Historic Vacation Rentals in North Georgia
Add a unique touch of local charm to your next visit with a stay at a historic vacation rental 📜 in the North Georgia mountains!

Historic Vacation Rentals in the North Georgia Mountains
These spaces offer one-of-a-kind opportunities to immerse yourself in the local history and charm. In addition, they are some of the highest-rated cabins for rent in North Georgia mountains!
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Historic Vacation Rentals in the North Georgia Mountains
These historic North Georgia vacation rentals provide a memorable experience that can’t be matched at a traditional chain hotel.
Historic Rentals near Dahlonega, GA
There are plenty of rental cabins in the Georgia mountains, but these historic vacation rental options have character that isn’t usually found in newer places.
100-Year-Old Cabin on the Chestatee River
All rooms face the water in this stunning 100-year-old log and stone cabin on the Chestatee River. The historic home features irresistible vacation spaces like a game room, reading area, solarium, and a riverside platform!
No children, no pets, no events, and no smoking are allowed.
- Click to see availability and pricing for this VRBO rental rated 5.0 (50+ reviews)
Former 19th Century Schoolhouse / Cottage
Originally built in 1848, The Schoolhouse Cottage features the same wood floors that school children walked across over 170 years ago. The beautifully restored two-room schoolhouse is a piece of history in itself but also includes a gallery of historic images of Dahlonega and North Georgia from an archived collection. Modern amenities allow you to appreciate the history that surrounds you while still enjoying the comforts of the 21st century.
This is one of the most generous pet-friendly cabins in North GA — up to 3 dogs are allowed with no pet fee charges (see pet policy for details). No events and no smoking are allowed.
- This pet-friendly cabin does not charge a pet fee!
- Click to see availability and pricing for this VRBO rental rated 4.9 (20+ reviews)
Historic Rentals near Clayton, GA
These vacation rentals near Clayton, Georgia provide a fun way to step back in time via your choice of lodging.
Historic Mountain Log Cabin
Enjoy simple mountain life at Wiley Mountain Lodge, a roomy century-old Georgia-made log cabin featuring locally pressed tin tile, cedar beams, and quartz stone. Charming sleeping loft for kids and outdoor sleeping porches for easy napping among the sounds of nature.When first constructed over 100 years ago, the Mountain Laurel Inn welcomed North Georgia’s first visitors off the trains at Wiley Station. Horse-drawn buggies brought guests to the front steps of what was is now the Wiley Mountain Lodge.
Today, the lodge is the perfect combination of nostalgic coziness merged with modern comforts (including a jetted hot tub). Unique touches include 2 outdoor showers and a full outdoor bathroom!
No pets, no events, and no smoking allowed.
- Click to see availability and pricing for this VRBO rental rated 4.8 (45+ reviews)
Historic Restored 1929 Caboose
Take a trip back in time in this fully restored historic 1929 caboose! Although this train car does not actually travel anywhere, you’ll enjoy the charm of the vintage C&O caboose that has just enough space for a cozy getaway for 2. This antique caboose has modern comforts, including heat, air conditioning, hot water, wifi, refrigerator, microwave, and 2 HDTVs. The full bathroom is located in the silo, standing adjacent to the caboose.It is located only a mile from Lake Burton and next to the historic general store-turned antique store, Black Bear Creek Antiques.
No children are allowed in this historic rental. No pets or smoking allowed.
- Click to see availability and pricing for this VRBO rental rated 4.9 (45+ reviews)
Historic Rentals at Lake Rabun, GA
Enjoy a relaxing time at this historic old barn that could be the perfect space for your next North Georgia vacation rental!
The Barn at Lake Rabun
This 100-year-old barn has been renovated in the style of a European hunting lodge. Located on 2 beautifully landscaped acres with views of Lake Rabun, The Barn at Lake Rabun is perfect for reunions, small corporate retreats, or multi-couple vacations.
