Is parking available at the property?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.

Are pets allowed at the property?

Yes, pets are allowed with a limit of two dogs, each weighing less than 35 lbs. A pet fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay applies, but service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available for a fee and should be arranged in advance.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The property is located in Ellijay, within a 10-minute drive of Gilmer County Fairgrounds and Tabor House & Civil War Museum. It is approximately 7.4 miles from Engelheim Vineyards and 8 miles from Carters Lake.

Does the hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, the property features an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor heated pool. The seasonal pool is open from May to September, and pool access is available from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

What are the hotel's policies for guests staying with children?

Children are welcome at the property. There is no charge for children, but rollaway or extra beds, as well as cribs, are not available.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The property does not offer cribs or rollaway beds. Extra beds are not available, and advance requests for these amenities are not applicable.

Coosawattee River Resort

What guests think

Across reviews of Coosawattee River Resort, guests consistently praise the peaceful, riverside setting and relaxing vibe, while also flagging practical challenges such as narrow, steep access roads, long internal drives, and occasionally confusing directions within the large property.

Cleanliness feedback is mixed: some cabins feel clean or recently updated, but several guests report persistent musty or moldy odors, occasional pests, and maintenance lapses like dirty rugs or stray hairs. Rooms range from dated to modern with lovely river views; beds are sometimes squeaky or sagging, and connectivity is limited with spotty or absent Wi‑Fi and little to no cell service in places. Service experiences vary from friendly, efficient check-ins to poor issue resolution and booking or check-in mishandling. Overall, expect a scenic, quiet, nature-focused escape best suited to travelers comfortable with an unplugged stay.

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Facilities

Guests mention enjoyable river access, decks, and fire pits, and some note the resort offers many amenities. One review says the recreation center and pools are far and hard to find.

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Wendy

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Liked the area. Overall clean but property has a musty, moldy odor that wouldn't go away. Had to purchase lysol and had to constantly spray to try to clear the smell. Clothes and belongings retained the musty odor even after returning home. Need to have a clearer description and directions that explain recreation center and pools are miles away and hard to find. Water pressure is extremely low and made taking a shower difficult.

10

Evelyn

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a beautiful property with lots of amenities. It is a wonderful place to be quiet to reflect and to think. It is a wonderful place to feel God’s wonderful creation,

10

Juana

21 Nov 2022

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Stayed 2 nights

Amazing location and great accommodations

10

David

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I really don't want to share the secret of how great this place is! Absolutely beautiful and peaceful setting yet convenient to Ellijay and all it has to offer.

10

Mike

6 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was just what one person needed, one bedroom , living room kitchen, bath and washer and dryer, perfect, on river, very quiet, the road going in was great , up and down the mountain , very beautiful drive , will stay here again

8

Loretta

20 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

by the river

10

Earle

29 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Loved the location on the river with a great enclosed deck to view it from. Swing and rapids relaxed us like a meditation. Even for two nights this place recharged and refreshed us. Wineries and Hitching Post pizzas were the adventure and the fire pit a great place to watch river floaters and wild life.

8

Amy

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This villa was a great weekend get away! We enjoyed the deck and views! We would definitely stay again!! ❤️

4

Ashlynn

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The amenities were great, and the property was beautiful, but I would recommend renting from private owners within the property due to some problems I had with the resort renters. The resort changed our listing and after we paid a higher price to get a river view room, we were given a Mountain View. When we asked the resort to help us straighten things out they refused to make it right.

10

Earle

17 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Love the Coosawatee River, it settles ones soul to listen to the rapids and nature while sitting around the fire pit drinking local wine while looking at the stars with great friends!

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Cleanliness

Feedback is mixed: several units are reported clean or updated, but recurring complaints cite strong musty or moldy odors, occasional pests (roaches, ladybugs, spiders), and issues like dirty rugs or stray hairs.

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MONICA

18 Feb 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The resort itself is very nice and beautiful. The roads are very narrow and dangerous. The villa itself was outdated, with dead bugs, spider webs, spiders and dust.

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Amanda

3 Jan 2023

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Stayed 19,357 nights

The property is nice and spacious but the lady bugs inside were beyond insane they were everywhere to where you could not relax could leave the porch door open. To many dead bugs in the bathroom and living room this was to much to relax

10

Jim

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Check in was professional and smooth. My cabin was clean and ready to go and the view was spectacular.

10

Tiffany

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Modern villa had been updated with new interiors. Clean.

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Madeline

10 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The overall property was amazing- so quiet and peaceful. We saw countless deer and were able to enjoy a stunning view of the sunset every evening. The villas are dated. Which is fine and do-able…however, the pungent mildew smell was more than I could bear. It is not only the smell but the toxins from either the mold or fungi that it’s coming from; my body began swelling, could not stop sneezing, eyes watering, etc. Would love to come back but please do something about this. It is simply hazardous for your guests to constantly breathe in these toxins.

