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Escape to The Great Escape River Retreat, a beautiful 4-bedroom log home nestled on the Coosawattee River. Unwind in the hot tub, play a game of Ping-Pong or enjoy family time in the spacious loft. With indoor sauna, fireplace and screened porch with WIFI access you will have everything needed for an unforgettable stay.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

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About this property

Riverfront • Pets • Fire Pit • Free Night

  • Vrbo displays an estimated nightly rate on the calendar. Exact pricing (including discounts) is shown once dates are selected.” June & July 8th night free special (non holiday) Host 727/251&8659
    WELCOME to The Great Escape River Retreat is a beautiful 4 bedroom 3 bath, 3 story full log home right on the Coosawattee River and offers: fireplace, TV's with access to Hulu+ Live TV and Roku for streaming, hot tub, indoor sauna, fire-pit, Ping-Pong table, screened porch, WIFI
    The Main floor has 1 bedroom, 1 bath. Bedroom has a Queen bed, TV and porch access.
    Upstairs master suite has a pillow top king bed, TV, Private bathroom, walk in closet and private porch.
    The spacious loft has a ping pong table, bean bag seating and board games for the family.
    The patio level has the third full bathroom with sauna, family room space leading to ground level patio with hot tub and TV with DVD player that is BluRay and WIFI compatible.
    Also, 2 more bedrooms are found on this level, the first has a queen bed and TV, the second has bunkbeds full over full and a TV (Bear Cub Den)
    Take a beautiful drive up river and drop your tubes in and have a relaxing 2 hour float down to the back yard!
    Hike the Ellijay and Blue Ridge mountain trails, try your hand at fly fishing, then in the evening watch the river flow by, or cuddle up next to the fireplace and watch an old movie on your large screen TV. Maybe sleep in late on the King Size upstairs master bed and have coffee on your private covered porch. The Great Escape River Retreat is a perfect getaway for up to eight people. We encourage you to protect your vacation investment with a travel insurance of your choice.
    Coosawattee River Resort offers for free: 5 river parks for fishing with no license needed, suspension bridge and camp sites.

    FREE USE OF ALL RESORT AMENITIES Up to 8 adult guests. Kids under 13 unlimited*****Subject to change (per HOA rules)

    Near the resort is: Cartacay Tubing Company
    The town of Ellijay offers: Walmart, Ingies, many restaurants, Abby's Ice Cream parlor and a new theatre! Also in Gilmer county are many wineries to visit

    Rental agreement must be signed day of booking. Fully refundable damage deposit of $300 is due 2 days prior to check in

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Living plant wall
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 3,200 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

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

Rules

Security deposit required and will be processed directly by the host.
Signed Renter Agreement Required
No Smoking or Vaping Permitted In or Out side of Property

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Note from host: Dogs less than 50 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

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 attractions include Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Ellijay travel guide
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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Talona Lake
    11 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Riverside Park
    14 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Pig Hill of Fame
    14 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds
    14 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Cartecay River
    15 min drive - 14.6 km

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    13 min drive
  • Cartecay River Brewing Co.
    15 min drive
  • Buffalo Luke’s
    13 min drive
  • Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
    14 min drive
  • Starbucks
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Riverfront • Pets • Fire Pit • Free Night have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Riverfront • Pets • Fire Pit • Free Night pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Riverfront • Pets • Fire Pit • Free Night?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront • Pets • Fire Pit • Free Night?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront • Pets • Fire Pit • Free Night?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront • Pets • Fire Pit • Free Night located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Riverside Park, Gilmer County Fairgrounds, and Talona Lake. Cartecay River and Piedmont Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Riverfront • Pets • Fire Pit • Free Night Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

martha k.

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

Birthday trip

The house was wonderful. The view of the river was nice. Beds were comfy. Had every thing we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

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

Family vacation

It was fairly clean and loved the way the cabin was right by the river. Had loads of fun playing games, ping pong and tubing the river. Enjoyed the deer, the meals we had and just being together.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

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

Family by the river

We enjoyed family time by the river. Screened porch was a big hit. From watching the deer to the river, it was very relaxing.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Milena C.

