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River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6129.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Helen, GA
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Helen Festhalle
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Gainesville, GA (GVL-Lee Gilmer Memorial)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River

Gaze out at the Chattahoochee River from just about every room. Open the windows and listen to the rippling flow of the water. Breathe the fresh air and enjoy the view from the deck or from the hot tub!

This cabin has fully-equipped kitchen and gas grill on the deck for meals cooked at home. Would you rather eat out? River Retreat is within walking distance to downtown Helen! Should you decide to cook and eat at the cabin, the cabinets are filled with all the cookware, dinnerware and glassware you will need. Come coffee time, you have the option of using the standard drip coffee maker or the one-cup Keurig found in the cupboards.

The cozy couch is the perfect spot to snuggle up near the gas fireplace on chilly evenings. There is a streaming TV for your entertainment, so don't forget to bring your channel subscription login information.

Bring some quarters with you and relive the 80's with a game of Pac-man or any of the other 28 games on the arcade machine upstairs.

The main floor king bedroom has a bath with a walk-in shower. The upstairs king bedroom shares a bath with the guests staying in the loft. This bath features a shower/tub combination and the television is for playing DVDs only. In the loft there is a full size bed for two and a futon for one.

This cabin has the perfect parking for those riding or bringing motorcycles up to the mountains. Please note that River Retreat has 23 steps from parking to the front door. Pets are not allowed at River Retreat.

• Minimum Age Requirement: River Retreat is available to families or to guests 21 years or older.
• Parking: Space is available for 3 vehicles.
• Access: The road and driveway are paved
• Pets: Pets are not allowed at River Retreat.
• Location: 1.2 miles to downtown Helen. Cabin on the River is located directly behind the Helen Water Park on the opposite side of the Chattahoochee River.
• Steps: The cabin is built on stilts and there are 20+ steps from the parking area up to the front door.

Property manager

Georgia Mountain Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Helen

Located in Helen, this cabin is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Nora Mill Granary and Hardman Farm Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Alpine Mini Golf and Sautee Nacoochee Vineyards. Travelling with kids? Consider Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Mt. Yonah Book Exchange. Water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Helen, GA

What's nearby

  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Helen Festhalle - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bigg Daddy S Restauran - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Troll Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Spice 55 - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River located?

This family-friendly Helen cabin is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Chattahoochee River and Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park. Alpine Mini Golf and Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 212 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 212 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 212 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Janson K.

Family Friendly Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the location, overall vibe, and family friendly activities inside and out. Walkable to downtown Helen which was amazing for a family with 3 young kids. Management was super responsive, helpful and kind. THANK YOU!!

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Retreat

Very clean and nice lodging beside a clear water creek. We were there in the off season so it was quiet and non crowded. Hot tub on porch was clean and warm. Convenient to town and area attractions. As they have well water, I suggest using bottled water for coffee or tea and for ice. Kcups are needed for coffee. Overall , it was a very pleasant stay. Deer were seen along the creek as were some fishermen. Host was very attentive to a lighting issue we had. And we were pleasantly surprised to see a gift waiting for us from the host, as it was our 50th wedding anniversary!! Thank you for making our stay memorable!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa F.

March visit to Helen

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Weekend stay in quiet end of town. The cabin has a beautiful view of the river. Many amenities included. Clean property. Loved listening to the river while sitting in the hot tub.

10/10 Excellent

Zaira S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy place

Great really cute inside ! Love it.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

cobes _.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing trip…

Great stay…
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Helen Vacation

Great stay. Loved the house. Beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Trea B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay

River Retreat was a great stay. Beds were comfortable, cabin was cozy, and conveniently located. The kitchen was not well stocked and the upstairs TV wouldn’t work throughout our trip. Everything else was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Jane J.

Our stay at River Retreat, Helen, GA

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My husband and I and my sister and brother-in-law sure enjoyed our stay in this beautiful cabin December 12-14, 2024. It was so cozy and clean! The location was excellent for access to downtown Helen! We are hoping to visit again next Christmas!

6/10 Okay

Matt N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Birthday weekend!

