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Highlights
The great outdoors
Guests love the outdoor space here.
Private spa tub
A rare find - unwind in your own luxurious private space.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Swimming pool
Private spa pool
Onsite parking available
Dog-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Explore the area
Ellijay, GA
Riverside Park
Place, Riverside Park
19 min walk
Cartecay River
Place, Cartecay River
12 min drive
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
Place, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
36 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom #1
1 King Bed
Bedroom #2
1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed
Common Space
1 Single Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Fun Riverside Cabin: Indoor Games+Hot Tub+Firepit
Adventure Awaits! Escape the city for this 2-bed, 2-bath mountain getaway. With your own private river access, hot tub, firepit, and proximity to year-round activities and events, you will never tire of all this amazing property has to offer.
Enjoy the outdoor game deck or the secluded hot tub before heading to the river where you can paddle or tube all your worries away!
Enjoy the peace and quiet with modern amenities, including fast WiFi, Smart TVs, washer/dryer, and breathtaking views.
This comfy cabin is the perfect secluded getaway for your mountain river adventure. Guests have access to the entire cabin and it boasts stylish furniture and a fully stocked kitchen. Four adults max with two relaxing bedrooms options:
Bedroom 1 (mountain theme) - king bed master suite with private bathroom Bedroom 2 (water theme) - king bed master suite with private bathroom and rollaway bed
Full washer and dryer available in the cabin.
Guest's have access to the entire cabin and property with the exception of an unfinished basement.
FREE PARKING ON SITE: Our half-circle driveway and parking area (located in front at street level) can accommodate 2-3 cars. The community is secluded and requires gate access.
Enjoying Your Time In and Around the Cabin: 55" 4K Roku Smart TVs in each bedroom and the living room High speed Internet Board & card games Hot tub Game deck with cornhole, Jenga and Connect 4 (jumbo sizes!) Grill Firepit River deck Gas fireplace (HOA prohibits use from April 1-September 30) Direct/private access to the river!
We also have a resort amenities pass included with your stay. Resort ammenities offered:
Olympic-sized saltwater pool Heated kiddie pool Fitness room Game room with arcades, pool tables and air hockey Tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts; 18-hole mini golf (equipment is available to be checked out) ***Please Note that there is a $100 fee for each lost or stolen pass.
Keyless Entry: We'll provide you with an access key code the day before your arrival. This will allow you to check yourself into the property.
Check-In 4PM/Check-Out 11PM
We will send you a link to our digital Guest Welcome Book with additional details about the cabin and loads of information on nearby restaurants, attractions, and activities after you book!
Ring Doorbell: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior Ring doorbell camera located on the front of the home mounted just to the left of the front door. The camera is outward facing and does not look into the interior.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
If you are visiting during the winter months and the forecast calls for snow/ice, a 4WD or AWD vehicle is suggested in order to more easily travel the roads throughout our community and to our cabin.
The HOA does not allow large trailers, campers, or vehicles that exceed 26ft to keep the community quiet and more secluded.
Our beautiful cabin rests on a hillside, overlooking the river. At the ground floor level, guests have access to all of the living space and the main deck, but the firepit, hot tub, and river deck require guests to descend two flights of stairs.
In the winter, a hot tub water exchange can take several hours to reach the desired temperature, so please turn up the hot tub heat upon arrival if you plan to use it.
The indoor fireplace is unavailable for use from April 1 to October 1. We hope you'll enjoy the neon sign for some extra mood lighting during the warmer summer months!
After each guest, we thoroughly clean and refill the hot tub to ensure it's in pristine condition for your enjoyment. However, please note that the hot tub will not be immediately heated to your desired temperature upon your arrival. It takes some time for the water to heat up to the desired temperature, so we ask that you adjust the temperature as soon as you arrive if you plan on using the hot tub during your stay. The hot tub should bever be set above 104 degrees for health reasons.
The outdoor grill is connected to a timer for fire safety. If you're having issues with the propane, please check the timer to ensure that the gas can properly flow.
The property is regularly sprayed for bugs, but please note that you're visiting the forest and our bug friends live in and around the river and forest. You'll likely see a friend or two if you leave the doors or windows open.
