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Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen

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Outdoor spa tub
Dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Helen, GA
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Helen Festhalle
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
    ‪4 min drive‬

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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.

Rivers Rest is pet-friendly. A one-time per-pet fee will be added if you bring your dog(s). The pet fees that will be added to your reservation are $75 + tax for the first and $25 + tax for each additional.

• 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.
• Location: 0.7 miles to downtown Helen
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at this vacation home. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Chattahoochee River. Enjoy features like a water park, a hot tub, and laundry facilities. The vacation home includes amenities such as a jetted tub and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 2.5 bathrooms
  • Splash around at the water park
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Chattahoochee River and a 2-minute drive from Charlemagne's Kingdom
This vacation home offers its guests a water park and a hot tub. The family-friendly vacation home also features barbecue grills and laundry facilities.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

  • Smoke-free property

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)

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 are welcome
  • Service animals 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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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

Rivers Rest – Beautiful Riverfront Townhome in Downtown Helen Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bianca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Holly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Scott B., Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandi F.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Katie S., Fort Myers, FL USA

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Jackie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vaca

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Great Location

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

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation home.

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Courtney H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Mountain Retreat

Beautiful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Amy

It was a walkable distance into Helen. The driveway was NOT motorcycle friendly. Although short, it was extremely steep and a bad angle.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G., Weeki Wachee

Liked: Cleanliness

Late summer getaway

Amazing. This condo was excellent. Clean, fully equipped and the view from the balcony/porch divine. There are a few steps to maneuver so keep this in mind. The neighborhood was quiet and friendly. We walked into Helen every day, sometimes twice a day.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Beautiful river

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

10/10 Excellent

Keith G., Manchester, TN

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Shelby S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Toni J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family get away

Christmas trip with our two college aged “kids”. Plenty of room for everyone to sit and enjoy sports on the tv or play games at the kitchen table. Sound of the rushing river while sleeping was awesome! Unit was very clean and other than needing at least one additional dish towel and a dish rag or two everything was perfect. Short walk into Helen. Would highly recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mama

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Townhouse

Beautiful secluded hide away right on the river. It’s decorated so cute with all the bears motif. It’s very clean & has plenty of cozy furniture. Loved the automatic gas fireplace!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great weekend

First of many more Octoberfest.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John R.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rejuvenating

Loved so much about the property and stay. Enjoyed the decks, hot tub, trout fishing while my wife could watch with a cup of coffee from the deck, great cabin feel to the townhouse, etc. Only things that were “negative” the road is narrow and has two-way traffic and the driveway is very steep. It gave my wife anxiety backing down it since the river is at the bottom.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023