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River | Island | HotTub | EV | Firepit | Games

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Gather outside and enjoy the backyard and river from the hot tub and porch hammocks.
Put a chair in the shallow water and relax in the River!
Sit on the screened in porch and listen to the sounds of the river!
Relax in the open living room in front of the gas log fireplace while watching a movie!
Nights at the cabin don't get better than this!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor grill

Explore the area

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Ellijay, GA
  • Place, Cartecay River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Amicalola Falls State Park
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft Bedroom

2 Twin Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

River | Island | HotTub | EV | Firepit | Games

Welcome to Your Private Island Retreat on the Cartecay River

Step into serenity at Cartecay Island Cabin, where the river flows just steps from your door—and your very own island awaits. Whether you're soaking in the hot tub, exploring the private island, or relaxing on the screened porch, your peaceful mountain escape begins the moment you arrive.

Inside, you’ll find everything you need for comfort and connection—from a fully equipped kitchen with granite countertops and a stocked coffee bar, to cozy living spaces with flat-screen TVs, a gas log fireplace, and a full-house music system that plays inside and out.

Looking for fun? Head upstairs to the loft game zone with giant bean bags, a pool/foosball table, puzzles, and retro gaming—perfect for kids or the kid-at-heart.

Outdoors, the options are endless:
• Lounge on the screened porch with a drink from the mini-fridge
• Swing gently in the hammock chairs under the deck
• Soak in the hot tub with river sounds in the background
• Cross the bridge to your private island and sit by the river
• Roast s’mores around the fire pit (wood not provided)
• Plug in your EV with the on-site charger
• Or simply listen to the river as you unwind in a rocking chair

Cabin Layout

Main Level:
• King Master Suite w/ soaking tub, walk-in shower, 50” TV, deck access
• Queen Bedroom w/ 42” TV
• Full bathroom with shower/tub combo
• Fully stocked kitchen + bar-height desk w/ USB charging
• Coffee Bar with Nespresso, K-Cup, drip coffee maker
• Living Room with 52” TV + gas fireplace

Loft (Bedroom 3 + Game Area):
• Twin + trundle (2 twins or combine for king)
• Pool/Foosball combo table
• 42” TV, puzzles, games, retro electronic game table
• 2 giant bean bag chairs + table

Amenities
• 2-level deck – upper screened, lower with hot tub & swings
• Hot Tub
• Fire pit
• Fast Wi-Fi
• Full-house music system (Bluetooth)
• EV Charger
• Rocking chair porch
• Washer & Dryer

Location Perks
You’re tucked away in nature, but close to everything:
• 1 mile to tubing
• 3.5 miles to orchards
• 5 miles to local vineyards
• 8 miles to downtown Ellijay
• 20 miles to Blue Ridge

- Quiet time is 10pm - 8am
- 7 person maximum
- All guests must be 25+ (with the exception of children with their parents).
- 2-3 vehicle maximum
- Pets are not allowed. You will be charged a $500 penalty fee if you bring a pet.
- The hot tub is for guests 25 and over only. Alcohol and glass is not allowed near the hot tub. You are not allowed to use the hot tub if you have consumed alcohol or you are pregnant. Use the hot tub AT YOUR OWN RISK!
- No refunds for weather/natural disasters/power outages/other things that are beyond our control.

Ellijay is a great choice to escape the hustle-bustle of your busy life. Not only is the setting beautiful, but the location is just as good - you are tucked away, yet close to everything!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Cabin is not child-proof.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Must be 25 to rent, must sign rental agreement. Must submit a valid government ID.
$300 security deposit will be held 2 days prior to your stay and released 2 days after your departure pending no missing items or damage.
No parties, no pets, no smoking or vaping of any kind.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Ellijay

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Amicalola Falls State Park and Chattahoochee National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ellijay Marketplace and Gilmer County Fairgrounds. Traveling with kids? Consider Burt's Pumpkin Farm and Upper River Adventures. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Cartecay River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ellijay Marketplace - 14 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Amicalola Falls State Park - 21 min drive - 31.9 km
  • Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 33 min drive - 47.4 km
  • Blue Ridge Lake - 36 min drive - 42.3 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arby's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ott Vineyards And Winery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Falls - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's / Red Burrito - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is River | Island | HotTub | EV | Firepit | Games pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at River | Island | HotTub | EV | Firepit | Games?

