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Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub

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A modern cabin with a stone exterior, a balcony, and a view of a lake.
A spacious living area with a high ceiling, a dining area with a large window, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a large island with bar stools, pendant lighting, and a painting on the wall.
A spacious room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a wooden dining table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Franklin, NC
  • Place, Mason Mountain Mine
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Sheffield Mine
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Cardinal Gem Mine
    ‪10 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Basement Bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Drive Side Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

River Side Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Basement

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Main Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub

Newly renovated in 2025, this luxurious river house is located on the Little Tennessee River. Tubing, kayaking, and fishing from the river right outside your door. Brand new 7-person hot tub. Two expansive covered porches with ample seating, fire pit table, and ten-person picnic table. Theater room and game room with pool table. Huge master suite with private deck. Large master bath with claw foot tub. Twenty minutes to downtown Franklin. Twenty-five minutes to Bryson City.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4826683
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Franklin

Bryson City is home to this vacation home. Sheffield Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine 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 Nantahala National Forest. Traveling with kids? Consider Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Ruby City Gems & Minerals.
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Franklin, NC

What's nearby

  • Mason Mountain Mine - 8 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Sheffield Mine - 9 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Old Cardinal Gem Mine - 10 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Rose Creek Mine - 11 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Fontana Lake - 14 min drive - 17.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Kallistos - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Village Bistro - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Guide Club - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Kims - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪La Poblana Mexican Restaurant - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub?

As of Sep 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub on Sep 28, 2026 start from $532, 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 Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverside Retreat - Luxury river house with 7 person hottub located?

Located in Bryson City, this family-friendly vacation home is steps from Nantahala National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Mason Mountain Mine and Fontana Lake. Pincu Pottery and Sheffield Mine are also within 9 mi (15 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 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was wonderful! We did have maximum number of people for the stay and linens were very limited but otherwise everything was great!! Would def stay there again! Views were fantastic and having access to the river was a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location with all the needed amenities to keep kids and adults entertained! We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House and location were perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Riverside Retreat was the perfect location for our extended family to gather and vacation together. The house is well appointed, roomy, and the outdoor space was perfect for spending lazy afternoons watching the river. We highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a quite peaceful family vacation. A bit remote but easy access. Great layout.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! Wonderful area for hiking, shopping, and relaxing. Joseph was the best host!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Responsive host and amazing river location. We had a great time with family.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, clean, roomy cabin. Kitchen was great and fully stocked with everything we needed to cook breakfast and a dinner. We enjoyed everything about our stay. Looking forward to staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property with great views! Enough room for our family to spread out. Enjoyed the outdoor seating with the fire pit and listening to the river. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming! Great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for a tranquil getaway, this is the perfect spot. We had an absolutely wonderful time at this riverside VRBO. The location, right on the water, is so peaceful and makes for the perfect setting for morning coffee. The house is beautiful and very clean. We all agreed it is even nicer than in the photos. The host was very easy to work with. And check in was very easy. Franklin is a charming town. We would definitely return to this place in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay here. The cabin is immaculate with a gorgeous view of the river. The hosts were incredibly responsive and accommodating. We’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 4, 2025
I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. We came and stayed after you and forgot to tell the cleaner and we could hardly tell. Thank you for taking care of our house and clearly tidying up before yall left.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful home and stunning view. Enjoyed my stay at this amazing home. I wish it was a longer stay, but we plan to return next year since we loved it so much. Clean home and all the amenities was a plus. Our family watched the polar express together in the amazing movie room, played some pool, enjoyed a fire and took family pictures. Great family memories were made in this home. Thank you so much for being a fantastic host.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is beautiful and so well appointed. Our family stayed here for Christmas and it could not have been more perfect. The host had decorated it beautifully for Christmas! It is evident that a lot of thought and hard work went into planning and building this home. The host was very responsive to any messages. VRBO did not send us the access code to the property prior to arrival and I contacted the host who was quick to help out. Our whole family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The weather was perfect and 2 of our group even caught a few fish! We would definitely love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My stay was excellent, however I got sick and had to leave. The ost was so nice and understanding. The rest of the family stayed and enjoyed. The house is beautiful and had all the things we needed. Hope to come again. Thank you so much .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay in the Riverside Retreat! Everything was just as listed. The Hot tub was very nice! The kids loved the theater room and with the Starlink WiFi we could stream our favorite movies! There was ample bed space for all our grandchildren on the first floor. The second floor had two spacious bed rooms for the two adult coulples. The third floor had a huge private master suite for me and my wife. Great fishing, swiming and tubing right out behind the house. Joseph the owner got back to us in a timely manner with any questions we had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by Joseph Dixon

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