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Lost Soles of the River | Romantic Riverside Retreat in Helen

Riverside cabin with kitchen and patio

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River Bank
The Lost Soles Cabin Property
Outdoor firepit
Beautiful views
Enjoy watching the river flow by...

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10118.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Helen Arts & Heritage Center
  • Place, Helen Festhalle
  • Place, Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Guest Bedroom

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lost Soles of the River | Romantic Riverside Retreat in Helen

Lost Soles of the River is an exquisite, newly renovated home right on the Chattahoochee River and just a few minutes walk to downtown Helen’s shops and restaurants! The name "Lost Soles" comes from the home for all those lost soles (shoes) that came floating down the river. The owners built a place between two trees so tubers could stop and hang all those single, lost soles. Unfortunately, the largest of the two trees had to be cut down and the once-famous “Lost Soles” sitting for tubers and others alike is no longer there. However, the memory lives on and if you do any Geocaching, you’re sure to find a lost soles treasure on your app.

This gorgeous home has so many incredible features and amenities including a large deck overlooking the beautiful Chattahoochee River with a TV to stream your favorite music or watch your favorite show. Enjoy sitting around a great rustic fire pit and charcoal grill a delightful meal - all with plenty of seating so you can relax, enjoy, and make memories of a lifetime. There are a few steps right down to the river so you can fish, put your tube in for a stroll down the river, or just put your feet in.

There is a badminton area, swings, picnic tables, and a smoker grill are all in a beautiful park-like setting. So many fun activities are offered right in your own backyard. This gem must be on the top of your list to stay in wonderful Alpine Helen, GA! With a short drive, there are plenty of beautiful waterfalls and nearby hiking.

We are positive you’ll be spending lots of time outside soaking up the sun, playing fun games, grilling your favorite meal, and sipping your delicious cocktail. So don’t wait! Come and have an amazing time at Lost Soles of the River.

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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
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
No events, parties, or wedding receptions.
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Pets

No pets allowed
No Pets Allowed at this Property
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking
*** Please note we do NOT ACCEPT Affirm
No parties, events, wedding receptions, or gatherings are allowed.
Pets ONLY allowed in pet friendly homes. $150.00 due at booking

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
Note from host: No events, parties, or wedding receptions.
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

About the area

Helen

Located in Helen, this cabin is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Alpine Mini Golf and Sautee Nacoochee Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Mt. Yonah Book Exchange. Southern Water Trails LLC and North Georgia Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Helen, GA

What's nearby

  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Helen Festhalle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant & Pub - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Troll Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lost Soles of the River | Romantic Riverside Retreat in Helen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lost Soles of the River | Romantic Riverside Retreat in Helen?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lost Soles of the River | Romantic Riverside Retreat in Helen?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lost Soles of the River | Romantic Riverside Retreat in Helen located?

Located in the heart of Helen, this cabin is steps away from Chattahoochee River and Charlemagne's Kingdom. Unicoi Hill Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dylan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, good neighborhood and close to all the entertainment and restaurants. Scenic back yard view to a trickling stream. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

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

Great Stay

Perfect for our family and super convenient to downtown Helen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sunny P.

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

Cozy and Perfect Location

I absolutely loved my stay at this charming cottage right on the river! The peaceful sounds of the water, the cozy atmosphere, and the beautiful views made it such a relaxing getaway. The location couldn’t have been more perfect, just a short walk to everything we needed, including shops, restaurants, and local attractions. It truly felt like the best of both worlds: quiet and serene, yet so convenient. I’ll definitely be back! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a relaxing stay in the heart of it all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward T.

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

great location

Great Stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful

Over all very nice & relaxing trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky S.

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

Charming , excellent location

I really enjoyed the view and calming sounds of the water. Close 3nough for my friends and i to walk to the attractions
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha H.

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

Time away from the World

It was great to get away and enjoy Helen. Needed some peace and quite. Cabin was perfect and we enjoyed the deck relaxing and watching the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

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

Great location!!!

Great location. Well maintained. Great outdoor amenities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Milaidy D.

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

Absolutely LOVED our stay ❤️

The whole process was smooth sailings and the location and house itself was perfect! I could sit out by the river all day. It was perfect and we cant wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

T.A. V.

