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Full Steam Ahead

Whittier vacation home with kitchen

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A hot tub under a wooden pergola with a picnic table and grill nearby.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by a grassy yard and trees.
A living room with a sofa set, a lamp, a rug, a staircase, and a kitchen in the background.
A kitchen with a built-in stove, a stone fireplace, and a dining area with a sofa and table.
A spacious living area with a fireplace, a sofa, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Whittier, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the area

Whittier

On river.Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Harrahs Cherokee Casino is within 9 miles (15 km) and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad is within 12 miles (20 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 14 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 16 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Oconaluftee Indian Village - 17 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo - 18 min drive - 20.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Soundbytes - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Osaka Sushi Bar and Asian Cuisine - ‬14 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.

Full Steam Ahead

Summary:

Riverfront gem with wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK



The Space:

Get away from it all and find sweet serenity here at Full Stream Ahead, a riverfront retreat that will spoil the whole family! Boasting unobstructed views of the Tuckasegee River, a hot tub, a furnished wraparound deck, a hammock, picnic table, corn hole, horseshoes, and a firepit, you can easily spend each day at home with unlimited fun right at your fingertips. Start each morning in the fully equipped kitchen and brew a cup of coffee to enjoy out on the deck as you wave to the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Train which passes right behind the house! When days come to a close, the warmth of the gas fireplace will welcome you with open arms as everyone kicks back on the plush sofa while watching a favorite movie on the mounted TV.



Bring your fishing gear and enjoy fishing in the hatchery-supported, trout-stocked waters of The Tuck (fishing is closed in March). During the summer months bring your floats and tube down the river in the sunshine. Feel lucky? Just eight miles away is the Harrah's Cherokee Casino open 24/7. Experience the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway, both just 12 miles away if you have a few outdoorsy guests. Want to stay close but venture outside? Check out Uncle Bill's Flea Market on Highway 74E just a few miles from the cottage (between Dillsboro and Cherokee).



Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. All guests shall abide by our good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. The driveway is 1.1 miles long and gravel. 4WD/traction may be required in winter. Highway 74 has traffic in the summer. You may hear road noise.

This property is managed by VueStay Vacations.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Theme park nearby

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
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,344 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Full Steam Ahead to the airport?

This vacation home is 59.8 mi (73-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Full Steam Ahead have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Full Steam Ahead offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Full Steam Ahead?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Full Steam Ahead?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Full Steam Ahead?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Full Steam Ahead have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Full Steam Ahead have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Full Steam Ahead to downtown Whittier?

This vacation home is 4.2 mi away from Whittier.

Full Steam Ahead Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 57 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cabin. Our family of 6 fit perfectly. The manger was great and very responsive to any and all questions we had during our stay. We enjoyed the fire pit by the river. It was a beautiful trip.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter storm Fern cut our trip short but it was a nice spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hot tub was clean but not heated when we checked in. Took it about 20 hours to go from 74 degrees to 100 degrees. Very long gravel road which is one lane and traffic flows in both directions was the only real negative about this location. Sometimes we would have to back up 150 foot or so to a driveway to allow someone to pass. Beautiful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steven W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location. Had a few issues with stink bugs and warm water but other than that it was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyrece

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was great! I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a mountain trip
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great place

Great place would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shan W.

Perfect little get away

The sitting area by the water was so relaxing. We will be back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

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

Spring Break in the Smokies

The stay was exactly what we were looking for, quiet, quant, and secluded. We enjoyed the stay and the host! Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was perfect! Very well kept and clean! In such a perfect location for relaxing or visiting and riding the polar express!!You are perfectly sandwiched between a beautiful creek and a quiet railroad track! My kids (and us adults) were OVERJOYED when we saw the polar express, we just rode, come tugging down the track!We took walks and found a swinging bridge that went over the creek! What a fun adventure! The hot tub was perfect, we used the fire pit every night, there was plenty of wood supplied! And though some have said the highway next to the cabin was noisy we didn’t find any issue.We will definitely return to this beautiful cabin with all its fun amenities!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Excellent stay

Great location to Cherokee!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amy N.

Great stay

Great house for guests. Great for fishing, bon fires and relaxing. I adjusted to the drive pretty quickly on the one way street. I hope to go back again soon. Loved it.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David I.

Great Get Away!

Great house, spacious, comfortable beds. Enjoyed the river!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dominick L.

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

Great

Great
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Linda A.

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

Very cozy home away from home.

Smooth process renting the property
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

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

wedding venue preview

came in town to view daughters wedding venue, place was clean and close to venue!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Steven M.

Great place

This is a wonderful place to have a family vacation. The only down side is the traffic across the river. The road going in is gravel but it's in great shape. Will be booking it again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

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

Awesome River House

Beautiful river house near Bryson City and Cherokee!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Georgiana B.

Great House

The creek was great. We were able to build a fire.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS C.

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

Simply Amazing!

This was perfect for me and my family. We used all the amenities. Will be booking again in Spring.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wayne P.

Family vacation

The view was great the hammock I used everyday,hot tub was good .make sure you bring what you need it’s a little drive to the store.
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Deborah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
The dirt road to the house had multiple roads veering off with no signs telling us which way to go. The beds were so uncomfortable that we left a day early because we were so sore. We will never rent ANYTHING from you again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ginger M.

Great Weekend Getaway

House was really clean. Had everything you need for a weekend of fun! Does take 5 minutes from main road down bumpy road which is common in the mountains. Will definitely be a returning guest!
Verified review

8/10 Good

tanya s.

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

Fun and relaxing

Very enjoyable, clean. we had fun on the river, pleanty to do. Dont get put off by the traffic across the river, it really isn't a bother
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Elizabeth M.

Diamond in the Rough

Lovely spacious home, rough road to access. Once at the house it was roomy, the river was very calming and plenty of games provided inside & out. Very nice, quiet get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nova N.

A must!

This house had everything you need for the perfect vacation. View, games, walks, hot tub, if you cook- a well Supplied kitchen, TV DVD player, movies, books, fire pit and even paint for rocks! A perfectly restful week! Close to attractions such as Harrah’s and seeing the Elk at dusk! I highly recommend!