As of Apr 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River | Island | HotTub | EV | Firepit | Games on Jul 20, 2026 start from $369, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River | Island | HotTub | EV | Firepit | Games?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River | Island | HotTub | EV | Firepit | Games?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is River | Island | HotTub | EV | Firepit | Games located?

This family-friendly Ellijay cabin is located on the waterfront, just steps from Chattahoochee National Forest and Cartecay River. Rich Mountain Wilderness and Cartecay Vineyards are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was everything shown and more. We had the BEST time! We loved being right on the river. It was such a relaxing trip. Heather was a great host and was available to answer any questions we had.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Parker L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin! We floated he Cartacay one day and the Toccoa the next. Kitchen was well equipped, and the Island added so much to the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon F.

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

Long weekend getaway

Peaceful and secluded cabin in Ellijay. Very nicely decorated and clean. Easy access to the river. The hot tub was a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie M.

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

Beautiful place

Extremely clean place, it was exactly as shown in the photos, centrally located and a quick drive to everything. Beautiful inside and was a very relaxing place to stay . The bridge and private island was very nice. It was very comfy and perfect! Highly recommend 💯
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Drew W.

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

We had a great time, the place was great.

This property meet all of our expectations. Easy to get into the house with the keypad. Detailed binder made check in and check out convenient with lots of extra information.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie H.

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

Perfect

Heather thought of everything. From the kitchen to the bathrooms. Quiet a secluded. Everything in the house was top notch
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

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

Perfect Mountain Getaway

Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with my family. The stay was so wonderful, we asked to extend our trip an extra night. My husband and I loved sitting on the porch listening to the river. My kids loved the porch swings and the game room! We cooked several meals in the house and had every utensil/appliance/pot/pan you could think of! One of the most well appointed kitchens I have used in a rental. Very convenient to Blue Ridge and Ellijay! Will be coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First and foremost, I highly recommend staying at Deals! Riverfront Island! Heather is the best host! If I could have given her more stars, I definitely would Our trip was cut short due to the extreme winter storm. Heather was in touch with us from the time the warning was issued. She wanted to make sure that we were aware of storm coming. She let us know of the items that she had at the house that may come in handy with any snow and possible power outage. She even let us know that if we were unable to checkout at the time/date we were scheduled, she would work with us until it was safe for us to leave. Unfortunately, we decided to leave early so that we would be able to get back home. If I wasn't worried about getting back home safely, I would have loved to be stuck at this cabin. It was absolutely beautiful. She thought of absolutely everything one might need or want while staying here. My daughter and her friend were able to take a short hike. Since we cut our trip short, we didn't get to anywhere in Elijay. I think that I would have been perfectly fine hanging out at the cabin. There are plenty of activities to do at the cabin and the views are absolutely beautiful. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee H.

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

Amazing home

The home was clean and had all the amenities one would need. The location was quite and relaxing. There are numerous places to relax and enjoy the surroundings. There are plenty of local restaurants in area and plenty of things to do and see as well. From apple picking to state parks with beautiful views, the area has it all. We were fortunate enough to go the Amicalola falls on Monday morning and had the falls to ourselves. Absolutely amazing. We would definitely come back to this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Heather

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Hi! I'm Heather and I'm from Upstate New York! My husband and I travel for work, and we love staying in rental homes and exploring new places. We fell in love with the area after staying here, and knew we wanted a place to call our own. We love the area, the people, and how peaceful it is! We are so excited to share our home with others who can experience it as well.

What makes this property unique

I privately manage this cabin and pride myself on being available to guests. I also provide a detailed Online Guidebook prior to your stay with all the details you'll need to know about the home, as well as a local area resource guide on things to do. I hope that whether you're coming up for a romantic getaway, a girls' trip, or a fun vacation with your family, I can make your experience as fun and memorable as possible!

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