Your total reservation fee for this home includes a per-booking damage waiver fee, including any applicable taxes. The damage waiver ensures coverage for any accidental damage caused to the home or its contents, including appliances and furnishings, up to a maximum of $1,500. However, to benefit from this coverage, you must report the incident to the host before you check out. Damage due to pets and smoking is excluded.
A security deposit of $300 is required to hold your vacation rental reservation. This deposit will be automatically added to your reservation and charged at the time of booking. The deposit will be returned to you within 3 to 7 business days provided that the following provisions are met:
· No damage is done to the property or its furnishings · There are no items missing from the property. · All keys are returned. · There are no violations of this agreement.
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Welcome to Relaxing River Retreat, where your pets are welcome amidst a scenic riverfront, screened porch, hot tub, WiFi, firepit, and abundant wildlife
Ellijay
Welcome to Relaxing River Retreat, where your pets are welcome amidst a scenic riverfront, screened porch, hot tub, WiFi, firepit, and abundant wildlife
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Separate rental agreement and photo ID/selfie required after booking. Check-in sent only after signed agreement & verified ID.
50% due at booking (14+ days out); balance 15 days prior. 4% processing fee non-refundable. Affirm not accepted. VRBO fees separate.
No parties/events. Quiet hours 10pm–8am. No smoking/vaping anywhere on property. $500+ fee for violations.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2870050vb
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 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 Fort Mountain are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chateau Meichtry and Engelheim Vineyards. Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace are also worth visiting. Water tubing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 36 min drive - 40.1 km
Amicalola Falls State Park - 40 min drive - 50.5 km
Blue Ridge Lake - 43 min drive - 47.8 km
Getting around
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 88 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 11 min drive
Buffalo Luke’s - 9 min drive
Cartecay River Brewing Co. - 9 min drive
Taco Bell - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Fun Riverside Cabin: Indoor Games+Hot Tub+Firepit have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Fun Riverside Cabin: Indoor Games+Hot Tub+Firepit?
As of 6 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fun Riverside Cabin: Indoor Games+Hot Tub+Firepit on 9 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,084, 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.
Is Fun Riverside Cabin: Indoor Games+Hot Tub+Firepit pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Fun Riverside Cabin: Indoor Games+Hot Tub+Firepit?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Fun Riverside Cabin: Indoor Games+Hot Tub+Firepit?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Fun Riverside Cabin: Indoor Games+Hot Tub+Firepit?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Fun Riverside Cabin: Indoor Games+Hot Tub+Firepit located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Riverside Park and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Gilmer County Fairgrounds. Piedmont Hospital and Cartecay River are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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We loved this cabin. Everything is close by but you still get the outdoors atmosphere. We loved carter's lake and the tubing here on the river. We wish we had brought kayaks. They provide everything you could possibly need. They also communicate fast and friendly. Definitely want to come back
Great getaway for the family! The house was clean and well stocked. We had pretty much everything needed for our stay. Getting to and from the fire pit requires some effort but once you are down there, it’s quite nice. My only quibble is about the pullout bed, it’s not big enough for an adult.
Paul B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Apr 2026
Thanks for staying with us—we’re glad your family had a great getaway and had everything you needed.
The fire pit down by the river is one of our favorite spots, and we’re glad you got to enjoy it once you made your way down.
We appreciate you sharing your experience and hope to have you back again.
Cabin was as described. Nice, clean, quiet. Right on the river.Deer leisurely stroll around the property all day long.
Seth L.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2025
Thank you so much! We’re glad the cabin was just as described, clean, quiet, and right on the river, and that you enjoyed the deer visiting. We’d love to host you again!
Thanks, Mason! We're glad you had an easy trip and found the location perfect for tubing! Sounds like a fun and convenient stay. We'd love to welcome you back for another great getaway!
We really enjoyed our holiday weekend in the mountains. The cabin was perfect for our family. The river view on the back deck was beautiful and watching the deer trek through the property was enjoyable. Host was very prompt and easily available for any questions.
