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Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a hot tub

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace
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Relax in the heart of nature at River's Rest, where a gas log fireplace and rocking chairs on the porch invite you to unwind. With full-size appliances, a washer and dryer, plus an electric grill for outdoor cooking. The upstairs porch features a hammock perfect for lounging.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly

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About this property

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

Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen

Finally, you have that time away, and you are looking to relax sitting on a porch listening to the river flow by and having a cup of coffee. Perhaps you are seeking the wonderful fresh smells of the mountains? Sit on the porch with friends and a glass of our local wine.

At River's Rest you have all the conveniences of home with plenty of living room seating, a gas log fireplace and a television on the mantel. The kitchen boasts of full size appliances, including a dishwasher. Choose the standard 12-cup drip or the Keurig one-cup coffee maker. There is a washer and dryer for convenience. The dining area has chairs for six guests with more seating on the porch at the pine table with benches. The rocking chairs, glider settee and tables are an Amish wood design. There is an electric grill, too!

The master bedroom features a king bed and a private bath with a walk-in shower and a jetted garden tub. The guest bedroom has a set of bunk beds with queen size mattresses on both top and bottom. The guest bathroom has a walk-in shower. With the sofa bed, this little gem will accommodate up to 8 people.

The upstairs porch has a hammock and two hanging egg swing chairs for relaxation.

A short walk puts you in the downtown area with many options for dining. The walk back to the property is a lovely path along the river. If you are planning all of these relaxing moments, then Rivers Rest is the place for you.

This is a pet-friendly cabin and a one-time per-pet fee will be added if you bring your dog. The pet fee that will be added to your reservation is $75 + tax. Only one dog weighing 70 lbs maximum is allowed.

• Minimum Age Requirement: Rivers Rest is available to families or to guests 21 years or older.
• Parking: Space is available for 2 vehicles.
• Access: The roads are paved all the way to the property. The driveway is not suitable for low profile vehicles.
• Pets: Rivers Rest is pet-friendly. Only one dog weighing 70 lbs maximum is allowed.
• Location: 0.7 miles to downtown Helen

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

2381-197038
Beautiful town home on the river in downtown Helen

About the neighborhood

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Helen, GA

What's nearby

  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Unicoi Hill Park - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Unicoi State Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Helen Festhalle - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant & Pub - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Troll Tavern - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Hoochee’s River Basket - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen located?

This family-friendly Helen vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Chattahoochee River, Unicoi Hill Park, and Unicoi State Park. Helen Arts & Heritage Center and Charlemagne's Kingdom are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

6.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 137 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 137 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 137 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 137 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 137 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bianca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was amazing! The beds were very comfy and I loved that there were blankets everywhere. The hot tub was very clean! It is not advertised, but there is a TV in each bedroom! We saw a groundhog directly outside the stair window! We will stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

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

Family vaca

Very nice cabin on the river
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was everything and more than I expected. Staff was very nice and friendly. Definitely doing again but for more days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

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

Great stay in Helen!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at River's Rest. With little to no free parking in the Helen City limits, it was great to be within walking distance! We all enjoyed the river, teens and adults included. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Elisa J.

Relax

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This a great an relaxing place to stay, perfect location.

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Great vacation home.

We had an absolute blast and the house was amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tommy S.

Cozy home away from hime

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very pleased and impressed with the cleanliness and location of the home. The sounds of the river while you relax on the decks was so peaceful. Will definitely book again.
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Even better than expected

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent location, peaceful and very clean

10/10 Excellent

Mandi F.

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

Comfortable cabin with river views

We very much enjoyed our stay at Rivers Rest Cabin. The first floor mudroom area was great for dropping dirty shoes. Kitchen was very well stocked and had everything we needed. The bed configuration was great for our family. We spent a lot of time out on both balconies (2nd floor and 3rd floor have a balcony) watching the tubers. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David N.

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

Great place and great location.

Really cool place. Kids loved it. Neighbors were great as it's connected on both sides to other units.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew N.

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

Great Location

Especially enjoyed sunrise on the river
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney H.

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

Wonderful Mountain Retreat

Beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam T.

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

Great place close to town

Amazing place will stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great Girls Weekend Property

We had a very relaxing girls weekend trip. The property was in a great location, and a short walk to downtown. The hot tub, the gas fireplace, and the large bedrooms made for a cozy place to relax. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lashay A.

Love it

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The condo was very nice and spacious. We enjoyed breakfast on the porch looking over the river. Will come back to stay here again 😊

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

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

Great Stay for Oktoberfest

This was a great place to stay for Oktoberfest! We loved the house, the view of the river, and the short walk into Helen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Nice place

We enjoyed our stay and the house. Very clean and a quiet place to rest and enjoy
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

Great Location!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Rivers Rest is a great spot to stay in Helen with a short walk to downtown. Nice view of the River with everything needed to make it a comfortable stay.

10/10 Excellent

Keith G.

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

Magical Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The outdoor lighting added a magical ambiance and could not have been any better. The location of the property is very convenient to all the fun and especially tubing. Overall, a wonderful stay that I would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay in Helen. Only downside was the flight of stairs going to the main level of the condo
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy F.

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

Beautiful river

Property was beautiful and very clean. Very nice!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a wonderfull time with this cabin! Super convenient for walking or driving into town. The cabin itself was clean, comfortable, and felt cozy for a great get away!

10/10 Excellent

Gail w.

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

Peaceful and cozy

Great place to get away
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dagoberto F.

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

Rivers Rest Review

The property was amazing and extremely comfortable! Great view of the river and only a short walk into the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shelby S.

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

Loved Our Stay

We thoroughly enjoyed everything about this condo. The location on the river and distance to all of the action was perfect. It felt like our home away from home. We enjoyed the decor, furniture and the cleanliness.. everything was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024