"Take A Paws" with rolling long-range view, convenient to town, and pet friendly

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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8279 sq m

Popular amenities

Washer

Parking available

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Rabun Gap, GA

Black Rock Mountain State Park
3 min walk
Foxfire Museum
8 min drive
Osage Farm
11 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

Welcome to our rustic home in the North GA mountains, aka "Take A Paws". Located at an elevation of 3,100 ft, near the border of Black Rock Mountain State Park. Fill your days exploring, fishing, shopping, or relaxing while taking in the rolling long-range view into NC from the 1,000 sq ft deck and porch swing. You are within walking distance of the hiking trails of Black Rock Mountain State Park, just a few minutes car ride from Black Rock Lake for fishing, and 10 mins from downtown Clayton shopping. Take a day trip to Smokey Mountain National Park, explore nearby waterfalls, challenge yourself with some whitewater rafting, or take in some scenery while zip lining. Fully fenced and pet friendly property for your four legged family members so they can enjoy themselves as well. The main house features 3 beds (2 queens upstairs, 1 king downstairs)/2 full baths, and a large rustic two-sided stone fireplace heated by cast iron pellet stoves (winter use only). The guest house features an entertainment area downstairs with small kitchen area and large spacious bedroom with queen mattress upstairs that has balcony with view. Easy access via paved/maintained roadways and large driveway area for parking. Cable, internet, and phone also provided.

During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Chattahoochee National Forest. The cabin includes amenities such as a kitchen and 3 bathrooms.

Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
Steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and 3 minutes on foot from Black Rock Mountain State Park

"Take A Paws" with rolling long-range view, convenient to town, and pet friendly offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Rabun Gap cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Joe Santana

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

Car required
Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
Games
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Please feel free to smoke outside.

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board
Phone

Location highlights

In the city centre
Near a hospital

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Sledding nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

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 1 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please let us know how many and size.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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

"take Paws" Rolling Long-range View Convenient Town pet Friendly

"Take A Paws" with rolling long-range view, convenient to town, and pet friendly Reviews

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Judith C., Hahira

1 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous view

Very comfortable beautiful cabin. This was our 2nd visit and will absolutely go back again. Its quiet and relaxing but close to lots of activities if you want. Great stay!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

This is my happy place

This is the sixth or seventh year we've stayed here - and it is fabulous. They've updated it this year and it was perfect before - now it's even better. We will be back

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emma F.

22 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Big Falcon Family Christmas Adventure

We have tried so hard to find a place to stay that accommodates more than one dog, since we have three and we would hate to leave one out. Take a Paws was perfect! Despite us Floridians not being totally prepared for below freezing weather, we had a fantastic stay! There’s just something about waking up in the cold on Christmas morning. The home is located in a great spot with a spectacular view right in the Black Rock Mountain state Park. We did a small waterfall hike there. Our third day, we took a little drive to Helen to do the tourist stuff and then another trip to the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta. Totally worth the hour and a half trip! 11/10 would recommend. On our last night, we went down to Moonrise Distiller and grabbed pizza from Fortify Pi, which both blew us away. We recommend the Samurai Pi, you won’t be disappointed! Overall, we had a beautiful family vacation with our fur babies. Thank you for the great communication and wonderful accommodations. I have a feeling we will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

danielle f.

15 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Take a paws was awesome.

New renovations are great and work did not interfere with the experience. View was beautiful, homestead had ample room for vehicles, great property to explore, and neighborhood was great to drive around. In driving distance of great sites to see. Great communication with any questions or issues. Homes were cozy.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

7 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

What a view!

AMAZING view! This place has a great view overlooking the mountains. We enjoyed exploring the area and hiking. We saw some bears and her cubs on our first day. The cabin is spacious and beautiful. You have to see it in person. The pictures don’t do the view and cabin justice.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

14 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous weekend

This is our fifth year I think being at this house and we love it. It has everything we need. The yard is fenced so the dogs can roam freely. The hosts are wonderful people who are easy to deal with. Already reserved the house for next year!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P.

18 Jun 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZING

My fourth stay at Take a Paws.. gets better each time! Host/Owner is great, home is beautiful, comfortable, amazing Mountain View’s and our dogs love it. Will be back next year. Thank you for another memorable stay❤️

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

29 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Always enjoyable

Another fine stay at "Paws".

Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Linda J.

12 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Many Great Features

2 adults & 3 children 14, 12 & 7. Very roomy overall. Living space: Living room, dining table, kitchen, screened porch, expansive deck, level, ample parking area with covered parking if needed. Plus separate one bedroom house. Had everything needed. We cooked a couple of meals. We enjoyed sitting on the deck enjoying the absolutely fabulous view. Joe responded immediately & sent someone to adjust heat / AC units. With all the features allowing for living & sleeping flexibility, we can see why this property is so popular.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon A.

6 Mar 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway!

Great experience staying at your cabin! Owner quickly answered any questions we had. The fenced property was absolutely perfect for our 3 furry friends. They were in “hog heaven”. Because they were so relaxed, our people experiences were even better! We will definitely book this jewel many times!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G., Marietta, GA

26 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Second Stay - So glad to be back!

We were so happy to return to Take a Paws for a week with kids and dogs. The kids all love hanging out in the Dog House, and the adults love hanging out in the main house, on the deck by the firepit, and on the screened porch. You just can't stop staring at the view. It's breathtaking. The location is perfect - around the corner from Black Rock Mtn SP and easy ride down the mountain to Dillard, Clayton, Highlands, and more! We returned to some old favorites (Goats on the Roof, snow tubing at Scaly, whiskey tasting at RM Rose, patio dining at U Joint, date night at Fortify Kitchen, pre-hike lunch at Fortify Pi) and tried some new places - zip lining at Sunburst Adventures, donuts at the Farmhouse, dinner at Julep Farms, whiskey tasting at Moonrise, and our new favorite - wine tasting at Stonewall Creek Vineyards. We hiked new spots too - Rabun Bald, Hemlock Falls, Warwoman Dell, and Ada-Hi Falls. We can't wait to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judith C., Hahira

15 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Best experience ever

This property and the whole experience was perfect. Gorgeous view and close to so many things to do. The owner Joe checked in to make sure we had everything we needed and was always available if we had questions. We will definitely be going here again.

