Cartecay Landing

Create lasting memories at Cartecay Landing, a unique pet-friendly riverfront retreat just 10 minutes from downtown Ellijay and only about 25 minutes from downtown Blue Ridge.. Unlike many mountain cabins, you'll enjoy an easy drive with paved roads all the way to the property. Relax in the hot tub overlooking the Cartecay River, gather around the fire pit under the stars, cast a fishing line from the backyard, or spend the day tubing and kayaking right from the property.

Please Note: The hot tub deck and front porch are newly constructed additions to Cartecay Landing. The pressure-treated wood is still drying and will be stained/painted once it has properly cured. The spaces are fully usable and available for guests to enjoy during their stay.

Located just steps from the Mulkey Road take-out area, Cartecay Landing offers easy access to the Cartecay River Experience. Guests can walk to the take-out area and catch the shuttle to the rental location, where they can rent tubes or kayaks or arrange shuttle service if bringing their own equipment. Choose the Adventure River Experience to float back to the Mulkey Road take-out area or continue on to Cartecay Landing's private beach access.

Perfect for families and groups, the property features a 2-bedroom, 1-bath main cabin plus a private riverfront guest cottage just steps away with its own queen-sized bed, twin-sized sofa bed, bathroom, kitchenette, screened porch, and separate entrance.

Highlights
• Easy access via paved roads all the way to the cabin
• Direct riverfront location on the Cartecay River
• Just steps from the Mulkey Road river take-out and shuttle area
• Shuttle access to Cartecay River Experience for tubing and kayaking
• Adventure River Experience with the option to float back to the property's private beach access
• Hot tub overlooking the river
• Fire pit with Adirondack chairs by the water
• Picnic table near the beach access area
• Two screened porches overlooking the river
• High-speed Wi-Fi throughout
• Roku Smart TVs throughout the property
• Cornhole, cocktail arcade table, tabletop air-hockey, board games, puzzles, and books
• Dog-friendly – Up to 2 well-behaved dogs welcome ($200 pet fee per stay)
• Sleeps up to 9 guests

Main Cabin
• Bedroom 1: Queen bed
• Bedroom 2: Twin-over-full bunk bed with an additional twin trundle
• Living room with full sleeper sofa and 65" Roku TV
• Full bathroom with walk-in shower and bidet
• Gas log fireplace for cozy mountain evenings
• Fully equipped kitchen with cookware, dishes, utensils, regular drip coffee maker/Keurig
• Dining table for 4 plus seating for 8 at the oversized island

Outdoor Living

The outdoor spaces are where Cartecay Landing truly shines. Enjoy your morning coffee while listening to the river from the screened porch, spend the afternoon tubing or kayaking, and end the day soaking in the hot tub overlooking the water.

• Newly added hot tub deck and front porch — staining/painting to be completed once the pressure-treated wood has cured.
• Private hot tub with river views
• Large riverside deck with dining table seating for 6
• Propane grill connected directly to the home's propane line—no tanks to replace
• Fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs
• Picnic table near the river's edge
• Screened porch off the main cabin featuring comfortable patio seating and a TV
• Additional screened porch attached to the guest cottage overlooking the river
• Cornhole and lawn darts for outdoor fun

Private Guest Cottage
• Queen bed
• Twin sleeper sofa
• Full bathroom with walk-in shower and bidet
• Kitchenette with full-size refrigerator, microwave, Keurig coffee maker, and 2-burner portable electric cooktop
• Roku TV
• Bistro table and chairs
• Private screened porch overlooking the river

Entertainment

Whether you're looking for outdoor adventure or a relaxing night in, there's something for everyone:
• Cocktail-style arcade table
• Tabletop air hockey
• Puzzles
• Board games
• Books
• Smart TVs throughout the property
• Cornhole and lawn darts
• Fishing, tubing, and kayaking right outside your door (bring your own poles, tubes, and kayaks)

Dog-Friendly

We know vacations are even better when the whole family can come along—including your four-legged family members! Cartecay Landing welcomes up to 2 well-behaved dogs with a $200 pet fee per stay. We kindly ask that dogs are house-trained, cleaned up after, kept off the furniture, and not left unattended unless crated so we can continue offering a pet-friendly experience for future guests.

Connectivity

Cell phone service can be limited depending on your carrier, which is common in the North Georgia mountains. The property offers high-speed Wi-Fi throughout, and if your phone supports Wi-Fi Calling, you'll be able to make and receive calls while connected. As with any mountain location, internet service may occasionally be interrupted due to severe weather or outages affecting the local provider.

Location

Enjoy the peace and privacy of the river while staying close to everything North Georgia has to offer. Cartecay Landing is just 10 minutes from downtown Ellijay and approximately 25 minutes from downtown Blue Ridge, giving you easy access to restaurants, wineries, apple orchards, hiking trails, shopping, and outdoor adventures.

A Note About the Location

One of Cartecay Landing's biggest advantages is its location just steps from the Mulkey Road take-out area, making it incredibly convenient for enjoying the Cartecay River. Guests can walk to the take-out area and catch the shuttle to the Cartecay River Experience, where they can rent tubes and kayaks.

Tubing & Kayaking: Cartecay River Experience currently offers tube rentals for $15 and kayak rentals for $30. Cash is recommended. Pickup from the Mulkey Road take-out area may be available if space permits. Guests bringing their own tubes or kayaks may also be able to arrange shuttle service for a fee. Rental prices and shuttle availability are subject to change, so we recommend confirming current details directly with Cartecay River Experience.

For the Adventure River Experience, guests can enjoy a scenic float down the Cartecay River and return to the Mulkey Road take-out area—or continue downstream to Cartecay Landing's private beach access, allowing you to finish your river adventure right at your own vacation rental.

The Lazy River Experience ends at a different location, so guests should choose the Adventure River Experience if they want the option of returning to the Mulkey Road take-out area or continuing to the property's beach access.

During tubing season, shuttle buses and guests are frequently present along the road in front of the property. You'll be able to see some of this activity from the front yard through the landscaping. However, the backyard, riverside deck, screened porches, hot tub, fire pit, and beach access are tucked away behind the home and offer a much more private, peaceful setting where the sound of the Cartecay River is what you'll notice most.

Additional Information

Gilmer County Short-Term Rental Host License: 005340

Rental Agreement
Guests are required to sign a separate rental agreement within 48 hours of booking. For last-minute reservations, the agreement must be completed before check-in instructions are released.

Security Deposit
A $500 security deposit hold is required 2 days prior to arrival. This is a temporary authorization (not a charge) and will be automatically released after checkout, provided there is no damage to the property or violations of the rental agreement.

Weather & Travel Insurance
Weather in the North Georgia mountains can be unpredictable and is outside of our control. Severe weather may occasionally impact road conditions, power, internet, or other utility services. Refunds cannot be issued for weather-related events or interruptions caused by circumstances beyond our control. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance for added peace of mind in case your plans are affected.

Whether you're floating the river, grilling dinner on the deck, enjoying a family game night, or relaxing by the fire with the sound of the water in the background, Cartecay Landing offers a riverfront experience that's hard to find anywhere else in North Georgia.