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Wendy

22 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Liked the area. Overall clean but property has a musty, moldy odor that wouldn't go away. Had to purchase lysol and had to constantly spray to try to clear the smell. Clothes and belongings retained the musty odor even after returning home. Need to have a clearer description and directions that explain recreation center and pools are miles away and hard to find. Water pressure is extremely low and made taking a shower difficult.

10

Jennifer

30 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I loved the quietness of this property. The view of the river was beautiful. The only thing I didn't like was the intense moldy smell.

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Patrick

14 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Roaches everywhere… requested a refund and haven’t gotten a response. Left shorty after we arrived.

10

Sisu

2 Nov 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

Beautiful property. But there was multiple hairs in the bathtub and in the bed sheets.

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Donna

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Cabin has a horrible musty feel which remains on clothes. Very dirty area rugs and soiled living room furniture. Almost 30 minutes from entrance gate to cabin in treacherous roads.

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Rooms

Rooms vary from dated to modern with calming river views. Comfort can be inconsistent, with reports of squeaky or sagging beds and unreliable or absent Wi‑Fi.

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Michelle

14 Jan 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Everything was perfect. Only complaints are no WiFi & half the electrical outlets need to be replaced in unit. Cords won’t stay plugged in. We made it work. Unit was very clean and comfortable. Will definitely be back for a third trip.

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Cristen

30 May 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful place overall… especially the area it’s located in and outdoors surrounding the place; the house is dated and needs a bit of taking care of and updating; has all that is needed to stay comfortably; beds are squeaky and not really comfortable although they sleep fine.

10

Tiffany

11 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Modern villa had been updated with new interiors. Clean.

10

Debra K

24 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A perfect getaway!! I will definitely be making a return visit!! I loved the rustic country feel of the villa and the beautiful view of the river from the porch. Easy check in and out.

6

Tonia

26 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful views of the River, secluded area far from town. If you are a nature lover, this is your place. We really enjoyed seeing all the Deer! This property is very outdated on the inside. Needs a fresh coat of paint and new furnishings. The mattress was so loud and squeaky to the point that it kept me and my husband awake all night, and it had a bad sag in the middle.This place would be amazing if it was updated. Overall we enjoyed our stay!

8

Pascual

16 Oct 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Almost everything is fine, but the smell of humidity is strong and the worst thing is the bed in the main room, it is full, it is small for a couple, and the mattress is very used and soft, it is not comfortable.

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Mike

6 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was just what one person needed, one bedroom , living room kitchen, bath and washer and dryer, perfect, on river, very quiet, the road going in was great , up and down the mountain , very beautiful drive , will stay here again

4

Pamela

23 Oct 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

The nice lady at check in warned the WiFi was “spotty”. And no guarantee on the WiFi. Well, spotty is a very generous description of a place that had very little WiFi, no cell signal (our phones went to SOS mode), and had a landline phone that was purely decorative as there was no dial tone. They advertised “CABLE TV”, which is a lie. They supply a TV which is attached to the nonexistent WiFi. We tried for over half an hour to connect to our personal Netflix account, to no avail. You can’t keep internet for 5 minutes to establish the connection. Two lights burnt out in living area, filthy uncomfortable deck furniture, and uncomfortable couches made hanging out challenging. The bed was ancient and sagging in the middle and neither of us slept well. The hairdryer is a wall mounted one that has not been actually mounted to a wall, so you have this clunky thing to plug in and try to dry your hair with that. Not a single hook in the bathroom, and the one towel rack was so small that only one towel folded in half fits on it. No where to hang another towel or robe. This place is not cheap enough and should come with a warning that is it COMPLETELY OFF THE GRID. Pack a ton of books and a book light.

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Amy

19 Jul 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This villa was a great weekend get away! We enjoyed the deck and views! We would definitely stay again!! ❤️

10

Daymarelys

28 Sept 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Very friendly staff in the check-in office. (2 women ).They explain everything about the property.My Villa was close to the river and was very peaceful all day. I can stay here again. 100 % Recommended.

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Service

Service is inconsistent: many guests experienced friendly staff and smooth check-ins (often praising Debbie), while others reported rude or unhelpful responses, poor resolution of problems, and a serious check-in or booking mix-up.

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Jim

30 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Check in was professional and smooth. My cabin was clean and ready to go and the view was spectacular.

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JOYCE

2 Oct 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Our girls trip was awesome. We had plenty of room and Debbie at checkin, as usual was so helpful and sweet. The weather was great and shopping, apple picking and wine tastings were plentiful. Villas at Coosawattee River is my favorite place in Ellijay.

