Kick off your Northern Georgia mountains retreat with a tasting at one of the local vineyards. Follow it with good eats in downtown Ellijay, or head back to this warm and welcoming vacation rental! Complete with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a riverfront fire pit, and a deck with a hot tub, this home offers a rustic feel with all the modern comforts. Whether you’re chasing waterfalls, kayaking crystal-clear rivers, or picking apples at a nearby orchard, you’re sure to have a memorable getaway. -- THE PROPERTY -- Fire Pit | Gas Grill | Free WiFi | 2,000 Sq Ft Hikers, wine lovers, and families with an adventurous spirit will love calling this riverfront cabin, 'Cartecay River Retreat,' their Ellijay home-away-from-home. Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Full Bed, Futon | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play OUTDOOR LIVING: Cartecay river on-site, backyard w/ fire pit (bring your own firewood), open deck w/ seating, screened deck w/ hot tub KITCHEN: Fully equipped, cooking basics, spices, coffee maker, dishware/flatware, paper towels/trash bags, blender, Crock-Pot, toaster oven INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ cable, DVD player, surround-sound in living room, gas fireplace, board games, books, high chair GENERAL: Linens/towels, washer/dryer, central air conditioning, ceiling fans, hair dryer, iron/board, keyless entry FAQ: Step-free access, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out toward front entrance & river), no barrier between home & river PARKING: Carport (2 vehicles), driveway (2 vehicles) ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom property for 8 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking -- THE LOCATION -- ATTRACTIONS: Downtown Ellijay (3.4 miles), Panorama Orchards & Farm Market (6.1 miles), B.J. Reece Orchards (6.2 miles), Hillcrest Orchards (6.8 miles), Expedition: BigFoot! The Sasquatch Museum (11.9 miles) WINERIES: Cartecay Vineyards (7.1 miles), Ellijay River Vineyards (8.6 miles), Chateau Meichtry Family Vineyard & Winery (10.6 miles), Engelheim Vineyards (11.8 miles), Bear Claw Vineyards & Winery, Inc. (18.9 miles) GREAT OUTDOORS: Harrison Park Ellijay (3.9 miles), Gilmer County Parks (4.1 miles), Vets Memorial Park (4.7 miles), Fall Branch Falls (15.9 miles), Amicalola Falls State Park (17.7 miles), Carters Lake (22.3 miles), Appalachian Trail - Long Creek Trailhead (23.5 miles) BLUE RIDGE (~17 miles): Blue Ridge Scenic Railway, Blue Ridge Lake, Mercier Orchards, Tank Town USA AIRPORT: Chattanooga Airport (67.1 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 - No pets allowed - 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: There is no barrier between the home and the water’s edge. This property may not be suitable for young children - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security Nest cameras. Camera 1 is located on the front of the house and faces towards the driveway and camera 2 is on the back of the house facing towards the river. The cameras are outward-facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and audio when activated by motion - NOTE: The maximum occupancy being exceeded results in overuse of the septic pump which can cause it to overflow