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9.8

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Fireplace

Explore the area

Hiawassee, GA

Chatuge Lake12 min walk
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds4 min drive
Boundary Waters Marina7 min drive
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree)120 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

It was just what we were hoping to find and the property was as represented. Loved the location. Would definitely recomm...

Michael D.

Oct 23, 2023

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

River Gem on the river with a private location

Exclusive private riverside lodge in a gorgeous setting. Situated on 2.3 acres w/500+ frontage on the Hiawassee River, this property is a nature lover's dream! Generously sized family getaway this cabin has tons of space to gather indoors & out. Relax in comfort in the greatroom w/its tongue and groove walls, ceiling fan, wood-burning stone fireplace & row wall of windows that showcase the landscaping, mountain & river views. Adjacent kitchen outfitted w/granite, custom cabinetry, SS appliances, & full size pantry. Dining area features elegant chandelier, a table for 6 & there's seating for four at the breakfast bar. Screened porch serves as an outdoor living room. Master suite w/double french doors open to the mountain view deck. Ensuite bath has jetted tub, dual sinks, custom cabinetry w/extra storage, tile floors & a separate tile shower. Master bedroom & all of the main living areas has wide plank pine flooring. Off the rear hallway, there is a powder room and a laundry room w/sink. Up the staircase to the 2nd fl. you'll find 2 oversized bedrooms, a loft area overlooking the greatroom & a bath w/dual vanity & tub/shower. Porch surrounds 3 sides of the home. A stone fire overlooks the river. The grounds features many large flat areas perfect for playing games or hosting gatherings. 3 miles from downtown Hiawassee w/its entertainment and restaurants & 4 miles to closest public boat ramp, several US wildlife parks w/ miles of hiking and biking trails

Occupancy Rates Based On Up To 4 Persons
EXTRA PERSONS: $10/per person /per night

MINIMUM: 2 night stay
HOLIDAYS REQUIRE: 3 Night Minimum Stay

Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice
All properties are subject to our booking agreement terms.

Pets are NOT ALLOWED FOR ANY REASON AT THIS RENTAL Extra charges will apply for additional cleaning if a pet is brought to the home.

No unauthorized parties, underage drinking and/or controlled substances of any kind will be permitted. No Smoking in the house, smoking is permitted outside and on the open air porch, not the screened in porch. Please use ashtrays provided. No refunds will be issued if you are asked to leave.

Property manager

Robbyn Allen

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Hiawassee

Located in Hiawassee, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Boundary Waters Marina and Jackrabbit Campground are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds and Hamilton Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Rollins Planetarium and Southern Water Trails LLC. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Hiawassee, GA

What's nearby

Chatuge Lake - 12 min walk
Georgia Mountain Fairgrounds - 4 min drive
Hamilton Gardens - 5 min drive
Boundary Waters Marina - 7 min drive
Brasstown Bald Mountain - 32 min drive

Getting around

Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
‪Denton Grill - ‬4 min drive
‪Marina Station - ‬6 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬13 min walk
‪Hiawassee Brew - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is River Gem on the river with a private location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at River Gem on the river with a private location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Gem on the river with a private location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River Gem on the river with a private location located?

This family-friendly Hiawassee cabin is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Chattahoochee National Forest and Chatuge Lake. Hiwassee Rive and Chatuge Regional Hospital are also within 15 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P.

20 June 2024

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

Happy Together Tour Weekend

Beautiful property. Well furnished.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

23 Oct 2023

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

Weekend Getaway

It was just what we were hoping to find and the property was as represented. Loved the location. Would definitely recommend and plan to return again in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dan P., Spring Hill

27 Nov 2022

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

Thanksgiving Vacation

This cabin was exactly as described. Beautiful inside and out. Just steps away from the river, with awesome surrounding views of the mountains. The cabin has plenty of everything you need for a stay their. Very roomy and comfortable and easy to get to as it’s pretty close to town. Will definitely stay there again.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

ELAYNE N.

30 Oct 2022

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

It was great! We were very lucky with great weather!

We hope to go back. It was very lovely

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Brenda A.

16 Oct 2022

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

Very nice cabin. Clean and beautiful

We had a great time

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

2 Aug 2022

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

Definitely a Gem!

This house was fantastic! There were no negatives about this house and the yard and creek were fantastic! They have everything you need. The only thing I would say would be having a can opener (they have a hand held one which is fine but it doesn’t work) and the coffee maker looked great on the outside but when you go to fill up the water it was gross so we opted for Starbucks which wasn’t so bad either if you like to go. We enjoyed going to the Hiawassee Brewery which was about a 5 minute drive. We are thinking about renting this house again when we can take time off in the next year or so. A plus was all beds and pillows were fantastic! That’s not always the case when renting or staying in hotels. I highly recommend this house! Thank you for renting to us!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

20 Apr 2022

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

Beautiful and peaceful

This place is like the perfect little mountain get away. The river was shallow and gentle enough for the kids to play and tube in. We had a few days when it was raining too so the kids spent time playing air hockey and basketball so those things were a God send. We did have a bit of a scheduling problem (which was 100% my fault) and Robyn was amazing fixing it and getting it all straightened out. It was so gorgeous and relaxing, I highly recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Njeri N.

7 Mar 2022

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

Wonderful Relaxing Stay

We had a wonderful time staying at this gorgeous, well-appointed, cabin by the Hiawassee River. It felt very secluded and yet was close to town and Lake Chatuge. One of our favorite parts of our stay was sitting outside listening to the sound of the flowing river and the chirping birds. There were plenty of games and activities to keep the children engaged while the adults were able to sit back and relax. We had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim L.

