On lake.At this Ellijay cabin, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and 6 miles (10 km) of Ellijay River Vineyards. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Sugar Creek Raceway and Tabor House & Civil War Museum.
Tabor House & Civil War Museum - 16 min drive - 10.6 miles
Ellijay Marketplace - 17 min drive - 11.0 miles
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 19 min drive - 13.1 miles
Getting around
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 98 min drive
Restaurants
Pink Pig - 15 min drive
L & A Corner - 16 min drive
Ellijay River Vineyards - 10 min drive
Big Momma's - 15 min drive
Mountain House Restaurant - 13 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
The Blissful Bear Cabin
EASY WINTER ACCESS!! Enjoy this cozy cabin with two master suites, a screened porch overlooking the tranquil sounds of rushing waters. Relax by the outside fireplace as nature surrounds you or sit by the creek side firepit as you roast marshmallows. Seasonal mountain views combined with rushing waters draws you outside as stress washes away. Inside, smell the coffee percolating at your own coffee bar or just spend the day wrapped in luxury bedding. Feeling adventurous, spend the day on the nearby lake fishing or kayaking or take a hike on the trail that runs right by the cabin. Twelve wineries nearby as well as many restaurants to satisfy your taste buds. Conveniently located halfway between Ellijay and Blue Ridge, you will have plenty to do. Sipping your favorite beverage with your friends or family by the fire immersed in the sounds of rushing waters may all you ever need. Easily accessible for any car or truck with paved roads.
To make your time at The Blissful Bear even more blissful and hassle free we provide delivery service. If you would like to have your groceries waiting for you when you arrive, or if you are celebrating a special event and would like a specific item to be waiting for you, or any special request, we have you covered!!
Please max the number of pets to two beginning with reservations after 1-2-2022.
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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water-efficient showers
Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24
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
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: No cats please.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
We should mention
To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.
Property is also known as
Taste The Mountains
The Blissful Bear Cabin Cabin
The Blissful Bear Cabin Ellijay
The Blissful Bear Cabin Cabin Ellijay
Frequently asked questions
How close is The Blissful Bear Cabin to the airport?
This cabin is 85.7 mi (98-min drive) away from the Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does The Blissful Bear Cabin have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.
Does The Blissful Bear Cabin offer free breakfast?
This cabin does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at The Blissful Bear Cabin ?
No, there is no casino at this cabin.
What time is check-in at The Blissful Bear Cabin ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at The Blissful Bear Cabin ?
Free parking is not available at this cabin.
Does The Blissful Bear Cabin have a pool?
This cabin does not have a pool.
Does The Blissful Bear Cabin have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cabin.
How close is The Blissful Bear Cabin to downtown Ellijay?
This cabin is 6.8 mi away from Ellijay.
The Blissful Bear Cabin Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
L. L., Lakeland, usa
Jun 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Blissful peace in the woods
This cabin felt like home. The feeling you will get just rocking in the chairs or sitting outside listening to the creek and birds will immediately melt the stress away. The area is beautiful and well maintained. Would recommend 100%Basic essentials well stocked, coffee bar, games and room to relax just a few unexpected bonuses.
L. L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Renee L.
Jun 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This cabin is absolutely beautiful with every amenity you can imagine plus more. The sound of the rushing stream at the foot of the hill by the firepit was so relaxing and having our morning coffee in the treehouse was too. I wish it was colder so we could have had a fire out there. We plan to return next year. Many thanks to our host for such a relaxing vacation.
Renee L.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Carl A.
Jun 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
PERFECTION!!!!!!!
Immaculate ! Thoughtfully prepared providing every detsol and more. Two wood burning fireplaces made for wonderful evenings. A coffee bar stocked with coffees, hot chocolate. Teas, coffee flavorings,and acsmores kit… every detail Great Communication and fantastic hosts. I could go on for pages. MY WIFE AND I WILL BE BACK!
Carl A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jamie S.
May 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
Cabin was clean with extra touches of hospitality and easy communication with host. We weren't able to enjoy the tree house much due to recent pollen season and lights were not working in that area during the evening, but nonetheless we had a great stay and would consider another stay in the future!
Jamie S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christie M.
May 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Blissful time at Blissful Besr
Peaceful and beautiful! Host provided lots of thoughtful touches!
