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Historic Hazel House - Downtown Bryson City

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Front porch of Hazel House.
View from the loft/office area.
Living room and kitchen area.
Dining area and kitchen.
Living room.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4125.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantahala Brewing Company
    ‪6 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

King Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

King Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Hazel House - Downtown Bryson City

Located right on Main Street in downtown Bryson City, the Hazel House was originally built in 1902 has been fully brought up to date with all modern comforts. Guests can sit on the porch and enjoy the view as well as walk to restaurants and shops and the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad. The entire restoration is featured in a series by the Perkins Builder Brothers.

The Hazel House was originally built in 1902 has been fully brought up to date with all modern comforts. The Hazel House has two bedrooms each with a king size bed and private bathroom. The living room area is an open floor plan and the kitchen is fully stocked for cooking. We’ve stocked the Hazel House with board games and tried to think of every detail that will make your stay perfect. The loft has been transformed into a cozy reading area and workspace. In November and December, the house is fully decked out for Christmas and the Polar Express.

Every aspect of the Hazel House has a story behind it. Fully restored from its days when Bud and Hazel Jacks lived on Main Street and ran their jewelry store next door. There was once a door that connected the two. Reclaimed materials and eco-friendly products have been used throughout. All artifacts found on the property during excavation have been saved and displayed. We love the history of this home and its unique location right in the heart of town. There are two dedicated parking spaces located right behind the house so there is no need to find public parking downtown and in the winter there are no treacherous inclines to tackle. The parking area is well lit and very safe.

From the Hazel House you can walk right across the street to restaurant favorites like Jimmy Macs, Pasqualino’s, Everett Hotel Bistro or pick up food from the food truck and eat at the Bryson City Outdoors Taproom. You can walk to the nearby seasonal Friday farmers’ market for fresh produce from our local farmers, honey from our local beekeepers and crafts from local artisans. Walk along the river and put your feet in the cool water at nearby Island Park. Hop in the car and drive just 3 miles to the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

There is one small IGA grocery store within walking distance and a larger Ingles a few minutes away. We know you'll feel right at home. If you need something extra let us know!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The maximum number of guests allowed at the dwelling is the number agreed upon at the time of booking.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Bryson City

Located in Downtown Bryson City, a neighbourhood in Bryson City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Nantahala Brewing Company and Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Bryson City Gem Mine. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Cottage Craftsman - 6 min walk - 0.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Vallarta Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Hazel House - Downtown Bryson City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic Hazel House - Downtown Bryson City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Hazel House - Downtown Bryson City?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Hazel House - Downtown Bryson City located?

This family-friendly Bryson City holiday home is located on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Tuckasegee River and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Island Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 94 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven O.

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

Excellent place to stay.

Everything was perfect. Beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peg A.

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

Another journey

The house was amazing, beautiful and so clean. Location was spot on. All of the restaurants we ate at were delicious. So much to do and see.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

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

Adorable Getaway near the Smokies

Beautiful home to call our home base for a few days. Everything we needed and my kids really enjoyed the magnetic poetry.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

sal m.

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

Historic Hazel House

great location we could walk to train station and restaurants. very comfortable bed and great room. ample parking in rear of house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Bryson City

Second time staying here. Great 2 bedroom house with all the amenities. Plenty of off street parking behind the house. Great location downtown with easy walking distance to shops and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michalene P.

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

Beautiful!

Loved everything about this house. It’s a great location and so beautiful! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea I.

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

Great find!

Cute, clean house. Close to grocery stores and hiking. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita G.

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

Beautiful home.

This was our third time staying at the Hazel House with our grandchildren. We were in town for The Polar Express, which was an easy walk from this home. Our grandchildren were happy to find that it was decorated for Christmas. The house was very clean and is beautiful. We highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Columbia, SC

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

Bryson City Charming House

Well located 2 BR house in downtown Bryson City. Easy walk to shops and restaurants. We were in town for our granddaughter to ride the Polar Express. House was well appointed, clean, and comfortable. Recommend this place highly and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felicity W.

