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Deer River Resort Retreat in GA Mountains. Pet Friendly!

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Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Tabor House & Civil War Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Ellijay Marketplace
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Deer River Resort Retreat in GA Mountains. Pet Friendly!

Elevate your Blue Ridge Mountains retreat with this upscale resort cabin! The 3-bedroom, 2-bath Ellijay home boasts plenty of outdoor space including 2 decks, a patio, and a fire pit - perfect for basking in the calming sound of the river flowing by. With access to the river just a peaceful 5-minute walk away, this home is truly a destination of its own. The vacation rental promises entertainment for everyone with access to Coosawattee River Resort’s pools, game room, fitness center, and more!
The space
Gated Community | Seasonal River Views | Pool Access | Private Fire Pit | 1,476 Sq Ft

This private resort cabin provides an effortlessly comfortable home base with impeccable amenities suitable for all nature lovers - whether you’re looking to ride the river rapids and hike the Blue Ridge Mountains or simply soak in the scenic surroundings!

Master Bedroom: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed

RESORT: 2 swimming pools, game room, fitness center, mini-golf, picnic areas w/ grills, fishing lakes, tennis courts, walking trails, river access, seasonal kayak shuttle
OUTDOORS: Front porch w/ cushioned sofa, bistro table & porch swing, back deck w/ outdoor dining table, gas grill & high-top bar, paved patio w/ outdoor seating, fire pit, seasonal river views
INDOORS: Open floor plan, high ceilings, log cabin-style interior, gas fireplace, Smart TV, iPhone dock/speaker, formal dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking essentials & spices, coffee bar w/ drip coffee maker, tea kettle, dishwasher, blender
GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, iron & board, hair dryer, basic toiletries, keyless entry, ceiling fans, air conditioning
PARKING: Gravel driveway (lower parking space, 3 vehicles), upper parking space (2 additional vehicles, 4WD required)

Property manager

Ryan Eldredge

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. Ellijay River Vineyards and Engelheim Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Chattahoochee National Forest and Cohutta Wildlife Management Area. Travelling with kids? Consider Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Talona Lake - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Pig Hill of Fame - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Tabor House & Civil War Museum - 10 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 11 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Happy Family II - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Deer River Resort Retreat in GA Mountains. Pet Friendly! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Deer River Resort Retreat in GA Mountains. Pet Friendly!?

As of 2 August 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Deer River Resort Retreat in GA Mountains. Pet Friendly! on 11 August 2025 start from NZ$540.39, 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.

Is Deer River Resort Retreat in GA Mountains. Pet Friendly! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Deer River Resort Retreat in GA Mountains. Pet Friendly!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deer River Resort Retreat in GA Mountains. Pet Friendly!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Deer River Resort Retreat in GA Mountains. Pet Friendly! located?

This family-friendly Ellijay cabin is located on a river, 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Riverside Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Piedmont Hospital. Ellijay Marketplace and Cartecay River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

8.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rodney H.

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

Road trip

The cabin was awesome and the host was very accommodating. Would like to visit again sometime.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

RUBEN C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mr Ryan Our host well There is no Better Host . Beautiful cabin Great service and great sceneries Beautiful rivers We are so pleased with all the accommodations that Mr Ryan gave us he bent over backwards to please us in our stay we would like to thank him and all the people who support is wonderful and beautiful cabin thank you so much Mr Ryan bringing
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Traci K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Winding roads

I’m not going to bash the owner, so I will just say I’m really not sure how it went!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristine H.

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

Nice stay

Nice stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irina B.

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

Quaint and calm

Enjoyed a quick getaway to this peaceful property. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda E., Harrisburg Illinois

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

We loved the condo and the cleanliness and accommodations

We loved the wildlife that came to visit
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keri E.

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

great vacation

we loved the property. we were amazed by all the deer. it was clean and comfortable, just as described. Ryan was very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber N.

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

Fantastic Nature Get Away

Beautiful setting, loved the deer right out the back door! Sitting outside on the front porch listening to the river was fantastic! Cabin was super clean, bedding and pillows were super comfortable. Kitchen was extremely well stocked with kitchenware and spices. Would stay here again! Do recommend 4 wheel drive vehicles.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert L.

