One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.
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Near Cartecay River
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Ellijay, GA
Cartecay River
Place, Cartecay River
1 min walk
Amicalola Falls State Park
Place, Amicalola Falls State Park
22 min drive
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
Place, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
33 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom #1
1 King Bed
Bedroom #2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Bear Rapids on the Cartecay | Ellijay, GA
This adorable cabin right on the beautiful Cartecay River is the perfect place for a quiet mountain getaway or a small family vacation. On the Cartecay River, you can go tubing or canoeing, you can fish right off of the dock or you can just kick back and relax in the hot tub and enjoy the sounds of the rushing river. There is also a firepit at the riverside for enjoying a campfire, roasting marshmallows, or warming up on a cool evening. Inside the cabin, you will find all of the comforts of home including a wood-burning fireplace, 48” flat screen SMART TV, and wireless internet. The king master loft has its own private bath with tub and shower and a 32” flat-screen TV. There is a queen bedroom located on the main level as well as another full bath. The updated kitchen is open to the living room and a separate dining area. Down on the terrace level, there is a twin bedroom with 2 twin beds and a game room with a 32” flat-screen TV, pool table, dartboard, multitude 60 game arcade game, and plenty of board games and books for your enjoyment. Bear Rapids on the Cartecay is conveniently located in Ellijay where you can visit one of the many apple orchards, wine vineyards or shop and dine downtown. If you're planning a holiday vacation, don't worry! This property is decorated for Christmas the month of December! The cabin is only a short distance to Downtown Blue Ridge where unique shopping, fabulous dining, and plenty of southern hospitality await you. Amenities Bear Rapids on the Cartecay is a beautifully decorated 2 bedroom (plus loft), 2 bath pinewood cabin that sleeps up to 6 people and offers the following: King bed on the upper level in a partially enclosed loft with a private bathtub and shower Queen bedroom on MAIN level Two twin beds on TERRACE level Full bathroom on MAIN level tub/shower combo TVs in both King and Queen bedrooms The living room has a wood-burning fireplace (wood fireplace only active Oct 1 – Apr 1 st . During this time a starter bundle of wood is provided) 48” Flat screen SMART HD/ TV in the living room The game room on terrace level has a pool table, 32” flat-screen TV, dartboard, and multicode 60 game arcade game Riverfront property Hot Tub Fire Pit NOT PET-FRIENDLY WIFI Easy access to the property This property decorates for Christmas!
STR Host License Number 002334
All of our cabin rentals are fully furnished and include a minimum of the following unless otherwise stated in the listing:
Fully equipped kitchen: Refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, toaster, coffee maker, dishes, glassware, utensils, cutlery, pots, and pans. Linens for each bed, 2-bath towels, 1-hand towel, 1-washcloth per person listed on guest list, dresser or closet for clothing storage, central heat & air, washer/dryer, vacuum and/or broom and dustpan, mop, internet, and propane gas grill. In addition, we provide a complimentary start-up supply of Toilet Tissue (1 roll per bathroom), 1- roll paper towels, 4- kitchen garbage bags, dishwasher detergent, dishwashing liquid and laundry detergent for at least 2 loads. Many of our cabins include more than this basic list of inventory items. The only items you'll need to bring will be food, beverages, and condiments.
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Ellijay
Located in Ellijay, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chattahoochee National Forest and Amicalola Falls State Park. Ellijay Marketplace and Gilmer County Fairgrounds are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
Amicalola Falls State Park - 22 min drive - 32.6 km
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 33 min drive - 49.5 km
Blue Ridge Lake - 37 min drive - 39.9 km
Montaluce Winery & Restaurant - 43 min drive - 58.4 km
Getting around
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 102 min drive
Restaurants
Waffle House - 14 min drive
Arby's - 13 min drive
Ott Vineyards And Winery - 15 min drive
The Falls - 17 min drive
Burger King - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Bear Rapids on the Cartecay | Ellijay, GA pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Bear Rapids on the Cartecay | Ellijay, GA?
As of 12 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bear Rapids on the Cartecay | Ellijay, GA on 3 August 2026 start from NZ$719, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Bear Rapids on the Cartecay | Ellijay, GA?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bear Rapids on the Cartecay | Ellijay, GA?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bear Rapids on the Cartecay | Ellijay, GA?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Bear Rapids on the Cartecay | Ellijay, GA located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Chattahoochee National Forest and Cartecay River. Cartecay Vineyards and Ellijay Marketplace are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We enjoyed it! Everything we needed was provided in the cabin.
Morgan J.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Ryan Rawl
7 June 2022
Bear Rapids was great! The cabin is large and clean.
Bear Rapids was great! The cabin is large and clean. The property is very pretty, with access to the Cartecay River. The road to get in is easy to drive and the entire driveway is paved. We had a small problem with the hot tub that was immediately resolved. Definitely would recommend staying here. It was great for Oct but would be great in summer too. We only use Blue Sky Cabin Rentals! We have never had any issues in any of their cabins. When we stayed once with another cabin rental company in Blue Ridge, we actually had bugs and rodents in the cabin. It wasn’t cleaned very well either. We have rented from Blue Sky 4 times now and always have spotless cabins. And any issues that occur are very promptly resolved.
Ryan Rawl
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
David Trujillo
7 June 2022
It was great.
It was great. Nice and clean. Very relaxing. Much needed time away and it was great:) It was great. When they called the moening after arrival to he sure we got there fine I asked about the canoe we rented and she told me she would call me back to let me know where the maintenance man placed it and she called back within 3 minutes! Than we called later that night to ask about a lighter and she told me where it was!
David Trujillo
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kelly Elmore
7 June 2022
We had a wonderful weekend.
We had a wonderful weekend. I sat on the deck over the water and read. We ate most meals on the porch. We relaxed in the hot tub. Very comfortable and peaceful.
Kelly Elmore
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chrystal Woodard
7 June 2022
The property was beautiful - perfect for our family! It was clean, well-stocked, and quiet.
The property was beautiful - perfect for our family! It was clean, well-stocked, and quiet. The children loved being able to go fishing off of the deck overlooking the river. Even with the rain, it was such a wonderful place to stay. It was large enough for all of us (2 adults, 4 young children) and we never ran out of things to do. Thank you for the awesome experience for our family! The Blue Sky team was a pleasure to work with, as always. This was our third stay in one of the cabins this year (the first one with the children). Unfortunately, we experienced a pretty bad storm that resulted in a lengthy power outage. The team couldn't move us to another cabin since they were sold out due to the holiday weekend, but they made sure that we were taken care of properly. They assisted with getting the power restored, sent cleaners to help remove the spoiled food, and constantly checked on us. We realize that the weather was completely out of their control but they still took the time to make sure that we were comfortable and happy.
Chrystal Woodard
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Teresa Brock
7 June 2022
Bear Rapids Everything was good.
Bear Rapids Everything was good... except for the Loft bathroom.. The toilet wouldn't flush.
Then on Saturday the WFI would not connect.
Teresa Brock
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tammy Foss
7 June 2022
Bear Rapids Bear Rapids Cabin was great! We had plenty of room and all of the Ammenities of home.
Bear Rapids Bear Rapids Cabin was great! We had plenty of room and all of the Ammenities of home.. would definitely stay again!
Tammy Foss
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Cathy Hackle
7 June 2022
Bear Rapids Did not like this place as well as Ritz on the River.
Bear Rapids Did not like this place as well as Ritz on the River. Access to river could be somewhat challenging due to the number of steps and the incline. Lighting inside cabin and on back porch was poor. Hard to read by and grill after dark.