Nestled in a quiet gated golf community, Fernweh offers relaxation and adventure in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Unwind with fresh mountain air or get out to explore Oktoberfest, hiking trails, and nearby downtown Helen.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8167 sq m
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
The current price is ¥40,847
¥40,847
¥90,642 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
FREE wood! Walk to town! Hot tub, arcade pub, fire pit! Private, gated community
"This is the perfect choice for your vacay to Helen. From the beautiful decor to the amazing deck with hot tub, fireplace an tv to the fire pit to the comfy beds to the super helpful and responsive host! Don't miss this one!" - Anne
KITCHEN AND DINING:
At the Fernweh, cooking is a delight as the kitchen is fully stocked. The full-service luxury coffee bar means you can wake up an brew your favorite cup wether it's drip, Keurig pods, French press, steep a variety of tea and mix up hot chocolate for the kids.
For a sweet treat, head to Hofer's Bakery to get your freshly bake apple strudel and linzer cookies - pull up a stool at the island and enjoy!
Later gather your group at the Bavarian-style dinner table (seating 8 people) that resembles the ones in the Oktoberfest tents in Munich! If you prefer to get takeout, try out Spice 55 for some fantastic Thai food just 3 minutes away!
The living area was professionally designed to bring in that German charm. Come together to watch a movie or play a game of cards while you smile reflecting on the day's adventures.
Just past the kitchen is the Fernweh's back deck - an impeccably furnished outdoor living room! Listen to the crackle of the wood fire while the kids roast marshmallows by the fire pit.
Watch your favorite show as you soak in the hot tub - with the privacy of mature trees. The back deck is your personal escape - just minutes away from Helen.
Outdoor Amenities: •Hot tub •Fire pit •Fireplace •Outdoor TV •Outdoor Sofa •6 Adirondack Chairs •EV Charger
BEDROOMS AND BATHS:
The Fernweh features 3 spacious bedrooms that include 4 king beds and 2 brand-new professionally designed bathrooms.
The main floor en-suite bedroom, just off the living room and laundry, has a king bed and a full bathroom.
Upstairs are two bedrooms, the first has two king beds with a dedicated workspace and the second has another king bed with 2 seating chairs.
An extra room is located upstairs to whisk you away to Oktoberfest right in the comfort of your own home! With Oktoberfest ribbons, a pub table, and arcade games, there is plenty of entertainment for adults and kids alike.
Bedroom and Bathroom Amenities: •4 king beds •2 full bathrooms •1 arcade/Oktoberfest room •Towels, sheets, & linens provided •Toiletries provided
"This was our second stay at this home! We came 7 months ago, and our 2 year old begged us to take her back! The game room is so much fun! The outdoor setup with hot tub, TV, and fireplace was our favorite. Gated community makes you feel extra safe. We will definitely be back" - Meghan
TOP 5 REASON TO STAY AT THE FERNWEH...
1. LOCATION The perfect combination of peaceful retreat and modern convenience. Downtown Helen: 1.5 miles away Unicoi State Park: 2 miels away Hot tub: 10 feet away
2. OKTOBERFEST ROOM Wow your guests as your experience your very own Oktoberfest room complete with a pub table and arcade games for the entire group!
3. PRIVACY The Fernweh is located in a private gated golf community. Have the luxury of being close to town while being able to sit out back in the hot tub with a view of the woods watching your favorite movie.
4. PROFESSIONALLY DESIGNED FOR YOU This home has been professionally designed with you in mind! From the fully stocked. coffee bar, to an EV charger if you need one, to the covered patio where you curl up to a wood-burning fire...memories await!
5. PERSONAL 5-STAR SERVICE We have a team of hospitality specialists to make your stay perfect. Superhost Ashley will ensure your guest experience is 5 stars and our maintenance team and cleaners will ensure the property is ready for your arrival!
AROUND TOWN:
When you stay at The Fernweh, you are planting yourself in Georgia's very own little German town, Alpine Helen. It's a small Bavarian-inspired village filled with mountain activities, restaurants, and little shops.
Just a short drive or leisurely stroll will take you downtown (1.5 miles) where you can enjoy a German beer, float the river, or try rolled ice cream (say hi to Charlie, the owner!)
IF you plan on visiting in the fall, you must come for Oktoberfest! Or come for the Christmas Market or for the New Year's Eve Edelweiss Drop, where the town lights up.
If you have plans to visit Helen in the summer, hike the Blue Ridge Mountains and then float down the Chattahoochee River. Springtime bring blooming Dogwood and the Bavarian Fest and Hot Air Balloon Festival in May.
