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Dog-friendly house w/ private hot tub, gas fireplace, game room, & much more

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Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, microwave, stainless steel appliances, and ample natural light.
Enjoy a round of golf surrounded by mature trees and a serene pond.
Relax in a spacious living room with a high ceiling, comfortable seating area, and a fireplace.
Relax in a hot tub surrounded by a serene forest view.
Relax in this spacious loft-style apartment with a dining area, comfortable seating, and a wooden staircase.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 122660 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Helen, GA
  • Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Helen Festhalle
    ‪5 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Helen

City center stay.Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Helen vacation home, you'll find Chattahoochee National Forest and Chattahoochee River. Unicoi State Park and Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Unicoi State Park - 2 min drive - 0.7 miles
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Helen Festhalle - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 94 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Troll Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Spice 55 Thai and Sushi restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪La Cabana Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Dog-friendly house w/ private hot tub, gas fireplace, game room, & much more

Alpine Retreat

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This two-story luxury home has so much comfort and character, you and your party may never want to leave! This forest villa hosts lots of modern amenities that you're going to love, from the jetted tub to the game room and pool table. Enjoy that first-morning coffee out on the spacious deck overlooking the neighboring golf course then put the full kitchen to use to cook up a big mess of pancakes for friends and family. The large living area provides all the space and seating you'll need for movie night on the flatscreen TV, and the upstairs loft is just the place to get in a good book by yourself. After a day of exploring the Helen area, take a dip in the private hot tub to relax those tired limbs. And since this home is dog-friendly, even your canine companions are welcome to join in on the fun!

What's Nearby:
Take your group for a day out on the greens at Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club, just over a mile from the property, or drive just two and a half miles to go out on a hike on Unicoi Lake Trail. You can also go into downtown Helen, three miles from your front door, to find a wide variety of activities such as waterparks, museums, and restaurants. During the summer you can even experience Cool River Tubing on the Chattahoochee River! Smithgall Woods State Park is just seven miles away and is full of fishing, hiking, dog-romping, and miles of stunning, natural beauty you can only find here in Georgia.

Things to Know:
Free Wifi
Full kitchen
Dogs under 35lbs welcome
Hot tub

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.



Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Georgia

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,660 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 25 lbs each.

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
30436

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dog-friendly house w/ private hot tub, gas fireplace, game room, & much more to the airport?

This vacation home is 77.6 mi (94-min drive) away from the Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dog-friendly house w/ private hot tub, gas fireplace, game room, & much more have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Dog-friendly house w/ private hot tub, gas fireplace, game room, & much more offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dog-friendly house w/ private hot tub, gas fireplace, game room, & much more?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly house w/ private hot tub, gas fireplace, game room, & much more?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dog-friendly house w/ private hot tub, gas fireplace, game room, & much more?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Dog-friendly house w/ private hot tub, gas fireplace, game room, & much more have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Dog-friendly house w/ private hot tub, gas fireplace, game room, & much more have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Dog-friendly house w/ private hot tub, gas fireplace, game room, & much more to downtown Helen?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from Helen.

Dog-friendly house w/ private hot tub, gas fireplace, game room, & much more Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 67 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danny M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family time

It was very peaceful and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Badir G.

Almost good

We stayed at the Alpine Retreat in Helen, GA for a weekend getaway with friends. The location was great and the house overall was clean, cozy, and well-stocked with essentials. We appreciated the spacious layout and the comfort of the shared areas.However, there were two major issues that unfortunately impacted our experience. First, the dishwasher wasn’t draining properly, leaving standing water inside that began to smell badly by the second day. This made it hard to keep up with dishes for a group of our size.More concerning, one of the basement-level guest rooms appeared to have bedbugs. A friend staying in that room was bitten several times and is now dealing with skin irritation and rashes. This was obviously very distressing and unacceptable for any rental property.While the house had potential and we did enjoy parts of our stay, we hope the owners address these serious issues promptly so future guests can have a better experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

STEVI G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Cabin

Very accommodating for our family trip to Helen. We ran into some issues, but the property manager was helpful in trying to remedy them.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Venita W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Alpine Retreat

The property was gorgeous, very roomy. Helen is one of my family’s favorite places and this was very convenient to all the attractions. A very peaceful and tranquil setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place and peaceful location

Stayed for a family weekend away. Everyone enjoyed the place. Downtown Helen was beautiful. Saw 3 bears and us Florida people saw a little snow.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic spacious house. Great location in Helen.

