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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
Interior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations

Come enjoy this beautiful, spacious, and cozy - 2 bedroom cottage that sleeps 8 guests max. The cottage overlooks the beautiful Ellijay River, which is perfect for wading in the shallow water or laying out during the warmer months. In the winter, you will love listening to the peaceful river, while enjoying a beverage and staying warm around the outdoor firepit and soaking in your private hot tub. The hot tub is located inside your screened in porch, which also features a propane grill, and a picnic bench to enjoy your meals overlooking the river. The cottage is situated on 7 acres that is shared with our home, which is located next door. It is less that 2 miles to downtown Ellijay, 10-13 miles to downtown Blue Ridge, multiple apple orchards within a few mile radius, many winery & vineyards, as well as many hiking trails / waterfalls that are within a 30 minute drive. Your kids will love the Noah's ark playground & swings that we built which will be sure to keep them busy! Loungers are located on property for you to lay out. Tubing and kayaking are nearby at the Ellijay River Outfitters or the Cartecay River Experience.

Inside "The Cottage", you have 2 bedrooms (both upstairs) which sleeps 6 comfortably. One bedroom features a queen bed and the other bedroom has 2 sets of bunk beds- 4 beds in total. There is a half bathroom upstairs for both bedrooms to use. Downstairs, you enter the front door into the open kitchen, dining room, and living room. Imagine cozying up on the couch in front of the beautiful gas fireplace, with a glass of wine. The dining room has seating for 6 and there is also a full bathroom (with stand up shower) behind the kitchen. Weather you're looking for a romantic getaway, a girls weekend, quality family time, or just pure relaxation - this river front cottage is perfect for you!

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ !
This home is what we call “the river cottage” on this property. “The river retreat” - please see listing link below - is located a few hundred feet away from the house. This is a rental as well, so understand you may have guests there, so if you want to be secluded, this is not the property for you. We planted fern trees to separate the yards, but until they grow larger, there will not be complete privacy. They have their own yard/hot tub/and firepit, so those will not be shared.

Other things to note:
LATE CHECK-OUTS & EARLY CHECK-INS: Check-in time is 4PM and checkout time is 11AM. Door codes do not activate until set check-in time. Early access will not be provided without prior approval. Guests who check-in early or checkout past checkout time will charged the additional fee of $50/hr.
There is a security camera facing the driveway that will be on during your stay. Any pets or extra guest seen on property is subject to a charge.

Property manager

Star 5 Vacations

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private spa tub
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system

General

  • Unit size: 1195 sq ft (111 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
This property accepts cash
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 security system and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

Ellijay River Star5vacations
Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations Cottage
Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations Ellijay
Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations Cottage Ellijay
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About the neighborhood

Map
Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Tabor House & Civil War Museum - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Piedmont Hospital - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Pig Hill of Fame - 6 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mucho Kaliente Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mr P's Take Out Food - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations located?

Located in the heart of Ellijay, this cottage is within 2 mi (3 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest, Tabor House & Civil War Museum, and Ellijay Marketplace. Pig Hill of Fame and Piedmont Hospital are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 73 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Larry C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin
This property is exactly as described. Everything was fantastic! The weather wasn’t very cooperative during our stay, so fishing and fires were a bit tough, but we still had a great relaxing trip. This cottage is close to many things, but is still quiet and secluded.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
VERY PEACFUL AND RELAXING
My wife and 2 boys stayed here for a few days, and really relaxed. The property is very private ( unless the house next door is rented) which was not. The creek is wonderful, my 2 boys splashed and played in the creek for hours. The house was very clean, a little pollen dust outside on all the porches, but thats to be expected this time of year, we have the same where we are in Florida. The cabin has everything you need, fully stocked kitchen, bed linens, comfortable furniture, Wifi, hot tub, HUGE yard for kids to play. The host was very quick to respond after a few quick questions. We would definitely stay here again. Elijay was 2 minutes away with everything you could need.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley S.

Nice
Was nice , didn’t spend too much time here during our stay , but beds were comfy , nice area , neighbor super close though and there’s a chicken farm behind the property that smells pretty strongly . Home wasn’t cleaned very well and every door in the home is not straight , drags and has to slam to shut , very noisy . But beds are comfy .! House is beautiful . Pictures on listing should be updated though
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect with our Grandkids!
Loved this place! Especially the location! The little playground was perfect and the fire pit was delightful. Bring your own wood for the fire pit. Loved the hot tub, too!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natalie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Get Away
We came from FL to enjoy the fall colors here in northern GA. We wanted a cabin that was surrounded by nature but also close to a cute downtown. This little cabin has everything you need for a cozy get away ranging from board games to kitchen supplies. We used the hot tub and fire pit every night! We were not disappointed in our choice and would definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Kimberle H.

