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Hippopatumus Haven

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor dining
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Hippopatumus Haven

This cabin was built with luxury, entertainment, and romance in mind, but since it's right on the best stretch of river in Fannin County, the Hippopotamuses have taken over. Still, you can cozy up with someone special in front of the hand-cut stone fireplace in our spacious great room. Enjoy a king-size master bedroom suite with a quaint personal balcony overlooking the Toccoa River.

Entertaining is easy in our fully equipped kitchen, including a gas range, microwave, coffee grinder, custom countertops, walk-in pantry, separate wet bar and bar-fridge, and complete sets of cookware and cutlery. Gather around the Kitchen Island while preparing dinner, or around the tv and fireplace in the connected great room, or around the full-size shuffleboard in the loft. Dine inside or out using either of our 8-person dinner tables.

The large private hot tub is perched on the hillside, overlooking the river. The kids will enjoy counting the hippopotami hiding throughout the cabin, or perhaps the shuffleboard and dartboard. Overstuffed chairs throughout the cabin allow for relaxation and reading.

Cook s’mores in our large dug-out fire pit steps away from the Toccoa River, or ribs on our charcoal grill. Enjoy great fishing and the best stretch of inner tubing around ends at our private sandy beach. (The hippos keep all the crocodiles away!)

On top of all that, we have wireless Internet and all the other amenities from home: satellite television, fresh linens, gas-assisted wood fireplace, washer and dryer, shag carpet on the bottom level, etc.

If you need more room, ask me about my Father’s cabin next door!


Keywords: Custom, hippopotamuses, Luxurious, Retreat, Resort, Dwelling, Aska, Aska Adventure Area

Property manager

Karen Pizel

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 fire extinguisher 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Unmatched Luxury Right Toccoa River Cabin Blue Ridge
Unmatched Luxury Right Toccoa River Cabin
Unmatched Luxury Right Toccoa River Blue Ridge
Unmatched Luxury Right Toccoa River
Unmatched Right Toccoa River
Unmatched Luxury Right on the Toccoa River Cabin
Unmatched Luxury Right on the Toccoa River Blue Ridge
Unmatched Luxury Right on the Toccoa River Cabin Blue Ridge

About the neighborhood

Map
Blue Ridge, GA

What's nearby

  • The Lilly Pad Village - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Blue Ridge Lake - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 12 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Blue Ridge Lake Marina - 13 min drive - 12.8 km
  • Cherry Log Creek - 18 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Mama's Coffee Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Southern Charm - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chester Brunnenmeyer's Bar and Grill - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hippopatumus Haven pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hippopatumus Haven?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hippopatumus Haven?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hippopatumus Haven located?

