Cabin

River's Edge on the Water in Bryson City

Riverside cabin with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Sitting Area with Sleeper Sofa
Full Sized Sleeper Sofa Sleeps 1-2 Comfortably
River's Edge is on the Left.  Time Flies is on the Right.  Both are available for rent.
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 441.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantahala Brewing Company
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪18 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room and Kitchen

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

River's Edge on the Water in Bryson City

This modern mini cabin is located above the banks of the Tuckaseegee River. Enjoy the perfect marriage of form and function, stunning design and all the comforts of home, even a tv on the deck! This ideal location offers views of the river as well as being just 1 minute from downtown Bryson City! Also, Deep Creek National Park is only a mile away. You can fish the day away, hike or hop on Great Smoky Mountain Railroad. So many awesome attractions right at your finger tips!

This upscale home offers a bedroom with a king bed, upgraded linens, granite counter tops, custom craftsmanship, rain shower head, a convertible sleeper sofa in the living room, private outdoor fire pit, charcoal grill and many comforts of home while putting you right in the middle of all the outdoor adventure you can handle. Whether its world class fly fishing steps from the cabin, a train ride, miles of nearby hiking, award winning breweries or a relaxing getaway you crave, you will certainly see that River's Edge is a great home base for your adventure!

What to Bring:
Firewood
Charcoal
Coffee for drip coffee maker
Coffee condiments

*We provide a starter amount of toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags etc. These are meant to last a couple of days. If you're booking a longer stay, you will want to bring more of these items.

River's Edge is so close to town but feels remote! Experience the best of both worlds here. This "Mountain Modern" house is tucked away on the banks of the Tuckasegee River with a dirt road and the Smoky Mountain Railroad fronting the property. Guests enjoy watching the tourist train pass by, especially in November and December when it's decorated for the Polar Express! Old River road is also a great resource offering prime river access or take a leisure walk down the long dirt road. The house is also only about a mile away from Deep Creek, which is park of The Smoky Mountains National Park.

Getting Around: Driving is our recommendation. Biking and walking to town are options. Be aware that there are not sidewalks between the house and town. However, people do walk this section along the side of the road. Traffic can be heavy along this stretch of road and the side of the road isn't well maintained.

1. This property has gravel parking for one standard sized Vehicle. No Trailers allowed
2. We do allow dogs for a fee. 2 dogs up to 50lbs each maximum. Please read and adhere to our pet rules while staying in our house. Once you add your dog(s) to the guest count, the pet fee will be displayed in the summary of charges. We have strick pet rules: No dogs on the furniture/bed(s) for any reason. No dogs running loose on our property. Pickup dog waste. Hair found on furniture or in linens will incur an addition charge beyond the pet fee.
3. The house has a full kitchen and almost everything you would need to prepare any meal. However, the kitchen is not stocked with condiments or supplies with the exception of a few spices and salt and pepper.
4. The sleeper sofa lays down into a full sized bed. It's comfortable for 1 to 2 people and linens are provided.
5. There are two other vacation rental dwellings on this property. Each house has its own private outdoor space.
6. The Great Smoky Mountains railway runs in front of the property. This is a scenic tourist train that runs during the day/evening/early night and is a big reason why people visit Bryson City. It does not run during the night when people generally are sleeping.

Visit our other listings for houses located at this property:
*The Ship Shak
*Time Flies

Looking for something within walking distance to Town? Check out our downtown properties:
*Bryson City Tiny House
*The Bryson City Flat
*City View

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 11:00 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
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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
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this cabin is in the city centre and 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 Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Island Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vallarta Mexican Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is River's Edge on the Water in Bryson City pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at River's Edge on the Water in Bryson City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at River's Edge on the Water in Bryson City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at River's Edge on the Water in Bryson City?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is River's Edge on the Water in Bryson City located?

Located in the heart of Bryson City, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Tuckasegee River and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Island Park and Nantahala Brewing Company are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matt M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

HVAC R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and cozy with great access to downtown and Deep Creek.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for bryson city and Smokey Mountain RR. Very clean,exactly as pictured, everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was clean and convenient to town. We had a very relaxing long weekend. Checking in and out was very easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan W.

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

Convenient quiet location

Property was very clean. Close to dining and activities of Bryson City. Also close to Fontana Lake where you can rent a boat and go out in lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

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

Nice little spot.

