š A TRUE Farm experience! Come stay on our active sheep farm in the Blue Ridge mountains. If you are looking for a unique stay, our mountain valley farm is sure to please. Our three king bedrooms and two full baths house is perched on top of a rolling hill, with long valley viewās overlooking our sheep farm!
The Farm and farmhouse are located on our 14 acres where you will be immersed in adorable lambs, grapevines, babbling creeks and long valley views. All with the stunning Blue Ridge mountain views as your backdrop. We just added a nice fenced back yard for you to let your youngsters or pet off leash so they can enjoy some outdoor free time. They too will get to meet new friends along a shared fence line!
Onsite small grape vineyard, over one hundred+ head of sheep, egg laying hens, ducks, turkeys, all produce fresh products daily and are available through our retail farm store at the road front. Bring the family for a hands-on farm experience and tour with your stay. Only 4 miles from downtown Ellijay and 6 miles from Blue Ridge. Where hiking, wineries, apple orchards, and train rides await. Be prepared to make new animal friends during your stay. Our friendly sheep will await you in the āmeet the sheepā coral next to the farm store.
Enjoy looking out of the master bedroom windows and counting sheep before you go to sleep. Wake up to the rooster crowing as you make your way to the on-site farm store for fresh eggs, pastries, and dairy. All just on site from your door. In the fall, we host an annual corn maze, and tractor hayride you can enjoy. Food trucks and fun games are open on the weekends during our events on the grounds.
Seasonally there is always something growing to enjoy. Pumpkins grow next to the three creeks that run through the farm as well as sunflowers and wildflowers!
Our family of three will be present daily, as we work the 100 head of sheep š in the valley and can be seen at a distance out your back door as we tend the fields. This includes our 8-acre corn maze we put on in the fall season. You will be welcomed to visit with the animals and tour the grounds where we have three converging creeks, grape vineyard, rustic barns, and modern farm facilities. (Good boots are suggested.) you will meet Tom the turkey and his family, fluffy rams and baby lambs!
We also operate a local market onsite where you will be able to pop in for fresh baked treats and unbelievable meats along with other curated local goods. Our store is open daily from 10am - 5pm. (Closed on Mondays)
Other offsite but local attractions available for you:
Horseback riding, zip-line through the mountain trees ā°, daily train rides š to see fall foliage, river tubing, hiking trails, world-renowned trout fishing š£, mountain biking šµ , or just a stroll to a waterfall š²; Blue Ridge and the Ellijay's offer adventure and relaxation everyone will love! Our cabin is just a few miles from everyone's favorite apple picking spots and farms like Mercier's Orchard, and 2 minutes from trailheads. The Appalachian Trail is a short drive away if you want a grand challenge.
OPTIONS OUTSIDE: Chattahoochee National Forest (surrounding), Fightingtown Creek (2.0 miles), Lake Blue Ridge (13.0 miles), Lake Blue Ridge Marina (13.3 miles), Blue Ridge Lake Recreation Area (14.3 miles), Morganton Point Recreation Area (16.8 miles), Aska Trails (17.6 miles), Falls Branch Falls (19.4 miles), Nottely Reservoir Trail (26.9 miles), Appalachian Trail Southern Terminus (39.3 miles), DeSoto Falls (49.5 miles)
FAMILY FUN: Expedition: Bigfoot! The Sasquatch Museum (6.8 miles), Blue Ridge Adventure Park (9.9 miles), Blue Ridge Scenic Railway (10.3 miles), Escape Blue Ridge (10.7 miles), Rich Mountain WMA - Cartecay Tract Archery Range (17.9 miles), A Step Above Stables (33.5 miles), Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino (39.2 miles)
ORCHARDS: Mercier Orchards (10.2 miles), Red Apple Barn (17.7 miles), Panorama Orchards & Farm Market (18.8 miles)
GRAB A DRINK: Bear Claw Vineyards & Winery, Inc. (7.8 miles), Grumpy Old Men Brewing (9.6 miles), Fannin Brewing Company (10.8 miles), Copperhill Brewery, TN (13.7 miles), Serenberry Vineyards (21.1 miles), Fainting Goat Winery (37.5 miles)
AIRPORTS: Chattanooga Airport (76.3 miles), Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (101 miles)
ADDITIONAL GUESTS
Our base price is for two guests with the ability to serve up to six for a very reasonable additional cost. It is only $25 for each additional guest per night should be reflected in your total quote. Be sure to select your guest count and pet in the search options. We price our property to be most affordable this way for all party sizes, big and small while accounting for additional wear, amenity usage, linens, and cleaning required.
GUESTS MAKING RESERVATION AND ALL GUESTS AT PROPERTY MUST BE AT LEAST 24 YEARS OLD OR OLDER, except for those who are in the presence of their parent(s) or legal guardian(s.) By submitting your reservation you are confirming that you are 24 years of age or older and that all of the guests are either at least 24 years of age or any who are under 24 are with their parent(s) or legal guardian(s.)
š If you are traveling with a pet: We do allow one DOG under 40lbs if you disclose that they will be coming with you to the cabin. Our Pet fee is $65 for your entire stay. We provide a crate/kennel for you to use when you are leaving the cabin. PLEASE do not leave your pet loose in our home while you are out! NO CATS allowed as we are allergic. Have a registered service animal? Please submit your registration card.
āļø YES, We have a coffee maker in our fully equipped kitchen for you! Mindy is a certified chef, so we always have a well-stocked kitchen in our homes.
Did I mention the free WiFi? The good 100mb kind of speed WiFi, not the typical DSL speeds found outside the city limits!
Easily accessible by all cars š and plenty of parking space so bring your boat š£ā,RV, motorcycles š , Kayaks or Mountain Bikes š² with you while kicking back for some rest and relaxation or adventure!
