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Deck & Hot Tub: Bryson City Riverfront Cabin!

Riverside cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Bryson City Vacation Rental | 1BR | 1BA | 768 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Covered Deck | Hot Tub
Exterior
Living Room | Free WiFi | Smart TV | Central A/C & Heat
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 271.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Deck & Hot Tub: Bryson City Riverfront Cabin!

Community Grilling Area | Near Hiking & Fishing | Tuckasegee River Views

Book a couple's retreat to 'The River House,' a 1-bed, 1-bath vacation rental cabin ideally situated between Cherokee and Bryson City. Minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Harrah's Casino, this home offers a unique combination of southern charm and natural wonder. Enjoy a private hot tub, a furnished deck, and a slew of other amenities that are sure to take your Smoky Mountain getaway to the next level!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGMENTS
- Bedroom: 1 king bed

COMMUNITY AMENITIES
- Riverside pavilion dining area
- Charcoal grill, fire pit

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Hot tub, riverfront deck
- 2-person dining table, private yard
- Covered porch

INDOOR LIVING
- 2 flat-screen Smart TVs w/ cable
- Gas fireplace
- Dining table, dishes & flatware
- Open floor plan, cathedral ceilings

KITCHEN
- Electric stove, oven, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, toaster
- Cooking basics

GENERAL
- Washer & dryer
- Free WiFi
- Linens, towels
- Central heating & A/C, ceiling fans

ACCESSIBILITY
- Exterior stairs required to access
- Single-story home

PARKING
- Driveway (1 vehicle)
- Overflow parking lot (first-come, first-served), motorcycle parking available

ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS
- There are 10 additional properties available nearby, each with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

- Located in the Ela Cabins community on the Tuckasegee River with shared amenities
- 5 miles to Downtown Bryson City, Cherokee, & the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
- 10 miles to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- 6 miles to Harrah's Cherokee Casino
- 25 miles to Cataloochee Ski Area
- 66 miles to Asheville Regional Airport & 77 miles to McGhee Tyson Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- The single-story home requires exterior stairs to access
- There are other vacation rentals on site with shared amenities; other travelers may be present during your stay

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

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
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this cabin is on the waterfront. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Sequoyah National Golf Club - 9 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 13 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Rancho Viejo - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deck & Hot Tub: Bryson City Riverfront Cabin! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Deck & Hot Tub: Bryson City Riverfront Cabin!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deck & Hot Tub: Bryson City Riverfront Cabin!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Deck & Hot Tub: Bryson City Riverfront Cabin! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Tuckasegee River and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Nantahala National Forest. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Indian Creek Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 82 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 82 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 82 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 82 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Greg C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the national park & all the small towns nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Great place right on the river

Perfect for a romantic getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. Didn’t have any issues at all
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

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

The perfect getaway

It was very comfortable, very peaceful- wish we had more time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Donna H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The grass needed to be cut. There were spider webs all over the railing. The hot tub was cloudy. The internet did not work until the last night we were there. Had to email the property manager 3 times to get it to work. The towels were thin and dingy. The shower floor and walls were dirty. Really nice cabin but needed some TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Cozy cabin

Had a very nice stay. The cabin was clean, comfortable, quiet and close to activities we had planned. Love watching the river flow by.

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte B.

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

My birthday weekend

I really enjoyed my stay. Looking forward to the next one
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia G.

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

Relaxing

We love taking a little retreat to enjoy relaxing by the river ! Our favorite cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne D.

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

Wildlife

We had a fantastic time at the property. The best part was watching the elk pass by while we were soaking in the hot tub. Geese and other wildlife were also visible on the river as well. Very comfortable cabin. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kathy

I love this cabin!!

Beautiful location that is quiet and peaceful. The cabin is beautifully done, the kitchen has everything that you need to cook a full meal. The bed is quite comfortable and it has its own private hot tub. We have stayed here twice, we got engaged on our first trip, and I plan on booking it again for our honeymoon.

