Our Coosawattee River Resort rentals near downtown Ellijay, Georgia, offer relaxing and entertaining amenities inside and outside — from cozy fireplaces and game rooms to fire tables and hot tubs. Peaceful views, easy self check-in, and the comforts of home (Wi-Fi, linens, full kitchens, king beds, etc.) elevate your cabin rental getaway in the North Georgia Mountains.
You can purchase access to troves of resort amenities, including 4 parks, a stocked lake, a mini-golf course, 3 swimming pools, rec center games, tennis courts, and more. We even have pet-friendly cabins in Coosawattee River Resort, so you can bring the whole family! Browse our current selection of resort cabins and book your memorable retreat today.
Outdoor Fun in Coosawattee River Resort
Stretched across 5,500 acres, surrounded by forest, met by the Cartecay and Ellijay Rivers, and packed with stellar community amenities, Coosawattee River Resort offers tons of outdoor extras for your North Georgia Mountain retreat. Plus, enjoy majestic Blue Ridge Mountain views and dazzling river views as the Coosawattee River bows and bends for 12 miles through the family-friendly, dog-friendly community. And if you love North Georgia wildlife viewing, deer often hang around the community and even walk right up to our cozy cabin rentals!
While staying at our Coosawattee River Resort vacation rentals, you can explore Beaver Bend, Beaver Forest, Beaver Lake, and Eagle Mountain — 4 resort zones loaded with fun things to do with your partner, family, and friends.
Swimming
Splash, wade, and sunbathe at 2 outdoor pools – the Riverside Pool for fun-loving families and the Foxhound Pool for relaxing vibes. Inside the Coosawattee River Resort Recreation Center, there’s even a Junior Olympic-size pool plus a kiddie pool; both are heated pools for year-round use.
Fishing & Kayaking
Cast a line for trout, kayak, canoe, and swim in Carters Lake or go fishing in the catch-and-release pond, aka Beaver Lake. If you’re planning to head out in the morning or evening, do keep an eye out for passing wildlife on the shore.
Picnicking & Camping
Featuring picnic tables, grills, campsites, firepits, playgrounds, pavilions, and mesmerizing riverfront views, the 4 Coosawattee River Resort parks — Canoe Park, East Park, Fish Trap Park, and North Park — offer the perfect setting for more outdoor fun together. There’s even an RV park for added guests that has its own bathhouse.
Playing Games
Liven up your Coosawattee River Resort hideaway with fun games in the community! Shoot hoops at the basketball court and play pickleball or tennis. A game room in the CRR Rec Center boasts arcade games, a pool table, an air hockey table, a ping pong table, a foosball table, and a claw machine with prizes. Outside, there’s even an 18-hole miniature golf course!
Event Planning
Planning birthday parties, corporate meetings, stunning weddings, or celebrations of any kind can be held in the Water Tower Conference Center, which seats 200 and offers lovely mountain views for your special occasion. For lighter events, we recommend the Fireplace Room. You can rent these spaces via the Reservations Office at 706.640.4038.
Amenity Cards
When you arrive at Coosawattee River Resort, you can purchase amenity cards, each valid for 4 guests, at the resort office. Not interested in all the amenities? You can fish at the catch-and-release pond, walk nearby trails, explore the 4 parks, enjoy lunch at the picnic areas, and take the kids to the playgrounds for FREE!
