Fish Camp at Waterdance - Log Cabin On The River

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A wooden deck with a stone staircase leading to a porch, a small outdoor seating area with two Adirondack chairs, and a clear view of a stream surrounded by trees.
A rustic cabin interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area, and a sofa with a view to an outdoor deck.
A rustic log cabin with a stone chimney, a porch with a metal roof, and a stone pathway leading to the entrance.
A rustic interior with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a chandelier. There is a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outdoors through a door.
A log cabin bedroom with two beds, a fireplace, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Cullowhee, NC
  • Place, Western Carolina University
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2nd Bedroom

4 Single Beds

Queen Bed

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

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About the area

Cullowhee

Located in Cullowhee, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Highlands Art Gallery and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Cashiers Farmers Market and Country Side Bowling Lanes. Highlands Biological Station and Jackson County Green Energy Park are also worth visiting.
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Cullowhee, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Glenville - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Western Carolina University - 17 min drive - 22.5 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 41 min drive - 49.2 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 51 min drive - 65.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 52 min drive - 73.2 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 83 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Catamount Jaxe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Local - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Happ’s - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Omaha House - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Central Hall C Building - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fish Camp at Waterdance - Log Cabin On The River pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows 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.

How much is parking at Fish Camp at Waterdance - Log Cabin On The River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fish Camp at Waterdance - Log Cabin On The River?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fish Camp at Waterdance - Log Cabin On The River?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fish Camp at Waterdance - Log Cabin On The River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of High Falls and Tuckasegee River. Lake Glenville and Ralph J. Andrews County Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a charming cabin in an ideal location for anyone seeking a beautiful view with a little adventure. We appreciated the scenic setting and trout fishing in the creek. The house was cozy and tucked away safely in a gated community close to Cashiers and Glenville. We hope to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was clean, quiet, and very comfortable. Our whole family really enjoyed our stay, especially the beautiful private river view and all the outdoor activities, including fishing, tubing, and relaxing around the campfire. It was a peaceful and enjoyable getaway for the whole family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely charming cabin, cosy and well equipped. Special decorative touches in every room gave such a warm feel. Loved the porches, comfy outdoor seating and view of the water. It took our kids about 5 minutes to locate the tube and plunge into the river. Lush vegetation, great for walking. Such a great family vacation property!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The place was exactly as advertised. We were not familiar with the location prior to booking, so it was a bit too secluded for us. The property manager was very responsive. My only suggestion would be to replace the microwave and coffee maker.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very cute place on a the river. Had a problem with the QR code when trying to get in the gate, but Garreth responded quickly to help us get inside the gate. I liked everything about this place besides not having a dishwasher (hate washing dishes). I would stay here again if it’s available next time we visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
The river was magical! We spent most of our time in it! The nature setting was beautiful! It was exactly what we were looking for. The log cabin is authentic and nicely put together, loved the decor! … a few facts: the WiFi didn’t work and we had no cell service either, make sure you locate the bug sprays to have them handy, and check between your mattresses for dead bugs too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We truly loved this cabin! It was perfect for our three boys. Clean, spacious, very comfortable and well stocked. The river behind the house was just beautiful. Our host was communicative and check in was a breeze. We will absolutely be back! *the only thing to note - the WIFI was absolutely terrible and may as well have not been on. It was a nice week unplugged, but I did wish we’d known that we would be unplugged ahead of time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very happy with our visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful location and we loved the charm of an authentic hand hewn reclaimed lumber log house.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property on the river

Peaceful, relaxing stay- convenient to surrounding areas.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting. Caught 4 beautiful trout. They were delicious. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Riverfront Property

Everything thing about this property is perfect. The home is clean and cozy and the private river access was amazing. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing River View

The most perfect little cottage on the river. Well equipped, great location, delicious trout.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

Nice and quiet - on a great creek - great fire pit outside and fireplace inside. The fall colors were great!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful river and private, comfortable house

I would stay here aging. Private and peaceful
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family retreat.

Great little cabin in between mountain towns. Well equipped kitchen, outdoor grill, fire pit and fun tubs for our daughters to float down the creek. The fishing was excellent and couldn’t have been more convenient to walk out the back door and into the stream. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin

The cabin, the river… it’s NC mountain perfection. The property manager had the place spotless and ready for us when we arrived. The one and only change I’d make to the place is the beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just far enough away!

We had a great time at fish camp. The paved roads made it easy to get to the cabin. It feels far away while being close to everything you want to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We will be back!

Don’t hesitate with this house. Prefect in everything. Relaxing and quiet. Just watch the stream roll by. The kitchen was great. Beautfully decorated. Had everything we needed but we did bring our own drip coffee pot as they only had a pod if you need that.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Creekside Escape - A Perfect getway!

