Rustic Historical Cabin near Wineries & Gold Mines

Step into the past with the comforts of the present in this newly restored cabin. The nature of this cabin will take you back to a time when horse & carriage was the means of travel & sleeping porches were a thing.

Features:
4 Comfy Queen Size Beds
Large Screened Porch with Swing
Firepit
Modern Kitchen
Large Family Table
Antique Furniture
WiFi
Secluded

The House
The earliest construction of the Porter Springs Farmhouse pre-dates the Civil War & has been continuously owned by the same family. It was part of the Queen of the Mountains hotel & resort, situated just a short distance from the Farmhouse & was located in what was known as the community of Porter Springs. Queen of the Mountains, referred to by family as “The Old Hotel,” was a summer get-away for many people in Atlanta because of the cooler weather & the legendary benefits of the springs on the property. Dinner was enjoyed with orchestral music & there was a bowling alley & other entertainments. Cold outdoor showers were the norm because running water was not available. Travel from Atlanta was usually a two-day journey by coach, with a stop in Gainesville.

It’s believed that Porter Springs Farmhouse began as a caretaker’s or hunter’s cabin. The house was given to my great uncle by my great-great grandfather, Colonel Henry Patillo Farrow, the owner of the Old Hotel. The original house constitutes the oldest part of the Farmhouse & includes the living room & two bedrooms, all having painted surfaces. The “newer” part of the house is the log portion. Construction began in 1909 when my great-uncle learned that his future bride’s dream was to live in a log house. The wood used to build the Farmhouse consists of some American Chestnut, which grew prolifically around the house until the blight in the early 1940’s. The house was added onto over the years with whatever wood was available on the surrounding land.

Throughout the generations, the Farmhouse has been a gathering place for young & old alike. Games were a beloved past time, family gatherings were common & practical jokes abounded. Frog gigging at night, making corncob pipes for rabbit tobacco, visiting Trahlyta’s grave (Stonepile Gap) in the dark to see if she’d speak to visitors, hiking Blood Mountain & telling ghost stories were some of the favorite memories of the older generation.

Because the house is so old, we have unwelcome visitors from time to time & you might see a mouse. However, we have made them feel so unwelcome in recent years that it’s a rare occurrence. There is also the dust factor. Try as we might to clean the house, it just sheds dirt & dust. Therefore, a visit to Porter Springs Farmhouse isn’t for everyone but the person who appreciates history & can imagine camping indoors with the comforts of heat, air conditioning, internet, dishwasher, big-screen tv, home office & oven/stove.

Explorations
Around the house, you’ll see some evidence of the Old Hotel. Some fun explorations include spending some time with the green benches on the front porch where late 1800’s visitors to the Old Hotel carved their names into the benches. Try googling them & see what you can learn! Also on the porch are lights on both sides of the front door that are taken from old stagecoaches. Try writing a story about what it would be like to ride in a stagecoach! Inside the house, the dining room furniture is original to the house & the dining room table is from the Old Hotel.

Because rodents were always a problem in the past (sometimes in the present!), the kitchen cabinets are protected by hooks on the interior & wooden locks on the exterior. Similar locks were employed on bathroom, bedroom & exterior doors. The windows are “locked” with wooden locks & a nail. Feel free to explore the house & all of the interesting ways in which every day life was lived.

Sites &Sounds
Many different animals have been raised over the years at the Farmhouse including chickens, goats & most recently, Angus cattle. Today, neighbors raise Angus cattle & they surround the Farmhouse. Grazing on private property, they come close enough to the house to hear them chewing the grass, snorting & calling out to their young. Because bulls are also present, wandering the pasture or going down to the creeks is absolutely forbidden. Dogs must be leashed when they go outside so they don’t risk running into the pasture & getting injured or spooking the cattle.

There are many other animals around the house. We have seen bears, deer, turkeys & hear the calls of many birds, including owls. Our favorite place to sit & enjoy the wildlife is the front porch where there is a frequent breeze - even on the hottest days.

Please note: This is an old cabin that has been updated. It still has a lot of old cabin quirks & features. The fireplaces are not functional! They were kept for their historical value.

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BEFORE YOU BOOK:
-Area wide power outages are common in the mountains & no refunds will be given if an area wide power outage happens during your stay. No refunds will be given for weather related cancellations.

