Notes from the host
Galt's Gulch
IMPORTANT! ALL APPLICANTS, READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY: In order to make the home affordable to small as well as large groups, variable pricing is in place for 6-12 overnight occupants. In other words, the cost of the stay will be LESS for a SMALL group than for a large group. The guest will pay an additional $20 per night, TIMES THE NUMBER OF NIGHTS OF THE RENTAL for EACH occupant above a quantity of 5, up to the maximum of 12. This will be shown as “additional guest fee” in the quote. You must ACCURATELY and honestly represent the size of your group when booking, and the total rate for the stay will be calculated by VRBO and presented to you.
"GALT'S GULCH" is a 5 BR, 4.5 BA, 3-story HOME of approximately 4000 sq/ft that SLEEPS 12 (COUNTY legal limit for a 5 bedroom home) and rates you'll love! But GREAT RATES are just the start; here's why extended families, vacationers, clubs, and corporations have told us they REALLY LOVE staying here:
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* SPARKLING CLEAN FACILITIES
* 5 LARGE BEDROOMS, w/ 2 MASTER SUITES (one w/heated floors)
* HIGH END AMENITIES (the chef in your group will LOVE the WOLF COMMERCIAL OVEN);
* TWO GAME ROOMS: An 8' billiards table, ping pong, 70's vintage Brunswick Air Hockey table, Foosball, and over 20 board games;
* TWO DECKS (one covered) for relaxing and BBQing on the Weber grill (refundable cleanliness deposit required for use of grill).
* TWO comfortable GREAT ROOMS, with ROKU TVs, and an audiophile sound system;
* PARKING: A LEVEL, private, off-street paved lot just steps from your door for 4 vehicles (less if oversized vehicles involved). NO steep driveway!
* LOCATION: Mountains out your rear windows (and seasonal mountain views in every direction), and a BUBBLING STREAM leading to the UPPER AND LOWER FALLS directly below you.
* ACTIVITIES: Hike the most beautiful and longest trail in Big Canoe, with access from your rear deck, and enjoy 3 waterfalls on your way to Lake Disharoon and Mt. Oglethorpe. A short drive takes you to all Big Canoe amenities (golf, tennis, pickleball, 3 pools, 3 lakes; charges apply).
* PETS (1 DOG ONLY) accepted, with charges and limitations (must be declared at booking)
NOTE: VRBO site has many glitches. One in particular shows this home as having a hot tub. The home does NOT have one.
You'll find this and more at Galt's Gulch, in the South's premier mountain community of Big Canoe, located just 50 miles directly north of Atlanta in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.. Check our great rates on a 3-day weekend or weekly rental, and compare the amenities, parking, furnishings, and size of our home.
SPECIFIC LAYOUT/CONFIGURATION OF THE HOME:
MAIN FLOOR:
• Great Room w/ROKU YouTubeTV, Stacked Stone Fireplace
• Fully equipped Stainless/Granite Kitchen
• Dining Area (main table seats 8, add'l seating side table, 12 chairs total)
• 1st Master Suite w/King Bed, Private Tiled Bath with Shower and Jacuzzi-type jet tub, ROKU YouTubeTV/DVD
• Additional Half Hallway Bath
• Glass-enclosed, tree-top Billiard Room
• Upper Deck w/grill, seating for 12
•. Off-street parking area
TERRACE LEVEL:
• 2nd Master Suite w/King Bed, PRIVATE Full Bath, Heated Floors, ROKU TV
• 3rd King Bedroom w/ shared Full Bath / Shower
• Great Room w/50” ROKU YouTubeTV/DVD, Stereo, and dining area
• Glass-enclosed Entertainment/Game Room with ping-pong, air hockey, foosball, stereo system/CD's
• Covered Lower Deck above stream, near waterfalls
UPPER FLOOR:
• Queen Bedroom
• "Dorm" Bedroom w/2 twins, 1 bunk and Smart TV
• Shared Full Bath with tub and shower
+ Washer and dryer
Before requesting a reservation:
1. Research the area. Big Canoe is a beautiful MOUNTAIN community w/ PAVED, CURVY, INCLINED ROADS. If these bother you, this community may not be appropriate. Make sure the activities, and availability of stores and restaurants fit your needs. DO YOUR HOMEWORK, and review the Big Canoe POA website and internet videos. There are 3 SUMMER OUTDOOR POOLS, 1 YEAR-ROUND INDOOR POOL, FITNESS CENTER, 3 LAKES, 27-HOLE CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF, TENNIS, PICKLEBALL (FEES APPLY TO ALL). 25 MILES OF FREE HIKING TRAILS, streams and waterfalls.