The location is great to get to town, only a few minutes drive. There is a water park directly across from the house. Thankful it was closed for the season. The house needs some updating and we felt like they needed more kitchen items for cooking. There is only 1 dry measuring cup, bowls for mixing, etc The keypad on the door was not working, but the property manager came right there and got us in. The response time was great and she was very helpful! Overall we had an amazing weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

david a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

river cabin.

Very clean. Loved the location right om the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

David P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Octoberfest 2024

Like proximity to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy D.

River Retreat in Helen Georgia

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our first time to Helen GA. We love the Western NC Mountains and North Georgia in the fall. River Retreat was very spacious and nicely decorated. Location was great, right on the Chattahoochee River. I was happy that it was off season for the water park right across the river but if you had young kids or are young at heart, it is certainly convenient. The hot tub was clean and ready for use after a long day of activities. Perfect way to wind down. Everything was walkable but also plenty of free parking in town. We love the Hardman Farm and Ruby Falls. Also enjoyed the wineries and grits mill and of course some good German food (schnitzel and beer and brats). Also Helen has a great Thai and Sushi place if you tire of German food. Pizza place nearby was great, too. Weather was perfect everyday. Clear blue skies, lows in high 30's and highs in 60's. Thank you for sharing your RIVER RETREAT!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Great Walk into Town

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Had a great long weekend stay for Oktoberfest! Perfect setup for 2 couples. We walked into town most days but be warned there is a steep hill to walk up at the beginning but great after that! The cabin had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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2/10 Terrible

Debi M.

Worst visit to Helen

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Thus was the worst stay we have had in Helen,Ga. I understand there was a hurricane on us, but there was a terrible leak in the downstairs bathroom that came from the upstairs bathroom..found it right after we unloaded..immediately placed a call to the property manager and was told they would place a work order..had to put 2 cooking pots in the floor and a solo cup on the sink to catch the dirty brown water coming down..couldn't even stand at the sink to brush our teeth, never heard or saw anyone..and it rained nearly the whole 4 days..when we got home we had a msg on home phone to put a towel down..oh and by the way the whole kitchen sink faucet moves every time you turn it on or off to the point it exposes the hole in the sink..also the upstairs toilet chain has rusted to the point it slips off every time you flush..i would like a call from a manager before we book for next year. Also the carpet in the kitchen was full of dog hair
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10/10 Excellent

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time at River Retreat. Location was close to downtown. It is walkable, but you are on the far end of town. The river was peaceful in the evening. During the day,there is a water park across the river, but we did not hear alot of noise from there. On Sunday,there was a group of people enjoying their day at the picnic site and sand bar right across from us,but they were respectful of noise. Overall, the house is nice. There are a few updates that could be done. Kitchen appliances, dinnerware and utensils. It rained upon our arrival, so the parking under the house was great. Overall, a good stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Richard T.

Lovely time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A very relaxing week in a beautiful cabin
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

River retreat

We thoroughly enjoyed the place, the location was great and we’ve already discuss that it would be a redo vacation site, thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mariana H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

chris g.

River Retreat.. River Heaven!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family and I had an amazing relaxing and fun filled adventure week!! Exactly the way we wanted to finish the summer off!!

10/10 Excellent

Tim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location close to town, on the creek and quiet

This cabin was perfect for me and my wife and friends we hadn't seen for over 30 years until we reconnected earlier this year. The cottage gave us a place to relax and unwind when we weren't on the go in Helen, Dohlonega or up on top of the Blue Ridge riding the scenic railroad. Great long weekend getaway. Ga Mountain rentals checked on us twice to make sure all was good and we didn't need anything. We will be back soon!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed

Great views and comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Beverly Jean C.

Great cabin on the river

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very clean. Beds are comfortable.
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8/10 Good

Judith F.

River Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice place, good location. Worked for our vacation nicely since it was very close to the balloon race. It was mostly clean, though there were a few things missed. Trash left in one of the cans and a bar soap ring left on the shelf in the shower. Nice view of the river, and nice covered area to park.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful vacation spot

It was a beautiful place and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

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