The Villas at Coosawattee

Thursday, June 13, 2013

Half Off Summer Getaway!

Want to travel this summer but need some BIG savings? Well, BIG savings are in store with the Villas Half Off Getaway! Get 50% off cabin rental prices and BOGO for tubing with online reservations! Also catch the resort’s summer concert series for FREE!

This summer, spend unlimited nights and pay only 50%! Yes, only HALF of normal rates!

One bedroom cabin on the river for only $60 per night!
Three bedroom condo on the river for only $95 per night!
Three bedroom A-frame for only $95 per night!
Three bedroom villa with hot tub Jacuzzis only $105 per night!

Tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains, The Villas at Coosawattee River is a popular vacation spot for friends, families, and couples alike. What some call "the most beautiful place on Earth" offers outdoor-inspired memories not found anywhere else. In addition to spacious villas stocked with hot tubs, fireplaces, lofts, river views, and mountain scenes, The Villas also offers a heated pool, sunning decks, tennis courts, river-side picnicking pavilions, camping with fire pits, a fully stocked fishing pond, playgrounds, miniature golf, The Coosawattee Library, and even a dog park -- there's a way for everybody to enjoy themselves this summer.

And to add some more big savings, buy one get one with river tubing! Tubing down the Coosawattee River is a refreshingly fun adventure located outside the Eagle Mountain gate. The Coosawattee River Tubing Company, located in The General Store at Eagle Mountain, furnishes the tube, life vest, and shuttle service to and from the river. Although reservations are not mandatory, trips book fast so availability inquiry and reservation(s) are advised. The tubing season runs through October with trip times at 10am, 11am, 12pm and 1:30pm. Some weekends may run a 2:30pm trip.

Whether after a tubing float or a hike through the woods, The General Store has something to quench that thirst or take a bite out of that hunger pang. Stop by for a country breakfast or mosey-on in for a lip smackin' barbecue burger or one of the other tasty sandwiches from the biscuit & deli menu. While restin’ and relaxin’, take a stroll around the arts and crafts— it is rustic mountain charm at its finest. And if supplies or munchies are needed with The Villas at Coosawattee rental, this handy general store has a nice little selection.

Also featured at The General Store, be sure to catch the FREE summer concert series! Pickin' on the Porch is an outdoor music event not to miss. The live music is scheduled the 2^ndand 4^th Saturday night of each month (weather permitting), with a variety of local entertainment and music from gospel to blue grass to Old Time Rock 'n' Roll. Pull up a seat next to the bon-fire and roast some marshmallows while enjoying the entertainment and mountain ambiance!

Make it a weekend, a week, or even more—the North Georgia Mountains is the southeast destination for summer fun at economical prices. Half off accommodations with resort amenities, buy one get one free tubing, and free live music are all wrapped up as HALF OFF GETAWAY with The Villas at Coosawattee. Make reservations online today:

CONTACT INFORMATION Come join us for a fun-filled outdoor adventure! For more information or reservations for The Villas at Coosawattee, please give us a call between 8am & 5pm EST at (706) 276-1075, email us at info@thevillasatcoosawattee.com or visit us on the web at www.thevillasatcoosawattee.com. The Coosawattee River Tubing Company (706-635-1609) is located at the Eagle Mountain General Store next to the Eagle Mountain entrance of the Coosawattee River Resort or at http://www.coosawatteerivertubingco.com on the web.

Note: Check-in is at 4:00pm and check-out is by 10:00am. Above prices above subject to 12% Sales and Lodging Tax. Tubing rides are cancelled during storms with thunder and/or lightening. NO REFUNDS if tubing is cancelled. Please note that children must be at least 48 inches. A waiver must be signed and submitted prior to the tubing excursion. To save time, please read the rules and regulations and then print & sign the waiver prior to coming on the tubing trip.

Monday, May 13, 2013

Gilmer County Land Sale! Grab Up Your Piece of Nature

Now is a perfect time to invest in property. The Coosawattee River Resort is offering mountain lots, spectacular mountain and river views. The time is now to grab your piece of nature!

