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A River Retreat is an Authentic A-Frame with 200' frontage on the Toccoa River

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

A River Retreat is an Authentic A-Frame with 200' frontage on the Toccoa River


If, at this moment, you were standing on our deck, with the gentle rapids of the Toccoa flowing beneath you, not only the tranquility of the setting but also the charm of an original A-frame would beckon you to stay. Imagine there being
crackling wood in the woodburning stove, or fresh caught trout frying on the stovetop, preparations being made to tube down the river or enjoyable peaceful moments in the hot tub. The firepit is ready to toast marshmallows, tell tall tales, or spin some yarn, as they say here and warm the soul.The sounds of the river will heighten your senses in the morn and lull you to sleep at night. Just breathe, relax, and enjoy.

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For our fellow adventurers, We are .1 miles away from the Aska hiking trails and only mins. from Dry Branch Rd. on Lake Blue Ridge providing access to the lake.

A few people have asked why we don’t have many reviews. The answer is that we have just listed our cabin online. We have many wonderful hand-written reviews in our visitors book and look forward to many more stars online. We’ll gladly share details thereof.
Our cabin is air-conditioned, heated with wood burning stove and central heat. Kitchen is fully stocked with all of your cooking and dining utensils and then some. Refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, coffeemaker and dishwasher for your convenience. Outside Weber charcoal grill for barbeques on deck. Laundry provides washer/dryer, sink, shower and facilities easily accessible to river. Main floor Bathroom includes shower/tub combo.

Property manager

Joann Pizel

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Charcoal grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Recycling
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities

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Dryer
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

About the neighborhood

Map
Blue Ridge, GA

What's nearby

  • The Lilly Pad Village - 3 min drive
  • Blue Ridge Lake - 6 min drive
  • Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 11 min drive
  • Blue Ridge Lake Marina - 13 min drive
  • Cherry Log Creek - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Mama's Coffee Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Southern Charm - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chester Brunnenmeyer's Bar and Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A River Retreat is an Authentic A-Frame with 200' frontage on the Toccoa River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at A River Retreat is an Authentic A-Frame with 200' frontage on the Toccoa River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A River Retreat is an Authentic A-Frame with 200' frontage on the Toccoa River?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A River Retreat is an Authentic A-Frame with 200' frontage on the Toccoa River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and Ocoee River. The Lilly Pad Village and Blue Ridge Lake are also within 2 mi (3 km).

A River Retreat is an Authentic A-Frame with 200' frontage on the Toccoa River Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 22 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hollie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We don’t want to leave!
This cabin is perfect! Very close to the river and gives total summer camp vibes with the bunkbeds in the sunroom and a great fire pit! Joann, the host, was a delight to work with. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina A.

Liked: Cleanliness
20th Anniversary
We had a great stay at th
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little piece of heaven
It was so relaxing sitting at the river and listening to the water.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

M A.

Disliked: Cleanliness
the most dirty and outdated property i ever stayed in
place was not cleaned in weeks, spiders and dog hair everywhere, the kitchen is fixed with duct tape since my last stay a year ago, great location, but everything is old and dirty. there is only one bathroom in the house, the 2nd one is outdoors and it's not usable. they shouldn't rent it before total remodeling, waste guest time and money, when you drive 9 hours to get there and find it nasty, refunding the money is not going to do you any good, your vacation is gone to waste already.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A True River Retreat!
The River Retreat is a true gem of a cabin. The A frame cabin is full of cozy character and we did not find a reason to venture out much, what with the roaring river and beautiful scenery! We look forward to coming back! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing river-front, peaceful getaway immersed in the beauty of nature!
The location of the cabin was very convenient, as long as gravel roads are ok (we had no issues). Being so close to town yet also so close to hiking & waterfall trails, the river, and other great attractions (gold panning, Amicalola, treetop zipline, Blue Ridge) was wonderful. Even going during mid-February with mostly cold/freezing nights & perfectly beautiful cool days, the cabin was very cozy and had everything we needed! The river’s babbling brook feature from all of the rocks & boulders, & fast-flowing sound at night was so relaxing, and the hot tub being on the deck was a great feature. We have such great memories staying there, playing family games at night, and hiking to see waterfalls, or just hanging at the cabin outside by the fire pit enjoying the river. Big windows, a truly unique cabin layout/design, and amazing sounds & views of nature is exactly what we all needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin and the river was just perfect ! ❤️
Very neat, clean, and beautiful cabin and we enjoyed the wonderful river time with the roaring waters , We had stick fires and hot tub times and relaxation ! Grilling and wine time ! Nothing negative to say 👍❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and comfortable oasis!
River Retreat is spectacular! Everything from the cleanliness, the amazingly comfortable beds, of course the setting and scenery, the cozy (yet spacious) atmosphere and the location! What a relaxing, peaceful, serene place, I didn’t want to leave! The description is accurate and the host was easily available for communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

