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Rabun Retreat

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Escape to Blue Ridge serenity at this beautifully renovated mountain cottage. Gather by the firepit, unwind in the downstairs sitting area with a wood-burning stove and wet bar, or savor family time around the farmhouse dining table in front of a charming gas fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Rabun Retreat

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 3 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. This accommodation is furnished with dining tables and kitchen islands. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas.

Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: There is a fenced area to the back of the house.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Pack and play and booster seat available.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Rabun Retreat Lakemont
Rabun Retreat Private vacation home
Rabun Retreat Private vacation home Lakemont

About the area

Map
Lakemont, GA

What's nearby

  • Lake Rabun - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Tallulah Gorge State Park - 7 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Minnehaha Falls - 15 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Lake Burton - 18 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Lake Keowee - 54 min drive - 77.7 km

Getting around

  • Toccoa Station - 25 min drive
  • Greenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rusty Bike Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sunday Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Oinkers - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Checkers - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rabun Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Rabun Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rabun Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rabun Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rabun Retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and Lake Rabun. Shortline Trailhead and Tallulah Gorge State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Rabun Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

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Cleanliness

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Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

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

Great place to stay

Location was great and secluded. Friends were getting married at the Barn down the street.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was great overflow for large gathering of families with kids. 2 adults with 6 children stayed happily, and was as described. Toys and piano where great entertainment in the study, view is lovely and space is nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Griffsfarm

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

Lakemont

Me and a friend were in the area for a dog trial. The location was very convenient to the arena. The house was beautifully remodeled with lots of amenities. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barend S.

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

Great stay!

The house and location is awesome! The photos actually don't do it justice. I will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHERYL R., DADE CITY

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

Great Get Away

We enjoyed our stay at this remodeled cabin!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate F.

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

Lovely spot!

Great location and a beautifully kept home. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

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

Wonderful Place

We enjoyed our stay here. Home was adequately furnished with supplies. Location was great. Loved the area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

Great property

We loved our stay. We had some problems getting locked out - completely our fault - and the owners were very helpful. We’d absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Spring Break Getaway

Very Clean property! The family had an amazing time and enjoyed the fishing.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rodney K.

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

Great getaway cabin

We’ve stayed here on 2 occasions and it’s a very quiet and clean . The parking is tight but can accommodate two vehicles which worked for us . We will be staying there again next year . Close to shopping and water falls .. The contact who we talked to About the propane fireplace not working , got someone out the next day and it was repaired , nice to eat breakfast and looking at the fire. She was very friendly and helpful . It was a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodney K.

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

Lakemont rental

Very nice house, we enjoyed our stay.. house was clean and equipped nicely, driveway is tight and steep incline to house, but manageable. We would recommend the place to our family and friends .
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa O.

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

Getaway before grandkids pickup at camp!

Needed a reprieve from the South Georgia heat so we came up to Lake Rabun a couple of days early to pick up the grands from camp. Lake Rabun never lets us down.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi U.

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

Mamas celebration of life

Our 2nd stay here and it was as pleasant as the first time. There will definitely will be a 3rd. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

april W.

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

Awesome Place

Our place was great!! She made sure that we had everything we needed & was very clean. A home away from home. I don't get away often but I hope to go back one day. Thank you for everything you did to make for a great stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Great mountain/lake house

We stayed for a couple nights at Rabun Retreat. The house is very conveniently located and easy for a regular SUV to get to. We spent all day Tallulah Gorge and had a great time. Only thing to be aware of is if you plan to work from the house the internet is a bit spotty and might not support remote work. Otherwise great stay and our whole group loved it. Very newly renovated house and owner was super responsive to all questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mac M.

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

Well equipped!

We loved our stay at this Rabun Retreat! Very spacious for our family of five plus grandparents. The best part was the toys our kids were greeted with! They had things to play with all weekend. Updated bathrooms and kitchen. The furniture could use an update and WIFI was very spotty but otherwise we didn’t want for anything the whole weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin B., Atlanta, GA

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

Awesome for a family

The place was spacious and had all kinds of things to entertain our family. The den with all the toys and the TV was awesome! Tons of extra blankets, soap, etc., and also plenty of cookware in the kitchen. The wi-fi was pretty spotty, it went in and out (it's phone line DSL), but getting on the internet wasn't the point of our vacation. The place is right near Rabun lake, and we went hiking in Tallulah gorge, and at two nearby waterfalls (Angel and Minnehaha). Hillside Orchard Farm was right up the road too. Overall a great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie G.

