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2.5 miles from casino.Mtn views.Cherokee Reservations. Now with Wi-Fi.

Vacation home near Harrahs Cherokee Casino in Cherokee

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Interior
Interior
Smart TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Cherokee, NC
  • Place, Oconaluftee Islands Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Eastern Cherokee Agency
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Cherokee Welcome Center
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the area

Cherokee

On river.You'll find Oconaluftee Islands Park and Eastern Cherokee Agency within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Cherokee Welcome Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Eastern Cherokee Agency - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Cherokee Welcome Center - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 4 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 128 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Qualla Java Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Soundbytes - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

2.5 miles from casino.Mtn views.Cherokee Reservations. Now with Wi-Fi.

Come unplug as you take in the beautiful scenery of the Great Smoky Mountains in this quiet, private home nestled in the countryside of the Cherokee Indian Reservation.
Experience up close sights of the native elk, wild turkeys & over 200 species of birds.
Access to fishing trails.
Open floor plan, private property, paved and easy access.
Experience the thrill of the Harrah’s Cherokee Casino, with games, dining, and more; just 2.5 miles away. Explore downtown Cherokee for Cherokee local made crafts. Then visit the Cherokee Museum and Indian Village to learn more about our culture. In the summer, Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama is held nightly.
Visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, just 3.5 miles away. The visitor’s center and village are free, with a high probability of Elk sightings.
Take a Ride on the Rails at the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad in Bryson City, just 10 miles away, with quaint shops and a variety of restaurants. Explore the Road to NoWhere and take a short hike to beautiful waterfalls on this BC side of the GSMNP.
Adventurous excursions like white water rafting and zip lining within the Nantahala Gorge are about 30 minutes away.

Make yourself at home as you take in all the sights and sounds of nature off the beaten path here at Firefly Cove, and watch the night come to life!
Set your alarm for a 9 pm date to the patio or fire pit as the woods light up for a magical show!
Make sure all of the lights are off, inside and out, and cozy up to find out just why this place is called Firefly Cove.

Firefly Season: Mis June - Late August
Changing of the leaves/Color season: Late September- Early November

Fall in the mountains is breathtaking, and firefly cove has fantastic views of all the colors fall brings in.
Enjoy!

Things to take note of:
At the end of your stay you will be responsible for placing all trash in green can behind home. Load & start dishwasher, empty fridge, remove bed linens and lastly start a load of towels. A friendly reminder will be sent out the night before you go. This is all to help the cleaners visit go a little smoother.
PLEASE NOTE* NO SMOKING IS ALLOWED INSIDE THE HOME* IF SMOKING IS A MUST, IT SHOULD BE DONE OUTSIDE & YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR DISCARDING YOUR CIGARETTE BUTTS!! Failure to do so will result in loss of security deposit. Thank you for understanding.

(As we are waiting for Cherokee to provide access to WiFi and cable in the area, please enjoy the satellite & old fashioned DVD collection, or better yet, enjoy a book as you unwind from a hectic, daily life.
Cell phone service is good, so you should be able to access the internet via your phone.)

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit 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 carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

2.5 miles from casino.Mtn views.Cherokee Reservations. Now with Wi-Fi. Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rontavius N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place with privacy to enjoy some peaceful time. Would love to come back for another trout fishing trip. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joana G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent communication with the owner, great location is near everything , very clean and spacious bedrooms and bathrooms. The only detail is they described river front and it’s not. The river is across street and you can’t see from the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucas W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy,spacious and clean. Very nice place. Very friendly host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerard T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best spot in Cherokee Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sister trip

It was a great place to unwind. Easy to find. We need more chairs at the kitchen. We had to buy. Trash bags We did enjoy it. Thanks would go again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home

Great place to stay!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felicity W., Kannapolis, U.S.A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain retreat

We loved the house. 2 bedrooms with a bathroom one end and master suite the other end. Perfect for our mixed group of family and friends. Kitchen and living room were central and we enjoyed chatting and game time there. The house is only 2.5 miles from Cherokee so very convenient for visiting the Oconoluftee village and Unto These Hills performance as well as souvenir shops, coffee shops and restaurants. A delightful stay with a wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice!

Very nice small home. Nice quiet place with a lovely view of a mountain. We enjoyed the morning sun on the porch! Beds were firm and comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Judy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay

First, I want to say we had a good stay. Initially we had to adjust room assignments because the 3rd bedroom has a double bed instead of the 2 twins as indicated on the VRBO listing. My grands were good about it but a bit disappointed. We agree with another reviewer that the very open style mastbath suite
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jerry A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place when visiting

This rental was perfect for our visit. We wanted to be close to Casino for the Alice Cooper show and still be able to enjoy Gatlinburg.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls trip!

Great property! Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cherokee Golf Trip

The property was clean and convenient for the 3 of us on a golf trip to Sequoyah National. We will stay again if we return to Cherokee.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie W., North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness

Bowling and fun

We were in town for a bowling tournament at the casino. There were 4 of us and a small pet. We were greeted by the most beautiful butterflies I have seen! They were on the bushes right where we drove up. The property is gorgeous and the house was perfectly suited for our needs. It was very clean and Abby was great at answering any questions very quickly. I would definitely recommend and stay again! The master bedroom shower is amazing.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cherokee Weekend

Wonderful home very clean and close to town. Property Manager was very helpful and wonderful to work with. 10/10 review.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie W., Swainsboro, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

Warm and cozy!

Lots of space. Clean and cozy! We got to see some firefly’s and enjoy the front porch relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family weekend

Family getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful

We could hear the river flowing from the porch. Loved the house and the facts that were wrote down about the Eastern Band. The bathroom was massive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Blake B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great fishing cabin

The location was great, central to all the places we wanted to fish. We enjoyed playing cards on the deck when the fish weren’t biting!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

BRENT B., West Virginia, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay and great location for the outdoor enthusiast

We had a wonderful stay, the communication was great and the home was very clean. Only issue was the listing had a bunk bed but it was a full bed resulting in my teenage boys sharing which they didn’t like. The location was close to our favorite fishing spots and even gave access to some private fishing areas. This is a great stay that I highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024