Paws Awhile

Welcome to Paws Awhile, a 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom mountain home hosted by Georgia Cabins for YOU. Located inside the gated Big Canoe community in the North Georgia mountains, this charming cottage-style retreat blends warm knotty pine interiors with two stone fireplaces, sweeping mountain views, and a screened porch made for lingering — an ideal base for families and small groups who want authentic mountain living alongside Big Canoe’s world-class amenities.

Living Room

The open-concept main level sets a welcoming tone with warm knotty pine walls, gleaming hardwood floors, and natural light streaming through large windows with mountain views. Two leather reclining sofas face a dramatic stone fireplace with a large flat-screen TV mounted above.

– Stone fireplace with decorative screen
– Large flat-screen TV
– Two leather reclining sofas
– Hardwood floors, knotty pine walls
– Ceiling fan
– French door access to screened porch and deck

Kitchen

The fully equipped kitchen makes home cooking effortless, with granite countertops, ample cabinetry, and a center island with bar seating for 2.

– Kitchen island with 2 bar stools
– Granite countertops
– Refrigerator with ice/water dispenser, electric range, microwave, dishwasher
– Coffee maker, electric kettle
– Tile backsplash

Dining Area

The dining area flows naturally off the living room, seating 6 beneath a warm chandelier with easy access to the outdoor spaces just through the French doors.

– Seats 6 at a wicker-chaired dining table
– Chandelier lighting
– Sideboard/buffet
– French door access to screened porch and deck

Bedrooms

Three bedrooms across multiple levels — 2 kings and 2 twins — sleep up to 6 guests, with a bonus sleeper sofa in the loft.

– Primary suite: king bed, vaulted knotty pine ceiling, stone fireplace, flat-screen TV, sitting area with armchairs, and en suite with double vanity, jetted soaking tub, and walk-in glass shower
– Second bedroom: king bed, modern rustic furniture, en suite with tub/shower combo
– Third bedroom: 2 twin beds, full bath access
– Loft: sleeper sofa, dedicated workspace

Outdoor Spaces

Paws Awhile delivers on outdoor living from front to back. Start mornings in the rocking chairs on the covered front porch with seasonal mountain views. The screened porch is a standout — cushioned wicker sofa, swivel chairs, coffee table, and a ceiling fan make it a year-round favorite. Out on the open deck, a round outdoor dining set and gas grill set the scene for alfresco evenings with open mountain views behind you.

– Screened porch with wicker sofa, swivel chairs, and coffee table
– Open deck with outdoor dining table and chairs
– Gas grill
– Seasonal mountain views
– Front porch with rocking chairs

Other Amenities

– WiFi
– Washer and dryer
– 2 stone fireplaces (living room + primary bedroom)
– Multiple flat-screen TVs
– Ceiling fans throughout
– Fully stocked kitchen

Community Amenities

Spread across 8,000 acres, the gated Big Canoe community adds a whole other dimension to your stay. As guests of this North Georgia mountain home, you’ll have access to one of the most well-appointed mountain communities in the state.

– Championship golf — 27 holes, practice green, driving range, pro shop
– Swimming pools — indoor saltwater, seasonal outdoor pool, kiddie pools
– 20+ miles of scenic hiking trails — waterfalls, mountain biking, wildlife
– Marina at Lake Petit — pontoon boats, kayaks, rowboats, canoes, fishing gear
– Beach Club at Lake Disharoon — rock slide, lounge dock, volleyball, paddleboards
– Clubhouse at Lake Sconti — events, drinks, and gorgeous lake views
– Tennis, pickleball, bocce, and racquetball courts
– Family extras — playfields, playgrounds, dog park, picnic areas
– Exclusive dining — Duffer’s, Black Bear Pub, Mountains Grill
– Wellness Center — spa, sauna, massage therapy, fitness equipment, yoga, Zumba

Local Fun

Everything you need is close — and most of it is right inside the gates.

– Duffer’s Grill — 2.1 miles
– Clubhouse at Lake Sconti — 1.3 miles
– Big Canoe Golf Course — 1.4 miles
– Lower Falls Trailhead — 1.1 miles
– Marina at Lake Petit — 1.2 miles

Important Information

The driveway is flat and paved; there are approximately 4 steps to enter the home.

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! 

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.

Motorcycles are not permitted inside the community.