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Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town

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A covered deck with outdoor furniture, large windows, and an American flag. - Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town (Helen)
A spacious living room with a large sectional sofa, a fireplace, and a TV mounted on the wall. - Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town (Helen)
Living room from upstairs hallway - Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town (Helen)
An outdoor seating area with a pergola, tables, and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a gravel path. - Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town (Helen)
A covered porch with a built-in bench, large windows, and a view of a wooded area. - Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town (Helen)
Take advantage of a water park, a firepit, and a garden at Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town

  • Viking Luxury Rentals invites you to experience one of the most unique riverfront homes in Helen, Georgia, featuring a private hot tub and covered pergola overlooking the beautiful Chattahoochee River.



    Located directly on the river and just a short walk from downtown Helen, this spacious, multi-level luxury vacation rental offers five bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and accommodations for up to 10 guests. It's the perfect setting for family vacations, group getaways, reunions, and special celebrations in the North Georgia mountains.



    Step outside and experience what makes Viking River Retreat truly special. Enjoy a private hot tub, covered pergola overlooking the river, and an expansive covered outdoor entertainment area complete with string lights, a fireplace, fire pit, bar, grill, games, and direct river access.



    Inside, the dramatic two-story vaulted living space features large windows overlooking the river, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere. The main level offers a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living room with fireplace, and pool table, making it easy for everyone to gather, relax, and enjoy time together.



    Each of the five bedrooms features a comfortable king bed, vanity mirror, and large smart TV for added comfort and convenience.



    On the front of the house, the screened-in porch provides a peaceful spot to enjoy your morning coffee, read a book, or simply unwind.



    Beneath the home, the impressive covered outdoor entertainment area offers ring toss, cornhole, an extra refrigerator, bar setup, grill, and a large fireplace, all situated along the river beneath warm string lights. Whether you're enjoying a family cookout, gathering around the fire, or relaxing by the water, this space is designed for memorable moments.



    After a day exploring Helen's charming Bavarian-style downtown, nearby wineries, hiking trails, and mountain attractions, return to your private riverfront retreat. Soak in the hot tub, gather around the outdoor fireplace, or simply relax and listen to the peaceful sounds of the Chattahoochee River.



    Perfect for:



    Family vacations and reunions



    Group getaways with friends



    Special occasions and celebrations



    Guests seeking a luxury riverfront vacation rental



    Walkable getaways near downtown Helen



    Relaxing mountain escapes with a private hot tub



    Viking River Retreat offers the perfect combination of space, comfort, entertainment, and location. Whether you're spending your days exploring North Georgia or enjoying everything the property has to offer, you'll find plenty of room to make unforgettable memories together.



    Please Note:



    Viking River Retreat accommodates a maximum of 10 guests. Three locked storage closets are reserved for owner and housekeeping use.



    Our property is designed to provide a clean, comfortable environment. We do not allow pets, with the exception of legally recognized service animals.



    Like hotels, we require a valid credit card for a refundable security/damage hold during your stay.



    Cancellation Policy & Travel Insurance



    All reservations are final and nonrefundable. We do not offer refunds or discounts for cancellations, changes in travel plans, weather, or other unforeseen circumstances, except where required by applicable law or booking platform policies.



    We strongly recommend purchasing “Cancel For Any Reason” travel insurance for added peace of mind. We're happy to assist with documentation for insurance claims if needed.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

Must sign rental agreement upon booking
A $500 security hold will be placed 2 days prior to arrival and released 7 days after departure, if no damages are reported
Must follow all house rules including but not limited to no pets, no smoking and no parties.

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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Helen, this vacation home is in the city center and on the waterfront. Nora Mill Granary and Hardman Farm Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Unicoi State Park and Chattahoochee River. Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding. Visit our Helen travel guide
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Helen, GA

What's nearby

  • A park with playground equipment, picnic tables, and large trees.
    Unicoi Hill Park
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A sign for the Helen Arts & Heritage Center, gift shop, and history museum.
    Helen Arts & Heritage Center
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A forest stream with rocks and trees.
    Unicoi State Park
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A building with a sign for Oktoberfest events and a mural on the side.
    Helen Festhalle
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A wooden building with a red roof and green shutters, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
    Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau
    2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Campfire Gather Round
    3 min drive
  • Hofbrauhaus Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern
    3 min drive
  • La Cabaña Mexican Restaurant
    3 min drive
  • Hansel & Gretel Candy Kitchen
    10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town located?

