With space for 4 guests, this cabin features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It offers access to adventure activities like motorboating, mountain biking, and hiking. Enjoy the patio for outdoor relaxation, while nearby options for skiing and golf cater to sports enthusiasts. The property is pet-friendly and located near Tuckasegee River and Oconaluftee Islands Park.
Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Nantahala National Forest
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Explore the area
Whittier, NC
Tuckasegee River
Place, Tuckasegee River
15 min walk
Nantahala National Forest
Place, Nantahala National Forest
17 min walk
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
9 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Master bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Full Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills
Easy mountain getaway, minus the white-knuckle mountain drive! Lazy Daze is a cozy, dog-friendly cabin perfectly tucked between Bryson City and Cherokee. Enjoy a big yard, fire pit, covered porch, full kitchen and a fun loft for the kids, all with easy access to the Smokies, casino, waterfalls, hiking and more.
Description
Welcome to **Lazy Daze Cozy Cabin**, where your Smoky Mountain vacation can start without wondering if your car is actually supposed to climb THAT road.
This cozy 1-bedroom cabin is one of our easiest properties to access and sits just 5 miles from both **Bryson City and Cherokee**, making it a great home base for exploring Western North Carolina.
Inside, you'll find a queen bedroom, full bathroom, comfortable living room with an ambiance fireplace, Smart TVs, WiFi and a fully equipped kitchen. Upstairs, the loft has a queen mattress and makes a fun additional sleeping space, especially for kids.
Outside, slow down in the rocking chairs, enjoy the large yard or end the evening around the fire pit. Bring the dog, bring the marshmallows and settle into mountain time.
**Please note: Lazy Daze does NOT have a hot tub.**
The Space
Lazy Daze is comfortable for a couple, small family or guests traveling with a dog.
**Sleeping:** • Main-level bedroom with queen bed • Loft with queen mattress • Bed linens provided • Pack ’n Play available upon request
**Kitchen & Dining:** • Fully equipped kitchen • Full-size refrigerator with ice maker • Electric stove and oven • Microwave • Duo Flex coffee maker • Cookware, dishes and utensils • Spice rack • Dining table • High chair available upon request
**Living & Comfort:** • Smart TV in living room • Smart TV in bedroom • WiFi • Ambiance fireplace • Central heating and air conditioning • Couch and recliner • Full-size washer and dryer • Board games and giant Connect Four
**Outside:** • Covered porch with rocking chairs • Fire pit with seating • Gas grill • Large yard • Outdoor ashtrays • Additional parking for boats, motorcycles or trailers may be available with advance notice
Location
One of the best things about Lazy Daze is the location.
You're approximately **5 miles from Bryson City and 5 miles from Cherokee**, putting restaurants, shopping and some of the area's most popular attractions within an easy drive.
Explore the **Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Harrah's Cherokee Casino, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, Deep Creek waterfalls and tubing, Oconaluftee River, Blue Ridge Parkway** and plenty of hiking, fishing, rafting and outdoor adventures.
And when the day's adventures are over, you don't have to tackle a steep mountain road to get home.
Getting Here
**If mountain roads make you nervous, Lazy Daze may be the cabin for you.**
Unlike many Smoky Mountain rentals, getting here does not require climbing a steep, narrow mountain road.
A personal vehicle is recommended for exploring the area. Additional parking for a boat, motorcycle or trailer may be available, but **please contact us before arrival for parking instructions.**
Guest Access
Guests have access to the entire cabin, covered porch, yard, fire pit and designated parking areas.
Self check-in makes arrival simple, and detailed check-in information will be provided before your stay once all pre-arrival requirements have been completed.
Interaction
We're local owners and believe you should be able to reach a real person when you need something.
We'll give you space to enjoy your vacation, but we're just a message away if you have a question or need help during your stay.
Our goal is simple: give you a clean, comfortable place to **Unwind, Recharge, Repeat.**
Important Things to Know
**RENTER AGREEMENT:** A completed and signed Renter Agreement is required before check-in. Check-in instructions will not be released until the agreement has been completed.
**$150 SECURITY DEPOSIT HOLD:** A $150 security deposit hold is placed on the guest's credit card approximately 3 days before arrival. You will receive a secure external link through the booking platform to set this up.
**This is a HOLD, not a charge**, similar to the incidental hold placed on a credit card when checking into a hotel. The card would only be charged if there is damage, smoking inside the home or another chargeable violation.
**DOG FRIENDLY:** Dogs are welcome with a **$45 non-refundable pet fee per dog**. Dogs must be included on the reservation. If your dog will be left alone in the cabin, please bring a kennel.
**Dogs only.**
**SMOKE-FREE INTERIOR:** Smoking, vaping and marijuana use are not permitted inside the cabin. Outdoor ashtrays are provided. Additional cleaning or odor-removal charges may apply if smoking occurs inside.
**WHAT WE PROVIDE:** Linens, bath towels, hand soap, dish soap, starter paper products, starter laundry supplies and basic kitchen necessities are provided.
We do **not** provide shampoo, conditioner, body wash, bar soap or other personal toiletries.
**TRAVELING WITH LITTLE ONES?** A **Pack ’n Play and high chair are available upon request.** Please request these before arrival so we can have them ready for your stay.
