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Riverfront - Hot Tub - Game Room - Sleeps 10 - Gated - Paved Roads

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Miscellaneous
Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Outdoor spa tub
Aerial view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Place, Cartecay River
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Lake
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bottom floor bedroom

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Middle Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Middle Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bottom floor bathroom

Shower only

Master Bathroom

Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Middle floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Riverfront - Hot Tub - Game Room - Sleeps 10 - Gated - Paved Roads

Wake up to the sound of the Cartecay River flowing just steps from your door. Branches on the Cartecay is a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom riverfront cabin sleeping up to 10 guests — just 10 minutes from downtown Ellijay and 19 miles from Blue Ridge, entirely on paved roads.

The Outdoors
Step outside to your private riverfront with direct fishing access to one of Georgia's best mountain rivers. The Cartecay is home to Rainbow Trout, Redeye Bass, Spotted Bass, Bluegill, and more — your fishing hole is literally your backyard. Soak in the private hot tub with sweeping treetop and mountain views, gather around the outdoor fire pit for s'mores under the stars, or relax under the covered outdoor pavilion while watching wildlife along the riverbank. Walk out the neighborhood gate to the adjacent 2,100-acre Rich Mountain Wildlife Management Area — one of North Georgia's premier destinations for hiking and mountain biking.

The Game Room
Challenge your crew to pool, ping pong, or just kick back with the built-in entertainment setup. The game room also features a queen pull-out sofa bed, extending sleeping capacity to 10 guests total.
The Bedrooms
Four private bedrooms configured for comfort — 3 kings and 1 queen — with 3 full bathrooms serving the entire cabin. Plenty of space for families, friend groups, or a multi-family getaway.

The Location
Branches sits in a secure gated community just 10 minutes from downtown Ellijay on all paved roads — no dirt roads, no navigation stress, no clearance issues. From here you're perfectly positioned for everything North Georgia has to offer:

Ellijay's apple orchards, vineyards, and farm-to-table restaurants
Blue Ridge and the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway (19 miles)
Tubing and rafting on the Cartecay and Ellijay Rivers
Mountain biking trails at Fort Mountain State Park
Georgia Apple Blossom Festival (May)
Dancing Goats FolkFest (September)
Georgia Apple Festival (October)

Guest Access
The entire cabin is yours — fully private with exclusive riverfront access and the added security of a gated community.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 2752962vb
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Tabor House & Civil War Museum and Tater Patch Community Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ellijay Marketplace and Gilmer County Fairgrounds. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Cartecay River - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 10 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Amicalola Falls State Park - 24 min drive - 35.0 km
  • Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 29 min drive - 41.2 km
  • Blue Ridge Lake - 36 min drive - 48.9 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Luke’s - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront - Hot Tub - Game Room - Sleeps 10 - Gated - Paved Roads pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront - Hot Tub - Game Room - Sleeps 10 - Gated - Paved Roads?

As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront - Hot Tub - Game Room - Sleeps 10 - Gated - Paved Roads on 15 May 2026 start from AU$569, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Riverfront - Hot Tub - Game Room - Sleeps 10 - Gated - Paved Roads?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront - Hot Tub - Game Room - Sleeps 10 - Gated - Paved Roads?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront - Hot Tub - Game Room - Sleeps 10 - Gated - Paved Roads?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront - Hot Tub - Game Room - Sleeps 10 - Gated - Paved Roads located?

This family-friendly Ellijay cabin is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and Cartecay River. Ellijay Marketplace and Rich Mountain Wilderness are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olympia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay very much. The outdoor surroundings were so peaceful, tranquil & relaxing. The cabin was clean & spacious as well as conveniently located to everything. We enjoyed chilling in the hot tub, playing Pool /Ping-Pong, sitting by the river & watching the deer graze. Plus, the host was great to communicate with me whenever I had questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2026
Thank you so much! We enjoyed hosting your family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathy y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall this cabin was awesome! Everything we needed and more. The space was great for our large group. The host was very quick to respond to booking! Will definitely book here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us and the kind words! I hope we have the opportunity to have you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. The house was very accommodating and had all the amenities we needed. The host was very friendly and accommodating as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Dec 2025
Thanks for choosing to stay with us! I hope we can host you again soon!
Verified

