Welcome to our future retirement cabin and your perfect getaway! Tucked in the towering trees with Cartecay River frontage, you can sit on the porch and listen to the sounds of the river rapids. Recently renovated cabin sits on two acres with 2BR/2BA, great room with wood burning fireplace, wide plank hardwood floors and beautiful knotty pine, tongue/groove wood ceilings. As this is our part-time home, we have it stocked with quality cookware, tableware, small appliances and linens. Recent upgrades: SS appliances, granite countertops (kitchen and baths), a new king platform bed and mattress set in the master bedroom and a new glass tile walk-in shower and fixtures in master bath. Google Nest Wifi thermostat, GE washer/dryer, bathroom vanities and interior and exterior painting. Samsung Smart TV in the main room and Smart/Roku TVs in each bedroom. Bose Wave stereo and Sony DVD player. Recently upgraded Hi Speed Internet service (750 Mbps-FbrX) to support and enhance working from home & streaming movies. You'll love spending time outdoors on the well-furnished, a full length covered porch and lower level deck with a three-burner Weber gas grill. Our cabin is located in a beautiful gated community with a covered bridge entrance (see pics) and offers multiple common areas/amenities on the Cartecay River (the river is not easily accessible from the cabin) for tubing, kayaking and fly fishing. Miles of walkable tree-lined roads. Deer are frequent visitors. It's only a ten minute drive to downtown Ellijay restaurants and shopping. Also, there are several nearby orchards, vineyards and Reece's hard cidery. A thirty-day minimum rental period is required by HOA. Please contact us with any questions and thank you for looking, Jackie and Bill
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Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 30
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events
No events allowed
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Instant bookings made less than 30 days prior to check-in date are subject to a 24-hour review period prior to acceptance.
Candle burning is not permitted. Fire hazard.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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
About the area
Ellijay
Located in Ellijay, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Amicalola Falls State Park and Cartecay River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ellijay Marketplace and Gilmer County Fairgrounds. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Amicalola Falls State Park - 24 min drive - 35.3 km
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 28 min drive - 39.9 km
Blue Ridge Lake - 33 min drive - 42.2 km
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 17 min drive
McDonald's - 17 min drive
Buffalo Luke’s - 17 min drive
Taco Bell - 17 min drive
Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Renovated Cabin in a Gated River Community pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Renovated Cabin in a Gated River Community?
As of 3 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Renovated Cabin in a Gated River Community on 30 June 2026 start from NZ$157, 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 Renovated Cabin in a Gated River Community?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Renovated Cabin in a Gated River Community located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Cartecay River and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Chattahoochee National Forest. Chateau Meichtry and Ellijay Marketplace are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was the best stay we have experienced.
This cabin was absolutely wonderful the neighborhood was quiet I enjoyed walking and seeing deer everywhere I looked. The hosts were great to communicate with if I was to come back to this area I would definitely stay here again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 31 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2023
So glad y'all enjoyed your stay and thank you so much for leaving our cabin in such pristine condition! Would love to host you again! Jackie & Bill.
I loved the large back porch. It was like a treehouse.
You can hear the river below . The Deer came by every day. If you’re looking for a natural setting, this is it.
Brenda S.
Stayed 61 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2024
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at our cabin. Since we only received positive feedback, we do not know what we could have done to warrant a five star rating. Thank you again for visiting. Jackie and Bill
We stayed at the cabin for 3 months and it was not a long enough visit. On the back porch you see the deer all day long and you can hear the river rushing below it. Clean cabin and wonderful setting in a secure location. The owners are super to work with and quickly respond to all inquiries or requests. Definitely a 5-star property.
Jeffrey F.
Stayed 91 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2024
Thanks so much for staying with us! We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay! Jackie and Bill
We travel as part of my wife's career and we have stayed at many properties. This home has been one of our most pleasant experiences.
The owners are wonderful to work with, presented a recently updated, spotless home in a wonderfully quiet setting (with the sound of the river in the background). The back porch is wonderful for relaxing and reading. The grill is new. The gas stove works amazing! The Internet never skipped a beat, I worked from home comfortably there myself.
As mentioned, the house was clean, well stocked and in good repair. The property is wooded, has regular groups of deer coming through and is very close to Ellijay (9 mins maybe?).
The short drive to the cabin across the bridge is wonderful!
David V.
Stayed 55 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2023
So nice to have you and we are so pleased you enjoyed our cabin retreat! We hope you folks will be returning soon! Thank you! Jackie and Bill.
The purpose of our trip was to get reprieve from the South Florida heat and humidity. Mission was accomplished! The cabin was extremely clean and cozy. The appliances appeared to be brand new. The cabin was surrounded by trees which made the area cool and comfortable. The porch furniture was very comfortable where we enjoyed our morning coffee and book reading. The owner was very quick to respond to texts when questions arose. The Roku TV was frustrating to us since we were unfamiliar with the system, however we were able to view platforms for which we had subscriptions. The WiFi worked without a hitch! Our biggest joy was watching a family of deer pass by daily. The overall month’s experience was very enjoyable. Thank you Bill and Jackie for sharing your cozy cabin with us.
Donna T.
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2023
Thank you Donna and George for the kind review. We are so pleased you enjoyed our little sanctuary in the N. GA mountains...and yes, the deer are a daily treat! Thank you again for staying with us and we hope to have you back one day! Jackie and Bill
About the host
Hosted by Jacqueline Young
This is our vacation cabin and future retirement retreat. We have done our best to furnish and stock the cabin with items that we ourselves enjoy and make stays convenient and memorable.
Why they chose this property
Beautiful gated community with dense forest, a variety of wildlife and many community common areas/amenities including hiking trails, fish ponds and river access for swimming, tubing, kayaking and fishing.
What makes this property unique
Fully renovated cabin with quality furnishings, appliances and everything else our guests would want for a relaxing stay in a beautifully maintained community with the majestic Cartecay River below. Nearby waterfall for tubing (tubes supplied).