With 5 acres and a short walk to Sisson Lake frontage, the ‘Smiling Goat’ is the perfect spot for your peaceful getaway to Blue Ridge! This luxurious 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom vacation rental cabin provides everything you need for a stress-free trip, including 2 fully equipped kitchens, 2 stone fireplaces, charcoal and gas grills, and a private hot tub. Venture to town to take a ride on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, hike to the lake to fish, or visit local vineyards, shops & eateries. -- THE PROPERTY -- 2,500 Sq Ft | Fire Pit | 4.7 Mi to Blue Ridge Scenic Railway Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed INDOOR LIVING: Smart TVs w/ cable, 2 fireplaces (gas & woodburning), dining table, ceiling fans OUTDOOR LIVING: Private hot tub, private pond, covered deck w/ pond & wildlife views, patio, gas grill, ample outdoor seating, charcoal grill, gas grill, picnic table w/ umbrella, hiking trail to lake 2 KITCHENS: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, microwave, coffee maker, toaster, blender, Crockpot, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, spices GENERAL: Free WiFi (fiber optic), linens & towels, central air conditioning & heating, complimentary toiletries, washer & dryer, hair dryer, iron & ironing board, hangers, trash bags & paper towels FAQ: Stairs required to access, 5 active exterior security cameras (facing out) PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- THINGS TO SEE & DO: Expedition: Bigfoot! The Sasquatch Museum (2.5 miles), Blue Ridge Adventure Park (3.5 miles), Bear Claw Vineyards & Winery (4.5 miles), Blue Ridge Scenic Railway (4.7 miles), Tank Town USA (11.6 miles), The Lilly Pad Village (12.9 miles), Appalachian Trail Rides (horseback riding, 14.6 miles), Serenberry Vineyards (15.8 miles), Toccoa River Swinging Bridge (36.8 miles) OUTDOOR RECREATION: Private pond (on-site), Sisson Lake (~500 feet), Fall Branch Falls (10.3 miles), Morganton Point Recreation Area (11.5 miles), Blue Ridge Lake (11.7 miles), Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests (12.0 miles), Ron Henry Horseshoe Bend Park (15.7 miles), Long Creek Falls (28.8 miles), Amicalola Falls State Park (31.5 miles), Appalachian Trail Southern Terminus (31.7 miles) DINING NEARBY: Black Sheep Restaurant (4.5 miles), Southern Charm Restaurant (4.7 miles), Harvest on Main (4.8 miles), Fightingtown Taven (4.9 miles), Blue Jeans Pizza & Pasta (5.2 miles), Back Porch Bistro (12.7 miles), River Street Tavern (12.7 miles), Cajun Depot Grill (13.2 miles), Toccoa Riverside Restaurant (13.5 miles) AIRPORTS: Chattanooga Airport (77.2 miles), Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (97.8 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property requires stairs to access - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 5 active exterior security cameras located on the front of the cabin facing the driveway, parking area, and garage. These cameras do not look into any interior spaces. They do record video and sound when activated by motion. There are 2 inactive security cameras on the deck