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

Awesome Veiws

This is a must do stay if u love the outside. The porch is wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie S.

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

Great house great stay

Wonderful location, easy to reach management, clean, magnificent covered deck to sit and watch the river! Easy walking distance to everything in Helen. Charming overall…
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

shirley h.

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

Very Pleased

We absolutely loved this place and definitely will be a returning guest. It’s even better than the pictures you see here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

The best place ever with town only a few hundred feet away!

The property was very well decorated, very well furnished and everything needed was there! It took a little bit to get the WiFi and speakers going but was part of the adventure. Amazing place in an amazing location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexa J.

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

Lovely

We had a blast in Helen. The house is perfectly located on the River and steps to town. There was plenty of room and the outside area with the hot tub was the bee’s knees. We can’t wait to book this house in the summer AND next winter!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Great Experience

Very clean and well maintained. Perfect location. Even pushing a wheelchair with my elderly Mother in law, easy walk to shopping and eating. Everything went smoothly.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Celia C.

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

Excellent location

My family and I really enjoyed our weekend in this house, very nice house, very clean, small clean, quiet neighbors close to everything we need, walking to grocery store, we will come back for sure! This property it’s more than we expected! Excellent! I really recommend 🥰
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Magdalen C.

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

Great Getaway

I took my teenage daughter and a friend for a 3 day getaway and it was perfect. It was February so the river was too cold but we sat on the porch and listened to the water as long as it was daylight and we were at the Cabin. Hot tub at night. Cute Helen with shops & restaurants was within walking distance. Anna Ruby falls was 15 min drive. Loved every minute.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Jodi H.

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

Priceless Memories

To many apps to download to connect to the speakers. The outdoors is awesome loved swinging by the river drinking a glass of wine and watching the beautiful leaves falling down. Priceless memories with my daughters that I’m forever grateful for , the cabin provided everything that we where looking for on this trip… close to town, jacuzzi and the river, definitely picture perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

David S.

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

Perfect location

I think this was the perfect house/cabin for our small family on a vacation in Helen, GA. It was within walking distance to downtown areas and had a private and spacious yard right on the river. The cost want the cheapest by any means but you’re paying for location and the busy time of the year. It was a decent size for a family of four, but the bathrooms are very small and anymore than 4 people would be interesting. With that said, The only reason we didn’t give it 5 stars was because the internet, TV, and HVAC were pretty annoying to use. You couldn’t hardly find a channel to watch on TV and the satellite reception was spotty. The internet was so slow we just used our phones. When the satellite wouldn’t get reception it would try to use the WiFi but that was not gonna work for streaming if we couldn’t use it for google searching. The nest thermostat was all over the place. We would wake up freezing since it would default to a really cold setting and we would come home to a hot house in the afternoon for the same reason. We made due with all of these things and still had a great trip, those small things just kept it from being perfect. We would stay there again due to the location and privacy alone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was wonderful, the location was awesome and we highly recommend staying at this cabin. It was wonderful to be on the river. We could not have asked for a better place in Helen!.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricky S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I really liked the location and parking for at least 3 cars. It is also located an easy 15 minute walk to activities. Here a good secret....use the street in front of the house. It is level and easier to walk.One of the things that we liked the most was the view of the river, and the sounds the it makes. It made a very relaxing morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is one of the best properties in Helen! Right on the river and only a few steps to town-you can't ask for anything better.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay so much! It was a peaceful place and so convenient to everything. We enjoyed walking to Bettys, main street, and just sitting on the deck in the afternoons watching the tubers float by. Highly recommend Lost Soles for your next stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed staying at this cabin. The location was spot on! Right on the river and walking distance to downtown and to our favorite spots. We loved the back deck for relaxing and family gathering. We loved how spacious the back deck was and the yard. The television out back was a bonus! The house was clean and inviting! The sleeping arrangements were great too with the beds being very comfortable. The driveway was very accommodating for the vehicles. The management team kept us up to date with informational texts and links. The link to the cabin was very helpful with house rules/departure instructions. We are already booking our next stay at this beautiful cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

TAMMY N.

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

Awesome time with my family nd grandkids what a blast and a perfect spot. We have stayed here before

Perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

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