6/10 Okay

Charlene N.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
The property is in a good location close to Ellijay. It was nice that each level had its own thermostat and bathroom. The kitchen had everything that you would need. Wonderful view of the river. The home does need a good deep cleaning. There was dust piled up on the basement steps in the corners that had been there for a while, spiders in the basement bathroom along with dead bugs. The outside deck needs to be pressure washed and the chains/railing down the steps to the river need to be tightened for safety. The area close to the river around the firepit needs to be kept up better/mowed/weed eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2026
Thank you for the kind words about the location, river view, and layout, we're glad those stood out. I apologize for the cleanliness issue in the basement. I've addressed this directly with our cleaning team. Regarding the deck, our riverfront location means heavy pollen accumulation is a fact of life in the warmer months, something we do our best to stay on top of between stays. We always encourage guests to reach out to us during their stay if anything isn't right, we're very responsive and would have had someone out the same day. It's always easier for us to make things right in the moment than to hear about them after checkout. We hope you had a good vacation in Ellijay and consider coming back.
Verified

8/10 Good

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was so beautiful! From the time we arrived until the time we left there were deer walking through the property it was so neat to just sit back on the porch and watch. The location was perfect and easy to get to and from everything. Definitely recommend Dahlonega Downtown, Elijah Downtown, Amicola Falls, Cohutta Overlook and Reece’s cider to name a few. We will definitely be back! The McRorie’s
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2026
Thank you Amanda, we’d love to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

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

Great Stay! Peaceful setting

We loved staying here. The outdoor porch and fireplace were wonderful! We also spent some time down near the water fishing and around the fire pit. Great place to gather as a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2022
Thank you some much Ashley! We'd love to have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

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

Family fun

Cabin was great. Owner was very responsive and helpful. The river by the cabin was a little murky for my taste but the owner gave me some tips of other areas to go in and was spot on! had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

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

holiday stay

Wonderful few days away. The rental was amazing and provided all the amenities we needed. We enjoyed the hot tub daily and loved the fire pit by the river.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2022
Thank you for staying with us, we're really glad you had a good time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

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

Family vacation

We had a truly wonderful few days and Jonathan, our host, couldn’t have been nicer. Promptly responded to any questions we had. The kids were so happy to see all the deer - and we saw many! Property centrally located.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 July 2025
Thank you for leaving a review! I'm glad that you all had a great time at the cabin; come back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serhii H.

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

Great family time at a beautiful riverfront cabin

We had a great time, from the games inside to the fire pit and river outside. Host made things seamless as well. We will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2024
Thank you Serhii! We look forward to hosting you and your family again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Lacey M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Cabin was cozy , beautifully surrounded and perfect for our large family. Well stocked with everything you need. The location and views were amazing we would definitely return!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Dec 2022
Thank you so much, come back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe L.

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

Incredible! Highly recommend!

I can’t say enough good things about our stay. The cabin was clean, spacious, and perfect for our group of 7 (with room for more if needed!) check in was seamless, the property was beautiful. Being secluded with river access but only 10 minutes away from downtown Ellijay, the location was incredible. Would definitely stay here again, what a perfect place for our long weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Mar 2024
Joe - thank you so much for your kind words. I hope we have the opportunity to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

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

Family Gathering - Five Stars.

We had a wonderful stay. Everything was as pictured and expected Jon was very quick to respond to text when we had questions. Kitchen was well stocked and we enjoyed the waffle maker! Personally I prefer t mattress but other than that I have nothing but positive feedback.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2024
Thank you for the review Amy, I hope we can host you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shayne J.

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

Great space for group getaway

The house and view are STUNNING. We had a small team/work retreat and the space was perfect- room for folks to spread out or come together. We’ve already recommended it to several other friends and colleagues.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2022
Thank you so much for your kind words! We'd love to have you back or host your friends anytime!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ladd F.

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

Nice for a quick getaway

We enjoyed the hot tub, games in the game room, and access to the river(even though it was not the right season). This would be an amazing spot to kayak or float down to and take out since it is located just below Blackberry Falls.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

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

Lovely home near Ellijay

We attended a wedding in Ellijay and this home was perfect for our family. The home had 4 bedrooms and a sleeper sofa. The bedroom on the bottom floor was perfect for my son and daughter-in-law because they have an infant. They were able to put him down for naps there away from all of the distractions. The river was lovely and there are lots of deer and other wildlife. We also enjoyed the hot tub and outdoor fireplace. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 June 2025
Thank you for the review! I'm glad to hear that you had a great time at the house and in Ellijay. We'd love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Georgia O.

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

Fabulous property

The property is beautiful and has so many amenities! We came up for a long weekend for my husband’s birthday with both of our grown kids, their spouses and our 2 month old grandson. I was so excited to find a cabin with 3 king size beds, one for each couple! We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2024
Thank you so much for the review and staying with us! I hope we'll get to host you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

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

Beautiful cabin

We loved our stay! Beautiful cabin!Everyone enjoyed the game room.. steps leading from cabin to water were somewhat steep, we all managed fine, but would be difficult for elderly. Also, we would have enjoyed getting in the water, but too much of an embankment. Loved seeing all the deer & their fawns!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

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

Family Thanksgiving Getaway!!