This family-friendly Blue Ridge cabin is located on the waterfront, just steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and Ocoee River. The Lilly Pad Village and Blue Ridge Lake are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Hippopatumus Haven Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 127 out of 157 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 157 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 157 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 157 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 157 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun with the Hippos
great place would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great place and very relaxing stay. We all enjoyed it tremendously. Awesome hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Recovery Trip
We always visit Blue Ridge after Christmas as a time to rest, recover and reconnect. Your cabin provided us the space to do just that.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Get Away
Nice, quiet location on the river
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
The view every morning to the river was awesome and you could hear it if you open the windows it was so close. Just a short walk down to the river for some s’mores and good times! The rooms were spacious and it is about a 15 minute drive to downtown!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful water view location
Beautiful setting. Great location to just get away and relax.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adventure in Hippopotamus Haven
The property was absolutely beautiful with a gorgeous view of the Taccoa River. The bathrooms were spacious and the beds were comfortable. The stone fireplace made everything cozy! There were quite a bit of steps to climb which was worth the work out! Our van didn’t quite make it up the driveway due to how steep it was but there was parking available at the bottom on the side which worked out fine. We were only about 5-10 minutes to Walmart and grocery stores. The cabin was beautiful and our family and pup loved it! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in even more beautiful setting!
Absolutely beautiful home in an even more beautiful setting! You will not be disappointed! If you are on the fence about it, do not be!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Justin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun mountain getaway
Location right next to the river is great. Just walk down and you can swim or fish! Great for the family. Excellent communication with the owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Week!
Enjoyed every minute of our stay! The home is easily accessible to town center but located on a small quiet cutoff road in the mountain side. Beautiful scenery and lots to do inside on the rainy days. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring break getaway
This cabin did not disappoint. Very large with plenty of space for the whole family. The river is right in front of you and the large windows and balconies provide an excellcent view. I would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WE WILL DEFINITELY BE BACK!
I can not say enough how beautiful this home and location was. It was so much more beautiful than the pictures. The home had everything you need for a long stay from the kitchen to towels and more. My kids had a blast fishing, playing the many board games by the fire place, s’mores and scary stories by the fire pit. We were all so sad to leave. Only thing to be aware of is the very steep driveway but that seems to be the norm in that area.. mountains and all lol we can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!!
Such an awesome house! Exactly as shown in pictures and right next to the river. We enjoyed being close to town, yet in a quiet, relaxing area next to some great hiking and outdoor activities. The hot tub and shuffleboard were fun! Super easy check in/out process and very easy communication with owners. We would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
A great time was had by all. The property is located overlooking the beautiful Toccoa River. The cabin was clean and basic supplies were provided. The kitchen had everything you need to cook. Loved the beautiful decor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean property with great access to river
We found the property to be very clean and pest free. The deck overlooking the river was wonderful, cooking dinner on the grill and enjoying the river sounds. The access to the river is great, even getting in and out of the water was a breeze. Location was great, area was quiet. We will definitely visit this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing view!!!
This was an amazing place to stay with an amazing view of the river. The kids loved the sandy area on the river. Would definitely recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Visit and Home
We had an amazing visit at the Hippopotamus Haven! The hosts were lovely and prompt to answer all of our questions, making us feel very comfortable from the start. The cabin is absolutely perfect! It is located just off the beaten path with complete privacy. It has all of the amenities necessary for a week with the family. Access to the Toccoa River was perfect. We enjoyed quick trips into town for supplies and to enjoy the local shops, restaurants and the local brewery. It was an enjoyable visit and we will definitely return to this hidden gem! Thank you for having us!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay
Our kids (12 and 16) had so much fun playing in the river and on the private beach. The hot tub was wonderful, as was the dart board and shuffleboard table. It was a relaxing, laid back vacation with good communication from the hosts!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Located right on the side of a mountain
Beautiful cabin and the owner allowed us to bring our pets. You could open the doors and hear the river flowing.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house on the river
We really enjoyed our stay here. The house was right on the upper Toccoa river in a nice, quiet spot. The house was clean and smelled nice. It was a great size for a couple and their children. We plan to return again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation Overload
Wonderful property! Beautiful scenery. Huge windows looking out at the river. It’s quiet and peaceful. If you bring your pet(s), just be mindful that ticks are very prominent in the area. No issues inside the house, just when walking in the high grass or against bushes. I would definitely stay again if I am vacationing in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Place Inside and Out
Right on the river. Great view. Comfortable for the family to spread out. Shuffleboard game was a HIT. We had a great time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for some peace and quiet
Very serene setting. Well equipped. Comfortable. Only tip I would give is to bring a Roku or similar if you want to do any streaming on Netflix or Amazon etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Shawn L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Dirty and smelly
Pros: The cabin is cute and cozy with a beautiful scenic river view and accessibility. It has plenty of space for a small family, and finding somewhere that takes dogs is helpful when traveling with your pets. It is located on a quiet street and conveniently located to everything. Cons: It is dirty, inside and out. The carpets and bedding were stained and smelly. There were dead bugs, lady bugs and flies through the whole house, the vents have about 2” of dust on them along with everything else, the windows were stained and the furniture had dog hair on it when we got there . There were large nest of something on the vents on the outside patios and it just felt unsanitary. Also, there were no brooms, mops or cleaning supplies to cleanup with. If I were the owner I would deep clean the property, remove the carpets (especially when hosting pets) and get a NEW cleaning company.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Irina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful place
The cabin is very clean, well maintained and beautifully decorated. The owner is a very responsive and kind person. Our kids found it fun to find and count all the hippos in the house. We enjoyed our time together in this cozy house. The view of the river and the star-studded sky gave all of us much needed relaxation and mental rejuvenation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022