Located in the heart of Helen, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Chattahoochee River and Helen Festhalle. Unicoi Hill Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Luxury Riverfront Retreat | Hot Tub | Walk to Town Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this house, clean, love the firplace and big couch, fun entertainment space down below, (firepit, hammock, corn hole etc), so many great details. Perfect location and has everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Place

Loved the house. Had everything we were looking for. The Owners were super friendly and the accommodations were a 5 star.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Get away in the mountains

Perfect location and layout for what we were wanting to do in Helen. Look forward to our next stay. Thanks for the wonderful hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

amazing house amazing location

Really loved the house, lots of space. Firepit on the river was a great bonus. Owner of house was great, great communication. Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect retreat for family

We enjoyed our stay so much. The hosts took the time and decorated the house for Christmas, as our stay was over the holiday. It was so sweet and thoughtful. The back yard on the river is truly the best part of the house. But the short walk to town, the layout of the property, the thoughtfulness of amenities and the checkin process was all wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Helenback

What a treat! Perfect weekend getaway in a beautiful, river front home with everything this group needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful all around

The house was beautiful! We stayed outside most of the time! Clean and wonderful! It would have been a great bonus to have a tv outside! We will definitely be back!!! The view of the river and probably our favorite part was the fire pit area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent New Years Eve stay

Our group of 8 (fam of 4 and 2 friend couples) celebrated family and friendship of 20 years for 3 nights over NYE. The home was exactly what we were hoping for - spacious yet lots of nooks for privacy, wonderful kitchen (cooking=love to us) and amazing outdoor spaces for drinks around the fire next to the river, on the deck or in a hammock. We were within walking distance of main area of Helen yet separated by the river so we weren’t in the bustle of the NYE crowds. Noise levels at night are important as we have a variety of sleep habits in our crew, and we all very happy with the neighborhood as well as sound damping within the home. This was one of our favorite NYE events to date. Great location, wonderful home and perfect hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property better host

The pictures do not show how nice large and comfortable this property is. Is perfect for a group of friends or a couple of families. The property has an abundance of amenities and there was plenty to do. From being lazy in a large comfortable adirondack chairs around the oversized fire pit to tossing cornhole or shooting the Chattahoochee, this property has it all. The kitchen is more than large enough for large group and they living area is comfortable for many adults. The master bedroom is spacious and large with plenty of spaces for All that you may bring. The master bath is extremely large to include a bonus steam shower / sauna. Exterior deck overlooking the Chattahoochee River is absolutely beautiful large spacious and there's plenty of seating for everyone. Below the main level deck on the ground level is a large area to entertain while enjoying the backyard and the Chattahoochee River. The property is a 10 minute walk to downtown Helen or should the river allow it as it did this time It's 3 minutes if you cross the river. The communication with our host Danielle was efficient and easy. She made it easy to get into the property and also helped with a few special surprises. I could go on but all's I can say is she made it a very memorable weekend.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was exactly as described in the listing. Within walking distance of everything, right on the river, clean, comfortable, and fully stocked with all the essentials. The host was friendly and gave great recommendations for local restaurants and activities. My family and i thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will stay at this beautiful property again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outdoor fire pit is amazing right next to the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was one of the best stays we have ever experienced. The home was pristine and located in the perfect area. Walking distance to the main strip. River was peaceful and beautiful. Will definitely plan to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

We loved this house and Danielle and Erick were great to work with!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation

We loved the property and the location was perfect. This property gets 5 Stars for sure. Just a heads up to the owners, when we placed the garbage out on the curb on Sunday night, the raccoons got into the garbage cans in the middle of the night. One of our kids cleaned up the mess before we left, but that was interesting, lol. We look for towns/places like this to spend part of our vacation at each year. Last year we were in Gatlinburg, for example. Helen is quite the place for vacationing. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025