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

One of the best cabin

The Cabin is beautiful, it had everything we needed, we had great time. Sauna and hot tub outside were great additions. Community indoor pool and other amenities also were great to have. Host is amazing, fast responses and helpful. We will definitely rent again this place for summer or winter vacation. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CALEB W.

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

Perfect Family Location

This cabin was perfect for our group. Plenty of room for everyone, and fully stocked. We stay around Elijah and Blue Ridge twice a year. Several things put this cabin to the top of our list. But the location was #1. Right on the river with easy access to get in and enjoy the water, fishing was great here also. Tube dropoff was a 6 min drive. Highly recommend this cabin if you plan to stay in the Ellijay area. The host also very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik P.

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

Best R&R Spring Break

The cabin was amazing. Everything was perfect and our 2024 Spring break was wonderful. On the river with deer at our front door daily. Layout worked great for our party of 6 and we truly enjoyed our stay. The sauna, and fire pits, and swings/hammock let us unwind in nature with the sounds of the river and wildlife all around. It was cooler over the weekend and the hot tub didn't heat up to enjoy. We would definitely stay here again. The host Eva was a communication expert. 5 Stars. Thank you for allowing us to stay and make some new family memories together.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew R.

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

AMAZING

Where to start. The property is amazing. What you see is what you get. It is very clean and well kept. The hose was very responsive to any questions we had. We booked for 6 nights but ended uo staying an extra night because it was great. The water is great. You will see 20 30 deer every single day. We will definitely be staying againg in the summer and we also want to come back around Christmas time. If you're hesitating don't. Its worth every cent. Thank you for the memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bailey D.

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

The best family getaway

The Great Escape was just that! The ultimate getaway. Looking forward to our winter trip here and booking directly with Eva. She was the most attentive host we’ve experienced. There was plenty of room for our group of adults and littles. Cabin was very clean and well kept up. Best parts were the screened in porch and the swings right at the river! The pictures of these sold us on this rental and we were not disappointed. We enjoyed all of our mornings listening to the river while drinking coffee and cooking breakfast with the grill on the porch. It was very nice to sit out at night and not have to worry about the bugs. The kids loved the river! We put tubes in and cooled off every day while the kids tried to net small fish and looked for the best rocks. It was deep enough to enjoy but shallow enough that we felt safe with the kids exploring in it. (about mid calf deep and not too fast) The loft game room was also a kid favorite, they tried their hands at ping pong most days. Kitchen was fully stocked with cooking supplies. Closest grocery was about 20 min drive. The drive to get to the cabin from the main road is all paved along with the driveway. We saw tons deer EVERYWHERE! I strongly recommend getting deer corn!! Blue Ridge, Amicolola Falls, Dalonegha, and Downtown Ellijay are all within driving distance.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful friendly rustic home. The weekend stay had me wishing we could stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heath T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wooded lot was pretty and enjoyed visits by deer.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

George D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was nice and spacious. Everything in the photos is as advertised and then some.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather G.

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

Wonderful cabin!

We stayed with extended family in this cabin and it was even better than described! We loved the hot tub, fire pits and daily deer visits. Thank you for a wonderful stay, we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

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

Easter

Enjoyed the entire experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Weekend getaway

Wasn’t as convenient to downtown area as we were thinking.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

vicki g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time staying here. The cabin was beautiful and had everything we needed. All of the beds were comfortable. The deer roam all throughout the neighborhood and I even got one to take some apple from my hand. We enjoyed taking a cold plunge in the river and then warming up in the sauna. There is a hot tub, but we did not get around to using it. We hope to come back to stay when the water is a little warmer so we can go tubing in the river. Eva is very responsive to any texts sent.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R.