The resort is expansive with approximately 160 miles of roads, six river parks, The Water Tower Conference Center, The Recreation Center and The Villas at Coosawattee. Just outside the Eagle Mountain gates, The General Store features a deli style menu as well as tubing and Pickin' on the Porch during the warm seasons.

Included with lot purchases are resort amenities ranging from The Recreation Center with its year-round heated indoor pool, sunning decks, fitness facility, miniature golf, game room, snack bar, year-round swimming, tennis courts, and more to the six river parks with a fully stocked fishing pond, camp sites, horseshoe pits, basketball courts, playgrounds, and more. The Riverside Pool is a family favorite with an outdoor swimming pool, snacks & games, picnic tables, and the Indian Fishtrap Suspension Bridge. The Foxhound Pool is a quiet spot surrounded by the peace and tranquility of nature. A dog park is available in the resort as well as Wi-Fi Hot Spots and The Coosawattee Library.

1. Eagle Mountain 448 on Joilet Drive. On high side of the road and will probably have a mountain view. CRRA Lot Designation – EML-448; Tax Parcel ID – 3038B 014; 2011 Appraisal by Gilmer County Tax Assessor – $3,000; Street Address – Joliet Drive (no 911 yet). Acreage as listed by Gilmer County Tax Assessor is 0.54 acres.

2. Beaver Bend “E” Debbie Court. Across from the River on the high side of the road with homes nearby. CRRA Lot Designation – BB-E; Tax Parcel ID – 3067AB 005; 2011 Appraisal by Gilmer County Tax Assessor – $6,000; Street Address – Bandy Court (no 911 yet) fronts Debbie Court too. Acreage as listed by Gilmer County Tax Assessor – unlisted but the plat indicates 0.46 acres.

3. Beaver Lakes 712 Riverview. Sloping lot with probable view on paved road with view of neighboring lot. CRRA Lot Designation – BLL-712; Tax Parcel ID – 3067M 027; 2011 Appraisal by Gilmer County Tax Assessor – $6,000; Street Address – Riverview Drive (no 911 yet). Acreage as listed by Gilmer County Tax Assessor – unknown without a survey.

4. BB 292 is located on Zenith (paved) and Camber. Gentle slope and probable seasonal view. Excellent building lot with homes nearby. CRRA Lot Designation – BBL-292; Tax Parcel ID – 3067U 032; 2011; appraisal by Gilmer County Tax Assessor – $6,000; Street Address – Zenith Trail (no 911 yet). Acreage as listed by Gilmer County Tax Assessor – unlisted but the plat indicates 0.38 acres.

5. Beaver Forest Lot 23 on Vista Chalet (low side of road). Has seasonal and probable year round view and close enough to hear the river. Homes nearby. CRRA Lot Designation – BFL-23; Tax Parcel ID – 3053B 022; 2011 Appraisal by Gilmer County Tax Assessor – $6,000; Street Address –Vista Chalet Drive (no 911 yet). Acreage as listed by Gilmer County Tax Assessor – unknown without survey.

6. Eagle Mountain Lot 1230 on Fugue (high side of the road). Possible seasonal view. Nice lot needing some excavation for driveway. CRRA Lot Designation – EML-1230; Tax Parcel ID – 3052B 011; 2011 Appraisal by Gilmer County Tax Assessor – $6,000; Street Address – Fugue Drive (no 911 yet). Acreage as listed by Gilmer County Tax Assessor – unlisted but the plat indicates .53 acres.

For more information about lots available for purchase, please contact Susan Gardner at 706-276-2143 or sgardner@crra.biz

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

North Georgia River Tubing, Outdoor Music Concerts, and Rustic Mountain Cabins

Spring time is here, and summer is just around the corner. The kids are out of school, and it’s time for a getaway! Now that the warm weather is upon us, take a trip to the North Georgia Mountains for some river tubing or a tube tracker trip! Also come on up to the North Georgia mountains to enjoy outdoor music concerts during Pickin’ on the Porch every 2nd and 4th Saturday this summer. Better yet, why not make a little vacation out of the trip and rent a rustic cabin or spacious villa to soak up all of the mountain surroundings. Whether just a weekend trip or an entire week, The Coosawattee River Resort is THE spring and summer destination packed wallet friendly adventures.

