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Discount July 24-27! Luxury River House, hot tub, kayaks, fire pit, dogs OK

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Dining
Property grounds
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9153 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Discount July 24-27! Luxury River House, hot tub, kayaks, fire pit, dogs OK

You'll think you've died and gone to heaven! This luxury cabin known as 'White Rapids Retreat' is located on the Buck Shoals gorgeous wide stretch of the Chattahoochee River near Helen, and is anything but ordinary. Relax and sleep to the sounds of the rushing river rapids just 50 feet from the cabin and enjoy the panoramic open views of the river while soaking in the hot tub. Complimentary Kayaks are included so you can enjoy some river adventure!
This unique section of the river directly behind the cabin is your own private water amusement park: enjoy swimming, sunning and relaxing on the sandbar in the middle of the river, tubing / kayaking / rafting from behind the cabin, playing on the natural rock waterslides, and exploring the rock shoals of the river. The fishing is excellent behind the cabin for shoal bass, striped bass, catfish, and bream.
The kids will love exploring & playing on the property, like we used to do when we were kids(no phones or video games needed). Your stress will melt away as you catnap on the riverside screened porch. The screened porch overlooks the river and has satellite TV so Dad won't miss any of the football game. Flat Screen HD TV's with Directv receivers have Smart TV Roku built-in so you can log into your Netflix account and enjoys movies and wine by the living room stacked stone fireplace. Any gourmet chef would be delighted by the beautiful kitchen, gas grill outdoor kitchen unit on the deck, and charcoal grill down by the river.
The picnic table next to the river makes the perfect place for a Sunday afternoon cookout. Your kids will never forget the family nights spent around the riverside flagstone fire pit with Adirondack chairs telling ghost stories, catching fireflies, and roasting marshmallows. Drink a cherry Coke on the front porch swing and you'll feel like your back in Mayberry.
Nature lovers should keep an eye out for the wild deer and Canadian geese in the backyard while sipping your morning coffee. This property is very private and secluded on 5 acres of wooded property, and the opposite side of the river is part of a state park. Enjoy nature walks through the woods on the property, and walk up the creek on our property to a waterfall.
The interior of the cabin is beautifully decorated with rustic log furniture and antique motif. Whatever your age or interests, there is something for everyone at this extraordinary river cabin retreat.
Guests consistently remark that they have never seen a more breathtaking river view property as this one!!! This is the ultimate river cabin vacation experience!!! Pets are allowed at the rate of $20/night per pet and must be disclosed at the time of booking
If you have a large group and need extra bedrooms and beds, we own a sister property immediately next door, that is also on the river and also has a creek & waterfall behind it. Just goto the Stonewalls Retreat page by searching for VRBO property #2436376.
Keywords: cabin river Helen Georgia Chattahoochee

Property manager

Rob Limehouse

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Rafting nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1649 sq ft (153 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
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
Demorest, GA

What's nearby

  • Piedmont College - 15 min drive
  • Yonah Mountain Vineyards - 19 min drive
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 26 min drive
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 27 min drive
  • Helen Festhalle - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Toccoa Station - 30 min drive
  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 84 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cottage House Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Discount July 24-27! Luxury River House, hot tub, kayaks, fire pit, dogs OK pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Discount July 24-27! Luxury River House, hot tub, kayaks, fire pit, dogs OK?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Discount July 24-27! Luxury River House, hot tub, kayaks, fire pit, dogs OK?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Discount July 24-27! Luxury River House, hot tub, kayaks, fire pit, dogs OK located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is steps from Chattahoochee River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Piedmont College and Clarkesville Lanes. CeNita Vineyards & Winery and Big Red Apple Monument are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Discount July 24-27! Luxury River House, hot tub, kayaks, fire pit, dogs OK Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 310 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 310 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 310 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 310 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 310 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin B., Lilburn, GA

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hailey A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cabin
It is a great cabin right on the river with beautiful outdoor spaces. The host was responsive and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JT W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great river view
Great view of the Chattahoochee River. Beautiful cabin close enough to town to get things you need but secluded enough to feel a million miles away
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mirna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tanya R.

Liked: Cleanliness
End of Summer Vacation
My family of 4 and our 2 dogs had a wonderful time. We enjoyed fishing, swimming, and going into town. The house is beautiful and accommodating, but we spent the majority of the time outdoors and on the screen porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

cindy j.