Good location, clean stay and thoughtful communication.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trina G.

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

Best weekend

We absolutely loved our stay at this property. It was clean and cozy. The atmosphere was so peaceful. I would highly recommend. We will definitely make another trip.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

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

Perfect one night stay!

We stayed one night and it was perfect. Very Short drive to Everett St.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva R.

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

Quiet and peaceful. Great location to downtown Bryson City.

The house was incredible, clean, cool and just the right fit for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzenne M.

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

Great Smoky Mountain Vacation

Great location to visit multiple attractions
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denyse O.

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

Nice location!

Extremely quiet, peaceful, and CLEAN! Great stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith N.

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

Incredible place Loved it!!

This little house is a few yards from a river , but the inside of this little house/cabin is fully modernized, king size bed , soo comfortable u wont want to get out, owners are so awesome, very quite but minutes from downtown Bryson, the driveway is tricky but the info they inform with gives u a heads up. Loved the stay will do again👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

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

Nice

It was a great place to spend our time😀😀😀😀😀
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

deborah s.

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

River edge

Perfect stay! Cute, clean tiny home that feels much larger
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Norman L.

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

Bryson City

Very nice tiny house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Cool Spot

Cool place. Very clean and up to date. Just the right amount of seclusion but still very close to the town and things to do, especially the Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance and tubing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth L.

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

Wonderful!

It was a really unique place… Love being on the river and quirky with the railroad track right in front, but we didn’t hear any trains. Everything we needed and was clean and appeared newly renovated. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nellie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very well stocked and the exterior and interior design was very pleasant. I liked the location on the river, close to Bryson City but felt private and remote. Important areas (bath, kitchen, sheets) were clean but as I often find most of the light fixtures and bulbs needed dusted as well as under the bed. Only stayed one night but will probably plan another longer stay in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly Q.

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

Clean and cozy

My first impression was that the place felt very clean. I enjoyed coming back to rest here after a couple long days of hiking. I had everything i needed including a comfortable bed, full kitchen and wifi. I also really enjoyed the views of the river. Check-out instructions were clear and simple. I would definitely rent here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise J.

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

Little House By the river

We loved the house and thought the decorating was really cute. Just enough room in living area for our dog crate/not sure if a large one would have fit very good. Had a wonderful time enjoying Bryson (train ride) and would absolutely recommend staying at River Edge. Thank you so much and my dog was so grateful to be able to come with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brent G.

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

Awesome Location

We enjoyed our trip out to Bryson City. The cabin is so close to Bryson City you can hit it with a rock from the front porch. I made the mistake of not reading all the information ahead of time and came down the long way via Old River Road. If you are reading this do not attempt to drive down this "road." The other side next to the railroad was much easier. Everything was great!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott J.

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

Cool little spot on the river

We went just after Helene hit NC. I was nervous about Hurricane damage and accessibility. Hosts were very nice and communicative about conditions in Bryson. We made the trip and had a great time. Everything was as described. The driveway along the tracks startled my wife but no issues after we were used to it. House is charming and small but plenty of room for a couple or small family. Enough different spaces to allow for privacy. Efficient little kitchen. Other houses are close but not on top of you and landscaping allows for privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Keara V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a really nice time. Due to overgrowth we couldn’t see much of the river and there was a lot of dust piling up on certain surfaces but overall it was clean and bed was comfy. Great location to town, very odd way to get to it across railroad tracks that isn’t quite detailed but we figured it out. The bedroom tv didn’t work. Overall we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for 2 people. Had everything we needed. Couch was a little uncomfortable but put blanket over it and was somewhat better. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot for our overnight trip. We kept commenting on how cute it was and how we should remember for the next time we are up that way!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Lisa

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We are a small group of business partners in the trade of construction, long term and vacation rentals. Everything we offer, we also designed, built and manage ourselves :)

This area drew us here as teenagers where we "lived the good life" as white water rafting guides, kayakers and avid mountain bikers. I guess you could say, we kinda FOUND ourselves here and never left. What a grand adventure we embarked on all those years ago... one that led to lifelong friendships! Our children were born here and are close friends as well. This area has been good to us and for us. We work hard but also make time to LIV! After all, what do we have besides this moment?

Liv! Life In Vacation MODE

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