2. Completely read my listing and rental agreement. This is a large, beautifully furnished, well-maintained, fully equipped PRIVATE HOME (NOT a hotel, cabin, or hostel), subject to community and county laws. Guests will certify to have read the rental agreement, and concur that their stay will conform to all terms and conditions, before arrival.
3. Read my reviews and my responses. Guests CONSISTENTLY rate my home as sparkling clean and completely consistent with the pictures and description in the listing, with clear and easily understood HOUSE RULES. GUESTS WILL:
1. NOT SMOKE ANYWHERE ON PROPERTY, IN THE HOME, OR ON DECKS,
2. NOT DEVIATE FROM THE NUMBER DECLARED AT BOOKING, WHICH SHOULD REFLECT THE LARGEST NUMBER OF OCCUPANTS ON ANY DAY OF YOUR STAY. THE NUMBER OF ADULTS AND CHILDREN MUST AGREE WITH THE RESERVATION. Ad-hoc guests/visitors coming onto the property are NOT allowed. The home may NOT be used as a "meet-up" place or dinner/banquet site for unpaid occupants, including bridal parties or pre/post wedding gatherings.
3. NOT BRING UNDECLARED OR UNPAID DOGS TO THE HOME. When booking the property, adding a NON-SHEDDING, 20-LB MAX DOG will generate a $250 weekly charge. Owner MAY approve a larger dog based upon the situation. A second dog, ONLY if approved, will generate a similar charge. Falsification of the booking and bringing non-disclosed or unpaid day or overnight occupants or animals to the home will result in termination of the rental without refund, and eviction from the home.
4. OBSERVE STANDARDS OF CARE AND CLEANLINESS IN THE HOME. I provide plenty of drink coasters, disinfectant, rags, and grill-cleaning materials. BEFORE DEPARTURE, GUEST WILL RETURN ALL COMPONENTS OF THE GRILL AND ALL KITCHEN APPLIANCES TO THE CLEAN STATE FOUND AT CHECK-IN. GUEST WILL ADDRESS ANY SCUFFS, GRIME, DIRT, FOOD, OR LIQUIDS LEFT ON WALLS, FLOORS OR FURNITURE.
5. Completely remove all PET HAIR. Monetary penalties apply per rental agreement.
6. REMOVE TRASH DAILY to the common facility. It may not be placed outside.
7. PARK THREE VEHICLES AS SPECIFIED IN THE RENTAL AGREEMENT. Additional vehicles must be parked in the Big Canoe chapel lot. NO on-street parking.
8. NOT PERMIT PARTYING IN HOME OR ON GROUNDS, AND NO NOISE BEYOND THE PROPERTY LINE OR PUBLIC DISTURBANCES.
9. TRAVEL CURVY, INCLINED, UNLIGHTED ROADS.
10. NOT BRING MOTORCYCLES, RVs, FLATBEDS, BOATS, TRAILERS, OR OTHER TOWED VEHICLES. NO ON-STREET PARKING. . The driveway will accommodate 4 cars, but large pickups and SUVs may reduce that.
11. SUPERVISE THEIR CHILDREN WHILE IN THE HOME OR ON THE GROUNDS.
12. WASH ALL DISHES, start a load of towels, remove perishable food, and lock doors upon departure.
13. Notify owner immediately upon arrival of any cleanliness/neatness issues.
14. Pay a refundable grill cleanliness deposit before access to grill will be granted.
15. Review the home honestly, fairly, and appropriately. Your review should reflect the cleanliness/neatness of THIS HOME, and whether it conforms to the photos and description in this listing. It should NOT penalize the homeowner for things that are out of his control and unrelated to the home, such as Big Canoe roads and amenities, the weather, power and internet outages, accidents or injuries, and minor maintenance issues that do not impact the stay. It should also not criticize the house rules, which were presented to the guest and agreed BEFORE BOOKING. Placing responsibility for these things on the host, or ignoring/circumventing his house rules, is unacceptable. If this is your inclination, I would prefer that you select an alternate property.
Payment: 50% at booking, balance 30 days before arrival. Cancellations: full refund of amount paid if cancelled 60 days before arrival date.