Nantahala River Bear Cabin

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A wooden deck with rocking chairs and a table overlooking a river, with a ceiling fan and a view of the forest.
A lodge with a stone chimney, wooden deck, and a river view.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, and large windows offering a view of the forest.
A kitchen with granite countertops, a stone backsplash, a large island, wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a window with a forest view.
A kitchen with a granite countertop, stainless steel refrigerator, wooden cabinets, and a stone fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Your private spa moment
    A rare find — soak and unwind in the jetted bathtub.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantahala River

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Topton, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantahala River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Dining area

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Luxury vacation home right on the Nantahala River in Bryson city NC

About the neighborhood

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this vacation home is in the mountains. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bryson City Gem Mine and Ferebee Park. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Map
Topton, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Nantahala River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 28 min drive - 38.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 31 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 42 min drive - 60.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪River's End Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Bear Sweetery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Stecoah Diner - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Slow Joe's - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nantahala River Bear Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Nantahala River Bear Cabin?

As of Nov 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nantahala River Bear Cabin on Mar 30, 2027 start from $1,053, 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 Nantahala River Bear Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nantahala River Bear Cabin?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nantahala River Bear Cabin located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is steps from Nantahala River and Nantahala National Forest. Ferebee Memorial Picnic Area and Appalachian Rivers Raft Company are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures don't do this place justice. The house and property are beautiful and the location is right on the Nantahala rafting route. We can't wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Most awesome place ever

Best place weve ever stayed.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome vacation

Our family loved the home and the location was perfect. Some of the family went white water rafting and passed our place. We loved every moment!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful vacation. The house was very comfortable, had a great kitchen, fabulous bathroom, and the location was perfect. The porch overlooking the river was our family gathering place. Lots to do in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous river escape!

Beautiful home ideally located feet away from the beautiful Nantahala River. We enjoyed a family weekend retreat with time to be together and enjoy the nature and house. We first saw this house while rafting and knew we had to come back for more! Highly recommend - host very responsive and house well provisioned.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Cabin Experience

We have literally nothing negative to say about this VRBO. The house is phenomenal and located on one of the most beautiful properties along the Nantahala River. The host was very detailed with the info they shared and very responsive. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 29, 2024
Thank you for your wonderful comments on our River Bear Cabin! We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to hosting you again the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serenity in a great location

Well appointed home in an ideal landscape with large windows overlooking a bubbling rapid river. Many rafting groups passing nearby entertained our kids. Easy driving to Wildwater, Natanhala Outdoor Center, Bryson City, and Smokey Mountain National Park (print parking pass before travel). Otter Creek Trout Farm was great for the kids (Bring Cash on this trip for activities and restaurants). Grocery store less than 20 mins away. Gated community, host manager readily available. Starlink internet was appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 23, 2024
Thank you Trevor for the wonderful compliments on our home on the Nantahala River. We are so happy to hear your family enjoyed your stay as much as our family does. Hope to see you all again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property along the Nantahala River in the Nantahala National Forest. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful upscale rental right on the Nantahala River in Topton. The property is truly special — the river flanks two sides of the house, and the huge lot includes a small island with a gazebo and two walking bridges. It feels private and peaceful while still being close to all the fun.The house itself is rustic-elegant with tons of space. It’s the kind of place we look for when we want to live well on the road, and this one delivered. We used it as our home base for Nantahala rafting, caving, and ziplining, and it worked perfectly.We ate in every night — cooking on the back-porch grill, sipping a cold one while listening to the river rocks cutting through the water. Not bad, folks. Bonus: it’s a short drive to a Walmart Supercenter for any supplies.We’re already thinking about coming back next year to use it as a base for an Ocoee rafting trip. Highly recommend if you want a high-quality, spacious river property in this area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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