Title: Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=74802953&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by Riverfront cottage with kitchen and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by ![Exterior - Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by (Helen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74803000/74802953/7a9ea92f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books - Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by (Helen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74803000/74802953/1ba21d3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by (Helen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74803000/74802953/fbdf1996.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by (Helen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74803000/74802953/0649d011.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by (Helen)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/75000000/74810000/74803000/74802953/38c0cff1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 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 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - 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 - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - 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 ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23280000/23270900/23270823/2f9c708c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### REDUCED HOLIDAY RATES - Have a Hakuna Matata apline vacation in Style & Luxury!! 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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 allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at 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 Onsite 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 deadbolt lock 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](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.70166%2C-83.73546&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lF9WtRS76uYlbt_-iBXVIDEpFHc=) Helen, GA #### What's nearby - Charlemagne's Kingdom \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Unicoi Hill Park \- 4 min walk \- 0.4 km - Helen Arts & Heritage Center \- 7 min walk \- 0.7 km - Unicoi State Park \- 7 min walk \- 0.7 km - Helen Festhalle \- 10 min walk \- 0.9 km #### Getting around - Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree) - 90 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hofbrauhaus Restaurant - ‬6 min walk - ‪Helen Festhalle - ‬12 min walk - ‪The Troll Tavern - ‬8 min walk - ‪Cowboys & Angels - ‬8 min walk - ‪Christoff's - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by? ### What time is check-out at Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by? ### Where is Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Downtown by Chattahoochee River, sit on front porch as horse and buggy stroll by Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 167 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Aug 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Cute, cozy, and clean. Excellent location for exploring all of Helen. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jenni C. Aug 2, 2025 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! ##### Jenni C. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dan S. Jul 23, 2025 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. ##### Dan S. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CapnDad Sep 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Absolutely thrilled with our second stay at this cottage. More than clean it was immaculate and so well stocked that we brought nothing with us and everything we needed and more was provided. The location could not be better! Easy walk to downtown Helen. We go every year to October Fest and wouldn't dream of staying anywhere else. Our host Cindy was so kind and helpful. Highly highly recommend this property. It can't be topped!!! Book it you will not be disappointed! ##### CapnDad Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brianne C. Apr 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2nd time staying here Great location, clean, and comfy! This was our second time staying at this location and it did not disappoint. ##### Brianne C. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole B. May 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy cabin This cabin was the perfect location for sitting on the porch for a quiet night or walking up the block to downtown Helen. I stayed here with my husband, 7 year old son and 1 dog, and everyobe had a great time. Would definitely stay here again! ##### Nicole B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Jun 14, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Wonderful decorations. The owner was very helpful and nice. We loved being able to walk everywhere. ##### Daniel Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Clint T. Jul 26, 2025 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 ##### Clint T. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Renee C. Mar 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location in Helen Perfect size and location for a girls trip weekend in Helen. It was easily walkable to downtown and was on a quiet back street. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Renee C. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward W. Nov 19, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect, relaxing Cute, clean, great location, perfect for small family or group. ##### Edward W. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne S. Feb 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Aniversario weekend Cute bungalow close to everything! Everything you need to feel at home and the country store right next door! Great place! ##### Wayne S. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ginny W. May 4, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Mother-daughter-daughter weekend This weekend was for my granddaughter's birthday. The cottage was comfortable for the three of us and very convenient to downtown Helen. We will definitely be back. ##### Ginny W. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark M. Dec 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Wonderful location ##### Mark M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan H. Nov 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location was fantastic and bungalow was comfortable The stay was pleasant, an enjoyable ##### Susan H. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin J. Jun 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dog friendly cabin Great location for the town and dog friendly! We had a great time and can recommend. ##### Martin J. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracy A D L. Sep 3, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Location Location,Location! Perfect Awesome stay and extremely quite. Highly recommend! ##### Tracy A D L. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael R., Pensacola, Florida Aug 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay. This place is a great place to stay. It is within walking distance to just about anything in Helen. ##### Michael R. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B. Jan 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### NYE Getaway Property is quaint and had everything we needed. Very clean. The best part is that it is within walking distance of the heart of town. Would stay here again. ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wayne P. Jun 17, 2024 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. ##### Wayne P. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna W. Jul 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location Loved this place. Near almost everything within walking distance. ##### Anna W. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cheryl B. Mar 27, 2025 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 ##### Cheryl B. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grace M. Jun 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Location! We loved the porch for our morning coffee and the sweet, so close walk into town! ##### Grace M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James B. Nov 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend Away Cottage was very clean and convenient to downtown Helen. Would definitely recommend. ##### James B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bridget M. Jul 2, 2025 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, ##### Bridget M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kenny R. Dec 22, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great stay! The property is very comfortable, and the owners are very communicative and helpful. We highly recommend this place! ##### Kenny R. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022