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

Riverside cottage with kitchen and fireplace

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Welcome to Helen Bungalows, a charming retreat near Chattahoochee River. Enjoy river views from the rocking chair front porch, and take advantage of pet-friendly accommodations. With a dishwasher, microwave laundry room with washer/dryer for added convenience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer

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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 next door property, during the weekdays only. New bungalow is framed up and any noise would more than likely be on the inside at this point in time. However, there could be occasional noise from 8am-7pm {Monday to Friday}.

* Georgia Bungalow has had many upgrades during the last month, which are not reflected on pictures or videos … will update those soon. Check out our videos 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/2638757 (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 end of fence and at the old bridge, provides access to Chattahoochee River & fly fishing paradise. The rocking chair front porch is a favorite and offers some views of the river. Save on parking by staying with us downtown. Walk to downtown shopping, liquor store and our famous Betty"s Country Store (IGA) for groceries. Walk to our 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 and 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 cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

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

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  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, 151 reviews
Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on 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
On-site 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 deadlock
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 area

Map
Helen, GA

What's nearby

  • Charlemagne's Kingdom - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Helen Arts & Heritage Center - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Helen Festhalle - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant & Pub - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Troll Tavern - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 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.

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?

Checkout 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 cottage is steps away 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

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 169 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

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

Helen Bungalow

Property is wonderful! Clean, close enough to walk everywhere. Everything worked - enjoyed the fireplace. Nice kitchen with anything you could need
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne P.

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

Great location

Perfect for walking distance to downtown Helen. We would have no problem staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Weekend Away

Cottage was very clean and convenient to downtown Helen. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

DonnLisa H.

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

Waterfalls Everywhere!

Great Location!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

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

Fun, almost peaceful. Would like to come back at Christmas!

We had a great time. Everything was a short walk away. The only downside was there was construction going on right beside our place. It was very noisy. That started very early and didn’t finish until late afternoon.We even had to ask them to please move their van, so we could get off the street.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gale B.

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

2nd year in a row!

We love staying at this cute bungalow. It's well equipped and within walking distance to everything. We enjoy sipping wine on the front porch rockers as we solve the world's problems!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cleanest property we have ever seen, bar none! Easy walking distance to downtown Helen. Highly recommend this beautiful, cozy bungalow to anyone visiting Helen Georgia!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cassie P.

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

Awesome Location

We loved this place!!! Perfect location to walk to everything and nice area across the street to view people floating down the river and take pups walking. Very Clean also. We will return
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was an excellent place to stay in Helen, could walk to everything and still have peace and quiet on the back side of Betty’s grocery store! Cindy was great to work with!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kendall G.

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

Perfect!

Great location. Loved being able to walk to downtown and all the shops. Owners thought of everything we would need. Really enjoyed the fire place with the cold temperatures.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim B.

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

Helen GA Gem

Very nice cottage quite close to downtown Helen, Georgia. Very spacious and comfortable. Host is one of the best. Amenities are as advertised and then some!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen h., Newnan, GA

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

Jeep Fest Visit

We loved the place! Great location and easy walk to downtown! Bonus being there was a liquor store and little grocery store right around the corner! The front porch was so peaceful to sit on and the place was perfect space wise for the 2 of us and our dog! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynette L., lake panasoffkee

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

Just What We Needed

We had a great time, wasn't many people there. It was a restful stay, yet we did a lot of walking. This is our 3rd time staying and taking our dog Tippy. Very clean and decorated so cute.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Catching the end of Oktoberfest

Location of this property is excellent walking distance to the town. Would be great in summer because river is right across the street. My traveling companions claimed that their beds were not very comfortable. And due to my age, the toilet was quite low, but I managed. Altogether most everything was excellent. Excellent host, cute quaint setting. Home had everything you need for a good vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Helen

It was exactly what we were looking for
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Highly recommend

The property was very cute. It was well stocked with the things you need. The location is on a quiet street but right on the edge of Helen so walking everywhere was very easy. Cindy, the owner, is very responsive if you need anything at all. I would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

ted b.

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

wonderful for adults and older children

Wonderful walking distance to most of Helen attractions. Those with young children may prefer other end of town for activities. Loved the porch and rockers. Really enjoyed first tubing of the river and the hike to Anna Ruby falls was awesome! Great location for eateries! House was immaculate and really appreciated that fact.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Good

Thought it was on the river. Description was a little vague.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon L.

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

Clean and close to town

The cottage was clean and had everything we needed. We liked that it was close to everything and we were able to easily stop back at the cottage during the day to check on and feed our dog. The main bedroom is tight, not much room to walk around or put your luggage. We used the second bedroom for our luggage and to get dressed. Overall, would recommend for 2 adults with 1-2 small children.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori P., Tellico Village , Tennessee

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

Amazing property and trip

I would return again and again! The location was perfect, one street back from Main Street with access to sidewalks and a nice field to walk our pup. Cindy was always available for our questions and it's obviously she really cares for her property and 'clients'. The bungalow is in a nice safe neighborhood and everyone we met was helpful and friendly. Sitting on the porch just greeting people as they walked by! I will say on the weekends, about every 10-15 minutes a bus from Cool River Tubing goes by that can get loud, but you don't hear it from inside the house; and they didn't go down the street during the weekdays. The bungalow was super clean and had plenty of kitchen ware (that we didn't use!), soap and body wash in the shower, laundry detergent etc. We honestly brought to much with us. The couch and chair were extremely comfy, as were both bedrooms. Sleeping on the twin trundle wasn't bad, but it will move and squeak a little. I like soft mattresses so it worked out great for me. Everything is really within walking distance. Plenty of restaurants and stores. We really enjoyed the location for traveling to numerous nearby waterfalls and hikes (within a 30 minute car ride). The only thing I will say is the porch furniture could use a few cushions, but that may be because we are a little older! The semi-adjoining bungalow did have seat cushions in their rockers. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenni C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! The location was perfect and we were able to walk to downtown shops, dining and the grocery store was just around the corner. We enjoyed sitting on the front porch across from the river with our coffee in the morning. The host was very quick to reply when booking and during our stay. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute cabin. Wife, son, mother in law & dog had plenty of space & so cute. Looks better in person than the pictures! Incredible location. Great help from owner. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Convenient

We have stayed at this location several times. All I need is the river and Betty's. So this cabin is nearly perfect for me. Close to shopping and eating locations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget M.

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

Celebrating

My daughter came from southern Georgia. I came from Hendersonville NC. We met in one of her father's favorite places, Helen to celebrate his life 1 year from his death. We miss him terribly but were able to have fun, share love and do it in the sweetest little cabin ever, except maybe the one next door. I love your places and hope to celebrate my husbands life some more in the future. He was from Germany and we spent long weekends here just to be togehter,
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful decorations. The owner was very helpful and nice. We loved being able to walk everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025