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

Perfect in every way

Our trip to Lakemont exceeded our expectations. Cindy was a great host and the house was perfect for our family and dog. The house is very spacious including a cozy Den and beautiful master suite downstairs. Two spacious bedrooms upstairs share a beautiful bathroom with wonderful soaking tub. The kitchen / dinning room area feel like a picture from Southern Living. All new appliances and beautiful design. Tons of natural light and a cozy gas fireplace. Family room was the hangout for the boys all week. The house is short drive from 441/23 yet very tucked away in the forest. We had the street to ourselves which was great for dog walks and relaxing. Several waterfalls and trails very close by to explore. Clayton, Sky Valley and Highlands were a close drive as well. We were a family of 6 along with our dog and had plenty of space. We highly recommend this property. Thank you Cindy for a Christmas we will not forget. Cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

benjawan b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Good property but WiFi is not reliable

The property is well maintained and clean. Good for family relaxations. There are a couple review mention that the wifi is the issue. so I have contacted the host to check and inform her/him that I will be working remotely during my stay for a week and need reliable internet. The host confirm that there is no issue. Just to find out after the arrival that I couldn't use the wifi to work there for the whole 3 days and have to submit urgent PTO. My husband also missed a video call for job interview. The TV also lost connection several times. My son have a hard time with the TV. I reached out to the host. The host refunded a little money for the inconvenience . And later on we got additional charge for fee for extra cleaning because of a dog paw print on sheet. I have been travel and stay at many rental places with pets, I had paid extra for pet to stay but I have not get extra charge for cleaning due to pets because we usually make sure that our pest do not mess up things. I personally not going to stay at this place again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos R.

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

A wonderful getaway

Our family had an amazing time at this property. It was a great experience getting away from the craziness of city life and getting to enjoy the beauty of nature all around us and the beauty of the small town.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Penny L C.

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

Wonderful All Around

The Lodge was beautiful, clean, and perfectly located for everything we wanted to do, close to town while maintaining the feel of a secluded cabin. The master bathroom was luxury, the open kitchen was a favorite gathering place, and the fireplace upstairs was perfect for morning coffee. Something to add, the water pressure was fantastic, and the hot water was hot. The tips and directions Cindy provided were very helpful, and she had the Lodge stocked with everything we needed. There was so much to see and do, every day was a new place to discover. It was a wonderful two weeks and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hannah M.

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

Great Property!

This property was great for our stay. Plently of space for 6 adults and 1 dog. The fenced in area for the dog was too wooded for us to use and was steeper than anticipated but we enjoyed walks close to the house and the many close trails. Great proximity to the lake as well as Tallulah Gorge and Clayton restaurants and vineyards! Would recommend this house for future guests!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda H.

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

Perfect Mountain Retreat

Beautiful kitchen with everything we needed. Modern bathrooms. Plenty of space for working, resting, reading, entertaining. Great amenities, gas grill on the deck, and separate laundry area. Close to Tallulah Falls and Clayton and a short walk to Lake Rabun. Beautiful area. Master bed is very firm and pillows rather flat and part of the couch sags. Check in and check out easy. We booked last minute and were very, very pleased with the accommodations and ease of reaching the owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tim H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice place but not as clean as we would have liked

The house was very nice and we found everything as advertised. The area is beautiful and although the house is very close to the lake it feels very secluded as it's set back in the woods away from all the other houses. My only complaint was in regards to cleanliness. The kitchen and most surfaces were clean, but there was pet hair all over the place. The king bed had clean sheets, but we had to wash all the other bed sheets as they had hair in them and did not look clean. Also, there were multiple pieces of furniture that if we sat in them our clothes would be covered in pet hair when we got up. The owner was responsive and provided all the details we needed up front. Would have rated 5 stars except for the cleanliness/pet hair.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

North Georgia haven

We had an extended stay in this fantastic house while we moved across the country. We were able to relax comfortably at the house on lazy or rainy days, and use it as the perfect launch point for all our North Georgia adventures. The hosts have worked hard to make it really feel like a home away from home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2022