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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6124.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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Whittier, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK

Full Stream Ahead

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Get away from it all and find sweet serenity here at Full Stream Ahead, a riverfront retreat that will spoil the whole family! Boasting unobstructed views of the Tuckasegee River, a hot tub, a furnished wraparound deck, a hammock, picnic table, corn hole, horseshoes, and a firepit, you can easily spend each day at home with unlimited fun right at your fingertips. Start each morning in the fully equipped kitchen and brew a cup of coffee to enjoy out on the deck as you wave to the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Train which passes right behind the house! When days come to a close, the warmth of the gas fireplace will welcome you with open arms as everyone kicks back on the plush sofa while watching a favorite movie on the mounted TV.

Bring your fishing gear and enjoy fishing in the hatchery-supported, trout-stocked waters of The Tuck (fishing is closed in March). During the summer months bring your floats and tube down the river in the sunshine. Feel lucky? Just eight miles away is the Harrah's Cherokee Casino open 24/7. Experience the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway, both just 12 miles away if you have a few outdoorsy guests. Want to stay close but venture outside? Check out Uncle Bill's Flea Market on Highway 74E just a few miles from the cottage (between Dillsboro and Cherokee).

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by our good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
The driveway is 1.1 miles long and gravel.
4WD/traction may be required in winter.
Highway 74 has traffic in the summer. You may hear road noise.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 1. Weight limit: 15 lbs each.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Important information

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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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK?

As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK on 7 July 2026 start from AU$228, including 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 at Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Sequoyah National Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 54 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter storm Fern cut our trip short but it was a nice spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location. Had a few issues with stink bugs and warm water but other than that it was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Dec 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the issues you have encountered during your stay. We'll continue to work closely with both our local staff and the homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful getaway in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was perfect! Very well kept and clean! In such a perfect location for relaxing or visiting and riding the polar express!!You are perfectly sandwiched between a beautiful creek and a quiet railroad track! My kids (and us adults) were OVERJOYED when we saw the polar express, we just rode, come tugging down the track!We took walks and found a swinging bridge that went over the creek! What a fun adventure! The hot tub was perfect, we used the fire pit every night, there was plenty of wood supplied! And though some have said the highway next to the cabin was noisy we didn’t find any issue.We will definitely return to this beautiful cabin with all its fun amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shan W.

Perfect little get away

The sitting area by the water was so relaxing. We will be back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring Break in the Smokies

The stay was exactly what we were looking for, quiet, quant, and secluded. We enjoyed the stay and the host! Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Great place would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Great stay

Great house for guests. Great for fishing, bon fires and relaxing. I adjusted to the drive pretty quickly on the one way street. I hope to go back again soon. Loved it.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominick L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Great
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Great place

This is a wonderful place to have a family vacation. The only down side is the traffic across the river. The road going in is gravel but it's in great shape. Will be booking it again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2024
Hi Steven, thank you for sharing your positive feedback during your stay. We are pleased to know that you had a wonderful stay with us. We take guest feedback seriously and have forwarded this information to the local staff so they can review and update the home as needed for future guests. We're excited to know that you will stay with us again. Thank you for your stay, and we look forward to your future stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wedding venue preview

came in town to view daughters wedding venue, place was clean and close to venue!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
The dirt road to the house had multiple roads veering off with no signs telling us which way to go. The beds were so uncomfortable that we left a day early because we were so sore. We will never rent ANYTHING from you again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2025
Thank you, Deborah, for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the issues you have encountered during your stay. We'll continue to work closely with both our local staff and the homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Georgiana B.

Great House

The creek was great. We were able to build a fire.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wayne P.

Family vacation

The view was great the hammock I used everyday,hot tub was good .make sure you bring what you need it’s a little drive to the store.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply Amazing!

This was perfect for me and my family. We used all the amenities. Will be booking again in Spring.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was good. Had problems with a breaker continuing to trip that was tied to the hot tub, lights and tv. Not a big deal but had to unplug the hot tub to watch tv. Also pictures showed a dock at the water and there was not one. Assume it got washed away with storms but listing should be updated. Besides the road noise (which we didn't mind), area was quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ginger M.

