Southern Orchard House - Blue Ridge

Escape to a private 15-acre luxury estate just minutes from Blue Ridge, GA, featuring a waterfall pool, barrel sauna, hot tub, and space for 20 guests.

Designed for unforgettable group stays, this 6,000+ sq ft retreat blends high-end comfort with privacy, with no steep roads and all-paved access. Less than 15 minutes to Blue Ridge and 10 minutes to McCaysville.

*** PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS ***
- Heated Waterfall Pool (80 degrees May - Sept, additional heating available year-round, details below)
- Private 15+ acre estate with creek
- Barrel Sauna
- 8-person hot tub (year-round) w/TV viewing
- Sleeps up to 20 guests (4 king bedrooms & 2 queen bunkrooms w/6 queen beds)
- 2 game rooms + outdoor fire pit (w/wood included)
- 2 outdoor grills (Weber and Kamado style with propane included)
- Fully-stocked chef's kitchen
- Wolf gas oven and stovetop
- Coffee Bar: Keurig, Drip Coffee Maker, Bean Grinder, Coffee Filters, K-cups
- Whole home generator
- High-quality cotton linens and towels
- Game room games: pool table, foosball, ping pong table, darts, corn hole, poker chip set, and board games
- Treehouse & playground
- Wrap around covered porches
- Essential supplies & pantry items
- 500 Mbps Internet speed
- EV friendly! Level 2 charging on site
- Dedicated office space for work/study
- Full size washer & dryer (laundry detergent included)
- Hotel-sized toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, soap)
- Hair dryers in all bathrooms
- Professional interior design
- Private Chef, Grocery Delivery, and Concierge services are available for an additional charge.
*** Additional pool heat to 85° or heating from October through April is available, contact us for a quote ***

***SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS***
4 King Bedroom & 2 Queen Bunkrooms (6 queen beds total) & 4.5 Bathrooms

Main level:
1 King bedroom with en-suite bath, stone shower with double shower heads, double vanity, and jetted tub.

Upper level:
2 extremely large King bedrooms with a shared full bath (tub/shower combo). Each upstairs King bedroom has a vanity area with makeup mirror and hair dryer.

Lower Level:
3 bedrooms: 1 King with en-suite bath, 1 bunk room with 4 Queen beds and another bunk room with 2 Queen beds. Bunk rooms have a shared bath with large shower, double sinks, vanity area, and separate private toilet room.

*** WHY GUESTS BOOK ***
- Luxury amenities (pool, barrel sauna, hot tub, multiple grills, outdoor TV, and more)
- Multiple hangout areas inside and out
- Rare flat, enjoyable acreage for kids and families to enjoy
- Wildlife viewing that includes deer, turkey, guinea fowl, and more
- Ideal for family and multi-family gatherings, reunions, and retreats

*** ESSENTIALS & SUPPLIES PROVIDED ***
You'll find essentials like toilet paper, paper towels, and kitchen trash bags. We provide a new kitchen sponge, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent, and hand soap at all sinks. You’ll find basic pantry items like sugar, sea salt, a pepper grinder, and a spice rack.

*** HEART OF BLUE RIDGE AREA ACTIVITIES ***
There are so many things to do in the Blue Ridge area and Drift Away Luxury Lodging is located in the heart of it all! From golfing, boating, biking, white water rafting, zip lining, river tubing, trout fishing, kayaking, horseback riding, paintball, and tank driving (you can even crush a car!)... to boutique/antique shopping, scenic train rides, amazing wineries, breweries, and cocktail bars, U-Pick fruit farms, and fabulous restaurants, there is absolutely something for everyone in the mountains of Blue Ridge, GA.

*** PRICING DETAILS ***
- Base nightly rate covers up to 8 guests
- Additional guests over 8: $20 per guest/per night
- Max occupancy: 20

***HEATED POOL & HOT TUB ***
The outdoor hot tub is heated year-round. Our Pool Heating Season runs from May 1 to September 30, and the pool will be heated to a minimum of 80°. If you would like the option to warm the pool to a max of 85°, there is an additional cost. This optional cost will apply to all nights under the reservation. If pool heating is requested between October 1 and April 30, daily temperatures must remain above 35° for the duration of the guest's stay, and a fuel cost applies. NOTE: If temperatures drop below 35°, we may be unable to heat the pool.

*** NO WORRIES ***
All reservations include worry-free Accidental Damage Protection Insurance. We get it, stuff happens!

*** BLUE RIDGE RECOMMENDATIONS ***
See Drift Away®️Luxury Lodging for a list of our favorite restaurants, wineries, breweries, shops, and outdoor attractions!

*** OTHER DRIFT AWAY®️ PROPERTIES***
• Southern Hospitality Lodge – 5 King Suites + Bunk Room (6 Queens), heated pool, 12-ft hot tub, game room, fire pit. Sleeps 22. VRBO ID 1021458
• Southern Ridge Manor, a gorgeous Farmhouse with 6 PRIVATE SUITES, heated pool, putting green, pool cabana, hot tub, fire pit, mountain views, 7BR/6.5BA. Sleeps 14. VRBO ID 2240348
• Summit Sky – Brand New Mountain Modern with breathtaking long range layered mountain views, 3 King Bedrooms + Bunk Room, 3.5 bath, hot tub, game room, paved roads, minutes to downtown, Sleeps 9. VRBO ID 4880819

***CLEANING PROCESS***
Our cleaning process includes 3-Point cleaning, disinfection, and inspection. This includes a post-check-out cleaning team, a pre-check-in cleaning & staging team, and a 2-hour quality-control inspection prior to your arrival.

***PROPERTY HEALTH & SAFETY ***
We provide no-contact, keyless entry. Each property's interior is protected by smoke and carbon monoxide detectors and fire extinguishers. Some properties may have water leak detection, natural gas leak detection, and/or a fire suppression system. The property is treated monthly for pest control and prevention to mitigate insects/pests. However, since this property is in the mountains, surrounded by forest, it is impossible to keep all insects/pests away from and out of the property at all times. The exterior of each property is protected by outdoor cameras covering front and back entrances, parking areas, and/or the property perimeter. There are no cameras inside any Drift Away®️ Luxury Lodging rental properties.

The rental cabin is not childproof, and care must be exercised with children in the cabin, especially around electrical outlets, fireplaces, fire pits/tables, swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, decks, and loft railings. Any outdoor exploration on the property will be done at the Guests and party's own risk.

***This property is an animal-free zone due to very severe allergies.

***Use of fireworks & firearms are not permitted on property and a violation of Fannin County Short Term Vacation Rental Ordinance 10-24-2023.

Jodi & Steve are professional owner/operators of Drift Away®️ Luxury Lodging. Once booked, you’ll receive an email reservation confirmation along with a link to a secure portal to electronically sign the rental agreement, upload a copy of Government-issued ID for renter verification, and provide credit card for the security deposit.

A refundable security deposit in the amount of one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) is held under each reservation via credit card hold or debit card charge, prior to check in for any incidents not covered by the Accidental Damage Protection Insurance.

Please don’t hesitate to send us a message with any questions before, during, or after booking. We are happy to help!