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River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River

Family-friendly stay near Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park

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A hot tub with a wooden deck and a view of a park.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61392 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Helen, GA
  • Place, Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Helen Festhalle
    ‪2 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Helen

City center stay.With a stay at this Helen cabin, you'll be steps from Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and a 5-minute walk from Chattahoochee River. Also, Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau is within half a mile (1 km) and Alpine Mini Golf is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Helen Festhalle - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Campfire Gather Round - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Pink Pig Southern BBQ - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪La Cabaña Mexican Restaurant - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River

Gaze out at the Chattahoochee River from just about every room. Open the windows and listen to the rippling flow of the water. Breathe the fresh air and enjoy the view from the deck or from the hot tub!

This cabin has fully-equipped kitchen and gas grill on the deck for meals cooked at home. Would you rather eat out? River Retreat is within walking distance to downtown Helen! Should you decide to cook and eat at the cabin, the cabinets are filled with all the cookware, dinnerware and glassware you will need. Bring your favorite coffee pods for the Keurig coffee maker.

The cozy couch is the perfect spot to snuggle up near the gas fireplace on chilly evenings. There is a streaming TV for your entertainment, so don't forget to bring your channel subscription login information.

The main floor king bedroom has a bath with a walk-in shower. The upstairs king bedroom shares a bath with the guests staying in the loft. This bath features a shower/tub combination and the television is for playing DVDs only. In the loft there is a full size bed for two and a futon for one.

This cabin has the perfect parking for those riding or bringing motorcycles up to the mountains. Please note that River Retreat has 23 steps from parking to the front door. Pets are not allowed at River Retreat.

• Minimum Age Requirement: River Retreat is available to families or to guests 21 years or older.
• Parking: Space is available for 3 vehicles.
• Access: The road and driveway are paved
• Pets: Pets are not allowed at River Retreat.
• Location: 1.2 miles to downtown Helen. Cabin on the River is located directly behind the Helen Water Park on the opposite side of the Chattahoochee River.
• Steps: The cabin is built on stilts and there are 20+ steps from the parking area up to the front door.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,392 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Right on the Chatahoochee River in Town

In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River

River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River Cabin

River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River Helen

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Frequently asked questions

How close is River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River to the airport?

This cabin is 75.9 mi (95-min drive) away from the Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River to downtown Helen?

This cabin is 1 mi away from Helen.

River Retreat - In Town Treat on The Chattahoochee River Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 253 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host checked in and made us feel welcome. Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time and we were very happy with the cabin! It was exactly what it showed in the online listing and was one of the cleanest places we’ve ever stayed on vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great and as described. We really enjoyed the view of the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Our Favorite Cabin during our annual trip to Helen

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect location and privacy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love it!!! Super convenient location and very peaceful!! Great for our girls trip!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lisa w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the perfect cabin for our family, we really enjoyed our stay. The beds were comfortable, the house and hot tub were clean, and the best part was being just steps away from the river. Lots of fishing! The location was close to town, just a couple minutes to drive but also walkable. But far enough from the main road where we got to enjoy nature and listen to the river. The best part was just sitting out back with our feet in the water. Highly recommend and we will definetly be back and would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeanne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was very nice. Cabin is right in the river and conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Beautiful vacation spot

It was a beautiful place and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katina P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was all we expected it to be. Convenient to all the sights but felt very private. Lovely place to just sit in the river and enjoy the nature.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location of this cabin and the peaceful flow of the river directly adjacent. Everything was very peaceful and as advertised. My rating is lowered to 4 stars due to a slight shortage of flatware and kitchen utensils. Also, there was a significant noise issue with the dryer, which worked to dry clothing but drowned out any conversation within the house. We reported the problem to management upon checkout. Overall, we very much enjoyed the house.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ken N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is right on the river and was very nice! It is close to down town Helen but still seemed private! We even sat in the hot tub while listening to the river and it was so relaxing!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Saloma K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We celebrated our 29th wedding anniversary here. Definately enjoyed it!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed staying in the cabin by the creek. Loved the sounds while sitting on the deck. The beds were so comfortable! Very close to town. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sheryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location near to town, great use of hot tub on back deck, on the river, very quiet. Very clean. My only complaint was we couldn’t get the sound system working on the tv and could not get the volume up with any remote. Loved the wood decor and fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

cobes _.

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

Fishing trip…

Great stay…
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

philip S.

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

Helen Vacation

Great stay. Loved the house. Beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

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

Great location

Nice cabin for four adults for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristina P.

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

Weekend getaway

We absolutely enjoyed our stay and we will be back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mindy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beds and couches were so comfortable and cozy. The fire place was warm and inviting. The dishwasher and dryer need replaced. It would be nice to have more kitchen wares and hand towels.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresia W.

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

Enjoyed

Great views and comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

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

Cabin by the river.

Overall our stay way very relaxing and quiet. Just what my wife and I needed. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

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

Anniversary Trip

Breath taking
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Great Local Cabin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: A beautiful cabin located on the river with a local hiking trail within walking distance of the cabin. Centrally located near all activities. We would rent again. very nice bedding. highly recommend.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Beautiful cabin

Customer service 10 stars from Georgia mountain rentals
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

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

River retreat

We thoroughly enjoyed the place, the location was great and we’ve already discuss that it would be a redo vacation site, thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

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