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On the Chattahoochee River-Walk to Downtown Alpine Helen

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Interior
Property grounds
Perched on the historic Chattahoochee River, The Retreat offers a serene escape from downtown Helen's bustle. Enjoy outdoor lounging areas, a covered screened sitting space, and an eight-person dining table under the stars. With high ceilings and river views from the large deck, this retreat is perfect for family gatherings or getaways with friends.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

No pets. No smoking, no vaping inside the house. Guests are responsible for any damage beyond normal wear tear.
After final payment and two days prior to your arrival, we will send a welcome email with everything you need for check in.
Complete check in information will be sent to you two days prior to your arrival date.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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 fire extinguisher and a security system
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

Property is also known as

On the Chattahoochee River-Walk to Downtown Alpine Helen Helen

About the neighborhood

Located in Helen, this vacation home is in the city center 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Mt. Yonah Book Exchange. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Helen, GA

What's nearby

  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 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
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant & Pub - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Troll Tavern - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is On the Chattahoochee River-Walk to Downtown Alpine Helen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at On the Chattahoochee River-Walk to Downtown Alpine Helen?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at On the Chattahoochee River-Walk to Downtown Alpine Helen?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On the Chattahoochee River-Walk to Downtown Alpine Helen?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is On the Chattahoochee River-Walk to Downtown Alpine Helen located?

This family-friendly Helen vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Chattahoochee River, Unicoi Hill Park, and Helen Arts & Heritage Center. Unicoi State Park and Helen Festhalle are also within 15 minutes.

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