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'Almost Heaven - Big Canoe Laurel Ridge - Walk to Amenities

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Exterior
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

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

'Almost Heaven - Big Canoe Laurel Ridge - Walk to Amenities

COVID-19 cancellations - we will give a 100% refund or reschedule your reservation if you need to cancel or change your reservation because of COVID-19.

Vacation in the Mountains of Big Canoe, Georgia. Lake house with mountain and golf course views.

Spend your vacation this year in our four bedroom, four and a half bath, Luxury Home. The house also includes two family rooms, a loft that can be used as a 5th bedroom, patio with a large hot tub overlooking the lake, screened porch, and large deck where you can enjoy a view of the lake, pool, golf course, and mountains.

A small dog of 20 lbs or less are allowed. Contact host for details.

Everything you need to enjoy your time at Big Canoe is available to you in our home located on Lake Disharoon. You can wake up to the sound of the Canadian Geese flying overhead and go to sleep listening to the songs of the frogs. Our home has central heat and air as well as ceiling fans in all rooms, but sometimes you don't even need them!

Our house comfortably accommodates a maximum of 10 people including children.

Set in the foothills of the scenic North Georgia Mountains with elevations exceeding 3000 feet lays the enchanted land known as Big Canoe. Be prepared to brake for deer or wild turkey at any given turn in the road.

You can walk out the back door of our house and down the hill to the lake (beach), pool, waterside, and fitness center with an indoor pool. No need to get in the car if you don't want to.

Keywords: Mountain House

Property manager

Tom O'Connor

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,000 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: 25

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Contact host for more info

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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Big Canoe, GA

What's nearby

  • Disharoon Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Big Canoe Outdoor Tennis Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gibbs Gardens - 18 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Amicalola Falls State Park - 26 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Amicalola Falls - 30 min drive - 21.3 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 87 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Huddle House - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bell's Family Pharmacy - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Pub - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fuego Mexican Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Mary's Bread Basket - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 'Almost Heaven - Big Canoe Laurel Ridge - Walk to Amenities have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is 'Almost Heaven - Big Canoe Laurel Ridge - Walk to Amenities pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at 'Almost Heaven - Big Canoe Laurel Ridge - Walk to Amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Almost Heaven - Big Canoe Laurel Ridge - Walk to Amenities?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'Almost Heaven - Big Canoe Laurel Ridge - Walk to Amenities located?

This family-friendly Jasper vacation home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Big Canoe Outdoor Tennis Center and Disharoon Beach. McDaniel Meadows Dog Park and Diamond Dog Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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'Almost Heaven - Big Canoe Laurel Ridge - Walk to Amenities Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 152 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 162 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jaidev D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great host great stay

Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bart S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Home

We really enjoyed our stay. Everything was as stated. We enjoyed the hot tub and found some really nice hiking trails. A short walk down to the beach. Our dog really enjoyed it as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Damien

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved the amenities and location. This has to be one of three houses this close to the beach and lake activities. Perfect for a peaceful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Diana

Our host was wonderfully responsive and the place was in a great location for our grandchildren. The house is a bit worn, but worked for us since we had small children.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ida H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

quiet and tranquil

very quiet and tranquil location. We loved how it is tucked away and backs up to the lake. Very close to the trails and pool area. Host was very helpful and responsive to every question we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best family vacation!

So fun and easy! Beautiful all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Almost Heaven is accurate

Came for granddaughters wedding. House was perfect! Convenient to dinners, etc. Scenery was breathtakingly beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Spot in Big Canoe

We’ve been to Big Canoe numerous times, and Almost Heaven is our favorite rental there. The house had everything we needed, and the hot tub was a fun bonus. The location so close to the Beach Club cannot be beat, especially when you have kids and are there in the summer. Tom is a fantastic host, responsive and kept us up to speed on everything we needed to know.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valorie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Host!

Tom is a very gracious and generous host- making sure everything went smoothly for our wedding weekend. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Great Place

Almost Heaven was wonderful. The house is warm and inviting with everything you need. The adults and kids were comfortable and we all enjoyed the games in the loft. I would stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

We enjoyed our extended family stay at this house, and another up the road. This house had plenty of sleeping area, was well clean and well maintained, great location where you could walk down to the beach club, and a communicative and helpful owner. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Home and Fantastic Hosts

Worth every penny. This was possibly the best VRBO experience I have every had. The home is so much better that it looks and the owners are simply amazing. Our hop is to rent here again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danny H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice relaxing vacation

Property was just as described. It was perfect for a set of parents, their 2 grown children, and 6 grandchildren. They even had a pack-n-play for the infant. Owner was easy to contact, and even alerted us once when there was a bear sited near the house. One of the lakes/pool areas was able to be accessed by walking down a hill from behind the house, which the kids took full advantage of. There were lifeguards, so the older kids were able to come and go to the pool. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Almost Heaven

Beautiful property with a magnificent view of the lake from the family room. The house was clean and well stocked with all that we could possibly need. Tom, the property owner, was quick to respond to any questions or requests we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a nice place!

