Blue Jay Falls Overlook Guest Guide

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Quick essentials

Wi-Fi

BlueJayFalls

Password: BlueJay!

Arrival

Check-in 4:00 PM

Check-out is 10:00 AM.

Address

1713 Old Northcutt Road

Ellijay, GA 30540

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24/7 contact

Connor Cushman

Call 770-343-2563

Mountain note

Cell service can vary. Connect to Wi-Fi when you arrive and download directions before exploring.

Cook · play · relax

Enjoy the house

Kitchen + coffee

Chef’s kitchen

Cookware, dishes, serving pieces, grilling tools and a coffee station are provided.

Dishwasher

Please enjoy your stay—our cleaning team will handle the dishes.

No garbage disposal

This home is on septic. Scrape food into the trash, and never put grease, coffee grounds or food scraps down the sink.

Games + fitness

Game room

Pool, foosball, shuffleboard, arcade games, poker/game table and lounge space.

Fitness room

Bench, dumbbells, bands, exercise ball and yoga mats.

Kids + games

Supervise children and keep food and drinks away from games and fitness equipment.

Outdoor living

Fire pit

Use only the designated fire feature and never leave a fire unattended.

Putting + games

Enjoy the putting green and outdoor games.

Recreation area

Use the multi-purpose recreation area and equipment provided at the property.

Decks

Enjoy the covered decks, outdoor dining and mountain setting.

House basics + neighbors

Occupancy

Maximum 10 registered overnight guests.

Gatherings

No parties, weddings, receptions or large gatherings unless specifically approved.

Pets + smoking

No pets. No smoking or vaping inside the home.

Quiet hours

Sun–Thu: 10 PM–8 AM
Fri–Sat: 11 PM–8 AM

Fire safety

Observe burn restrictions. Fireworks are prohibited.

Wildlife + parking

Secure food and trash. Park in designated driveway/garage spaces and keep emergency access clear.

Relax safely

Hot tub + sauna

102°

Hot tub

Please keep the temperature at 102°F.
Shower off lotions and oils before soaking.
No glass in or around the hot tub.
Replace and secure the cover when finished.
Do not adjust chemicals.
Children require adult supervision.

Sauna

Barrel sauna

Drink water before and after use.
Follow the posted operating instructions.
No glass, food or flammable items.
Children must be supervised.
Turn it off as directed when finished.

Septic reminders

Toilets: Flush toilet paper only. Never flush wipes, feminine products, paper towels, diapers, cotton products or trash.

Kitchen sinks: No grease, coffee grounds or food scraps. There is no garbage disposal—please use the trash.

Clear + easy to find

Safety + emergency

Emergency Call 911

Nearest ER: Piedmont Mountainside Emergency Room of Ellijay
370 West Highlands Drive, #150, Ellijay, GA 30540
First aid: Kitchen pantry
Fire extinguishers: Kitchen, game room and lower outdoor deck / posted locations
Smoke + CO: Main and lower levels
Assembly area: Driveway / parking area in front of the house

If you must evacuate

Alert others and leave immediately.
Use the nearest safe exterior exit.
From the lower level, use the interior stairs to the front door if safe.
Stay low if smoke is present.
Meet in the driveway/parking area and call 911.
Do not re-enter until cleared.

A curated list

Eat + explore

Eat in Ellijay

★ The Roof EllijayDinner · cocktails · rooftop atmosphere

The Butcher and BottleSteaks · seafood · date night

Cantaberry RestaurantSoups · sandwiches · lunch

The Shack of EllijayPoke · ramen · Asian fusion

Arlowe’s BakehouseCoffee · bakery · grab-and-go

Blue Ridge favorites

★ Harvest on MainRustic-polished mountain dinner

Black SheepSpecial occasion · cocktails

Ferraro’s KitchenItalian · date night

Southern CharmSouthern comfort · families

Bigfoot BiscuitsBreakfast

Sweet Shoppe of the SouthDessert stop

The Pasta MarketCasual Italian

★ Scenic RailwaySignature family outing

Mercier OrchardsSeasonal fruit · bakery · orchard

Downtown Blue RidgeShops · galleries · coffee

Check current hours and reservations.

