Ivy Hills Travel Guide
Waynesville
Popular places to visit

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Learn about the events happening in Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center during your trip to Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
Explore the great outdoors at Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance, a lovely green space in Waynesville. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its golf courses.

Cataloochee Valley
Spot elk and visit historic buildings while camping, driving and hiking in the tranquil countryside of the Great Smoky Mountains.
Queen's Farm Stables
Meet the animals who live at Queen's Farm Stables during your travels in Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.
Lake Junaluska Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Waynesville at Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Hazelwood Soap Company
You can find out about the history of Waynesville with a trip to Hazelwood Soap Company. Discover the mountain views and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour

Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour

Blue Ridge Mtns Hiking Tour with the areas top rated trail expert
Top hotels in Ivy Hills

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Restaurant that supposedly served off the menu was “buffet” only. Only other alternative was breakfast sandwiches from G/R food court (bake & brew). English muffin sandwich was soft - not toasted Room showed some signs of wear but was OK. Be prepared to walk a marathon or two a day. Property is way ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Easy parking. Rooms were nice and clean. Bed was so comfortable.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
A+++++Great hotel
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Cherokee Grand Hotel
Clean place
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Clean room and great location
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Riverfront Cabin, Mountain Views, Fishing, and Hiking!
The WiFi kept going in and out and some stink bugs. But overall great place!
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ivy Hills

Fairway Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fairway Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables.

Countryside Acres
While Countryside Acres may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Queen's Farm Stables and Wheels Through Time Museum.

Apple Creek Acres
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Apple Creek Acres and surrounding area, you can visit Queen's Farm Stables and Wheels Through Time Museum.

Frog Level
Frog Level might not have many top sights, but Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Waynesville
Though Downtown Waynesville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables.

Hemphill Heights
While there might not be top attractions in Hemphill Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cataloochee Ski Area and Wheels Through Time Museum.