Matthew P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
We truly appreciate your thoughtful review. It’s wonderful to hear the cabin and its natural surroundings made your holiday weekend so enjoyable, and we’re glad our prompt communication added to your experience. We would be delighted to host you again in the future.
Thanks, Brittany! We’re so happy you had an amazing stay and loved it! We’re grateful you chose to stay with us and would love to welcome you back anytime.
We had a great stay here for our family spring break! We have 3 young kids and they all had an amazing time. The cabin was very clean, well stocked, and the beds were super comfortable. Check-in was seamless. We loved sipping coffee on the back deck and took advantage of the hot tub almost every day. We appreciated the games provided (though one of the puzzles we attempted did have several missing pieces), and loved having the trekking poles available for hikes.We had a blast at the rec center and loved that everything was included. We played mini golf and basketball, and spent a lot of time at the pool, which was huge and warm. It is a pretty far drive within the resort itself and we knew that going in, but still wish it had been slightly closer to some of the amenities.A couple things worth noting that others have mentioned: the walk down to the river is pretty steep, and there are definitely some winding, steep mountain roads getting around the resort, so just something to keep in mind if that makes you uncomfortable.The location was great, giving us a nice mix of adventure and downtime during our stay. We explored downtown Ellijay and Blue Ridge, did some hiking, went to the dive-in, took a day trip to Six Flags, and also spent slower days enjoying the amenities, fishing at the parks in the resort, and relaxing at the cabin.Overall, we would definitely recommend this place. It was exactly the slow-down, nature-filled spring break our family needed!
Jamie R.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2026
We're so happy to hear your family had such a memorable spring break, Jamie! It sounds like you made the most of everything the area and the resort have to offer. Thank you for letting us know about the puzzle with the missing pieces. We'll make sure to check our games and puzzles so everything is ready for future guests. We truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback and your recommendation. We'd love to welcome your family back for another relaxing mountain getaway!
Loved it was the perfect country fall get away with my little family. The whole place was amazing..
Loved it was the perfect country get away with my little family.. the whole place was amazing and definitely an adventure.. the kinda trip I always wanted to go on to relax yet have stuff to do with your family.. was very very clean.. hot tub was nice too ❤️ kitchen was great had everything you needed.. beds were really soft.. good location and easy to find..
also was more private than I thought too.. 😊
Hannah M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thanks, Hannah! We’re so happy you loved your stay and that it was the perfect country getaway for your family. We’re glad you enjoyed the clean space, the hot tub, the well-stocked kitchen, and the comfortable beds. It’s wonderful to hear it was relaxing while still offering fun for your family. We’re grateful you chose to stay with us and would love to welcome you back anytime!
We were looking for somewhere different to vacation this year, and we decided on Ellijay. We absolutely loved where we stayed. Everything was exactly as described. We had a great time with our son, who seemed to love watching all the deer more than anything. I would most definitely recommend staying here.
Ashley E.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2025
Thanks, Ashley! We’re so happy you chose Ellijay for your vacation and that you loved your stay with us. We’re glad everything was as described and that your son enjoyed watching the deer it’s such a special part of the area! We’re grateful for your recommendation and would love to welcome you back anytime.
This home is absolutely adorable, clean, bright, well stocked. The neighborhood is quiet and the property is beautiful. Communication before and during was excellent. It was a wonderful getaway for our family. The only thing to be prepared for is the drive within the community and the driveway/parking area. But then if you are looking, you obviously want to be in the mountains so think of it as an adventure!
Bethany B.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2025
Thanks, Bethany! We’re glad you found the home adorable, clean, and well stocked, and that the quiet neighborhood and beautiful property made for a wonderful family getaway. We appreciate your understanding about the community drive and parking—it definitely adds to the mountain adventure! Thank you for your kind words about communication. We’re grateful you chose to stay with us and would love to welcome you back anytime!
Absolutely loved this home & location ❤️❤️❤️
Only thing I would change would be to increase the cooking utensils to include casserole cookware to include 9x9 & 9x13...gallon size tea pitcher, & several sharp paring knives.
joanne B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2025
Thanks, Joanne! We’re glad you absolutely loved the home and location! Thank you for sharing your suggestions on the kitchen items, as this helps us improve for future guests. We’ll look into adding the cookware, tea pitcher, and additional paring knives. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back soon!
