There's a particular kind of quiet that only happens with a rod in your hand and the river moving past your boots. At Ocoee River Retreat, you don't have to drive to find it — you just walk down the steps. This 4-bedroom riverfront cabin in Copperhill, Tennessee puts 100 feet of private Ocoee River frontage at your feet, so the first cast of the morning can happen before the coffee's even cool.
Your Own Stretch of the Ocoee
Most fishing trips start with a hike to the water. Here, the water is the backyard. Wade in from the bank, cast off the deck, or work the seams and pockets along your private frontage. The Ocoee runs cold and clear through the Copper Basin, and the riverfront here is yours for the weekend — no crowds, no jockeying for a spot, just you and the current.
Trout Country, Top to Bottom
You're in the heart of one of the Southeast's best cold-water fisheries. The upper Ocoee and the nearby Toccoa and Hiwassee tailwaters are classic trout water, and there's smallmouth to be had as well. Pack the fly rod and the spinning gear both — you'll want options. A Tennessee fishing license is required, and it's easy to grab one online before you arrive.
- 100ft of private Ocoee River frontage — fish from the deck or the bank
- Kayak and tube launch right off the property to reach new water
- Minutes from the Toccoa and Hiwassee tailwater trout fisheries
- River deck with seating to clean up, relax, and tell the story
- Sleeps 8 — bring the fishing crew or the whole family
The Whole Day on the Water
Launch a kayak from the property and float to a new run. Drift a line in the morning mist, then trade the rod for a paddle in the afternoon. When you're done, the river deck is waiting — a place to dry the waders, fire up the chimenea, and watch the light go gold on the water. Two hours from Atlanta, it's the rare fishing cabin where the commute is the easy part.
Fishing FAQ
Can you fish from the cabin?
Yes — the cabin has 100 feet of private Ocoee River frontage. You can fish right from the deck and the bank without leaving the property.
What kind of fish are here?
The upper Ocoee and the nearby Toccoa and Hiwassee tailwaters are known for trout, and the river also holds smallmouth bass and other species.
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes, a valid Tennessee fishing license is required. You can buy one online from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency before you arrive.