10

Valarie

6 Oct 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great reception. Great stay!!

10

Ronda

18 Apr 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We loved everything about this trip from the cleanliness of the cabin to the friendliness of the staff.

8

Donna

28 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The cabin was absolutely great!! The check in process was horrible!!!

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Debra K

24 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A perfect getaway!! I will definitely be making a return visit!! I loved the rustic country feel of the villa and the beautiful view of the river from the porch. Easy check in and out.

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Shannon

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

When we arrived and tried to check in, we were told I had already checked in, signed papers and gotten the key. Clearly I had not. The security guard was nice but seemed very uncomfortable- she handed me the phone and told me her supervisor wanted to speak with me. The supervisor told me someone must’ve stolen my identity, checked in and took my villa. I explained that I’d had a very bad trip up and really needed to relax and check in. She got very rude and told me it wasn’t anything to do with her and wasn’t her fault. Basically she was a jerk and I’m highly irritated.

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JOYCE

16 Apr 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

This is my 7th time staying here and I love it. Staff is awesome and checking in with Debbie is a breeze.

2

Patrick

14 Nov 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Roaches everywhere… requested a refund and haven’t gotten a response. Left shorty after we arrived.

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Ashlynn

27 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

The amenities were great, and the property was beautiful, but I would recommend renting from private owners within the property due to some problems I had with the resort renters. The resort changed our listing and after we paid a higher price to get a river view room, we were given a Mountain View. When we asked the resort to help us straighten things out they refused to make it right.

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Location

Scenic, quiet riverside setting with abundant nature and deer sightings. Repeated notes about narrow, steep, and confusing roads, long internal drives, and a generally secluded feel, though some find it convenient to Ellijay.

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Katie

25 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

We liked the away from home vibe. One with nature on the river.

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Mark

2 Sept 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful area. The property was very clean and neat. It was dated but still comfortable for our short stay. Getting to the property the road was very very narrow and you had to be very careful.

10

Evelyn

31 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

This is a beautiful property with lots of amenities. It is a wonderful place to be quiet to reflect and to think. It is a wonderful place to feel God’s wonderful creation,

10

Debra K

24 Dec 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

A perfect getaway!! I will definitely be making a return visit!! I loved the rustic country feel of the villa and the beautiful view of the river from the porch. Easy check in and out.

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Carol

21 Oct 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

we liked the location right next to river didn't like the drive to get there, the directions given to us were not very precise

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David

9 Sept 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

I really don't want to share the secret of how great this place is! Absolutely beautiful and peaceful setting yet convenient to Ellijay and all it has to offer.

6

Tonia

26 Jul 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Beautiful views of the River, secluded area far from town. If you are a nature lover, this is your place. We really enjoyed seeing all the Deer! This property is very outdated on the inside. Needs a fresh coat of paint and new furnishings. The mattress was so loud and squeaky to the point that it kept me and my husband awake all night, and it had a bad sag in the middle.This place would be amazing if it was updated. Overall we enjoyed our stay!

10

Mike

6 Nov 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

It was just what one person needed, one bedroom , living room kitchen, bath and washer and dryer, perfect, on river, very quiet, the road going in was great , up and down the mountain , very beautiful drive , will stay here again

6

Donna

15 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Cabin has a horrible musty feel which remains on clothes. Very dirty area rugs and soiled living room furniture. Almost 30 minutes from entrance gate to cabin in treacherous roads.

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Victoria

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 4 nights

The property itself is beautiful. The ride up to it is a nightmare. If I had of known what it took to get to this cabin, I definitely would have stayed elsewhere. I had planned to shop while my husband worked, my vehicle never left the small one space till the day we both left. I rode with him everywhere because of the confusing and twisting roads up to cabin. He was offered no help when he came in at night either by the lady in the “welcome” shack. I don’t think she knew either, she just handed him back the paper and said “it’s on there”. Had one nice man named Randy let my husband park his cargo trailer down the hill and he was always helpful. Found an old washcloth in cabin left behind and the door kept locking us out so we found if you had a credit card you could use it to open it back up. That sure isn’t safe. No deadbolts on either door. River is close by if you like that to float down or fish. The deck was nice but your neighbors to the left and right can see you from theirs. I’ve never understood why you pay to have it cleaned behind you but you have to clean it pretty much yourself before you leave. This is the kind of review I wished I would have seen before I booked this cabin.

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Coosawattee River Resort

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Room, 3 Bedrooms (A Frame)

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Cabin, 1 Bedroom (Fife Bridge)

Room, 2 Bedrooms (Lodge)

Cabin, 3 Bedrooms, Tower (Water)

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Cabin, 3 Bedrooms (Rec Center)

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