We loved being on the river and watching the tubers flow by! All the deer we got to see was incredible! The home was so cozy and comfortable! We had a nine month old and there weren’t sharp edgy furniture pieces or fancy modern glass to have finger prints on everything!!! It was amazing and we enjoyed every minute of our Labor Day long weekend at Adventure Awaits. Loved the led sign too!
It is a hike down to the river but you know why driving the roads :)
Courtney T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2025
Thanks, Courtney! We’re glad you loved being by the river and enjoyed watching the tubers float by. It’s wonderful to hear that the deer sightings, cozy home setup, and baby-friendly environment made your stay so comfortable. We’re also happy you liked the LED sign and embraced the hike down to the river, as it definitely adds to the adventure. Thank you for choosing Adventure Awaits, and we hope to host you again soon.
We really enjoyed our stay with our boys (6 y and 9 mon) at the cabin. Everything was clean and with the lazy river right in the back yard it was perfect for the kids to play in the water or fish. It is very quiet too, maybe 1-2 cars going by the cabin per day - which made it very relaxing and perfect for kids that want to ride their bikes or for going on a walk. We would have loved if any of the pictured water equipment, such as canoe or tubes were available to us. Lots of wildlife to enjoy too. We saw deer, huge butterflies, owls, bunnies, wild geese, squirrels and woodpeckers! Lots to explore!
Phillip T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Thanks, Philip! We're so glad you and your family had a great time at the cabin! It sounds like the peaceful setting, wildlife, and lazy river made for a memorable stay, especially for the little ones. We appreciate your feedback about the water equipment and will definitely keep that in mind. We'd love to welcome you all back for another relaxing getaway!
We loved the cabin and proximity to the river. We woke to deer every morning which was an incredible bonus. The only complaint was the drivability of the roads in Coosawattee Resort as we were not prepared for the extremely steep and and narrow roads with drop offs on either side. We had a small car with front wheel drive and found it difficult in some places to climb the steep hills. Had we known we would have rented an all wheel drive vehicle
susan S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Thanks again for being our guest, Susan! Sorry to hear that you had some difficulty with the roads. We do recommend 4WD for icy/snowy conditions, but have found the mostly paved roads and short section of gravel roads acceptable for 2WD vehicles. Definitely good to keep in mind for anyone who may not be comfortable driving on back roads, so thank you for sharing your feedback and experience! So glad the you loved the cabin and its location right on the river and surrounded by wildlife :)
The house, the outside surroundings, everything was wonderful. Having never been to these mountain cabins, the roads were very scary the first few times we travelled on them. After a few days, we became more comfortable. I would suggest you give first time visitors more of a heads-up on the roads. We were not able to get the gas fireplace to work. Looked like it had not been used for a while. Overall, we loved staying at this house. Seeing the deer everywhere and watching our dog run down through the leaves was so delightful. Thank you for a chance to enjoy the beauty of fall.
ROBERT M.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2025
Thanks, Robert! We’re so glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay and had a chance to take in the beauty of fall. The deer sightings and your pup enjoying the leaves sound absolutely lovely! We appreciate your feedback about the roads and the fireplace. We’ll be sure to provide better guidance for future first-time visitors and look into the fireplace to ensure it’s guest-ready. Thank you again for staying with us we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
The house is super cute and very clean with lots of board games and outdoor games to keep you entertained. The hot tub was a nice addition to sit outside and enjoy nature. We brought our 14 year old dog who LOVES the water, thinking he would be able to enjoy the river. The only thing was, its a pretty steep and long staircase to get down the property, and then the river's entrance is also on a steep bank which was not easily accessible for our old pup. So for those two reasons I would say the river isn't easily accessible for older people/pets. But the host was very helpful and communicative and helped us find a spot to drive to for our pup to have easy access to water so that was great. Host is very attentive and responsive. We were happy with our stay.
