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Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by

Vacation home in Helen with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace
Escape to the charming town of Helen and stay at this cozy bungalow, perfectly situated near the Chattahoochee River. The rocking chair front porch offers a serene spot to unwind with some views of the river, while indoors you can snuggle up by the gas fireplace or catch your favorite show on Smart TV.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5720 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by

*NO SMOKING INSIDE

Up to May 15th of 2025 construction works will likely be taking place on property, two doors down. At this point, Bungalow #3 is framed and any noise would be limited to inside and on the weekdays only, However, there could be occasional noise from 8am-7pm {Monday to Friday}

*Alpine Bungalow has had major upgrades within the last month which are not reflected on pictures … we will update pics asap. Check out our video of property on Facebook @ Helen Bungalows, downtown convenience on quiet, back street.

If this bungalow is booked on the dates you're wanting, please try our bungalow next door VRBO.com/2638662 (Helen)

IMPORTANT UPDATE: We encourage all of our guest to purchase travel insurance to cover any unforeseen medical or weather emergencies. We will no longer issue refunds outside of VRBO's refund agreement. Please plan ahead and protect your vacations.

Bedroom 1 (Queen) Bedroom 2, twin beds, one twin trundle (closest to window) that can be moved to stationary twin to make king, if preferred. Full bath with tub/shower.
Pet friendly for our well behaved friends. Please help us stay pet friendly by picking up behind your pets outside.

Approx. 30 - 50ft (across the street) just before, at the end of fence and at the old bridge offers access to the Chattahoochee River & fly fishing paradise. The rocking chair front porch is a favorite and offers some views of the river. Save on parking fees by staying with us, downtown. Walk to downtown shopping, liquor store and our famous Betty"s Country Store (IGA) for groceries. Walk to many restaurants including Paul's Steak House (on the River) where you can dance the night away at Paul's Margarita Deck with live music and seasonal karaoke. Enjoy the Indoor Fun Factory with skating rink, go-carts, laser tag, bouncy house & arcade on sunny and rainy days. Water park & tubing during those warm summer days and don't forget the zip lines & rollercoaster, one of our favorites. Helen offers something for everyone.

Dishwasher * Microwave * Laundry room with washer / dryer * Gas fireplace * Smart TV * WiFi * Roku * Large front porch * Private parking (2 car max) * Central heat & air * Keurig Duo single cup / 12 cup coffee pot

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 720 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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

Up to 9/1/25 construction next door. New Bungalow is completely framed and closed in; however, there could be some periodic noise 8am-7pm
Bringing your pet? List at time of booking or contact host, Cindy asap - there is a $35.00 pet fee, no exceptions. Pets not allowed on furniture.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pets are not allowed on furniture and beds, please

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Helen, GA

What's nearby

  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Unicoi Hill Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Unicoi State Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Helen Festhalle - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant & Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Troll Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hansel & Gretel Candy Kitchen - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by located?

Located in the heart of Helen, this vacation home is steps from Chattahoochee River and Charlemagne's Kingdom. Unicoi Hill Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 154 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 154 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 154 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 154 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 154 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Every appliance and countertops were new and very clean. Great tv. Great parking. Hope to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A sweet little cottage! The upgrades to the countertops and the interior were great! Location is amazing! Front porch was so enjoyable! Would have loved a box fan, but will definitely take one next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

HILDA T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property owner is awesome to communicate with and willing to answer any questions you many have. The little bungalow is so beautiful and clean. We have stayed in many different places in Helen, but this one will be our place for now on. The cozy feeling of home away from home just made our stay perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy O.

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

Lovely

Loved the location and cleanliness of the bungalow and we sat on the front porch and could see the river across the street! Lovely place to stay in downtown Helen and walkable to downtown!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

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

Excellent location, very clean, can't ask for more.

We had a great stay with our family, including goldendoodle. This was a great location, close to everything but still separated enough to not feel like you can't enjoy the outdoor area. Extremely clean place, and very easy check in/out process. Recommend to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

Perfect location!

We really enjoyed our stay! Everything we needed was included, even a washer and dryer, which we did not use. The perfect location within walking distance to everything. The host was very communicative and responded very quickly to all of my messages and even refunded my pet fee, once I realized my boarder had space. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHARON E.

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

Sweet little place

We enjoyed our stay the property was clean and just as described. We enjoyed our stay and would love to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanna B.

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

Always a great place to stay

We had another great stay at Helen Bungalows. We brought the furry babies and hiked to Anna Ruby falls. It is such a great spot. Close to downtown Helen so you can walk everywhere but a little on outskirts so it’s quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Got engaged here!

We've always loved Helen and this little bungalow so we decided what better place to propose?!?! The host was aware of our plans and stayed in touch throughout. The home was clean and perfect. Will def stay here again. Perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Clean, convenient, comfy!

The bungalow was super sweet! Nice location, we walked to everything! Cindy was very quick to respond when asked a question. Highly recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark D.

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

Great place to stay

We enjoyed staying here , walk everywere river across street can see from front porch we had a great time we will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

laurie b.

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

Perfect

Our vacation was perfect. The location of this property is great! You can walk everywhere. It's very clean and pet friendly! We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim G.

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

Great stay

Enjoyed - will stay at property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patsy G.

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

Great location

Loved the charm of the cabin. Had everything we needed. Enjoyed our stay! Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wanda H.

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

Great location

We loved this cottage! We will be staying here again for sure hidden little gem in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dana N.

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

Great Get-A-Way

The house was spacious and a great way to get a way from the crowds. Just a quick walk to Betty’s for food or breakfast. I definitely will come back! The only I would change is the electrical plug in some work some don’t. But loves the location just the quietness of it all.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Eva P.

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

Holiday Getaway

Great location within walking distance to center of Helen. Bungalow was very clean! Good communication with property contact.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

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

great place great owners

great place i would recommend it
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherri M.

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

Perfect Vacation Cottage

Had a great vacation getaway at this property which was as described and had everything we needed to be comfortable. Very clean and in walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judi C.

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

Cute property!

So comfortable, perfect location, great little porch, comfortable bed. Loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

BECKY L.

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

Clean, quiet, convenient

Perfect little spot to explore Helen, Ga. It was quiet and relaxing and we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kattie F.

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

Perfect location and great stay!

We loved stayed at the Bungalow! It was very clean, cozy, and convenient! We come to Helen once a year for a convention and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth F.

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

Great Place

This was a great place to stay, very roomy, close to all shops! Very quiet, easy check in, owner very responsive to any questions!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn F.

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

Perfect!

Perfect location! Nice clean house. Very much hope to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tonya C.

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

Cozy cottage

This cozy cottage conveniently located within walking distance to all the shops and restaurants in Helen has all the amenities one could need and lots of extras. This small cabin features a river facing rocking chair front porch, two small bedrooms and a well stocked bathroom, laundry room and kitchen. Towels, toiletries, detergent, paper towels and many other accessories are provided for your comfort. My only suggestion would be to add vanity mirrors in the bedrooms since there is only one bathroom.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025