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

Mountain Getaway

We had a very enjoyable stay at the cabin! The front porch and listening to the sound of the river was very relaxing.. Everything went smoothly throughout the trip. The ride to the cabin was winding and very interesting, but both our jeep and truck made the trek nicely.. The deer were fun to feed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Sharon G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Frustrating

Booked this cabin for a relaxing break from my work as a teacher. I was disappointed because the washing machine AND dishwasher did not work. Driveway was VERY steep and unpaved, so it made getting groceries inside difficult. It takes a long time to get from the house to the entrance of the resort
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda P.

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

Clean and Comfortable

Great host; proactive, informative, and responsive. The property was very clean and comfortable with nice bedding and furniture. (This seems unnecessary to say but we have experienced rentals with unusable/painful to use furniture.) Well-stocked with all the necessities plus nice touches with little extras. The neighborhood was beautiful but a little far from the main fairway adding a little extra time to our explorations. The driveway is difficult even with all-wheel drive, enduro motorcycles, and experienced drivers/riders. Overall, wonderful experience and we would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Olivia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice place but no appliances are working

The house is beautifully decorated with traditional cabin decor and the neighborhood is very safe and scenically placed close to the river. The process checking into the cabin was easy, but the walk up to the front door is not easy, so parking above is preferred but a 4 wheel drive is mandatory for parking above. So anyone with a 2WD must park below and walk up the difficult pathway. What was also very unfortunate about our stay that the listing states are a part of your amenities is…. -The dishwasher was broken -the washer and dryer unplugged and dryer does not work -the bottom glass in the refrigerator is broken so you can’t place anything on it -there was no propane to have a small fire on the balcony -there was a light bulbs out in the upstairs bathroom -the tv/remote did not work so we had to download an app on our phones to work the tv which took a couple hours and the host was informed and didn’t help at all with any Solution We also tried to reach out about some of these things not working in the cabin and were ignored. So overall would not recommend staying at this listing until these issues are addressed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther J. K.

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

Wonderful Stay

My colleague and I needed a few days to get away so that we could focus on our dissertation work. This cabin was a perfect getaway-- it offered all the amenities we needed, especially in the kitchen. Whenever we needed a quick brain break, we had the option of going to the rec center (with basic gym equipment) or going on a walk to feed the friendly deer. Admittedly, the deer was the best part of the trip. WARNING: Be cautious about parking on the upper level; I'd recommend parking on the lower deck to be on the safe-end. One of our cars got stuck on the hill and when we reached out to Ryan, he was so quick to respond and send for help. This was during the few days leading up to Christmas so we were worried we would not be able to get anybody out, but the issue quickly got resolved within the hour. Overall, this was a super family-friendly place. They have board games for kids, a relaxing patio and fireplace, and even separate thermostats for the rooms upstairs/downstairs. We would definitely love to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Unfortunately, not as described

I’ve rented STRs/hotels and RVs for nearly 10 years and have never left a negative review until now. We’d like to inform future guests of the true accuracy of this listing. If your family reserves for amenities and features, it’s important to know that this listing isn’t accurate as of our rental dates. It was so unfortunate to have this be our last vacation with our 18 year old, and the last before the arrival of our unborn child. List of inaccuracies/transparency 1. Amenities (game room, pool, put put, etc) are a 21 minute drive from the cabin. The roads are extremely windy from the cabin to the rec center. 2. Game room amenities are not included. Each virtual game, game of pool, air hockey, etc costs per use. 3. There is no spa 4. There is no heated pool 5. There is no playground 6. There is no outdoor pool, or whirl pool (there is an indoor and kiddy pool) 7. The cabin is not on a river, it’s across the road from a river. The only access is walking down the road where the property sits until you reach the next road. From there you’ll continue to walk to find a clearing. It is very overgrown. 8. There are no Mountain Views at the cabin, it is built on a mountain. 9. The “stair-less entry” is actually a 45 degree incline on rock. This feature was actually important to us because I’m six months pregnant. It was dangerous to say the least. 10. You have access to upstairs, only. Pros: The deer are remarkable and the cabin was very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Holly H.

