Lazy Bear Cottage, a serene retreat near downtown Helen, offers the perfect blend of relaxation and family fun. With 3.2 acres to roam and enjoy wildlife views from the large screened-in covered back deck or soak in the 7-Person hot tub spa also screened-in! Enjoy grilling out off of the main floor front deck with your family in mind we have stocked the kitchen with all your cooking needs.
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Exceptional
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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8250 sq m
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Lazy Bear Cottage | 3BR 3BA Creek Front Retreat | Game Room | Hot Tub | Creek
Lazy Bear Cottage - Animal-Free Home
Come enjoy the lazy lifestyle at Lazy Bear Cottage, only 10-minute drive from downtown Helen! We have your family covered at this extremely private creek front cottage. You have 3.2 acres to roam and enjoy the wildlife as you sit out on the large screened-in covered back deck or soak in the 7-Person hot tub spa also screened-in! With your family in mind we have stocked the kitchen with all your cooking needs and have a Keurig/Drip coffee maker to enjoy a cup of locally roasted coffee from Jumping Goat Coffee Company (Our favorite is the Southern Pecan). Enjoy grilling out off of the main floor front deck and step right into the large family room with a beautiful 8 seater table where everyone can sit and enjoy family time!
The master bedroom is located conveniently on the main floor and boasts a large king bed with ensuite full bathroom. Sliding door onto the screened-in porch to enjoy the sounds of the creek first thing in the morning or slip out with your morning cup of coffee to enjoy nature! Don't worry there is plenty of room for others if you still want to bring them to this wonderful peaceful paradise! In this cabin we have three other guest bedrooms. Upstairs is another King Luxurious Bed with ensuite and Smart TV, downstairs you have a guest bedroom with Queen bed. Downstairs also has a game room with foosball, Smart TV, and a futon bed to sleep another 2 people if desired!
Right off of the game room, you can walk outside to a screed-in and covered patio where your large hot tub awaits! We drain, clean, refill and set to heat for each guest so that you just have to step out and enjoy. You have views of the sprawling hillside and creek that regularly have wildlife to enjoy watching such as deer, squirrels, birds, and the occasional turtle that likes to creep on by!
We created this private creekside cottage so that we could help families share memories together. We have lots of board and card games, a multigame table, and a fun casino-style bar to enjoy laughs through the night in the large living room with a seasonal gas fireplace. You will fall in love with the warmth and comfort you find at Lazy Bear Cottage.
Notes Pets NOT Allowed - This is an Animal-Free Home Minimum Age of Primary Renter 29 Minutes drive to downtown Helen We deliver 3 bundles of firewood for the Fire Pit upon availability for $39.96 plus tax (Monday - Friday Only) This is a Private Cabin located at the end of a maintained gravel driveway easily accessed with a car Seasonally decorated for Christmas, including a Christmas Tree, right after Thanksgiving and taken down right after the New Year's holiday
We provide complimentary essential products to get you started for your stay, such as 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom, 1 roll of paper towels, 2 dishwasher pods, 2 trash bags, 2 laundry pods, 1 bath soap per bathroom, and 1 pack of coffee. Be sure to bring extra of these items and any other items you may need for your stay
Accommodations: Sleeps 8 MAX Bedrooms: 3 Bedroom 1: King on Main Bedroom 2: King on upper level Bedroom 3: Queen on lower level Futon sofa: Queen futon in the lower level game room Baths: 3 Three full baths with shower tub combos in each View: Creek, Water, Wooded, Foothill 3 Floors
Amenities: Free upgraded HIGH SPEED Wi-Fi Internet 170+ mbps! TV on Main: Smart TV Coffee Maker Drip/Keurig Fire pit Microwave Dishwasher Gas Grill, Propane Provided Gas Fireplace (Seasonal October 1-April 15th) Washer/Dryer Kitchenware Linens provided Hot Tub Multi Game Table Foosball Table Bar Roulette Game Table
Activities:
Pool Table Outdoor Fire pit Fishing package available: Trout fishing in our private Blue Creek Trout pond stocked with Rainbow trout. Fishing Season: Spring March 1-June 15 and Fall October - November. Each package includes Access to the trout pond and blue creek area, catch and keep 10 trout max, no catch and release, and bring your own fishing equipment. Add the package at checkout or by calling the office. Explore Blue Creek Gardens / Trails
Location:
Distance from Helen: 6.3 miles (10 Minutes) Distance from Trout Pond: 12 miles (20 Minutes)
Distance to Wedding Venues: Yonah Mountain Vineyards: 9.6 miles (15 min) The Venue at CeNita Vineyards: 11.7 miles (17 min) Meadows at Mossey Creek: 15.8 miles (23 min) Densmore Farm: 16.9 miles (25 min) Willow Creek Farm: 13.4 miles (18 min)
