Mountain Escape: Theater Room, HotTub, Fire Pit , Dog Friendly - Minutes to downtown Ellijay!

Bear Necessity, a rustic-modern log cabin in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Bear Necessity Luxury Cabin with Hot Tub, Theater & Arcade

Ellijay, GA, United States

6 guests
3 bedrooms
2.5 bathrooms

Leave everyday life behind in the peaceful Blue Ridge Mountains. Tucked among the trees in Coosawattee River Resort, Bear Necessity is where slow mornings and unforgettable sunsets unfold. Sip coffee on the porch as deer wander past, explore Ellijay, then soak in the hot tub, gather at the fire pit under a starry sky or enjoy a movie in your private theatre. Whether with family or friends, Bear Necessity invites you to settle in, slow down and savor mountain living exactly as it should be.

Good to know

🏡 The Space Inside, warm timber interiors, soaring vaulted ceilings and a beautiful stone fireplace create create an inviting mountain retreat that's feels both wonderfully cosy and spacious. Modern comforts blend effortlessly with rustic mountain charm, giving you all the comforts of home while surrounding you with peaceful forest views. Whether everyone gathers together in the open living space or spreads out between the theatre, games room and outdoor deck, there's room for family, friends and your four-legged companion to help you reconnect, relax and make lasting memories. 🏡Main Living Area The heart of the cabin invites everyone to slow down after a day of adventure. Curl up beside the stone fireplace during cooler months, stream your favourite movie, or simply enjoy watching nature through the expansive windows. • Open-concept living area • Vaulted timber ceilings • Beautiful stacked stone gas fireplace (seasonal: late October–early April) • Comfortable lounge seating • Yamaha Bluetooth sound system • Smart TV • Forest views throughout 🍳 Kitchen & Dining Whether you're preparing a quick breakfast before hiking or a long family dinner after a day exploring Ellijay, the chef's kitchen makes cooking part of the holiday. The oversized dining table naturally becomes the gathering place for shared meals, board games and conversations that continue long into the evening. • Fully equipped chef's kitchen • Premium Viking appliances • Espresso machine and drip coffee maker • Large island with plenty of preparation space • Spacious 7-foot dining table 🛏️ Bedrooms & Bathrooms After a full day in the mountains, everyone has their own comfortable retreat to unwind. Plush beds, quality linens and peaceful surroundings make it easy to settle in for a restful night's sleep. 🛌 Primary Bedroom Wake to peaceful woodland views before enjoying your first coffee on the deck. • King bed • Ensuite bathroom • Smart TV • Quality linens • Spacious storage 🛌 Bedroom Two Ideal for another couple or guests wanting their own private space. • Queen bed • Comfortable furnishings • Soft linens • Easy access to shared bathroom 🛌 Bedroom Three Perfect for children, friends or additional family members. • Queen bed (or twin-over-queen if that's the actual configuration) • Comfortable bedding • Storage for luggage and clothing 🚿 Bathrooms Modern bathrooms provide everything needed to refresh after hiking, sightseeing or relaxing around the fire. • Ensuite to primary bedroom • Additional full bathroom • Fresh towels provided • Hair dryer • Complimentary starter toiletries 🎬 Entertainment Zone Rainy day? Family movie marathon? Friendly competition? We have you covered with entertainment spaces that guests consistently rave about. 🎥 Private Home Theatre Settle into your own cinema experience with a huge screen and immersive sound—perfect for movie nights everyone will remember. • 100-inch HD screen • Surround sound • Comfortable theatre seating 🕹️ Games Room Challenge each other to classic arcade games before settling the score over air hockey or foosball. • Vintage arcade games • Air hockey • Foosball • Plenty of space to relax 🌲 Outdoor Living Many guests say the outdoor spaces become their favourite part of the stay. Mornings begin on the screened porch with coffee while deer quietly wander through the property. Evenings are spent soaking in the hot tub as the sky changes colour before gathering around the fire pit beneath a blanket of stars. It's the kind of place where hours seem to disappear without anyone noticing. • Spacious screened porch • Comfortable outdoor seating • Private hot tub • Outdoor fire pit • Beautiful sunset views • Frequent wildlife sightings • Peaceful forest setting 🐾 Bringing Your Dog? Bear Necessity welcomes well-behaved furry family members too. One feature guests particularly love is the secure fenced dog run—a rare amenity in mountain cabins—allowing your pup to enjoy the outdoors safely while you relax nearby. • Secure fenced dog run • Pet-friendly cabin • Plenty of outdoor space for walks 👶 Family Friendly Travelling with little ones is easier when the essentials are already waiting for you. We've included thoughtful family amenities so you can spend less time packing and more time making memories. • Crib • Pack 'n Play • High chair • Children's dinnerware • Books • Toys 🏞️ Resort Amenities Your stay also includes access to the wonderful amenities within Coosawattee River Resort, giving you even more ways to enjoy your mountain escape. Spend a day by the pool, explore riverside parks or enjoy a friendly game of pickleball before returning to the peace and privacy of your cabin. Your complimentary resort passes include access to: • Outdoor swimming pools • Indoor heated pool • Fitness centre • Tennis courts • Pickleball courts • River parks • Tubing and fishing areas • Walking trails • Playgrounds • Recreation facilities (Two resort passes are provided, allowing access for up to eight guests.) 📍 Local Pulse Bear Necessity offers the perfect balance of peaceful mountain seclusion while keeping Ellijay's best experiences within easy reach. Spend your days discovering local wineries, scenic hiking trails, apple orchards, boutique shopping and charming cafés before returning to your own private mountain retreat. Whether you're here for outdoor adventure, a romantic getaway or simply a weekend to slow down, you'll have everything you need nearby. ⭐ A few highlights • Private hot tub • Home theater • Retro games room • Viking chef's kitchen • Espresso & drip coffee station • Gas fireplace (seasonal) • High-speed Wi-Fi • Smart TVs • Washer & dryer • Fire pit • Screened porch • Secure dog run • Family amenities • Resort access Your mountain reset will help you reconnect—with nature and with the people you are here to share it with. Whether you're watching deer wander through the trees, sharing stories around the fire or ending the day beneath a sky full of stars, Bear Necessity is the kind of place that stays with you long after you've headed home.

