Located in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, River Front Cottage offers a tranquil retreat with its 3 bedrooms and private deck overlooking Tuckasegee River. Unwind with a charcoal grill on the covered porch or explore nearby Cherokee and Bryson City.
Reviews
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Welcome to River Front Cottage just minutes from downtown Cherokee and Bryson City! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath Smoky Mountain cabin rental sits above a tranquil Tuckasegee River offering you the perfect getaway in the Smoky Mountains.
Only minutes from the entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this three bedroom cabin sits overlooking the river.
The master is truly a delight! This spectacular bedroom features a beautiful queen bed with amazing view of the river. There's also a full bath for added privacy and convenience.
You'll have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors here, whether from the private deck off the front porch where you can enjoy the sound of the river meandering by , this cabin offers space to enjoy the sounds of nature around you. Head down the private steps leading to the river to sit by the rocks and read your favorite book, or enjoy fishing. For the adventuresses bring your kayak and tube and float down the river.
With a super convenient location near both Bryson City and Cherokee and just Great Smoky Mountains National Park, river access and numerous features and amenities, your time spent at this Bryson City cabin rental is sure to be memorable and cherished by you and your loved one forever.
Cabin Amenities: 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Sleeps 8 River Front (Tuckasegee River) Charcoal Grill Covered Porch No Smoking Central A/C Motorcycle Friendly TV Washer/Dryer Microwave Dishwasher Private
Before you pack up the car and head for the mountains, know that when we say mountains, we really mean it! Downtown Bryson City has an elevation of 1,752 feet, so think of this as a starting point. The majority of our cabins will have a higher elevation than this. This means that our roads- both state and private- will be steeper, narrower, and curvier than you may be use to driving. Also, you should expect to encounter gravel roads. Consider it part of our rural mountain charm! Here at Yellow Rose, your safety is our priority. If a cabin requires 4 wheel, front wheel, or all wheel drive to access it, it will be listed in the description. If bringing or riding motorcycles, please call and ask for motorcycle friendly properties. If you have any concerns about accessing your rental, please call prior to your arrival and we will be happy to discuss it with you. Yellow Rose Realty has top rated customer service and has been Locally Owned and Operated Since 1995. We are a company that gives back to the local community and we offer our guests 24/7 Emergency Assistance. View our list of adventure partners to get Special Discounts on Popular Attractions!
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Property amenities
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On the waterfront
Things to do
Casino nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Sledding 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)
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 not allowed
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Whittier, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Smoky Mountain Country Club and Sequoyah National Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding and other activities like sledging. Visit our Whittier travel guide
Is Covered Porch - Covered Porch - Motorcycle Friendly pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Covered Porch - Covered Porch - Motorcycle Friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Covered Porch - Covered Porch - Motorcycle Friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Covered Porch - Covered Porch - Motorcycle Friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Covered Porch - Covered Porch - Motorcycle Friendly located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Smoky Mountain Country Club and Sequoyah National Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Was close to everything and cottage was very clean
Alexis
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mike B.
24 Sept 2024
Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was very quiet and clean
The place was absolutely great - definitely not the host or property manager's fault. Hurricane Helene hit and we were forced to evacuate. I can tell you it would have been great otherwise. Right on the water and very nice other than the couches ARE too uncomfortable as stated in other posts. Back porch is awesome with water view!!
Kim M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Diane B.
25 Jun 2024
Great place
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Nice little place for a quick get away directly on the river. Furniture in living room not comfortable but other than that, it was great!
Diane B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Robert F.
2 Apr 2024
Great getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was an awesome little cozy cabin for me and my family super close to the casino but far enough outside where the traffic don’t bother you the river, running right in front of it adds a certain level of serenity to the place we arrived and noticed that the place was immaculate clean beds were everything looked freshly made well totally arrange another day with yellow rose Realty again
Robert F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Danielle W.
7 Jan 2024
New years rental
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Stay was a good one. The mattress in the master bed room could probably be replaced. It's quite springy and my friends couldn't sleep on it well. I'm not sure that housekeeping cleaned the place before we got there. There was a used bar of soap in the shower and the tub didn't look to be cleaned. I don't think the sheets had been washed. The pillows and lamp were in the floor upon our arrival. We did have clean towels and floors. I wouldnt say it looked dirty though, I just tend to inspect a place before I stay in it. Overall we were satisfied with it. I would rent from yellowrose again.
Danielle W.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Anastasia S.
