Cabin

River Retreat | Ellijay, GA

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A wooden deck with two Adirondack chairs and a table, overlooking a forested landscape.
A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, leather furniture, and a kitchen in the background.
A two-story house with a porch, a stone fireplace, and a wooden deck.
A cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden staircase, and a television on a wooden cabinet.
A wooden interior with large windows, a stone fireplace, and bar stools.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cue up the fun
    One of the few properties with an on-site pool table.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Arcade/game room
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Place, Riverside Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Gilmer County Fairgrounds
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Cartecay River
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom #3

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Engelheim Vineyards and Chateau Meichtry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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Map
Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Riverside Park - 6 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 14 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Pig Hill of Fame - 16 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Cartecay River - 16 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Chattahoochee National Forest - 17 min drive - 8.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Luke’s - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mike's Ellijay Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River Retreat | Ellijay, GA pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River Retreat | Ellijay, GA?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River Retreat | Ellijay, GA?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River Retreat | Ellijay, GA?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River Retreat | Ellijay, GA located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Riverside Park, Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Piedmont Hospital. Cartecay River and Talona Lake 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house! This was the best family vacation we have had.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had an amazing time staying at River Retreat.

We had an amazing time staying at River Retreat. Everything was wonnderful Great experience
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing view

Great place to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

It was amazing and so relaxing.

It was amazing and so relaxing. Beautiful cabin with plenty of space Very nice cabins and easy check in and out process
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
All was clean and even decorated for Christmas!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We loved the cabin.

We loved the cabin. A+
From a partner site

8/10 Good

It was everything I had hoped for and more had an amazing trip and hope to check out more properties

It was everything I had hoped for and more had an amazing trip and hope to check out more properties in the future! Email correspondence was good ?? Wonderful experience first time renting a house like this it will definitely not be my last either.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Excellent cabin, not awesome communication
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Every single person in my group enjoyed the treasures of River Retreat! It’s an amazing view and b

Every single person in my group enjoyed the treasures of River Retreat! It’s an amazing view and beautiful property. We enjoyed our stay just relaxing in the cabin and on the decks! It was a perfect place for me to spend my birthday! Besides the front gate, I didn’t have to talk to any team members, we had everything we needed and any instructions about anything were already in the cabin.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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Excelente Excelente
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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