Live like early American homesteaders, but with modern amenities, in this authentic, 3-bed, 2-bath farmhouse in the North Georgia Mountains. Aptly named 'Prospect’s Creek,' this adventure-ready vacation rental comes equipped with gold mining equipment so you can pan for gold at the on-site creek! Inside, you’ll find unique rustic decor; on the screened-in porch, there’s a hot tub and dining, and within 6 miles, explore historic Helen, hike Unicoi State Park, tour the Unicoi Wine Trail, and more! -- THE PROPERTY -- Wraparound Deck | Creek Access On-Site | Gold Panning Supplies Provided History buffs with a penchant for the great outdoors will love their stay at this 8-acre property with a pastoral farmhouse that will bring you back to a simpler time. Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Twin Bunk Beds | Bedroom 3: Full Bed, 2 XL Twin Beds OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered wraparound deck w/ hot tub, dining, & seating, gas grill, private balcony off upstairs bedroom w/ seating, yard w/ fire pit & seating, picnic table, creek access, outdoor movie screen (projector not included); GaGa Ball, horseshoes, lawn Yahtzee, cornhole, tetherball, giant dominoes, ring toss, canjam, giant Jenga, firewood for sale INDOOR LIVING: Rustic farmhouse decor, wood-burning fireplace, dining table, ample seating, 50-inch flat-screen Smart TV w/ Netflix, flat-screen cable TV w/ 70+ channels, Tempur-Pedic / Beautyrest mattresses KITCHEN: Well-equipped, retro appliances, stainless steel basin sinks, coffee maker, teapot, cooking basics, dishware/flatware GENERAL: Gold panning, free WiFi, linens & towels, games, washer/dryer, 2 hair dryers, iron/board, landline telephone, firewood fee (paid upon arrival) PARKING: Gravel driveway (5 vehicles), trailer parking available -- THE LOCATION -- DOWNTOWN HELEN (7.6 miles): German-themed alpine town w/ sightseeing, restaurants, bars, shops, miniature golf ATTRACTIONS: Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club (5.8 miles), Helen Tubing and Waterpark (9.0 miles), Cool River Tubing (8.6 miles), Nacoochee Adventures (8.3 miles), Alpine Mini Golf (8.5 miles), Duke's Creek Gold and Ruby Mines (8.6 miles), VIP Southern Tours (6.0 miles), Goats on the Roof (21.1 miles), Consolidated Gold Mine (29.6 miles), Blue Ridge Scenic Railway (54.4 miles) HIKING + BIKING: Anna Ruby Falls (8.8 miles), Brasstown Bald (25.6 miles), Blood Mountain (29.2 miles) FISHING + HUNTING: Smith Lake at Unicoi Hill Park (4.6 miles), Smithgall Woods State Park (9.5 miles), North Georgia Quail (14.8 miles), Vogel State Park (26.9 miles), Chattahoochee National Forest (7.0 miles) AIRPORTS: Athens-Ben Epps Airport (69.3 miles), Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (99.8 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: There is no handrail on the steps leading to the second floor, which may be an issue for those with limited mobility - NOTE: Given the property's secluded, wooded location, cellular service may be unreliable. As such, there is a landline telephone for your safety and convenience - NOTE: Firewood is available for an additional fee - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features an exterior security camera facing the driveway and front yard. It does not look into any interior spaces