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

Beautiful River View

The cabin was spacious with beautiful view of the river! We all had plenty of room and loved feeding the deer!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful Getaway

We had an amazing time. The house is beautiful and has everything that you need. It is extremely well equipped. The host (Eva) was super responsive, nice, and extremely helpful. We are already dreaming about coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the property- the location was perfect. And the added thrill of all the deer was amazing. Eva was so nice and accommodating about everything. Very quick to respond to any questions. We would like to please request a refund for the one river tube which had a leak and unable to use. But we will definitely recommend this property to all our friends and would like to return ourselves.Thank you Eva and Kurt
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy B.

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

Great time with family and friends

We had a fabulous time! The River out back was stunning and all the touches made the stay enjoyable and stress free. It was a quick drive to drop tubes and all my kids and myself loved taking a trip down the river each day. We enjoyed downtown Ellijay as well. We thought we would use the recreation facilities more but just used one day. There were a ton of deer and it was so great having them greet us in the morning! The fire pits, hot tub, ping pong and games were a perfect touch and helped make our stay even more enjoyable. Every detail was thought through. Very clean! Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We recently stayed at this cabin over Thanksgiving and overall, it was a really good experience.First off, the cabin itself was lovely—very clean, and the hosts were super responsive whenever we messaged them! They even helped us with a delivery and offered some nice add-ons like delivering firewood, which we really appreciated. The house was spacious and fairly well-equipped. There were not lot of extra towels or things like paper products, cleaning supplies, wtc. So if you’re staying for a longer visit or have a larger group (like we did), definitely bring some extras along.There were a couple of amenities we were excited about that just weren’t working during our stay. The hot tub was unfortunately cold and not usable, and the main fireplace didn’t have gas, so we couldn’t use that either. We discovered these issues on Thanksgiving Day, and of course, we didn’t expect the owners to fix them on a holiday. It’s just worth noting that those things didn’t work. Still, the hosts were great otherwise, and everything else was pretty much as advertised.The beds were comfortable, the fire pit was lovely, and the river view was absolutely beautiful. One heads-up: the driveway is pretty steep, so if you don’t have a truck or four-wheel drive, just be prepared for that.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terezia P.

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

Amazing Vacation on the River

We had an excellent time at The Great Escape. First off - the pictures on VRBO do not do this cabin justice. We were greeted by 5 deer in the front yard when we arrived. The drive with GPA was spot on. Roads are easy-peasy! Upstairs hosts the master suite with a king bed + bathroom + private balcony and a loft with Ping-Pong table - great for kids. Both the upstairs king and downstairs queens have the dreamiest mattresses - no lumps in these! Cabin was super clean and well stocked. The welcome basket was a real treat for the family. We loved the super simple click and light gas fireplace indoors and utilized the outdoor fire pit for smores. The kids loved the basement playroom with foosball and great big TV! The hot tub and private sauna is AMAZING with the cold weather. Guest spa robes were a bonus! The sound of the river all day and night was sooo relaxing. We put our feet in the water, it was COLD! We are looking forward to rebooking in the summer to tube down the river! Host communication was easy and quick. Our family highly recommends booking this treasure for great family memories!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bailey D.

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

Wonderful experience!

This was a “Great Escape” for 2 families in a gorgeous cabin. We’ve stayed in many, many, rental houses, but never one as well stocked and set up as this. The beds were very comfortable with nice sheets and pillows, the bathrooms were huge with big fluffy towels and there were even some robes for the hot tub. The teenagers didn’t hesitate to try out the hammock and jump in the river. Everyone enjoyed the hot tub and swings, and we were even able to get a fire started in the spacious fire pit and make s’mores. Plenty of games and toys for the kids, gas in the grill, owners offering wood for the fire was a great convenience, spices for cooking...it was just incredible. The quiet road was great for walks. Just a great house, and a great trip. If you are considering multiple properties- GO with this one! You will not be disappointed. There was not one thing we could have wanted differently. The location, the property, the RIVER, the cabin, everything. Book this property and you will be so thankful! The owners Kurt & Eva were quick to reply to questions we had during our stay. We saw so many deer driving in and out of the community and along the river. We will book this place again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Valtencir B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Casa aconchegante, lugar maravilhoso. Casa perfeita
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Very nice cabin.

Communication with the owners was great. They were very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne B.

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

Family time

Great stay
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022