needs updating
We were first here in early 2023 and that visit was great. But our return visit this year was far from spectacular. First the ice maker wasn't working and on such 85 degree days it was much needed. The owner responded quickly and sent the cleaner over to fix,6 hrs later it still didn't work so the owner said go to a gas station miles away and buy a bag of ice.This was an inconvenience since we just came back from the supermarket. Next, we decided to do a load of laundry and discovered the washer didn't drain, leaving all our items soaking wet, we had to wring them out in the sink before putting in dryer. We wiped the floor in the kitchen and the paper towel came up filthy and black. The screen in the br was hanging off, the decking material was old and weathered and the hot tub was dirty. All in all the visit was ok. we understand its a mountain cabin and some of this is expected. The screened in porch is great and the proximity to river can't be beat. beware, the driveway is very steep and narrow.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene & off the beaten path
Home is as advertised! Complete serenity is here. Only natural sounds can be heard; just secadas & the Chattahoochee River located at the foot of the property. So appreciative of being able to bring my dog. Clean & pest free home in the middle of the woods. We strolled the property, enjoyed river views & relaxed in the hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful Retreat at the "White Rapids Retreat"
We took my 90 year old mother-in-law on vacation to NE GA. I selected this property due to its location and being located on the bank of the Chattahoochee River. The "White Rapids Retreat" was a true serendipity. We couldn't get over how a delightful place this was. My husband and I usually camp in NE GA in our small 22 ft motorhome. This is the first time in many years that we have stayed somewhere other than a campground. What a delight this place is. The house is spectacular. The wood interior and the old-fashioned decorations were amazing. The master bedroom and the upstairs bedroom were very nice and comfortable. We liked being able to walk out on our own deck from our second-floor bedroom. My mother-in-law was in awe of her room, the master bedroom. We enjoyed sitting on the deck drinking our coffee each morning and looking out at the beautiful Chattahoochee River. The chairs next to the river were nice; and we used them daily in the afternoon after we returned from our daytrips. We met the owner Rob one afternoon, and he was very nice. I have nothing negative to say about the "White Rapids Retreat" as we loved it. we would love to go again. Thank you Rob.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
We chose the location for a girls trip. The views of the water were exceptional. We wish there was easier water access, like a couple of steps in and out of the water but we managed just fine. The kitchen was stocked and worked well for all our meals. And we loved the proximity of Helen. A couple of things could have been better but all in all we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular
With everything there is to do at this home you really never have to leave to do anything else. The home was spotless, the beds were comfortable, and the property is where the spectacular comes in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wook J.

Liked: Cleanliness
River side play
Ty
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice river retreat
Overall this cabin was a great place to stay for a week. Beautiful water front and great swimming hole. Plenty of space and amenities. There were tubes already aired up to be used and kayaks were available.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Anniversary trip
Beautiful spot on the river, already booked it for next year! The house is very nice, no issues with cleaning; kitchen is well supplied and had all we needed. Great views of the river from all rooms, setting is amazing!! There were tubes available for playing in the river, but watch out for those slippery rocks! Some negatives but nothing to lower the rating of this place and owner - bring a bag of ice as Samsung fridges are notoriously slow ice producers. Towels were on the thin side, 1 star quality in a 4 star setting BUT understandable if there is a problem of them being taken outside. Screen porch is great, but has biggish spiderwebs in corners. Outside deck areas are really nice but understandably have tree debris- would be nice to have an outside broom/blower for guest to use. Hot tub setting is PERFECT for watching river activity but needs some TLC - has some wear and tear and hadn’t been cleaned from prior users, some jets not working. Under deck storage area a bit of a mess, tubes sitting full of rain water (mosquito breeding area!) maybe a rack to keep them organized and off the ground?
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selena L.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 Day Get Away
Property accurately described. Perfect for family to unwind. The river is beautiful and is the highlight of the cabin area. Would definitely stay again and recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, Private River House
My husband and I enjoyed a getaway at this property. The property had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. It was exceptionally clean and had indoor/outdoor games and outdoor activities (fire pit, floats, hot tub, horseshoes, etc.) for us to enjoy during our stay. The home and property felt very private and made for an enjoyable visit. we look forward to making a return trip in the future. This property was perfect for a couple, or a family to enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fay O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short family vacation
This property was an excellent place for us. Everything was so well stocked and taken care of.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fonda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Total Serenity
The view is AMAZING. Private, off the beaten path but close to anything you’ll need. The cabin was furnished with everything you’ll need for your stay plus fun activities. The River was an adventure and you can walk up, down and across ( just mind your footing). Helen and Cornelia were short easy drives. One for tourism the other for necessities. The beds are comfortable. The cabin was spacious. The Cherry on top was the screened in porch which is where we spent most of our “inside” time watching tv which was minimal. Chairs riverside is where we were mostly when not in the river itself! The fireflies showed up nightly for a light show. Too many great things to say. Summary: PERFECTION ON THE CHATAHOOCHI
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Favorite
This is our 3rd visit. It is a family favorite. The property and river are so relaxing and amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mykhailo N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place
Love this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Wedding
We had a perfect quiet weekend in between a wedding in Cleveland. My family and I enjoyed every minute of our time along the banks of the river. The house was very well equipped and was very nostalgic. Good memories were made and many were remembered. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miguel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
If you want to get away.....
This is your place. Location right by the river was incredible. Home was incredible. Had everything we needed. Owner was VERY responsive to questions. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Get-Away
The only negative I have is that I wasn't able to stay longer. The cabin has everything you need. A primary on the main and another primary upstairs along with bunkbeds for 3. The cabin was spotless and stocked with anything you'd need to make amazing meals. The river is huge and kept the kids entertained all day long, hopping rocks, fishing, exploring and then chilling in the hot tub. The property is gorgeous, a huge firepit right next to the water, a hammock on one side and some hidden chairs on the other. It even has a little waterfall. My two dogs were in heaven. I can't wait to go back, it was truly perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
Wonderful stay and great host. House had so many extra nice touches, will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer C.

50th Birthday
Beautiful place and view of the river. Well equipped was disappointed in the area under the porch. Was a total mess. Needs to have fans and out of reach areas dusted better. Recommend a floor lamp in dining area to see better when eating/playing cards. I would definitely consider coming back in the summer months to enjoy the river more thank u
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tara J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Weekend Getaway
Property was clean and in good condition when we arrived. Everything was as pictured in the listing. Loved having the sound of the river throughout our stay. Bed was super comfortable and the view of the river when waking up was very nice. We used the hot tub and grill and everything was great. Would suggest more comfortable porch furniture but we added pillows and enjoyed board games and reading during the day which was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024