31 Dec 2023
Great vacation stay!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed staying here! We didn’t have any issues and loved it being close to Bryson City, but away from all the hustle and bustle in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. We loved the back porch area close to the river and the kids loved being able to run outside and wave at the train every time it came by!
Anastasia S.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
william o.
28 Sept 2023
Vacation with grandchildren
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
very clean. All appliances worked as designed except that the washer needed a manual rinse cycle. No internet available but was able to hotspot with my phone. Will plan on returning with my other grandkids. Very relaxing location
Quaint and nice stay. Peaceful back porch to watch the river and fish.
Susan H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Kelley B.
30 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication, location
House was clean and comfortable for the most part. Neighborhood was rundown, but quiet. I would stay here again.
Kelley B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Nicole T.
3 Jan 2026
Great location, pretty river view with covered porch.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Overall, this house was wonderful. It had everything that we needed with the exception of some general kitchen cooking ware. It was clean and was as described. We look forward to booking this house again in the near future.
Nicole T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
James N.
10 Aug 2025
Relax by the river.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very good great location. Would stay there again.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Wonderful
Very nice place to stay but the furniture needs to be upgraded the kitchen table is very week and wobbly and it need new seating in the living room what is in there sits too low for older people
Surrounding area was not as described. Loud train, old creepy houses and the river was so dirty. We stayed a night due to fear for our safety. I would give zero star but that wasn’t an option so I have to give 1 star.
Kosal Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Glenn G.
9 Jul 2025
July 4th week
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Yellow rose was easy to deal with. Hours opened ? I worked real estate, property management & our office was opened 7 days per week. The Couchs in this unit was impossible to sit on & be comfortable. The small print as far as wifi needs to be easier to see. We work remotely & this was an issue.
Glenn G.
Verified
8/10 Good
SHAWNA E.
29 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Great visit
The place was very clean and close to nearby Bryson City. The only negative remarks are there is no toaster even though the listing says there is. Also, there is a TV but no internet and no satellite to use the TV. Thankfully we were able to use our hotspot. The walls are very thin, so you can hear everything from the other rooms. Bring extra blankets in the winter months. There is only sheets and a thin comforter on the beds. Hot showers though! Overall, I would rent again.
SHAWNA E.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
From a partner site
2/10 Terrible
16 Oct 2020
Whittier
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was very unhappy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
When you look at pictures they make it look like its in a secluded area its not a busy road goes right by it a trailer is across from it and a post office across the river that opens at 6:00 in the morning making a lot of noise trash in yard when we get there no dishes
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Mary H.
29 Nov 2020
Elliot road stay
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We had a leak in the master bathroom above the shower. There was a spot in the floor between the hall bathro and first bedroom that felt as if the floor was separating. We were also a little disappointed in the pots and pans that were in the cabin. We did buy a bigger pot and left it there for others to use.
One son got there the night before everybody else and advised us not to even come and stay location was horrible, trailer right outside the front door house sits right off of main bridge. And then the one night he did stay there somebody tried to break in the back window of his truck. So the rest of the family that was supposed to go we decided not to go at all and put our lives or vehicles at risk. It's just a shame that we lost so much money on renting a place that was very deceiving with their pictures. My advice do not rent this place
Alot of bees outside the house. We got stung a few times thankfully nobidy was allergic to bees on this trip. Also on Thursday our kids was outside placing and some guys that said they worked for the owner of the residence were outside walking around the property. One of the guys had a gun on his waist which is fine however an announcement that they were coming to look through the storage under the house would have been more appropriate. Especially considering the children ages ranging from 6 to 14 were outside at the time. 3 star rating due to these listed items.
Ashley O.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jamie P.
23 Jun 2025
Outside deck very dirty
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Our overall stay was good. One bedroom had no cover but that was quickly taken care of. I do however have a couple of complaints. The outside deck overlooking the river was filthy. Spider webs everywhere and wasp nests. Luckily I found the nests a did away with them before anyone was hurt. Also, supplies were very limited. We were there for 4 days. It was stated that all trash had to be tied up in bags or there would be an additional charge. We were only provided 2 trash bags. Also, only 1 laundry detergent pod, and 2 dishwasher pods. That seems a little extreme when considering what I paid to stay there. Like I stated, overall we had a great time. I just feel some things were overlooked. Especially that outside deck.
Jamie P.
Verified
8/10 Good
Jay
19 Feb 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean room, amenities and the location was beautiful
Jay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Yvonne M.
3 Jul 2023
Beautiful and Peaceful
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great!!!!