Entire cabin

Down By The River - Remote Riverfront Cabin with Easy River access near Helen

Unwind with family around a roaring fire and enjoy games together under vaulted ceilings. Steps from fishing and canoeing on Chattahoochee’s tranquil waters.

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, foosball

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10215 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Down By The River - Remote Riverfront Cabin with Easy River access near Helen

Down by the River is your ideal family vacation spot, situated a few miles south of Alpine Helen, GA. This beautiful home is on the Chattahoochee River and has steps leading all the way down to the river, making it ideal for fishing, swimming, or canoeing!

This beautiful rustic cabin has vaulted ceilings and during cool fall & winter evenings, guests can gather around the gas-burning log fireplace. Gather with the family, pop some popcorn, and play board games, or enjoy sipping on a bottle of wine from local area wineries as you snuggle by the fire.

Down by the River has so many wonderful features! Guests can relax in the outdoor hot tub overlooking the river, or enjoy cooking out on the propane grill provided. Not guaranteed but you may be grilling some fresh-caught fish! What about all of the most popular games at your disposal? A game of billiard, air hockey, or ping pong for your enjoyment. Don't forget to bring the marshmallows and enjoy sitting around the outdoor fire pit.

Down by the River cabin is sure to be a family vacation to remember, so don't forget to take some pictures while you vacation with us at this cabin on the Chattahoochee!

Property manager

Cabin Rentals of Helen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing on site

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2315 sq ft (215 sq m)

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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 not allowed
Note from host: No Pets Allowed at this Property

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
Note from host: No events, parties, or wedding receptions.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

89149

About the neighborhood

Map
Sautee Nacoochee, GA

What's nearby

  • Dukes Creek Gold & Ruby Mines - 14 min drive
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 17 min drive
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 17 min drive
  • Helen Festhalle - 19 min drive
  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bigg Daddy S Restauran - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Troll Tavern - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Spice 55 - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Down By The River - Remote Riverfront Cabin with Easy River access near Helen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Down By The River - Remote Riverfront Cabin with Easy River access near Helen?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Down By The River - Remote Riverfront Cabin with Easy River access near Helen?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Down By The River - Remote Riverfront Cabin with Easy River access near Helen located?

This family-friendly Sautee Nacoochee cabin is located on the waterfront, steps from Chattahoochee River, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Smithgall Woods State Park and Black Bear Dinner Theatre. Dukes Creek Gold & Ruby Mines and Serenity Cellars are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Down By The River - Remote Riverfront Cabin with Easy River access near Helen Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home
We had a wide range of ages and everyone found this property enjoyable. The listing does need a little updating but is a great spot!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Very clean, great location on the river, we’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mony A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and enjoyable
I love the tranquility of the place the river is beautiful I enjoyed the jacuzzi and all the amenities I'll love to stay at the property again thanks
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Secluded and Peaceful
We only stayed the weekend but would definitely stay here again. We didn’t even realize we had neighbors until the next day and still never seen or heard anyone. The house was nice and clean, check in was a breeze, and, well, just the peace and quiet we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty
Plenty of room and amenities for a fun family getaway indoors and out, plus other local attractions nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Down by the river
Overall great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin
Liked that there was plenty of space for everyone and the game room downstairs was great for the kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend
Clean, easy check in and out, great wi-fi, well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Jolee P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Treacherous Driveway
Treacherous Driveway be ware
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place!
Beautiful cabin and highly recommend for anyone wanting a getaway. Everything was as described and on point! Will definitely come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Blakeley F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to relax!
We had a great time on our one year anniversary! Got to relax and caught a few trout!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Padgette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Framily trip
It was a very peaceful and relaxing place to stay. It was awesome and the layout was prefect for us. We each had a bedroom on a different level.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
I'm at stay at home mom so it was much needed and so relaxing. Wonderful place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M., Crescent City

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion from 4 states
Beautiful site on water,steps were made for younger adults but we handled.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Torrey B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Cabin!
This was our second year to stay here. Cabin is perfect and right on the river. Can’t beat it. We will continue to stay here as long as it is available.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful peaceful mountain setting!
We enjoyed every minute we spent! The property is gorgeous and the daily deer sightings on the property and in the neighborhood were just a bonus. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and Relaxing
The property was exactly as it was listed. Quiet neighborhood and some much needed R&R was had by all.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faran D., Bell Buckle, TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Cabin had everything we needed and was clean. Great location. Driveway is steep, put in 4x4 or lower your gears. Great fishing, fun panning for gold, lots of fun for the kids! Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful down by the river
If you are looking for a beautiful stream in the backyard of your property, a lot of amenities inside the house and outside. This is a wonderful place for you. I would caution that the driveway coming in is rather steep, but doable.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Joel w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to do
Process was very easy. Checkin/out was easy. Had all the things for the cabin for a good stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
The description was accurate. The property is nice. We were a party of 6 adults and everyone slept comfortably. There are three bedrooms, one with a queen bed and two with king beds. There is also a full bed and a day bed in the loft on the third floor. The river was a little too swift and we didn't catch any fish but it was quiet and relaxing and we saw lots of wildlife in the neighborhood and on the property. We did cook on site and nearly everything we needed to cook with was on site. We used the hot tub, played pool and other games on the first floor. The board games in the ottoman on the second floor are a mess, I wouldn't bother trying to sort through to find all of the pieces. The driveway is steep but we made it! Overall it we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin H., USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin
Absolutely beautiful fall views but location would make a lovely summer location as well give. The river running behind the cabin. Well appointed and comfortable for all. We really enjoyed the game room for rainy days that kept us more indoors. Would love to return some time!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent, Private and Room for the whole family!!
We had an awesome time at Down by the River! The property was clean and with plenty of room for my family of 7 to stretch out. We have 5 kids- 3 girls and 2 boys- the boys stayed in the game room the whole time, the girls in the upstairs loft and my husband and I in the main level master. We all had our own floor, it was perfect, private and so much fun! We plan to come back in the summer again so we can use the tubes to float down the river! We got to do s’mores over the fire pit at night and my husband enjoyed the hot tub!! Can’t wait to come back again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
You definitely need a 4w drive to get down and up the driveway.
Everything was great! Driveway is little steep.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dilani W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lots to do!
Lots to do at the house! Only downside is that it's about a 18 minute drive to downtown Helen. The owners are very responsive. The pans need to be replaced, so just be aware if you plan on cooking while there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022