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This was the second time we've been here. It was exactly as expected with a few new positive touches.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA

Fall vacay

Cabin was great. Quiet peaceful setting. Great location.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location for Bryson City and Cherokee. Sadly we did not get to enjoy the hot tub as planned as it was not clean. Chemicals had been poured and smelled up to date but there were multiple spots of what looked like sand and dirt in it. We were unable to get it out with the skimmer. You may want to keep an eye on the refrigerator, it made a loud clicking noise a lot. Also, I would like to suggest a longer curtain over the glass window beside the door. We loved our stay and hope to come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert J.

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

Robby Johnson

It was a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Wonderful

The cabin was perfect for us. We had a wonderful time exploring the area. We enjoyed sitting on the porch and watching the river and the wildlife. It was very relaxing and peaceful. Unfortunately we had to cut a stay by a day due to Hurricane Helene. There was so much rain that the river started to rise. Our host was very concerned about us. She brought was supplies in case the power went out which was very thoughtful. She informed us of what she had heard about the weather. She offered to let us move to a different cabin for the night if we wanted. We decided to head home as we knew we would be encountering more rain going back to Georgia. We were very satisfied with our cabin and hosts and would definitely stay there again if we return to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Riverfront Chinook Reunion

Very modern, private, and right on the river. The hot tub is a nice touch. Well worth the cost. No worry check in or out. Staying again next year. Local area has a ton to offer.
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8/10 Good

Josh

Honeymoon trip

These cabins are a favorite stay. This cabin is our 3rd in 4 years. Beautiful cabin, with beautiful views. Saw geese, cranes, elk walked through the yard and waded river, plenty of other wildlife. Love the hot tub and deck (rocking chairs would make it perfect). Kitchen had plenty of amenities, more so than others. Overall cabin was clean and nice inside. Would give it 5 stars but a couple of things. I agree with previous reviews in another privacy fence on other side would be nice. Also, hanging space is too limited in bedroom and bathroom.
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10/10 Excellent

MIKI

A hidden gem!

I am ecstatic that we found this place a few months ago when doing an internet search for a cabin on the river. It is the perfect spot! Cozy and comfortable with all the amenities one could possibly ask for. The cabin is in a fantastic location--close to Bryson City, Cherokee, and Nantahala. The 1/1 was just big enough for the 2 of us and romantic. Loved watching the moon from the hot tub on the covered porch overlooking the river. Fished the Tuskagee and caught a few trout (mostly small but one legal size--caught and released). The property was well maintained and beautiful. We watched an eagle dive and catch a fish in the river. Enjoyed watching Canadian geese float down the river and then fly back upstream over and over. The only disappointment was not seeing any elk. I can't say enough wonderful things about the Riverfront Cabin! We are already planning a repeat and longer stay at the same time next year!
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Great location for Smokey Mountain day trips

Nice cabin, great location, and perfect for a couple for a relaxing vacation.
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10/10 Excellent

Sue

Fabulous Cabin

We loved the cabin, best part was sitting on deck watching the geese, birds, ducks and elk walking thru or in the water. Close to Bryson City and Cherokee for shopping and other fun activities.
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10/10 Excellent

ANGELIQUE

Perfect

Everything was perfect.
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10/10 Excellent

Madison

Just what we needed!

Perfect little cabin for our weekend stay! We were looking at wedding venues all weekend, and the cabin was close bye to all of them. Sitting in the hot tub by the river was incredibly relaxing, and we just overall had a great time!
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Great get away

Perfect for a weekend get away. Great location, comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Christy

Fall Get Away

The cabin was great. Had issues with the fire place but the Evolve team compensated us for the inconvenience. Location is perfect 5 miles from Bryson City and Cherokee. Scenic location with lots of wild life along the river.Great Fall Get Away
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10/10 Excellent

terra

Great cabin! Wonderful location !

We had a great time. This cabin has a covered porch with a lake view and a hot tub. Very clean.

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