Hot tub, fire pit, Private Dock
4.8
Outstanding(25 Reviews)House in Chatuge Lake, GA
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this house rental
Discover the ultimate lakefront escape at our stunning 4BR/3BA home on Lake Chatuge! Perfect for families or friends, enjoy a flat lot, covered boat slip, cozy fire pit, hot tub, large deck with gas grill, and indoor wood-burning fireplace. Stay connected with high-speed internet and unwind with smart TVs in the master and living area. Enjoy breathtaking lake views, water sports, and serene evenings under the stars. Book your unforgettable getaway today!
We leave you alone to make new beautiful memories! Make yourselves at home. If you do need immediate assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re just a phone call or message away.
How far to:
Hiawassee Town Square - 3.9 miles, Ingles Market - 3.9 miles, Chatuge Regional Hospital - 4 miles,
Ga. Mountain Fairgrounds -4.5 miles, Helen, Ga.37 miles
Adventure awaits! Western NC and North GA abound with opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Set your sights on long-range views with visits to Bell Mountain in Hiawassee (20-minute drive) and Brasstown Bald (highest point in GA, 35-minute drive). Spend the day on Lake Chatuge with a boat or personal watercraft rental from a local marina or launch your own from nearby public access. Want to immerse yourself in nature in the Nantahala National Forest? Bring your mountain bikes and ride the first-class trails at Jackrabbit Mountain (also great for hiking and dog-friendly) less than 5 minutes from the property. Fires Creek Recreation Area (25-minute drive) is another Western NC local favorite for hiking with picturesque views, swimming, and trout fishing. On the GA side, take a 30-minute drive to a waterfall hike via the High Shoals Falls Trail or make the 45-minute drive to Alpine Helen, GA for a taste of Bavaria in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Hungry and thirsty after a day of exploration? Visit the outstanding local restaurants, wineries, and breweries in and around downtown Hayesville and Hiawassee for not-to-be-missed tastes of local flavor.
We love the #lakelife around here as well as the majestic mountains. So much to do and see right in town. We have a handy Welcome Book in the house full of dining options, things to do, shopping, hiking and waterfall trails. Wineries with live music events and tastings are plentiful. And a short 25 min drive to Helen for tubing or zip lining.
There are several excellent boat rental places in the area! We use Lake Chatuge Marine, Young Harris Water Sports, Boundary Waters... The fellas will help you out! All kinds of water toys too like jet skis, stand up paddle boards and kayaks.
Hike or drive to the apex of Bell Mountain, which overlooks Lake Chatuge below and provides picturesque mountain views. Shooting Creek Overlook is breathtaking. Visit Brasstown Bald, the highest point in Georgia. Jackrabbit Mountain and Chatuge Dam. Both Towns County (Hiawassee GA) and Clay County (Hayesville NC) have super parks and beaches. Trailheads of the Appalachian Trail, which spans from Georgia to Maine, are less than 10 miles from this home.
It’s all yours! Just a locked owner’s closet and NO garage access.
NEAREST COMMERCIAL AIRPORT: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (~approximately 110 miles away)
McGhee Tyson Airport (109 miles), Asheville Regional Airport (113 miles), Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (130 miles)
Lake Chatuge is a TVA lake. The lake levels vary throughout the year. There is no water under dock From usually September -May. Please contact host to verify if dock can be used for your purpose.
Smoking: We ask that you please do not smoke in our home, but feel free to smoke outside. Please be sure to dispose of any cigarette debris.
Septic System: We are on a septic system which needs to be treated delicately. Please limit the amount of water being used at one time.
No pets please
Host Cancellation Policy: any reservations cancelled will receive an 96% refund, (4% is charged for credit card transactions and isn't refunded from our payment processing company.
Instructions for TV’s
• Both TV’s have Roku’s connected
• Main TV has the Roku on HDMI 1 input and
• Main TV uses sound from both the TV and from the Sound Bar through the Optical connection (not es-
sential to use the soundbar to watch TV)
• Master Bedroom TV uses the DVD remote to power on the TV
• Master Bedroom TV has Roku connected through HDMI 1 (DVD is HMDI 2)
• For both TV’s
◦ To watch YouTube TV, power on the TV and the Roku and navigate to YouTube TV app.
◦ All other apps are available such as Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, HBO, Showtime etc and can be
logged in to using own accounts. Please remember to log out of your account before you depart the house
Family Room
Fireplace: Use with caution - no use of accelerants (gasoline, fire starter or any flammable liquid). Please use paper and fire starter logs. Make sure screen is closed tight and be sure fire it is out when going to bed. Do NOT use water to extinguish a fire unless in an emergency situation. The flue is open - no need to open.
