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LARGE elegant DESIGNER mountain cabin home on RIVER COOSAWATTEE perfect4families
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9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12315.9 sq m
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ellijay, GA
- Place, Riverside Park5 min drive
- Place, Gilmer County Library6 min drive
- Place, Gilmer County Fairgrounds7 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bunk Room
2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds
Game Room
2 Double Futons
The Patriot
1 Queen Bed
Trout Haven
1 King Bed
Whimsy
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Game Room Bathroom
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Trout Haven Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Whimsy Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
LARGE elegant DESIGNER mountain cabin home on RIVER COOSAWATTEE perfect4families
*NOTE* Any reservations with more than 8 guests must be PRE-APPROVED or the reservation will not be confirmed. While we welcome families and guests, we DO NOT permit certain types of activities at our property (bachelor/bachelorette parties and things of that nature).
MOUNTAINTOWN RIVER RETREAT IS A VERY SPECIAL PLACE. IT IS PEACEFUL, SERENE AND THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED FOR FAMILIES.
READ ON AND COPY AND PASTE THE LINK BELOW TO DISCOVER WHAT MAKES THIS CABIN UNIQUE AND UNLIKE ANY OTHER.
There is a link to the video embedded in the photo gallery. When you scroll through the photos, the third photo is a video. Press play. If you don't see it, try it from a laptop. Sometimes the video won't play when using a cell phone and the mobile VRBO site rather than the full site. Video has many more detailed photos so it’s worth taking a look.
https://youtu.be/EXX4UKk2aPY
Photos don’t do it justice. This cabin is large and mindfully decorated resulting in a uniquely enjoyable experience. It is filled with thoughtful touches and appointments creating an experience other rentals do not offer. It's riverside location make it the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful mountain surroundings.
The cabin is conveniently located within the Coosawattee River Resort whose main gates are just 5-10 mins from Ellijay grocery stores, restaurants, antiques and more. Wineries, orchards and farms are approximately 20-30 minutes away.
Please be advised that there are two exterior cameras facing driveway and front door. These are in place to validate the number of guests and adherence of rental policies (no pets, no parties and no indoor smoking).
MOUNTAINTOWN RIVER RETREAT IS A VERY SPECIAL PLACE. IT IS PEACEFUL, SERENE AND THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED FOR FAMILIES.
READ ON AND COPY AND PASTE THE LINK BELOW TO DISCOVER WHAT MAKES THIS CABIN UNIQUE AND UNLIKE ANY OTHER.
There is a link to the video embedded in the photo gallery. When you scroll through the photos, the third photo is a video. Press play. If you don't see it, try it from a laptop. Sometimes the video won't play when using a cell phone and the mobile VRBO site rather than the full site. Video has many more detailed photos so it’s worth taking a look.
https://youtu.be/EXX4UKk2aPY
Photos don’t do it justice. This cabin is large and mindfully decorated resulting in a uniquely enjoyable experience. It is filled with thoughtful touches and appointments creating an experience other rentals do not offer. It's riverside location make it the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful mountain surroundings.
The cabin is conveniently located within the Coosawattee River Resort whose main gates are just 5-10 mins from Ellijay grocery stores, restaurants, antiques and more. Wineries, orchards and farms are approximately 20-30 minutes away.
Please be advised that there are two exterior cameras facing driveway and front door. These are in place to validate the number of guests and adherence of rental policies (no pets, no parties and no indoor smoking).
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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ellijay
Located in Ellijay, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Tabor House & Civil War Museum and Fort Mountain are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ellijay River Vineyards and Chateau Meichtry. Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

ellijay, GA
What's nearby
- Riverside Park - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
- Gilmer County Library - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
- Piedmont Hospital - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
- Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
- Cartecay River - 8 min drive - 8.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cartecay River Brewing Co. - 15 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 14 min drive
- Mike's Ellijay Restaurant - 13 min drive
- Mr. P's - 17 min drive
- Ellijay Coffeehouse - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
3 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ellen C.
30 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellen C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Louise N.
15 December 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Louise N.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Louis F.
8 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home & Great Rental Owner
Louis F.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kevin F.
22 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kevin F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandra H.
20 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sandra H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
josh t.
28 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
josh t.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Diunesky M.
29 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super time out

Diunesky M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alisa C.
10 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
Alisa C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Virginia V.
11 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing 50th Birthday Ladies Retreat
Virginia V.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Megan C.
8 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Megan C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Danny Z.
21 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet
Danny Z.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa S.
13 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ellijay
Lisa S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katharine S.