8 Jan 2022

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

Beyond expectations!!

I rarely provide property reviews but this review must be written. We had six family members together for a week at this beautiful property. The property certainly lives up to it's name...it is definitely a river gem. Such a unique property is a rare find, being that two sides of the property is bordered by the river. The location is quiet and yet still a short drive to gas and grocery stores. We found Hiawassee to be a great place for outside activities for the kids. Helen is just a short drive south. The property management team was professional and responsive, even on the weekends. I hope we have the opportunity to stay at the River Gem again.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo G., Sarasota Fl

28 Dec 2021

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

Loved it

Thank you for letting us stay in your cabin, we are looking forward to hopefully stay in your cabin again in the future, if possible. Thank you

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Michelle W.

28 Nov 2021

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

Property was breathtaking

This home was the perfect stay for a Thanksgiving getaway with two couples and two babies. Plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. The property/views are even better than the photos. One thing to note is that the driveway is very steep, and with bad weather it would be very difficult driving up if you don’t have 4 wheel drive. We did have some issues with the WIFI password and the Nest thermostat being locked upon our arrival. The house was very cold inside and we were unable to turn on the heat. We were unable to get in touch with the property owner for several hours, which was concerning as the temperatures were going to drop into the 20s that night. We finally managed to get in touch and the issues were resolved, but that process was a little stressful. Otherwise, our stay was wonderful. The mountain views all around the house and the creek running through were so relaxing. The property was huge, with plenty of space for the babies to play outside. The fire pit down by the creek looked great, but it was too cold during our stay to be outside at night. This place seems like it would be awesome all year round!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Gloria M.

23 Oct 2021

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

Nice house, lots of beds, had all necessities.

Not too good, this is not the house I rented, was informed vrbo double booked and we were put in this house.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melody T., Tampa, Florida

23 Aug 2021

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

Secluded Cabin

This cabin was absolutely beautiful. The beds were all very comfortable and the kitchen was great with everything you needed to cook. It was very secluded with a little stream in the back so it was so nice to have that much privacy. Our family really enjoyed it and would visit again.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

MAUREEN J.

9 Aug 2021

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

Very private property right on the river/creek.

The house was clean, comfortable and well appointed. We were very pleased with the wrap around deck and screened enclosure. There is either a creek or river about 150 ft behind the house that was fun to wade in. The property is very close to the center of Hiawassee but it feels very private since their are trees ringing the expansive lawns. I would like to let the owner know that the Nest AC system quite often switched the temperature up to nearly 80 while we were gone for the day. It cooled off quickly when we got home but it was a little frustrating for us to come home to a warm house in the summer heat.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jake F., Miami

4 Aug 2021

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

Everything you need and more

We. Had. A. Blast. This rental was perfect for us. Not only was the property clean and had comfy beds, BUT the river behind the house was perfect. We were able to just hang out and float in the river whenever we wanted without having to mobilize everyone to an official tubing place. There is a little rapid just up the river that we would walk up to and then float down a million times. Then we even got adventurous, drove up the road with our tubes, dropped in further up the river, and floated back down to the cabin. A super cool feature of this place. It was extra peaceful and private too because the nearest neighbors are pretty far away. The screened-in porch was perfect at night to keep the bugs away. The kitchen was stocked with all the kitchenware we possibly could have needed. The wraparound deck is huge and thus perfect for everyone to hang out on at once. We couldn't have imagined a better stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

john l.

17 July 2021

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

Peaceful getaway

Great house , pristine cleanliness and very comfortable. Felt like home - we fell in love with the house and area. Would definitely stay again

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

yanfen z.

21 June 2021

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

Beautiful house and amazing views

House is beautiful, and river near the house is shallow, clear, perfect for kids to play in, amazing Mountain View. Only complaint is short of laundry detergent, toilet papers.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro T.

31 May 2021

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

Memorial day getaway

Super. Enjoyed and relaxed

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

15 Apr 2021

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

Georgia Gem Indeed

We had an amazing time at this property. It was exactly as advertised and the owner/property management team was so helpful with everything. The view of that clear crystal river was amazing. We just took a picnic blanked and soaked up the sun and the amazing views. Thanks for sharing this amazing property with others! God bless.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Mark W.

15 Feb 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Peaceful

We enjoyed having no noise, seclusion and the tranquil Hiawassee river at our back door.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

22 Jan 2021

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

Great Cabin

The house is just as nice as pictured on the listing. The kitchen is well stocked with all you need to cook most anything. The beds are comfortable and the pillows are nice. The only thing I would change about the bedrooms are the blinds that are kind of see through. The master bath is very nice with a large tub and giant vanity area. The views of mountains and river are very pretty. We had a little trouble finding the place. The owner sent us directions because the house isn’t on GPS but we still got confused. We figured it out though and got there without much delay. It’s a nice place and we had a good time even if no one caught any fish. I think it would be fun to go back in warmer weather. Thanks for the use of your beautiful home.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marcus J.

12 Jan 2021

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

The property was amazing and the pics don't say enough. Everything except our food was provided.

My family enjoyed our stay and the accommodations. We would recommend a vehicle with 4x4 drive, due to the steep hill that leads onto the property. Which may be an issue during certain weather conditions, such as snow, rain or ice. The wifi signal could have been better and TV's in the bedrooms, but other than that, this spot is excellent.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020