See all properties
Entire home

PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River!

Cherokee vacation home with kitchen

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River!

A wooden deck with a covered porch, wooden chairs, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A cozy room with two patterned armchairs, a small table with a vase, and a wooden door with a sign.
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a brown leather sofa, patterned armchairs, and a large rug.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave. There are two wooden chairs at the island.
A lodge with a gravel driveway, wooden deck, and a pond in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

View in a map
Whittier, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Oconaluftee Islands Park
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

You may also like

Ad
A pathway leading to a wooden structure with a red umbrella, surrounded by trees and decorative glass spheres.

Snowbird Mountain Lodge

Robbinsville
  • Breakfast included
  • All-inclusive
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, 18 reviews
The price is CA $677
CA $933 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Snowbird Mountain Lodge

About the area

Cherokee

On lake.You'll find Tuckasegee River and Nantahala National Forest within 3 miles (5 km) of this vacation home. Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Oconaluftee Islands Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
View more Vacation homes in CherokeeOpens in a new window

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Tuckasegee River - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Oconaluftee Islands Park - 5 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Eastern Cherokee Agency - 5 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 6 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Rice Wagon Cherokee - ‬8 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.

PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River!

This 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home is located on the Oconaluftee River. Kayaking and Canoeing are easy ways to access the river. Be sure to bring a fishing pole! No boat trailers or large motorized boats! If you're not wanting to fish, just jump in for a swim. Maybe you will just want to sit by the river and read a book or just watch the Canadian Geese and Otters playing around. Elk has been seen on the driveway and around the river.
Plans to visit Smoky Mountain Railroad? This house is about 10-15 minutes from SMR.
Cherokee Harrah's Casino is 10 minutes from the house. ( Depending on the traffic).
There are 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms in the home. A master suite with a queen bed & private master bathroom, two other bedrooms both with queen beds. There is also a main bathroom as well. Cable TV is provided in the living room. The kitchen is supplied with a microwave, toaster, stove/oven, refrigerator, coffee pot & dishwasher. Wifi is also available at the house!
All linens are provided along with dishes, cookware, tissue paper and utensils.


NO pets allowed due to the owner and guests having pet allergies.

Similar properties

A circular bar area with multiple seating arrangements and a central DJ booth.
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination
Cherokee
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 3,619 reviews
The price is CA $75
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort - A Caesars Rewards Destination

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher

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 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

Rules

No garbage is to be left inside or outside of property upon departure. A 200.00 fee will be charged is trash is left.
Children of all ages are welcomed!
Please do not have drinks or food in the livingroom or bedrooms!

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: No food or drinks in livingroom or bedrooms.

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 deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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 deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Private Riverfront 3 Bed/2 Bath Oconaluftee River Private Dock
House

Frequently asked questions

How close is PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River! to the airport?

This vacation home is 75.4 mi (130-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Harrahs Cherokee Casino (8-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River! to downtown Cherokee?

This vacation home is 2.5 mi away from Cherokee.

PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 323 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 323 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 323 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 323 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 323 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was very conveniently located between Cherokee and Bryson City. It was super cute, very clean, and the rooms were large. Communication was great and check in/out was easy and smooth. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great as it is every year for our boys fishing trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Third time staying. Great location to Cherokee.Everything as listed. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Location
My sister ,brother and I went to spend time together after 2 years of our father's passing....he would have loved this place. Very clean & CozyWe loved the porch over looking the river.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a peaceful stay in the mountains!! If you ever need a private getaway that's a few miles away from food, the casino, and downtown Cherokee, then this is the perfect place! The host was super nice, stayed in contact the whole time, and checking in/out was really simple.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
wish they had a up to date TV that you could link with your phone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing stay with everything we needed provided. Nicely updated, decorated and spacious for our family trip. We enjoyed having a dock with ladder for kayaking, fishing & swimming. It’s a beautiful view of the river from the porch with plenty of chairs. Comfy beds, living room furniture and large dinning table. The home is secluded in the woods with lots of wildlife. We enjoyed seeing elk, ducks & the fish jumping. Thank you to our wonderful host.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great stay and a nice place very clean and quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautifully decorated, I love the porch and the rocking chairs. It is so peaceful and relaxing to listen to nature. A great escape from every day life.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had the best stay! Day was very helpful and answered all questions we had. Thankful and blessed to have had this place to spend time with our family this Christmas season.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect! It was very clean and exactly as pictured. They were also very easy to communicate with, and checked in with us daily. Would highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cabin served our family trip purpose to stay near by Bryson City polar express train and bring home Christmas trees entirely. Would be a great spring/summer stay to trout fish tube and explore. Host was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was wonderful from start to finish. She was so accommodating and the house worked out so well for our trip to the Polar Express.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything as pictured, good communication, and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and clean and comfy! We had everything we needed. We stayed for the WCU graduation and the location was perfect because we were close enough to WCU while being able to avoid the crowds in Sylva. I had my parents with me and dad doesn’t do stairs anymore, so this worked out great because there is a ramp from the gravel driveway to the kitchen door and everything is on one level, including the porch overlooking the river. Bring k-cups so you can have your coffee out there!Bonus for nature lovers: there are some fabulous flowering shrubs and trees around the property, great bird watching, and we were greeted along the road by a family of elk!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was great, the home was immaculate! So clean and well kept. Every thing worked perfectly and the home was easy to find. Very close to shopping and Harrah's. So pretty to wake up to snow with a lovely view! We will be booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. It was my 89 year old mother birthday present. House was perfect for her, one level with a ramp into the back door.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Getaway!

The property was very enjoyable for our stay! It was clean, peaceful, and convenient to Cherokee. Day was a great host and very good at communicating!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location. House was very clean and spacious, definitely will be back! Host is also great too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place

Excellent very beautiful everything I will definitely stay again in summer
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

perfect VRBO

This property was spotless!! The host was awesome, checked in with us multiple times, this is a perfect place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect for our mutigenerational family.It was on the perfect location for Cherokee and Bryson City activities. It was spotless and comfortable. I would highly recomend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot

We’ve stayed here multiple times now. It’s a fantastic location. Close to downtown but also secluded and tranquil for swimming and fishing. We love this spot! Day is very accommodating and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025