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Family Friendly, Bryson City, Tsali, GSM Railway, Nantahala

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Retreat in the Smokies
Welcome! We'd be honored to have you as our guest.
Relax and enjoy the peacefulness of the mountains
Living area
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer/dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Almond, NC
  • Place, Nantahala River
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Fontana Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Family Friendly, Bryson City, Tsali, GSM Railway, Nantahala

Newly built vacation home in Almond, NC located near Bryson City, Nantahala Outdoor Center, Tsali Recreational Area & Cherokee, Tail of the Dragon, Cherohala Skyway

3 bedroom 2.5 bath
Master bath has a garden tub and walk-in shower
Upstairs bath has a tub/shower
There is a half bath on the first floor
Located on a very quiet and secluded mountain
Sleeps 6
2 Queen size beds and a double futon (new pillow top mattresses)
Linens and towels provided with a washer/dryer in rental (includes beach towels, too)
Gas fireplace
Fully equipped kitchen including dishwasher, microwave and ice maker, toaster and coffee maker, crockpot, blender and much more. Just like home.
50" Smart TV, Netflix, Roku, DVD player, Internet, WIFI; antennae for local stations
Games to enjoy in the evenings
Fire pit and we include the firewood
Back deck with Weber grill, table and umbrella
Smoking permitted outdoors

Within a few miles you can enjoy kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, tubing, fishing, golfing, Whitewater rafting, zip lining, horseback riding, 20 minutes from Harrah's Casino, 10 minutes from Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, scenic drives and near Blue Ridge Parkway, waterfalls, 3 miles from Tsali Recreation Area for biking, boating, hiking and horseback riding, 40 minutes to Waynesville, 1 hour to Asheville, 1 hour to Gatlinburg

Bikers welcome. This home is not wheelchair accessible.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please give # of children & ages
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking outside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Just put towels and sheets in the laundry room
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please notify us immediately if there is a problem with the ac/heat, any appliance, fireplace or plumbing.
The fireplace is a gas log fireplace, therefore, no burning paper or anything in the fireplace.
No discharging of firearms.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bryson City Gem Mine and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hunting.
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Almond, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala River - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Fontana Lake - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 16 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 19 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 31 min drive - 40.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 138 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪River's End Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kallistos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bubbalou's Riverside BBQ - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Family Friendly, Bryson City, Tsali, GSM Railway, Nantahala pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Family Friendly, Bryson City, Tsali, GSM Railway, Nantahala?

As of 15 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Family Friendly, Bryson City, Tsali, GSM Railway, Nantahala on 29 June 2026 start from AU$236, 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 Family Friendly, Bryson City, Tsali, GSM Railway, Nantahala?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Friendly, Bryson City, Tsali, GSM Railway, Nantahala?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Friendly, Bryson City, Tsali, GSM Railway, Nantahala?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Family Friendly, Bryson City, Tsali, GSM Railway, Nantahala located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Nantahala River and Fontana Lake. Swain County Park is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great! Kids loved the toys and games. The fireplace was nice. There was plenty of space. Kitchen had everything we needed. Hosts were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in the area for a family function in Bryson City. This was a great house to recharge & rest. Our host were super friendly & communicated very well. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zhuo C.

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

Great location for a great stay

House was well maintained, clean and well supplied. Great location too, close to a lot of activities, we would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2021
So glad you all enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure meeting the two of you and we'd love to have you come again.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Beautiful new construction home. The owners thought of all the small details.

Conviently located to area attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for staying in our home. It was great meeting both of you and we're glad you enjoyed your stay. You're welcome back any time you visit the area. We are conveniently located to shopping, hiking, Whitewater rating, tubing, waterfalls, mountain biking, fishing, swimming, boating, etc. There's so much to do and so close, yet you're in a secluded location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C.

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

Perfect

Wonderful cabin, great location, welcoming hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan 2021
We are glad you enjoyed your getaway to relax and would welcome you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennie S.

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

Great place close to everything we wanted to do.

Property was great. Just what we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2022
Great guests, friendly and kept the cabin in tip-top shape. Looking forward to them returning.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David J.

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

Would stay again.

The home was spotlist. Home is great and I would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
We'd love to have you all return in the future. Very nice, friendly group who took great care of our place. Each season in the mountains has different adventures. Please come again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina L.

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

Nice house and nice hosts

Very nice property. Would recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 2023
We would highly recommend this guest as they were very clean, observed all the house rules and communicated well. We would love to have them return in the future. Definitely a five star guest in every way.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lois H.

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

Thanksgiving getaway

Property and owners were wonderful. Will come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Great guests, very friendly, clean and communication was great. We'd love to have you return in the future. Every season in the Smokies offers different adventures or just a great place to get away and relax.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin M.

