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A wooden deck with wicker chairs and a view of a forested area.
A room with large windows, wooden walls, and a skylight.
A cabin with a wooden deck overlooking a river, surrounded by trees and rocky terrain.
A spacious living area with a staircase, wooden beams, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a granite island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Whittier, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪22 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Whittier

This cottage places you next to Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sequoyah National Golf Club - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 18 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 19 min drive - 17.5 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 22 min drive - 20.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Jack The Dipper - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mabel's Kitchen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪South of Philly - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Smokey Mountain River Retreat

Beautiful cottage in the Smokey Mountains of North Carolina. Situated just 58 minutes from all the culture and art of Asheville, yet close to the Great Smokey Mountains National Park and all the quaint small towns in the area.

The home has 2 bedrooms downstairs and a master bedroom upstairs, along with a lovely sleeping porch where you can fall asleep listening to the river below. Each of the bedrooms has a high quality mattress and high threadcount sheets. The Master has a king-sized Awara premier natural hybrid mattress.

The kitchen is fully-equipped with a stainless steel fridge with icemaker, range, and dishwasher. Other amenities include a 2-car carport and a wood stove.

If you wish to stay connected during your holiday we've recently installed Starlink satellite internet, so you can enjoy dependable, high speed internet connectivity throughout your visit.

Enjoy drinks on the deck while you watch the fireflies in the trees or head into Sylva (7.5 miles away) for a gourmet dinner or a movie. Whatever you want to do, from shopping for antiques to just relaxing on the deck, this is the best base you could choose to do it from.

Our home overlooks the Tuckaseegee River, very close to the Great Smokey Mountains National Park (most visited park in the US).
Close to our home are many opportunities for hiking, kayaking, rafting, and fishing. You can even kayak the river right in front of our home and float past our house.

Nearby in Sylva and Bryson City (less than 15 minutes) are many fantastic restaurants and a wonderful spa. Less than an hour away is Asheville with its many dining and shopping opportunities. Asheville also has a vibrant arts scene with music, pottery, paintings, theater and more.
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fireplace.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Whittier and just steps from Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. You'll also find Country Side Bowling Lanes and Poteet Memorial Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Smokey Mountain River Retreat?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Smokey Mountain River Retreat good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cottage, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each cottage and a fireplace in some.

Are there hot tubs at Smokey Mountain River Retreat?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Smokey Mountain River Retreat?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cottage.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Smokey Mountain River Retreat?

Yes, every cottage at Smokey Mountain River Retreat comes with a patio.

Smokey Mountain River Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

crystal c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was amazing! On the River and my husband and son could fish while I was with my daughter at a competition. The cabin was well accommodated for us arriving late in the night. We will definitely be coming back next year for her competition!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ralph M.

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

Relaxville

The river movement over the rocks was so relaxing. The home was well appointed. The location is well suited for traveling in either direction from Gatlinburg to Asheville. Nice and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

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

Happy New Years

This place was amazing, not only the beautiful home, but also the property. We spent most of our time on the front porch looking and listening to the river. We saw bald eagles everyday and got some wonderful pictures. The ONLY problem we had was having to leave. I'd highly recommend this home. Blessings Y'all
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

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