The Rise Retreat is a five-acre sanctuary in the Chattahoochee National Forest atop Yellow Mountain overlooking the famed Blood Mountain. We are approximately 2 miles from the stunning Helton Creek Falls.

Stay in one of our seven distinctively curated cabins or five luxury suites in our Lodge.

Each cabin features a wrap-around porch with seating and extraordinary 360-degree views, a fully equipped kitchen, a gas-log fireplace, and sumptuous Scandia bedding.

The Lodge boasts one of the largest decks in Union County to take in the lush surroundings and is available for all guests to experience. Additional common areas include the conference room (available for group functions upon request) and the “Orient's Outpost” rec room featuring a pool table, viewing area, vending machines, and arcade games galore.

This restored escape is immersed in nature yet is only 20-30 miles from the quaint city of Blairsville, the German town of Helen, or the lively city of Blue Ridge.

No matter why you are coming, whether it’s a wedding, enjoying loved ones, fishing in the Georgia Mountains, hiking the Appalachian, or getting away, we invite you to leave your worries at the door and experience something different.

Whether raising a family in our chaotic world or leading a staff at a business or church, you need to reconnect with what matters.

You need a place to reset.

The problem is finding that perfect spot that offers both peace and adventure.

An experience like that shouldn’t be rare.

That’s why we’ve built the perfect destination that provides a place to pause, reset, and have fun. Welcome to something different–The Rise Retreat at Helton Falls–a stone’s throw from the Appalachian Trail in the North Georgia mountains.

Everyone loves the mountains. They’re majestic and powerful and provide the ideal location to tap into adventure and peace.

Here’s how to book the perfect spot at The Rise...

1. Pick the accommodations that are right for you. Whether you’re hiking the Appalachian trail or planning a corporate retreat, we’ve got the perfect spot.
2. Choose your dates and book through Vacasa simply and confidently.
3. Discover peace and adventure in the Georgia mountains

Book your stay today. Get what you need to continue on your journey.

• Seven custom-themed, completely renovated cabins.
• “The Lodge” boasts a 4000 square foot deck, game room, conference room, and five luxury suites.
• Minutes from Vogel State Park, beautiful golf courses, kayaking, miles of trails, farmer’s markets, vineyards, and Helton Falls.
• Two-hour drive from the Atlanta airport.
• Purchased and renovated in 2020 through 2022 by the Carpenter family and launched in 2023!

Our world needs more places where people can celebrate life’s accomplishments and make lasting memories. The Rise doors opened in 2024 to those seeking more than a place to lay their heads. We want you to leave your burdens at the door. The promise is to give grace and relaxation to those needing respite through renewal of mind, body, and spirit.

After reflecting and reconnecting with yourself, others, and the Creator, you’ll go home with a revitalized sense of purpose and hope. Whether you have a background rooted in faith or not, we want everyone to feel at peace while you’re here.

- The Carpenter Family