sadye c.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Thanks so much again for staying with us, Sadye! So glad that you guys enjoyed it and that your pup was still able to enjoy some time in the water :)
We had such a great time at adventure awaits. We walked into a very clean and sleek cabin. They had a roll away bed and a dog crate and bed. The back porch was such an amazing view of the river and all the wild life. We were greeted morning and night but at least 6 deer everyday.We brought our puppy and brought a ground stake so she can roam and swim without running away and we were able to relocate her wherever we were so she can still be with us . She absolutely loved the river. We fished everyday ((only had 1 bite)) we found out later in our trip that the pond on beaver lake was fully stocked for catch and release. We were only able to spend 30 min there due to the weather, but we did see a lot of fish there. We loved catching fireflies every night ((8:20 is the best time)) the fire pit was great. Cartecay adventure tubing was so fun and perfect for my kids 7,8,10….the host was so helpful and responded to my many questions promptly. The only bad thing was there was no covering for the front door window or the back door window…this is a complete personal preference, but we were able to put a sheet over the windows at night time. The walk down to the river was steep and hill to the river bank was slippery. We would absolutely stay here again! Lots to do in the cossawattee river resort too! Felt very safe in the neighborhood. Double thumbs up!
Roe F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2025
Thanks, Roe! We're so glad you had a great time at Adventure Awaits! It’s wonderful to hear how much your family and your pup enjoyed the peaceful setting, wildlife views, and all the outdoor activities. Thanks for sharing those helpful tips, especially about the fireflies and the stocked pond at Beaver Lake. We appreciate your feedback about the door coverings and the riverbank path as those notes help us make the experience even better. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another relaxing and adventure-filled stay!
The cabin was booked for myself and husband originally. We were meeting with friends from Florida who were in Ellijay for the week. Last minute, my daughter and her family asked about joining us for an evening. I reached out to the manager, paid an additional fee and the kids got to stay. Our friends from Florida joined us that evening and, again, the management was accommodating to allow them to visit for dinner. The cabin was clean and in a beautiful location on the river. The beds were comfortable. The only request that I would make is that they label the light switches - there are a lot in the house! We would definitely stay here again!
Kylee W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2023
Thank you for your feedback, Kylee! We're so glad to hear that you and your family enjoyed your stay and that our team was happy to accommodate your requests. We appreciate your suggestion about labeling the light switches and are happy to report that labels have since been added :) We look forward to hosting you again in the future!
We're Safiri and we take pride in offering top-notch hospitality and unforgettable vacation experiences for our guests in North Georgia and the Florida Panhandle. We are thrilled to have you as our guest and look forward to serving you during your stay!
Why they chose this property
This comfy cabin is the perfect secluded getaway for your mountain river adventure. Guests have access to the entire cabin and it boasts stylish furniture and a fully stocked kitchen. Four adults max with two relaxing bedrooms options:
Bedroom 1 (Hiking Room) - king bed master suite with private bathroom Bedroom 2 (River Room) - king bed master suite with private bathroom and rollaway bed
Full washer and dryer available in the cabin.
We provide resort an amenities pass upon request! This includes an indoor pool, fitness center, tennis courts, pool tables, air hockey, and 18 holes miniature golf course. Let us know if you’d like an amenities pass!
What makes this property unique
Adventure Awaits is located in the Coosawattee River Resort in Ellijay, GA. You can literally walk out the back door, down the deck steps and to the river, pick up your tube or kayak and float the river! You will be tucked away among the North Georgia trees with river views year-round within this private community. If you love hiking, fishing, swimming, kayaking, or the idea of dropping a tube in the river right behind the home, you are going to love Adventure Awaits! With direct river access, you can enjoy a serene float downriver to Fish Trap Park (approx 30 mins), North Park (approx 1 1/2 hours) or even Canoe Park/Fife Bridge (approx 3 hours). You’ll also have access to other community amenities (for a small additional community fee) including mini-golf, indoor and outdoor pools, tennis, and more.
Our cabin provides easy access to multiple wineries, apple orchards and farm stores, parks and hiking trails, and the beautiful historic mountain towns of both Ellijay and Blue Ridge. There’s never a dull moment in this adventure wonderland!
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