Chalet

Alpine Riverside Retreat Downtown Helen, 2 King Suites, 3 full Baths

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Riverside Deck
 Riverside
Entry Riverside
Dining Area
Sleeper Sofa Queen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Helen, GA
  • Helen Festhalle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
    ‪15 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Alpine Riverside Retreat Downtown Helen, 2 King Suites, 3 full Baths

Escape to a luxury riverfront getaway in the heart of Helen, Georgia. Our newly renovated retreat offers the ideal starting point for exploring all the area's attractions. With two spacious king suites, a cozy bunk bedroom, our accommodations comfortably accommodate up to Six guests. There's no shortage of activities to enjoy in the area, from exhilarating rafting, zip lining, kayaking, and tubing to leisurely water parks, horseback riding, golfing, canoeing, fishing, and hiking to breathtaking waterfalls. Make sure you don't miss out on the chance to experience the best of Helen!

Property manager

Renee Simchon
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Door code and Driving Directions will be emailed 24 to 48hrs before arrival provided you have sent a valid US ID of the person reserving this property

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Helen

Located in Helen, this chalet is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Helen Festhalle and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Nora Mill Granary and Hardman Farm Historic Site. Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Alpine Mini Golf are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Helen, GA

What's nearby

  • Helen Festhalle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Troll Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Spice 55 Thai and Sushi restaurant - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Alpine Riverside Retreat Downtown Helen, 2 King Suites, 3 full Baths pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Alpine Riverside Retreat Downtown Helen, 2 King Suites, 3 full Baths?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alpine Riverside Retreat Downtown Helen, 2 King Suites, 3 full Baths?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Alpine Riverside Retreat Downtown Helen, 2 King Suites, 3 full Baths located?

Located in the heart of Helen, this chalet is within a 15-minute walk of Chattahoochee River, Unicoi State Park and Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park. Helen Festhalle and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kandi T.

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

Weekend birthday trip

The property is very nice and walkable to everything.. The apartment is beautiful and sits right on the creek with a cute play area. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Eddie H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Friendcation!

Love the location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

janna s.

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

Very nice place

Nicely decorated. Very convenient and the best sleeping beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Tristan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Family Trip

Overall great experience, great neighbors and general public interaction with the community. Took lots of pictures and tried the local restaurants with family for the holidays.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert K.

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

Short stay but so much fun

Great little town
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Rockholt K., Nesconset, USA

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

Amazing stay and family vacation

We had an amazing stay! Great area and an amazing home.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Anthony F.

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

Enjoyed our stay

The property was very spacious and convenient to all shops and tubing. The property was clean and well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann S.

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

Birthday getaway!

We stayed 3 nights here for a birthday getaway. The location was perfect…right on the river…and we were able to walk to many restaurants and downtown. Parking was readily accessible in front. The kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked with all the amenities. Great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mara O.

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

Great Location!

We really enjoyed our stay! The house was in a perfect location and it was right on the river.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R., Taylorsville, NC

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

Great place close to everything.

Very clean nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica K.

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

Great property!

We had a great time on and off the river. Parking under the buildings kept our cars cool during the day while we walked around town. Plus the host was really quick to respond to any comments or questions we had.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S., DeMossville, KY

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

Wonderful Place

We enjoyed our stay. The place was very clean and convenient to everything. We would definitely reserve it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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

Family Trip

Plenty of room for our family. Easy to walk to all shops, restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Great steak. Our family enjoyed it

It was great
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2017

10/10 Excellent

Brandy A.

Awesome weekend getaway!!

We really enjoyed our stay!! Wish we would have been staying for a week!! So relaxing! Everything we needed for a perfect weekend getaway!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Common areas are neglected

The rental itself is clean. Maintenance is way overdue to the rest of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

Great Place

The condo was great- we had 4 adults and 5 children. Plenty of room and privacy- close to everything- wonderful experience!

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes M.

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

Helen,GA

Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

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

Beautiful property in Helen ga

We really enjoyed our stay in Helen and thank you for sharing your beautiful property with us . We look forward to returning again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas K.

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

What a fun weekend!

This place was so much fun to stay at. We mainly used the apartment as a sleep and shower location. It was very clean and comfortable with nice blackout curtains! It is perfectly situated on the river where there is a small island, perfect for wading out and setting up some chairs watching the tubers go by. It is also just a short 10 min walk to downtown. I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven W., Woodstock

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

Great vacation rental!

We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation in Helen. We are going to do it again next year! Sure hope we can get the same property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea G.

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

Girls Trip

We’ve had stayed at the property many times and will continue to when we visit Helen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Awesome Weekend!

Beautiful condo, excellent location to all shops and activities! Clean, wonderful bedding and towels, awesome views. Absolutely the best rental in Helen!

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Beautiful Condo w/Great Location!

The condo is in a great location, on the river and walking distance to downtown. The interior decorating looks great, we could not have be happier with our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Hazel N.

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

Best family get away!!

It's so close to everything and plenty of room for the family. The balconies over the river made it so much fun watching people riding tubes down the river. We will be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Renee Simchon

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I am a real estate broker that loves to travel to unique destinations. Since I was a young girl my family visited Helen Ga. regularly and I have continued that same cherished tradition with my four children. My 25 years in the real estate industry instilled a strong rule that I live by when investing - LOCATION is Everything! When a great property hit the market in Helen that was riverfront and steps to downtown + next door to a new water park I made the move to finally own property in the vacation destination I had always cherished. I am proud to say that move was one of the best moves I have ever made. Our kids and their friends can enjoy the freedom to walk and explore without worry or the hassle of us chauffeuring. The adults can visit the sites, shopping & pubs to enjoy Oktoberfest then tube or walk home. After your visit I am sure you will love this Bavarian getaway as much as we do! Happy Travels, Renee and Sam Simchon

Renee Simchon, owner BIC
Greenwood Realty, Inc.


Sam Simchon, President
Bay Island Sportswear, Inc.

Why they chose this property

I grew up in Hartwell, Georgia and often visited Helen to tube the Hooch and sunset horseback ride through the streams. When Sam and I married in 1996 we spent our honeymoon weekend in Helen visiting the parks, enjoying the Bavarian town, visiting the waterfalls & kayaking. In 2005 we finally purchased our own riverside retreat downtown Helen. Our four children, friends and colleagues have grown to love our retreat as much as we do. After visiting hundreds of times and consistent market watch, we purchased our perfect location downtown and riverfront. Our kids and their friends can safely roam while we enjoy our own activities and the car stays in the garage the whole time we are there. We know you will truly enjoy all that Helen has to offer! Renee' and Sam Simchon

What makes this property unique

Only steps to downtown Helen & Riverside..The best Helen can offer. Waterpark next door, tubes at the front steps, shopping, dining, winery, waterfalls, horseback riding, ziplines, golf courses and so much more. In the heart of Helen..your only problem will be deciding what to enjoy first!

Languages:

English

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