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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Dining
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Barbecue grill
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  • Kitchen
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  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Fireplace
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  • Dryer
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Explore the area

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Lakemont, GA
  • Popular LocationLake Rabun4 min walk
  • Popular LocationTallulah Gorge State Park10 min drive
  • Popular LocationMinnehaha Falls15 min drive
  • AirportGreenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.)107 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake Rabun Original Cottage w/ Babbling Brooke

The Bend at Lake Rabun is a gracious historic retreat nestled on Gorgeous Lake Rabun between Tallulah Falls and Clayton. This century old home is a classic for Lake Rabun. The Bend has been completely renovated with a gorgeous chefs kitchen, dining room with trickling waterfall views, living room with stone fireplace, main floor master bedroom and full bath. Upstairs there are two lovely king bedrooms and a large bunkroom with a Queen bed and 4 single beds, plenty of room for the kids to play! The house is steps from the lake and Surrounded by friendly woods and a babbling brook with a trickling waterfall. There is no shortage of fresh air and cool, clear sparkling mountain water right outside the front door. Steps from Hall's boat house and Marina, Max's Lakeside restaurant and bar, The Lake Rabun Pavilion and the Lake Rabun Hotel and Restaurant. We are just down the road from Lakemont Village, Tallulah Falls, Tiger and Clayton all boasting great, shopping, dining, galleries, wineries and activities. The Bend is the ultimate getaway for family and friends to gather and relax with carefree comfort in one of the most desirable spots in Georgia. The North Georgia Mountains have so much to offer! check out Explorerabun.com to

Property manager

Scotty Mitchell

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Living plant wall
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayak on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community & sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers
  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Vrbo Property
Classic Lakemont Charm-the Bend at Lake Rabun Lakemont
New Listing The Bend at Lake Rabun classic Lakemont Charm

About the neighborhood

Lakemont

Located in Lakemont, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tallulah Gorge State Park and Chattahoochee National Forest, while Main Street Gallery and Foxfire Museum are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Rabun - 4 min walk
  • Seed Lake - 10 min drive
  • Tallulah Gorge State Park - 10 min drive
  • Tallulah Point Overlook - 12 min drive
  • Minnehaha Falls - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Toccoa Station - 28 min drive
  • Greenville-Spartanburg Intl. Airport (GSP) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woody's Tiger Food - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Oinkers - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lake Rabun Hotel & Restaurant - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Red Barn Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Glen-Ella Springs, A Select Registry Property-Tesla Destination - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Rabun Original Cottage w/ Babbling Brooke pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Rabun Original Cottage w/ Babbling Brooke?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Rabun Original Cottage w/ Babbling Brooke?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Rabun Original Cottage w/ Babbling Brooke located?

This family-friendly Lakemont vacation home is located on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Chattahoochee National Forest and Lake Rabun. Tallulah Gorge State Park and Seed Lake are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Lake Rabun Original Cottage w/ Babbling Brooke Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House, Great Time
Great Location, clean house, thoughtfully decorated. Our group had a wonderful time. Lots of seating spaces and outdoor areas. Walkable to restaurant/ bar. 5 stars !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time
We had a great time when we stayed at the property. Host was very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Rabun
The house is very charming, you can see alot of thought went into the decor. There was plenty of room for the ten of us, and the beds were comfortable. The locals were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Experience
This house was classic "Lake Rabun" with tons of character and the location can't be beat. It was perfect for our groups consisting of two families with 4 kids between the age of 1 and 6. The hosts were very reachable and eager to please, but we didn't have to bug them much because everything was so well prepared in advance for our stay. We hope to stay here again next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

RENE S.

Liked: Cleanliness
VERY NICE PLACE
THE HOUSE WAS NICE HAD ISSUES WITH WATER HEATER LEARNED TO TAKE COLD SHOWERS
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ard C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing historic property
We loved this amazing historic vacation property. Despite its age the house looks great and has every amenity you can think of. The house comes with a grand kitchen and large dining room that can accommodate a large humber of people. We also loved that there are three king bedrooms in addition to a perfect 'kids room' with 5 beds (incl. 2 bunks). The house is fairly close to the road but Lake Rabun Road is pretty quiet, so we didn't have an issue with that. It's close to the towns of Lakemont and Clayton as well as to Tallulah River Gorge, Minnehaha Falls and Angel Falls.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Great place. Still feels like old Lakemont but with modern updates Very unique spot with lots of nice details.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dale M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Charming and Comfortable House
We recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Annabella F., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving stay at Lake Rabun
Lovely old house- such fun to be there. Design of house given great care and thought and great for a big family with lots of different ages as there is lots of space for games and for cooking and eating.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family getaway
The house was outstanding for my family. Very accommodating bedrooms and living space and you can’t beat the setting of a mountain lake. We enjoyed the living room and kitchen areas, the outdoor fire pit and stream flowing through the property. There were several great hiking options close by as well as easy access to Clayton and even the charming little downtown Lakemont area. Scotty was a great host and we would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Colleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway at Lake Rabun
This is a lovely property and a beautiful area! The house is very cozy and perfectly in keeping with a North Georgia getaway. Our family of five had plenty of room for everyone to sleep comfortably. We had friends staying nearby so we didn't use the outdoor space much, but it was great with a firepit and lots of chairs. And the owners were so kind to leave us some delicious eggs from their hen house! The house is a short easy walk to Louie's pizza and a short drive to Clayton where there are some really fun restaurants. We had a few communication issues on check-in, but that was likely due to my own technology challenges. Overall, we highly recommend the house and the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Beth G., Lawrenceville

