Welcome to King's River Cabin, a beautifully appointed log home nestled along the scenic Oconaluftee River. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom retreat offers an idyllic setting just minutes from both Downtown Cherokee and Downtown Bryson City. The thoughtfully designed layout features separate living spaces within the main residence and a private in-law suite above the garage, providing an ideal arrangement for couples seeking privacy or friends and families desiring ample space to connect.
King's River Cabin is the perfect getaway for outdoor enthusiasts, particularly anglers and nature lovers. Conveniently located within 15 minutes of both the Deep Creek and Cherokee entrances to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, guests can easily explore the park's natural wonders. Enjoy the diverse shops and attractions of Cherokee and Bryson City before returning to the cabin to unwind on the screened-in porch, where tranquil views of the Oconaluftee River provide a serene backdrop for relaxation.
Location: Bryson City, North Carolina 5-10 minutes from Downtown Bryson City. Close to the Blue Ridge Parkway and Great Smoky Mountain National Park Located approximately an hour and a half from Asheville, NC Located approximately an hour and a half from Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge
Accommodation:
Cabin Amenities: 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Flat Yard Oconaluftee River Frontage 5 Minute Drive to Downtown Bryson City 5 Minutes Drive to Cherokee Sleeps 4 TV – DirecTV Motorcycle Friendly - Small amount of gravel Fire Pit Charcoal Grill Screened Porch Open Deck No Smoking Mini-Split A/C Gas Fireplace- nonfunctional Washer/Dryer Microwave
Before you pack up the car and head for the mountains, know that when we say mountains, we really mean it!
Downtown Bryson City has an elevation of 1,752 feet, so think of this as a starting point. The majority of our cabins will have a higher elevation than this. This means that our roads- both state and private- will be steeper, narrower, and curvier than you may be use to driving. Also, you should expect to encounter gravel roads. Consider it part of our rural mountain charm!
Here at Yellow Rose, your safety is our priority. If a cabin requires 4 wheel, front wheel, or all wheel drive to access it, it will be listed in the description. If bringing or riding motorcycles, please call and ask for motorcycle friendly properties. If you have any concerns about accessing your rental, please call prior to your arrival and we will be happy to discuss it with you.
Yellow Rose Realty has top rated customer service and has been Locally Owned and Operated Since 1995. We are a company that gives back to the local community and we offer our guests 24/7 Emergency Assistance. View our list of adventure partners to get Special Discounts on Popular Attractions!
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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 deadlock
About the area
Bryson City
Located in Bryson City, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Nantahala Brewing Company and Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 4 min drive - 6.0 km
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 4 min drive - 6.0 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 14 min drive - 17.0 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 133 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
Bryson City Brewing - 5 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 4 min drive
Waffle House - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is River Frontage - Fire Pit - Screened Porch pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at River Frontage - Fire Pit - Screened Porch?
As of 20 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Frontage - Fire Pit - Screened Porch on 16 July 2026 start from AU$212, 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 River Frontage - Fire Pit - Screened Porch?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at River Frontage - Fire Pit - Screened Porch?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at River Frontage - Fire Pit - Screened Porch?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is River Frontage - Fire Pit - Screened Porch located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
7.8
Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Coffee pot rusted, cabin needs good cleaning inside and outside had spiderwebs all over it, live roach was seen in bathroom, a very rough driveway pull off, flooring had lot of places needing repairs, hvac very loud, and a perk would have been furnished firepit wood bundle. The cabin was adequate size, nicely equipped, and comfortable.
mike p.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Billie B.
7 Sept 2025
Peaceful and quiet
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our stay, cabin is in a very peaceful and quiet area. Good scenery. Close to Bryson and Cherokee. Cabin and furnishings could use a little TLC, but it would be a place I would like to stay again.
Had to clean coils on downstairs cabin, a/c not working very well. Place was not very clean, but we enjoyed our time. After cleaning unit it worked great. Great location
A very beautiful place very beautiful view of the water would definitely stay here again
Beverly P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Denise M.
8 July 2025
Vac
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Okay. Repeat visitors
Denise M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Denise M.
9 May 2025
Getaway time for relaxing and fishing with a little shopping
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great place to stay. Only issue is with the television each year.
This cabin was amazing. Close to Cherokee NC and Bryson City. Lots of fun things to do. It's right next to the river. The dam is a short walk up the dirt road. People tubing and kayaking down from the dam. Perfect for fishing and pets too. We even saw two beautiful breathe taking Elk. Priceless memories!!!
Christie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2025
Hi there. Thank you for the wonderful review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and we hope to see you again soon!
Property could use some TLC porch Screens had holes in them and was full of cobwebs and spiders had to clean and spray for bugs could not use chairs until I cleaned them handles on pans loose I tightened most of them up and carpet in king room smells like pet urine with a lot of stains had to spray carpet deodorizer property management was notified. It's a great location lots of room view is awesome fishing was ok we had a good time enjoyed the morning coffee and afternoons on the porch nice and relaxing and quiet. Thanks for the hospitality and letting us rent the cabin
Jackie B.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robby B.
26 July 2025
We WILL be back!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This VRBO experience was absolutely exceptional. The owners have clearly set this place up with dogs in mind! This is a very safe place to bring your pups for a vacation. The close proximity to the river is fantastic as well. We did not use the upper bedroom, but it is very beautiful. We plan to come back here.
Check in was no problem and the process before check in was easy. During the booking process the staff was great and answered our questions and were very helpful. Overall it was relaxing and a wonderful place to stay
SEAN s.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon!
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Brenda C.
20 Sept 2025
Not happy
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was so hot in the cabin when we get there. The A/C was so loud and did not cool. Stove was not very efficient.
Super awesome! We were visiting family in the area. The cabin was cute and perfect for what we needed. We would stay there again. We only wished the outdoor garbage was empty before we got there, but really a great experience.
Abigail H.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
Thank you so much for your review!
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will stay with us again in the future!
Thank you,
Yellow Rose
We had a wonderful stay. The property is beautiful. And dead in the middle of trout trout country. The host was very attendant to our needs and very informative. We enjoyed our stay thoroughly. I would recommend this property to anybody.
Randy J.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Matthew P.
29 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Kings cabin
Stay was good didn’t give instructions about how to get to the upstairs neighbor had to tell me where the key was grass wasn’t cut but overall a good stay
Will absolutely be staying here again. It was my wife and I and 2 kids under 7 years old and it was perfect. Plenty of room outside for the kids to run and play, close to the river so we could fish, and very quiet. Woke up a couple of mornings to find elk walking across the river and through the yard. Highly recommend.
Great place to stay...could use better communications on where to find things, like how to get to the upstairs bedroom. Very, very dusty...needs a good cleaning!
Rebecca B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 July 2023
October is a very busy month for us but we did do a deep clean on our cabins in November. We apologize about the dust and will let the cleaning team know about these issues.
Thank you,
Yellow Rose Team
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shauna
14 Apr 2023
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything no complaints
Shauna
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
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