Our family went and each of us had our own privacy if needed. The grand children had so much fun in the hot tub while we sat by the fireplace close by. I would highly recommend this place. Matter of fact, that is what my family said too. We saw deer every morning and late afternoon and hearing the water flow from the stream was relaxing. Super nice Thanksgiving time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad C.

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

Wonderful Weekend!!

Stayed at this incredible cabin for a long weekend - there were 8 of us (our adult children with spouses) - just can't say enough about this cabin and the time we had. Everything from the initial communication with Jonathan through leaving the cabin at the end of our stay was extremely easy. Highlights - the firepit next to the river, the hot tub, the outside fireplace, kitchen (+ outside grill), the expanse of the cabin, bedrooms and bathrooms - all were fabulous and made our time together very special and memorable. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Dec 2022
Thank you so much! We’d love to have you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marcia T.

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

A long weekend get away

We stayed at this property Thursday through Sunday. The cabin is beautiful. The beds were surprisingly comfuly. Kitchen was stocked well! Had fun with the pool table and ping pong too! Beautiful property right on the river. Even has tubes for tubing . Relaxed in the hot tub in the evening. Close to town. Saw deer playing in the yard. Was everything we hoped for and more! Will definitely be back for fishing when it's colder.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2022
Thank you Marcia!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bart B.

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

Great, quant spot!

This cabin is a great stay. The neighborhood is nice, quiet, and easy to get to. The cabin handled 4 couples with ease and comfort. Plenty of supplies and room for all. The entertainment downstairs was exceptional and fun. The hottub was clean, warm and enjoyable. We truly enjoyed every aspect of this place, for a great price.Our only minor negatives would be: 1) The fire pit area is not for the faint of heart.. emphasis on faint! It’s quite the walk down there albeit the really only viable spot on the property and we still enjoyed it. 2) The front door has a security camera that faces the hot tub area. It would be preferred to not have the discomfort of such camera while in bathing attire.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Harry F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Mixed Emotions

Very nice home and location. Property needed mowing, bed linens were very dirty and needed washing. Fire pit not cleaned out. No safe access to river. Feel if there's a cleaning crew, they aren't doing the job, nor communicating with owner. Owner needs more "hands-on" with property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 July 2023
Hi Harry, Thank you for complimenting the home and location. We work hard to keep the house nice and enjoy hosting on Vrbo. After several communications during your stay, I was surprised to see the negative review. I will address each of your comments for prospective guests. - Other guests have have given us high marks on cleanliness, which we take very seriously. Our sheets and towels are cleaned offsite and brought in fresh for each stay. If we had known that you were not happy with the linens we could have had new ones delivered. - The fire pit is outdoors by the river. Given that it is an outdoor fire pit built in the ground, there isn't really a cleaning process for that. We do empty the ash when it becomes full. - There is a hill and stairs to walk down to the river as pictured in our listing. Unfortunately, it can be difficult for elderly or disabled persons to access that area. However, the elevation change does give the house both a view and river access, which is rare. - As far as being hands-on, we actively the property. I know you did have some trouble with the front door lock and I apologize for that. We did respond as soon as you reached out and provided access to backup keys so you never lost access to the house. We also did have a handman at the house same day with new hardware installed within 24 hours during your visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah J.

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

Amazing weekend trip!

We had a great time staying here, although the night before we headed up to Ellijay there was a storm that came through and nocked out all the power, the host Johnathan kept us updated on everything and made sure we were all set for our stay. There were definitely some upgrades around the house we would recommend like the main floor bathroom toilet seat was broken and the house had some cobwebs like no one had been through in a bit. The back yard on the way down to the river was VERY steep, my mother with feet problems was only able to stay on the stairs and couldn't go further due to how steep and rocky the trail down the fire pit was. You also couldn't get into the water very easily, we didn't get in because we knew we couldn't have gotten back up. Overall the stay was amazing, we loved playing pool and ping pong downstairs and relaxing in the hot tub!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Nice blend of relaxation and adventure

Our family had a very relaxing stay at Branches by the Cartecay. We were needing a break from a busy life at home and this cabin was just the ticket. We love the outdoors so the wooded private lot was just what we were looking for. We enjoyed waking up late and sitting in the front room drinking coffee and planning our days. The Keurig is a nice touch. Part of our relaxation was the river. We love adventure and so after a day of research and studying maps we determined that we could put our inflatable kayak and tubes in up river at the intersection of Lower Cartecay Road and the river itself. This would allow us to spend about 3 hours floating back to the cabin . There are many excellent rapids and the water is beautiful. It made for a great float trip. We did it 3 of our 7 days at the cabin. The close proximity to Ellijay’s many orchards and nice downtown made the location even more appealing to us. Our family gives the cabin a resounding thumbs up!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

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