Ship Shak on the River

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A bedroom with a large window overlooking a lake and forest.
A sign for Great Smoky Mountains National Park with a stone wall and a paved path leading to a road.
A wooden door with a 'WELCOME' sign above it, leading to a deck with a view of a river and greenery.
A casino interior with slot machines, a bar area, and a curved wall with neon lighting.
A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, two wicker chairs, and a table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

Popular amenities

  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪18 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

Studio

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden

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About the area

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond and Smoky Mountain Country Club 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 Oconaluftee Visitor Center. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also worth visiting. 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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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Island Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • The Wild Fern - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ship Shak on the River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ship Shak on the River?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ship Shak on the River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ship Shak on the River?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ship Shak on the River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Tuckasegee River and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Island Park and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, pet friendly just have a small dog only, host are easy to talk too
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was very neat! Great job!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a neat and fun experience! We would definitely stay again. It's close to town and the river. We enjoyed sitting out on the deck.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love this tiny house. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location! Super cute place to stay with excellent views.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful stay

Perfect for what we needed for overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Great place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So convenient to town and just the right amount of room for a couple! Will definitely be staying here again on future trips! Loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and accommodation. For anyone looking to experience a "tiny house" getaway, highly recommend! Only additional recommendation would be additional wood near the fire pit to make the magical night last even longer!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We loved Ship Shak!

Cozy, perfect for a couple for a weekend! Has everything you need and location was perfect. Such a unique stay, definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a lovely little place to stay and very clean. However, every time we sat out on the porch which was also lovely. Homeless people kept walking by who lived under a bridge very close by. That was sketchy and I felt uncomfortable and concerned. But the cabin was very nice. The host was also very nice and easy to work with.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Nice place to spend the night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the shipping container!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

This place was so cozy!!!

The Ship Shak was exactly as described ! We loved it and would definitely recommend it’
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was so much fun to stay in a container home! The layout was great and we had good space for 2 people. Luckily the weather allowed for sitting outside since there is nowhere to sit inside. We enjoyed it and would definitely come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great place near town , very clean
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Very clean and close to town
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Independence Day

Great stay for a long weekend. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice & private

Polar Express runs right by thr cabim & view of the river
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful nliss

We enjoyed the view and spent time at fire pit spent alot of time 9n porch and qalking gravel rd along river the tiny home was set up perfect for 2 we loved our stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming “container” house by the river. Planned efficiently and decorated with care. We stayed toasty warm on the first bitterly cold night of the season. Nice deck for warm weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Weekend Getaway

The Shipshack is amazing! It was perfect for our long weekend getaway. The property is gorgeous and well kept. It was actually hard for us to leave, we loved it that much! We greatly enjoyed sitting on the porch in the evenings. Book this place! You will not regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect crash pad!

Quiet, clean, and cozy! Exactly what we needed for a night in Bryson City.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Went for the Polar Express. Train runs right by the location, so it added to the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
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