Other Details to Note

By submitting your reservation, you are confirming that you are 25 years old or older and that all the guests are either 25 years or older, or any who are under 25 are with their parent(s) or legal guardian (s). Proof of ID can be requested by host at anytime. Fireplace is available only in the months of end of October thru April. Hosts will not to be held responsible for items left behind after checkout.

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Pool
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Luxury Amenities

  • Air hockey table
  • Basketball court
  • Ice machine
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Security guard
  • Security system

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • BBQ
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • Hammock
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

What this place offers

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • Pool
  • TV
  • Washing Machine
  • Wifi

Luxury Amenities

  • Air hockey table
  • Basketball court
  • Ice machine
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Security guard
  • Security system

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • BBQ
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • Hammock
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Entertainment

  • Arcade machine
  • Books
  • Home theater
  • Sound system

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Barbecue utensils
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Electric blankets
  • Extra long beds (> 2m)
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Family

  • Board games
  • Children's books and toys
  • Children's tableware
  • Crib
  • High chair
  • Travel crib

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan
  • Indoor fireplace

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Gym
  • Private living room

Location features

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Mountain view
  • Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
  • Resort access

Accessibility and Availability

Neighborhood

Distances to nearby attractions: * Downtown Ellijay and Main St (12min) * Outdoor Pools (4 min) * Dog park (4 min) * Wineries and Vineyards * Engelheim Vineyard (12 miles) * Roo Mountain Vineyards (10 miles) * Chataeu Meichtry Family Vineyard (13 miles) * Cartecay Vineyards (15miles) * Ott Vineyards and Winery (12 miles) * Orchards * B.J. Reece (14 miles) * R&A Orchards (10 miles) * Panorama Orchards and Farm Market (6 miles) * Historic Downtown Blue Ridge (25min) * Blue Ridge Scenic Railway (25 min) * Cartecay River Experience (8 miles) * Tumbling Waters Trail (13 miles) * Amicalola Falls ( 26 miles)

Guest Access

The entire cabin and property are yours — make yourself completely at home. Every room, the deck, the hot tub, the theater, the firepit, and the dog run are all part of your private stay. The only spaces off-limits are a locked owner's storage closet and a locked basement storage room. Your stay also includes access to the Coosawattee River Resort amenities — outdoor pools, an indoor heated pool and fitness center, tennis and pickleball courts, river parks for tubing and fishing, and walking trails. We provide two resort passes (good for up to 8 people). It's all there if you want it, and easy to skip if you'd rather not leave the deck.

Find us

Ellijay, GA, United States

🚗 Getting Around in Coosawattee River Resort All roads leading to the cabin are fully paved, so 4-wheel drive is not necessary—no steep hills or gravel roads to worry about! Navigating the resort is simple, and you can easily reach us using any phone map app, which will guide you directly to the cabin without issue. Whether you're arriving during the day or at night, access is smooth and stress-free!

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Reviews

Daniel
April 2026
Beautiful location and home, very comfortable for our group of 6. The home had everything we needed, plenty of towels for use, the hot tub was clean and ready for use, the beds were comfortable, and the rooms had plenty of space. The kitchen was perfect, my husband, who is a chef, was so happy to cook for our whole group there! The game room/theatre was perfect for karaoke night with our group! Closest were roomy and had plenty of hangers, making everything super convenient. They had games available, which we definitely used, and everything we needed for our stay. The area had some great farmers' markets and different spots to hang out that were perfect for our vacation time, but the cabin area was so nice that we really loved hanging out there and just staying in the hot tub since the weather was perfect for it and the view was outstanding (with plenty of deer!). Would definitely recommend and would book again for sure.
Julie
February 2026
We had another great stay at The Bear Necessity! We got to relax and unwind whether we were watching the Olympics or watching the sunset from the hot tub! Can’t wait to come back again!