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Tatonka Lodge, 2 master suites on a buffalo ranch!

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Property grounds
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14326 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Clyde, NC
  • Popular LocationLake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center17 min drive
  • Popular LocationWheels Through Time Museum25 min drive
  • Popular LocationMaggie Valley Festival Grounds25 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)45 min drive

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About the area

Clyde

In Clyde .Stay at this Clyde cabin and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Pigeon River and 9 miles (15 km) of Blue Ridge Health - Haywood. Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 17 min drive
  • Wheels Through Time Museum - 25 min drive
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 25 min drive
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 27 min drive
  • Cataloochee Valley - 41 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Haywood Cafe - 8 min drive
  • Dunkin' - 16 min drive
  • Blue Rooster Southern Grill - 15 min drive
  • Burger King - 14 min drive
  • Sherrill's Pioneer Restaurant - 15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Tatonka Lodge, 2 master suites on a buffalo ranch!

Looking to get away to the mountains with your family? Tatonka Lodge is the perfect choice for large families, or groups, traveling together!

Our custom log home sits on a private 65 acre buffalo ranch. Enjoy viewing our buffalo when you drive in or stop by in the morning at feeding time! The cabin is over 3500 square feet, plenty of room for everyone to spread out. So, whether you are looking to hit the slopes at Cataloochee Ski Resort in Maggie Valley (only 12 miles away) or visit the Biltmore Estate in Asheville (only 30 minutes), there is plenty for everyone to do in The Great Smoky Mountains!

Tatonka Lodge, (Indian word for buffalo), is ideal for large families vacationing together because we have 2 master suites which each have private doors leading to the back deck with a fantastic mountain view.

Once inside, you will be in awe of the huge stone fireplace in the great room, surrounded by plenty of seating area for a large group. Also, rest assured the children will be well entertained downstairs in the game room where we have a life size chess set, pool table, air hockey, ping pong & foosball. Also enjoy an evening in our 8 person hot tub out back!

Children will love the hike through the woods to the brand new play area, The BC Corral! This custom designed area has everything from swings, zip line, slides, teeter totter, cargo nets, rock wall & even a horse shoe pit for the adults! The kids will love it here!

If you are looking for a quiet 'get away from it all' retreat, this is it! Enjoy long hikes on the property, fishing on the Pigeon River (within walking distance from the log cabin) or take a trip into town to do some shopping or antiquing.

We are pet friendly, size doesn't matter!

Our other cabins:
Timber Hollow,sleeps 10- VRBO # 581708
Bison Overlook Lodge, sleeps 8 - VRBO # 131294
Buffalo Bungalow, sleeps 2 - VRBO # 409851
Fun things to do: Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, Biltmore Estate, Ghost Town, hiking at Chimney Rock, tubing at Deep Creek, Fun Factory, Indoor skydiving, visit the Elk in Cataloochee Park, Great Smoky Mountain National Park, take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Casino in Cherokee, slide down the rocks at Sliding Rock in the Pisgah National Forest, downhill skiing, snowboarding & tubing at Cataloochee Ski Resort, golf at Waynesville Country Club, Maggie Valley Country Club or Ironduff Golf Course!

We hope many wonderful memories will be made while vacationing at Tatonka Lodge!

Please call Cheryl for more information about Tatonka Lodge. Also, more photos can be viewed of the property & large playground that was just built by visiting our website, be sure to look for the link below.

Keywords: Luxury Log Cabin

Property manager

Cheryl Hillis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis on site
  • Boat on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3504 sq ft (326 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Tatonka Lodge Buffalo Ranch Clyde
Tatonka Buffalo Ranch Clyde
Tatonka Lodge, 2 Master Suites on a Buffalo Ranch! Cabin
Tatonka Lodge, 2 Master Suites on a Buffalo Ranch! Clyde
Tatonka Lodge, 2 Master Suites on a Buffalo Ranch! Cabin Clyde

Tatonka Lodge, 2 master suites on a buffalo ranch! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 126 out of 139 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 139 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Time. Great Cabin!!
The cabin and property was great!! Minor issues not worth presenting, overall we would definitely do this again......and plan too!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

frank h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay.
Such a great location. We had a large group of family and had lots of room along with lots to keep us busy. Game room in the cabin with pool, Foss ball and even air hockey. Kitchen was good size for cooking up some big meals and the heated floor in the 2 master bedrooms were a big hit. The ranch had bison, lamas and even got to hold a baby goat. Staff was super friendly and really couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Christmas at Tatonka
Great cabin! We truly enjoyed our Holiday weekend in NC. Plan to come back again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay at the top of the hill
Heed the driveway warnings. The driveway is very steep but negotiable with a FWD SUV and car during summer months. We did spin tires a little to activate traction control. Property is very nice with plenty of room for all 10 of us to spread out. Loft was quite hot when we got there but cooled down by the next day. Covered parking area was nice for setting up outdoor games and hanging out. Location is not near anything but that's what we were looking for. However, it was a short drive to town and activities. There is a neat produce stand on 209 before turning towards Buffalo Creek. Check them out, wish we had seen it sooner. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Escape
After camping for 3 days this was a perfect place to end the vacation. The drive to the cabin is steep so ensure your car has good tires. It was a short drive to Asheville, whitewater rafting, and downtown Waynesville was nice as well. Not to mention seeing the bison every morning was a great way to start the day!

10/10 Excellent

Rob L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring family trip
Tatonka lodge was a great place to stay with our family. The house is large, clean, and comfortable. Plenty of activities and outdoor space. Our kids had a great time visiting the animals, hiking to the playground, and seeing the model trains!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Jason G., Washington DC USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic as advertised...one simple upgrade will make it 5 Stars!
The listing was incredibly accurate and the cabin is well positioned on the property and laid out for a group of 8 adults. We loved the views...the decor...the evening sun on the expansive deck...and of course the hot tub. The animals on property add to the charm. And the location/ease to drive to the hiking trails, nearby lake and other points of interest was quite reasonable. The one glaring issue that can be easily remedied is the WiFi. We had checked with Cheryl if it would be capable for video conferencing and work remote/ZOOM lifestyle as we were renting the cabin for a week. She assured us it would be. Perhaps if only one person at a time needs the WiFi...for one-way video, such as streaming. Unfortunately it was not capable to handle reliably telework demands (several of us avoided the wifi due to a strong enough cell signal or own hot-spot). Ultimately after 48hrs we secured a hotel room nearby for those who had work requirements to have reliable service. The expectations would be if marketing for up to 14 people, the wifi should be able to handle at least half that demands. A simple upgrade for sure, but something other renters should be aware of in this new day of work-from-anywhere. If want to truly unplug or a traditional vacation, this cabin works perfectly.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place!
This cabin was the perfect place for a family Thanksgiving! We so enjoyed the house, the property, the animals, AND the buffalo! What a treat! The playground was fun for the kids and they loved seeing all the animals. Thank you so much for sharing your place!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Thomas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family mountain fun
We had a great experience; beautiful home; it was obvious a lot of love was put into this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sue and family
Enjoyed the property. Loved the house and the view. Mattresses were hard. Road was a little intimidating, but we are from the area and can drive on steep roads. We were there for a wedding in Canton. Worked great for us. Great grandson loved all the animals and playground.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020