Private Cartecay River Home w/ Hot Tub & Game Room

Ellijay, Georgia
$465 avg/night Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Escape from your everyday stresses to 'Cartecay River House', a remote 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom vacation rental house situated on the banks of the Cartecay River. This massive 3,350-square-foot home offers friends and family a rustic themed interior, featuring a downstairs game room, 2 furnished decks with river views, a private hot tub, and a fire pit! This home-away-from-home is perfect for exploring the Chattahoochee National Forest or simply soaking up the sun in this lush forested setting!

-- THE PROPERTY --

003370 | Outdoor Dining Area | Fire Pit w/ Adirondack Chairs | Free WiFi

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Bedroom 4: Twin/Full Bunk Bed | Bedroom 5: King Bed

OUTDOOR SPACE: 2 furnished decks, outdoor ceiling fans, porch swing, multiple outdoor dining areas, hot tub, wood-burning fire pit w/ seating (firewood not provided), loungers, yard games, river access
INDOOR LIVING: 4 flat-screen TVs w/ Roku, 3 gas fireplaces, rustic decor, coffee bar, en-suite bathroom w/ jetted tub, ceiling fans, shuffleboard, pool table, arcade machine
KITCHEN: Granite countertops, 4-person dining table, breakfast bar, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, dishware/flatware, drip coffee maker
GENERAL: Washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning/heating, hair dryer
FAQ: Stairs required, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only, 1 max)
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: Downtown Ellijay (3 miles), Panorama Orchards & Farm Market (6 miles), B.J. Reece Orchards (6 miles), Hillcrest Orchards (7 miles), Expedition: BigFoot! The Sasquatch Museum (12 miles)
WINERIES: Cartecay Vineyards (7 miles), Ellijay River Vineyards (9 miles), Chateau Meichtry Family Vineyard & Winery (11 miles), Engelheim Vineyards (12 miles), Bear Claw Vineyards & Winery, Inc. (19 miles)
GREAT OUTDOORS: Harrison Park Ellijay (4 miles), Gilmer County Parks (4 miles), Vets Memorial Park (5 miles), Fall Branch Falls (16 miles), Amicalola Falls State Park (18 miles), Carters Lake (22 miles), Appalachian Trail - Long Creek Trailhead (24 miles)
BLUE RIDGE (~17 miles): Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, Blue Ridge Lake, Mercier Orchards, Tank Town USA
AIRPORT: Chattanooga Airport (67 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 1 max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: This property runs on a septic system
- NOTE: Please note that firewood is not provided and it is recommended that you bring your own for the fire pit
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 located above the front door, facing the front outdoor entry, and 1 located by the driveway side facing the driveway. The cameras do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras actively record both video and sound when motion is detected

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  • Feature Features
  • 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) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 3350 Sq Ft (311 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Firepit Garden Gas Grill
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room DVD Player Pool Or Billiards Table TV With Cable Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Mac M.

    Submitted Jan 5, 2026

    Stayed Jan 2, 2026

    Cabin was perfect, hot tub, game room were enjoyable and the creek is beautiful.

  • Chris P.

    Submitted Dec 23, 2025

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    great place to stay. really enjoyed cabin and great location. only knock was having to schedule showers as water heater was undersized for 10 people

  • Kathie T.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    Everything about this home is perfect. Stocked with everything you need and more. Beds are comfortable and the layout is great for large groups. The host even provides tubes so you can tie up and float in the river. Peaceful environment yet it’s only 7 minutes to downtown and grocery stores. The perfect location!

  • Theresa J.

    Submitted Jun 14, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    We had an amazing time; the home was everything we had expected. A beautiful location, peace and quiet as we all needed. Will book this property again.

  • Submitted May 2, 2025

    Stayed Apr 10, 2025

    Beautiful cabin inside and out!! Great host and great neighborhood!! Close to everything.

  • Jennifer L.

    Submitted Mar 29, 2025

    Stayed Mar 18, 2025

    We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. So relaxing and the perfect getaway from our busy schedules. We would love to stay here again.

  • Julie M.

    Submitted Mar 16, 2025

    Stayed Mar 12, 2025

    Everything from booking to checkout was seamless and problem-free. Great location steps away from the Cartecay River, and plenty of room for our family of 9 adults and 3 children. The host is available with a phone call and was very pleasant and helpful.

  • JOHN

    Submitted Mar 13, 2025

    Stayed Feb 26, 2025

    Will be back to this property ...simply amazing

  • Roy W.

    Submitted Mar 9, 2025

    Stayed Mar 6, 2025

    Beautiful house! Lots of hiking! Lots of laughter!We will be back! Thank you!

  • Admir

    Submitted Dec 11, 2024

    Stayed Dec 5, 2024

    Amazing experience! Absolutely beautiful cabin with the best beds we have ever slept on in a rental. Location super close to shopping area and within 8 minutes we were at the grocery store. Fully equipped with everything you need including outdoor games. Backyard was amazing and being on the river was a great experience. Would recommend to everyone and we plan on booking again during the summertime to enjoy the river and backyard more.

  • Barbara R.

    Submitted Oct 21, 2024

    Stayed Oct 18, 2024

    Absolutely beautiful house and property. Great location. Very clean house stocked with everything we needed. Fantastic communication with host Kathy. Definitely booking again in the future.

  • Anita

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    Our family has stayed in multiple rentals in over 10 trips to the North GA mountains. Tubing and chillin' on the Cartecay River is the draw for us, and the thoughtful, safe river access of this home (steps with railings) are the best we've experienced. Young children and grandparents alike are OK entering the river here where the river bottom is smooth and easy to navigate.We were struck at how clean this home was--starting with the decks and outdoor furniture and hot tub. (And they change the hot tub water after each rental, wow!)Four king beds were sturdy with amazing mattresses. Great for deep sleep after a day at the river. The appliances (refrigerator, washer and dryer, oven) seem new and everything works! Kathy, the local property manager, was very kind and responsive to our (few) questions. We hope to make this our Ellijay hone for summers to come!

  • Kristin

    Submitted Jul 11, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    This is our third stay and we will be back again! All the bedrooms are very comfortable and the amenities are plentiful. You can’t beat this spot on the river. Our children have a blast tubing and swimming. The adults love winding down the day in the hot tub. The owner is very nice and responsive to whatever we need. This one is a gem for sure!

  • VICTORIA

    Submitted Jul 6, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    First time staying at this property and it did not disappoint. Upon walking in felt very inviting and relaxing. Enjoyed all the amenities … tubes available to use in the river, cornhole/bags were fun, also enjoyed the pool table, shuffleboard, arcade game, hot tub, and the back deck is fantastic! That was our favorite space. Washer dryer seemed brand new. All 7 of us slept well and felt right at home.Home is located in a nice quiet area only 10 minutes from grocery shopping. You’d never know you’re that close to town. One of our trips back to the house we saw a bear in the woods very near the home! Also saw deer across the river nibbling on plants.Lots to do in the area. Many great restaurants close by (River Street Tavern, The Roof); explored Blue Ridge (2nd Story Entertainment minigolf, Southern Charm, shops); Amicalola Falls and a day trip to the Georgia Aquarium (whale sharks & manta rays!!). But our favorite thing to do was sit on the back deck and enjoy the scenery and family time ❤️ We have stayed at several different properties over the years in different states. You won’t regret staying at this one. Would definitely come back!!

  • Joy B.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2024

    Stayed May 25, 2024

    Our family was celebrating my grandson’s graduation and we couldn’t have chosen a better home/location. Highly recommend. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home and for your kindness.

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$465+
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