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River's Rest on the Cartecay- Riverfront Cabin
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
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Ellijay, GA
- Place, Cartecay River1 min walk
- Place, Amicalola Falls State Park21 min drive
- Place, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway31 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Loft
2 Double Beds
Lower Level
2 Single Bunk Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Loft
Toilet · Jetted bathtub
Lower Level
Toilet · Shower only
Main Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
River's Rest on the Cartecay- Riverfront Cabin
This cabin will have you relaxing from the moment you step out of your car. When you get to River's Rest, you will be greeted with the peaceful sound of the Cartecay river. With everything you need in a cabin and in a town, you will be sure to love River’s Rest by the Cartecay!
River's Rest is a spacious three-level cabin, offering an open floor plan with three bed rooms, a screened in porch on the main level, and an open deck on the lower level both overlooking the river. The master bedroom (queen bed) is located on the main level with a sliding door leading out to the screened in porch. The loft is equipped with two double beds and a second full bathroom with a relaxing jetted tub overlooking the river. The lower level bedroom contains a set of bunk beds and has a sliding door leading out onto the lower level deck. There is also a newly added full bathroom on the lower level. The kitchen is fully stocked with all your cooking ware needs. The kitchen table comfortably sits 7, with 4 TV trays for extra seating. The living room area has a fire place with automatic starting gas logs for a cozy evening by the fire. You will be able to stay connected with our free wi-fi and three HD Smart TVs while in the mountains. River's Rest has a recreation room with foosball, various games, and a 55' TV.
River's Rest's porches are a wonderful place to sit back, relax, and enjoy the sound of the rolling river. You can have a day in, enjoying the river fishing in our backyard or explore with the many activities Ellijay has to offer. River's Rest is located 15 minutes from Amicalola Falls, home of the state's highest waterfall and several zip line courses. We are 10-15 minutes from Downtown Ellijay and 20-25 minutes from Blue Ridge. There is also kayaking adventures, apple orchards, and wineries 5-10 minutes down the road.
We hope you love River’s Rest by the Cartecay and Ellijay as much as we do!
River's Rest is a spacious three-level cabin, offering an open floor plan with three bed rooms, a screened in porch on the main level, and an open deck on the lower level both overlooking the river. The master bedroom (queen bed) is located on the main level with a sliding door leading out to the screened in porch. The loft is equipped with two double beds and a second full bathroom with a relaxing jetted tub overlooking the river. The lower level bedroom contains a set of bunk beds and has a sliding door leading out onto the lower level deck. There is also a newly added full bathroom on the lower level. The kitchen is fully stocked with all your cooking ware needs. The kitchen table comfortably sits 7, with 4 TV trays for extra seating. The living room area has a fire place with automatic starting gas logs for a cozy evening by the fire. You will be able to stay connected with our free wi-fi and three HD Smart TVs while in the mountains. River's Rest has a recreation room with foosball, various games, and a 55' TV.
River's Rest's porches are a wonderful place to sit back, relax, and enjoy the sound of the rolling river. You can have a day in, enjoying the river fishing in our backyard or explore with the many activities Ellijay has to offer. River's Rest is located 15 minutes from Amicalola Falls, home of the state's highest waterfall and several zip line courses. We are 10-15 minutes from Downtown Ellijay and 20-25 minutes from Blue Ridge. There is also kayaking adventures, apple orchards, and wineries 5-10 minutes down the road.
We hope you love River’s Rest by the Cartecay and Ellijay as much as we do!
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
No smoking inside or on the porches.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ellijay
Located in Ellijay, this cabin is on the waterfront. Tabor House & Civil War Museum and Tater Patch Community Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cartecay Vineyards and Chateau Meichtry. Travelling with kids? Consider Ellijay Marketplace and Gilmer County Fairgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hunting.

Ellijay, GA
What's nearby
- Cartecay River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Amicalola Falls State Park - 21 min drive - 29.2 km
- Amicalola Falls - 25 min drive - 31.2 km
- Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 31 min drive - 41.9 km
- Blue Ridge Lake - 36 min drive - 44.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 13 min drive
- Buffalo Luke’s - 15 min drive
- Taco Bell - 16 min drive
- Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - 19 min drive
- Starbucks - 16 min drive
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Reviews
10
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
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2 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynn E.
10 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lynn E.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brittany C.
2 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy



Brittany C.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
James
24 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ava W.
19 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ava W.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jeanie C.
17 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeanie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Chris U.
30 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris U.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Mark G.
2 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun
Mark G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Zach B.
8 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay at the Cartecay
Zach B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy P.
23 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on the river
Amy P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris R.
3 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!
Chris R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan G.
1 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this cabin!
Ryan G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steven S.
19 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steven S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tabitha H.
4 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and Cozy
Tabitha H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sara K.
24 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin!
Sara K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Frankie B.
17 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place
Frankie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karis R.
15 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Karis R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Frankie B.
20 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a lovely place
Frankie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark C.
30 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
Mark C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eric G.
18 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Years North Georgia
Eric G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
david g.
8 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway. Very nice house has everything you need. Plenty to do close by if you love the outdoo
david g.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Victoria B.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Victoria B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Frankie B.
27 February 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another awesome stay
Frankie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kristin G.
27 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing break
Kristin G.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
charyl m.
22 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
charyl m.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
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