**NO HOT TUB:** Lazy Daze does not have a hot tub.
**CHRISTMAS:** The cabin is typically decorated for Christmas beginning in mid-to-late November.
House Rules
• Check-out is 11:00 AM • No smoking or vaping inside • No parties or events • Dogs must be included on the reservation and applicable pet fees paid • Please be respectful of the cabin and surrounding property • Report accidental damage promptly • Renter Agreement and security deposit hold must be completed before check-in instructions are released
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Guest must sign renter agreement within 48 hours of arrival.
Security Deposit Required. $250.00
Minimum Age to rent is 24, NO parties, NO smoking. 2 Dog Max, $45 per stay.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1011032
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
About the neighborhood
Whittier
Whittier is home to this cabin. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Oconaluftee Indian Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Smoky Mountain Country Club and Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond. Traveling with kids? Consider Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 9 min drive - 14.0 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 11 min drive - 11.6 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 11 min drive - 12.9 km
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 130 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Bryson City Brewing - 8 min drive
Arby's - 8 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 8 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills?
As of Oct 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills on Nov 2, 2026 start from $156, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Dog Friendly and Close to Casino. NO crazy hills located?
This family-friendly Whittier cabin is within 2 mi (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
The cabin was cozy and very clean. The location was in close proximity to Smoky Mountain National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Plenty of restaurants and shopping nearby. The host was very helpful regarding traveling with our dogs.
Our family loved this cabin! Communication with the host was easy and we loved that it was pet friendly. The fire pit outside was also really nice. Really close to Cherokee and Bryson city.
This property was amazing!! Very cute and cozy cabin. Perfect for our several day get-away. This cabin was by far one of the cleanest places I've ever stayed. 5 stars for cleanliness!! Very easy booking, check-in, and check-out process. The hosts were incredibly helpful and we received an almost instant response when communicating. They were kind enough to bring us a water hose to hose down our bikes after biking at Tsali. Comfortable couch and beds! We look forward to staying here again in the future!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2026
Reviews like this mean so much to us—thank you! We’re happy we could help with the bikes after your Tsali adventure. We’ll be ready to welcome you back for another mountain getaway!
It was clean,had all nesscessities, our dogs were happy. We liked the fire pit,kinda off by itself.It was nice to have washer and dryer.Cozy little place as it says.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2026
Happy pups and a cozy campfire—that sounds like a pretty good mountain getaway to us! Thank you for staying with us. We hope to welcome the whole crew back again!
Here with the grandkids and they had fun sleeping in the loft and chasing fireflies! Fun making s’mores at the fire pit and watching some of the dvd’s. We enjoyed shopping in Cherokee as well!We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 8, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It sounds like your grandkids made some unforgettable memories, from sleeping in the loft to chasing fireflies and enjoying s'mores by the fire pit. Those are the moments we hope every family takes home with them! We're so glad you enjoyed your time in Cherokee as well, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another stay!
The cabin was perfect. Had everything we needed. Plenty of space for our week away, just the hubby and me. The ONLY thing that wasn't ideal, for us, was the driveway down to the cabin. It is very narrow, gravel and steep. If you are pulling a trailer/bringing motorcycles you may want to consider that. But we made it work! Otherwise, we had no complaints and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The hosts and their property manager were great!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 8, 2026
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Lazy Daze and found the cabin comfortable and well-equipped for your getaway. We're also happy we could offer multiple parking options for your trailer to make your stay easier. While Lazy Daze is one of our easiest cabins to access with no steep mountain roads, we understand that everyone's comfort level with gravel driveways is different. We're thrilled it all worked out, and we'd love to welcome you back to Lazy Daze for another relaxing stay!
The cabin and property was awsome. Really enjoyed sitting outside and hearing all the birds. Only negative I have and really hate to say anything, but there was a lot of black hair all over the bathroom, kinda had to wonder about cleanliness it was even on the curtains. But we would definitely use sgain if we came that way. Thanks again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 14, 2026
Thank you so much for your review and for staying with us. We’re so glad you enjoyed the cabin, property, and peaceful outdoor setting.
We also appreciate you mentioning the hair issue in the bathroom. We take cleanliness very seriously, especially in our pet-friendly cabins, and this is not the standard we aim for. We will be addressing this with our cleaning team.
Thank you again for your honest feedback, and we’d love the opportunity to host you again in the future.
The cabin was a perfect place to expore Smoky Mt Natl Pk from. It was very cozy for a winter stay and everything was clean and well kept. We loved the yard for the dog!
Cute little cabin with all the essentials. My husband and I went with our 2 dogs and had a great time. It actually snowed while we were there and it was beautiful. We have AWD and had no problem getting into or out of the property. We Would stay again
The place was just as described! Warm, cozy, inviting and even decorated for Christmas. The communication with the host was top tier! We loved our stay and definitely recommend! 10/10 Would book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 30, 2025
Thank you for staying with us, we love that you enjoyed your stay. And we LOVE the picture you sent of your dog. Thank you!
Very pet friendly. Not only was this a nice cabin, the centrally located spot was close proximity to all sights. Will definitely stay again. Location, location, location.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 3, 2025
Thank you for the great review. Come back anytime!
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
About the host
Hosted by Chuck Winchester
Why they chose this property
Convenient location to neighboring towns. This property can be your base to exploring Bryson City, Dillsboro, Sylva and Cherokee. Many even take day trips from here to Gatlinburg and Biltmore House in Asheville. Close to the Harrah's Casino, Western Carolina University, Tsali Recreation area, Natahala Outdoor Center, Great Smokey Mountain National Park, Smokey Mountain Railroad. Nearby hiking, tubing, winery, white water rafting, fly-fishing, breweries and small town shopping.
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