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Lake Rabun Hotel
Lakemont, Georgia, United States · Independent · Accessible Luxury
German immigrant August Andreae built this hunting lodge in 1922. It is regarded as the last surviving mountain lodge on a Georgia lake, still with 1920s Adirondack furnishings and a cedar-log bar. Jimmy Carter loved the house; Gwen North restored it in 2008. Centennial in 2022.
- Opened 1922
About Lake Rabun Hotel
- Built in 1922 by German immigrant August Andreae as a hunting lodge.
- Regarded as the last surviving mountain lodge on a lake in Georgia.
- President Jimmy Carter was a regular; preservationist Gwen North restored it in 2008.
History
The Lake Rabun Hotel in Lakemont, Georgia was built in 1922 by German immigrant August Andreae, originally as a hunting lodge before becoming a hotel. It is regarded as the last surviving mountain lodge on a lake in Georgia, retaining original 1920s Adirondack furnishings and a cedar-log bar.
Beloved by President Jimmy Carter, the hotel was carefully restored by preservationist Gwen North in 2008 and added an award-winning farm-to-table restaurant. It celebrated its centennial in 2022.
The setting
4 miles from Lake Rabun Beach Recreation Area. 6 miles from Tallulah Falls.
Restaurants and bars
- Lake Rabun Hotel and Restaurant — Restaurant
Experiences
- Group retreats — Retreats for corporate, yoga, spiritual, artists', nature, educational, personal health, leadership, marriage and therapy groups.
Amenities
- Spa
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