This large rental home features 6 King suites, each with a private bath plus a bunk room with 1 Queen and 3 Twin Bunks. Create gourmet meals in the commercial-style kitchen, then enjoy the fire pit, large deck, and beautifully lit grounds outside. Watch movies or games together from the large media room. Relax outside on the expansive 1,000 square foot deck and take in striking sunset views of light shimmering across the water and through the trees!
No loud events, pets, or smoking allowed.
- Click to see availability and pricing for this VRBO rental rated 5.0 (10+ reviews)
Historic Rentals on Lake Burton, GA
Enjoy lazy afternoons by the lake at this historic vacation rental on Lake Burton in North Georgia.
Historic Lake Cottage near Tiger
This charming lakefront cottage was originally built in 1928 with lumber milled from the site! Enjoy beautiful sunset views from the tree swing, hammocks, the dock, or sitting around the first pit. Take the on-site kayaks or canoes out on Lake Burton near Tiger, GA.
- Click to see availability and pricing for this VRBO rental rated 5.0 (10+ reviews)
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For other great places to stay in the North Georgia mountains, click to learn more about
- Lakefront Rentals with a Boat
- Vineyards Where You Can Stay Overnight
- North Georgia treehouse rentals
What is your favorite type of historic lodging in North Georgia?
I personally love this great and eye-opening post on the historical vacation rentals in north Georgia Great looking pictures and a wonderful edifice of natural water flowing in the beauty of the hills.
I love everything historical as a theologian and I love taking time apart, travelling to new places and studying nature around me, and around the world. and I think that Historical vacation rentals are a great take for me. thanks, roe this great work and keep on the good work.
So happy to hear this Nathan! Thanks for sharing!
I never thought of North Georgia as being a vacation destination. I love those quaint cottages. It seems like everything except the caboose is for more than 2 people. Is it possible for a couple to rent space in any of these vacation destinations?
I love the ability to get away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and slow down to century old destinations for a holiday.
Hi Carolyn, these rental listings are for the entire property, so some of the larger rentals may be too big for a couple traveling by themselves. However, it is common for groups of friends to go in together to split the cost of larger vacation rentals and keep everyone together to allow for more bonding time during vacation!
I was looking at the Yellow bird cottage in Cleveland, looks beautiful. What kind of food places does the town of Cleveland have, my partner and I are big steak lovers. Also I see there’s a water park near by, what months does this open? or if its easier when does it close?
Hi Sam, The water-based attractions are generally open daily from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and sometimes they open on weekends outside of those dates if the weather is warm enough.
Cleveland has a handful of casual restaurants to choose from (try Clyde’s for steak), or venture over to nearby towns of Helen or Dahlonega for even more options.
Many of these cabins are truly stunning and it sure sounds like Northern Georgia is the perfect place to vacation if you’re looking for a little R and R and you have a love of all things history. I especially like the Mountain log cabin and the fact that it sleeps eight. Would be a great place to rent and have family meet up so we could enjoy a weekend together.
Hi Alicia, I’ve traveled with groups of family and friends to many destinations, and it’s always nice to have a place that can accommodate us all! Enjoy!
Hi Alyce
Thanks for sharing your views on the historic vacation rentals in North Georgia .your selection of historic cabins is awesome. I liked restored 1929 caboose and the yellow bird cottage lot. There is so much to enjoy in North Georgia and your every article makes me more excited to visit the place. Cost and comfort wise it is excellent.
Warm Regards,
Gaurav Gaur
Hi Guarav, Those are both really unique vacation rentals in North Georgia. I know you’ll have a great stay at either one!
I love the look of cabins. And i want to go here now! they look great. What is the cheapest one I could stay at? I think i love the idea of living here but as it says in the title. it’s only rentals, Which Cabin is the best to stay in? Here in Orlando we have a place called Camp Ocala and they have cabins but we don’t have the views like this post shows.
Thanks for the great post!
The Former 19th Century Schoolhouse / Cottage has the lowest average cost per night. However, if you have a large group, it may be more economical to split a big rental with your group and spend more time together!