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

Peaceful and comfortable

Super nice owners and property. The cabin was well appointed and very nice inside and out. It was a perfect mountain feel. Thank you for the pleasant stay and conversations! Justin
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue H.

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

Amazing home

We stayed 4 days, it was not long enough! We enjoyed our stay so much. We especially enjoyed our visits with Maggie, she’s so sweet and entertaining. I hope we can make it back someday. Thanks so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelika D.

Wonderful weekend

We just had a wonderful time. The cabin (more like a house) is absolutely amazing. Everything you think of was provided. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
We get excited when people have thoroughly enjoyed their stay. We would love to have you return in the future. Every season has different adventures to explore and we are avaliable all year. The fall leaves are really starting to pop the last few days with the cooler weather and now is such a great time for hiking. Hope to see you soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joy B.

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

Cute, cozy, clean and convenient!

We loved our stay. Our group ranged from 7 to 70 years of age, and everyone thoroughly loved this home. There was plenty of room, the house was stocked with high-end amenities and the outdoor fire pit area was fantastic. If you are planning a rafting trip with NOC or other near by rafting companies, you won’t find another house this nice or this convenient. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

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

Beautiful Vacation Place

Great place. Beautiful. Easy to get to. Away from town. Clean. Comfortable. Family enjoyed our time together there. Hosts are super friendly. Free place to swim nearby. Dollar General within reasonable distant. Enough amenities for our stay which was greatly appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2024
Very nice, friendly family. Perfect guests as they were clean and took great care of our place. Would love to have them return in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loretta B.

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

Cute isolated place

If you like to be close to town but away from everything. This is the property for you. The owner meet you at the property to show you where everything is and answer any questions. I will recommend this to anyone who will be visiting the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Great getaway!

We had a wonderful week at this cabin. There were 4 adults and 2 kids and the house was perfect for us. The beds were comfy (my teenager also gave high marks to the futon), the kitchen was well stocked and the fire pit provided a nice way to end the evenings. We went hiking, tubing, horseback riding, gem mining and whitewater rafting, and the cabin is conveniently located to all of those activities. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Amazingly clean, comfortable, mtn and woods experience!

This is an incredibly clean and comfortable house/cabin with every detail thought through. Our family of 5 had a great winter new year stay with a fire in the fire pit outside. I can’t express how flawless this experience was from toys and stuffed animals in one bedroom to every kitchen gadget needed for a vacation. Don’t underestimate this great vacation home.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thank you for choosing to stay with us. Awesome family, very friendly, clean and we'd welcome you back any time. Each season offers different adventures from hiking, swimming, Whitewater rafting, ziplining, swimming, mountain biking, etc.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dianne W.

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

Fishing Trip

We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It was so peaceful and quiet. The cabin has everything you need for a perfect stay. It was a short drive to the Nantahala River where we caught many fish. It is also not too far a drive to Bryson City and Cherokee. We actually fished all three areas. All in all it was a great vacation and I highly recommend the cabin for anyone looking to visit the area.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 June 2021
So glad you enjoyed your stay and we’d love for you to return in the future. Extremely clean guests and such a pleasure to meet you both.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Valentine's Weekend

The cabin is spacious and had everything we needed for a memorable Valentine's weekend. We enjoyed the firepit and the gas fireplace in the living room. The beds were very comfortable. The cabin had everything we needed to cook and prepare meals. Ray and Ann thank you for sharing your home. They were great hosts and easy to communicate with before and during our stay. We would definitely love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2021
Wonderful guests who were friendly and a delight to meet. Very clean and took great care of our cabin. We’d love to have you return in the future as every season offers different adventures.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Beautiful Home

I had never used VRBO so this experience was a first and I'm glad I chose this home for our polar express experience. The home was beautifully decorated, clean, and roomy. It's in a great location and off the road so you enjoy a great view and quality time with family. Ann, the owner, was friendly and helped us with ideas on places to eat and places to go. If we ever come to this area again we would rent from Ann again. Loved our trip and you will too if you rent this home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and it touched my heart that your little one said he wanted to live in our home forever. We appreciate you taking care of our home as you would your own. We'd welcome you back any time. Summer is a great time with so many outdoor activities: fishing, hiking, tubing, mountain biking, exploring waterfalls, swimming, Whitewater rafting, ziplining and so much more. Thank you for choosing to stay with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

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

Almond NC Vacation

As someone in a earlier post stated " the photos don't do it justice". This home looks like it's brand new. The dinner ware and pots and pans are better than my own. Ann and Ray met us when we arrived and are the nicest folks. They are the kind of neighbors you want to have.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2021
Wonderful guests who were a pleasure to meet. We appreciate you taking such great care of our place. They took the trash with them, did some laundry, emptied the dishwasher and kept the place in tip top shape. Highly recommended and hope to have them return in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill R.

