1 Hour 45 Minutes from Chattanooga
Your Cabin Getaway from Chattanooga
Lakefront mountain cabins on Lake Chatuge in Hiawassee, GA — a short, scenic drive from Chattanooga through the Ocoee River Gorge. Mountains, lake, and porches with a view.
Hiawassee, Georgia
Mountains and a Lake — 1.5 Hours Away
Chattanooga has the Tennessee River. Hiawassee has 7,500 acres of calm mountain water surrounded by the Blue Ridge. They're not the same thing.
Most Chattanooga residents have driven US-64 East at least once — through the Ocoee River Gorge to Ducktown and across the state line into Georgia. What many don't know is that just 30 minutes past that state line, tucked into the North Georgia highlands, is a 7,500-acre lake surrounded by mountains on every side.
Lake Chatuge is where Tranquille Resort sits — 7 standalone lakefront cabins on 600+ feet of private shoreline. You won't find this combination near Chattanooga: calm mountain water, a private dock, kayaks and pontoons on demand, and cabins that feel like a real retreat rather than a crowded rental.
The town of Hiawassee is small and unhurried. Brasstown Bald — Georgia's highest peak — is 20 minutes away. Crane Creek Vineyards is 10 minutes. And Helen's Bavarian village is a 40-minute day trip if you want something livelier. But most guests find they don't leave the property much.
7 Cabins
Lakefront Cabins for Every Group
From intimate studios to a 3-bedroom lodge that sleeps 10. Every cabin includes lake and mountain views, a full kitchen, Wi-Fi, Smart TV, and is pet-friendly.
The Red Cabin #1
Cozy lakeside retreat with mountain & lake views
The Blue Cabin #2
Cozy lakeside retreat with mountain & lake views
The Green Cabin #3
Cozy lakeside retreat with mountain & lake views
The White Cabin #4
Cozy lakeside retreat with mountain & lake views
The Lodge #5
Spacious 3-bedroom home on the lake
The Lake House #6
Two bedrooms with stunning lake views
The Loft #7
Romantic retreat for two
Explore the Area
More Than a Lake — A Region Worth Exploring
Hiawassee puts you at the center of the best hiking, waterfalls, wine, and mountain scenery in the Southeast.
Brasstown Bald
Georgia's highest peak at 4,784 ft — 360-degree views of four states from the observation tower.
20 min from resort
Ocoee River Gorge
World-class whitewater on your drive in — the 1996 Olympic kayak venue is less than an hour from the resort.
50 min from resort
Helen, GA
Charming Bavarian-style mountain village with shops, tubing, restaurants, and fall Oktoberfest.
40 min from resort
Crane Creek Vineyards
10 min away
Vogel State Park
30 min away
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds
5 min away
Guest Reviews
What Our Guests Say
“Relaxing, restful and soothing to the soul. Beautiful grounds, convenient parking, very relaxing and comforting views, and clean, well-appointed accommodations.”
— Jennifer
“Beautiful and peaceful, with wonderful experiences, sweet and helpful staff, and is close to everything yet secluded enough to provide an escape.”
— Amanda
“As soon as we walked in we fell in love with the home. The pictures don't lie and this is money well spent. We will definitely be coming back!”
— Michael
“Tranquille Resort is definitely Tranquil! We had the most amazing girls trip. Everything was clean, cozy, and the views were absolutely stunning.”
— Rachel
Year-Round
Every Season Has Its Pull
Unlike Gatlinburg or Blue Ridge, Hiawassee stays uncrowded even in peak season. There's a good reason to visit every month of the year.
Spring
Mar – May
Wildflowers along the mountain trails and mild temps. Great for hiking and early paddling.
Summer
Jun – Aug
Full lake season. Pontoon cruises, kayaking, swimming, and long evenings on the porch.
Fall
Sep – Nov
The best fall foliage in North Georgia — cooler than Gatlinburg with far fewer crowds.
Winter
Dec – Feb
Fireplace cabins, misty mountain mornings, and total peace. The most underrated time to visit.
The Drive
Getting Here from Chattanooga
One of the best parts of this trip is the drive — especially the stretch through the Ocoee River Gorge.
Recommended Route from Chattanooga
Take US-64 East through Cleveland, TN and the Ocoee River Gorge to Ducktown/Copperhill. Cross into McCaysville, GA and continue south on US-76 to Hiawassee. The Ocoee corridor is one of the prettiest mountain drives in the South — plan extra time to stop along the river.
834 Lower Bell Creek Rd, Hiawassee, GA 30546
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Book Your Getaway from Chattanooga
Lake Chatuge is 1.5 hours away. Seven lakefront cabins, a private dock, and mountains on every side — it's closer than you think.