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Waterfront cabin - quick/easy access to surrounding areas

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In the backyard by the river!
Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Kayaking behind cabin

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Whittier, NC
  • Sequoyah National Golf Club
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪93 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Waterfront cabin - quick/easy access to surrounding areas

Guests are sure to enjoy a memorable vacation in this fully furnished, 2 bedroom/1 bath cabin on the river. Both bedrooms have a queen size bed with 800 thread count sheets . Nearby are hiking trails,numerous beautiful waterfalls ,a casino, great places to eat and shop, Great Smokey Mountain Railroad and whitewater rafting. Or if you prefer just stay at the cabin and go fishing. Spend a relaxing evening in,build a fire in the fire pit by the river, barbecue, or just read a book by the river or in your bedroom to enjoy the soothing sound of the water. The living room is furnished with brand new sofa, bench and chair. The kitchen is perfect for dining as it is equipped with new everything (fridge, electric burners, microwave, toaster oven, cabinets, basic utensils and cookware) etc. Bryson City is just 5 miles and Cherokee 4 miles.

Also includes towels, bedding, WiFi, cable, heating/AC and there are a few fishing poles you can use.

Location is convenient for day trips through the Great Smokey Mountains, to Tennessee, Georgia, South Carolina, Asheville. Nearby areas to hike and enjoy nature. The central location of this property to so many cities, parks, waterfalls, etc., really is one of the most appreciated factors for our guests. See below for some example itineraries.

*Our guests recommend a day trip to go to various waterfalls and parks. In this order they visited: Tallulah Gorge State Park - deepest gorge this side of the Mississippi with a suspension bridge over the gorge/river for those brave enough to make the trip down the steps (more accessible view points throughout Tallulah Gorge State Park), then over to Isaqueena Falls- if you're brave you can also venture into Stumphouse Tunnel in the same area. By 1859, the State of South Carolina had spent over a million dollars on the tunnel and refused to spend any more on the project, therefore the tunnel work was abandoned. The tunnel had been excavated to a length of 1,617 feet of the planned 5,863 total feet. From there they turned back toward home and stopped at Dry Falls, a roaring waterfall which has a path you can walk behind the falls. Some pictures from these locations included to give an idea of local attractions to visit.

Guests have also recommended spending a day traveling through the Great Smokey Mountain and exit directly into Gatlinburg, Tennessee which they described as one of the most fun tourists towns they've visited with many attractions for all interests (they particularly enjoyed Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies) and fun specialty shops and restaurants on their main street. Also if you need a place for a couple extra people, the bottom cabin sleeps 2 VRBO #2471341

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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 19
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Can't have a lot of people.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Can't have a lot of people.
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Whittier

Located in Whittier, this cabin is on the waterfront. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Oconaluftee Indian Village are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Nantahala National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and horse riding.
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Whittier, NC

What's nearby

  • Sequoyah National Golf Club - 8 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 8 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Smoky Mountain Country Club - 10 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 132 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Osaka Sushi Bar & Asian Cuisine - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront cabin - quick/easy access to surrounding areas pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterfront cabin - quick/easy access to surrounding areas?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront cabin - quick/easy access to surrounding areas?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront cabin - quick/easy access to surrounding areas located?

This family-friendly Whittier cabin is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Tuckasegee River and Nantahala National Forest. Indian Creek Falls and Tom Branch Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 202 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ray L., Tinley Park

