When you think about a great vacation getaway in the contiguous 48 States, the gently rolling mountains of northwest Georgia may not come to mind right away. But after a few minutes of online exploration, you’ll quickly appreciate the alluring appeal of mountain cabin rentals near idyllic Helen, Georgia. Situated in the North Georgia Appalachian foothills and a short drive from Chattahoochee National Forest, Unicoi State Park, and other scenic points of interest.
North Georgia Cabin Rentals provides great mountain and creek-side views of both the Blue Ridge and Appalachian ranges. These modern mountain cabin rentals feature jacuzzi baths, hot tubs, pool tables, high-speed internet access, high-def TV with surround sound, and more. While you and your family can spend quality time simply absorbing the abundant natural splendor surrounding your mountain cabin rentals, we recommend venturing out to enjoy all the fun, exciting things to do in the area.
The nearby town of Helen recreates the charm of a faraway Alpine village with its old-world towers and cobblestone alleys. Throughout the year, Helen conducts festivals and special events including a Fourth of July extravaganza, hot air balloon race, Winefest, Volksmarch, Oktoberfest, and Christmas parade. For you outdoor enthusiasts, here is a short list of enticing activities in the immediate area:
- Be dazzled by the amazing fall foliage that colors the north Georgia mountain landscape from October through November (a must-see!);
- Hike, fish, and ride a mountain bike through Unicoi State Park;
- View spectacular waterfalls at Amicalola Falls or Anna Ruby Falls;
- Take a white water rafting adventure along the Chattooga River, designated by Congress as one of America’s “Wild and Scenic” rivers;
- Hunt for gemstone treasures–rubies, emeralds, sapphires, and more–at your own panning tables along local creeks;
- Play golf at one of a half-dozen quality golf courses around Helen, including the Nicklaus Golf Club at Birch River, designed by the master himself;
For more sedate activities, Helen offers a range of attractions:
- Oktoberfest!–one of the longest-running (5 weeks) and most popular in America;
- Charlemagne’s Kingdom, a model railroad museum with hundreds of feet of HO-scale track wending through richly detailed Alpine cities and towns that include King Ludwigs Castle and a 22-foot high Matterhorn;
- If shopping is your thing, Helen has over 200 specialty stores and boutiques selling everything from candles to cuckoo clocks. Antique shops specializing in high-quality furnishings and decor abound;
- Helen is renowned for its fine wines and the area is home to numerous vineyards, including the prize-winning Habersham and Wolf Mountain wineries. Tasting rooms are open daily;
- At dozens of Helen’s fine eating establishments, you can get German schnitzel, sauerbraten, roulade, or wurst, or more traditional southern fare like grits, homemade biscuits, and country ham, as well as steaks, seafood, deli items, candy and homemade fudge, and even funnel cake!
The North Georgia Mountains make the perfect vacation partner for our Helen Ga Cabin Rentals.