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

Our favorite Vrbo house so far

Staying on top of a mountain was peaceful and quiet. This house was perfect for our family. It was spacious and we felt right at home. We were especially impressed with how clean it was. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. We appreciated having the fire pit with chairs outside, marshmallow sticks, and firewood provided. The location was great for exploring the local lakes and hiking in the Smokies. If we are back in the area we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2020
Wonderful family. Very neat, clean and great communicators. They went above following house rules by starting a load of laundry (towels) prior to leaving and left everything in great condition. We will definitely welcome them back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ardith G.

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

Awesome location, beautiful house

The house was wonderful for our party of 5 - 2 couples + 1 adult kid. The kitchen is not huge, but we were easily able to cook breakfast and dinner every night. The property was well stocked with towels and additional bedding and it was absolutely the cleanest rental I've ever been in. The driveway up was in good condition, but it was steep in places. The result that comes with the drive is that once up the drive, you're staying in the middle of the trees on the mountain with no visible neighbors. Great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

Great cabin tucked away but close to town.

Peaceful cabin, nicely decorated even with Fall decor. Very clean, comfortable and welcoming. Beds were comfortable with the perfect pillow. Nice, fluffy bath towels, chopped wood for the fire pit and even a few Fall decor items and candy made it feel like home. We couldn't have asked for more. The drive into town is easy as well as surrounding attractions. WiFi and cell service worked well from the cabin. Ray & Ann are gracious and accommodating. Wish we had more time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
We appreciate you choosing to stay with us and would welcome you back on your next trip to the mountains. Fall is a beautiful time of year and there are so many activities close by. Perhaps next trip you'd enjoy hiking to the three falls at Deep Creek, or going on the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad to enjoy the scenery or a leisurely drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway. You and your family were great guests, so please come visit again soon.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Fabulous Cabin

This is a great place, awesome location easy to get to multiple locations and just down the road from the Nantahala Outpost Center. We had a great time canopy zip lining and rafting during our stay. This newly built cabin had lots of extras that made this place a perfect place to stay, my kids loved the cabin. The cabin was very nicely furnished and the kitchen had everything you need for cooking. We really enjoyed cooking s'omres on the outdoor fire pit and enjoyed seeing a few deer grazing in the grass in the early morning. Ray and Ann are very helpful and provide us with direction and information on things to do during our stay. I would definitely recommend this place :)
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
We appreciate you and your family choosing to stay with us and so glad you enjoyed your stay. Whitewater rating and zip lining are right at our back door and are some of our most favorite activities. We'd love to welcome you back any time on your next visit to the mountains and appreciate you taking care of our home as if it were your own.

About the host

Hosted by Ray & Ann Converse

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We have been married 41 years and have 3 adult children and 4 grandsons. We've been coming to this area since we married and honeymooned in the Smokies. Moving to the Smoky Mountains 6 years ago was a dream of ours and we always hated leaving when we'd travel. We enjoyed the mountains and activities so much that we finally made the move and have no regrets. We want others to enjoy their stay in the mountains as much as we always have.

Our three adult children and four grandsons all love visiting and exploring in the mountains. We do quite a bit of fishing and hiking with the boys, but they absolutely love tubing down Deep Creek. Whitewater rafting is one of our favorites and we recently went ziplining for the first time and will definitely do it again soon.

Why they chose this property

We built this vacation rental for others to discover nature, the mountains and just relax. We are located only 3 miles from Tsali for mountain biking, hiking and boating. Nantahala is only 3 miles for hiking, swimming, Whitewater rating, ziplining, kayaking, canoeing and The Rivers Edge restaurant.
Bryson City is a quick 10 miles for shopping, hiking, tubing, swimming and picnics at Deep Creek, and discovering three beautiful waterfalls. The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad offers different excursions during the year, but The Polar Express is a must with children. The Road to Nowhere is also in Bryson; great for hiking and horseback riding. Cherokee offers shopping, restaurants and Harrah's Casino, which is about 20 minutes up the road. There is a lot of history in Cherokee. Waynesville is a great city to visit with unique shops in the historic downtown district and also antiques. Waynesville is about a 40 mile ride. We want your stay to be enjoyable and will do all we can to accomplish a great visit.

What makes this property unique

We chose to build this vacation home on our property for others to enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and serenity the mountains have to offer. You will never sleep better than in the mountains. Bonfires at night are a great way to enjoy each other's company, ghost stories and don't forget the s'mores. The home is secluded and you will feel like you're the only ones in the world while enjoying all the comforts of home.

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