We had the most amazing time at this cabin! It was the perfect relaxing getaway for my husband and me. We’re from Pensacola, FL, and this spot was exactly what we were looking for. Peaceful, private, and surrounded by nature, yet still just a short drive to town and shopping.The cabin had everything we needed. All the amenities were there, and we appreciated the thoughtful touches like bars of soap and travel-size shampoo in the bathroom. The master bed was incredibly comfortable, and the whole place was clean, cozy, and welcoming.The waterfront was absolutely beautiful. We spent a lot of time relaxing by the creek, and my husband caught a few trout (and released them) while fishing right off the rocks. It was quiet, restful, and just what we needed to unwind.We would definitely come back. Highly recommend!Reynolds
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This river house was truly a dream. From the moment we arrived, the decor transported us from our beachy Florida mindset to the cozy, serene cabin vibes of the mountains. Every room was beautifully and thoughtfully decorated—nothing was missing or overlooked.The kitchen was fully stocked with everything we needed, and we loved spending our evenings working on puzzles and exploring the little library provided. The river was the real showstopper—our kids spent all day playing in the water, and the provided tubes were such a thoughtful bonus. Evenings around the fire pit making s’mores were the perfect end to each day.The location was spot on—perfectly positioned between Bryson City’s adventures and the charm of Cashiers, with its farmers market, grocery store, and brewery all just a short, scenic drive away. Check-in and check-out were smooth and clearly communicated. And although the property is adjacent to the owners’ home, it never felt anything but private and peaceful.We highly recommend this home to families looking for an unforgettable mountain getaway. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

enchanted river

the property and river were magical. The kitchen and bathroom were quaint. the beds were comfortable. it was rustic. the cleanliness was my biggest issue with this property. I spoke with the property manager, and he said that he discussed with the owner and house keepers and is doing what is necessary to improve the cleanliness of property. he was very responsive. With that said, the property was MAGIC. There is something super magical about a river that you can sit in and watch the stars. The whole family enjoyed and tubed and the sound of rushing water all day and night was amazing. I cried as we left... it was deeply healing on that land.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Solitude at Waterdance

Fishcamp at Waterdance offered a unique vacation experience for our family. We loved the solitude and privacy and the location was beautiful. We fished (caught two trout), tubed, grilled out and spent a lot of time on the back porch. We were the only ones on the property for the week we were there. The cabin is tastefully appointed and the craftsmanship is superb. While we loved our stay there and would return, we found a few things lacking for a property in this price range. There is no dishwasher and other than dinner plates and bowls there were no serving bowls, platters or serving spoons. There were no wine glasses either. Although the mason jar glasses they have are very cute, we like our wine in a wine glass. We purchased inexpensive items so we could toss a salad and serve appetizers. A set of new kitchen knives, serving utensils and dish towels would be nice. We kept all of our food in the kitchen cabinets and that worked well. The master bedroom mattress needs to be replaced. My husband and I literally met in the middle because we rolled that way. Our days were full and we were usually exhausted by bedtime, so we still got a good night’s sleep. The internet came and went. I recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go and have your contacts do so as well. Have a copy of the gate code in everyone’s vehicle. The things I mentioned were small inconveniences. We thoroughly enjoyed our time and were sad to leave such a special place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem-Shhhhh!

Exactly as described in the listing. The way a cabin should be. Comfortable, yet with a frontier-rustic charm. Felt like staying in a cabin two hundred years ago. Right on the creek, as described. Great for dogs and people wanting a quiet location surrounded by nature. There wasn't a soul there when I visited. Can hear traffic on the road above, but the creek drowns it out. The big positives? Location-location-location. Away from humans. but close enough to drive to Happs for dinner, or Cashiers. Cashiers is about 20 minutes, while upscale Highlands is a bit further, 30-40 min. The creek was perfection. Place was clean and serene. I didn't see any bugs like other reviews mentioned, but folks, it's a mountain cabin, not a hotel--be realistic. The only negative is the place needs new mattresses as someone else said. Mattresses are worn out-you'll sink to the bottom of the bed. Don't plan on fast internet or cell service, folks. But that was fine by me. if you're a gamer or have kids that need to stream videos to stay busy, maybe not the best location with HughesNet. I have the same internet here in KY and it's a bit slow or non-existent in storms. This place was exactly what I needed to get away with my old dogs. Away from people. Away from work. I truly appreciate this place and the ability to vacation with my old dog(s) and will reserve again and again. I fell in love with it. I wish it was for sale as I'd buy it today. Don't tell anyone about it so it will never change!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin felt like an authentic log cabin, with a beautiful view of the river with easy access for fishing. Everything was well appointed and very comfortable, with a patio to enjoy the outdoors. The host was very accessible and replied quickly to any questions we had. We enjoyed our stay and felt it was all too brief!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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