NORTH GEORGIA RIVER TUBING The Coosawattee River Tubing Company in Ellijay is just an hour north of Atlanta, GA and just an hour south of Chattanooga, Tennessee. A fun-filled 2-1/2 hour inner tube float down the Coosawattee River in the North Georgia Mountains is all yours. Floating down the river is a great way to reduce stress and enjoy the peace and serenity of the North Georgia Mountains!

Tubing down the Coosawattee River is a lot of fun, and The Coosawattee River Tubing Company (706-635-1609) furnishes the tube, life vest, and shuttle service to and from the river for a $15 admission price. Changing rooms are available, as well as tubing / meal packages and group rates. Although reservations are not mandatory, trips book fast so availability inquiry and reservation(s) are advised. Please note that children must be at least 48 inches. A waiver must be signed and submitted prior to the tubing excursion. To save time, please read the rules and regulations and then print & sign the waiver prior to coming on the tubing trip

The Coosawattee River Tubing Company also offers tube tracker trips, which are similar to kayaks but are much easier to maneuver. Each trip lasts 1-1/2 hours and is $20.00 per trip which includes equipment and shuttle to and from the river. Reservations are required.

The tubing and kayaking season opens May 1st and runs through October. The Coosawattee River Tubing Company schedule is as follows:

Trip times are 10am, 11am, 12pm and 1:30pm. Some days on weekends they may run a 2:30pm trip.

May 1st to Memorial Day: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Memorial Day to Labor Day: Tuesday through Sunday
Labor Day to October 1st: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

GEORGIA SUMMER OUTDOOR CONCERTS Pickin' on the Porch in front of The General Store at Eagle Mountain is an outdoor music event not to miss. The live music is free (can’t beat that!) and scheduled the 2nd and 4th Saturday night of each month (weather permitting), with a variety of local entertainment and music from gospel to blue grass to Old Time Rock 'n' Roll. Bring a lawn chair, pull up a seat next to the bon-fire, and roast some marshmallows while enjoying the entertainment and mountain ambiance!

ELLIJAY CABIN RENTALS If you are coming from out-of-town or plan to spend more than a day, The Coosawattee River Resort features The Villas at Coosawattee with cozy and complete accommodations. The Villas at Coosawattee are the complete get-away with affordable prices, comfortable accommodations, and plenty to do for every member of your entourage. One bedroom cabins start at $120, two bedroom villas start at $125, three bedrooms A-frames start at $190, and three bedroom hot tub villas start at $210. Accommodations may include hot tubs, peaceful river views, large decks, spectacular mountain views, and fireplaces. Throughout the property, abundant amenities are easily accessible, ranging from indoor and outdoor swimming pools, sunning decks, camp sites, river parks, fitness facility, game room, mini golf, horseshoe pits, tennis courts, basketball courts, and more!

THE GENERAL STORE AT EAGLE MOUNTAIN While taking a get-away in the North Georgia Mountains, be sure to stop by The General Store at Eagle Mountain where the days are slower like that of the old general mountain store and where friends gather for special activities, every day needs, good food, good times, and arts & crafts. Boasting a full deli, breakfasts, lunches, and snacks, this quaint little gathering spot is a perfect retreat from all of your summer activities. Whether after a tubing float or a hike through the woods, The General Store has something to quench that thirst or take a bite out of that hunger pang. While restin’ and relaxin’, take a stroll around the arts and crafts of the store— it is rustic mountain charm at its finest. And if you need supplies or munchies when renting with The Villas at Coosawattee, this convenient general store has a nice little selection.

CONTACT INFORMATION Come join us for a fun-filled outdoor adventure!

