Title: Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express ## Photo gallery for Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express ![Dining - Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express (Bryson City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114820000/114816700/114816635/e9d55a1d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express (Bryson City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114820000/114816700/114816635/aca5bf97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express (Bryson City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114820000/114816700/114816635/af73b7d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express (Bryson City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114820000/114816700/114816635/495f1ac3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express (Bryson City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114820000/114816700/114816635/eaeee6e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Close to Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express provides amenities such as laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom900 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £185 includes taxes & fees 7 Mar - 8 Mar ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express This space is cozy & convenient! Perfect little space in walkable downtown Bryson City. Directly across from the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad and Polar express. Well stocked. Ideal for 2-4ppl can accommodate 6ppl. Minutes from multiple entrances to the GSM National Park, Shops, restaurants, & area attractions. Very short drive to the Cherokee Casino, Nantahala Outdoor Center, Lake Fontana, Tail of the Dragon, Fontana village, Tsali recreational, & local medical facility for mid term stays. As a downtown building near the train station; the master King bedroom has wood panel shutters, black out curtains, day light curtains, & for light sleepers the room is stocked w/ ear plugs & 2 noise machines. The living room is spacious with an open floor plan with 2 dining areas, the bar & Sun room w/ a stocked coffee bar. Our futon allows for extra sleeping accommodation in addition to the loft nook over the kitchen w/ a queen bed that is accessible from the laundry room. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Front entrance ramp - Hardwood flooring in public areas - No lift - Single level property - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### 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) ### General - Unit size: 900 square feet ## Similar properties ![Blackout curtains, cots/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2500000/2497600/2497542/25638217.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Bryson City Bryson City - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning - Business services 8.0 Very good 1,002 reviews £59 includes taxes & fees 15 Mar - 16 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-15&endDate=2026-03-16&selected=2497542&PinnedHotelID=2497542&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/80000/79400/79301/a818b1d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sleep Inn Bryson City - 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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 ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ## About the area Downtown Bryson City, a neighbourhood in Bryson City, is home to this holiday home. Nantahala Brewing Company and Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond 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. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Bryson City travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bryson-City.dx83988) [View more Holiday homes in Bryson City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bryson-City-Private-Holiday-Homes.d83988-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.42763,-83.44717&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:wigwExgi%7CN%3FS%3FQ%3FS%3FS%40Q%40S%40S%40Q%40S%40SBQ%40QBSBQBQBQBQBSDQDQBQDQDQDQFQDODQFOFQDQHMFQFOFOHOFOHMHOFOHMJMHOHMHKJMHMJMJKJMJKJKJKJKLKJILIJKLIJILILILGLILGLGLILGNELELELGNENELENCLENCLCNCNCNALCNANANAN%3FLANAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%3FN%40N%40L%40NBN%40NBLBNBNBLDNBNDLDLDNFLDLDLDNFLHLFLFLHLFLHJHLHLHJJLHJHJJLJJJJJJJJLJJHLJLHLJJHLHNHLHLHNHNFLHNHNFNFNFPFLFPFPDNFPDNFPDPDPDPBPDPDPBRBPBPBPBPBR%40P%40PBR%40R%40P%40R%40R%40P%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FPARARAPARAPCRAPAPCRCPCPCPCRCPEPEPCPEPERENGPENGPENGPGPGLGPGNGNININGLININILILINILKLIJKLILKJKLKJKJKJMJKJKHMJKHMHMJKFMHMFMHMHMDMHOFMDMFMDODMDMDODOBMDOBOBMBOBO%40OBM%40O%40O%40O%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOAOAOAOAMCOAOCOCMCOCMEOCMEOEOEMEMEMGOEMGMIMEMIMIMGMIMGKKMIKIMKKIMKKKKKKKKKKMKKKMIMKKIMIMIOKMIMGOIOIMGOIOGOGOGQIMEQGQGOEQEOGQEOESEQCQEQEQCQCSCQCQCQCSAQCQASAQASAQASAS%3FQ%3FS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qyVPQPwdLaA1ZRIrriSlgmzqsQM=) Bryson City, NC ### What's nearby - ![Smoky Mountains Railroad Scenic Train, adjacent to the Tuckasegee River. It is a freight and heritage railroad in Western North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130031/4e1fc0e9-1926-489f-a86b-087e314ac039.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Great Smoky Mountains Railroad 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Smokey Mountain Trains Museum 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Nantahala Brewing Company 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - The Cottage Craftsman 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles ### Restaurants - McDonald's 13 min walk - McDonald's 13 min walk - Bryson City Brewing 5 min walk - Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits 10 min walk - Anthony's Italian Resturant 1 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express? ### What time is check-in at Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express? ### What time is check-out at Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express? ### Where is Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Private Unit Downtown Next to GSM Railroad & Polar Express Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Laurie M. 30 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This was such a charming place to stay. It was spotless and plenty of amenities. The host promptly responded to calls or texts with inquiries about the area. I would definitely stay here again ##### Laurie M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PJ A. 30 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cool location Cute little loft downtown. Very convenient location right on the main drag. Place was clean and the bed was comfortable. ##### PJ A. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin E. 6 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Probably the best location we could’ve had, no need for a car to explore the city as we are in downtown. Interior was amazing, plenty of amenities and great views. Would 100% book again if i’m ever in the area ##### Kevin E. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Barbara B. 2 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very nice clean unit. Close to all Bryson City activities. ##### Barbara B. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vinh N. 21 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Love the place. Very nice and clean. Right on the strip and walking distances to all the shops and restaurants. ##### Vinh N. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeremy S. 18 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The apartment is very comfy and the owners have done a lot to mitigate the light coming in early morning and the train sounds when the GSMR is active. Short walks to everything in town and conveniently close to the GSMNP and Blue Ridge Parkway. ##### Jeremy S. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### daryll s. 19 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Very comfortable accomodations. Plenty of room. Very clean. Location was perfect for downtown GSMR access, walking/shopping/dining. ##### daryll s. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul H. 7 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy ##### Paul H. 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