Located in Whittier, this cabin is in the mountains. Oconaluftee Islands Park and Smoky Mountain Country Club 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 Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 8 min drive - 9.0 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 131 min drive
Restaurants
Bryson City Brewing - 12 min drive
Arby's - 10 min drive
Granny's Kitchen - 13 min drive
Taco Bell - 11 min drive
Wendy's - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Close to Bryson City • Hot Tub/Game Room • Near GSMNP + Polar Express pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Close to Bryson City • Hot Tub/Game Room • Near GSMNP + Polar Express?
As of 30 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Close to Bryson City • Hot Tub/Game Room • Near GSMNP + Polar Express on 8 November 2026 start from NZ$3,445, 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 Close to Bryson City • Hot Tub/Game Room • Near GSMNP + Polar Express?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Close to Bryson City • Hot Tub/Game Room • Near GSMNP + Polar Express?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Close to Bryson City • Hot Tub/Game Room • Near GSMNP + Polar Express?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Close to Bryson City • Hot Tub/Game Room • Near GSMNP + Polar Express located?
This family-friendly Whittier cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Oconaluftee Islands Park 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.
Thanks so much for the kind words! We're glad you and your group enjoyed the lodge and its location. It was a pleasure hosting you all, and you're welcome back anytime!
My family had a wonderful time staying at this property.. And the hostess was wonderful to work with..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 28 October 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're so glad your family had a wonderful time at the lodge. It was a pleasure hosting you all, and we really appreciate you choosing to stay with us again! We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Such a beautiful and amazing property. We got our entire family together a the size, location, and amenities provided were exactly what we needed. Host was amazing and communicative. We may even be planning another family trip here next year
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from Management on 26 October 2026
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We're so glad the lodge was a great fit for your family gathering and that you had everything you needed for a memorable stay. We'd absolutely love to welcome your family back next year!
Love the house! Perfect set up and everything we needed. Close to all we wanted to see/do as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 September 2026
Thank you so much! We’re so happy you enjoyed the lodge and that it had everything you needed for your stay. We especially loved seeing the photos you shared. It looked like everyone had a great time! We’d love to have you back anytime!
We had a great time at the house. Enjoyed seeing all the wildlife off of the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you had a great time and enjoyed watching the wildlife from the porch. It’s one of our favorite parts of the lodge too!
Second year that we have stayed in this cabin. Lots of space for a large family
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2026
Thank you choosing to stay with us again and for the great review! It means so much to welcome returning guests and hope to host you again next time you are in the area.
It was a wonderful house. The drive can be challenging but putting your car into 1st gear makes it much easier. The view is wonderful and location was great for the hiking and other things we wanted to do.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2026
Thanks for the review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the house, the views, and the location. We also appreciate your feedback about the drive. Unfortunately, the usual easier route to the property was temporarily blocked by a washout during your stay, making access more challenging than normal. This was an unusual situation, and we’re sorry for the inconvenience.
We give it top reviews for cleanliness, beautiful and convenient location, stocked with everything we needed, space for everyone to spread out, and prompt responses from the host. Nothing to complain about. We would definitely choose the lodge again if we are in the area!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2026
Thanks for the great review! We're happy to hear you all enjoyed your stay and everything the lodge has to offer. We'd love to welcome you back anytime you're in the area!
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the house and really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review. We’d love to host you again anytime!
This home was absolutely beautiful! There were more than enough rooms for all of our family, and we have a bunch! We loved the open floor plan for the kitchen and living room! And spent many nights playing family card games at the dining room table! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a great review! We’re so happy the lodge had plenty of space for your family and that you were able to enjoy your time together. Family card games sound like the perfect way to spend evenings at the lodge! We appreciate your recommendation and would love to host you all again anytime.
Beautiful setting high above a river/lake. Quiet and private, but only 12-15 minutes away from groceries, restaurants, and the Cherokee Casino. Hot tub and game rooms were very nice additions. Furniture was very comfortable, and the kitchen was well-appointed. Excellent weekend all around.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 May 2026
Thank you for the kind review! We're so glad you had a great stay at the lodge and enjoyed everything that the property and area have to offer. Thanks again for staying with us!
This is an awesome property for any groups that want to head to the casino (very close) or just relax at the house by the river. Kristen was an excellent communicator who quickly responded and resolved a small issue we had with the hot tub (breaker had flipped). I highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2026
Thanks so much for staying with us and for the great review! We're so glad you enjoyed the location and had a great stay. Happy we could get the hot tub sorted quickly so you could get back to relaxing. You're welcome back anytime!
Great home. Had plenty of baby items. Two of the full baths are in shared places just fyi, but wasn’t an issue. Beautiful place to look out over the river.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2026
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're so glad the baby items made your stay more comfortable and that you enjoyed the river views. We appreciate you noting the shared bath locations so future guests know what to expect. Hope to welcome you back again soon!
5 stars doesn't really seem like enough! Communication from the host was way beyond what we expected. Great location, short drive to the casino. Quiet and private. Would definitely recommend the place for groups of any kind. Would go back tomorrow!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 April 2026
Thank you for such a wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed the lodge and location. It was a pleasure hosting your group and we would love to have you back anytime.
Had a wonderful time here with our extended family! Plenty of space for our group of 16 and close to lots of activities. Hoping to come back next year!