Escape from your everyday stresses to 'Cartecay River House', a remote 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom vacation rental house situated on the banks of the Cartecay River. This massive 3,350-square-foot home offers friends and family a rustic themed interior, featuring a downstairs game room, 2 furnished decks with river views, a private hot tub, and a fire pit! This home-away-from-home is perfect for exploring the Chattahoochee National Forest or simply soaking up the sun in this lush forested setting! -- THE PROPERTY -- Outdoor Dining Area | Fire Pit w/ Adirondack Chairs | Free WiFi Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Bedroom 4: Twin/Full Bunk Bed | Bedroom 5: King Bed OUTDOOR SPACE: 2 furnished decks, outdoor ceiling fans, porch swing, multiple outdoor dining areas, hot tub, wood-burning fire pit w/ seating (firewood not provided), loungers, yard games, river access INDOOR LIVING: 4 flat-screen TVs w/ Roku, 3 gas fireplaces, rustic decor, coffee bar, en-suite bathroom w/ jetted tub, ceiling fans, shuffleboard, pool table, arcade machine KITCHEN: Granite countertops, 4-person dining table, breakfast bar, stove/oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, dishware/flatware, drip coffee maker GENERAL: Washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, central air conditioning/heating, hair dryer FAQ: Stairs required, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out), pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only, 1 max) PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- ATTRACTIONS: Downtown Ellijay (3 miles), Panorama Orchards & Farm Market (6 miles), B.J. Reece Orchards (6 miles), Hillcrest Orchards (7 miles), Expedition: BigFoot! The Sasquatch Museum (12 miles) WINERIES: Cartecay Vineyards (7 miles), Ellijay River Vineyards (9 miles), Chateau Meichtry Family Vineyard & Winery (11 miles), Engelheim Vineyards (12 miles), Bear Claw Vineyards & Winery, Inc. (19 miles) GREAT OUTDOORS: Harrison Park Ellijay (4 miles), Gilmer County Parks (4 miles), Vets Memorial Park (5 miles), Fall Branch Falls (16 miles), Amicalola Falls State Park (18 miles), Carters Lake (22 miles), Appalachian Trail - Long Creek Trailhead (24 miles) BLUE RIDGE (~17 miles): Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, Blue Ridge Lake, Mercier Orchards, Tank Town USA AIRPORT: Chattanooga Airport (67 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, 1 max) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property requires stairs to access - NOTE: This property runs on a septic system - NOTE: Please note that firewood is not provided and it is recommended that you bring your own for the fire pit - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 located above the front door, facing the front outdoor entry, and 1 located by the driveway side facing the driveway. The cameras do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras actively record both video and sound when motion is detected