Wake up to the sound of the Cartecay River flowing just steps from your door. Branches on the Cartecay is a 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom riverfront cabin sleeping up to 10 guests — just 10 minutes from downtown Ellijay and 19 miles from Blue Ridge, entirely on paved roads.
The Outdoors
Step outside to your private riverfront with direct fishing access to one of Georgia's best mountain rivers. The Cartecay is home to Rainbow Trout, Redeye Bass, Spotted Bass, Bluegill, and more — your fishing hole is literally your backyard. Soak in the private hot tub with sweeping treetop and mountain views, gather around the outdoor fire pit for s'mores under the stars, or relax under the covered outdoor pavilion while watching wildlife along the riverbank. Walk out the neighborhood gate to the adjacent 2,100-acre Rich Mountain Wildlife Management Area — one of North Georgia's premier destinations for hiking and mountain biking.
The Game Room
Challenge your crew to pool, ping pong, or just kick back with the built-in entertainment setup. The game room also features a queen pull-out sofa bed, extending sleeping capacity to 10 guests total.
The Bedrooms
Four private bedrooms configured for comfort — 3 kings and 1 queen — with 3 full bathrooms serving the entire cabin. Plenty of space for families, friend groups, or a multi-family getaway.
The Location
Branches sits in a secure gated community just 10 minutes from downtown Ellijay on all paved roads — no dirt roads, no navigation stress, no clearance issues. From here you're perfectly positioned for everything North Georgia has to offer:
Ellijay's apple orchards, vineyards, and farm-to-table restaurants
Blue Ridge and the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway (19 miles)
Tubing and rafting on the Cartecay and Ellijay Rivers
Mountain biking trails at Fort Mountain State Park
Georgia Apple Blossom Festival (May)
Dancing Goats FolkFest (September)
Georgia Apple Festival (October)
Guest Access
The entire cabin is yours — fully private with exclusive riverfront access and the added security of a gated community.