Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations

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4.8 / 5.0
Outstanding(74 Ratings)

Cottage in Ellijay, GA

8 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this cottage rental

Come enjoy this beautiful, spacious, and cozy - 2 bedroom cottage that sleeps 8 guests max. The cottage overlooks the beautiful Ellijay River, which is perfect for wading in the shallow water or laying out during the warmer months. In the winter, you will love listening to the peaceful river, while enjoying a beverage and staying warm around the outdoor firepit and soaking in your private hot tub. The hot tub is located inside your screened in porch, which also features a propane grill, and a picnic bench to enjoy your meals overlooking the river. The cottage is situated on 7 acres that is shared with our home, which is located next door. It is less that 2 miles to downtown Ellijay, 10-13 miles to downtown Blue Ridge, multiple apple orchards within a few mile radius, many winery & vineyards, as well as many hiking trails / waterfalls that are within a 30 minute drive. Your kids will love the Noah's ark playground & swings that we built which will be sure to keep them busy! Loungers are located on property for you to lay out. Tubing and kayaking are nearby at the Ellijay River Outfitters or the Cartecay River Experience.

Inside "The Cottage", you have 2 bedrooms (both upstairs) which sleeps 6 comfortably. One bedroom features a queen bed and the other bedroom has 2 sets of bunk beds- 4 beds in total. There is a half bathroom upstairs for both bedrooms to use. Downstairs, you enter the front door into the open kitchen, dining room, and living room. Imagine cozying up on the couch in front of the beautiful gas fireplace, with a glass of wine. The dining room has seating for 6 and there is also a full bathroom (with stand up shower) behind the kitchen. Weather you're looking for a romantic getaway, a girls weekend, quality family time, or just pure relaxation - this river front cottage is perfect for you!

IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ !
This home is what we call “the river cottage” on this property. “The river retreat” - please see listing link below - is located a few hundred feet away from the house. This is a rental as well, so understand you may have guests there, so if you want to be secluded, this is not the property for you. We planted fern trees to separate the yards, but until they grow larger, there will not be complete privacy. They have their own yard/hot tub/and firepit, so those will not be shared.

Other things to note:
LATE CHECK-OUTS & EARLY CHECK-INS: Check-in time is 4PM and checkout time is 11AM. Door codes do not activate until set check-in time. Early access will not be provided without prior approval. Guests who check-in early or checkout past checkout time will charged the additional fee of $50/hr.
There is a security camera facing the driveway that will be on during your stay. Any pets or extra guest seen on property is subject to a charge.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden

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Ratings and reviews

4.8 / 5.0
Outstanding(74 Ratings)
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Apr 2024
My wife and 2 boys stayed here for a few days, and really relaxed. The property is very private ( unless the house next door is rented) which was not. The creek is wonderful, my 2 boys splashed and played in the creek for hours. The house was very clean, a little pollen dust outside on all the porches, but thats to be expected this time of year, we have the same where we are in Florida. The cabin has everything you need, fully stocked kitchen, bed linens, comfortable furniture, Wifi, hot tub, HUGE yard for kids to play. The host was very quick to respond after a few quick questions. We would definitely stay here again. Elijay was 2 minutes away with everything you could need.
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Mar 2024
Was nice , didn’t spend too much time here during our stay , but beds were comfy , nice area , neighbor super close though and there’s a chicken farm behind the property that smells pretty strongly . Home wasn’t cleaned very well and every door in the home is not straight , drags and has to slam to shut , very noisy . But beds are comfy .! House is beautiful . Pictures on listing should be updated though
5.0 / 5.0
Nov 2023
Loved this place! Especially the location! The little playground was perfect and the fire pit was delightful. Bring your own wood for the fire pit. Loved the hot tub, too!
5.0 / 5.0
Nov 2023
We came from FL to enjoy the fall colors here in northern GA. We wanted a cabin that was surrounded by nature but also close to a cute downtown. This little cabin has everything you need for a cozy get away ranging from board games to kitchen supplies. We used the hot tub and fire pit every night! We were not disappointed in our choice and would definitely come back!
4.0 / 5.0
star 5 empty
Oct 2023
Cute cottage that is comfortable and met all of our needs. The river was beautiful with the fall colors all around. I would definitely go again.
5.0 / 5.0
Sep 2023
We really enjoyed our stay. We love the fact of the river was right in the backyard, and was very peaceful.
2.0 / 5.0
star 3 emptystar 4 emptystar 5 empty
Jul 2023
After seeing all the wonderful reviews, I was really looking forward to this trip with my family. Unfortunately, the house was very dirty, filled with spiders and cobwebs throughout the house. In the shower, there was still hair shavings on the shelf from previous renters. There were also ants on the countertops and in the cabinets. The location of the cottage was nice, located right by the river with a big open backyard. However, if you are looking for privacy, this is not the place as the main house is about 50ish yards away, sharing the backyard and river access. We had a great time outside but the house was just extremely filthy.
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2023
The house was just as pictured, very clean and spacious. The area has a historic town just minutes away where you can walk to the shops and dine. We had trouble finding easily accessable fishing sites but after talking with locals found a couple. We used the grill, fire pit and the hit tub (every night.) The property manager was very quick to respong to my messages duing our stay. Our stay was very relaxing and a much needed break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. We would book agian.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Ellijay?

The average price for a rental in Ellijay is $267 per night. This rental is $25 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Ellijay River Cottage Star5vacations?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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