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Activities for your stay
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B.J. Reece Orchards
B.J. Reece Orchards is a family-owned and operated peach, nectarine and Asian pear orchard, as well as a U-Pick apple orchard during September and October. Tucked away in the North Georgia Mountains, the scenery is breathtaking. They offer hayrides/farm tours, petting farms, pony rides, apple cannons, corn maze , U-pick pumpkins and viewing of exotic animals. Come ready to eat some delicious, made from scratch bakery items like their world famous fried apple pies.
25 Minutes Away
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Mercier Orchards
Mercier Orchards is a family & veteran-owned and operated apple orchard now in its 4th generation. Started back in 1943 by Bill & Adele Mercier, Mercier Orchards is now celebrating 80 years of fruitful harvest! The combination of U-PICK events, Bakery & Market Cafe, Market Store, and Farm Winery makes Mercier a great choice for a day trip by yourself or with the family. Spend the day experiencing what makes them unique from their products to their store, you’ll get the classic north Georgia apple experience while you’re there.
35 Minutes Away
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Roo Mountain Vineyards
Nestled just four miles from historic Downtown Ellijay with breathtaking, pristine views of the Blue Ridge foothills, Roo Mountain Vineyards is your destination for comfortable luxury. Taste and savor a curated selection of wines and hard ciders, fresh from the vineyard and made by their own team of experienced winemakers as you explore the winery, tasting room, rooftop garden bar and more. Once you’ve found the glass you love, there’s nothing left to do but sit back, take in the mountain views and enjoy.
25 Minutes Away
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Ott Farms & Vineyard
Ott Vineyards and Winery is located on 20 acres with one of North Georgia's most beautiful mountain views at 180 degrees. Ott has cultivated 12+ acres of French-American hybrids and Vinifera grapes including: Seyval Blac, Traminette, Vidal Blanc, Chambourcin, Lenoire and Cabernet Franc. Family owned and operated, you will often see owners, Michael and Lee, both in the vines and in the tasting room.
25 Minutes Away
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Cress Creeks Farm
Farmer's General Store, Fresh Meats, Year-round events, and rustic barn weddings are found on the grounds of Cress Creeks Farm, just past their hillside vineyard! Be sure to stop in for their annual fall season corn maze through our eight-acre fields. A classic wholesome family experience with fun to be had by all. Their on-site farm produces fresh delicate lamb cuts and seasonal vegetables all raised on sight and sold only through our storefront. Be sure to stop in for your favorite items like their Okra chips, professional pastries, and other home-made goodies!
25 Minutes Away
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Carter’s Lake
Connected to the river just behind our property, Carters Lake embraces a spectacular tract of foothills scenery in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Northwest Georgia. Its sparkling waters and rugged shoreline provide a beautiful surrounding for a variety of recreational opportunities, which include camping, fishing, picnicking, boating, hiking and bird watching. Carters Lake has 3,200 surface acres and is more than 450 feet deep. The lake is named after Farrish Carter, who owned property nearby in the 1800s.
20 Minutes Away
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Cartecay River Loop Trail
Experience this 3.4-mile loop trail near Ellijay, Georgia. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 1 h 25 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash.
24 Minutes Away
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Amicalola Falls
Northeast of Dawsonville, Georgia, on the cusp of the North Georgia Mountains, sits Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge. A nature lover’s wonderland, it’s only 8 miles from the Appalachian Trail and within the Chattahoochee National Forest. The park is named after its most treasured feature, Amicalola Falls – a magnificent 729-foot waterfall that’s the third-highest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River.
40 Minutes Away
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Downtown Ellijay
Ellijay is an outdoor lover’s wonderland. Go hiking and mountain biking on area trails, pick up seasonal produce at local orchards and farms, relax at a local winery, play golf, or… head downtown for shopping and dining at some hidden gems. Here’s a short list of our favorites:
Ellijay Wood Fired Pizza — delicious Neapolitan style pizza
The Shack — unusually good ramen and other Asian fusion faire
The Roof — rooftop views and solid southern cuisine
The Butcher & Bottle — Ellijay’s best steakhouse
The Gumdrop Fun Shop — nostalgic candy, toys, and game shop
Das Kaffee Haus — charming spot for an espresso and pastry
17 Minutes Away
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Groceries + Supplies
The beauty of R.House is the balance of a quiet remote location with all your basic needs within 15-20 minutes of you. Here is a list of the frequent stops worth making if you want to stock up on food or forget an essential.
Ingles Market — an extremely well-stocked grocery store with everything you need to stay in, cook your meals, or enjoy artisanal treats by the fire.
Walmart — because it’s not a vacation unless you stop at Walmart.
Walgreens — toiletries, over the counter medicine, snacks, etc.
Lowes — for every dad who finds a reason to buy tools on vacation.
15-20 Minutes Away
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High Mountain Bread
In our humble opinion, this is Ellijay’s finest bakery! High Mountain Bread specializes in sourdough, European pastries, and artisanal sandwiches. Located off Highway 5 North in the Highland Crossings Shopping Plaza, next to Lowes, you’ll find a charming minimalist interior, with 1-2 tables, and the smell of fresh baked goods immediately greeting you as you walk in the door. Try the chocolate almond croissant or the savory Italian sandwich–you can’t go wrong!
17 Minutes Away