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On the Hooch in HELEN Hot Tub Fireplace Dog Friendly Walk to all the fun!

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Peaceful sights and sounds of the river while you dine and relax.
River views await you at the Alpine River Haus!
River views from the Sofa
Plenty of space on back porch off the living room. Extra lighting for after dark
Open concept  kitchen with granite countertops.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4120.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main Level Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom Entire Top floor

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Level Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Top Floor Ensuite to King Bedroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

On the Hooch in HELEN Hot Tub Fireplace Dog Friendly Walk to all the fun!

ALPINE RIVER HAUS is directly on the Chattahoochee River in Helen. Cabin with hot tub on the back porch and fireplace and firepit! River access, fish from the backyard. IF YOU ARE BRINGING YOUR DOG, PLEASE MESSAGE US FIRST. DO NOT USE INSTANT BOOKING PLEASE. Dogs are approved on a case-by-case basis. Walk to restaurants, shops, the Hardman Trail and Waterpark. The primary suite is the entire upstairs of cabin with river views from the bedroom and bathroom (with jetted tub). Smart TV's in living room and both bedrooms. Upscale new appliances, new flooring, furnishings, lighting, paint and more upgrades coming. Peaceful back porch upstairs. Lower porch with seating gets you up close to the river.

The space
A walk through the Alpine River Haus. As you enter the front door you will have several options for hanging your coat, purse, hats etc. The main floor bedroom with queen bed is on your right. It has private access to the main floor bathroom. You also have a 43" Smart TV, chair, closet, ceiling fan and dresser for your needs. New cabin themed bedding. And the laundry closet and steps upstairs are on your left. Heading into the cabin the main level bathroom has an entrance from the hallway and the Queen bedroom.

The kitchen is on your left. Stocked with all the amenities you want, coffee maker, Keurig machine, electric teapot, blender, all cooking supplies, plenty of glasses, dishes etc. Little extras like spices, plastic wrap, foil etc. are stocked in this kitchen. (There is an owner's locked cabinet in the kitchen) Beautiful new lighting and new appliances compliment this kitchen. Counter stools are provided for guests who want to be where all the action is. Filtered water is available on the Fridge. Views of the river and the open floor concept in the living/dining/kitchen space will have you re-booking this cabin.

The dining area seats 4 comfortably at the table and 4 stools at the counter. And overlooks the back porch. The living room has multiple seating options. Including a 2 person recliner. Everyone has a view of the 58" screen Smart TV mounted above the Fireplace. Bring your passwords for your favorite streaming apps like Netflix etc. There is no cable or satellite TV connection. (There is a locked owner/cleaning closet in this room). For your convenience the end table next to the sofa has 2 USB ports in the flip top. Pull out drawer has 2 cup holders and remote holder. Again it's all about the river views from the living room. New furniture and a plush sofa throw will keep you cozy and relaxed. Take a nap, you're on vacation!

There are window screens in every room. Take advantage of the breezes and beautiful weather during your stay.

Heading out the back sliding glass door the peaceful sound of the river will be the first thing you notice. Make plans to enjoy the hot tub and spend a meal or two out on the porch. The gas grill is located downstairs off the carport for safety reasons.

Going back into the cabin, take the steps upstairs to relax in the spacious Primary suite. It's the entire upstairs of the cabin! A unique feature of this room is the loft overlook. You can view the goings on downstairs, the river or close the sliding barn doors for privacy. Plenty of room in the closet. For your convenience there is a USB plug on the left side nightstand outlet. Plenty of room to spread out. New bedding. And you can't miss the 50" Smart TV. The adjacent bathroom has a double vanity, hair dryer, plenty of room. There is no access for guests to the attic. The jacuzzi tub and separate shower unit finish off this room. And you can see the river from the window!
This property is a little bit wider than the actual house footprint. Follow the path around the side of the downstairs porch if you want to view the river up close. Respect other properties and stay on our property only.
The Fire Pit area is at the bottom of the steps. Charcoal grill set up here too!
We hope you enjoy Alpine River Haus as much as we do!
All linens, sofa throws, quilts, towels, etc. are washed after each booking.
Please note this home is up on stilts. This is not a ground level home.

Guest access
Guests can park in the driveway or under the carport. There is a locked utility room on the carport for the owners use. On the side of the door is a light switch that turns on the lights for the carport, steps, and front upstairs porch. You can also turn it on/off in the house at the front hallway. Walk to wherever you want in Helen, the streets are lit at night too. You are about a 15-20 minute walk from the heart of Main St. Many restaurants and shops are closer along the river side of town. Beautiful walk to the Hardman Trail around the corner. The street dead ends up past our cabin. So not a lot of traffic.