For more information or reservations for The Villas at Coosawattee, please call between 8am & 5pm EST at (706) 276-1075, email at info@thevillasatcoosawattee.com or visit the web at www.thevillasatcoosawattee.com.

The Coosawattee River Tubing Company (706-635-1609) is located at the Eagle Mountain General Store next to the Eagle Mountain entrance of the Coosawattee River Resort or at http://www.coosawatteerivertubingco.com on the web.

Monday, April 22, 2013

Georgia Mountain Deeded Campground Lots, Residential Lots, Amenity Lots, and More!

Deeded campground lots, residential lots, amenity lots, and more are all nestled in the North Georgia Mountains and for sale!

Lots range in size from .10 of an acre for deeded campground lots exclusively for campers, RVs and travel trailers as well as .5 acres to 1.5 acres for residential lots in various scenic locations around the resort including a limited number of river front lots and several with mountain views.

Included with lot purchases are resort amenities ranging from The Recreation Center with its year-round heated indoor pool, sunning decks, fitness facility, miniature golf, game room, snack bar, year-round swimming, tennis courts, and more to the six river parks with a fully stocked fishing pond, camp sites, horseshoe pits, basketball courts, playgrounds, and more. A Teen Center is a family favorite with an outdoor swimming pool, snacks & games, picnic tables, and the Indian Fishtrap Suspension Bridge. A dog park is available in the resort as well as Wi-Fi Hot Spots and The Coosawattee Library.

The Georgia mountain resort is located in Gilmer County just over 75 miles north of Atlanta in the Blue Ridge Mountains and at the foothills of the legendary Appalachian Mountain Range. The resort is a 5,500 + acre development consisting of more than 7,000 individual, privately owned lots divided by seven miles of the beautiful Coosawattee River. The Coosawattee is formed where the Ellijay and Cartecay river meet and then travels for six or seven miles where it becomes Carter's Lake, a gorgeous recreational lake formed by the Corps of Engineers.

The resort is expansive with approximately 160 miles of roads, six river parks, The Water Tower Conference Center, The Recreation Center and The Villas at Coosawattee. Just outside the Eagle Mountain gates, The General Store features a summer breakfast and lunch menu as well as tubing, campfire for s'mores, and Pickin' on the Porch.

Take some time and come visit for the day to see the amazing features of this resort. You can be on your way to own a piece of land that can be your sanctuary in nature or place to build your dreams into the future. Here are a few of some of the properties for sale:

1. Eagle Mountain 448 on Joilet Drive. On high side of the road and will probably have a mountain view. CRRA Lot Designation -- EML-448; Tax Parcel ID -- 3038B 014; 2011 Appraisal by Gilmer County Tax Assessor -- $3,000; Street Address -- Joliet Drive (no 911 yet). Acreage as listed by Gilmer County Tax Assessor is 0.54 acres.

2. Beaver Bend "E" Debbie Court. Across from the River on the high side of the road with homes nearby. CRRA Lot Designation -- BB-E; Tax Parcel ID -- 3067AB 005; 2011 Appraisal by Gilmer County Tax Assessor -- $6,000; Street Address -- Bandy Court (no 911 yet) fronts Debbie Court too. Acreage as listed by Gilmer County Tax Assessor -- unlisted but the plat indicates 0.46 acres.

3. Beaver Lakes 712 Riverview. Sloping lot with probable view on paved road with view of neighboring lot. CRRA Lot Designation -- BLL-712; Tax Parcel ID -- 3067M 027; 2011 Appraisal by Gilmer County Tax Assessor -- $6,000; Street Address -- Riverview Drive (no 911 yet). Acreage as listed by Gilmer County Tax Assessor -- unknown without a survey.

4. BB 292 is located on Zenith (paved) and Camber. Gentle slope and probable seasonal view. Excellent building lot with homes nearby. CRRA Lot Designation -- BBL-292; Tax Parcel ID -- 3067U 032; 2011; appraisal by Gilmer County Tax Assessor -- $6,000; Street Address -- Zenith Trail (no 911 yet). Acreage as listed by Gilmer County Tax Assessor -- unlisted but the plat indicates 0.38 acres.

