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Romantic cottage, pet friendly, stunning views of Smoky mtns. & Pigeon River.

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Property grounds
Large yard for you and your furry friends
Patio deck with chairs for relaxing by river
Private access to river and picnic table
Gas fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Clyde, NC
  • Place, Pigeon River
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Romantic cottage, pet friendly, stunning views of Smoky mtns. & Pigeon River.

Welcome to the M3 Ranch, a working cattle ranch with a gorgeous newly renovated cottage, the perfect place for a relaxing and romantic getaway. Enjoy your morning coffee or late afternoon cocktail sitting on the front porch listening to and enjoying the breathtaking views of the Pigeon River and Smoky Mountains. Take a short stroll down to your private river access. In the evening enjoy the fire-pit, make s’mores, or dinner on the charcoal grill.

Activities abound year-round, hiking, fishing, tubing & rafting in spring, summer and autumn with snow skiing in the winter. If you are looking for outings, Asheville, Maggie Valley, Waynesville, Bryson City and Cherokee are just a short drive.

All the rooms in the private cottage have mountain views. The newly completed top-to-bottom renovation includes gas fireplace, luxurious bathroom with dual shower heads & jetted soaking tub. Primary bedroom has a queen bed, dresser and ample closet. The additional room has a futon, dressing table and wardrobe rack. All new appliances in the spacious kitchen and open dining room. We offer free wi-fi, washer & dryer, Roku live television, AC & heat.

The M3 Ranch hopes to see you soon!
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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: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking of ANY kind inside cottage. Any evidence of smoking will result it an additional cleaning fee.
Use of fireworks on the cottage property are prohibited.
If using the firepit, put fire out when finished using. Do not leave any trash outside.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3541384vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Clyde

Located in Clyde, this cottage is in the mountains and on a river. Shelton House and Colonial Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Balsam Spa. Waynesville Recreation Center and Queen's Farm Stables are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting 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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Clyde, NC

What's nearby

  • Pigeon River - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 14 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Cataloochee Valley - 34 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 39 min drive - 49.8 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 50 min drive - 54.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sherrill's Pioneer Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Ammons' Drive In and Dairy Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ghost Outpost - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Romantic cottage, pet friendly, stunning views of Smoky mtns. & Pigeon River. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Romantic cottage, pet friendly, stunning views of Smoky mtns. & Pigeon River. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Romantic cottage, pet friendly, stunning views of Smoky mtns. & Pigeon River. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Romantic cottage, pet friendly, stunning views of Smoky mtns. & Pigeon River. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Romantic cottage, pet friendly, stunning views of Smoky mtns. & Pigeon River. located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is steps from Pigeon River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Haywood County Public Library and Blue Ridge Health - Haywood. Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 45 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was exactly what we were looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is awesome!! The host was great the views were great and the home was amazing. Will definitely be back for motorcycle riding next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Apr 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!! Thank you for your kinds words and for taking great care of the cottage! We look forward to hosting you again!!
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10/10 Excellent

Kera O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Molly is a wonderful host! The cottage and property are stunning. We loved the views and private river access. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Thank you very much! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and look forward to host you again. We very much appreciate how well you took care of our sweet cottage! Thank you again!
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at the cottage was amazing with a few things standing out. The cleanliness was outstanding, the shower and tub was wonderful, and the sounds of the beautiful river across the street put us to sleep every night. The property was conveniently located to the neighboring town of Waynesville and a short drive to Maggie and Cherokee. I would definitely recommend this cottage to anyone and wouldn’t think twice about staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2026
Thank you so much!!! We appreciate your kind words!!! Thank you for taking such great care of the cottage during your stay!! We look forward to hosting you again!!
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10/10 Excellent

Beverly E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful trip! The place was clean and we were even welcomed with a treat for my fiancés 30th birthday! Loved the views - fun seeing so many cows in the river! We definitely want to come back here in the future. Would recommend to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2026
Thank you so much! We are very glad you had a wonderful weekend and look forward to hosting you again!!
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10/10 Excellent

