Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub

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A modern cabin with a stone exterior, a balcony, and a view of a lake.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a wooden dining table.
A spacious room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a dining area with a large window, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a large island with bar stools, pendant lighting, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • 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

  • Spa pool on site
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Basement Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Drive Side Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

River Side Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Basement

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Main Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Dining area

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About the area

Franklin

Bryson City is home to this holiday home. Sheffield Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Nantahala National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Ruby City Gems & Minerals.
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Map
Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 21 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 21 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 25 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 35 min drive - 49.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Kallistos - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Village Bistro - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Boiled P-Nuts - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Raft Guide Club - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Guide Club - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub located?

Located in Bryson City, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mason Mountain Mine and Fontana Lake. Pincu Pottery and Sheffield Mine are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

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
Place was wonderful! We did have maximum number of people for the stay and linens were very limited but otherwise everything was great!! Would def stay there again! Views were fantastic and having access to the river was a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great for our family of 5. The kids loved the pool table and movie room. Playing in the river was so fun! Our dog really enjoyed being able to join us as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with all the needed amenities to keep kids and adults entertained! We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House and location were perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location, great fishing spot as well. Short drive to Franklin. Had 4 motorcycles and loved it. Awesome accommodations and home theater was a game changer for college football Saturday. Will be back again…. Very close to multiple motorcycle routes including moonshiner 28 and Smokey mountain loop.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a quite peaceful family vacation. A bit remote but easy access. Great layout.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Riverside Retreat was the perfect location for our extended family to gather and vacation together. The house is well appointed, roomy, and the outdoor space was perfect for spending lazy afternoons watching the river. We highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Responsive host and amazing river location. We had a great time with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Wonderful area for hiking, shopping, and relaxing. Joseph was the best host!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean, roomy cabin. Kitchen was great and fully stocked with everything we needed to cook breakfast and a dinner. We enjoyed everything about our stay. Looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property with great views! Enough room for our family to spread out. Enjoyed the outdoor seating with the fire pit and listening to the river. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming! Great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay here. The cabin is immaculate with a gorgeous view of the river. The hosts were incredibly responsive and accommodating. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 December 2025
I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. We came and stayed after you and forgot to tell the cleaner and we could hardly tell. Thank you for taking care of our house and clearly tidying up before yall left.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for a tranquil getaway, this is the perfect spot. We had an absolutely wonderful time at this riverside VRBO. The location, right on the water, is so peaceful and makes for the perfect setting for morning coffee. The house is beautiful and very clean. We all agreed it is even nicer than in the photos. The host was very easy to work with. And check in was very easy. Franklin is a charming town. We would definitely return to this place in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful home and stunning view. Enjoyed my stay at this amazing home. I wish it was a longer stay, but we plan to return next year since we loved it so much. Clean home and all the amenities was a plus. Our family watched the polar express together in the amazing movie room, played some pool, enjoyed a fire and took family pictures. Great family memories were made in this home. Thank you so much for being a fantastic host.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is beautiful and so well appointed. Our family stayed here for Christmas and it could not have been more perfect. The host had decorated it beautifully for Christmas! It is evident that a lot of thought and hard work went into planning and building this home. The host was very responsive to any messages. VRBO did not send us the access code to the property prior to arrival and I contacted the host who was quick to help out. Our whole family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The weather was perfect and 2 of our group even caught a few fish! We would definitely love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My stay was excellent, however I got sick and had to leave. The ost was so nice and understanding. The rest of the family stayed and enjoyed. The house is beautiful and had all the things we needed. Hope to come again. Thank you so much .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay in the Riverside Retreat! Everything was just as listed. The Hot tub was very nice! The kids loved the theater room and with the Starlink WiFi we could stream our favorite movies! There was ample bed space for all our grandchildren on the first floor. The second floor had two spacious bed rooms for the two adult coulples. The third floor had a huge private master suite for me and my wife. Great fishing, swiming and tubing right out behind the house. Joseph the owner got back to us in a timely manner with any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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