Christie M.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alison C.
May 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Blissful Getaway
The Blissful Bear is full of modernized log cabin charm and provided the peaceful calm we were seeking. The treehouse fireplace and the screened in porch were perfect for enjoying the soothing sounds of the rushing creek, the variety of birds, and a rainstorm. The owners have thought of every last detail to make your stay comfortable and memorable. Definitely planning to stay here again!
Alison C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joel S.
May 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
An amazing property. One of the best out there.
Joel S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike Z.
May 1, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Wonderful property and location, renter has a very exceptional eye for detail when it comes to making guest feel welcome.
Mike Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy E.
Mar 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Blissful Bear Blissful Honeymoon
As very active, well traveled 60 year olds wanting to "check out" and relax, this was so perfect! Coffee on the screened in porch and by the fireside in the tree house throughout the day was perfect. The soothing sounds of the creek and easy hike from the property to the lake were fun. Walking in the sparsely populated neighborhood yielded beautiful woods and some mountain views. Lots of nearby towns to explore - including the Big Food museum for bragging rights to grand kids. We hope to go back! (Linens, towels, kitchen, etc. were nice.)
Amy E.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Christina C.
Mar 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place
Owners went above and beyond to make sure our stay was amazing. From family games to full coffee bar and smores. We took advantage of all the amenities and recommendations. Communications with host was above and beyond. So friendly and welcoming. I cannot express alour gratitude for you and this amazing place. Thank you for the memories amd the experience. We will be back. God bles you.
Christina C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly W.
Mar 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cabin
We enjoyed our stay; the cabin was lovely and well stocked. Loved the outside fireplace, could have stayed out there all day. Will definitely book this cabin when I can stay longer.
Kimberly W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amanda M., foley
Mar 3, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
So peaceful…
The Blissful Bear Cabin definitely lives up to its name. It’s exactly like the description and better. The details are amazing. You’ll absolutely love it! We could not have a better vacay!
Amanda M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kevin M.
Feb 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
10 stars!
If we could give 10 stars we would! Peaceful, clean, very well stocked! The covered detached porch with fireplace is a highlight of this wonderful property.we can't recommend it highly enough!
Kevin M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy H.
Feb 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful little getaway!
We travel to the Blueridge area at least once a year, each time staying in a different cabin. I must say, this has been by far our favorite cabin. The property it self was beautiful, nestled in the trees with the sound of the water rushing in the creek below. The cabin was very cozy with everything you need and then some. The coffee bar was a nice surprise, and the gift bag with smore ingredients was yummy. I can't say enough about the treehouse fireplace area, we drank coffee there in the morning and sipped wine there at night. The cabin is located very close to historic downtown area of Ellijay where we ate delicious food, our favorite restaurant was The Roof. We also visited Roos Winery, which I would also highly recommend. Thank you to the owners for sharing your beautiful cabin and making our little getaway very special.
Amy H.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wade Z.
Jan 29, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Snowed in!
It snowed…in Ga…the weekend we stayed. But it was perfect!! The owner himself was in constant contact with us to make sure we felt safe and was genuinely concerned about our safety above everything else. This place was absolutely perfect! The cabin is gorgeous, very well maintained, very clean, and I can’t recommend it enough! We will definitely be back!!
Wade Z.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jordann W.
Jan 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and Relaxing
The Blissful Bear cabin was in a great location near Blue Ridge and a host of small towns with great dining, national parks with hiking, creeks and wildlife. We enjoyed the outdoor fireplace every single day and the ability to sit outside and watch the creek flow by. The cabin inside was comfortable, well stocked, and had nearly everything we needed. Our hosts were very communicative and helpful during my first VRBO rental. We typically do not repeat trips so that we can explore new areas, but we will 100% stay at The Blissful Bear cabin again.
Jordann W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie J.
Dec 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded Expectations!!