Emily N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very kind and helpful. Our trip had to be rescheduled due to snow and she was very helpful with the process and everything
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2026
We are glad we were able to reschedule you all! Thanks for taking such great care of the cottage! We hope to host you all again!!
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10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the cottage. Molly went out of her way to make us feel welcome. The cottage was adorable, cozy and clean. She thought of every little detail, and it shows! Thanks for a wonderful visit!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Mar 2026
We are so glad you had a great stay!!! We enjoyed hosting you! Thank you for taking such great care of our cottage and leaving it so clean!! We hope to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very welcoming host, space was clean and comfortable. Perfect location to our various treks in the mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Nov 2025
Thank you for your kind words! Thank you for taking such great care of the cottage! We hope to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing host and hands down the best gem we have found. From the moment you walk in the door you know you’re going to have a peaceful stay. We look forward to visiting again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Dec 2025
Thank you for your kind words! We enjoyed hosting you and hope to see you again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing host and stunning property. Such an amazing getaway location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2025
Thank you for your kind words!! We hope to host you again!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice relaxing place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2025
Thank you! We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Renee R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an absolutely wonderful stay at this property. We were welcomed with a bottles of wine and cookies, dog biscuits and hand warmers. How very thoughtful!!!! The house was clean and these city folk loved seeing the cows everyday. Molly was a phenomenal host. Don’t hesitant to stay here! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We are so glad you had a wonderful time in the mountains! We look forward to hosting you all again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lev S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and a very thoughtful welcome gift. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay!! We hope to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyssa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Came here for an anniversary and absolutely loved it! Stunning views and it was so cute to see the cows bathing and drinking in river. Would recommend and come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2025
Thank you so much! We are glad you enjoyed your stay!! Hope to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Weldon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If you are looking for a cozy and comfortable home to visit in the mountains of WNC, look no further! This property is within easy driving distance to Asheville, Waynesville, Maggie Valley, and Cherokee. We visited over the weekend and couldn't believe this little gem. The house is located right beside the river with picturesque surroundings in every direction. Amenities included a very large jacuzzi bathtub and a gas fireplace--which made the home even cozier. The house and property were very well maintained, and we had everything we needed to feel comfortable in our home away from home. As a side note, the house is situated right beside the highway--but don't let that deter you from visiting. There is VERY little traffic on the highway--but when cars did drive by, we couldn't even hear them inside the house. We highly recommend this property and hope to stay there again in the near future!Eddie and Elizabeth West
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2026
Thank you so much for all the very kind words about our sweet cottage! We so appreciate you! Thank you for taking amazing care of it as well!!! We look forward to hosting you again!! (To be clear, the cottage is off a street not a highway, but like stated above hardly any traffic and no noise inside cottage) 😀
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Molly was very good with communication and helpful. Location was very convenient to the Cataloochee Valley. House was fine and nicely equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Oct 2025
Thank you, we are glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nissa s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From start to finish, the experience was pure bliss. The views were spectacular and pictures do not do it justice. The location and accommodations were amazing. The cottage was comfortable, super clean and had great amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2025
Thank you so much! We are glad you loved everything!! We look forward to hosting you again!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Great Stay

Short trip to NC but had a really good experience at cottage, lots of very cool landscapes and farm animals.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jul 2024
Thank you so much! We are glad you enjoyed your stay!! Come back again soon!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leila R.

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

Wonderful getaway!

Truly a wonderful place to stay! 15 minuets from downtown waynesville with a private creek to play in and everything you could need in the home. The bathroom is luxurious!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2025
Thank you, Leila!! We are very glad you all enjoyed your stay! Thank you for taking such great care of our cottage. We hope to see you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for scenic views and relaxing sounds of the river. Close enough to town for shopping and entertainment while still far enough away to be in God’s country. House was very clean with a comfortable bed, large shower/tub, spacious kitchen and everything you need for an enjoyable stay! We would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2025
Thank you Mark. We are glad you all enjoyed your stay!! We appreciate your kind words! Come back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a great space! We really enjoyed the home, it was very cozy and very clean. It’s not super secluded since it is on a main road, but there is direct access to the river which we also really enjoyed. It’s a good mix of being away from civilization (15-20 minutes to town) but also not way deep in the mountains. It was perfect for what we were looking for. Molly was a really great host and added some extra touches that were really special since she knew we were celebrating my birthday. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2025
Thank you so much! We are glad you enjoyed your birthday getaway!!! 😉
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison C.

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

Perfect getaway

We loved the cottage and the surrounding land. The sounds from the river were relaxing. Just what we needed to decompress. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2025
Thank you Madison! We are so glad you all enjoyed your stay!! Thank you for taking such good care of the cottage!! Look forward to hosting you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

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

Perfect off the beaten path getaway

The cottage was immaculate. We really enjoyed shooting on the patio listening to the Pigeon River running right out front while we were drinking our coffee every morning.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2025
Thank you Eric! We are happy you enjoyed your stay! We appreciate how well you took care of the cottage. Hope to host you again!

About the host

Hosted by Molly Sidwell

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The cottage is on the Ranch property our parents established in 1986. Inspired by a trip to Scotland to explore Dad’s roots, they envisioned the Matheison Mountain Manor as a welcoming place to raise Scottish Highland cattle. Since then, M3 Ranch has seen the birth of many “hairy beasties.” While it remains a working ranch, Angus cattle now inhabit the pastures. Our mini Highland cattle, Buck and Bella, and their friend Happy, the miniature horse, represent the legacy of our parents’ dreams.

Why they chose this property

The cottage is across from the Pigeon River so you will hear the sounds of the rustling water. In addition, it faces the Great Smoky Mountains. It’s quiet, serene, but close enough to local towns.

What makes this property unique

The M3 Cottage is unique in its location, story and the care we give it.

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