Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen
Finally, you have that time away, and you are looking to relax sitting on a porch listening to the river flow by and having a cup of coffee. Perhaps you are seeking the wonderful fresh smells of the mountains? Sit on the porch with friends and a glass of our local wine.
At River's Rest you have all the conveniences of home with plenty of living room seating, a gas log fireplace and a television on the mantel. The kitchen boasts of full size appliances, including a dishwasher. Choose the standard 12-cup drip or the Keurig one-cup coffee maker. There is a washer and dryer for convenience. The dining area has chairs for six guests with more seating on the porch at the pine table with benches. The rocking chairs, glider settee and tables are an Amish wood design. There is an electric grill, too!
The master bedroom features a king bed and a private bath with a walk-in shower and a jetted garden tub. The guest bedroom has a set of bunk beds with queen size mattresses on both top and bottom. The guest bathroom has a walk-in shower. With the sofa bed, this little gem will accommodate up to 8 people.
The upstairs porch has a hammock and two hanging egg swing chairs for relaxation.
A short walk puts you in the downtown area with many options for dining. The walk back to the property is a lovely path along the river. If you are planning all of these relaxing moments, then Rivers Rest is the place for you.
Rivers Rest is pet-friendly. A one-time per-pet fee will be added if you bring your dog(s). The pet fees that will be added to your reservation are $75 + tax for the first and $25 + tax for each additional.
• Minimum Age Requirement: Rivers Rest is available to families or to guests 21 years or older. • Parking: Space is available for 2 vehicles. • Access: The roads are paved all the way to the property. The driveway is not suitable for low profile vehicles. • Pets: Rivers Rest is pet-friendly. • Location: 0.7 miles to downtown Helen
Property manager
Georgia Mountain Rentals
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Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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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
About the area
Helen
Located in Helen, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Unicoi State Park and Chattahoochee National Forest, while Helen Arts & Heritage Center and Helen Festhalle are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Alpine Mini Golf and Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and ecotours.
Helen, Georgia
What's nearby
Charlemagne's Kingdom - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Helen Festhalle - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
Getting around
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 92 min drive
Restaurants
Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - 4 min drive
Cowboys & Angels - 3 min drive
Hofbrauhaus Restaurant - 14 min walk
Troll Tavern - 20 min walk
Spice 55 Thai and Sushi restaurant - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen located?
This family-friendly Helen holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Chattahoochee River, Unicoi Hill Park and Unicoi State Park. Helen Arts & Heritage Center and Charlemagne's Kingdom are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10 Excellent
Elisa J.
24 July 2025
Relax
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This a great an relaxing place to stay, perfect location.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at River's Rest. With little to no free parking in the Helen City limits, it was great to be within walking distance! We all enjoyed the river, teens and adults included. Highly recommend!
Katie S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Tommy S.
31 July 2025
Cozy home away from hime
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very pleased and impressed with the cleanliness and location of the home. The sounds of the river while you relax on the decks was so peaceful. Will definitely book again.
We very much enjoyed our stay at Rivers Rest Cabin. The first floor mudroom area was great for dropping dirty shoes. Kitchen was very well stocked and had everything we needed. The bed configuration was great for our family. We spent a lot of time out on both balconies (2nd floor and 3rd floor have a balcony) watching the tubers. We would stay here again!
Mandi F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth H.
29 June 2025
Even better than expected
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Excellent location, peaceful and very clean
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10/10 Excellent
Lashay A.
12 April 2025
Love it
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The condo was very nice and spacious. We enjoyed breakfast on the porch looking over the river. Will come back to stay here again 😊
We had a very relaxing girls weekend trip. The property was in a great location, and a short walk to downtown. The hot tub, the gas fireplace, and the large bedrooms made for a cozy place to relax. We will definitely be back.
Karen S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Mike H.
30 December 2024
Great Location!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Rivers Rest is a great spot to stay in Helen with a short walk to downtown. Nice view of the River with everything needed to make it a comfortable stay.
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10/10 Excellent
Dan T.
21 December 2024
Helen, Georgia For The Christmas parade
Rating Details:
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our first trip to Helen, Georgia and we had a WONDERFUL time. Our condo was perfect and an easy walk to the downtown activities. We loved standing on the balconies to see and hear the river. Very good experience.
This was a great place to stay for Oktoberfest! We loved the house, the view of the river, and the short walk into Helen.
Nick S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good
Greg B.
8 May 2025
Great Location
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved staying at River Retreat. Easy walk to town. The place was clean and tidy. The hot tub was so clean it looked new. Kitchen had everything we needed. Going to sleep by the river was really nice. Only downside was the TV, it didn’t work at times and when it did it struggled to keep connected. It didn’t bother us because we don’t watch much tv anyway. Also remember this is a mountain home 2 flights of steps. If you have issues with stairs you might not like River retreat but we loved it!! Also Georgia Mountain Rentals was great to work with, friendly professional staff. We will be renting from them again for sure.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The outdoor lighting added a magical ambiance and could not have been any better. The location of the property is very convenient to all the fun and especially tubing. Overall, a wonderful stay that I would highly recommend!
We thoroughly enjoyed everything about this condo. The location on the river and distance to all of the action was perfect. It felt like our home away from home. We enjoyed the decor, furniture and the cleanliness.. everything was wonderful.
Shelby S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole
14 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderfull time with this cabin! Super convenient for walking or driving into town. The cabin itself was clean, comfortable, and felt cozy for a great get away!
Nicole
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10/10 Excellent
Janeen W.
14 December 2024
Cozy clean Thanksgivingmas Trip
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We chose the cabin for being dog friendly and looking clean. It was very clean and cozy for us and our Weimaraners! The sound of the river was divine. We enjoyed walking to the downtown area and enjoying all the Christmas decor. I was quite happy the cabin was decorated for Christmas and had many comfy blankets throughout to keep warm.