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

Lots of deer

Loved the deer that came to be fed each morning. Cabin is very nice and comfortable. It’s very far into coosawattee and you have to drive on a one lane road. It’s a steep gravel driveway so you definitely need four wheel drive.
Stayed 12 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allen B.

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

Deer River

We booked this rental due to it being close to the vineyard we were attending a wedding at. Even though it was close mileage wise, it still took 30 minutes to get there. The drive up the mountain was an adventure!! But so worth it!! This property is beautiful!!! And the owners make sure it is stocked with everything you may need! Including laundry pods and coffee. They truly went above and beyond to take care of us and to make us feel welcome!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Shakira L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

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

Mountain Cabin

Very nice, beautiful deck with fire place overlooking river.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Sharon P.

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

Beautiful cabin and surroundings

Cabin is beautiful and well furnished. It was quite comfortable and roomy. Games available for all ages. Ryan was very quick to answer questions and help us when we needed it. Ellijay is a quaint town worth visiting. We were unaware the lower level was not available and therefore you either had to make it up the steep driveway or you had to walk up the path to get into the cabin. Either way, I would not rent this cabin if you don’t have a 4 wheel drive. Roads are as expected, narrow and winding but mostly paved EXCEPT Parker Way which is the only road that connects to the road the cabin sits on. That road is 1 lane, very narrow and winding. We met a delivery truck one trip and fortunately the driver was close to the only driveway and pulled into it to let us pass. Then when leaving at the end of our vaca, we met a cement truck and had to back down the narrow, winding road until we got all the way back to the entrance of the cabin road to let it pass! We loved the cabin, would have loved it more if it’d been on a different location.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Peacefulness

Really enjoyed our time at this lovely cabin. The beds are super comfortable, linens super soft and comfy- slept like a baby! Deer are everywhere throughout this HUGE neighborhood. The sound of the river across the street is soothing. Enjoyed the deck with fire pit. Driveway to the cabin is a little steep for flat land Floridians but doable with a regular vehicle. Plenty of awesome hikes in the area. Ellijay is a cute little town. Blue ridge is also very nice. Communication with the owner was always quick and easy! Thanks for sharing your lovely cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice

Overall good location, peaceful and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

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

July visit 2022

My family and some friends stayed at this property for a few days. We definitely enjoyed our stay. The cabin was absolutely beautiful!!! We enjoyed feeding all the deers that come on the property. We went for walks. Definitely recommended brining your family here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Marianne M., Acworth GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

The cabin was very nice, clean and well stocked

XO
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Review

Had an awesome time for my bachelorette trip and I can't wait to come back and visit again soon. Had a blast !
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

karla s., Tampa, FL

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

Beautiful cabin in the woods

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful, well-equipped home! We spent many nights on the porch watching the fireflies, deer and listening to the river! Did I mention the deer?!? Soooooooo many deer and at all times of the day! We found ourselves feeding them and running to the store to buy more food for them… which is probably why they kept coming back! There are many amenities available in the neighborhood- we enjoyed the indoor pool, outdoor pool and even the river! The location is convenient to many local activities, wineries and nearby towns like blueridge! Would definitely go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ryan Eldredge

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We grew up on the Florida beaches, but now reside outside of Nashville. This cabin is a peaceful stop in between the two locations. We love coming here to enjoy the fresh air and to listen to the river.

Why they chose this property

The drive-in from the resort gate is always fun. Usually there are deer all over the place, and you'll get glimpses of people enjoying a float down the river.

What makes this property unique

I'm always struck by the calm and peacefulness of this cabin. This property is perched on the mountainside directly across from the Coosawattee River. It heightens the sound of the water rushing over the rocks below and gives you a fun vantage point to watch the deer run down the hill. We supply deer corn for you to throw from the balcony. Once the deer hear it, they'll immediately scamper down the hill.

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