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Dates

December 2024

January 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8195 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Hot tub

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Ellijay, GA

Tabor House & Civil War Museum
3 min drive
Ellijay Marketplace
4 min drive
Mr P's Take Out Food
18 min walk
Dalton, GA (DNN-Dalton Municipal)
59 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

NEW LISTING!
Come make everlasting memories at this beautiful home that sits on the Ellijay river! It features a huge wrap around, screened in porch, with a hot tub, Weber grill, 2 rocking chairs, and dining seating for 6. It’s perfect for enjoying your coffee in the morning or your wine in the evenings. There’s also a paved fire pit for you to enjoy at night.

This home is less than 5 mins to downtown Ellijay and sleeps 8 comfortably. It has a huge first floor master with a King bed and a large Roku TV. The master bathroom, walk in shower, and walk in closet are also just as large, and is separate from the other bedrooms. The other 2 bedrooms are located upstairs and share a double sink “Jack n Jill” bathroom with a tub. Both bedrooms are comparable in size, have Queen beds, large closets, and Roku TVs in each. Outside of these bedrooms, there is a small loft with a twin memory foam pullout couch. The second twin pullout couch is in the game/tv room that is located in the sunroom near the master.

The game room has a Roku tv, comfortable seating, a ping pong table, and foosball table. It is off the master and wrap around porch. The house has gorgeous high ceilings that make it feel open and airy. The living room will be the place to gather with your loved ones as it has ample seating for everyone. The kitchen is equipped with everything you would need to cook a meal for a large group. It is beautifully updated with dining for 8 and barstools for 4. There is also a half bath off the living room for convenience. The large laundry room is behind the kitchen and off the garage entrance.

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ !
This home is what we call “the main house” on this property. “The river front cottage” - please see listing link below - is located a few hundred feet away from the house. This is a rental as well, so understand you may have guests there, so if you want to be secluded, this is not the property for you. We planted fern trees to separate the yards, but until they grow larger, there will not be complete privacy. They have their own yard/hot tub/and firepit, so those will not be shared.

THIS PROPERTY IS PERFECT FOR HOSTING LARGE GROUPS like retreats and family reunions - it has 3 homes total on 6 acres of land. The 3rd property is linked below and is called “the treehouse”. The treehouse does not have any privacy issues since it is literally up in the trees away from both “the main house” and “the cottage”. All 3 homes can accommodate up to 18, while still having your own space.

Other things to note:
LATE CHECK-OUTS & EARLY CHECK-INS: Check-in time is 4PM and checkout time is 11AM. Door codes do not activate until set check-in time. Early access will not be provided without prior approval. Guests who check-in early or checkout past checkout time will charged the additional fee of $50/hr.
There is a security camera facing the driveway that will be on during your stay. Any pets or extra guests seen on property is subject to a charge.

Call us with any questions 727.209.7790

During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Chattahoochee National Forest. A spa tub and an arcade/game room are available. The vacation home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.

Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 2.5 bathrooms
Free WiFi
Steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and a 3-minute drive from Tabor House & Civil War Museum

As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find a spa tub, barbecue grills, and an arcade/game room. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Star 5 Vacations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

A hot tub

Internet

Free WiFi

Parking and transport

On-site parking options include a garage
On-site parking

Kitchen

Fridge
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Toaster
Paper towels
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Kitchen island

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

3 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathrooms

2.5 bathrooms
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Shampoo
Hairdryer

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room
Dining room

Entertainment

Smart TV
Ping pong table
Games room
Games

Outdoor areas

Balcony
Garden
Barbecue
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Firepit

Laundry

Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

Office
Desk

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Limited housekeeping
Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

On the river
On the waterfront
In the city centre
In the mountains
Near a health or beauty spa
Near a hospital

Things to do

Winery tours nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Water tubing nearby
Hiking nearby
Swimming nearby
Power boating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Fishing nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
Security system
Deadbolt lock

General

Unit size: 2099 sq ft (195 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.

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

This property accepts cash

Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a security system and a deadbolt lock

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Mountain River Retreat Star5Vacations Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Ray W.

24 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

We Love this place, we will be back !!!!

Let me say this place is the best place we have stayed at in Ellijay. Very clean, easy to access the property & local towns.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina C.

12 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A breath of fresh air with beautiful surroundings!

