Mountain Resort · Pool · Sauna · Putting Green

Welcome to Southern Ridge Manor, where farmhouse charm meets resort-style fun! Lounge by the pool, unwind in the sauna, sip a drink in the cabana, or fire up the Kamado & Weber grills for a feast. We are now Dog-Friendly! Getting here is a breeze with all-paved roads, and you’ll be just 12 minutes from the shops and dining of downtown Blue Ridge plus the sister towns of McCaysville, GA & Copperhill, TN. The perfect mix of relaxation and adventure awaits.



• Private Pool open year-round

• Pool Heating: April–Sept, heating to min 80°F is included. Heating up to 85°F and off-season heating are available based on fuel cost. Message us for a quote.

• 6-Person Hot Tub

• Barrel Sauna with Mountain View

• 5-Hole Putting Green (rare find in Blue Ridge!)

• Dog Friendly (2 max)

• EV Charging

• 500 Mbps Internet speed

• Covered Deck & Lounge Area with fire table

• Long-Range Mountain Views

• 6 Suites each with private en-suite baths

• Bunk Room (twin over full) with shared bath

• Luxury Linens & Towels provided

• 4 Acres of Private Property

• Close to Town: 7 miles to Ingles Market, 9 miles to downtown Blue Ridge (restaurants, shops, train, breweries & wineries)

• 4 Covered Porches (front, back, hot tub deck, & private King suite)

• 2 Fireplaces (wood-burning outdoors, gas indoors)

• Fire Table on hot tub deck

• Wood-Burning Fire Pit with 10 Adirondack chairs + firewood included

• Fully-loaded Chef’s Kitchen

• Coffee Bar: Keurig, drip coffee maker, bean grinder, K-cups & filters

• Starter Essential Supplies included

• Game Room: shuffleboard, foosball, arcade, card table, TV, board games, full-size cornhole

• Outdoor Cooking: Weber 4-burner gas grill (propane included) + Kamado Joe smoker (BYO charcoal & wood chips)

• Full Laundry Room with detergent included

• Hotel-Size Toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, body wash)

• Hair Dryers in every bathroom

• Optional Services: private chef, grocery delivery & concierge (extra fee)

• Easy Access: all paved roads, no steep terrain, no 4WD required

• Whole-Home Generator for peace of mind during outages





SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS



Upper Level: King Suite with flat-screen TV and spa-style bath (double vanity, stand-alone shower, garden tub, private toilet room). Large private covered patio with mountain views. Also on this level: Queen bedroom + Bunk Room (twin over full) sharing a Jack-and-Jill bath (tub/shower combo).



Main Level: Open-concept Kitchen, Dining Room, and Living Room with fireplace + large-screen TV. Covered rocking-chair porch and outdoor deck with fireplace for dining, grilling, or simply enjoying the view.



Lower Level: 4 Queen Suites, each with en-suite bath (tub/shower) + flat-screen TV—perfect for privacy. Game Room with shuffleboard, foosball, arcade, card table, and large-screen TV. Walk-out access to deck with fire table, hot tub, putting green, and fire pit.



ESSENTIALS & SUPPLIES PROVIDED



We stock the cabin with starter essentials: 14 rolls of toilet paper, 2 rolls of paper towels, trash bags, new kitchen sponge, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, laundry detergent, and hand soap at every sink.



Pantry basics: sugar, sea salt, pepper grinder, and spice rack. Outdoor supplies: propane for the Weber grill + firewood for the fire pit. Bath amenities: hotel-size shampoo, conditioner, oatmeal soap, and hair dryers in every bathroom.



HEART OF BLUE RIDGE AREA ACTIVITIES



Southern Ridge Manor puts you close to it all: golfing, boating, biking, whitewater rafting, zip lining, tubing, trout fishing, kayaking, horseback riding—even tank driving and car-crushing! Or explore boutique and antique shopping, scenic train rides, wineries, breweries, cocktail bars, U-Pick farms, and incredible restaurants.