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

4 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

great getaway

property was as advertised, and what a view

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

3 Dec 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Another wonderful stay

Take a Paws is perfect for us, and has every amenity we could ever wish for.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

11 Nov 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

We love Take a Paws

This is our fifth or sixth year to stay here and it is perfect for us. The grandkids each have a space off the master suite with their parents using the master suite and upstairs is perfect for me. And the dogs loving roaming in the fenced area. We've already made our reservations for next year.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

25 Jul 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Love staying at this dog friendly property

The views are amazing. There is great hiking in the area, plus lots of rafting and good food. The owners are in contact and are really nice people who want your stay to be excellent. Best of all, it's dog friendly with fencing around the entire property, so the dogs can just go out and explore or relax on the deck with us. We highly recommend this property and the destination.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P.

12 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Just doesn’t get any better than Take A Paws!

Third stay at Take A Paws and planning the forth. Joe, the owner maintains excellent communication via text, making sure we had everything we needed and were enjoying his beautiful, comfortable home. Views are the best on Block Rock Mountain and our fur babies always enjoy the large fenced yard. Thank you for another memorable vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brent R., Roswell

25 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding Property and Hosts

This was our first stay at this amazing property, but it won't be our last. Let me start by saying - the pictures do not do this place justice. The views are spectacular. The cabin and surrounding grounds are very nicely done. We are sticklers for cleanliness, and this is one of the cleanest places we have ever stayed. The recliners in the living room have been updated and are very comfortable. The screened porch and deck are very expansive and relaxing, and did I mention the views? Roads are paved all the way except for the last couple of turns, which were on gravel roads, but only for a short distance. It is an easy ten-minute drive to get into town and to the many restaurants and shops in the area. In addition, there is plenty of room to park several vehicles and to turn around by the house, which is unusual for these types of properties. The covered parking between the house and the guest house is very convenient for loading and unloading in inclement weather. All the bedrooms are large. The bed in the master bedroom is firm but comfortable. The master closet is huge, with plenty of hangars available for use. The library off the master bedroom is a great place to sit and read. The kitchen is large and well-equipped. The fenced yard allowed our Yorkie room to roam without having to be on a leash. The house is well-built and well-insulated. Usually when we stay in cabins we can hear the wind whistling and the cabin creaking, but even though it was very windy the one day, everything remained quiet in the house. And did I mention the views? The cabin is oriented more north-south, so you do not get sunrise or sunset views, but this north-south orientation allows you to have shaded seating on the deck at all times of the day - perfect for those warm summer days. We enjoyed the multi-layered mountain views, which are accentuated in the early morning sun, and the classic early morning low-cloud Smoky Mountain views. Joe was very attentive - checking in several times via text to make sure everything was great with our stay. In short, we loved our time at this fabulous property, and we can't wait to come back.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachael S.

24 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

This is our second stay at Take a Paws and it was great. The view is amazing and the house is cozy and inviting. We enjoyed the proximity to the state parks.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane A.

23 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Take a Paws has every amenity you could possibly want in a vacation rental and it also conveniently located. We always enjoy our stay.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

15 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property

This is our third stay at Take a Paws and have at least one more planned. It is a lovely spot with excellent views and such a large fenced area for our dogs. Joe is a great owner who cares.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

8 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing with Family

We had a great time at this cabin. It was a perfect location outside of Clayton but not too far when we needed something from town. So close to the state park also. We traveled to Dillard and Highland to see waterfalls and hiking. The Cabin had everything we needed including a hugh master bedroom and bath, even a library. The main area was super cozy for us with good reception. The host, Joe, was friendly and helpful. Most of all, the view was just lovely. We relaxed in the chairs on the deck while amazed at the view. We hope to return. This is the first review I have written and was easy to do so.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angie c., Atlanta Georgia

2 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Five Stars

The cabin is very easy to find. GPS got us there easily, no steep or scary roads at all. The cabin was spotless, beautifully decorated, very comfortable and fully equipped with everything we needed. The owner, Joe was very nice and went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. The beds are very comfortable, kitchen very modern, and there is a flat screen TV in the living room with every app and channel you can think of! Wait until you see the view! Pictures on VRBO do not do it justice! We can’t wait to come back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

18 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Mtn get-away for family and pets!

After choosing a random city in the mountains, I was filled with excitement for months before our trip. Surely the rental could not live up to my outlandish expectations... but it DID! Views were amazing. The home was charming and clean. Beds were very comfortable. Kitchen appliances appear to be nearly new! Outside space included a gas grill and gas fire pit. Plenty of seating inside and out. Hosts followed up with us via text throughout our stay. Very kind, very helpful. The driveway is gated so as soon as you pull in and close the gates, your dog is secure and has space to play and have almost as much fun as the rest of the family! We hope to return again one day.

10/10 Excellent

Tara M.

15 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing Getaway

“Take a paws” is a beautiful cabin tucked away in NE Georgia. The accommodations were clean and well maintained. It was extra nice to have the guest house since part of our group was coming and going later than the rest of us each night. The owner, Joe, kept in communication with us before and after to make sure we had what we needed. I would definitely recommend this accommodation to anyone for future stays.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021