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation
Kathy was a great host. The cabin was comfortable and had everything you would need including some pantry items, towels, area information, board games, fishing gear, etc. Not having an oven was a minor inconvenience. It was nice to have lunch on the river and a campfire at night. We experienced all weather conditions, rainy and cold and sunny and warm. The cabin is in a less congested part of town but you can easily get to Cherokee or Bryson City. Staying here allowed us to see a lot of what the North Carolina side of the mountains had to offer vs the heavily crowded Gatlinburg area. We did explore all areas of the mountain though, the scenic drives never get old. The nearby Fontana Lake area had great scenery. Overall, I would definitely recommend. Kathy was really nice and left us a cake which was a nice touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean great location
Close to everything. Beds are very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy Access, beautiful view of the river
Great fishing weekend with family! The cabin was very clean and very easy access! Flat entrance and parking area. Nice for myself,husband and adult son. Would recommend.The river area was very nice, enjoyed the swing for a little relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ward H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
River stay
Had a great time. My buddy and I are big fly fisherman and the house was just what we were looking for. Close to towns and has river access. Unfortunately we had to leave a day early because of weather, but that’s what happens when you plan a trip poorly! Also, most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in. Was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good times
Very, very nice and clean cabin the host and owner are very very nice down to earth people spoke with them while they’re a couple times. Very good people river right behind the cabin. You can fish in very beautiful me. My dad and my brother stayed and we all loved it, you couldn’t ask for nothing no better If you’re up this way and need a great cabin to stay in that I’ll sleep at least four people. This is ideal. Like I said, the host and her husband are very, very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Fun
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herman F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Very clean and location was greag
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I took my family for the weekend and we had a lovely time. It was centrally located very clean, secure, friendly area with a great view that met all of our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Weekend Stay
Our stay couldn't have been better. The property is very convenient to both Bryson City and Cherokee. The rooms were very clean and the beds comfortable. We will definitely return when we visit the area in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
We enjoyed our stay here. River view was nice. Great instructions on refigerator upon arrival. Thank you for a good experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay!
This was a PERFECT place directly on the river! We spent every morning having coffee by the river and some evenings cooking on the BBQ pit right next to the river. We could hear the roaring river from our bedroom. The host was very sweet and accomidating. We felt right at home. Also, close by you can go tubing and or white water rafting.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed!
Perfect location for our trip to Cherokee, Bryson City and the Smokies. Centrally located and easy to access. The river in the back yard created a beautiful setting! Wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Shannon H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot between Bryson City and Cherokee
Loved everything about the property except the floors could use a good mopping. Kind of sticky. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

tosha b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on the river!
The property was great and it was just as the hostess stated in the listing. Loved the decor and hearing the river and watching my family fish was great. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Great location beautiful view of the river
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding stay
Perfect location close to Bryson City and National Park. Clean, quaint, right on water, beds so do comfy. Thanks Kathy & VRBO. Steve & Aaron
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Accuracy of Online Listing
We were expecting a stand alone cabin but instead it was an upstairs apartment. Owners stay below. They were very friendly. It was clean and inviting. The view was beautiful. We also were prepared to cook in an oven for dinner. But found it only had a toaster oven.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Wonderful long weekend
We enjoyed everything about this house. We had great access to the river which was the reason I picked this house. It’s close to anything you want to do. We were visiting our daughter at WCU and she decided to stay with us, the owner put a small bed up when I told them she was staying. The beds are very soft and you can hear the river while you sleep. I will definitely stay again on our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location
Disappointed
My spouse and I read how location was great. Easy access to river. Admired swing and picnic table for lunch or dinner or enjoy the deck. I have several medical issues and had just found out my hemoglobin was 8.3 almost blood transfusions level. Scheduled to receive an iron infusion. Wanted to get away and sit by the river to calm and reflect on my upcoming treatments. The apartment is above owners home. Deck is down a hill, that of which you have to walk down and back up to the highway you’re sitting on. At a busy bridge! I called the owner just to see if we could get a partial refund or anything back of our 600.+ Only to be told how sick she was and we could go over between the bridge and the neighbors to drive down to the river. We did that and the swing and picnic table were rotten. My husband 195 lbs sat on the swing and a board broke. We did not stay. We locked up and went somewhere else. We were very disappointed with the location and the owners lack of compassion. Would not recommend if you’re not capable of a hike down and back up a nice hill from the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain getaway
Very nice property, excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Brian O.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Not the whole house
This is just an upstairs apartment. Not the whole house. Listing doesn’t say anything about owner living in the basement. Reasonably clean. But not great. Front door wouldn’t latch, you have to use the deadbolt to keep it closed securely. Nice view off the deck, but it’s not at your apartment, it’s off the owners house that lives under. There is no washer and dryer. I suspect they expect you to use theirs which seemed too weird to ask about. All that being said, it was a comfortable place with a soft bed in a location that had easy access to nearby points of interest.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karla H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome getaway!
This cabin was just what we needed! It was only a short distance from Western Carolina, Bryson City, and Cherokee. The view was beautiful each morning, as we could simply look out the window and see the river and the morning fog on the mountains. Awesome place!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity
The view is beautiful. Sitting out by the river was so peaceful. The cottage has everything you need and is very close to Cherokee!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place on the water
Nice cabin with a good location. Host was very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing vacation
We were very comfortable staying at this cabin for 2 weeks. Our grandchildren each stayed with us for a week so there was plenty of room for the 3 of us. We ate and preparred every meal at the cabin and there was adaquate pots , pans and dishes. We were not aware there was not an oven but we made do with the microwave, toaster oven, cooktop and grill. Internet signal strength was great. The owners were very pleasant, helpful, and allowed/encouraged us to utilize the spacious decks overlooking the river. They even helped us set up a fish cleaning station for the trout we caught and preparred for meals. They just couldn't have been more helpful. This was a delightful place to sta, we hope we can return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

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