PRICING DETAILS



• Nightly rate covers 1–8 guests; $20 per night for each additional guest (max 14). Quotes will be calculated based on the number of guests entered.

• Cleaning fee directly supports our 3-step process: post-checkout clean, pre-checkin staging, and a 2-hour quality control inspection before arrival.

• $1,000 refundable security deposit held via card on file, in addition to Accidental Damage Protection coverage.

• Dog fee $300 for maximum of 2 dogs





HEATED POOL & HOT TUB

• Hot tub heated year-round.

• Pool season: April 1 – Sept 30, maintained at 80°. Optional upgrade to 85° with fuel cost (based on temps & propane rates).

• Off-season pool heating (Oct–Mar) available if temps stay above 35°. Requires advance request; costs apply. Contact us for an estimate.

• Note: If temps fall below 35°, pool heating may not be possible.



DOG POLICY



Drift Away Cabin Rentals, LLC – Southern Ridge Manor is dog-friendly and welcomes up to two (2) well-trained, fully house-trained dogs that are accustomed to eliminating outdoors, with prior approval and payment of the applicable $300 pet fee (covers up to two dogs). No other animals are permitted. Dogs must be housebroken, clean, and free of fleas, ticks, or excessive shedding. Guests agree to keep pets off all furniture and bedding, promptly clean up all pet waste, and never leave dogs unattended inside the home or on decks unless safely crated (guests must provide their own crate if needed). Any damage, excessive cleaning, or evidence of unapproved pets will result in additional charges to the guest’s account and/or deduction from the Damage Deposit. Guests assume full responsibility for all liability, noise, or disturbances caused by their pets during the stay.



NO WORRIES

All stays include Accidental Damage Protection—because accidents happen!



BLUE RIDGE RECOMMENDATIONS

See Drift Away®️ Luxury Lodging for our hand-picked local guide to the best restaurants, wineries, breweries, shops, and attractions. These are our true favorites—personally tried, never sponsored, and absolutely no kickbacks. Just the spots we love sharing with our guests!



OTHER DRIFT AWAY®️ PROPERTIES

• Southern Hospitality Lodge – 5 King Suites + Bunk Room (6 Queens), heated pool, 12-ft hot tub, game room, fire pit. Sleeps 22. VRBO ID 1021458

• Southern Orchard House – 4 King Suites + 2 Bunk Rooms (6 Queens), sauna, waterfall pool, hot tub, playground, treehouse, 2 game rooms, creekside on 15 acres. Sleeps 20. VRBO ID 2153628

• Summit Sky – Brand New Mountain Modern with breathtaking long range layered mountain views, 3 King Bedrooms + Bunk Room, 3.5 bath, hot tub, game room, paved roads, minutes to downtown, Sleeps 9. VRBO ID 4880819



PROPERTY HEALTH & SAFETY



• HVAC UV light systems in all properties.

• No-contact, keyless entry.

• Smoke & CO detectors, fire blankets, extinguishers; some homes include fire suppression system, gas leak & water leak detection/prevention.

• Monthly pest prevention service (though insects are part of the wildlife in a mountain environment)

• Outdoor security cameras (entrances, parking, perimeter only; no interior cameras).

• IMPORTANT: Animal-free zone due to severe allergies.

• County ordinances: No amplified outdoor music, quiet hours after 10 pm, no fireworks/firearms (deposit forfeited if violated).



The rental cabin is not childproof, and extreme care must be exercised with children in rental cabins, especially around, but not limited to, electrical outlets, fire pits & fire tables, fireplaces, swimming pools, hot tubs, saunas, decks, loft railings, etc. Any outdoor exploration on the property will be done at the Guests and party's own risk.



BOOKING & COMMUNICATION



Reservations are secured through our property management software. After booking you’ll receive:

• Reservation confirmation email

• Link to secure portal for rental agreement signature

• ID verification upload

• Security deposit card hold



Questions? Message us anytime—we’re here before, during, and after your stay.