Cute cottage
Cute cottage that is comfortable and met all of our needs. The river was beautiful with the fall colors all around. I would definitely go again.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway vacation
We really enjoyed our stay. We love the fact of the river was right in the backyard, and was very peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Taylor M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not for us
After seeing all the wonderful reviews, I was really looking forward to this trip with my family. Unfortunately, the house was very dirty, filled with spiders and cobwebs throughout the house. In the shower, there was still hair shavings on the shelf from previous renters. There were also ants on the countertops and in the cabinets. The location of the cottage was nice, located right by the river with a big open backyard. However, if you are looking for privacy, this is not the place as the main house is about 50ish yards away, sharing the backyard and river access. We had a great time outside but the house was just extremely filthy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Stay
The house was just as pictured, very clean and spacious. The area has a historic town just minutes away where you can walk to the shops and dine. We had trouble finding easily accessable fishing sites but after talking with locals found a couple. We used the grill, fire pit and the hit tub (every night.) The property manager was very quick to respong to my messages duing our stay. Our stay was very relaxing and a much needed break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We would book agian.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhiannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING STAY!
We had an amazing time at this secluded home! So cozy and beautiful. We loved exploring the yard and river. Our daughters absolutely loved the playground. The fireplace and hot tub were so nice to have after a day outside. **only thing we needed- an hdmi cable for the upstairs bedroom!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bryanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Honeymoon Retreat
We rented this cottage for our honeymoon! The cottage was absolutely lovely on the inside. It's warm and inviting and the fireplace stayed lit for most evenings. It was very spacious with the two of us and we had everything that we needed for our week-long stay. The property itself is beautiful, with a small river/stream cutting through the back. While it was too cold to enjoy the outside sections too much, there is a firepit and a hot tub that we were really able to enjoy. The cottage is also super close to downtown Ellijay, which is amazing itself. We had such a great time there and we hope to be back again next year so we can visit is see the full scope of the orchard next year. We both highly recommend this property and stop by The Roof for a beautiful view of the mountains with dinner and the coffeehouse and candy shoppe next to each other at the roundabout. Also, the Back Porch Bistro has amazing apple cake if you can make it there while it's open. We both love the area and cannot wait to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall getaway
Very clean, cozy, good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway!
We really enjoyed our time listening to the river flowing while laying on the hammock in the backyard. Our toddler very much enjoyed playing on the play set in the backyard! We had a great time with friends and will definitely be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Camille email L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect nature escape!
My husband and I brought our 4 kids here for a weekend getaway! We love being in nature and the river cottage was perfect for us. The listing is as described and all was as expected! Miss Mary Jo was fantastic to communicate with. My children made lifelong lasting memories here. The ability to walk into the water (literal stairs into water!) was a game changer for my kids and us. We had an absolute blast. The fire pit, playground, walk in river, smart tv accessibilities, and closeness to nature make the river cottage a perfect family spot for a weekend away! The main house (about 200ft away) rents out also so just know there may be other tenants sharing the river spot with you. It was not an issue for us, the tenants of the main house rental were very nice! All in all, it was a phenomenal weekend for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

v s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice. Big open yard
A few notes: take water shoes. :) Limited kitchen items. Some days the flies and smell from the chicken farm across the river was bad. But not everyday. Our grandchildren loved the zip line! The river was amazing! Close to Ellijay stores.... grocery, Walmart, gas stations and restaurants. Overall a very nice vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

HELEN S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved It!!!!!!!!!!!!
We celebrated my Husband's birthday this past weekend. We fell in love with this adorable cozy cabin by the river. We absolutely enjoyed the remote location and the amenities were outstanding! The location was perfectly located near wineries, shopping and dining. We will definitely return to this cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas Getaway
We enjoyed our little Christmas Getaway in the Mountains. Great location close to everything and the cabin had everything we needed complete with playground and a zip line for my grandson to play on. No issues and cabin was exactly as advertised.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

celia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Cabin
The cabin in very nice. Kitchen works but needs light under microwave over stove fixed. Hard to see to cook. The yard is great for kids, lots of room to play and nice equipment for them to play on. River is an added extra, you hear the current from the back porch. Very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We LOVED our stay here. The cabin was clean & layed out well. The property had everything we needed.
I loved this little cabin/cottage! My husband & I will definitely be back!! The property is large w/a creek up one side & a river running in the back. We made smores in the fire...this Vaca was great & your cabin enhanced our experience. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

allison m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Riverside Getaway
The cabin was very clean and right on the river. It is close to town so you can enjoy everything Ellijay has to offer. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

jitka k.

Liked: Cleanliness
best holidays
we had great time , nice place, great location
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Melissa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We absolutely love staying in this little cottage. It was beautiful and my children and a blast of the zip line and play area along with playing in the river. It’s a great get away from the day to day. We would definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

Liked: Cleanliness
River Cabin
Mary Jo and Jim are the nicest people! Their property was clean and exactly as advertised. My kids enjoyed the zip line so much I was afraid they would wear it out. The Ellijay River is right there. Sitting in your chair in the river, with your beverage of choice was so relaxing. The sounds of nature and the river could put you to sleep. The only thing My wife and I didn’t like was the queen bed. The mattress was super super soft. To the point we felt like we were in a reclining bed.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel P., Trenton, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time!
The cottage is adorable and we had a great time. It was incredibly clean and stocked with everything we needed. We enjoyed sitting on the screened deck and listening to the river and we also enjoyed walking around the property and looking at all the wildflowers. We also enjoyed Blue, the owner’s dog who visited us on occasion! What a sweet old boy! The owners are so sweet and helpful and we will for sure book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we were looking for
Took our 5 and 7 year old boys for a socially distanced vacay for spring break. Wonderful property. Comfy beds, warm fireplace, cool firepit outside, and a beautiful river. The boys loved the sweet dog, Blue. The zip line was super fun! And the wooden play ship. We ate some great meals around town and hope to go back someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021