Lights/Fan: The lights in the family room are labeled. Note there is no fan in the family room.
Games
There are several children’s games in the black file cabinet (top shelf) behind the couch. Feel free to use the games while staying at our house. Please be sure to put the proper game pieces with the corresponding game.
In the bunk room, the outlets are run by the light switch. So, if you need to use the outlets while having the lights out, you will need to manually turn the lights off by pulling on the chain attached to the light fixture. Note, there is no fan in this room.
Outdoor furniture, balconies, grill, etc
Fire pit is in backyard just off back deck with red chairs. Please be responsible and make sure all fire is out when leaving the property.
Grill is propane and there is a back-up tank on the porch. Please use red stick lighters located in drawer next to stove in the kitchen to light.
Dock
Water is too low for boats to park at dock from mid-Sept- mid-May. Kayaks and SUP's can be used year- round and can be rented at the local marinas. Feel free to use the dock and any of our toys left on the dock. Our pontoon boat will be docked on the side of our dock out of the way. Use of the boat is not part of the rental agreement. Use of the dock with a rental boat is welcomed. Please be aware of the depth of water (from 7 ft to 4 ft in summer).
Septic System 101:
Never pour grease down the drain. Pour grease into a container and dispose of it as solid waste.
Scrape food waste into the garbage, not down the drain. Nothing that doesn’t come out of a human goes into the toilet, except toilet paper. Place baby wipes in the garbage.
Avoid long showers.
Washing Machine: Washing more than one full load daily — or perhaps two if the loads are spaced by about 12 hours — is the limit for the drain field.
Cleaning Needs: No Bleach! Anything labeled “antiseptic” is out — these products kill the “good” bacteria necessary for the septic to function.
The tenant is responsible for plumbing repairs if they flushed items such as sanitary napkins or diapers down the toilet.
The rental agreement is ONLY for the stated amount of people in the AirBnB agreement. The septic system can/will not handle a large volume of people and will overflow if too many people use it.
We leave you alone to make new beautiful memories! Make yourselves at home. If you do need immediate assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re just a phone call or message away.
How far to:
Hiawassee Town Square - 3.9 miles, Ingles Market - 3.9 miles, Chatuge Regional Hospital - 4 miles,
Ga. Mountain Fairgrounds -4.5 miles, Helen, Ga.37 miles
Adventure awaits! Western NC and North GA abound with opportunities for recreation and relaxation. Set your sights on long-range views with visits to Bell Mountain in Hiawassee (20-minute drive) and Brasstown Bald (highest point in GA, 35-minute drive). Spend the day on Lake Chatuge with a boat or personal watercraft rental from a local marina or launch your own from nearby public access. Want to immerse yourself in nature in the Nantahala National Forest? Bring your mountain bikes and ride the first-class trails at Jackrabbit Mountain (also great for hiking and dog-friendly) less than 5 minutes from the property. Fires Creek Recreation Area (25-minute drive) is another Western NC local favorite for hiking with picturesque views, swimming, and trout fishing. On the GA side, take a 30-minute drive to a waterfall hike via the High Shoals Falls Trail or make the 45-minute drive to Alpine Helen, GA for a taste of Bavaria in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Hungry and thirsty after a day of exploration? Visit the outstanding local restaurants, wineries, and breweries in and around downtown Hayesville and Hiawassee for not-to-be-missed tastes of local flavor.
We love the #lakelife around here as well as the majestic mountains. So much to do and see right in town. We have a handy Welcome Book in the house full of dining options, things to do, shopping, hiking and waterfall trails. Wineries with live music events and tastings are plentiful. And a short 25 min drive to Helen for tubing or zip lining.
There are several excellent boat rental places in the area! We use Lake Chatuge Marine, Young Harris Water Sports, Boundary Waters... The fellas will help you out! All kinds of water toys too like jet skis, stand up paddle boards and kayaks.
Hike or drive to the apex of Bell Mountain, which overlooks Lake Chatuge below and provides picturesque mountain views. Shooting Creek Overlook is breathtaking. Visit Brasstown Bald, the highest point in Georgia. Jackrabbit Mountain and Chatuge Dam. Both Towns County (Hiawassee GA) and Clay County (Hayesville NC) have super parks and beaches. Trailheads of the Appalachian Trail, which spans from Georgia to Maine, are less than 10 miles from this home.
It’s all yours! Just a locked owner’s closet and NO garage access.