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We stayed here for our wedding which was held across the street at the Pavilion at Lake Rabun. The property was beautiful and meet all of our needs. I loved the uniqueness and the coziness to the house. We had a small issue getting the code when checking in, as there is limited/ no cell service at the property so make sure you get this info in advance. Overall great house and good experience working with the owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Spencer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Killer house with plenty of room on a great fun lot… will definitely come back. Cheers to the hosts!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Living in History
We love the character and charm of this historic home!! We feel as though we are the newest layer of history to make memories here, such a great vibe! Location is wonderful as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vera G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A slice of heaven
This property is perfect especially if you are looking for an authentic early 1900’s lake house experience. The house inside is beautiful old wood paneling with hard wood floors. Full of antiques and interesting curios, beautiful paintings, lots of books and never ending surprises. The bedrooms are beautifully fitted with sumptuous beds and high end linens. Lots of windows that let in the natural light and beautiful mountain lake scenery. The bunk room is so lovely with its own sitting area and gas heater. Many games and books for kids were provided. ( I was with with 3 old grammar school friends and we actually fought over who would get the bunk room.) The kitchen is a dream with high end appliances and enough dishes, cookery and flatware to feed a small army. The gas range was amazing. There are lovely places to sit outside and with the babbling brook that runs right by the house, you will want to partake no matter the weather. This is truly a unique house that will make you want to never leave. Nothing has been forgotten for your comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
The cabin is wonderful. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

breckyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Perfection! We couldn’t have enjoyed our stay any more.
This place was an absolute joy to stay and enjoy. First, everything in the house was neat, tidy, and clean. I felt like I could use any dishware or pan without having to pre-wash. The layout of the house allowed everyone to have a good time but also to have some individual space for themselves. The house truly is a lake house retreat! You have wonderful views from every bedroom in the house. And the screen-in porch that runs the full length of the house is just lovely. The homeowners were easy to get in touch with and extremely helpful with any questions we had.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniella K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Hideaway
Perfect spot to get away. Family friendly. Right across from the lake. If you are interested in boating, be sure to reserve a rental in advance!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kitty S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage
House was cozy with plenty of space for our family. Loved the dining room which had beautiful view of the woods and creek. Great location across from the lake and marina.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie S., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
quintessential Lake Rabun
This house oozes charm, very cozy and very much an old school lake house. Description is very accurate, beds are super comfortable and plush, great mattresses and sheets. Bunk room would be great for kids. Lots of games available. Note there is no television which was not a problem for us but others might want one. House does have wifi but cell service in the area and on the lake in spotty, at least with ATandT. I think Verizon is better. Kitchen very well equipped although you can walk not even 100 yards to Louie's for the best pizza and The Lake Rabun Hotel for a nice dinner. Halls is across the street to rent a boat or put in your canoes or kayaks, buy ice, sundries, etc. One other note, only one shower, again probably not a problem for a family but some adults might not love sharing...Great location, easy to get back into Clayton for groceries, etc,
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary Logan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
SO charming
Vintage Rabun! The house was a dream. Old-school charm--but with uber-comfy oversize beds and a well-equipped kitchen. The grounds are beautiful, with a lovely patio and the creek running right along the house. Lake access right across the street for boats--but not swimming. Coziest charm.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kristi T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience
What a beautiful escape for our family! Great access to Lake Rabun, to nearby waterfalls for hiking , and rivers for fly fishing. Memories made for a lifetime!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home!
The house is beautiful.... you step back in time to this immaculate home! Right a food the street from the marina, Louie’s pizza and Lake Rabun Inn. Scotty and Jadon are terrific.... almost like your personal butler. Can’t say enough good things! Brian Blackshaw Blackshaw Partners
Stayed 5 nights in May 2020