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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 567 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

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

  • *NO SMOKING INSIDE

    *If this Bungalow is booked on the dates you're wanting - please try our other bungalows, next door VRBO.com/2638662
    VRBO.com/5068601
    *Check out the video tours on all Bungalows on Face book @ Helen Bungalows - downtown convenience on quiet, back street.

    This property is NOT river front as Vrbo AI may be advertising! The river is however, directly across the street. Access: aprox 30-50', across street, 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.

    *Pet friendly for our well behaved friends. Please help us stay pet friendly by picking up behind your pets outside.

    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 bed. Bedroom 2, twin beds, one is twin trundle (closest to window) that can be moved to stationary twin to make king, if preferred. Full bath with tub/shower.

    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 & Blue River tubing during those warm summer days and don't forget the zip lines & rollercoaster, one of our favorites. Helen offers something for everyone. Message us for specific question - let us help you plan your stay-cation!

    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 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
  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • 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

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.
Please buy vacation insurance to cover any unforeseen medical or weather emergencies. We no longer issue refunds outside of VRBO's refund agreement.
5 guest are allowed - for the 5th guest, there is a full sized couch in living area (NOT a pull-out) and bedding in a bag, in laundry room.

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

Located in Helen, this holiday home is in the city centre and near theme parks. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Helen Festhalle, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Unicoi State Park and Chattahoochee River. Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Helen Arts & Heritage Center are also worth visiting. Water tubing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby. Visit our Helen travel guide
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Helen, GA

What's nearby

  • A park with playground equipment, picnic tables, and large trees.
    Unicoi Hill Park
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • A sign for the Helen Arts & Heritage Center, gift shop, and history museum.
    Helen Arts & Heritage Center
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A calm lake with boats docked at a pier, surrounded by dense forest.
    Unicoi State Park
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • A building with a sign for Oktoberfest events and a mural on the side.
    Helen Festhalle
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • A wooden building with a red roof and green shutters, surrounded by trees and a stone wall.
    Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau
    3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Campfire Gather Round
    17 min walk
  • Hofbrauhaus Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern
    17 min walk
  • Wendy's
    10 min walk
  • The Troll Tavern
    8 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 at Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by?

On-site 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?

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 holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Chattahoochee River and Unicoi State Park. Helen Festhalle and Chattahoochee National Forest are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice bungaloo right on the north side of time by Betty's, location can't be beat. Cindy is very responsive if you need to reach her. Thanks again for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Donald D.

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

Very nice, quaint , very clean.

Was in a great location, quiet street, short walk to events and town, river was close, kitchen was clean and stocked with appliances needed for stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel R.

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

Great location

Perfect size for a three person weekend getaway. Location was perfect for walking downtown to shops and restaurants. Great communication with host, check in and out was very simple. Hope to visit property again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

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

Great location for a getaway to rest and relax.

I enjoyed relaxing on the front porch and that I could walk my Beagles around what is mostly a pet friendly downtown easily. The beds were comfortable and having a lot of viewing choices on the Roku was a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randall W.

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

Bungalows

Really nice place in a great location. Hosts are very helpful. It was a nice weekend for the four of us, and i really appreciated it is pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth z.

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

Birthday weekend

Great location, great host! Will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sherry l.

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

Quaint cottage

Lovely comfortable cottage with all the comforts. Great location able to walk to all of downtown. Owners very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

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

Fall Family Visit

We had a wonderful weekend enjoying the beautiful fall colors. The house was the perfect size and location for our visit. Cannot wait to visit again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David E.

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

A Great Place To Stay

My wife and I came to Helen, GA for her birthday. This cottage was a great place to stay, and made our time in Helen a wonderful experience. The cottage is clean, cozy, and well supplied with everything we needed for our stay. The hosts are very helpful and hospitable. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nolan P.

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

Great location

Located right in downtown Helen this cabin is cute with easy access to all local restaurants and bars. We only needed our car when we left town. The host was communicative and friendly. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Perfect spot in a great town

Cute place with everything we needed close to town and restaurants. Be sure to stop nearby at Hartman farm to visit the old homestead also check out the really old general store in the next town over, it’s a blast from the past. Cheers!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Fred S.

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

Great location

Located very conveniently close to downtown. I was expecting 5 beds, but there were only 4, so one of us slept on the regular couch. Other than that, our stay was marvelous.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

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

Jack

This place was amazing! Walking distance to town but on a quiet side street! This house is super cozy, very clean, and the best stocked house we have ever stayed in. The front porch and rocking chairs take you back to a simpler time. Will be staying here again!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy J.

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

Girl’s Trip

Loved how convenient this place was to town. We were in walking distance to everything. This was a very cute place that met all our needs. It was very clean and had comfortable furniture. Owner was very easy to get a hold of if we had any questions. We are definitely staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal W.

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

Perfect location for a relaxing getaway.

My husband and our two teens had an amazing time! The bungalow is on a quiet street yet close to everything. We walked everywhere we went in town. The space was just the right size and very cozy. We’ll definitely be staying at this property again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin H.

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

Helen downtown

The location of this house to downtown was awesome. We could walk everywhere. There was even aa amazing country store right around the corner. Also plenty of restaurants within blocks.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally W.

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

Girls Weekend!

We (2 of us) had a wonderful weekend in Helen. The house was perfect for us. It had everything we needed. It was so convenient to walk to all the shops and restaurants in Helen. We would love to come back and book this same house again some day.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024