5. Beaver Forest Lot 23 on Vista Chalet (low side of road). Has seasonal and probable year round view and close enough to hear the river. Homes nearby. CRRA Lot Designation -- BFL-23; Tax Parcel ID -- 3053B 022; 2011 Appraisal by Gilmer County Tax Assessor -- $6,000; Street Address --Vista Chalet Drive (no 911 yet). Acreage as listed by Gilmer County Tax Assessor -- unknown without survey.

6. Eagle Mountain Lot 1230 on Fugue (high side of the road). Possible seasonal view. Nice lot needing some excavation for driveway. CRRA Lot Designation -- EML-1230; Tax Parcel ID -- 3052B 011; 2011 Appraisal by Gilmer County Tax Assessor -- $6,000; Street Address -- Fugue Drive (no 911 yet). Acreage as listed by Gilmer County Tax Assessor -- unlisted but the plat indicates .53 acres.

For more information about lots available for purchase, please contact Susan Gardner at sgardner@crra.biz

Saturday, April 13, 2013

Flowers for Mother on Mothers Day- North Georgia Mountains

Don’t just bring your mother flowers for Mother’s Day- bring her TO the flowers! Give your mother the gift of the North Georgia Mountains where the hills are alive with spring blossoms. Your mother will have a holiday to remember for always when she is immersed in the colorful kaleidoscope of colors and vibrant beauty of the North Georgia Mountains. Stop along the way at The Cartecay Vineyards for a bit of wine tasting and a view of the gorgeous vineyards, and then spend the night in a charming cabin by the river with The Villas at Coosawattee. Your mother will have so much to brag about when she gets home!

Tourists that visit the North Georgia Mountains in spring see the largest number and the most beautiful blooming trees. One of the first spring trees to flower is the silver bell tree. The silver bell is a small tree with white bell-shaped flowers and is sprouting throughout the southern Appalachian region. Another flower that is apparent in the springtime is the yellow or tulip poplar and is one of the tallest hardwoods in this range. An additional beauty is the showy white or pink flowered dogwood tree which bloom throughout May. Dogwood is considered by many gardeners to be one of the most beautiful trees with sweeping branches that rise slightly at the ends. Be on the lookout for black locust with sweet-smelling white flowers as well. Finally, hawthorns are a sight to behold with clusters of small white flowers.

While on your Mother’s Day excursion, stop by the Cartecay Vineyards for some wine tasting. The Southern Appalachians are ideal for growing wine grapes with the elevation, the soil and the climate combining to produce wine grapes of the highest quality and subsequently, fine wines. The Tasting Barn features a tasting bar, a sitting area around a wood fire stove, a covered porch, and a deck. The Chimney is the central feature of the Chimney Patio which is always open for use and a wonderful place to sit, relax and take in the ambiance of the vineyard. The Chimney Patio has a tasting bar and scheduled live music. Your mother will love the breathtaking views and immersing her senses in the varietals: Vidal Blanc, Merlot, Traminette, Norton (Cynthiana), Catawba, and Cabernet Sauvignon. The vineyard is open Thursday through Monday from 11am – 6pm and Sunday from 12:30pm to 5:30pm.

To complete your Mother’s Day to remember, The Villas at Cooswattee offer cozy accommodations for your mother which are cost effective for you. The Villas offer quaint cabins, hot tub villas, and gorgeous A-frames by the river to suit your needs. The amenities at the resort are wide and varied, ranging from indoor and outdoor swimming pools, camp sites, river parks, exercise & weight room, game rooms, miniature golf, horseshoe pits, tennis courts, and basketball courts. The scenery is absolutely beautiful, perfect for long drives or quick hops over to the many resort parks. And most importantly, The Villas provides the perfect proximity to the two main destinations for your trip- flowers and wine vineyard! Directions: Off of 515 turn onto Old State Route 5. Take a right towards Historic Downtown Ellijay for approximately 4 miles. Take a left onto GA Hwy 382 / Green’s Country Store. Up the hill (.6 miles) take a right into the main entrance of The Coosawattee River Resort

This Mother’s Day create a holiday to remember. With a little drive to the mountains, your mother can indulge her senses in all of the wonder and beauty the North Georgia Mountains has to offer. Fields of flowers, vineyards with varietals, and cozy cabins will wrap-up to be a gift you can be excited about and an experience your mother will talk about for years to come.

