When booking renting a cabin it is important to keep the following in mind:
Wildlife
DO NOT leave anything edible outside at night. Make sure the garbage can lid is on tightly. There may be bears in the area.
Hiking
Kids/Adults: Watch out for snakes & spiders as well as other biting/stinging creatures. We suggest carrying a walking stick with you.Dogs: Please watch your pets. While taking in all the wonderful woodland scents they may come across things that sting or bite. Neither Gilmer nor Fannin county have leash laws. You will occasionally find that an irresponsible pet owner has let their dogs run free. For your dog’s protection, please keep him or her on a leash and be on alert for other dogs.
Outside Cooking
After using the grill, please scrape it off to reduce food smell. Please do not leave any food, including pet food outside. Food left outside has been known to attract opossums, raccoons, field mice and even black bears.
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Inside the Cabin
We have a pest control company that services the cabins regularly. However, no matter how tight the house, it’s amazing what can get in! It is not uncommon to see ants, flies, scorpions, ladybugs and spiders inside. Always shake out your shoes before putting them on. Be sure to look before getting into the tub or sitting on the toilet.
On the Deck
You may come across what looks like a bumble bee, however these may be carpenter bees which do not sting. Please note, there are wasps in the North Georgia Mountain during different times of the year and they do sting!
Plumbing
Most of our cabins are on a septic system. To avoid system back-up, be sure you DO NOT flush wet wipes, condoms, feminine products or cat litter.
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Hot Tub
Please rinse off before entering!Do not set the heat higher than 104 degrees.WARNINGS: DO NOT let children operate or leave them unattended at any time.DO NOT add anything to the water (oil, bubbles, soap, etc.).BE AWARE that hot tubs increase the effects of alcohol.BE CAREFUL using the stairs returning from your soak.DO NOT let dogs in the tub. It is both unhealthy for the dog and the tub. The cleaning crew charges extra to remove pet hair.When you leave, do not turn the temperature down, leave it warm.
Smoking
Smoking is NOT permitted inside the cabin, on the decks or porches. Cigarette butts should be disposed of in the outside garbage. DO NOT throw butts in the woods or on the ground. Smokers will be charged a fee if any smoking occurs, or if evidence of smoking is found.
Candles
Please do not place candles anywhere they are not intended to be. Counter tops, shelves, arm chairs, and hot tubs are just a few places young romantics have put candles and have caused damage. We do not provide candles for cabins and prefer them not to be used.
No Illegal Drugs Whatsoever!
Insects
Ladybugs:In recent years those trying to eradicate pests without using chemicals have introduced ladybugs (Asian Lady Beetles) to the U.S. There are two seasons when they swarm, Spring and Fall. If you are staying in a mountain view cabin when the weather changes during either season, you may end up sharing your cabin with these ladybugs. They like the bright light of windows and can get in through the tightest spots. To date, chemicals don’t affect them. Luckily they don’t sting, but can be a nuisance.
Chiggers or Red Bugs:When out hiking or walking around the woods you will probably need to apply bug spray. There are tiny little bugs called chiggers that will get in your clothes. You will not know they are there until you wake the next morning with bug bites…in private places.
**From time to time, the North Georgia Mountains experience an influx of ladybugs and the hibernation of wasps. While every effort has been made to assure the cleanliness of your property, these insects may be attracted to the warmth of the cabin. In most cases, the wasps are very lethargic and may be dispatched readily (just swat them!) Please accept our apologies if this should cause any undue concern.
