Mountain Aire Cottages & Inn

The Gem of the Mountains!

18 Motel Drive Clayton, GA 30525

~ STAY AT A PLACE WORTHY OF YOUR VACATION! ~

Escape to the Smokies

Celebrating 23 years of personal service as

The Gem of the Mountains!

Beautiful and Affordable

A cozy retreat of 3 Individual upscale Cottages, and four Deluxe Kitchenette Rooms or Suites

Decorated and Themed

All beautifully decorated, themed, and maintained. perfect for your Private Getaway, Family Reunion, or Church Retreat! 

12 Min Walk to Downtown Clayton, GA

Centrally located to local shops, restaurants, and entertainment

Privately Maintained

We will ensure your stay is easy and comfortable, and we'll be happy to direct you some of the fantastic local attractions

The Gem of the Mountains!

Ready to Get Away?

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Our beautiful vacation rentals in Rabun County are sure to give you a relaxing getaway that will leave you feeling recharged and renewed. 

RESERVE HERE FOR BEST PRICE
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Stay at a Place

~WORTHY~

Of Your Vacation!


Voted #1 on Trip Advisor

Extended night discounts are available

Cottages

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Things to Do

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A Message from the Owner

Hi, I'm Frank Lastra, Owner/Innkeeper of Mountain Aire Cottages & Inn. April 2022 is my 23rd year of welcoming and serving my guests in a friendly down-home manner. Check out the photos - all the interior remodeling I did by hand myself! If you're tired of the impersonal chain style hotels and want to experience lodging the way it used to be, I hope you will consider a stay with me. I operate the property by myself, and try my best to provide comfortable & friendly lodging for my guests. I'd like you to think of Mountain Aire as your home away from home! I proudly offer:

Beautiful and Affordable 1 or 2 Bedroom Cottages or Individual Kitchenette Motel Rooms.

  • Beautiful and Affordable 1 or 2 Bedroom Cottages or Individual Kitchenette Motel Rooms.
  • Rooms are 1 night minimum stay, and Cottages are 2 night minimum stay.
  • Close proximity to shops, restaurants and entertainment
  • Cherry tree lined sidewalks for just a 12 minute walk into town.
  • Late check-in's accepted (with prior reservation).
  • Free high speed Wireless Internet in all Cottages & Rooms.
  • All interiors are Strictly Non-Smoking.
  • Sorry, no pets in the Rooms, but occasionally in the Cottages. Please call Frank to confirm.
  • Perfect private getaways for family reunions, church retreats, and more!

I'll do my best to make you feel comfortable, at ease, and ready to enjoy your time here in our beautiful mountains. The beauty of God's creation is so evident in these northeast Georgia mountains, and I'll be happy to direct you to some of the lakes, rivers, waterfalls, or trails, as well as activities such as fishing, hunting, rafting, canoeing, golfing, boating, dining or shopping! There are plenty of nice small towns nearby as well, and Clayton is a perfect 'central jump off point' to do some day trips to see them. Come see what keeps my guests coming back year after year to The Mountain Aire in Clayton for 'casual comfortable charm' for their vacation experience! 

Mountain Aire Cottages & Inn

The Gem of the Mountains!

Blessings!

Frank :)

Your home away from home

Remember!

Proudly serving my guests for over 23 years.

  • No Rooms/Cottages ever smoked in, in over 23 years!
  • 100% score on Health Inspection Reviews for over 23 years
  • We are ranked #1 on Trip Advisor
  • Coffee and free High Speed Wireless Internet in every room
  • Extended night discounts are available. Please call for Rate Quotes.

Hours of operation

Open all year, 7 days a week. Late check-ins accepted (with prior reservation).

Please contact us by phone or e-mail for more information or to make a reservation, you can reserve online.

Reserve Here for Best Price

Please state how many people in your party, as well as the # of nights you are interested in. If you know your dates, please state them as well. Thanks! Frank.

Exploring Rabun County, Georgia


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15-20 minutes from Mountain Aire Cottages & Inn

Plenty of areas to explore, such as Clayton, Dillard, Franklin, Tiger, Mountain City, and more! 

State Parks & Forestland

Get outdoors, hike, and witness the stunning beauty of Rabun County GA

Attractions

Marvel at waterfalls, brave the untamed rapids of the Chattooga River, golf on a mountain, and enjoy a ride of leisure on horseback

Arts & Entertainment

Enjoy music, theater, cinema, and festivals year-round

Lakes, Rivers & Fishing

With many great lakes and rivers in the area, Rabun County is a fisherman's paradise

Vineyards, Wineries, & Tasting Rooms

Savor fine Georgia wines or spend a day at one of Rabun County's renowned vineyards

Food & Dining

From fresh produce to the Best-Farm-to-Table Restaurants, Rabun County has long been known for its natural bounty and exquisite dining

We Love Our Guests

“What a treasure it was to find your cottages here in Clayton. We found everything to be comfortable and cozy – just like home! May God really bless you!”

Michelle & Nick D.


“What a treasure it was to find your cottages here in Clayton. We found everything to be comfortable and cozy – just like home! May God really bless you!”

Mike & Cindy W


“Frank, Raymond and I just wanted to let you know that we enjoyed our stay at Mountain Aire Cottages and look forward to staying with you again in the near future. You did a great job in remodeling and decorating the rooms. I know that you have put in a lot of hard work and it really shows. We had all the comforts of home. We will be recommending this place to any of our friends that plan on being in your area. Thank you again for the wonderful accommodations.”

Ray & Barbara E.

“Thanks Frank for creating a great atmosphere for our family adventure! We will be back and we will tell our friends!”

Scott & Michelle K.


“Frank, This cottage was our perfect place and we hope to return often.  We appreciated the good appliances, hot water, AC, and shower. Our stay has been wonderful and we will be back.”

The Van Burens.


“Dear Frank, Just wanted to drop you a line and let you know again how much we enjoyed staying at Mountain Aire. It was an answer to prayer to find such a nice, clean, and well kept place. We are almost envious of the talent God has given you in remodeling the cottages. It is certainly a gift from Him.”

Al & Nikki C.

“Absolutely perfect accommodations! I only wish I could stay longer. Thanks, Frank for your hospitality!”

Gail U.


“Hi there Frank, I made it home to the sunny beach of Carlsbad California, took with me lots of fond memories of the beauty of Georgia and my friendly inn keeper, Frank. I so enjoyed my stay with you. Your place is gorgeous and has such a nice southern feel of warmth.”

Leslie R.


“We had a wonderful time in Mountain Aire, we loved it and we will come back. Mountain Aire and Frank Lastra and his parents were the personal contact we have as we come for vacation from Germany to the states. Frank was a very kind and helpful man. We call him our friend.”

Lehmann S.

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