Alder Lodge: Mountain Retreat for Families & Friends w/ Sauna, Fire Pit & Views

Spacious and family-friendly, Alder Lodge is a European- Inspired mountain retreat just 10 minutes from downtown Ellijay. Designed for families, friends, and remote workers, this modern cabin offers 2 King Suites, 2 Full Suites, and a Queen pull-out—perfect for larger groups. Enjoy a private sauna, game room, cozy projector lounge, fire pit, fast WiFi, a fully equipped remote workspace, and a mountain-view deck ideal for morning coffee or evening stargazing.

★ KEY HIGHLIGHTS ★
• Scandinavian-Inspired Sauna
• Expansive Mountain Views
• Propane Grill & Look-Out Mountain Bar
• Game Room featuring Projector, arcade and classic board games
• Wood burning fireplace
• Gourmet Coffee Bar featuring locally roasted Cress Creek coffee, Nespresso, French Press, pour-over, stovetop espresso, & drip
• Fire-pit with s'mores sticks and firewood provided
• Rocking Chairs with mountain views
• Mountain-View Workspace featuring a monitor, keyboard, & printer for remote work
• Fully Stocked Kitchen including stove, oven, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, and all the cookware and utensils you need
• Basement Bar equipped with wine, cocktail glasses and barware
• Laundry Machines making longer stays convenient
• Two King Suites perfect for families or couples traveling together
• Family-Friendly Features including baby gates, outlet covers and a rocking chair
• Bathrooms with Essentials including luxe towels, blow dryer, shampoo, conditioner, & body wash
• Comforts Throughout including fast Wi-Fi, Sonos speakers, Smart TVs, Nest thermostat, and filtered drinking water
• Self Check-In with easy, secure keyless entry
• Backup Generator granting peace of mind during unexpected power outages

★ 10 minutes to DT Ellijay
★ 4 minutes to Roo Mountain Vineyards
★ 3 minutes to Ellijay Mushrooms
★ 10 minutes to Cress Creek Farms
★ 30 minutes to DT Blue Ridge

Welcome to Alder Lodge—where time slows down, mornings smell like pine, and there’s finally space for the folks you love to simply be. Tucked away on a private wooded ridge just 10 minutes from downtown Ellijay and a short drive to Blue Ridge, vineyards, and local farm stores, Alder Lodge offers convenient seclusion.

Inspired by European country lodges and grounded in Scandinavian simplicity, it blends rustic charm with thoughtful comfort. Alder Lodge was crafted to help guests disconnect from the noise and reconnect with what matters most—through shared meals, quiet moments, and time in nature. With space to gather and a peaceful setting for remote work, Alder Lodge is an experience in itself.

★ Step Inside: Feel the Story Begin
From the moment you arrive, Alder Lodge wraps you in warmth. The red farmhouse kitchen nods to the builder’s Ohio roots and owner’s Tuscan travels, inviting you to gather, cook, and linger over shared meals. A fully stocked coffee bar awaits—with Nespresso, French press, stovetop espresso, pour-over, classic drip, and locally roasted beans ready to brew.

★ Reset in the Indoor Sauna
Rooted in Scandinavian tradition, the indoor cedar sauna offers a quiet ritual—perfect after a mountain hike or before a slow morning. And just steps away? A refreshing shower to complete the reset.

★ Designed for Connection—And Stillness
Whether you’re playing arcade games in the game room, snuggling up for a movie on the projector screen, or logging in from the mountain-view desk in the loft, every space is crafted for ease, rest, and connection.

★ Breathe In the Outdoors
Step onto the expansive deck and you’ll find handcrafted touches: a lookout bar with panoramic views, a propane grill for open-air dinners, and rocking chairs on the back porch perfect for morning coffee or evening wine. Follow the path to the firepit, where Adirondack chairs and s’mores sticks await under the stars.

★ More Than a Stay—A Space to Simply Be
Every corner of Alder Lodge holds meaning: handwritten notes, curated art, and keepsakes from around the world. This is the kind of place where kids fall asleep mid-story, laughter echoes through the trees, and time stretches just a little softer.

The owners’ favorite places have always been the ones that made them feel truly welcome—not like renters, but like guests. This is that kind of place- where time slows down and memories are made!

Sleeping Arrangements: Sleeps 10
-Bedroom 1 (Main Level): King bed + ensuite bathroom
-Bedroom 2 (Upper Level): Full bed
-Bedroom 3 (Upper Level): Full bed
-Bedroom 4 (Lower Level): King bed + bathroom + sauna
-Loft: Queen-size sleeper sofa + desk with a monitor + mountain view

Bathrooms (3 Total):
-Main Level (Ensuite): Claw-foot tub (no shower)
-Upper Level (Loft): Shower & tub combination
-Lower Level (Basement): Shower + sauna

*Baby-safe features include outlet covers and baby gates

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