The home and property are beautiful and very spacious. Comes with everything you would need to entertain family and friends. Sitting on the screened in porch in the morning, drinking coffee while listening to the river run over the rocks was just about as peaceful as you can get. We fished the river for a few hours on a couple occasions and had a few hits but didn't land anything. Located in the middle of everything. We drove to Atlanta for a day and then up to Smokey Mountain National Park for a day. We absolutely are going to look into staying again and bringing family along next time. Thank you for sharing this lovely home with us. The Clarks

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Julia J.

2 Nov 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall Family Vacation

The house is beautiful, comfortable, and clean. Very nice secluded property on the river. Ellijay, GA is minutes away with lovely small town country charm. The host was very responsive to any questions that we had. Wonderful vacation with family.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

13 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

The house was as pretty as advertised. The back porch was wonderful. The fire pit area was also fantastic! But the highlight is the stream that runs in the backyard, the calming rippling water was very soothing. Great place!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sergey R.

28 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and nice

Very clean, nice place

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

2 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Very relaxing

Had a great time in Ellijay and the cabin. Hanging out at the fire pit made my trip. With the weather being comfortable and the water was very relaxing. Tried my luck with fishing, glad there were restaurants in town serving fish. Overall had very good time looking to do it again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

25 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing-fun

The house was very beautiful and well stocked. They even had tubes for the kids to enjoy the river. We spent most of our time around the fire pit watching them play in the water. It is very convenient to restaurants and the Orchards of Ellijay were fun as well. We will definitely be back to this property.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

josh r.

21 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend get away

Last minute weekend get a way! The property was perfect as we felt we were i. The middle of no where but everything you could ask for was within 15 minutes! Awesome place on the river

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beau G.

10 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely wonderful home and beautiful location.

Would recommend anyone to stay here. The location on the Ellijay River is perfect and the secluded location is prime for relaxation. The owners are obviously aware of what it takes for a family to enjoy themselves from the cleanliness of the home to the beautiful property. Would stay here again for sure.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judy G.

8 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Can you say ‘Awwwwesome’?

From the moment we drove up and walked in.. we were surrounded by comfort, cleanliness and relaxation. The home has everything you need to sit back and relax! Loved it and will be brining our family back with us in the future

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Braden C.

8 Jul 2024

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointing Experience - Numerous Issues

As soon as you walk in, there is a musty/moldy odor in the home. The house smells and feels very damp. We've stayed at other cabins on creeks or lakes and never encountered this issue. After a long day of travel, we wanted to freshen up, but the hot water heater wasn't functioning properly. Although the hosts were quick to address the issue other guests have reported similar problems. In terms of cleanliness, the house is lacking. There are cobwebs throughout, the grill is filthy, the firepit was full of cigarette butts, and the primary shower has mildew and mold. There was no toilet paper in the primary bathroom and no extra rolls anywhere. Additionally, the outside trash bin was already 3/4 full when we arrived, making it difficult to dispose of our trash. The foosball table, which was advertised, was missing. While this wasn't a major issue, it was disappointing for our young children who were excited about it based on the pictures. All of these issues might have been more manageable if not for the unbearable smell coming from the chicken farm DIRECTLY BEHIND the house. When the wind blows towards the house, which is often, the smell is overwhelming, making it impossible to enjoy the porch or the creek. I would hope future guests consider finding alternative accommodations for their visit to Ellijay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Betsy W.

12 May 2024

Great Get Away

The house is beautiful and nicely furnished. The master bed was very comfortable. Great location on the Ellijay River. The hot tub worked well and was so relaxing. We enjoyed the patio and fire pit, but the Adirondack chairs need to be replaced because some are broken. For the price and extra cleaning fee, I was disappointed to see so many spider webs inside and outside that appeared to have been there for quite some time. It would have been nice to have a broom and some dish cloths/sponges. The property is beautiful, but needed mowing.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

8 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break getaway

The house was very nice and up to expectations. The location right on the river is just beautiful. My husband is handicapped but was able to get around the house and grounds just fine. The kitchen was very well stocked with all the essentials and there was plenty of storage throughout the house. We did have a little trouble getting the remotes sorted out and the ones that worked the fans did not always seem to function properly. Also, the master bedroom tended to be a bit chilly, but we did get that worked out. Overall, we enjoyed our visit and would certainly consider renting this property again

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dewey P.