Great Weekend Getaway

House was really clean. Had everything you need for a weekend of fun! Does take 5 minutes from main road down bumpy road which is common in the mountains. Will definitely be a returning guest!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nova N.

A must!

This house had everything you need for the perfect vacation. View, games, walks, hot tub, if you cook- a well Supplied kitchen, TV DVD player, movies, books, fire pit and even paint for rocks! A perfectly restful week! Close to attractions such as Harrah’s and seeing the Elk at dusk! I highly recommend!
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice getaway

Overall, we really enjoyed this spot. The river and the home.We have 4 teenagers and they all found something that they really liked.Unfortunately Hurricane Helene got the river deck, but there remained an easy access to the river. The fan in the master was broken, and it did take two days for the hot tub to heat up.We came Sunday through Wednesday. No neighbors :D
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2025
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us. We're delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed the river and the home, and that your teenagers found activities they liked. We appreciate your understanding regarding the hurricane damage to the river deck; we're glad to know that easy river access remained for you to enjoy. We are sorry to hear about the broken fan in the master bedroom and the hot tub taking a couple of days to heat up. Your feedback is invaluable, and we'll be sure to share this with our local team to help improve future stays. It sounds like your Sunday through Wednesday visit was wonderfully peaceful with no neighbors nearby. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us. We hope to welcome you back soon for an even better experience.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Elizabeth M.

Diamond in the Rough

Lovely spacious home, rough road to access. Once at the house it was roomy, the river was very calming and plenty of games provided inside & out. Very nice, quiet get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clay D.

Great Vacation Rental

This house checked all the boxes when looking for a rental. What a great place and excellent memories were made during our stay. The Tuck being at your back door was so fun especially traveling with kids. We fished hard. The Great Smokey Mountain Rail running right behind the house was an added bonus. Great furnishings, bedding, beds ect. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relax in the river

Right on the river with a fire pit and small deck as well, to hang out at rivers edge. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed to make our stay complete . This house is a short 10 minute drive to Dillsboro , Cherokee is about a 20 minute drive. Under the house is a great place to hang with horseshoes, Hot Tub and grill .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Great stay

We had a great experience and stay at this home. It is down an unpaved road that can be a little rough at times for a non 4-wheel vehicle. We also got a little confused trying to find the property even with the directions. The home was perfect for our family of 4 and 2 dogs. We loved the fire pit and horseshoes!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Hannah T.

Overall Great Stay

I had the pleasure of staying at the Full Stream Ahead for my graduation weekend! The house had a lovely view and plenty of space for my family and guests to be comfortable. Hot tub was in good working condition contrary to what other reviews had mentioned, however, the overall cleanliness of the home could have been better upon arrival. Driveway was not terrible after rain and plenty of parking space. We were also able to walk ten minutes to the walking bridge for some amazing photos over the river.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2024
Hi Hannah. Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our home and the wonderful view. We apologize for any cleanliness concerns and will be sure to follow up with our housekeeping team to ensure they are being more thorough. It was a pleasure to host you. Please visit again anytime.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kelley T.

Great vacay

We loved the house. The view, fire pit by the river, everything about it. Has everything you would want. It does have the busy noise from the highway but didn’t bother us at all. The ride in is long but it’s the mountains so that’s expected! So close to Cherokee and we went out and explored each day. We had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alyssa a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Overall great place

This house was absolutely perfect, a great spot to have friends/ family. The overall check in process was ok, when we arrived we found the hot tub half open and not turned on which was a bummer. It took about 24 hours to reach proper temp. The lights where out, I think a breaker was tripped. The house is well stocked. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar 2024
Hi, Alyssa, thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We sincerely apologize for the few issues you encountered during your stay. We value the opinions of our guests, and the local staff has been informed of this. They will assess and make any necessary updates to the home for the benefit of future guests. Thank you for your stay, and we hope to host you again soon.

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