River | Hot Tub | Island | EV | Game Rm

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Your front-row seat to the peaceful sounds of the Cartecay River.
Cross the private bridge to discover your own peaceful island retreat along the Cartecay River.
A hot tub with a wooden deck, surrounded by trees.
Spacious game room with pool table / ping-pong table, arcade games, basketball, and bar seating.
Upper screened-in deck with comfortable lounge seating for relaxing and unwinding.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Ping pong onsite
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Overlooking the river
    Guests like the scenic riverfront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Cartecay River
Sleeps 73 bedrooms4 beds

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Place, Cartecay River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Amicalola Falls State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

River | Hot Tub | Island | EV | Game Rm

Welcome to Your Own Private Island
Some cabins have river views - this one comes with your own private island. Discover a place where mornings begin with coffee on the screened porch, afternoons are spent exploring the Cartecay River, and evenings end beneath the stars in the hot tub while the soothing sound of rushing water becomes the soundtrack to your vacation.
Freshly renovated and updated from top to bottom, Cartecay Island Cabin blends peaceful riverfront relaxation with unforgettable family fun.

A Place Everyone Will Love
Whether you're planning a family vacation, couples getaway, or a peaceful escape, everyone seems to find their favorite spot.
•Some guests spend hours relaxing on the private island.
•Others never leave the hot tub.
•Kids disappear into the game rooms while the adults gather around the fire pit or unwind on the screened porch with nothing but the sound of the river.
•This is the kind of place where memories happen naturally.

✦ INSIDE THE CABIN✦

TWO GAME ROOMS
Rainy day? Family tournament? Late-night fun?
You've got two separate entertainment spaces packed with activities for every age.

Loft Game Lounge
• Foosball table
• Infinity Gaming Table
• Giant bean bag chairs
• Board games & puzzles
• Smart TV

NEW Lower-Level Arcade
• Pool table / Ping Pong table
• NBA Jam Arcade
• Star Wars Arcade
• Golden Tee Arcade
• Pop-A-Shot Basketball
• Giant Wall Checkers
• Pub Table

THE OUTDOOR EXPERIENCE
This is where Cartecay Island Cabin truly shines.
Spend your morning listening to the rushing river from the screened porch.
Swing beneath the deck in the hammock chairs.
Cross your private bridge to the island and enjoy your own quiet stretch of riverfront.
Fire up the grill, roast s'mores around the fire pit, then finish the evening soaking in the hot tub beneath the mountain sky.
Or simply do absolutely nothing except enjoy the peaceful sound of the water.

AMENITIES
• Private Island on the Cartecay River
• Newly Renovated •
TWO Game Rooms
• Hot Tub
• Fire Pit
• Screened Porch
• Two-Level Deck
• Hammock Swings
• EV Charger
• Whole-Home Bluetooth Music System
• Fast Wi-Fi
• Washer & Dryer
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
• Coffee Bar

✦ CABIN LAYOUT ✦

MAIN LEVEL
• King Master Suite with soaking tub, walk-in shower, Smart TV & deck access
• Queen Bedroom with Smart TV
• Full Bathroom (tub/shower combo)
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
• Coffee Bar (Nespresso, K-Cup & Drip Coffee)
• Living Room with Smart TV & Gas Fireplace

LOFT BEDROOM & GAME LOUNGE
• Twin Bed + Twin Trundle (or combine into a King) (*Note: this is open to below, not a closed in room)
• Foosball Table
• Infinity Gaming Table
• Giant Bean Bag Chairs
• Games & Puzzles
• Smart TV

LOWER-LEVEL ARCADE
• Pool / Ping Pong Table
• NBA Jam
• Star Wars
• Golden Tee
• Pop-A-Shot Basketball
• Giant Wall Checkers
• Pub Table

CLOSE TO EVERYTHING
You're surrounded by nature, yet just minutes from Ellijay's best attractions.
• 1 mile to tubing
• 3.5 miles to local apple orchards
• 5 miles to wineries & vineyards
• 8 miles to Downtown Ellijay
• 20 miles to Blue Ridge

Whether you're here to relax, explore, fish, hike, tube, or simply reconnect with family and friends, Cartecay Island Cabin offers an experience that's difficult to find anywhere else - a peaceful riverfront retreat with your own private island.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cabin is not child-proof.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Must be 25 to rent, must sign rental agreement. Must submit a valid government ID.
$300 security deposit will be held 2 days prior to your stay and released 2 days after your departure pending no missing items or damage.
No parties, no pets, no smoking or vaping of any kind.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2923021vb
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

About the area

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Chattahoochee National Forest and Amicalola Falls State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Ellijay Marketplace and Gilmer County Fairgrounds. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and mountain biking nearby.
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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Cartecay River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 13 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Amicalola Falls State Park - 21 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 33 min drive - 47.4 km
  • Blue Ridge Lake - 36 min drive - 42.3 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waffle House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Falls - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's / Red Burrito - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cross Roads Grocery - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River | Hot Tub | Island | EV | Game Rm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at River | Hot Tub | Island | EV | Game Rm?

As of 26 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River | Hot Tub | Island | EV | Game Rm on 2 September 2026 start from NZ$1,926, 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 River | Hot Tub | Island | EV | Game Rm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River | Hot Tub | Island | EV | Game Rm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River | Hot Tub | Island | EV | Game Rm?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River | Hot Tub | Island | EV | Game Rm located?

This family-friendly Ellijay cabin is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Chattahoochee National Forest and Cartecay River. Rich Mountain Wilderness and Cartecay Vineyards are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Heather

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Hi! I'm Heather. My husband & I love traveling, staying in unique vacation homes, and creating places where families and friends can slow down, reconnect, and make lasting memories.
We fell in love with the peaceful beauty of the Cartecay River the first time we stayed here and knew we wanted a place to share with others. Every update and renovation has been thoughtfully chosen to create a relaxing, comfortable getaway where you can unplug, unwind, and experience everything that makes this special corner of Ellijay so unforgettable.
We hope you love Cartecay Island Cabin as much as we do, and that your stay becomes one of those trips you'll be talking about long after you return home.

What makes this property unique

When you stay at Cartecay Island Cabin, you're booking directly with me - not a large management company. We take pride in providing responsive, personal service and want your vacation to be as seamless as it is memorable.
Before you arrive, you'll receive our detailed digital guidebook with everything you need to know about the cabin, plus our favorite local restaurants, wineries, hiking trails, orchards, tubing, and hidden gems to help you make the most of your stay.
Whether you're planning a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a weekend with friends, we're here to help make your time in Ellijay relaxing, easy, and unforgettable.

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