Seeking an escape to wide open spaces, miles upon miles of crops, red dirt/sand? Then country life is calling your name. Quiet cottage tucked in the middle of 250 acres of rich Georgia farmland nestled in a wooded pasture. Come enjoy the peacefulness of the country, with fields and pasture all around you as far as the eye can see. Gorgeous night skies for star gazing and a fire pit for roasting marshmallows and snuggling. Watch the leaves change colors in the fall with peanuts, cotton, corn and pecans being harvested all around you (late September through late November). Cuddle up under the covers, or soak in the hot tub on those chilly winter mornings. Spring rain showers come and go quickly to green up the land. Crops get planted in March/April and you’ll smell a mix of fresh earth and rain drops. During summer months there is sunshine for miles, and lots of sandy areas on the property to catch some rays and put your toes in the sand. You don't have to go to the beach to get a tan. You’ll also find some of the prettiest sunsets here, so be sure to snap a few pictures and send them back to your friends and family.
Enjoy the seasonal water trough soaking pool May-September as you cool off and listen to the purple martens squawk from their gourds. Soaking pool (300 gallons/2.5 feet deep) contains treated water and is warmed by the sun. Great place to soak your cares away while you enjoy your favorite brew or glass of wine. Seats 3-4 adults comfortably and doubles as a splash pool for children.
The Cottage sits on a small pond next to a Hunting Cabin (also available to rent) in the middle of a pasture where cows pass by regularly to investigate and say hello. The area is fenced (barbed wire and electric) on all sides but may not be barrier proof for all pets or children. A creek runs behind the rental and you can see tiny minnows swimming and catch frogs/toads galore. The wildlife will sing you to sleep, and the cows will meander around the back side of the Cottage to say hello or show off their new calf throughout your stay.
You've found the perfect place to escape to for peace, and to disconnect. There are plenty of places to explore on the property and natural springs all around. Feed the turtles or minnows in the shallow pond and creek, see fox squirrels, deer, foxes, armadillos, catch tree frogs, and hear the coyotes howl at night. There is even a bob cat that passes through the area regularly. Take a walk down the dirt/sandy field roads and collect arrow heads. Forage through the pasture, or along the fence line and find blackberry bushes, mulberry trees, mushrooms of all varieties, wild strawberries, citrons, honeysuckle, persimmon and pecan trees.
Great area for off roading and miles of dirt roads to ride down and explore. The Cottage is accessed by a private dirt field road that may get bumpy and muddy depending on time of year. Although normal cars can typically handle the terrain, please note that 4WD or AWD vehicles may be better suited to the access road and area. Feel free to bring your atv or dirt bike for some adventure. Field roads are also perfect for riding on bicycles or horseback.
During summer months there is a cold natural spring swimming hole about 13 miles away (Mock Spring), or visit the State Park at Lake Blackshear for fishing, boat rentals, and on the water dining 15 miles away. Ellis Brother's Pecans tourist spot is ~2 miles up the road with nut samples and all sorts of goodies. Lawn games like corn hole and croquet available upon request, or relax in the spa/hot tub as you sip some local muscadine wine and watch the sun set.
Things to do in the area:
*SAM Shortline themed train rides in Cordele - Romantic Dinners, Wine and Cheese, Sunset rides, Holiday Express, and Day out With Thomas.
*Wine Tasting at the Windsor in Americus - sample 12 different local wines.
*Golf courses in Cordele with cart rentals
*Archery and Air Gun Range at Lake Blackshear
*Big Indian Paintball course in Perry
*Harness Racing in Hawkinsville
*Peaches to the Beaches (March) or Peanut Picking Yardsale (Second Saturday in October)
*Watermelon Speedway in Cordele - Racetrack
*Great Pig Jig BBQ Festival in Vienna (November)
*Lake Blackshear Resort and State Park in Cordele - Marina, Beach, Fishing and Boat rentals, Christmas Lights, Haunted Trail.
*BearCat Bamboo Maze in Unadilla - Halloween and Christmas Events
*Calhoun Farms in Ashburn- Corn Mazes, Wagon Rides, Festivals/Events
Excursions offered (contact for details and pricing):
Wagon rides through the pasture
Feed the cows - get up close to pet them and hand feed treats.
Petting zoo - goats and calves, chickens, ducks (egg hunt) and pet the barn cats. Hand feed the animals some treats.
Or bring your own paintball/bb gun or firearm and do some target practicing. Looking for more adventure? There is also a paintball course about 20mins up the road in Perry, and there is a state park for all sorts of hunting and rifle range about 30-40 mins away.
Rental Property set-up:
-King bedroom with twin pull out couch
-Twin captain bed with twin bed trundle
-Living room with sofa/pull out full sized bed and two chairs.
-Walk in shower with small 6 inch threshold to enter.
-Kitchen with gas stove, island with two stools, and seating at dinning room table for 7.
-Front porch and back porch
-Private inflatable hot tub
-Fire pit and fire wood
-Stacked washer and dryer
Come explore the peace and quiet of South Georgia surrounded by nothing but fields and pasture. Dogs of all sizes welcome (3 dogs max) with a single pet cleaning fee. Horses permitted but must be disclosed at time of booking. Hay is additional fee. Cow corral doubles as paddock, with primitive shelter and water trough. Additionally, the Arena in Unadilla boards horses and does horse camps (<15mins away).
Need more space or planning an event? We have two rental properties around the pasture pond and one rental property about 1.5miles away. Contact for possible discount on booking together.
No unauthorized gatherings. All event/parties/get togethers etc. with more than 10 people on premise must be approved prior to booking and require rental of both Cottage and Cabin. All guests (adults/children) and pets need to be disclosed during the time of booking.
