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Sep 14, 2026
Cozy Winter Cabin Rentals
Winter is a great time to rent a cabin in North Georgia. Hike to icicle-covered rock faces, climb Mount Yonah, or stay in by the fire with a hot tub waiting outside.
Sep 14, 2026
Free Amenities: Fireflies!
Summer evenings in North Georgia come with a free amenity: fireflies. Learn about lightning bugs in the mountains and which Georgia Mountain Rentals cabins have the best spots to see them.
Sep 14, 2026
Raven Cliffs Trail Hike
Raven Cliffs Trail is a 6.6-mile round-trip hike near Helen, Georgia with six major waterfalls and a creek running alongside most of the trail. Here's what to expect.
Sep 14, 2026
The Peaceful Road Less Traveled
Skip the crowds and find the quieter side of North Georgia. Bottoms Loop Trail, Laurel Ridge, Hemlock Falls, and the Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway are all worth the detour.
Sep 14, 2026
Hiking Waterfalls and Seeing Rainbows
Northeast Georgia has over 100 waterfalls. Hike to Anna Ruby Falls, Dukes Creek Falls, or Raven Cliff Falls from your Georgia Mountain Rentals cabin in Helen, GA.
Sep 14, 2026
Down-Time at Your Georgia Cabin Rental
Not every moment of a cabin trip needs to be packed with activity. Here are relaxing things to do at your North Georgia cabin rental, from roasting marshmallows to stargazing.
Sep 14, 2026
What Is a Studio Cabin?
Studio cabins at Georgia Mountain Rentals are one-room rentals with a full kitchen, comfortable bed, and everything you need for a simple North Georgia mountain getaway.
Sep 14, 2026
Fire Up the Grill with GMR
Every Georgia Mountain Rentals cabin has a grill. Here are easy vegetable recipes and local spots to shop for fresh produce before you fire it up in the mountains.
Sep 14, 2026
What's for Breakfast in Helen?
Find the best breakfast spots near your North Georgia cabin. From Hofer's bakery in Helen to Sweetwater Coffeehouse in Sautee Nacoochee, here's where to start your day.
Sep 14, 2026
Christmas in the Mountains 2025
Celebrate Christmas in the North Georgia mountains. Find events, parades, and festivals in Helen, Cleveland, and Sautee Nacoochee throughout December 2025.
Sep 14, 2026
Eerie Silence and Darkness Expected in Northeast Georgia
Guests traveled from across the globe to watch the 2017 Total Solar Eclipse from Helen and Sautee, GA. Here are the facts, the timeline, and what made this event so rare.
Sep 14, 2026
Frog Eats Moon During Total Solar Eclipse
The 2017 Total Solar Eclipse passed through Helen and Sautee Nacoochee, GA. Here's the Cherokee legend behind it, the science, and what guests experienced during totality.
Sep 14, 2026
Don't Leave Home Without Him
No reason to leave your dog behind. Georgia Mountain Rentals has over 15 pet-friendly cabins near Helen, GA, including properties with fenced yards and screened porches.
Sep 14, 2026
Alpine Helen 2017 Oktoberfest
Helen, GA hosts the longest-running Oktoberfest in the United States. Here's everything you need to know about the 47th Annual event: bands, hours, admission, and where to stay.
Sep 14, 2026
Top 10 Luxury Cabins for Helen Vacations
Georgia Mountain Rentals' luxury properties sit on the Chattahoochee River, face grand mountain views, or feature unique architecture. Here are the top 10, from couples to groups of 18.
Sep 14, 2026
A Sunday Drive Through Helen
A drive through Alpine Helen on the busiest Oktoberfest weekend of the year. Live music, gift shops, free Sunday Festhalle entry, and a town that nobody wanted to leave.
Sep 14, 2026
Where to Eat in Helen
From Mexican chili to Hungarian goulash and German noodle soup, Helen's restaurants serve an international spread. Here's a guide to the best places to eat in Helen, GA.
Sep 14, 2026
Vegetable Stands and Grocery Stores
All Georgia Mountain Rentals properties have fully equipped kitchens. Here's our guide to the best grocery stores, produce stands, and local markets near Helen, GA.
Sep 14, 2026
The Twelve Days of Christmas
The famous song has a hidden history. Each of the twelve gifts was a coded message for young Catholics during a time of religious persecution. Here's what each one means.
Sep 14, 2026
Trout Fishing the Hooch
The Chattahoochee River through Helen, GA is stocked with rainbow, brown, and brook trout year-round. Here's what makes the Hooch one of the top 100 trout streams in the US.