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Romantic stay by the CREEK -Secluded/self-checkin

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A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a fireplace, a sofa, a leather armchair, and a dining area.
A cabin with a green roof, surrounded by a forested area with a clear sky.
A log cabin interior with a living room, dining area, and kitchen.
A wooden deck with a railing, large windows, and a view of a forested area.
A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, kitchen, and a door leading outside.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

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About the area

Bryson City

Bryson City is home to this cabin. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Pincu Pottery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Smoky Mountain Country Club and Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting.
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Map
Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 23 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 23 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 26 min drive - 25.4 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 37 min drive - 42.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 147 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Western Sizzlin Steak House - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Persimmon Grille - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪La Poblana Mexican Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Sandys kitchenn - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Big Wesser Riverside Pub - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic stay by the CREEK -Secluded/self-checkin pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Romantic stay by the CREEK -Secluded/self-checkin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic stay by the CREEK -Secluded/self-checkin?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic stay by the CREEK -Secluded/self-checkin located?

Situated in Bryson City, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Pincu Pottery. Fontana Lake and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 97 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Amenities

5.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Was a great stay and location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was peaceful and relaxing listening to the creek. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
About 20 minutes to the nearest grocery but besides that it is a good place to get some alone time.Nice area for our little dog to run around. Hist checked in on us first night to see we made it in and the next day. That was it but that was all that was needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Love this property this is our second stay and we will be back. The views and sound of the water is so refreshing thanks for sharing your home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean place.had everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for quiet and relaxation, this is the place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall very happy with visit, cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at Fox Run. The house and the property was absolutely beautiful! There was plenty of room and it was so cozy. The best part about this vacation for us as a family was staying at this property. We will be staying there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Very beautiful setting in nature with mountains surrounding. Creek that runs along the side gives a great sound of rushing water . The inside was dusty which caused sneezing at night while sleeping. Thought it could have been cleaned properly would have been a perfect stay .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
We were looking for a relaxing stay, and this property provided exactly that! The hot tub was very clean, warm and refreshing, and the cabin itself was clean and well-stocked with towels and kitchen items. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Host was responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin and the surrounding was beautiful, cozy, scenic, peaceful. We like to cook our own meals and the kitchen was fully equpped with blender, 2 kinds coffemakers, slowcooker (very impressed with this one) you name it they have it. Owners were great communicating promptly. The only takeaway was the rough road going up to the cabin. Luckily gps directed us well. The owners gave us detailed directions as back up just in case data connectivity dropped. Overall we are very satisfied.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Archival

10/10 Excellent

This place rocks!

This is an awsome place to stay! We had a blast and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Allen, Thank-You so much for that 5 star rating and for your very nice comments. You were terrific guests and we look forward to having you back some time soon! Best Wishes, Donnie and Brenda
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and peaceful cabin in the mountains! Loved the extra Christmas decorations for our holiday stay. Had everything we needed and then some. Felt like a home away from home. Excellent owner communication. Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good property
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Clean, comfortable and close to everything.

We really enjoyed the small touches like the Xmas decorations. The house was clean and very comfortable, we loved relaxing in the chairs in front of the fire. It was easy to find and close to all the amenities. Would definitely come back again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Happy to hear you enjoyed your visit to Horse Shoe Bend! You were terrific guests and we look forward to having you back soon! Best Wishes, Donnie and Brenda
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun weekend