We had a great, brief stay here in Helen! The house is very comfortable and well maintained. It was very clean. Would stay again for sure! We didn’t receive the docusign document for gate access. We had to reach out to Vacasa to get that after arrival. You cannot get gate passes /access without completing that. Other than that hiccup, our stay was fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jason l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice getaway

Great property, lots of room!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Amy P., Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home perfect for large families

The house is beautiful and the location is perfect. We loved having a pool table to play on and for everyone to have their own space. Our only issue was that the hot tub didn't work properly and this was one of the reasons we booked this house. We would absolutely stay here again if they got the hot tub fixed.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Geancarlo L.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Beautiful house but the cleaning service is not to good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Jenni S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, nice location.

Beautiful views, nice neighborhood, really close to Helen. Very clean, with a well stocked kitchen. Plenty of bathrooms, and great parking situation. My only complaint is that the hot tub was ice cold when we arrived. We had kids that wanted to get in, but with a 4pm check in, there’s no way it’s going to be warm the first night. It really never got to the ideal temp. We could barely get it above 100degrees. Also, there are two identical bunk rooms downstairs. That’s hard to see in photos, because they are truly identical. But they are nice, with full bed on the bottom.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and convenient

The house is beautiful and spacious, just as pictured. We had three families (six adults and three children) and there was plenty of room to spread out across the three floors of the house. The deck was perfect for spending time together, and I was surprised by how quiet the neighborhood was. The neighboring houses are spread out, which made it feel very relaxed and private. This was extremely convenient to downtown Helen and we really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House Close to Town

Great house for a big group! There were 10 of us and we had a great time! Our only complaint was the internet was VERY spotty and that was how you watched TV. Other than that, great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Tammy B.

Vacasca

The property was as described. Large home. Close to the town of Helen. Is superficially clean. Could use a deep clean. Great hot tub. Great game room. My interaction with Vacasca was not good. I sent questions before the trip with regards to kitchen supplies and got, what seemed to be, automated responses. I wound up taking unnecessary items. The check-in process was not smooth. My name was not in the list at the guard house. Fortunately he allowed us to enter. We had a question with how to get the front door code to open. I called Vacasca and got a response 2 hours later. Fortunately we had figured out how to open the door. Note: Once the code is entered, both door handles must be turned in order to open the door. Bottom line. House was good for our 3 days trip, but I will not rent another property that is managed by Vacasa.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Carla G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Not sure

It was great but our house was not ready to check in until 6:00 pm
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverly D., Avon Park, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring Break 2023

This property was perfect for our family. The house was beautiful. We enjoyed the pool table and hot tub. The location was close to downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heidi H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

We were really happy with the house, perfect for us!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Everything you want or need. Very spacious. 3 separate floors for bedrooms. Enjoyed our stay very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

DAVID M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome house

Great place cant wait until next year
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerriann C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice stay

It was a nice house, up to date, all we needed for our family get away. It was a bit of a drive to get to the city center, but very private. Nice and quiet neighborhood
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trip

Renting the property was easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlana D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice

This house was nicely clean and smelled really great upon arriving. The house kept the kids busy when we was in the town of Helen. There were plenty towel, pillows and extra blankets. We had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

andrew m.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Ouch

BIG PROBLEM AFTER THE THIRD NIGHT. I showed classic bed bug bites symptoms.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful getaway

It was a beautiful house in a beautiful location. Easy to get to the house had everything we needed. Would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Alpine Retreat

Beautiful area. Convenient to everything. My family thoroughly enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and relaxing retreat

Easy check-in and check-out. The cabin offered us amenities and space to come together as a family to relax and reconnect. We even had a mama bear and her cubs pass by one night.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021