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Friday, March 15, 2013

Discount Land Sale (Ellijay, GA)

Now is a perfect time to invest in property. The Coosawattee River Resort is offering mountain lots, spectacular mountain and river views. The time is now to grab your piece of nature!

For more information about lots available for purchase, please contact Susan Gardner at 706-276-2143 or sgardner@crra.biz

Thursday, March 14, 2013

Hop Down the Bunny Trail to the North Georgia Mountains

Hippity hoppity, Easter is on its way, and what a better time and place than the North Georgia Mountains to spend your Easter or spring break! If you like mountain views, rambling rivers, and outdoor activities, check out our suggestions for the ultimate mountain spring adventure. While these ideas are inexpensive, the trip is still one that’s packed full of fun, excitement, and wonderful memories to be made.

First, let’s start with the Easter holiday. The Coosawattee River Resort is a hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on March 30^th at 10am in Fishtrap Park. Bring all of your little hoppers and enjoy a day surrounded by the joys of a good ole egg hunt, mountains speckled with blossoms, and spring adventures.

Next, we have the perfect place to stay while you’re on your spring adventure. The Villas at Coosawattee River Resort offers one, two, and three bedroom cabins and villas throughout the Appalachian Mountains and in some of the most breath-taking spots around the resort. Options include fireplaces, hot tubs, and lofts for an accommodation that is perfect for your traveling entourage.

While staying at The Villas at Coosawattee, enjoy some amazing resort amenities. Whether you need to entertain the kids, relax and rejuvenate yourself, or reconnect with nature, the resort has something for everyone. The kids will have a blast exploring any one of the six river parks, and more specifically, walking the suspension bridge across to Fishtrap Park. Visit the Recreation Center for a heated indoor pool, a fitness center, tennis, and miniature golf. And reconnecting with nature has never been easier with fishing ponds, walking trails, picnic & cook-out facilities, and peaceful parks throughout the property.

Right outside the Eagle Mountain Gate, The General Store is a step back in time to slower days of the old general mountain store where friends gather for special activities, every day needs, good food, good times, and arts and crafts. The General Store dishes up hearty breakfasts, and the deli is a popular lunch time spot. Picturesque picnic tables outline the entrance of the store, giving the ideal opportunity to enjoy the spring sunshine with your sandwich. And if you need to pick up some grocery items for your villa or cabin, The General Store is your destination.

The surrounding area is equally exciting with mountain biking, Carters Lake, hiking, and more! Mulberry Gap Mountain Bike Get-A-Way is located 12 miles from downtown Ellijay in the Chattahoochee National Forest with some of the best single track mountain bike trails including the Georgia Pinhoti trail system. Carters Lake is a pristine lake with 3200 acres of deep, clear water surrounded by 62 miles of undeveloped shoreline- bring your boat, rent a boat, head to the beach, or simply enjoy the sights. Fourteen hiking trails featuring waterfalls, majestic trees, and mountain views are waiting for you in Ellijay. Check out http://www.georgiatrails.com/city/ellijay for more information. Or take some time to golf at Whitepath Golf Course which offers breathtaking scenery from elevated tees overlooking 18 lush fairways and medium-sized greens.

Spring into your next vacation to this resort that will have you transported from urban congestion to rustic wilderness in the blink of an eye! Make The Villas at Coosawattee your adventure hub and enjoy the resort and the surrounding area this spring while making memories that will last a lifetime. You can find the resort just a little over an hour from Atlanta or Chattanooga. For more information, please call 706-276-1075 or visit http://www.thevillasatcoosawattee.com