events

No events allowed
No loud parties. Strict limit of 14 people.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Lmt 2 dogs; <55 lb
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not allowed on property/subject to deposit forfeit
Failure to provide photo ID upon request for 2 adults 25 yrs or older staying at cabin during reservation will result in cancellation w/full refund.
Renters must adhere to all House Rules included with mandatory rental agreement. Failure to comply will result in cancellation, or forfeit of deposit.
Bring your own Pack-N-Play and, BEWARE! You must monitor children for their safety and protection of our home. Home is NOT baby-proofed.

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
Note from host: No loud parties. Strict limit of 14 people.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property Registration Number 104520

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Blairsville

Located in Blairsville, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Valley River Arts and Clay's Corner are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Village Boutique and Tank Town USA. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Blairsville, GA

What's nearby

  • Nottely Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 24 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Blue Ridge Lake - 29 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Vogel State Park - 29 min drive - 34.5 km
  • Hiwassee River - 42 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 128 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grizzly Bear Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Brothers Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Halfway Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cott Beverages USA - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪WSR Dining Hall - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet Friendly with Double-Decker Dock, Beautiful View 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 Pet Friendly with Double-Decker Dock, Beautiful View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet Friendly with Double-Decker Dock, Beautiful View?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet Friendly with Double-Decker Dock, Beautiful View located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Chattahoochee National Forest and Nottely Lake. Nantahala National Forest and Old Union Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann C.

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

Wonderful cabin with lots of room for family

We had a wonderful Thanksgiving vacation with our family. The cabin was very spacious and comfortable, with plenty of room to spread out, and the kids had a blast playing around the lakefront area.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin G.

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

Family Lake Week

We really enjoyed our stay at Kudzu Cabin. House is spacious, well equipped, and comfortable. Owner is very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry S.

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

Nottley Fun

Worked out great for family ages 3-70. Nice Place
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Nice place

Excellent stay, thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David S.

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

The Fourth 24

This house was extremely comfortable. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Great Stay!

We have stayed at several homes over the years, and this by far has been one of the best! We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Krunal P.

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

Great place for family reunion

Genuinely super/power host
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Gerald D.

Really enjoyed our stay at the Kudzu Cabin. Will consider going back next year.

Very easy to get to. Accommodations were good. Cabin was well equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Wonderful

This house was amazing and owners are so easy and helpful to work with. Would recommend to anyone looking for a beautiful lake getaway.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gerald D.

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

Great Stay

Need more garbage cans on the outside of the cabin. Really enjoyed the amenities, dock, floating pad, etc. Recommend this place for family vacations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Seth P.

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

Great July 4th

Great house! Great porches! Very relaxing! We are already planning to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carol T.

Excellent place, roomy, well stocked, well situated.

Great place. Very clean and very comfortable. Beautiful setting and lake access. Accommodated our extended family; able to share meals and visit comfortably. Had a great time on the lake swimming and boating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John S., Green Cove Springs, USA

Perfect cabin for a large family get together!

Great stay at a beautiful lakeside cabin! Everything was perfect for our family get together. First class accommodations and service. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Jenna F., Villa Rica

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

A great cabin experience for the whole group!

We had a lovely time catching up with friends and family bonding time at the Kudzu Cabin! The cabin was very well stocked and nicely laid out for our three families to enjoy! Plenty of room for our group of 12. We would love to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Trish C.

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

Great House!

Unique property. Quality built, tastefully decorated, comfortable beds and plenty of room for 3 families on 3 levels.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A., Texas

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

Family Trip

Our family enjoyed the stay at Kudzu cabin. We fished and had fun on the floating dock. Made smores and played games on the big porch with fireplace on the rainy days. Fall colors and view great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

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

Beautiful home on Lake Nottely

This cabin was among the best vacation homes we've ever rented. The house is large, spotless, well stocked and full of thoughtful details that made our stay comfortable and fun. Lake Nottely is pristine and peaceful, and this home sits on a quiet cove with very little boat traffic and great views. We had a great week at Kudu Cabin and highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gail H.

