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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
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Overview of Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations

Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Popular LocationTabor House & Civil War Museum3 min drive
  • Popular LocationEllijay Marketplace4 min drive
  • Popular LocationGilmer County Fairgrounds6 min drive
  • AirportAtlanta, GA (FTY-Fulton County)83 min drive

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About the area

Ellijay

Heart of Ellijay.You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and 2 miles (3 km) of Tabor House & Civil War Museum with a stay here. Ellijay Marketplace and Pig Hill of Fame are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Tabor House & Civil War Museum - 3 min drive
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 4 min drive
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds - 6 min drive
  • Pig Hill of Fame - 6 min drive
  • Cartecay Vineyards - 15 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Cartecay River Brewing Co. - 5 min drive
  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Arlowe's Bakehouse - 6 min drive
  • Papa's Pizza To Go - 7 min drive
  • Dairy Queen - 5 min drive

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 6 adults max, and up to 2 children. 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 “River Retreat” which is located next door, a few hundred feet away. Please see pictures for more detailed location. 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 up to 6 adults and up to 2 children. 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.

There is a security camera facing the driveway that will be on during your stay. Any pets seen on property is subject to a $300 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
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

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

  • Hiking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)

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

  • No pets 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
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. This property accepts cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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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Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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