26 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway weekend

Very relaxing with the creek right outside… easy to get to town if you need some items. Beautiful views…. large deck with a big table for eating or playing games…. Screened in porch. Made it nice to sit outside.. great fire pit just steps from the creek. … we will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eve R.

23 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual Sisters Retreat

My sisters and I are best friends. We go out of town annually to spend a relaxing fun time together. This property was comfortable and very welcoming. It suited the four of us perfectly. We enjoyed the hot tub and the fire pit. The Ellijay River babbled feet away from the property line. Ellijay has great character restaurants and shopping. Mercier Orchards wasn’t far away. If you want yo relax and leave the bustle for a bit — Mountain River Retreat is for you.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine D.

28 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house!!

The house was beautiful and well appoint had everything you needed. Will defiantly stay again!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill J.

16 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Great house, great location, right on creek. Wonderful place for family. Close to downtown restaurants and shopping. We will be back again soon!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa V.

5 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place to stay

This was a great house. It had everything we needed from hairdryers to crock pots. It has a beautiful view and you feel like you are away from everything while only being about 10 minutes to get to anything you need. We cannot wait to visit again.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Rebecca E.

17 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great home and property but needs maintenance!

Overall we had a great time. This home had more than enough home away from home items. We had to make the best of the weather and all tubing companies were closed due to the lower temps and off season. Our boys enjoyed the property inside and out. I would say the location was amazing to town and to a great family friendly park, Gilmer Recreation Park. The home was layed out well with great furnishings and the beds were comfortable and better than most. I would have to say the stale shut in smell was a big turn off. When we arrived my husband had to leave to go buy air freshener and air neutralizing sprays. Over the next few days the house began to smell better and better. If we had not bought the spray our trip wouldn't have been as pleasant. There is just a lot of dampness due to the humidity and being on the water. The freezer would not open to the fridge and the ice maker did not work.The kitchen appliances are very new and this was a surprise. The hot tub,fire pit, and river were a highlight! Although, the hot tub was a hit it needed chlorine. The master bedroom and bath were spacious. We found out quickly it takes time to allow the hot water to run before reaching warmth. We also discovered someone can not shower upstairs and down stairs at the same time, you will not have any hot water to share! The property offered so much room for running and playing. The playground was an added bonus.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracie M.

14 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a wonderful time!

The house is nice and in a good, quiet location. We had plenty of room for our family of 7. We enjoyed the river, hot tub, firepit, games, cooked on the grill, and the kids loved the zipline between the two houses. The only issue we had was the ac was not running correctly and the fridge did not make ice. It was not unbearable, but it was cooler outside most of our time there. It is very close to town and we had no issues finding. We really enjoyed our stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cristian M.

18 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic River House

We had a great experience with this property. We wanted to take a break from the city in the nature, next to a river, house with hot-tub and this house fulfilled our objectives. Is really close to town (5 min) with supermarkets, restaurants and stores. I tried to fish every day and only catch two trouts (I blame the fisherman). A really good surprise was the playground and swings for the kids at the back yard. Thanks for everything. See you soon!.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty M.

19 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Cabin was very clean and easy to find. Very cold when we got to the cabin, 64 inside. Had to call. Told us we could raise the temperature and the trick is to turn on the fireplace to warm up the place. After we did that we were fine. Beds were really nice and comfortable. Everything you need is in the kitchen. The ice maker was not working. Used the fire pit and it was great. Location was close to everything. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sean H.

18 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway!

What a great family getaway! The pictures don’t do this property justice. It is very spacious and everything was super clean. Kitchen was well stocked, I had everything I needed to prepare our Thanksgiving dinner for family. We enjoyed relaxing by the fire pit right next to the creek in the evenings. Quick drive to downtown Ellijay where there are plenty of restaurants and shops to enjoy.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carina B.

16 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

The house is larger and nicer than pictures portray. The view from the back patio is so relaxing. We were visited by deer daily. The house has everything you need. Thank you for the toiletries. Fooseball, games and ping pong add to the family enjoyment. The hot water is a bit erratic, so plan on taking showers at different times. Mary Jo was quick on answering questions. The beds were comfortable. Love TVs in every room and we'll stocked kitchen. Very enjoyable stay.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tammy A., Chipley

11 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

Had a wonderful time and loved the location of the home. The creek was so much fun to walk in and look for rocks! We saw crawdads fish even a deer drinking out of it! Just such a warm welcoming place to stay! Can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022