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“The Happy Place” River front cabin with dock

Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and fireplace

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Dining
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4764 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Mountain Rest, SC
  • Place, Oconee State Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Yellow Branch Falls
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mountain Rest

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of Yellow Branch Falls and Oconee State Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Oconee State Park - 6 min drive - 4.0 miles
  • Yellow Branch Falls - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel - 9 min drive - 5.9 miles
  • Chattooga River - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Museum of the Cherokee in South Carolina - 15 min drive - 11.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪The Last Chance Saloon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Rest Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dakota Grill - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Lakes Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬23 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

“The Happy Place” River front cabin with dock

Enjoy hanging out with family or friends on the covered front porch of this cozy mountain cabin situated right on the Chauga River. You will find this is the perfect launching spot for all the outdoor adventures Upstate SC has to offer. Your days can be spent exploring miles of hiking trails, scenic waterfalls, world-class trout fishing, whitewater rafting, local wineries and breweries, or just relaxing in the quiet by a nighttime firepit.

This 2 bedroom, 1 bath cabin is well appointed for simple pleasures and is decorated in an eclectic, vintage style. This is the perfect spot to get away from it all, but a short drive to everything!

You’ll have access to the entire space when you’re staying at “The Happy Place”. A large spacious yard and direct access to the Chauga River to enjoy all sorts of outdoor activities.

You may message or call our office for any questions or assistance!
Please dispose of all pet waste from the yard. Please see listing for all house rules.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 764 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Please dispose of all pet waste from the yard. Please see listing for all house rules.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

274691

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Mountain Rest, close to Oconee State Park, Yellow Branch Falls, and Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel. You'll also find Station Creek Cove Botanical Area and Oconee Station State Historic Site nearby.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is “The Happy Place” River front cabin with dock a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this waterfront vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen along with a garden.

Are there hot tubs at “The Happy Place” River front cabin with dock?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at “The Happy Place” River front cabin with dock?

Yes, every accommodation at “The Happy Place” River front cabin with dock comes with a porch.

“The Happy Place” River front cabin with dock Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Auto M.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our aging dog had a blast with all the outdoor smells
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin was wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heath J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was great except that we could not access live tv. My mother was not happy & it was her Bday trip
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua E.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a wonderful little cabin, we enjoyed our stay very much. Management neglected to update the listing title as the dock no longer exists. There is access to the river but no dock. We loved the location and the peace of the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised! Excellent vacation property at q value price
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mikelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal R., Wellford

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place! It's a super cute place to stay with everything we needed. The only thing I would let others know is that there is no dock as of our stay in June 2025. Getting down to the water isn't the easiest its pretty steep so we didnt get to enjoy the river like I had hoped when I originally booked it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it! Cabin was very clean and had everything we needed! Location was great for all activities Hope to get back soon
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday get away

Cute, a little hard to find, gps isn't accurate and directions are not easy to understand but poved the cabinand the property. And it was clean and most importantly pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Happy Place Cabin

Absolutely perfect place to relax by the river.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness

The Happy Place cabin in Mountain Rest SC

The cabin was nice and clean, the property was quiet and located next to a little stream which was nice to listen to while sitting on the front porch. Good proximity to Walhalla and to various hikes with numerous waterfalls.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stressed to Zen in 60 seconds!!

We had some challenges initially finding the cabin (we called mng & they were SO patient w/ us). We arrived stressed (our natural state these days) but within a minute of walking in to this cozy, CLEAN, relaxing cabin w/the sound of the river in the background...we found our Zen. We hiked, fished and enjoyed nature. The dock for the cabin was gone (probably washed away from the hurricane) so the river wasn't accesible. That was really the only disappointment. Overall highly recommend and if they replace the dock we would LOVE to stay there every year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect remote cabin!

We had a fantastic stay at this cabin with our dogs. The cabin is remote and secluded so it was peaceful and relaxing. We caught several trout and enjoyed our stay. There is a Market DG within 10 minutes of the cabin for any small needs you may have. Loved the location & cabin—would visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cabin in the mountains

The cabin and the property were very relaxing and loved the property. It is set back in the mountains. The GPS directions is wrong so follow the directions from the owner.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacay

It was short trip. Every thing was clean and neat.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori D.

Liked: Cleanliness

wonderful peaceful place

Enjoyed this little cabin in the woods
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolina P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Stay

We had an amazing time at this cabin. We enjoyed everything the place had to offer. The host was very accommodating and communicative. We would definitely come back and recommend this beautiful cabin! Thanks for sharing your place with our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly a “Happy Place”!!!

I feel so very lucky that I came across this rental for my daughter and my granddaughter and myself we had the most glorious time. The cabin is so well appointed beautifully clean lovely location just can’t say enough great things about this. Will definitely be back over and over again, thank you happy place for wonderful memories
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Neat little get away

Very nice little cabin in a rural part of SC, very close to stump house tunnel, yellow branch, and other beautiful natural wonders. The only issue we had was the part of the river that the cabin has access to had rocks that were jagged and a little hard to traverse. Other than that it was a great little get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Much needed R & R

Everything was just as advertised. The cabin was so quiet and comfy; everything worked perfectly and the kitchen was well stocked with the pots, pans, utensils and everything else I needed for cooking meals. The directions were spot on and the host was super responsive - I'll be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael M., Columbia, South Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Great location with plenty to do close by. Hope to be back at some point.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024