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Laughing Hippo is a classic mountain cabin

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Flat-screen TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 43229.2 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace
  • Dryer
    Dryer

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Laughing Hippo is a classic mountain cabin

Laughing Hippo is the classic mountain cabin named after a beloved Grandfather.  This two bedroom one bath beauty is located high on a mountain in the Cherry Log community half way between Ellijay and Blue Ridge.  Its tranquil setting is just what you need to wind down from your hectic daily schedule.  All of the living area is located on one level and there are only four easy steps to get in. There are two queen bedrooms and one full bath with a tub/shower combo.  The living room is clean and comfortable with seating for four facing the wood burning fireplace and a flat screen TV/DVD with cable programming and WIFI. The kitchen has everything you need to keep the family happy and seating for four as well.  The laundry is also located on this level.   Kick back on the screened in porch and watch nature pass by in the wooded valley below.    Downstairs on the covered patio you will find a picnic table, swing, gas grill with a spare tank, and a wood burning stove.  There is even a double size hammock and another flat screen TV waiting for you and a dart board too.  Feeling ambitious, the Benton Mackaye hiking trail passes only a couple hundred yards away.  Please respect our guests with allergies, sorry no pets at Laughing Hippo.
With easy access to highway 515 it is a breeze to get here, no 4WD needed.  Perfectly located for day trips to Blue Ridge and north into Tennessee and the Ocoee River, Ellijay, Carters Lake, Amicalola Falls and the wineries of Gilmer County and Dahlonega, there is even an old time drive-in movie theater close by.  

Entire Home

Dominic Pasqualini

A car is needed and no parking on streets.
You must be 24 years old or older to rent.
No smoking inside cabin.

Property manager

Dominic Pasqualini

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 3,229.2 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

261870

About the area

Map
Blue Ridge, GA

What's nearby

  • Cherry Log Creek - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Blue Ridge Community Theater - 13 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 14 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Mercier Orchards - 16 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Blue Ridge Lake Marina - 19 min drive - 17.0 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪DQ Grill & Chill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mercier Orchards - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Laughing Hippo is a classic mountain cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Laughing Hippo is a classic mountain cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Laughing Hippo is a classic mountain cabin?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Laughing Hippo is a classic mountain cabin located?

Situated in Blue Ridge, this cabin is steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and 1.9 mi (3 km) from Cherry Log Creek. Cohutta Cove Mini Golf and Sugar Creek Raceway are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Laughing Hippo is a classic mountain cabin Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 56 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Jay L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Stay
It was a good stay but property does not seem to be monitored closely but only minor things like bath clothes and detergents for dishes and clothing. TV and furniture need updating. Outside sitting area was excellent. Nice couple get away for two or three nights
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Johanna R.

Small and outdated cabin
Location is good but cabin is too small, it needs updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Forest Cabin!
My husband and I celebrated our Anniversary at the cabin. It was a wonderful experience, cozy and had everything we needed for a vacation. We loved sitting on the Adirondack chairs next to the fire pit in the evenings!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely get-away. Loved the hot tub. Loved the trees! I will definitely book this cabin again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Dawn L.

Quite place to stay
The place was in a very quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

JOSIAH C.

Fixed feelings
It was a very nice place, but we had some difficulties finding it as the gps didn’t bring us to the right cabin and we couldn’t get ahold of anyone to help until the morning so we had to get a motel for the night. Rough start that kinda dampened the mood for the week. But the cabin was very nice once we settled in. Hot tub needed to be a bit cleaner, but overall stay was nice and relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary trip
We had an awesome time at the cabin. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Christy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
Beds were not comfortable at all and the hot tub was dirty and would not heat up. Location was great!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Katie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place to Stay
Overall it was very nice and enjoyable. Some of the lighting/electrical switches were confusing, but we figured it out. We were not able to turn on the lights on the level with the hot tub, so we’re not sure if they were broken or not. Entering and exiting the parking area was a little dangerous/sketchy, but we made it work in a sedan. Otherwise, was a very nice place and good experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin, secluded but close to Blue Ridge
The cabin and surrounding areas were beautiful! We loved the surrounding forest and nature, and enjoyed being close to downtown Blue Ridge. I would advise that guests come prepared. We were told that some firewood would be provided, but there was none. Luckily the nearby Ingles was well stocked! Additionally, there were only a few paper towels supplied and no lighter or matched that we could find. Other than that, we definitely enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great time and loved the property
It was nice and fit our needs. We enjoyed our time there.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Brandon P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 6 nights for honeymoon
Overall we really enjoyed the stay. Loved our time in the hot tub and porch swing. Very close to town and in close driving range to many activities. We were a lot closer to neighbors than I’d liked, but we will definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Billy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Holiday weekend
Had a great weekend at cabin in Blue Ridge, Ga Very peaceful!!! Secluded away from the daily life
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cabin
The cabin is perfect for a couple- very cozy. We loved the hot tub. It rained quite a bit while we were there but we did get to sit out back and enjoy the woods a short time. The only issue we had was that the cabin had not been cleaned when we checked in. The owner was very easy to get in touch with and someone came to clean relatively quickly. We didn't get settled in the cabin until almost 7:30 pm so that was disappointing. However, we didn't let it spoil our vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bad news then Good news.
Bad News: I never got the check in directions , so when I got there I had to call VRBO and we called the property owner 4X . In the property owners defense it was 12 midnight. Finally he email back and we got in. Good News: everything was clean and well maintained. The beds were soft and relaxing. We felt right at home. The hot tub was a great touch! I would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we needed for a cozy, relaxing runaway weekend
Everything we needed for a cozy, relaxing runaway weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shae O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Birthday Getaway
I loved staying in the little cabin! It was so cozy, and the hot tub is definitely a must. Great price for all the amenities available to you. Can't wait to come back to Blue Ridge!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

Marquis M.

Not the best of luck
If ypu rent this place. Please make sure you put a space between Ridge View. If you type it in like they send it to you. You will end up 50 miles north of the location. Nobody ever provided a key code to the box the door was just left u locked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

HEATHER S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy
We spent our honeymoon in the cabin love the town we were in so much to do the cabin was nice and comfortable we enjoyed the hot tub
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hayley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful for a getaway!
Me and my two friends just got home from a 4 day stay here !!! It was wonderful, relaxing, private, and so adorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

erika h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Weekend Getaway
Perfect weekend getaway for my husband and I. We went the first weekend in February and I was a little worried about it snowing / icing while we were there. There were snow flurries the first night we stayed and it was so beautiful to see the cabin covered with a dusting of snow! We really enjoyed our stay and loved that the cabin was in between Blue Ridge and Ellijay. Can't wait for our next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Jeff C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice weekend getaway
Very cozy, secluded cabin . Perfect for 2-4 adults Very close to shopping and activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Toby V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cherry Lodge Vacation
What a vacation to Cherry Lodge. The property was very nice and clean but kind of hideaway cabin with all the trees with no view to skyline. The cabins are placed just right so u can have your privacy . The area is very friendly and a nice place to visit with plenty to see . I would recommend this area for vacation. Toby and Laura from Louisiana
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021