Property manager

Jennifer Ganske
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
The property is not child-proof. Hot tub no fence
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Must be on flea med, pick up waste, no wet dog in.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
1 dog, 50lb max, MUST BE APPROVED before booking. Housetrained, no pee pad use. Not on furniture, must be on flea medication.
A complete list of house rules is available, no candles inside, max 4 adults. Quiet after 10pm. See guide book on coffee table.
This is a No Smoking property. No gatherings larger than the 4 guests booked at the cabin.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Helen

Located in Helen, this cabin is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Unicoi State Park and Chattahoochee National Forest, while Helen Festhalle and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are cultural highlights. Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Alpine Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Helen, GA

What's nearby

  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Helen Festhalle - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bigg Daddy S Restauran - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Troll Tavern - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Spice 55 - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is On the Hooch in HELEN Hot Tub Fireplace Dog Friendly Walk to all the fun! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at On the Hooch in HELEN Hot Tub Fireplace Dog Friendly Walk to all the fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the Hooch in HELEN Hot Tub Fireplace Dog Friendly Walk to all the fun!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On the Hooch in HELEN Hot Tub Fireplace Dog Friendly Walk to all the fun! located?

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Billie Jo G.

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

Thanksgiving getaway

We had a wonderful time and accommodations were top notch. Jennifer definitely made us feel very welcome and was there for anything that we needed definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vince F.

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

Very relaxing experience.

The house was very clean; check-in quite easy. We loved the hot tub and the sound and view of the Chattahoochee River just off the deck. Convenient location to the activities in Helen by walking or very short drive. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross B.

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

A smooch for the Hooch

Well, to begin, the three of us are all ove 80, and with various ailments.and the onlycommentIhaveis, as long as you can navigatethestepsup to thevliving quarters, you are definitelyin for a greatexperience. All the amenitiesarefirst class. The property was locatedabove the Chattahoochi allowing plentyofbeautiful scenery, and located close to the action in town.For somereason Ican'tedit my remarks. So let me justsay, stauing in Jennife's place is a fantastic experience. Everything we needed was provided. She was always available if needed. Bookthis place and you won't regret it.r,
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

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

Great Place to Stay!

This property was simply amazing! It was close to everything in Helen! Enjoyed fishing in the river right on the property. I will stay there again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selena C.

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay. Just a a few minutes from downtown Helen. Not far from hiking waterfalls. Everything at the cabin is at your fingertips. Awesome place will be returning
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Helen

The house was great. It was well decorated, clean, well equipped and comfortable. Location was central to many activities. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

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

perfect location for exploring the mountains of Georgia

My husband and I were looking for a quiet location while visiting Helen, Ga. This home, with many upscale features, was the perfect fit for us. The place was beautifully furnished. We enjoyed watching wildlife off the back porch, overlooking the river. The hot tub was a great way to end each day of hiking the many trails in the mountains. The owner, Jennifer, made us feel very welcomed. Although we had no issues, we felt we could have reached out to her at any time and know she was there to resolve a problem. We would highly recommend this place to friends and family, and would return here ourselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy G.

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

Our 2nd stay, just as pleasant as our 1st!

Super clean and updated appliances and all I'm gone say is her pots dont stick We love this property and will be back of course.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Beautiful home on the River

My husband and I and our senior pup came to Helen with no predetermined expectations . We arrived with two extra family members we last minute added. Jennifer was amazing, she said that was totally fine. Then we had so much fun my husband and I and our pup decided to stay a few more days if that was approved. It was and we enjoyed every second the home is just lovely, well stocked even a complementary bottle of wine. Our last morning we saw a huge Momma Bear and 4 baby cubs cross the river behind the house. It was a perfect ending to a very wonderful vacation. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alissa A.

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

Memorable

This beautiful cabin on the river gave our family the opportunity to make wonderful memories in Helen, GA.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

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

Fun

Had a great time. Great experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Beautiful cabin! Wonderful host and location

The cabin had the sweetest location on the Chatahoochee where it was low and you could walk in. Upstairs had a beautiful porch where you sit and listen to the river pass. The house was incredibly decorated with nice bedrooms and a state of the art kitchen. The host Jennifer was readily reachable with a host of ideas for what to do in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

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

So Clean!

This haus is one of the cleanest houses I’ve ever booked. If I lived close by I’d want the cleaning services number! The location was perfect for our needs. Being able to hear the sound of the river was so calming. Communication with the owner was terrific. You can tell they truly want everyone that stays to have an amazing experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Perfect Relaxing Getaway

The property was perfect for our needs. Very well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds and relaxing sitting areas. The deck was amazing and we spent most of our stay sitting outside just enjoying the sound of the river. You are close to everything Helen but not in the middle of the chaos you would expect over a 4th of July stay. And the host was amazing. Easy to communicate with and checked in with us to make sure we were all set with arrival. This place will definitely stay on my list for future stays.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

OLIVER Y.