The best part was driving over the creek
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
This property needs so much attention. First of all the grass was so tall around the property. I know that we have had a lot of rain but it certainly needed to be mowed around the cabin. Also, we had to wash a load of bath towels and wash cloths the next day because there were no extras. It took 2 hours for that load to complete and then another one and half hours to dry them. We also had to use the hamper with some weight pushed againist the folding doors to keep them from opening so we could use the toilet since the washer and dryer was in the bathroom . The rugs in both bathrooms were so dirty. The wood floors throughout the cabin were also nasty. I don’t know how long the cleaning crew has to clean each cabin but if the washer and dryer has any effect than I don’t even know if they even have time to wash and dry the sheets before moving on to the next one. As a matter of fact, the dryer was still running with a load of towels when we checked in. Really needs a good deep cleaning throughout and some TLC.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2026
Sorry, you feel this way about our cabin in the woods. Yes the lawn mowing was due. It is just that our lawn person was sick with flu when he was scheduled for us. He was delayed by a few days. And we provide just one set of towels and washcloths. If you need additional ones, you could have requested and our crew would have happily delivered at a cost. We do send out a message the morning after you checked in to ask if you need additional items. The laundry taking 2 hours for washing and another one and a half for drying means you may have set it up incorrectly. Our crew regularly uses it to wash and it had never taken this long. The rugs in the bathroom, we will have it checked out and replace as needed. The cabin does have some natural wear on the hardwood floor in a couple of spots — it’s a rustic mountain cabin, so some character and weathering is part of the charm, though we understand it’s not everyone’s preference. We appreciate you letting us know and will keep an eye on it for future guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was exactly as described. Pictures do not do it justice. The sound of the creek and constant running creek was so soothing while slipping hot tea on the porch. Our mother loved this trip because of the seclusion and the Mountain View. The host was super responsive. Beds are comfy and kitchen has everything you need to stay in and cook a nice meal, you just have to bring the groceries. We loved our stay and will definitely rebook when we return to this town.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful cabin tucked away in the mountains!

We loved your cabin and had a great time on our trip!! The cabin was clean and well maintained, we would recommend it to anyone. The inside is just as pretty as the outside. Very secluded area!! Loved It!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 November 2022
Thanks Karen, appreciate the feedback!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fun time! Cozy and secluded!

Second time staying at Horse Shoe Bend... there's a reason we came back. House is close to all the fun things to do in Cherokee but we spent a lot of time hanging out on the porches and in the hot tub!! Great spaces inside---worked well for our two combined families of kids and dogs. Well equipped kitchen and owners were awesome to work with… We will definitely be back I'm sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Sally, Thanks again for returning to Horse Shoe Bend and for sharing your experiences with others. We work really hard to ensure that our guests keep coming back! You are terrific guests and we look forward to your next visit! Best Personal Regards, Donnie and Brenda
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time!

It was remote (very remote) BUT was nice to get away. The house was nicely laid out, had everything we needed. The property was on a ravine and cleared off piece with trees around. I am glad we took the SUV because you drive through a creek to get to the house, which was fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Quiet cabin in the woods

This is a very nice cabin in a wooded neighborhood close to the main access roads and a short drive into Cherokee or the National Park. Comfortable bedrooms, spacious main living area with cozy couches, and peaceful deck perfect for outdoor grilling or eating out. Owner is very nice and accessible if there are any issues. We suggest a 4WD if you have one as the road into the cabin is steep. We enjoyed our peaceful hiking vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 9 June 2020
Brenda, We enjoyed having you and can't tell you how much we appreciate your very nice comments! We look forward to having you back again really soon. Warmest Wishes, Donnie and Brenda
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Right on the money!!

Cabin was great! It was just what we needed and in close proximatey to the casino for the concert there we attended. Donnie was great, let us check in early, called to make sure we arrived and told us to call if we needed anything! The driveway, not too bad, just pay attention!! Hot tub on a clear night yields to millions of stars, so don't forget to look up! Thank you so much Donnie! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Hope, You were wonderful guests and we really appreciate your choosing Horse Shoe Bend for your trip to the Great Smoky Mountains! Please know you are welcomed back anytime! Best Personal Regards, Donnie and Brenda
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great cabin !!!!

Our family stayed from 12/20-12/27/2014 . We had a fantastic , relaxing time at Horse Shoe Bend. Enjoyed the great view every morning from the swing in the front porch . We only used the grill outside once , due to the cold . The Jacuzzi was wonderful. We visited Sylva and Bryson City a few times , drove to Gatlingurg , TN and had a great time there. We also visited the Great Smokey Mountain National Park, went hiking on several trails, went to see several of the waterfalls , Mingo Falls was my favorite. Donnie was a pleasure to work with . We truly enjoyed our stay and hope to return during summer months soon .
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
Maria, You can't know how much we appreciate your choosing Horse Shoe Bend for your Christmas Vacation and those very nice comments! We would love to have you back anytime! Spring is special at the cabin and there is so much to do throughout the year! Again, welcome back to Horse Shoe Bend anytime! Best Regards, Donnie and Brenda Mohn
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