bethany c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!
We booked this cabin last minute and are so glad we did! As we got out of the car and could hear the river, we knew we hit the jackpot. The cabin has amazing views from the deck. Our boys fished and played by the water the entire time. We enjoyed s'mores at the firepit and the hot tub after. The kitchen was well stocked and beds were comfy! Location is convenient to town and we truly enjoyed a relaxing couple days in the mountains. Wish we could have stayed longer but we will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sadye S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Babymoon getaway
Clean and as described. Well stocked for cooking at the house too. Super quaint and peaceful! River provided lots of entertainment as well as the fire pit. They had wood a plenty which was really nice! Plenty of towels and anything you can think of which isn’t always the case. Thankful for a great stay :) neighbors on one side seem like they may not love that it’s a rental. No issues but their dog barks every time he sees someone and the guy just seemed a little grumpy haha but that could be in my mind. My point is not suitable for a gathering probably but for a romantic getaway or small family weekend it’s fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Abby D., Montgomery, Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Location and view are absolutely stunning. A few things we didn't realize: The second bathroom is outside below the house, the main bedroom upstairs has a window cut out so not completely private, and there was a bit of an odor but nothing a few store-bought plugins didn't fix.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice weekend getaway on river
A frame home is located on beautiful river front lot. Very well maintained and kitchen has what you need for cooking. 15 min from downtown Blue Ridge.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B., Canton GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Toccoa Treat
Loved the location on the river. This is the spot to be for Mountain biking and kayaking. Life on the deck was so refreshing and relaxing with the sound of the river rushing over the rocks. Wi-Fi was great. Hot tub much appreciated for soothing weary bodies after a day of kayaking and biking
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family retreat
This home is a simple home on the beautiful river. The location was excellent. We loved being close to Blue Ridge but far enough to be close to nature. My teens and dog spent most the trip in the river. The fire pit was nice to have s’mores and sit on the river. We also enjoyed lots of the nearby hiking trails.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely a river retreat
A vintage gem in the Aska area. The river views and access are exceptional. Few steps, easy parking and some wonderful updgrades (e.g. appliances, deck steps, nice dishes/glassware). Cozy and nice towels that are plentiful for both the hottub and inside use. The firepit is a bonus to enjoy relaxing by the river. Perfect size for the two of us and having our dog welcome was a pleasure. Our stay was so pleasant we can't wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Amazing Place!
An amazing place all around. No, it is not a super fancy luxury cabin, but we certainly felt luxurious! It was lovely, well-decorated, and nice touches of bathrobes, lots of towels, blanket/pillows and brand name handsoaps. The deck was large and overlooked a wonderful fire pit and the Toccoa River (creek). Hottub was perfect and the scenery makes you never want to leave! Highly recommend! Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Gregory K.

Weekend get away.
Overall scenery and location is prime. The cabin definitely needs updated, and smells musty. Trash was piled up on back deck and in firepit. Would stay again because of location, but owners should consider upgrading some for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay !
It was a great stay ! Beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway weekend retreat
My mother in law was recently dianosed with cancer. It has been a difficult time, but this place is truly magical. It is a hidden gem! My mother in law left newly engergized and I can't thank this place enough. The pictures do not do it justice. It had everything that you would ever need to enjoy a mountain getaway and would definitly recommend for anyone from a solo trip to a group of 6 or 7 max. The sounds of the soque and mountains is very serene. And the peace and quiet you get from this cabin is amazing. The parking could get difficult if you bring too many cars, but there is just enough room for everyone to squeeze in nonetheless. All in all this was more than we could have wished for. I wanted to thank the owners for lending out such a beautiful place that helped bring my family even closer. Thanks again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Damian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect serenity place
Lovely place! Peace and quiet l! Even on new years of eve! Definitely will book again :) great place to get away and be in peace with the sound of the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chynna T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
We had a wonderful time in a beautiful cabin on the river! 100% recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022