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PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River!

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River views and tranquility await at this Oconaluftee River home. Unwind on the private dock, take a dip in the river, or cast a fishing line. With cable TV and WiFi, you'll stay connected while enjoying your Smoky Mountain retreat.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River!

  • This 3 bedroom/2 bathroom home is located on the Oconaluftee River. Kayaking and Canoeing are easy ways to access the river. Be sure to bring a fishing pole! No boat trailers or large motorized boats! If you're not wanting to fish, just jump in for a swim. Maybe you will just want to sit by the river and read a book or just watch the Canadian Geese and Otters playing around. Elk has been seen on the driveway and around the river.
    Plans to visit Smoky Mountain Railroad? This house is about 10-15 minutes from SMR.
    Cherokee Harrah's Casino is 10 minutes from the house. ( Depending on the traffic).
    There are 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms in the home. A master suite with a queen bed & private master bathroom, two other bedrooms both with queen beds. There is also a main bathroom as well. Cable TV is provided in the living room. The kitchen is supplied with a microwave, toaster, stove/oven, refrigerator, coffee pot & dishwasher. Wifi is also available at the house!
    All linens are provided along with dishes, cookware, tissue paper and utensils.


    NO pets allowed due to the owner and guests having pet allergies.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Rules

No garbage is to be left inside or outside of property upon departure. A 200.00 fee will be charged is trash is left.
Children of all ages are welcomed!
Please do not have drinks or food in the livingroom or bedrooms!

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: No food or drinks in livingroom or bedrooms.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Cherokee, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park, while Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad are cultural highlights. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo are also worth visiting. Kayaking, water tubing, and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Cherokee travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River
    Tuckasegee River
    3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Oconaluftee Islands Park
    Oconaluftee Islands Park
    5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Cherokee_CherokeeWelcomeCenter_553248621551385148_05
    Cherokee Welcome Center
    6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian
    Museum of the Cherokee Indian
    6 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama
    Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama
    6 min drive - 6.3 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS)
    130 min drive

Restaurants

  • Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen + Bar
    8 min drive
  • Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino
    8 min drive
  • Noodle Bar
    9 min drive
  • Granny's Kitchen
    9 min drive
  • Waffle House
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Tuckasegee River and 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest. Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Oconaluftee Islands Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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PRIVATE RIVERFRONT 3 bed/2 bath house on the Oconaluftee River! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 309 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 309 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 309 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 309 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 309 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautifully decorated, I love the porch and the rocking chairs. It is so peaceful and relaxing to listen to nature. A great escape from every day life.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had the best stay! Day was very helpful and answered all questions we had. Thankful and blessed to have had this place to spend time with our family this Christmas season.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cabin served our family trip purpose to stay near by Bryson City polar express train and bring home Christmas trees entirely. Would be a great spring/summer stay to trout fish tube and explore. Host was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean. Nice location, although adjoining property isn’t so pretty. Host was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda Y.

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

perfect VRBO

This property was spotless!! The host was awesome, checked in with us multiple times, this is a perfect place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett S.

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

Mountain cabin. On the river

Very nice property. It was very quiet and peaceful. Did some fishing and relaxing. Close to Cherokee and Bryson city.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbie J.

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

Very relaxing

We would recommend this place for a for a very relaxing vacation time. Neat and clean. The front porch was the place to relax and enjoy the sights and sounds of the river in front of the place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

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

Cherokee

Great stay and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

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

Great home close to Great Smoky Mountain National Park

This was a great location near Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Very nice, clean with a well appointed kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne B.

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

Great property

Beautiful home on the river. Would definitely recommend and stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonny

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The property was perfect for our needs and conveniently located. The owner keeps an open line of communication, and checked on us (text message) to ensure our stay was going well. The place was in excellent condition and very well kept. We highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B.

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

Wonderful family trip

We enjoyed staying here so much. We brought our kayaks and really enjoyed using them on the river. So peaceful and beautiful! Lots of great family memories made and hope to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Great getaway

House was very homey and well decorated. The location is beautiful. The host was super friendly and checked in on us. We are already making plans for another visit real soon. The house was really clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Nice place.

Very clean, nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

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

Secluded Getaway

It was off the beaten path and secluded for privacy. The house was very clean and very detailed in the decor. We would definitely stay there again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Nice private spot for visiting Cherokee

Nice to have the river/lake by the cabin. The porch is really great with the rocking chairs and plenty of space.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

jeff c.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

week ender

nice place neat tidy, local of the beaten path but ok
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

Family vacation

We had a very good time. The house was really good and the view was amazing. I would highly recommend this place
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

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

Great place to stay

Everything was exactly as advertised. Place had everything needed for our fishing trip. Day was very responsive to all questions. I will definitely stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Really Enjoyed our Stay

The house was so cute and CLEAN!! It is easy to access, has plenty of amenities, and is right on the river. You won't be disappointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina C.

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

Cherokee vaca

We enjoyed our stay. We have been staying at this location for a number of years. We really enjoy it! We keep coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

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

Girls Trip

Our trip was fantastic! The house was awesome and quiet on the river. Front porch sitting was a blast.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

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

Mom Getaway

Perfect for 84 year old mother and legally blind Aunt! Decor and cleanliness was awesome. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karlyn C.

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

Wonderful

Peaceful location away from all the hustle and bustle but very easy to get to town when needed. Home was very clean and well maintained. Would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

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

Perfect spot

This was our second stay. We absolutely love this location- beautiful and peaceful but still only minutes from dining and other activities. Great house w all amenities of home. Host is awesome and very responsive and accommodating!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024