-Please be aware that you will be receiving a link to our booking contract via text within 24 hours of making your reservation. If you do not see it come through, please let us know as it must be signed. We are happy to answer any questions about its contents.

-This property has all private amenities & is self-check-in. We will text you information pertinent to your stay including a link to our booking agreement (shortly after reserving), a link to the property guidebook that includes the address & important directions (3days before check in) the code to the smart lock on the door (around 2:30 pm the day of check in)

-Our cancellation policy is firm but if there are other dates you would like to move a reservation to. The fee for this will vary from $150 - $300 depending on the cabin, how close to the check in date your reservation currently is & availability.

-Pet Fee is $75 per dog. We only allow dogs. No cats. Pets shall always be secured within the boundaries of the property. If the property is not fenced, pets must be kept on a leash & always accompanied by the pet owner while outside. If you plan to go out & leave your dog at the cabin, please know that we require they be crated in your absence.

-If smoking takes place on the property during your stay, we will charge you $250 to deodorize & clean the property.

-No amplified sound equipment can be used outdoors between the hours of 10pm & 8am Sunday - Thursday & not between the hours of 11pm & 8 am Friday & Saturday.

- We cannot absolutely honor early check in requests, but we will do our best to accommodate them. Reservations requesting an early check in will not be refunded if we cannot honor the time requested. This is done to benefit the guest so that the property is completely clean & ready at their arrival at 4pm.

STARTER SUPPLIES & ESSENTIALS:
-Suches Vacation Rentals provides a starter supply of basic items to help you settle in comfortably upon arrival. Starter Kit Includes:

Kitchen Trash Bags – 5 (located under the kitchen sink)
Paper Towels – 1 roll per kitchen
Toilet Paper – 3 rolls per bathroom
Body Soap – Small sample bar soaps (included in the welcome kit in the kitchen)

-Please note that this is a starter kit only. If you anticipate needing additional supplies during your stay, we recommend bringing them with you or purchasing them locally.

-As coffee & laundry detergent are often personal preferences, these are not provided—we encourage you to bring your own.

-We do provide an ample supply of:
Dish soap & dish detergent
Shampoo & conditioner
Hand soap

LINEN & TOWELS:
-Suches Vacation Rentals is located in a beautiful yet remote area of the North Georgia Mountains. Because professional linen services are not available locally, all laundry is handled in-house with care. We provide one bath towel & wash cloth per guest according to the max occupancy of a cabin.

-If you need extras, you’ll find a set of “seconds” under the bathroom counter. These are clean, repurposed towels that may show light wear or minor imperfections, but are freshly washed & perfectly suitable for use.

**We truly appreciate your understanding & support as we work to conserve resources while maintaining a comfortable stay for every guest.**

SPICES:
-We typically provide basic spices such as salt & pepper. If you have specific preferences, we recommend bringing your own.

24/7 GUEST SERVICES:
-Suches Vacation Rentals are available by text or phone 24/7. The number to reach us will be provided in check-in information. You will hear a menu listing who is reachable at the time of your call. Our reservations person is available 9-5 for general assistance, guest services, for requests that require in person attention, from 5-10 pm, & from 10pm to 9am someone will be available for rental emergencies. If you are experiencing a medical emergency or immediate danger please call 911.

LOCAL GUIDE & GUEST SUPPORT:
-Each of our cabins includes an “Experience the Mountains” manual filled with handpicked recommendations for hikes, sightseeing & local dining.

-When you book with Suches Vacation Rentals, you’re not just reserving a cabin—you’re getting a local experience. Our goal is to help you connect with the beauty of Suches & discover activities you’ll truly enjoy while exploring the Chattahoochee National Forest.

-Need recommendations? We’re happy to help!

Calls: Available from 9 AM – 5 PM
Text: Available 24/7 for your convenience

You’ll always be connected with a real team member—no AI, just genuine local support. If you are experiencing a medical emergency or immediate danger please call 911.

CLEANLINESS YOU CAN TRUST!
-With over 5,000 stays & nearly 10,000 reviews, our commitment to cleanliness & guest comfort speaks for itself. We take great pride in maintaining high standards so you can relax & enjoy your stay with confidence.

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