RIVERFRONT RELAXATION WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS! Welcome to Rhododendron River Retreat, a peaceful escape along the beautiful Hiawassee River. This spacious home features a main-level king suite, open-concept living areas, and a private media room perfect for movie nights. Sip coffee while overlooking the river, unwind to the sounds of flowing water, and enjoy the scenic mountain backdrop. Conveniently located near Hiawassee, Helen, hiking, wineries, and adventure, this retreat is ideal for families!

We leave you alone to make beautiful new memories! Make yourselves at home. If you do need immediate assistance, don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re just a phone call or message away. Our office hours are from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. If you have any questions or need assistance during these hours, we're happy to help. If you have an emergency outside of office hours, please call us directly for immediate assistance.

Adventure awaits in Western North Carolina and North Georgia, where mountain views, outdoor recreation, and relaxation are all within easy reach.

Take in sweeping vistas at Bell Mountain in Hiawassee, a 20-minute drive, or visit Brasstown Bald, Georgia’s highest point, just 35 minutes away. Spend a day on Lake Chatuge with a boat or personal watercraft rental from a local marina, or launch your own at a nearby public access point.

Explore the Nantahala National Forest at Jackrabbit Mountain, less than five minutes from the property, with trails for mountain biking and dog-friendly hiking. Fires Creek Recreation Area, a 45-minute drive, is a local favorite for scenic hikes, swimming, and trout fishing.

Across the Georgia border, discover High Shoals Falls Trail, just a 10-minute drive, or head to Alpine Helen, 25 minutes away, for a taste of Bavaria in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

After a day of exploring, unwind at the restaurants, wineries, and breweries in and around downtown Hayesville and Hiawassee, and savor the area’s local flavor.

Drive times are approximate.

You will have access to the entire home, except the garage.

-Main Level Primary Suite: King bed with a beautifully appointed en suite bathroom.
-Expansive open-concept living area with plush seating, seamlessly flowing into a fully equipped kitchen.
-Private media lounge featuring a Murphy queen bed and an adjacent full bathroom.
-Large laundry room.
-Upper Level: Two generously sized queen bedrooms.
-Shared bathroom serving the upper level
-Formal dining room designed for memorable gatherings and entertaining!


When checking out...
* Leave used towels hanging in the bathrooms.
* Used beds should be left unmade.
* Adjust temp settings to 75 degrees.
* Put all trash in bags in can outside.
* Remove any opened food items from the fridge
* If you moved any furniture, inside or outside, put it back.
* Turn off lights, ceiling fans, TV.
* Make sure all doors are locked and key is returned where you got it.
* Make sure fireplace is off and fire at fire pit is extinguished.


* Regular drip coffee pot and a Keurig , ground coffee supplied.
* No smoking on property.
* Supply your own firewood for the firepit, You can arrange with us to have some delivered.
* We supply a propane tank and a spare for the grill
* No parties, this is a quiet family neighborhood
* Fishing in river allowed with proper licenses.

* Host Cancellation Policy: any reservations cancelled will receive an 96% refund, (4% is charged for credit card transactions and isn't refunded from our payment processing company.