Hikes + waterfalls

Tumbling Waters TrailApproachable scenery and water views

Toccoa River Swinging BridgeMemorable forest walk to the bridge

Long Creek FallsClassic waterfall outing

Aska Adventure AreaMultiple trail options

Springer MountainSouthern terminus of the Appalachian Trail

Amicalola FallsGeorgia’s tallest waterfall

Cohutta WildernessFor experienced hikers—plan carefully

More mountain days

Cartecay RiverSeasonal tubing and paddling

Carters LakeLake scenery, picnics and water activities

Expedition: Bigfoot!Quirky indoor / rainy-day option

Ellijay apple countryOrchards, cider and farm markets in season

Roo Mountain VineyardsMountain views, wine and cider; check current age policy

Cartecay VineyardsRelaxed Ellijay wine-country stop

Downtown EllijayHistoric square, shops and lunch

Here for a wedding?

The Falls at Blue Ridge

Blue Jay Falls Overlook is especially convenient for guests attending events nearby. The home includes a three-person get-ready station.

The rental itself may not host weddings, receptions or parties unless specifically approved.

One perfect day

Leave room to linger

Morning: Breakfast + a short hike or waterfall.
Midday: Lunch and shopping in Blue Ridge or Ellijay.
Afternoon: Orchard, winery, railway or scenic drive.
Evening: Dinner, then hot tub, sauna, fire pit and mountain air.

Local inspiration

Make a mountain day of it

Blue Jay Falls Overlook sits between two favorite North Georgia mountain towns. Pick one anchor activity, then leave a little room to linger.

Explore Ellijay

Apple country + an easy mountain-town pace

Browse the historic square, visit an orchard, enjoy the Cartecay River or pair downtown with a waterfall day.

Historic downtown: Shops, galleries, cafés and lunch around the square.
Apple country: Fresh fruit, cider, bakery treats and seasonal activities.
Local vineyards: Roo Mountain and Cartecay; check current hours and policies.

Easy plan: breakfast, the square, an orchard or vineyard, then dinner downtown.

Blue Ridge Scenic Railway train in the mountains

A day in Blue Ridge

Ride the rails + wander downtown

Build a day around the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, downtown boutiques and galleries, Mercier Orchards or the lake.

Scenic Railway: Reserve early for fall and holiday dates.
Downtown: Coffee, sweets, shopping and an unhurried lunch.
Mercier Orchards: Market, bakery and seasonal fruit.

Dinner favorites include Harvest on Main, Black Sheep, Ferraro’s Kitchen and Southern Charm.

Between two mountain towns

Approximate drive times

Downtown Ellijay10–12 minutes

Expedition: Bigfoot!10–15 minutes

Downtown Blue Ridge20–25 minutes

Mercier Orchards20–25 minutes

The Falls at Blue RidgeAbout 2 minutes or a short walk

Blue Jay Falls OverlookYour mountain home base

Times may change with traffic, weather and mountain-road conditions.

Amicalola Falls surrounded by North Georgia forest

Choose your mountain day

Slow, family or outdoors?

The slow dayDowntown Ellijay, an orchard or vineyard, then the hot tub.

The family dayScenic Railway, treats downtown, then games at the cabin.

The outdoor dayOne waterfall or trail, a late lunch, then sauna and stars.

North Georgia by season

A different kind of magic all year

Spring: waterfalls + wildflowers

Summer: river + lake days

Fall: apples + foliage

Winter: cozy mountain time

Weather, operating days and seasonal activities can change. Check before heading out.

Rainy-day + family fun

A cloudy forecast can still be a good day

Try Expedition: Bigfoot!, downtown browsing, Mercier’s market and bakery or the Scenic Railway in light weather.

Or stay in: pool, foosball, shuffleboard, arcade games, a movie, sauna and a long conversation.

Before you go

A simple checkout

1Check for personal belongings.
2Place trash in the designated outdoor bins.
3Return used items to their place.
4Turn off lights, TVs and small appliances.
5Close and lock doors and windows.

Something isn’t right?

Please contact us while you’re here so we have the opportunity to make it right.

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Check-out is 10:00 AM. Safe travels home!

We’re so glad you’re here.