Where do I start?! Our Host, Ed was top notch and very pleasant to deal with. Very helpful with suggestions and information on the area/very quick to respond. The cabin was immaculate, a special touch in every spot. Perfectly decorated for Christmas, inside and out. Just what we were looking for my Husband and I, Daughter and Son-in-Law with our 2 year old Grandbaby. It was cozy and perfect open floor plan, as we loved cooking and enjoying each other without all being crunched in kitchen. The bedrooms being on each side of cabin with living room in center gave us just the right amount of privacy. The Tree House with fireplace and couches is priceless, as you can cozy up in front of the fireplace in a throw blanket (which the cabin had many) while listening to the flowing creek below. Enjoyed morning coffee on the swing bench overlooking the beautiful back yard. The fire Pit next to the creek was a plus as well. Oh, and the Coffee Bar was a treat! I could go on and on...The only down side is it would be nice to have king beds in both rooms. My Husband and I are firm mattress sleepers and the smaller room had a mattress topper that was way too soft and had a worn spot on one side that made you feel like you were in a hole which made my neck and his back act up. We realized the night before we left, that it wasn't connected to mattress and all we had to do was take it off and it was fine. Would highly recommend this perfect little cabin nestled in nice neighborhood, loved it!
Stephanie J.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dennis D.
Dec 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Getaway
Our stay at The Blissful Bear was one of the Top 5 vacation experiences we have ever had. The cabin was beautifully decorated for Christmas, and our stay was filled with great memories. Edward and his wife have truly provided a beautiful “Home Away From Home” for someone looking for a peaceful oasis in the North Georgia mountains.
Dennis D.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jina B., Pinson, USA
Nov 8, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderland
We were so totally impressed with Blissful Bear. Easy to get to but nicely secluded. The amenities provided by the host are the best I’ve seen anywhere, from bathroom supplies and products to kitchen cooking supplies, a super impressive coffee bar with so many choices, a thoughtful bag of s’mores ingredients, and firewood! Bedding is very comfortable. The treehouse with a beautiful fire place is a favorite day or night. The totally screened in deck is great for morning coffee with beautiful treed landscape and the ever present sound of the babbling brook! Then there is the fire pit so nicely constructed on a platform. Never got to the hammock, but there’s another choice for some R and R. The fall decorations throughout are a nice touch, more evidence of the thoughtful host(s) who, by the way, were so readily responsive to any question we had. Can’t say enough about this wonderful getaway, except that we have already scheduled our trip back for next year, and for a longer time! Thank you for exceeding our already high expectations!
Jina B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beth K., Starke, Florida
Oct 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The Blissful Bear is….blissful!
My husband and I enjoyed staying in your beautiful home in North Georgia very much! It was relaxing and peaceful.
The weather turned cool during our stay, and we enjoyed those nightly fires in the fireplace! Leaves are changing, everyday more color showed. I didn’t know leaf peeping was so much fun!
Loved Engelheim Vineyard, and the Cajun Depot Grill was our fave!
Thanks for sharing your little bit of Heaven in the mountains with us. We will be back!
Beth K.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Allison D.
Sep 15, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Mountain Retreat
Property was lovely. Clean. Nature at her finest. Perfect mountain retreat
Allison D.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Scott K.
Sep 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway
The Blissful Bear is the perfect place to stay whether youre looking for a weekend getaway or longer. Perfectly situated between Elijay and Blue Ridge there is always something to explore. My wife and I loved the s'mores welcome gift, the fall decor, and quiet sounds of the creek. Hiking was easy to get to because the cabin was located right off the main roads. We also enjoyed a paved, easy access to the cabin. We will definitely be back soon!
Scott K.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Aug 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very relaxing
We loved our stay at the Blissful Bear! The kitchen was stocked with anything you could hope for and the coffee bar was next level! The treehouse porch was our kids favorite thing. Communication with Ed was a snap. We lost internet for a couple hours due to storms, but Ed quickly helped walk us through resetting the modem and all was good again.
Verified traveler
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ken P.
Aug 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A Gem for sure!
My wife and i booked this cabin simply because of the look/feel of the property. We spent most of our days searching and visiting many properties in GA and NC. When at the cabin, we spent a lot of time in the Gazebo. What a great assist to the property this is. Wherever i decide to call home i will have something similar for sure!
Only warning to future guests is parking. There is room for parking but is difficult with a full size crew cab Silverado.
Would stay again for sure.
Ken P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Todd L.
Aug 5, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cabin
We loved the cabin and the host was very responsive! Unfortunately we had to cut our visit short due to some in climate weather, resulting in bad wifi and cell reception. The host was VERY understanding and we will be back!