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THE LODGE ON CARTECAY

A RIVERFRONT RETREAT WHERE THE WATER SETS THE PACE

THE COMFORT COLLECTIVE

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Welcome to The Lodge on Cartecay, a peaceful riverfront home set along the banks of the Cartecay River in Ellijay, Georgia. With river views from every bedroom and the sound of moving water carrying through the home, this is the kind of place where the pace changes the moment you arrive.

Designed for groups who want space to gather and room to breathe, the lodge offers multiple levels of living, a well-equipped kitchen, a game room, and layered outdoor spaces that bring you as close to the river as you want to be.

THE LODGE ON CARTECAY

Comfortable Living Spaces

The main level living area is warm and unhurried, centered around a wood-burning fireplace and comfortable seating with direct access to the deck. Open the screen doors and the sound of the Cartecay comes right in. It’s an easy place to land at the end of a full day.

The kitchen and dining area flow naturally from the living space, keeping everyone connected whether someone’s cooking or just passing through. The dining table seats eight with a view of the river just beyond the windows, and a breakfast bar adds three more seats for morning coffee and casual meals.

• Wood-burning fireplace

• Streaming TV with deck access

• Fully equipped kitchen

• Dining table for 8 with river views

• Breakfast bar seating for 3 The Lodge on Cartecay

Stay In and Play

When the day calls for something more low-key, the lower level delivers. The entertainment room is set up for long evenings in, with comfortable seating, a streaming TV, a mini pool table, and an 8-in-1 multiplayer arcade table that tends to keep everyone around a little longer.

A dry bar with an ice machine, mini fridge, and coffee maker means guests can stay settled in without heading back upstairs. The loft adds a quieter landing spot with a sofa, accent chair, and coffee table for anyone who wants to step away from the action. Guests can enjoy:

• Entertainment room with sofa seating and streaming TV

• Mini pool table

• 8-in-1 multiplayer arcade table

• Gaming stick

• Dry bar with ice machine, mini fridge, and coffee maker

• Loft with sofa seating and accent chair

Private Retreats on Every Level

The Lodge on Cartecay sleeps ten across five bedrooms, each with its own character and river views that make waking up here feel like a genuine reward.

The entry-level king suite is the standout, with deck access, a walk-in closet, and a private bathroom featuring a double vanity, soaking tub, and rock wall shower. Upstairs, a full bedroom and a twin bedroom each open to their own private balcony with Adirondack rockers and views of the surrounding trees and water. On the lower level, a queen bedroom and a full bedroom both offer deck access and that same steady presence of the river just below.

• Entry-level king suite with deck access, walk-in closet, soaking tub, and rock wall shower

• Upper-level full bedroom with private balcony and Adirondack rockers

• Upper-level twin bedroom with two twin beds, private balcony, and seating area

• Lower-level queen bedroom with deck access

• Lower-level full bedroom with deck access

Outdoor Living

The river is the reason, and the outdoor spaces here are built around it. Multiple decks step down from the main level to the water’s edge, giving guests plenty of places to settle in depending on the time of day and the mood. Guests can enjoy:

• Screened-in and open deck with rocking chairs and outdoor dining for 7

• Gas grill on the entry-level deck

• Lower-level deck with additional seating

• Charcoal grill

• Riverside fire pit with Adirondack seating

• Direct access to the Cartecay River

Whether the plan is a morning cup of coffee on the screened deck or a late evening at the fire pit listening to the water, this property makes it easy to be outside and in no hurry to go back in.

Life on the Cartecay

The Lodge sits along the Cartecay River, one of the quieter and more scenic waterways in North Georgia. Fed by mountain streams and flowing through the wooded hills of Gilmer County, the Cartecay is well regarded among fly fishing enthusiasts and offers easy access for wading, floating, and simply sitting beside the water.

The surrounding area rewards those who want to explore. Ellijay, Georgia’s self-described Apple Capital, is a short drive away, with local orchards, farm stands, wineries, and a walkable downtown that feels genuinely unhurried. For outdoor recreation, the Chattahoochee National Forest is nearby, offering hiking trails, waterfalls, and miles of mountain terrain.

Whether guests spend their days on the river or in town, the lodge makes a natural base for either.

Life on the Cartecay

AROUND THE MOUNTAINS

THIS SPRING

MARCH 27-APRIL 25

Trout Fishing Derby

Anglers can fish for specially tagged trout. Chance to win prizes like gear, guide trips, and cash.

APRIL 24 | 5-7PM

Catch It! On Film

A unique evening event featuring a curated lineup of short films, dinner, drinks, and live auction.

Catch It! On Film

APRIL 25 | 6:30-8:30PM

Trout Trot 5k

Scenic 3.1-mile run that follows the Toccoa River in McCaysville.

Trout Trot

APRIL 25 | 10AM-6PM

Troutfest

A weekend centered around fishing, conservation, and mountain life with 130+ local vendors

For a limited time, enjoy 15% OFF a 2+ night stay on select cabins from April 23–27.

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Troutfest

Trout Fishing Derby

Stay Longer This Spring Break!

Stretch your Spring Break getaway a little longer with a free night on us! Book 3 Nights and enjoy 1-night FREE stays in March & April 2026. (Valid on 4 Night Stay)

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