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Welcome to our cozy riverfront cabin, ideal for 1 or 2 families seeking a relaxing getaway. With stairs leading up to the main level, this retreat features comfortable sleeping arrangements for up to 4 adults with kids and teens in tow. Enjoy quality time with loved ones and unplug from the world.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62085 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Shady River Retreat -- Your Riverside Paradise!

This smoke-free cabin features an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. Other amenities include a hot tub, concierge services and laundry facilities. The cabin has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. A kitchen comes with a fridge and an oven, and guests will also find upscale touches, such as a fireplace and a jetted bath. Housekeeping is available on request.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this cabin offers fireplaces and DVD players. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers with in-room jetted baths.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on request.

An indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 2,085 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Note from host: NO cats, small dogs flea and tick up to date

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Shady River Retreat -- Your Riverside Paradise! Cabin
Shady River Retreat -- Your Riverside Paradise! Ellijay
Shady River Retreat -- Your Riverside Paradise! Cabin Ellijay

About the area

Located in Ellijay, this cabin is on the waterfront. Tabor House & Civil War Museum and Fort Mountain are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Engelheim Vineyards and Ellijay River Vineyards. Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Ellijay Marketplace are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and mountain climbing. Visit our Ellijay travel guide
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Ellijay, GA

What's nearby

  • Riverside Park
    4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Gilmer County Fairgrounds
    9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Piedmont Hospital
    9 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Talona Lake
    9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Cartecay River
    11 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    17 min drive
  • Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings
    18 min drive
  • Cartecay River Brewing Co.
    16 min drive
  • Buffalo Luke’s
    18 min drive
  • Starbucks
    18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Shady River Retreat -- Your Riverside Paradise! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Shady River Retreat -- Your Riverside Paradise! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Shady River Retreat -- Your Riverside Paradise!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Shady River Retreat -- Your Riverside Paradise!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shady River Retreat -- Your Riverside Paradise!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Shady River Retreat -- Your Riverside Paradise! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Riverside Park and within 9 miles (15 km) of Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Cartecay River. Gilmer County Library and Tabor House & Civil War Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Shady River Retreat -- Your Riverside Paradise! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 199 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 199 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 199 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 199 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 199 reviews

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is beautiful, the beds are comfy. The road getting there is a little scary, but once you are there, the sound of the water is so worth it! We had a great time! Would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
The fireplace obviously has a draw problem and got smoked out! It was eye burning kinda Smokey. Loved to the location. There was trash all around the two trashcans when we arrived and I have pics if you’d like to see.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Great property!

This was a great rental. Everything was as described, house was very clean and the beds were very comfortable. Loved the location to the river and lots to do on property. Will plan to come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizsa A M.

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

Peaceful escape

We enjoyed ourselves so much with the peacefulness of the river from our front porch and listening to nature. A wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ana A.

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

One of the best cabins for a family

We loved to be there because it was so peaceful and enjoyable. The view was amazing and my pets loved it. Very clean and spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice W.

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

Holiday getaway

Rented a mountain cabin for our Christmas celebration. Wonderful river front location. Able to hike right out the door. Downtown Ellijay and golfing not too far away. Hostess was wonderful and great communication during our stay. Comfortable beds. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Will H.

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

We enjoyed our stay

We highly recommend this cabin and the location for everyone who loves nature and fresh air. The cabin is very clean and everything you need is there. Just bring enough food(the fridge is big enough).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

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

Perfect Getaway

The location right in front of the Coosawattee River was absolutely perfect. The rental was clean, comfortable, and provided everything we needed for a relaxing stay. When we noticed the living room lights were out, Jennifer was incredibly helpful and kind, and quick to respond, resolving the issue promptly. We enjoyed our stay tremendously and will definitely be coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiera W.

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

Christmas stay

The most PERFECT get away! Beautiful house with plenty of room for everyone. Enjoyed reading every morning on the screened in porch while listening to the river. Great firepit set up near the water and having a hot tub was definitely an added treat! Our pup enjoyed going on daily walks, beautiful community.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria M.

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

Amazing!

We had an amazing stay at this sweet little cabin! It held our family of five with ease and provided the perfect amount of coziness. We relaxed, played board games, watched movies, enjoyed a fire, and snuggled a lot. Thank you for sharing your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert v.

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

A really nice place to stay.

This was our second time staying and it was just as good as we remember it. The place is spotless and check in/out etc was well documented and easy to follow. If its possible there were even more deer and geese than the last time. Hot tub was beautiful. Too hot for the fire in the fire pit but we sat around it right next to the river every eve. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gina D.

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

A little piece of heaven

This was a perfect spot for the week. We spent lot of time down by the river enjoying the view and watching the deer. The house had more than enough room and had everything we needed. The beds were very comfortable! There are great amenities available for the stay. We enjoyed the hot tub after floating around in the river and spent one afternoon at the community pool. We visited the downtown area several times which was super cute. This has definitely been one of my favorite VRBO stays and will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine S.

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

Peaceful Getaway

The property was perfect for a weekend getaway. We all enjoyed the river being so close and accessible. The back porch has a perfect river view and it is comfortable for sitting, eating, playing games, and listening to the river. There was a perfect spot entering the river to sit and play in very shallow water. It was too cold for us to float but plenty of floaters going by. The beds are super soft and comfy (if you like soft beds). The main level shower has great pressure and the hot tub is a the best place for a nice soak. Will definitely book again and bring the grandkids with us. We did enjoy Ellijay, Helen, and Amicalola Falls as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tina h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!’
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Summer G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home on the river! Enjoyed every minute!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really enjoyed being able to see and hear the river from the front porch and the hot tub. Really enjoyed ourselves and would be willing to go again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful! Perfect location to the river!!! The beds are so comfortable, the couches are great, all the outdoor furniture is great! Love the fire pit right beside the lake. The hosts are very responsive! The toilet paper even was shaped into a flower! We will be back!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was wonderful. The only drawback that I have is that the loft bathroom had no curtain on the window and I was very uncomfortable bathing in there since I could see the cabin next door.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
FANTASTIC! Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was so peaceful! It is inside a subdivision but is out in the country at the same time. We saw almost 200 deer on our way out of the subdivision one morning going into town, which was incredible. We enjoyed the firepit by the river, too. The house was very pet-friendly and comfortable for all of us. We’d definitely stay again! The only downside was our GPS didn’t recognize the address so we had to identify the property by the photo.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful, quiet, and clean home next to the river. Enjoyed sitting next to the river, the screened in porch, and hot tub. Highly recommend that you bring water shoes if you want to get in the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was wonderful. It was decorated with bears and fish. Three good sized bedrooms. The kitchen was well equipped with silverware, big coffee cups, 2 coffee makers, frying pans, study cooking pots, and great spatulas. There was dish soap, hand soap, and paper towels. The bathrooms are well stocked with soap, shampoo, and toilet paper. The tv had great streaming channels. We loved eating on the porch overlooking the Coosawattee River.
Coosawattee River
River Road
River Road
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy K.

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

Amazing location!!!

Such a special place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne R.

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

River retreat

Fantastic trip. My favorite family vacation we have had. Accommodations were perfect and owners thoughtful and kind.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023