13 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends trip.
Katharine S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Todd C.
19 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large family approved
Todd C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tricia K.
1 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New years mountain vacation
Tricia K.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Dawn W.
12 July 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Wi-fi lock is not good!
Dawn W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gary W.
23 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gary
Gary W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Allen L.
7 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place with a great view
Allen L.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katrice B.
25 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home and Views
Katrice B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erica M.
1 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweetest Host Ever!
Erica M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Katie L.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Heaven
Katie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth H.
28 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Memories
Kenneth H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dawn S.
19 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family adventures
Dawn S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Mountaintown Retreat
There's so much to do at our riverside retreat. Downtown Ellijay is 12 minutes away and Blue Ridge is 20-30 minutes. You will surely enjoy the quaint antique shops in Ellijay and some great locally owned restaurants and breweries. And if wine is your “thing”, we have several awarding winning wineries to choose from in our amazing little mountain town. Ellijay hosts the Apple Festival every year in October. We have many local orchards and farms that offer fun things to do (especially for kids) and wonderfully unique opportunities for local ware and fare. And if that isn't enough, just south of Ellijay is Carter's Lake and Amicalola Falls. You can rent a boat at the marina at Carter's Lake or Lake Blue Ridge. Horseback riding, whitewater rafting, hiking and mountain biking are also available nearby. This is a great source for all that Ellijay has to offer: https://www.gilmerchamber.com/
Why they chose this property
We think you will find everything you need to create wonderful memories in this truly unique cabin. With views of the river from nearly every room, and two stacked stone wood burning fireplaces, it is easy to relax. The cabin is located on private road nestled in the woods. Fishing, tubing and wading are just steps away. And if you visit us in the colder months, we have abundant wildlife (deer are plentiful year round on your way and at the cabin, bear, mink, fox and so much more). We also have a firepit, outdoor fireplace, indoor fireplace (wood provided October-March) and hot tub to enjoy when the weather is crisp. The changing of the leaves is quite nice Sept - November (depending on the year of course)
What makes this property unique
This cabin is equipped with everything you need and more. We continually hear from our guests how they bring things they never need because we provide it for them. We have added extra touches and essentials that other vacation rentals just don't offer to their guests. We want you to have everything you need and even things you don't need but will enjoy. We want to provide you with the perfect environment to relax with love ones and friends so you can create wonderful memories rather than spending time at the store having to pick up numerous incidentals yourself.
There are 4 spacious bedrooms with French doors leading directly to either the terrace, the porch or the balcony and all of them have views of the river. Our cabin is NOT the place for parties of any kind. We welcome families and mature guests.
Mountaintown River Retreat is uniquely suited for adults and kids. There is a special place for everyone. The loft caters to adults with a dry bar & large screen tv. While the game room area is designed for kids with an air hockey table, large screen tv, dvd player, 300+ movies, PS3 (and games), board games, puzzles, books, toys and more are provided.
There are multiple outdoor spaces to enjoy as well and all of them with river view. There are several porches, balconies, outdoor swings, hammock, fire pit, hot tub and a variety of outdoor dining options.
There are many attributes setting our cabin apart from others and it's been creatively and thoughtfully appointed to promote quality time and to simply unplug. WiFi & cell service isn't ideal in this mountain setting.
*PLEASE NOTE* This property is equipped with EXTERIOR security cameras and a live feed. It's monitored periodically to ensure the NUMBER OF GUESTS, NO PET & NO PARTIES policies are being adhered to.
There are 4 spacious bedrooms with French doors leading directly to either the terrace, the porch or the balcony and all of them have views of the river. Our cabin is NOT the place for parties of any kind. We welcome families and mature guests.
Mountaintown River Retreat is uniquely suited for adults and kids. There is a special place for everyone. The loft caters to adults with a dry bar & large screen tv. While the game room area is designed for kids with an air hockey table, large screen tv, dvd player, 300+ movies, PS3 (and games), board games, puzzles, books, toys and more are provided.
There are multiple outdoor spaces to enjoy as well and all of them with river view. There are several porches, balconies, outdoor swings, hammock, fire pit, hot tub and a variety of outdoor dining options.
There are many attributes setting our cabin apart from others and it's been creatively and thoughtfully appointed to promote quality time and to simply unplug. WiFi & cell service isn't ideal in this mountain setting.
*PLEASE NOTE* This property is equipped with EXTERIOR security cameras and a live feed. It's monitored periodically to ensure the NUMBER OF GUESTS, NO PET & NO PARTIES policies are being adhered to.
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