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On the Chattahoochee River-Walk to Downtown Alpine Helen
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102300 sq ft
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Helen, GA
- Place, Unicoi Hill Park7 min walk
- Place, Helen Arts & Heritage Center10 min walk
- Place, Helen Festhalle13 min walk
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1 downstairs
1 King Bed
Bedroom 1 upstairs
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2 downstairs
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2 upstairs
1 Double Bed and 1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Downstairs Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Upstairs Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
On the Chattahoochee River-Walk to Downtown Alpine Helen
Located right on the historic Chattahoochee River, just three blocks from downtown Helen, this newly remodeled property offers lots of outdoor lounging areas. The Retreat in just a few blocks from downtown Helen, but away from the congestion. Featuring an open floor plan, high ceilings and a large deck overlooking the river, it's a perfect place for a large family gathering or a get away for three or four couples. Right next door we also have the two bedroom Helen Riverside Cabin, VRBO property #267883. If you have a really big family group, rent both and be side by side! There is a covered, screened sitting area, fire pit, horseshoe pitch, eight person outdoor dining table and more. There is a handicap ramp and the downstairs bathroom is handicapped equipped. The kitchen is fully equipped, there is a TV in each bedroom and a 50" flat screen TV in the living room. The maximum number of guests is eight adults. There is an extra full size bed, suitable for two additional children. The parking area is limited to a maximum of five cars. No pets. No smoking or vaping inside the house. For the security of the property and safety of our guests, there are security cameras outside the house, but there are absolutely no cameras inside. To avoid additional charges, please be accurate with the number of guests in your party when making your reservation. After your final payment and two days prior to your arrival, we will send a welcome email with everything you need for check in.
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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
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 and a security system
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Helen
Located in Helen, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the waterfront. Alpine Mini Golf and Sautee Nacoochee Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Unicoi State Park and Chattahoochee River. Helen Arts & Heritage Center and Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Helen, GA
What's nearby
- Unicoi Hill Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
- Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Unicoi State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Helen Festhalle - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Helen Festhalle - 14 min walk
- Hofbrauhaus Restaurant - 5 min walk
- Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern - 19 min walk
- Two Tire Tavern - 7 min walk
- Cowboys & Angels - 11 min walk
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Reviews
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
8 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy W.
24 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amy W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leah S.
7 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Leah S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nadia B.
21 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nadia B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Matthew T.
1 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matthew T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Glynnis G.
29 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Creekside Cabin
Glynnis G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kevin W.
12 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
Kevin W.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Adam C.
15 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adam C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Edward K.
29 Nov, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Edward K.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chris V.
29 Sept, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris V.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Timothy B.
10 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Timothy B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
kimberly k.
3 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
kimberly k.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hellen M.
20 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! Right next to the river. Loved it. No complaints!
Hellen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
judy p.
27 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
judy p.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
2 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael G.
2 Jan, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Stay!
Michael G.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jamie I.
30 May, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Place to Stay!!!!!
Jamie I.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
mike m.
13 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family time
mike m.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary W.
11 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yearly family vacation
Mary W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sheri W.
17 Sept, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay!
Sheri W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
TAMMY N.
30 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay Family
TAMMY N.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Diana B.
22 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Oktoberfest Weekend
Diana B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paula P.
9 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would Highly Recommend
Paula P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa P.
10 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Lisa P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kellie S.
18 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place to stay!
Kellie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
About the host
Hosted by David Greear
We live only a few blocks from the property and can typically be there within a few minutes, if there are any problems.
What makes this property unique
Riverside Retreat is located super close to downtown, but away from the noise and congestion. Park your car, walk into town and save the hassle and expense of parking downtown.
Languages:
English
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