Shine on the Cartecay • Hot Tub + Game Room • Hammocks & Fire Pits

Ellijay, Georgia
$402 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Wake up to birdsong and the whisper of the Cartecay River, just steps from your back door. Spend mornings sipping coffee in a riverside hammock, afternoons conquering the game-room putting green, and evenings soaking under starlit skies in the hot tub. With two floors of well-designed space, luxe kitchen, and every outdoor game you can name, this home is the perfect mash-up of rustic mountain vibes and modern convenience.

The Space
Main Level
• Bright, open-plan living roomwith vaulted ceilings, french doors leading to deck, and a stone-faced gas fireplace on an easy wall-timer.
• Deluxe kitchen—granite, stainless, gas Wolf range, well-equipped, LARGE pantry.
• Dining table for 6 plus countertop seating for casual breakfasts (plus a kid's table with four more seats!).
• Primary suite: king bed, spa-style en-suite (full tub + walk-in shower), and private deck access.
• Handy half-bath just off the living area.

Lower Level
• Game room: ping-pong table, air-hockey table, mini putting green, Xbox 360 with two controllers and a second gas fireplace—perfect for rainy-day tournaments.
• Dedicated workspace with desk + fast Wi-Fi.
• Bedroom 2: king bed.
• Bedroom 3: twin trundle + two twin-over-queen bunks (sleeps 8 kiddos or the young-at-heart!).
• Shared full bath with tub/shower combo.

Outdoor Living
• Hot tub on the lower patio—watch the river roll by while you soak.
• Two fire pits (one riverside, one near the house) with Adirondack seating for s'mores sessions.
• Yard games galore: horseshoes, hopscotch court, cornhole boards.
• Four hammocks strung between tall pines—claim your favorite and nap to the sound of rushing water.
• Direct river frontage—launch tubes or cast a fishing line right from the bank (bring your own gear).

Guest Access
Entire home, inside and out, is yours—no shared spaces. We have three locked closets, but there is ample storage throughout the cabin. Flat parking for 4+ vehicles and easy, paved road access all the way to the driveway.

Other Things to Note
• Smart, keyless entry—code provided the morning of check-in.
• Three exterior security cameras (facing river from the back of the house, facing driveway & front door ring doorbell) for your peace of mind—never inside.
• We provide starter supplies (trash bags, paper products, soaps).
• Dogs welcome with prior approval and fee; sorry, no cats (allergy friendly).
• Grocery delivery available from Ellijay

Interaction With Guests
We're North Georgia locals—text us any time for insider tips, from waterfall hikes to the best BBQ in town, or even a quick lesson on lighting the perfect campfire. We respect your privacy but live just 20 minutes away if anything comes up.

Ready to trade city noise for river lullabies Hit “Reserve” and start planning your Cartecay getaway.

Gilmer County STR: 004516

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  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Deck Or Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    2.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Ecotours Nearby Golf Nearby Hiking Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Rafting Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books DVD Player Games Table Tennis Video Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Toys Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location Near A Health Or Beauty Spa On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Joseph J.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Gorgeous cabin and great location. Bruce promptly answered any questions I had. We will definitely be staying here again in the future!

  • Tanya G.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    This was an amazing cabin and wonderful stay. Super close to Ellijay and apple picking even though you could honestly stay right at the cabin and have plenty to do. Tons of fun games in the basement, hot tub, fire pit, chill views from the upper deck, and our favorite part - the fabulous river steps from the back door. The cabin was very well appointed with everything we needed and immaculately cleaned when we arrived. 10/10 recommend.

  • Ciara n.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    This property was perfect for our family get-away. We didn’t have many reasons to leave, because the home/river had so much to offer. The home is really really spacious and we had plenty of room to stretch out. Hosts were quick to respond. The property is dog friendly and my pup loved being there. Be aware, apparently the neighbor has a strong aversion to dogs. She was screaming across the yard to tell us to put a leash on my dog.. in the wilderness? And he never left the property. Other than that, everything was perfect.

  • Dawn C.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 3, 2025

    We loved our stay here! The cabin was beautiful and the property was so peaceful and gorgeous. Loved being on the river. And it was nice that if we needed to run out to get something it wasn’t a tedious drive. Paved roads all the way to cabin! The only reason I’m gave 4 stars instead of 5 was we never found an attachment to the coffee maker to be able to use ground coffee, and there was no hair dryer to be found as we were told was supplied. But those were very minor hiccups. Otherwise, WONDERFUL! We’ll be back!

  • Meredith L.

    Submitted Jul 16, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    We had a great time staying at this well equipped home on the river. There were games for the kids, both indoors and outside, the house was clean and comfortable, and the river was just a short stroll in the backyard. Fun was had by the whole family! Would recommend to anyone.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$402+
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