Lake Escape

Sporting scenic views of Lake Petit, lofty trees, and nearby mountains along the Blue Ridge plus a great location near hiking trails, Lake Escape offers a memorable experience in nature. Family vacations and getaways with friends are welcome to make this 2,500+ square-foot, 4-bedroom, 3½-bathroom cabin rental in Big Canoe their home suite home for a while. This lakeside cabin in Dawsonville, GA, features not only relaxing amenities at the cabin but also fun things to do within the community — including swimming, fishing, kayaking, paddleboarding, golfing, and dining!

After exploring downtown and the community, return to unwind at your Big Canoe rental with serene lake views. Lounge in the sunroom with a good book, sip Appalachian moonshine on the open or covered decks, fire up the gas grill for a juicy steak dinner, or kick back on the swing on the screened deck. Inside, you’ll appreciate loads of windows framing the views and natural light. Enjoy entertainment and conversation fireside in the living room and cook up a storm in the fully equipped kitchen without missing a beat in this open-concept space.

Eat together or set up board games from home at the dining table or venture to the rec room to watch Netflix in the media space or play foosball. When it’s time for bed, this Big Canoe rental delivers in comfort and privacy. A few bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms plus access to a deck or private porch, and there’s a mix of 1 king bed, 1 Olympic-long queen bed, 1 queen bed, and 2 twin beds for up to 8 guests. There’s also free Wi-Fi to stay connected, a washer and dryer to wash towels and linens, and a paved driveway with parking for 4 vehicles to make travel easier.

Living Room
Step into the open-concept living area at your Big Canoe, GA, rental to kick back and relax by the lake. Windows line the main wall and showcase peeks of the mountains, towering trees, and beautiful lake scenes. Keep treats and soda pop on the tables and make every moment together memorable. 

When it’s chilly outside, light the gas log fireplace to make the space extra cozy with hot cocoa and a warm blanket. Chat with friends and family or crack open a new book. Better yet, plop on the sofa or curl up in an armchair with Netflix playing on the smart TV. 

Kitchen
Hungry? The kitchen at your lakeside Big Canoe rental is fully equipped with everything you need to prep and serve homemade meals as well as store leftovers from local eateries like the Montaluce Winery & Restaurant. You can cook hearty breakfasts, set out a lunch spread, bake cookies or pies, simmer dinner, and whiz up midnight margaritas!

Along with stone countertops, a tiled backsplash, an island with bar seating, and appliances — including a refrigerator, stovetop, oven, microwave, toaster oven, Keurig, and standard drip coffeemaker — you’ll have bakeware, pots and pans, dishes, glasses, cutlery, cooking utensils, and mugs. 

Dining Area
Just off the kitchen space is the welcoming dining area that boasts a large wooden table with matching chairs to complement the country-chic decor. Set the table for mealtimes with everyone and clear the space between meals for homeschool sessions, work meetings, card or board games from home, or arts and crafts.

Sunroom
Overlooking the tranquil Lake Petit, the sunroom at this cabin rental in Big Canoe features windows from floor to ceiling plus a lovely sitting area that invites YOU to relax. Curl up on the sofa and take a cat nap, sway in the rocking chair while reading a good book, or set out a cheese board and sip wine with friends. It’s a great space to let go and make memories. 

Rec Room
When you’re up for more fun, head to the rec room that features a cool foosball table! There’s a sitting area with another TV for entertainment and recliners to kick up your feet. An electric fireplace makes the space feel extra cozy in winter months, and there’s a table with chairs for added seating and function in the space. You can play cards and knock back a few Appalachian craft brews with friends.  

Bedrooms
After hanging out at the Dahlonega Arts & Wine Festival, shopping at outlet malls, or adventuring in the national forest, bedtime will be on your mind. At this Big Canoe vacation rental, there are 4 bedrooms. Enjoy a hot shower or bath before slipping into your favorite pajamas and curling up for a good night’s sleep. You can flip on bedside lamps to stay up and read or chat with your partner and wake up to peaceful tree and lake views.

The main bedroom features a king-size bed, an en-suite bathroom, and a screened-in deck with a porch swing and table. The second bedroom boasts an Olympic-long queen-size bed with an en-suite bathroom that has a tiled walk-in shower with a seat. Last but not least, there is another bedroom with a queen-size bed that shares a bathroom with the fourth bedroom that has 2 twin-size beds.

Outdoor Spaces
When you crave the great outdoors, step onto the spacious covered or open decks at your secluded Big Canoe, Georgia, rental. Relax with a mug of coffee or tea or a glass of wine or champagne while taking in the fresh mountain air. There’s plenty of outdoor seating, and you can toss burgers, veggies, or steaks onto the gas grill for cabin cookouts in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Best of all, the panoramic views of Lake Petit and soaring trees are spectacular! 

Of course, the king bedroom has a screened-in deck with a porch swing and a table with chairs for another outdoor experience on your mountain retreat. There are also fishing spots in the cove nearby, so don’t forget your fishing gear. To make travel easier, the driveway is paved and offers parking for up to 4 vehicles.

Other Amenities
Along with entertainment and scenic lake views, Lake Escape features a full-size washer and dryer to reuse provided towels and keep up with personal laundry plus complimentary Wi-Fi to keep up with emails, social media, and online shopping without missing a beat. There’s also a Google Smart Home device to check the weather, play music, and learn more about the area.

Community Amenities
What better place to stay than Big Canoe? This 8,000-acre gated community features an array of amenities for all ages and offers a one-stop place to vacation in the North Georgia Mountains. Hang out at the multimillion-dollar clubhouse, work out in the fitness center, soak tired muscles in the hot tub or sauna, splash at 4 outdoor pools, and play tennis or a few rounds at the 27-hole golf course!

Three lakes within the community offer tons of lake fun, including pontoon boats, kayaks, paddleboards, and fishing gear rentals at the marina. You can explore miles of hiking trails, check out waterfalls, visit the chapel, dine at a variety of restaurants, grab treats at the grocery store, and take the kids to play at the playgrounds and playfields. There are also 3 reception venues and even a post office.

Local Fun
Located just north of Atlanta in Dawsonville is YOUR Lake Escape. Aside from community and cabin amenities, you’ll be near tons of local things to do. You can visit museums, shop at one-of-a-kind boutiques, view folk art at Around Back at Rocky’s Place, go wine tasting, check out Amicalola Falls State Park, or traverse the Appalachian Trail with mountain views in the Chattahoochee National Forest. Day trips open up even more opportunities in nearby Jasper, Ellijay, Blue Ridge, Helen, and Dahlonega!

North Georgia Pumpkin Patches
Grab fresh produce, make your way through a corn maze, go on a hayride, play games, and sample homemade treats at local farms. 

Fausett Farms Horse Trails
Saddle up for a self-guided trail ride with water, tree, and mountain scenes in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains! 

Etowah Valley Game Preserve
For those interested in bird hunting, welcome to the Etowah Valley Game Preserve with over 650 acres of hunting land plus professional guides to lead the way. 

Important Information
While some amenities in the Big Canoe Community are free, others may require an on-site fee — please note this is not included in the rental price. 

All Big Canoe amenities are provided and managed through a third party. Georgia Cabins for YOU is not liable for amenity availability, maintenance, downtime, or closures under any circumstances.

Please note this vacation rental is not pet friendly — including service animals. Book a pet-friendly cabin in North Georgia to bring YOUR pawesome friends on vacation!