Cabin
River's Rest on the Cartecay- Riverfront Cabin
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Reviews
10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Ellijay, GA
- Place, Cartecay River1 min walk
- Place, Amicalola Falls State Park21 min drive
- Place, Blue Ridge Scenic Railway31 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Loft
2 Double Beds
Lower Level
2 Single Bunk Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Loft
Toilet · Jetted bathtub
Lower Level
Toilet · Shower only
Main Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
River's Rest on the Cartecay- Riverfront Cabin
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside or on the porches.
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Ellijay
Located in Ellijay, this cabin is on the waterfront. Tabor House & Civil War Museum and Tater Patch Community Theater are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cartecay Vineyards and Chateau Meichtry. Travelling with kids? Consider Ellijay Marketplace and Gilmer County Fairgrounds. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hunting.

Ellijay, GA
What's nearby
- Cartecay River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Ellijay Marketplace - 13 min drive - 12.9 km
- Amicalola Falls State Park - 21 min drive - 29.2 km
- Blue Ridge Scenic Railway - 31 min drive - 41.9 km
- Blue Ridge Lake - 36 min drive - 44.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 13 min drive
- Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - 19 min drive
- Buffalo Luke’s - 15 min drive
- Starbucks - 16 min drive
- Taco Bell - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
15 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kalyani N.
22 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kalyani N.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
Laura W.
2 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Laura W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynn E.
10 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lynn E.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brittany C.
2 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy



Brittany C.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James
24 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ava W.
19 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ava W.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeanie C.
17 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeanie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris U.
30 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris U.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark G.
2 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Fun
Mark G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Zach B.
8 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay at the Cartecay
Zach B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy P.
23 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay on the river
Amy P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan G.
1 Feb, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely loved this cabin!
Ryan G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Chris R.
3 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay!
Chris R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sara K.
24 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cabin!
Sara K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steven S.
19 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steven S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tabitha H.
4 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and Cozy
Tabitha H.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Frankie B.
17 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place
Frankie B.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mark C.
30 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
Mark C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Frankie B.
20 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just a lovely place
Frankie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karis R.
15 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Karis R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eric G.
18 Jan, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Years North Georgia
Eric G.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
david g.
8 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway. Very nice house has everything you need. Plenty to do close by if you love the outdoo
david g.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Victoria B.
19 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Victoria B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Frankie B.
27 Feb, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another awesome stay
Frankie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
About the host
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