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Near a hospital
On the waterfront
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Water park
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Rules
Pets NOT Allowed - This is an Animal-Free Home
Minimum Age of Primary Renter 29
Non-Smoking Home - Violation Charges will Apply
Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: No Pets allowed $200 minimum fee if evidence found
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Clarkesville, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia and Helen Festhalle are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Romeo and Juliet Indian Mound Tragedy Site and Hardman Farm Historic Site. Travelling with kids? Consider Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park, or check out an event or a game at Ruby C. Fulbright Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and hiking. Visit our Clarkesville travel guide
Is Lazy Bear Cottage | 3BR 3BA Creek Front Retreat | Game Room | Hot Tub | Creek pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Lazy Bear Cottage | 3BR 3BA Creek Front Retreat | Game Room | Hot Tub | Creek?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lazy Bear Cottage | 3BR 3BA Creek Front Retreat | Game Room | Hot Tub | Creek?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lazy Bear Cottage | 3BR 3BA Creek Front Retreat | Game Room | Hot Tub | Creek?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lazy Bear Cottage | 3BR 3BA Creek Front Retreat | Game Room | Hot Tub | Creek located?
This family-friendly Clarkesville cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Chattahoochee River, Sautee Nacoochee Community Center and Folk Pottery Museum of Northeast Georgia. Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Alpine Mini Golf are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Lazy Bear Cottage | 3BR 3BA Creek Front Retreat | Game Room | Hot Tub | Creek Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
The home was beautiful comfortable and clean. Conveniently located and private. The creek was so peaceful
Holli W.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Halie O.
15 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Lazy Bear Cottage
We had the best time at the Lazy Bear Cottage. The cabin was very clean and had every linen we could of needed. I will definitely recommennd this cabin to everyone
Halie O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christine A.
10 Dec 2024
Amazing!
We had an amazing I’m and the cabin was perfect!! We will be booking again at a later date, maybe a little warmer weather. Perfect for all ages.
Christine A.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lucero L.
5 Jun 2024
Perfect !
Had a great time with my family at the lazy bear cottage! Will be back soon!!
Lucero L.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer P.
23 Oct 2024
Cute Cabin
Everything was clean and fully stocked. Fire pit out back was so fun to make s’mores with the kids. Plenty of games and activity tables. Gas fireplace was warm and cozy. I highly recommend staying here.
The cabin was absolutely beautiful, very clean and well stocked. Towels, pots and pans. My family really enjoyed our stay! The back porch is amazing the view and listing to the water from the creek so relaxing
The Thomas family
Robin T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Karrie G.
27 Jan 2024
Convenient Location on a beautiful piece of land
The property is beautiful and convenient to Helen. Management handled any issues quickly. Lots of games available in the cabin for family fun!
Karrie G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer D.
28 Nov 2023
We had a fun and relaxing stay!
We had a fun and relaxing Thanksgiving week at Lazy Bear Cottage! With the chill in the air we enjoyed keeping warm with the fireplace inside and had a fire in the outside fire pit every evening. The cabin had everything needed for our stay. Spent a day in Helen and hiked up to see Ana Ruby Falls another day. Enjoyed our stay and recommend to everyone coming to north Georgia!
Jennifer D.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer M.
12 Jul 2024
Awesome!
The property was just what my family needed. Spacing was great for our crew of 6-8. Kids enjoyed the creek being right at us. Firepit was great for smores! We all loved the hot tub. Property was near all attractions and Helen.
Jennifer M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Debra B.
30 Aug 2024
Perfect Cabin!
This cabin is located in a great location with easy access to Helen and surrounding sights with lots of hiking trails. It is well stocked with pots, pans, dishes, coffee makers, and kitchen utensils. We were fortunate enough to meet the owner who is a super host. He goes beyond to make sure his guests have everything they need. The cabin is clean and well maintained. We do plan to stay here again!
Debra B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Michael L.
23 Apr 2024
The perfect weekend getaway!