NEAREST COMMERCIAL AIRPORT: Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (~approximately 110 miles away)
McGhee Tyson Airport (109 miles), Asheville Regional Airport (113 miles), Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (130 miles)
Lake Chatuge is a TVA lake. The lake levels vary throughout the year. There is no water under dock From usually September -May. Please contact host to verify if dock can be used for your purpose.
Smoking: We ask that you please do not smoke in our home, but feel free to smoke outside. Please be sure to dispose of any cigarette debris.
Septic System: We are on a septic system which needs to be treated delicately. Please limit the amount of water being used at one time.
No pets please
Host Cancellation Policy: any reservations cancelled will receive an 96% refund, (4% is charged for credit card transactions and isn't refunded from our payment processing company.
Instructions for TV’s
• Both TV’s have Roku’s connected
• Main TV has the Roku on HDMI 1 input and
• Main TV uses sound from both the TV and from the Sound Bar through the Optical connection (not es-
sential to use the soundbar to watch TV)
• Master Bedroom TV uses the DVD remote to power on the TV
• Master Bedroom TV has Roku connected through HDMI 1 (DVD is HMDI 2)
• For both TV’s
◦ To watch YouTube TV, power on the TV and the Roku and navigate to YouTube TV app.
◦ All other apps are available such as Netflix, Disney+, Hulu, HBO, Showtime etc and can be
logged in to using own accounts. Please remember to log out of your account before you depart the house
Family Room
Fireplace: Use with caution - no use of accelerants (gasoline, fire starter or any flammable liquid). Please use paper and fire starter logs. Make sure screen is closed tight and be sure fire it is out when going to bed. Do NOT use water to extinguish a fire unless in an emergency situation. The flue is open - no need to open.
Lights/Fan: The lights in the family room are labeled. Note there is no fan in the family room.
Games
There are several children’s games in the black file cabinet (top shelf) behind the couch. Feel free to use the games while staying at our house. Please be sure to put the proper game pieces with the corresponding game.
In the bunk room, the outlets are run by the light switch. So, if you need to use the outlets while having the lights out, you will need to manually turn the lights off by pulling on the chain attached to the light fixture. Note, there is no fan in this room.
Outdoor furniture, balconies, grill, etc
Fire pit is in backyard just off back deck with red chairs. Please be responsible and make sure all fire is out when leaving the property.
Grill is propane and there is a back-up tank on the porch. Please use red stick lighters located in drawer next to stove in the kitchen to light.
Dock
Water is too low for boats to park at dock from mid-Sept- mid-May. Kayaks and SUP's can be used year- round and can be rented at the local marinas. Feel free to use the dock and any of our toys left on the dock. Our pontoon boat will be docked on the side of our dock out of the way. Use of the boat is not part of the rental agreement. Use of the dock with a rental boat is welcomed. Please be aware of the depth of water (from 7 ft to 4 ft in summer).
Septic System 101:
Never pour grease down the drain. Pour grease into a container and dispose of it as solid waste.
Scrape food waste into the garbage, not down the drain. Nothing that doesn’t come out of a human goes into the toilet, except toilet paper. Place baby wipes in the garbage.
Avoid long showers.
Washing Machine: Washing more than one full load daily — or perhaps two if the loads are spaced by about 12 hours — is the limit for the drain field.
Cleaning Needs: No Bleach! Anything labeled “antiseptic” is out — these products kill the “good” bacteria necessary for the septic to function.
The tenant is responsible for plumbing repairs if they flushed items such as sanitary napkins or diapers down the toilet.
The rental agreement is ONLY for the stated amount of people in the AirBnB agreement. The septic system can/will not handle a large volume of people and will overflow if too many people use it.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Chatuge Lake, GA
Reviews
4.8
Outstanding(25 Reviews)4.8
We really enjoyed this spacious lake house!! Perfect location!! We loved the outdoor porch area!!
4.8
Clean home, recently remolded and an addition.
They were still finishing up so there was some construction cleanup needed, once they finish that it should be nice. Grass needed to be cut before renters come in, especially with a boat, overall a great time with no issues.
4.8
I and my best friend really was impressed with the cleanliness of the home as well as the yard being freshly mowed. We enjoyed the fire pit and hot tub but most of all I think enjoying the lake view sipping coffee and resting was the best. I needed peace and a bit of time away from the loss of my Mom to Alzheimer’s back in July. It was just what I needed. This place is very nice rental.
4.8
Our recent stay at this property was a great experience. The home was clean and beautifully decorated, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere. The fully equipped kitchen allowed us to prepare delicious meals, and the spacious living areas made for perfect gatherings with family and friends. What set this VRBO property apart, however, was the breathtaking view from the deck. We can't wait to return for another pleasant stay at this VRBO gem.