Our hope is that you will come and stay with us every season to truly experience all that this wunderbar area has to offer!
Alpine Helen Village, 1.5 miles away: •Betty's General Store •Hansel & Gretel's Bakery Cafe •Hofer's Bakery & Cafe •The Heidelberg - German •Mountain Fresh Creamery - world-class ice cream! •Muller's Cafe - famous friend cheese! •Spice 55 - Thai & Sushi •Sweet Charlie's - ice cream bar
•Georgia Mountain Coaster •The Lock Gate on the Chattahooche - the love locks!
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
No pets on furniture
Pets must be crated in your absence-not just locked in a room or freely roaming the house
Pets must be leashed when outside
Pick up pet waste with provided waste bags
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Located in Helen, this vacation home is next to a golf course and near a water park. Helen Festhalle and Black Bear Dinner Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Nora Mill Granary and Hardman Farm Historic Site. Traveling with kids? Consider Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park and Alpine Mini Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Helen travel guide
Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Helen Festhalle
19 min walk - 1.7 km
Helen Arts & Heritage Center
3 min drive - 2.0 km
Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Innsbruck Resort & Golf Club
12 min walk - 1.1 km
Getting around
Atlanta, GA (PDK-DeKalb-Peachtree)
94 min drive
Restaurants
Helen Festhalle
3 min drive
Bigg Daddys Restaurant & Tavern
18 min walk
Cowboys & Angels
4 min drive
The Troll Tavern
4 min drive
Campfire Gather Round
17 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is FREE wood! Walk to town! Hot tub, arcade pub, fire pit! Private, gated community pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at FREE wood! Walk to town! Hot tub, arcade pub, fire pit! Private, gated community?
As of Mar 25, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at FREE wood! Walk to town! Hot tub, arcade pub, fire pit! Private, gated community on Mar 26, 2026 start from ¥40,847, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at FREE wood! Walk to town! Hot tub, arcade pub, fire pit! Private, gated community?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at FREE wood! Walk to town! Hot tub, arcade pub, fire pit! Private, gated community?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is FREE wood! Walk to town! Hot tub, arcade pub, fire pit! Private, gated community located?
This family-friendly Helen vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Chattahoochee River, Helen Tubing & Helen Water Park, and Alpine Helen/White County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Alpine Mini Golf and Helen Festhalle are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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FREE wood! Walk to town! Hot tub, arcade pub, fire pit! Private, gated community Reviews
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The house was clean and exactly as mentioned. House provided a great space to enjoy the holiday weekend with friends. Host communicated throughout our stay.
House is beautiful and warm. Host so easy to talk to and accommodating. Easy to get into town and have peaceful time back at home. Kids loved the game room
We had a wonderful time. Plenty of room for our family. Enough supplies for all of us in the kitchen and with linens. Loved the fireplace. It rained so we didn’t get to enjoy the fire pit. Beds were comfortable.
We had three generations staying at this house. My parents were able to stay in the downstairs bedroom, so they didn't have to contend with stairs. My three children stayed in the HUGE bedroom with 2 beds. My husband and I were in the third bedroom. The house is so cute! The hot tub is fantastic after a day walking around Helen. The fire pit is fun for making s'mores. The game room will keep your kids occupied if you want to take a nap. While the house is technically only a mile or two from town, it is at the top of a steep hill. So you will most likely want to drive and park downtown. Ashley is very responsive if you have any problems at all. And she is extremely kind and friendly. The bedding is very comfortable and the house is very clean. We will absolutely stay here again.
This is a great house for a family, had all the little amenities that you need and was decorated very thoughtfully. My kids loved the game room, and the back porch was amazing. We spent most of our time out back with the fire and hot tub!
My family spent Thanksgiving in Helen and the house was a perfect fit for us. The game room and the hot tub was a favorite for us all. It really shows that the owners want to make their home very comfortable and homey for their guests. We made awesome memories in Helen and thanks for letting us stay!
Our group of 5 women had an amazing stay! We loved the space and adorable decor, the cleanliness and the most amazing porch! The hot tub was perfect and a great place to watch college football:) We felt safe during our stay and walked back and forth from town several times. The hill is a bit of a hike, but we survived!
The house was amazing! Very clean, in a great neighborhood, and really close to town. We loved the rear deck with covered seating area, tv, and hot tub. After a full day of walking around the town of Helen and tubing down the river, we grilled out steaks on the grill and had a really relaxing dinner. We had a great time.