Clean and rustic. Perfect for our family

Everyone having their own bathroom was key! Well stocked kitchen. Wrap around porch is large. Very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Tracy T.

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

Clean, spacious and beautiful

There were 3 families sharing this home on the water and we had the best time. It was clean, well stocked with everything you could need and so much fun!!! The location is beautiful and so quiet. The dock is awesome and the water was clean and the perfect temperature for Labor Day weekend. I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

bob h.

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

Family Lake Vacation.

This is a beautiful lake house with deep water dock. We brought our boat and enjoyed Lake Nottely. The lake is very deep and clean water. The house is great for a large group and the covered deck was great to sit outside and enjoy the pleasant weather. We will definitely book this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Gerald D.

A lovely, spacious and well equipped cabin with ample relaxing and recreational amenities.

This was our 2nd stay in this spacious cabin. It is clean and offers comfort for a large group. We have 16 family members who enjoyed the many amenities. Our only suggestion is to add a smaller refrigerator on the lower level to accommodate larger groups such as ours.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dail F., Pine Mountain, GA

Great house for family gathering

Very clean, well stocked and comfortable house. Nice clean lake. Water level controlled by TVA, so check ahead. The porch was the hangout spot for all. Owner very responsive. Positive experience all round
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pierce W., Georgia

Kudzu Cabin was amazing!!

Our family long weekend stay at the Kudzu Cabin was amazing. It had plenty of space and everything we needed for a great vacation. Val was always easy to talk to and get a hold of. I would highly recommend this cabin for any family that loves to spend time together. The back Porch is amazing. Thanks Val for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Pete J.

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

Family 2022 Thanksgiving

The house was exactly what we were looking for. We had four couples, each with there own bedrooms and bathrooms as well as a kits bedroom and bathroom. The kitchen was extremely well equipped! ( we cooked a full blown Thanksgiving dinner...no problem) Great location for day trips to hiking, wineries, other towns. Message to owners...if you decide to sell this property let us know...
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

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

Awesome lake property

The house is decorated and furnished nicely. Lots of indoor and outdoor space. No complaints. Kitchen needed a better skillet. Otherwise the kitchen was well equipped. Everyone loved the space and dock. Thank you! It was a great vacation spot for our family of nine and a few friends who stop by for a day or two.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Val Bippert & Doug Bippert

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A family of 5 and Marietta residents since 2006, the Bipperts hail from Texas, but love the Atlanta area and the North Georgia Mountains. After owning this gem of a cabin for 6 years with friends, we've bought out our partners and have decided to share our treasure with others, as a rental. We love that this house is so close to home that we can pop in for a weekend with friends, with little planning, and immediately start enjoying the relaxing lifestyle that Lake Nottely and the area offer. We hope you'll find some of what we have at Kudzu Cabin!

Why they chose this property

After searching for a beach house for a year, we realized that we wanted our get-away to be closer to home. Our friends (and soon to be lake house partners) recommended looking in Blue Ridge and Lake Nottely for a home to share on the lake. In no time, we stumbled upon this beauty and have called it our second home since. It's great for as many as three families at once, enjoying the lake and nature together. Whether you spend the entire time outdoors, or a rainy day inside playing games and watching TV, Kudzu Cabin is the perfect get-away from the realities of life, any time of the year.

What makes this property unique

We are always looking for updates and ways to make our home more renter friendly. Renter feedback encouraged us to add a second refrigerator. Though small, the second fridge in the basement is a nice addition. Recently, we added a new renter favorite, a giant floating mat, great for relaxing/floating, or jumping off and playing with the kids.

Be sure to look back from time to time, to see what is new. In the mean time, enjoy the fact that there is a private bath for every bedroom, a deck that is the perfect extension of the main floor and dining room, and a double-decker boat dock where you could spend an entire day, enjoying family, friends, and sunshine!

Languages:

English

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