Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills

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A wooden cabin interior with a kitchen, dining area, and living room.
A wooden cabin with a porch, two Adirondack chairs, and a grill.
A wooden interior with a television mounted above a stone fireplace.
We are a dog friendly cabiin
A wooden cabin with a porch, windows, and a staircase leading to the entrance.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Whittier, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Whittier

Whittier is home to this cabin. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Oconaluftee Indian Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Smoky Mountain Country Club and Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond. Travelling with kids? Consider Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Map
Whittier, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Nantahala National Forest - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 10 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 11 min drive - 12.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 130 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills on 10 November 2026 start from NZ$645, 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 Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills located?

This family-friendly Whittier cabin is within 2 mi (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 239 out of 270 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 270 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 270 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 270 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 270 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay! Everything was as described, the property was clean and comfortable, and the host was very accommodating. We had a great experience and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy home! Loved the location as it was very close to the wedding I was in. Chuck was very responsive and flexible with our check in time. Overall great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 19 October 2026
Thank you for the great review! Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Pet friendly. Had everything you could possibly think of bringing.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Management on 19 October 2026
Thank you for the great review. Come back anytime
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice property & so clean. Loved the fire pit!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was cozy and very clean. The location was in close proximity to Smoky Mountain National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Plenty of restaurants and shopping nearby. The host was very helpful regarding traveling with our dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family loved this cabin! Communication with the host was easy and we loved that it was pet friendly. The fire pit outside was also really nice. Really close to Cherokee and Bryson city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a perfect and relaxing environment. Will be booking again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
Thank you for the great review. We are happy you got some R & R. Come back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication… great location….. will be back if I am ever in the area again! Thanks for the great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Thank you for the great review. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it! Cabin was clean, hosts were super easy to contact and work with, dogs loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was clean,had all nesscessities, our dogs were happy. We liked the fire pit,kinda off by itself.It was nice to have washer and dryer.Cozy little place as it says.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
Happy pups and a cozy campfire—that sounds like a pretty good mountain getaway to us! Thank you for staying with us. We hope to welcome the whole crew back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing!! Very cute and cozy cabin. Perfect for our several day get-away. This cabin was by far one of the cleanest places I've ever stayed. 5 stars for cleanliness!! Very easy booking, check-in, and check-out process. The hosts were incredibly helpful and we received an almost instant response when communicating. They were kind enough to bring us a water hose to hose down our bikes after biking at Tsali. Comfortable couch and beds! We look forward to staying here again in the future!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
Reviews like this mean so much to us—thank you! We’re happy we could help with the bikes after your Tsali adventure. We’ll be ready to welcome you back for another mountain getaway!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The property was located in the area where we wanted to be (close to the Smokemont campground), and was as clean as you would expect a pet-friendly rental to be (we did not bring pets, but knew that since it had housed pets, there would likely be a smell). We loved that there was a washer/dryer and ample towels. We were disappointed that the second "bed" was not a mattress, but rather a mattress-topper laid on the floor of a loft. The cabin would also benefit from a dehumidifier, since there is no central air, but just mini-split units in the wall. It was quite damp and sticky inside the cabin. Accessing the cabin was easy, and there are no crazy steep hills to get on and off the property. The communication from the property owner/manager was a bit excessive... we felt like we were being spammed with the number of communications (several per week) leading up to and after check-in. All in all, I wouldn't stay here again if we had another option, however for a last-minute booking on a fall weekend in the Smokies, it was sufficient.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 19 October 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We'd like to clarify a few things for future guests. The loft does have a queen mattress, as advertised, and is described as best suited for children. After your departure, we discovered the dryer vent had come loose, which explains the excess humidity. This has since been corrected. We wish you'd mentioned the issue during your stay so we could have addressed it immediately. Our guest messages are intended to provide helpful arrival information, check-in details, and answers to common questions so guests can enjoy a smooth stay. We're sorry you found them excessive. We appreciate you staying with us and wish you well in your future travels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a good time very cozy and nice place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Here with the grandkids and they had fun sleeping in the loft and chasing fireflies! Fun making s’mores at the fire pit and watching some of the dvd’s. We enjoyed shopping in Cherokee as well!We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It sounds like your grandkids made some unforgettable memories, from sleeping in the loft to chasing fireflies and enjoying s'mores by the fire pit. Those are the moments we hope every family takes home with them! We're so glad you enjoyed your time in Cherokee as well, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The cabin was perfect. Had everything we needed. Plenty of space for our week away, just the hubby and me. The ONLY thing that wasn't ideal, for us, was the driveway down to the cabin. It is very narrow, gravel and steep. If you are pulling a trailer/bringing motorcycles you may want to consider that. But we made it work! Otherwise, we had no complaints and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The hosts and their property manager were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Lazy Daze and found the cabin comfortable and well-equipped for your getaway. We're also happy we could offer multiple parking options for your trailer to make your stay easier. While Lazy Daze is one of our easiest cabins to access with no steep mountain roads, we understand that everyone's comfort level with gravel driveways is different. We're thrilled it all worked out, and we'd love to welcome you back to Lazy Daze for another relaxing stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin and property was awsome. Really enjoyed sitting outside and hearing all the birds. Only negative I have and really hate to say anything, but there was a lot of black hair all over the bathroom, kinda had to wonder about cleanliness it was even on the curtains. But we would definitely use sgain if we came that way. Thanks again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2026
Thank you so much for your review and for staying with us. We’re so glad you enjoyed the cabin, property, and peaceful outdoor setting. We also appreciate you mentioning the hair issue in the bathroom. We take cleanliness very seriously, especially in our pet-friendly cabins, and this is not the standard we aim for. We will be addressing this with our cleaning team. Thank you again for your honest feedback, and we’d love the opportunity to host you again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, Cozy Cabin, and Close proximity to the casino. Couldn’t get the fireplace to work but other than that nice place. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was a perfect place to expore Smoky Mt Natl Pk from. It was very cozy for a winter stay and everything was clean and well kept. We loved the yard for the dog!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay! Great little cabin and was perfect for my husband and I with you two dogs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little cabin with all the essentials. My husband and I went with our 2 dogs and had a great time. It actually snowed while we were there and it was beautiful. We have AWD and had no problem getting into or out of the property. We Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was just as described! Warm, cozy, inviting and even decorated for Christmas. The communication with the host was top tier! We loved our stay and definitely recommend! 10/10 Would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2025
Thank you for staying with us, we love that you enjoyed your stay. And we LOVE the picture you sent of your dog. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pet friendly. Not only was this a nice cabin, the centrally located spot was close proximity to all sights. Will definitely stay again. Location, location, location.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2025
Thank you for the great review. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home base for exploring the area. Has all the essentials you'd need.
Playing fetch in the large yard. No fence, but it does feel private.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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