4.8
We only live an hour away but we felt like we were truly on a vacation far from home. The house was wonderful. The owners pay attention to details like nice linens, kitchenware well stocked, everything very clean. The deck is a perfect place to relax and the kids even caught some fish off the dock! We did some mountain biking and this house is very close to the trails. Also, a great place on the lake for kayaking. We would certainly consider staying here again.
4.8
Just what we needed for a great spring break with our kids. On the water so we could enjoy this conveniently along with the firepit. Convenient to Hiawassee and Hayesville
4.8
Absolutely perfect and relaxing weekend in a beautiful location.
4.8
One of our senior ladies tripped while stepping from the living room to the kitchen.. a 1 1/2 inch step up. She fell on her face severely bruised, loosened two teeth and hurt her wrist. This is a hazard that needs to be corrected. All else in the property was great.
4.8
The house is beautiful. There was 6 of us ladies. Ages from mid 40s to late 60s. I slept in one of the bunk beds, comfy. The fire pit was nice. The only thing to watch for is a little bump between the kitchen and living room could trip you if not careful. But not bad. I’d recommend this house to friends 😊
4.8
It’s our Second time back renting Catch n Relax. We really like this home because it’s a single floor home with a flat yard. It’s great for corn hole and children activities. There’s a basketball goal so don’t forget your ball. We also enjoyed the new patio furniture outside and look forward to visiting again after the upgraded fire-pit is finished. I especially enjoyed sitting outside in the morning and having breakfast while taking in the fresh air and views. Great place to rent for families!!!!
4.8
The home was comfortable and spacious. The beds were SUPER comfy. The deck is great, and we loved sitting on the dock at night and enjoying the quiet cove. The kids loved swimming off the dock. Great location to town.
Our only complaint is that the sofa had an odor and needs to be replaced or steam cleaned. (We just covered it in blankets.) Everything else in the house was emaculate!
4.8
Excellent Long Weekend Visit
We loved our visit this past weekend! We enjoyed floating off of the dock, grilling on the porch, and the kids loved playing with the books and toys provided. An excellent property in a GREAT location close to everything in Hiawassee - boat rentals, shopping, and restaurants. Thank you for a great stay!
4.8
Beautiful home
This house was beautiful. We had a family of 8 and all slept comfortably. Whenever I reached out to the property manager she was very fast with responding, also the dock is very secluded so we brought the kids floats and tied them to the dock and they enjoyed it . Definitely will be renting this home again.
4.8
We went on a weekend getaway with my sisters in law’s families and had a fantastic time. The house was clean, organized, well equipped and in a great location. We were able to grill out and enjoy the fire pit area on a chilly Saturday night. Thank you for everything and we really hope to return next year.
4.8
Fantastic Lake House
We went on a weekend getaway with my sisters in law’s families and had a fantastic time. The house was clean, organized, well equipped and in a great location. We were able to grill out and enjoy the fire pit area on a chilly Saturday night. Thank you for everything and we really hope to return next year.
4.8
Very clean and great views!
4.8
Great house on the lake
Convenient location. Easy access to the lake from the back yard. Loved spending time on the back deck.
4.8
Great location
Very clean and great views!
4.8
Nice property. Quiet. Nice neighbors. Beautiful view.
4.8
This is a great place to stay. The location of the house is fantastic -- it's on a beautiful lake that is great for swimming, boating, and any other water sport. The grounds of the house are well kept and lovely. On the lake side of the house, there is a good size deck with plenty of chairs and table. The inside of the house is very clean and comfortable and provides all you would need for a home stay. Check In and Check Out all easy. Can unequivocally recommend staying here!! It is 100% great.
4.8
Amazing Lakefront House
This is a great place to stay. The location of the house is fantastic -- it's on a beautiful lake that is great for swimming, boating, and any other water sport. The grounds of the house are well kept and lovely. On the lake side of the house, there is a good size deck with plenty of chairs and table. The inside of the house is very clean and comfortable and provides all you would need for a home stay. Check In and Check Out all easy. Can unequivocally recommend staying here!! It is 100% great.
4.8
Very Enjoyable Weekend
Nice property. Quiet. Nice neighbors. Beautiful view.
4.8
This house was great. We were there for a high school fishing tournament. The launching boat ramp was just around the bend. House was very clean and had everything we needed. We have 2 more years of these tournaments so we will be back.
4.8
Fishing
This house was great. We were there for a high school fishing tournament. The launching boat ramp was just around the bend. House was very clean and had everything we needed. We have 2 more years of these tournaments so we will be back.