It was a pleasure communicating with Tom. He was a wonderful host and very helpful. The home was very nice, with really great amenities. The location is fantastic! Overall in a plus! Good job, Tom!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Guestbook Comment

WONDERFUL ACCOMMODATIONS - VERY LOVELY AND EVERYTHING PROVIDED. ENJOYED THE HIKING, BEACH, LAKE, AND JUST HAVING COCKTAILS ON THE DECK AND THEN PLAYING BRIDGE (8 OF US IN THE PEACHY BRIDGE GROUP). COULD NOT ASK FOR ANYTHING MORE - ALMOST HEAVEN IT IS!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Yolada G.

Guestbook Comment

We enjoyed Tom and Julie's place better than a five star hotel. The home was georgous and had everything you needed. Their place is the perfect getaway for anyone who wants plenty of space, great views, and people who cater to your needs. Tom and Julie are the greatest. John and Yolanda Grace
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Guestbook Comment

My family recently returned from a week at Big Canoe and we stayed at "Almost Heaven" and can attest to how wonderful this house was for our vacation. First of all, Tom and Judi are delight to deal with and make every effort to make your stay as perfect as possible. The house was exactly as described and the location could not have been more ideal being only steps away from the beach and pool. If you're looking for another world away from Atlanta without a long drive or hassling flight then you should strongly consider staying at this lovely home.

10/10 Excellent

sarah j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful stay

We wanted a quick mini getaway from Chattanooga with our 10, 7 and twin 4month olds. We’ve never been to the area and were excited by the beach, pools and water rock slide in the backyard. The house itself was amazing and the owners went above and beyond the expected to make sure we were settled in. We were disappointed in the surprise fees associated with using the beach, pool and slide. At $20 per person per day, it dampened the excitement a little. Otherwise, it’s a great community to get away from the hectic life for a bit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Great Long Weekend

We stayed at Almost Heaven for a long weekend, 4 adults and 4 children. Tom was great to work with and he responded quickly to questions. A snow storm had hit the area prior in the week and Tom provided constant updates on the condition of the roads for our Friday arrival. The house had plenty of room and everything we needed for entertainment and cooking. The home is well located in Big Canoe with easy access to the amenities and beach. It was a quick drive to the local grocery store to pick up food for meals. We ate at the clubhouse pub as recommended by Tom. We were very well pleased with the quality and price of the food. This was a great weekend away for the families!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Guestbook Comment

Every year our family has a "family vacation" and have done this since the late 70's. This house is one of the very best in which we have stayed. This includes everything from Cape Cod, Isle of Palms, Rehoboth Beach, Williamsburg, VA and many too numerous to mention. Tom O'Connor has been more than helpful and kind. He arranged for us to also rent a house two doors away from him in order to accomodate our whole family, gave us perfect directions to both the facilities and a church of our faith. The only drawback that we found was the winding roads in Big Canoe, but they were not sufficient to keep us from returning. Thanks once again for helping our family to enjoy each other's company.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Crissy G., Shady Point,OK

Beautiful Home, but need to update pictures

My family and I spent a week at “Almost Heaven”. Our trip was nice and the house was very clean, comfortable and well stocked. The house looked just like the pictures, however the rest of the pictures were very misleading. The beach can not be seen from the house, there is no trail down to beach unless you want to walk through a jungle of trees, weeds and bugs, and the hike back up the hill is a steep climb. This was very disappointing because it was one of the main reasons we chose this house. The dock in the pictures is a part of the swim club, it isn’t a private dock as we thought, perhaps that was our fault for not getting better information but as I said before the pictures are misleading. We had a issue when my 3 year old nephew wanted to dig in the sand on the beach and my sister was told very rudely that she must pay the daily club fee, when she explained she was simply going to watch him play in the sand, she was told she had to pay or come back after dark when the club closes, that is also the only time you can swim in lake without paying. The home itself was nice,clean and comfortable.

8/10 Good

Rachel F.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Reunion Fun

We rented two homes overlooking the beach club for our large family. It was wonderful being able to walk down to the beach club. The home was very well appointed. Tom was very helpful before our stay - even letting us know that the local store had a refrigeration problem the day before our stay began.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic, homey, amazing location

Beautiful house perched in the woods above the lake; the view from the living room window is like a picture postcard. The steep path behind the house takes you to the little beach (for boating, wading, volleyball) and to the hiking trails. It was somehow both spacious and snug, with autumnal decor, and with more rooms than we could even take advantage of.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023