I can't say enough good about our stay. The location was great and the cabin had everything we needed. My kids and brother had a blast playing darts,ping pong,pool, and air hockey! The hot tub was perfect for relaxing in the evening. My favorite part was the creek. It was so peaceful. I can't recommend this cabin enough. We will definitely be coming back.
Everything we needed was provided. We also own rental properties so we notice the little things. Plastic kitchen storage bags and the cups were wonderful. Property was clean and full of fun activities and games.
We loved it. The creek was awesome. We thought the stocked pond would be bigger but it was cute. We didn't catch anything but had fun trying. It rained for 2 days so the hot tub was used a lot. We loved the large dining room table.
Jessica G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carmen E.
27 Jan 2024
My family loved our stay and want to return for future visits.
Lazy Bear Cottage provided a cozzy home feeling for my family. There was plenty of room for all. There were both indoor and outdoor activities that were loved by all ages. My 7 year old grandson hasn’t stopped talking about it and wants us to buy it. I recommend that any family like ours, parents, children and grands stay here. It would also work well for a group retreat.
We also enjoyed activities in Helen.
Carmen E.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andrea G.
27 Oct 2023
Wish we had stayed longer!
The cabin was absolutely perfect for our family! The proximity to downtown Helen and the other state parks made it ideal for being able to pop in and out between nap times with the kids. We honestly enjoyed the little town area of Sautee the most, and there was a park just down the road. It was also the most well stocked house we’ve rented, and didn’t even have to use the extra supplies we had packed. Our kids loved having a bonfire each night and running around all the property during the day. It’s the perfect combination of getting away from all the busyness of Helen, but still being close enough to get into town. All of us wish we had made this a longer trip!
Andrea G.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tina F.
2 Aug 2023
Beautiful Space, Great Location
We stayed here with our extended family, our kids, their spouses, and families...we had a party of ten at the cabin.
The space is well stocked, and really comfortable. The 3 adult couples had privacy, and the kids had their own play and sleep space!
We LOVED the upstairs/main level balcony as a regular hangout.
The kids and adults loved playing and sitting in the creek in the back yard, and the firepit was a great place to relax late into the evening.
The property had LOTS of wildlife, we saw an armadillo in the evening near the firepit, a raccoon and deer in the backyard while relaxing in the creek, had an early morning visit from a bear in the front yard, and saw a small herd of deer and a brown owl early one evening when returning from town.
I highly recommend Lazy Bear Cabin, and plan to rent again in the future.
The Location is super convenient too, as it's a short drive to many local tourist places.
Tina F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Adam B.
4 Jul 2024
Very great stay!
The cabin was very nice and had everything you would need and was close to everything! I loved how it had plenty of gaming tables and game options to help entertain during the evenings or downtime. The hot tub was great to soak in after spending a day in town or hiking! The best feature in this rental was the shampoo and bodywash in every shower! Wish that was normal in every rental, made it so nice and easy! Only 10 minutes from helen and close to so many hiking trips and falls. Never seen much wildlife but a bear did get into one of the trashcans one night. Even had it strapped shut but it drug it away and broke it enough to get in. Was cool that one was near at least. Loved the screened in porches on top and bottom, that was a huge addition to this place! Loved sitting out back and watching and listening to the creek flow and never getting ate up by bugs. The only downfall to the place was the 1/2 mile drive off the hwy. About a 1/4 of it was rough and gravel on a steep incline. Made it up every time at least though. That and the 12 drip coffee maker didn't work well. Recommend 10/10
Adam B.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lauren C.
22 Feb 2024
Lazy Bear Cottage
We enjoyed our stay at this rental. It is just about 5-1/2 miles to Helen. The property is beautiful, especially the creek in the back yard. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. The house is well maintained and very clean. Plenty of games. There isn’t a bathroom on the main level in the living room area, so everyone has to use the master bedroom bathroom, or go upstairs to the bedroom-bathroom upstairs. The master bathroom has an automatic light/fan than comes on when you go in. It stays on about 15 minutes, which is annoying when you get up during the night and the light and fan stays on. It also turns off while you are showering and you have to shake the shower curtain to turn it back on. The master bed sinks towards the middle. The road leading to the cabin is gravel, and the hill leading in was quite bumpy and rutty. I’m sure it has to be maintained regularly, and maybe that will be repaired soon. There was plenty of parking for all our family’s vehicles. The hot tub is huge, and everyone really enjoyed it. My grown kids enjoyed the fire pit near the creek. I would definitely recommend this home for a group or large family.