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

Relaxing on the hooch

The family loved the property. Close to town and easy access to the river for tubing or fishing. My oldest caught his first trout just a few yards upstream from the house. Great amenities and beautiful cabin. Host was great and checked in to make sure everything was okay. Looking forward to staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amberlyn B.

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

Nothing but Amazing!!

My husband and I stayed here for a few days for our 10 year anniversary. We loved the location. Very close to both tubing companies so you could walk there instead of fighting for a parking spot in there lot. The cabin was right on the river which was nice and relaxing. The cabin was very clean and the beds were super comfy. If we had our small kids with us they definitely could’ve played in the river area behind the cabin. We will definitely be back again and stay here!! Also lots of really great places to eat in Helen.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy G.

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

They thought of everything

Super clean, Private and beautiful place. Already rebooked!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phrarada P.

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

Beautiful and Amazing

This place was magical. Everything at the place was just as described and better. It was so beautiful inside the house between the decor to the renovations, everything was well thought out. This place makes you feel at home in every way. So thankful we found this place. Jennifer was very attentive and always thinking of us. Would definitely recommend this place to anyone who’s looking for a great stay in Helen. Will definitely be back. Thank you again for everything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

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

Anniversary Get Away

My wife and I had the most wonderful get away trip with our pup Coop. Jennifer was super helpful in guiding us to some of the best spots in the area. She was very prompt in responding to any questions we had prior to booking as well as once onsite. Highly recommend this property as it comes with your own personal concierge service!! 😊😊 The stream was so peaceful to view from the perfect back deck. The hot tub was a welcome location in the evening after a good day exploring Helen! We will be renting this property again... A definite MUST!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

randyt1956

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

Helen Christmas

Great location. Right on the river. The cabin was perfect with everything you need including 2 bbq grills(charcol and gas)along with a riverbank fire pit. New LG appliances. Will stay there again when in Helen.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy W.

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

Absolutely Lovely!

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. Property was really nice, updated, well-kept and comfortable. Enjoyed hearing the babbling brook right off our deck while relaxing in the hot tub. Gas fireplace was very nice for the cool mornings and evenings. Beds were very comfy. Our host, Jennifer, was EXCELLENT! She was welcoming, courteous and very friendly. Stayed in contact with us before, during and after our visit. Provided information about our stay, the property, the area and points of interest. Best host ever! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

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

Great getaway

Loved the place. Even though the rain stopped us from doing more. It was an excellent place to relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

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

Ahhhhhhmazing cabin!

This cabin was so perfect for our family and our fur buddy! We had the easiest time finding the cabin and checking in thanks to Jennifer. Her attention to detail with making our stay special was so sweet! From helping make our doggy comfortable with extras to leaving us a bottle of delicious wine to fuzzy robes to use! To extra towels for the patio Jacuzzi to how thoughtfully done all the comfortable furnishing were, made us NOT want to leave! The river is so peaceful and we drank our coffee and sipped wine right outside watching and enjoying the view. The firepit, fireplace and grills were set up and she even made our sona day leaving us firewood! We had s'mores and grilled dinner as well as the entire kitchen stocked with everything you'll need minus a few things? A Keurig and extra coffee pods to enjoy! The beds were SOOO cozy and after all the exploring, the jet tub or Jacuzzi helps the aching muscles.recover! The town was epic and fun for all ages. Food is walking distance and delish! The Octoberfest was unforgettable! I can't wait to be back every year! Our new family favorite spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

shannon b.

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

A wonderful place to stay

We highly recommend this cabin/River Haus. The tenants were awesome and super helpful during our stay. The cabin was super clean and the beds were very comfortable. We will definitely be recommending this to friends and family that plan on visiting Helen Georgia.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter W.

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

Mountain Getaway

Exactly what we were looking for. The property was impeccable. The picture presented was spot on. The host, Jennifer, was helpful in many ways. We’ve stayed at vrbo properties many times, but never has the host been so accommodating. We look forward to spending many more visits at this very lovely mountain retreat.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Ganske

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We live about 15 minutes from the Alpine River Haus. My husband and I started coming here when we lived in Florida. We made the move in 2010 to Sautee. And we have hosted travelers in Florida and here in Ga for over 20 years. And we've had retail tourist businesses in both FL and GA. We have always loved traveling and helping other enjoy their vacations.

Why they chose this property

This street is a dead end street in Helen. That was important to us. Very little car traffic. And the city sidewalks and street lights make it ideal to walk everywhere any time of year. We love that we can walk to the Hardman Trail too.

What makes this property unique

This property is RIVERFRONT and has easy access to the Chattahoochee River. Not all riverfront properties can boast that. It is such a peaceful stretch of the river too.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests