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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Helen, GA
  • Helen Festhalle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau
    ‪8 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!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
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. Alpine Mini Golf and Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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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
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pig Southern BBQ - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Troll Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬3 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 5-minute walk of Chattahoochee River and Helen Festhalle. Helen Arts & Heritage Center and Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 182 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

KURT W.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good place to stay for a large group.

Good place to stay with ample parking. Could be cleaner however it is very serviceable it is right on the rive and good for a large family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view of the water each morning sitting on the swing was my favorite. Place in great location and only issue we had was addressed quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eddie H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Friendcation!

Love the location!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

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

10/10 Excellent

Rodney P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location is about perfect, close to town to be out of town, but able to walk to everything including tubing (sorry that kind of doesn’t make sense and wordy, but that’s the best way I can describe it). Right on the river. Very nice and peaceful on the back deck. Overall, the place is very nice. Was very well stocked. We didn’t really need as everything. Was there to cook with.Beds were comfy. Really can’t say anything bad about the place. I would definitely stay here again.I watched kids fishing out back and believe it or not they were catching fish look like some brown trout. Can ease right into the river here too. No steep Banks. I had no issues checking in or while we were staying here. All restaurants are within walking distance as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wes W.

Great place

We always enjoy staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2016

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

William C.

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

Nice place loved pur stay

We had a great time at this location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

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

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

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

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

Nicholas P.

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

Nice Place to Stay, Great Location

We had a really good time. The condo has a perfect location and parking was great. Parking was under the condo. We rode motorcycles and it was easy in and out.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

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

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

4/10 Poor

Dena S.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
The place is in an amazing location. Unfortunately, the host was not responsive and the place was not clean at all. No bedding for two of our guests, hair all in the showers, molded coffee in the coffee pot, ants all over, gnats all over the ceiling, dirty socks under couches, cheese stuck to the table. It was gross! The host finally replied the evening after we arrived on Thursday after several calls and messages and she sent housekeeping to the condo (Saturday), two days after arrival. We weren’t there so I told her we weren’t there. We don’t want anyone in there until we returned. So housekeeping went in and left brand new sheets that had not been washed. So I guess we have to do their linens too? I asked for compensation and was told they tried to make it right so nothing could be offered. You can’t wait until the day before check out to come clean a condo. We won’t return that’s for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

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

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

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

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

William N.

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

Getaway

Met family and friends for a short getaway. Property is in a good location and within walking distance to the downtown. We really like staying here. Location is nice right on the river. Property manager is very responsive to any issues. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

thaddeus m.

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

Fun experience

Everyone loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher S.

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

Great location A+++

My family met up in Helen for early Thanksgiving family get together and we had the best time. The location is in walking distance to all the attractions and restaurants and the condo has lots of room and the kids loved being off the Chattahoochie river. The manager/ owner is very sweet and accommodating. I highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Melissa S.

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

Great Location!

The location to everything was amazing. The bunkbeds however are very small for adult females and the sleeper couches bed did not seem to have been cleaned in a while. All the other bedrooms were clean, comfortable, and very spacious. The bathrooms also had plenty of towels which was great. Overall the condo was perfect for what we needed for the bachelorette party.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

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!

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