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

Mountain break

The property was perfect. Two couples away for a mid week break. Loved the location of the house, right in downtown. The two king bed en suite bedrooms were extremely comfortable. The kitchen well equipped and plenty of relaxation space in the living room. The entry and exit instructions were clear and not onorous at all. It was a beautiful space and we enjoyed every minute.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Getaway

All I can say is there is no other place we would recommend to stay other than here. Very clean and updated. Ashley was the best. We were able to interact with her and she was most helpful in many ways. From reserving to leaving was easy and smooth. Thank you Ashley, you’ve done an amazing job on this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa A.

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

Perfect! (& sooo much fun!)

The Hazel House is beautiful!! Perfectly clean and great location! We could have stayed all day long and watched the cars pull in and out of the parking space across the street. (The restaurant and Hardware store are across the street.) We felt like we were in “Bedford Falls” in “It’s A Wonderful Life.” The owner, Ashley, is beyond talented to create such a magical place! Her art store is next door, and you’ll find all kinds of treasures there. We took our 4 year old granddaughter to Santaland in Cherokee. Bryson City is a short drive there. The Hazel House is sooooo much fun! The loft and staircase are cool! The beds are extremely comfortable. Everything is great! We’d give 10 stars if we could!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

m u.

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

Adorbs!

We truly enjoyed our visit to the Hazel House. The property is centrally located, warm, and inviting. Before staying there I didn’t know that the owners had so lovingly created the space. You could really feel how much care and innovation had gone into each choice for the space. The beds are comfortable and the kitchen and bathrooms are well stocked. My husband worked in the loft space during our trip and the internet worked great for him, even for online meetings. We enjoyed rocking on the front porch, walking to stores and restaurants, and having a comfortable place to return to each evening. We really liked The Rice Wagon for lunch and highly, HIGHLY recommend Bryson Bakery, just a few doors down. If you happen to visit on a weekend then I also recommend checking out 120 Main St next door. They have many beautiful pieces of art, jewelry, and fun knick knacks—not the same old tchotchkes that are peddled everywhere else. This trip was truly a gift.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the organization, location, attention to detail, and history provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nice, very comfortable 2 large bedroom home within easy walking distance of restaurants, shops and the Smoky Mountain Railroad
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

cathy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a lovely Stay. The house is well equipped and Beautiful. Fabulous Host Perfect Location!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second time staying at the Hazel House and was just as enjoyable as the first time. Nicely decorated with all the amenities and located perfectly within walking distance of downtown destinations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

m u.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at the Historic Hazel House and we loved it just as much as we did the first time! Every aspect of the house is thoughtful and created with care. The beds are comfortable, the porch is lovely, and we truly enjoyed being right in the middle of everything in downtown Bryson City!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian H.

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

Perfect Place

Can’t beat the location and the house was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Hazel House is a beautiful property. We have brought our grandchildren several times and stayed at the house. It is always spotless and comfortable. We highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

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

Great location

Perfect location. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Amazing home

Has everything we needed and it’s clean and perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Farrah L.

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

We love the Hazel House!

What a great trip our family had in Bryson City but staying in Hazel House made it extra special! The home is so charming and cozy! It’s just so beautiful and the location is excellent! We cannot wait to visit the Hazel House and Bryson City again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia F.

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

Bryson City New Years

Beautiful home, right in the heart of Bryson City! Wonderful stay with everything we needed to enjoy another terrific trip to our favorite getaway spot.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B F.

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

Family time

Best VRBO experience we have ever had!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ashley

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I live in the Great Smoky Mountains in the adorable small town of Bryson City. I am a full-time artist and have a small gallery/art studio at 120 Main Street. My husband is co-owner of Bryson City Outdoors/Taproom and the BCO Market/Bryson Bakery. We are partners with the Perkins Builder Brothers and have saved many old houses in the area. We love our cute little town and the beautiful mountains that surround it.

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood is located right downtown with an easy walk to restaurants, shops and the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad Depot. The central location is only a few miles away from the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and also a great location for day trips to Ashevlle, Gatlinburg, Cashiers, Franklin and Fontana. Also being right downtown in the winter is a plus because the roads are quickly cleared.

Languages:

English

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