4.8
We really enjoyed our stay here, in fact will be booking again very soon. Can't tell you how nice it is to have a private dock area that isn't getting pounded by waves from boats. Very quiet, and beautiful. No issues at all. Highly Recommend this property!!!
4.8
Family Retreat
We really enjoyed our stay here, in fact will be booking again very soon. Can't tell you how nice it is to have a private dock area that isn't getting pounded by waves from boats. Very quiet, and beautiful. No issues at all. Highly Recommend this property!!!
4.8
House is just as it appears in pictures. Beautiful location on Lake Chatuge with mountain views from large backyard. Was a great home base for the many adventures we took. We went to High Shoals falls which is only about 15 minutes away and is a beautiful hike. Helen is about 25 minutes away where we tubed, did the mountain coaster and visited the town and was great fun. We also visited the Great Smokey Mountains and Gatlinburg which was about an hour and half drive. Lastly we rafted the Ocoee River which was also and hour and a half away (lots of fun). Just listed these things to show just a few of the things you can do in this location. The house itself had everything we needed and was very clean. There is a boat dock out back that we used for swimming a couple of times. Tried fishing once but didn't catch anything. Would definitely come back to this location again. Highly recommend.
4.8
wonderful
House is just as it appears in pictures. Beautiful location on Lake Chatuge with mountain views from large backyard. Was a great home base for the many adventures we took. We went to High Shoals falls which is only about 15 minutes away and is a beautiful hike. Helen is about 25 minutes away where we tubed, did the mountain coaster and visited the town and was great fun. We also visited the Great Smokey Mountains and Gatlinburg which was about an hour and half drive. Lastly we rafted the Ocoee River which was also and hour and a half away (lots of fun). Just listed these things to show just a few of the things you can do in this location. The house itself had everything we needed and was very clean. There is a boat dock out back that we used for swimming a couple of times. Tried fishing once but didn't catch anything. Would definitely come back to this location again. Highly recommend.
4.8
The Catch and Relax house in Hiawassee is a beautiful property nestled on the quieter side of Lake Chatuge. The dock is awesome for laying out and fishing. We had a wonderful time at the house and enjoying the awesome yard and the fire pit. Everything we could have ever imagined was in the house. We never once needed a utensil or kitchen item that wasn’t present. We didn’t leave the house the whole weekend because there was so much to enjoy just hanging out at the property. We definitely recommend this house to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway!
4.8
We returned for a second year since we enjoyed it so much last year. All in all we had a good time but there are some noticeable repairs required of the property - blinds don’t work, ceiking fans don’t work and outside lattice work is falling off. The table and umbrella were no longer on the back deck for eating outdoors which was disappointing. There was a deck chair that was broken and was a hazard. The outdoor grill doors were broken. The lily pad float was covered with geese poop, rocks and generally in such poor condition that it should be removed and disposed of. Additionally we had to request that the water be turned on for the outside shower. The owners did fix the dock from the previous year so that is much nicer.
For the price per night, we would expect that everything be in good working order which was not the case. We felt the care of the place had diminished since our last visit
4.8
Beautiful Scenery
The Catch and Relax house in Hiawassee is a beautiful property nestled on the quieter side of Lake Chatuge. The dock is awesome for laying out and fishing. We had a wonderful time at the house and enjoying the awesome yard and the fire pit. Everything we could have ever imagined was in the house. We never once needed a utensil or kitchen item that wasn’t present. We didn’t leave the house the whole weekend because there was so much to enjoy just hanging out at the property. We definitely recommend this house to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway!
4.8
Returned for another year!
We returned for a second year since we enjoyed it so much last year. All in all we had a good time but there are some noticeable repairs required of the property - blinds don’t work, ceiking fans don’t work and outside lattice work is falling off. The table and umbrella were no longer on the back deck for eating outdoors which was disappointing. There was a deck chair that was broken and was a hazard. The outdoor grill doors were broken. The lily pad float was covered with geese poop, rocks and generally in such poor condition that it should be removed and disposed of. Additionally we had to request that the water be turned on for the outside shower. The owners did fix the dock from the previous year so that is much nicer.
For the price per night, we would expect that everything be in good working order which was not the case. We felt the care of the place had diminished since our last visit
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Chatuge Lake?
The average price for a rental in Chatuge Lake is $352 per night. This rental is $110 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Hot tub, fire pit, Private Dock. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Hot tub, fire pit, Private Dock. Enjoy the water!
Is Hot tub, fire pit, Private Dock pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Hot tub, fire pit, Private Dock?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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