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Luxury vacation home right on the Nantahala River in Bryson city NC
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 144800 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Bryson City, NC
- Place, Nantahala River5 min walk
- Place, Ferebee Memorial Picnic Area13 min walk
- Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad32 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 King Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Double Beds
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 4
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Bathroom 5
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
About this property
Luxury vacation home right on the Nantahala River in Bryson city NC
Martin Retreats is a custom built home-away-from-home. The newest luxury vacation home on the Nantahala River. The pictures do not do this home justice, it’s even better in person… WE PROMISE!
Showcasing large decks, whitewater river views, more than enough living space and easy local access to top it off! This home is located within a gated community in the Nantahala Gorge off Highway 74/19 on the north side of the Nantahala National Forest.
Ev charging available
The home features 4 king bedrooms and a bunk room. With a master on main and master upstairs along with private bathrooms with walk-in showers and large vanities. Luxury mattresses, bamboo bedding and smart televisions will have you wanting to stay in bed.
The spacious family room and chef’s kitchen offer a cozy place to gather around the fireplace or dinner table together. Enjoy the mountain air on the back deck while watching rafters and kayakers float by. The terrace level offers various games such as pool and shuffleboard along with a living area complete with couches and large smart television.
There are also two sets of sliding glass doors to view the river and walk right out onto the back deck just steps away from the river.
Here you can enjoy a hot tub or fire pit both looking out to the river. Listening to the river while enjoying the decks and back yard is our favorite part of this home. It is like nothing you’ve ever experienced. During the busy season you can sit outside and watch the kayakers, rafters, and paddle boarders daily.
Trout fisherman? Enjoy all the trout fishing you can dream of right in the back yard! This is a fisherman’s paradise.
More details inside home -
Living area: The spacious open living space has a large sectional as well as chairs surrounding a large fireplace with a mounted 85” Smart TV. Also featuring a wonderful wet bar with an ice maker, pull out drawer refrigerators, and a sink.
Kitchen & Dining: The Living space flows into the open dining and kitchen area with an island to seat 4 and a large dining table to seat 8 more. The Kitchen itself has a 48” monogram range and oven, monogram smart microwave with oven feature, monogram pull out drawer refrigerators for extra storage on long stays, dishwasher, and a larger refrigerator and freezer to accommodate larger groups. Nespresso and Drips coffee maker, crockpots, air fryers, and other appliances just to make sure you have everything you could need for a long stay.
The Retreat offers 5 Bedrooms. Each bed has a memory foam mattress with luxury bamboo bedding, gel pillows, and down alternative comforters. Two of the bedrooms are masters with private bathrooms. Each have large walk-in showers and stand alone bathtubs. The two master bedrooms also have 55’ smart tvs. Other two king rooms share a bathroom with a walk-in shower. The 5th bedroom is a bunk room on the terrace level which makes for a great kids room. New full bath added beside the bunk room
Amenities -
Game room: Equipped with a pool table, shuffleboard, ping pong table, and 85’ smart tv, this game room will have everyone wanting to play!
Hot Tub: Easy access right off the terrace level.
Back deck: This serene expansion of the indoor living space on the main level also has an outdoor dining, grill, and seating area.
Fire pit: Gather outside around the firepit and enjoy the Nantahala National Forest surrounding you, while listening to the peaceful sound of the Nantahala River.
Spacious parking:
Don’t worry about crowding everyone into one vehicle to get here, enjoy space for up to 5 vehicles with garage bay parking for one available at request only.
Kayaking and white water rafting:
Try your hand at kayaking or white water rafting the Nantahala yourself! Head to the NOC, right down the street if you need to rent one or do a tour.
Fishing:
The outdoorsman can fish the Nantahala River directly from the backyard. A trout fisherman’s dream.
Chefs Kitchen:
Perfect for sharing family dinners, nights in with friends, holidays, and more! Take advantage of luxury Monogram Kitchen appliances, and seating to accommodate 12!
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Showcasing large decks, whitewater river views, more than enough living space and easy local access to top it off! This home is located within a gated community in the Nantahala Gorge off Highway 74/19 on the north side of the Nantahala National Forest.
Ev charging available
The home features 4 king bedrooms and a bunk room. With a master on main and master upstairs along with private bathrooms with walk-in showers and large vanities. Luxury mattresses, bamboo bedding and smart televisions will have you wanting to stay in bed.
The spacious family room and chef’s kitchen offer a cozy place to gather around the fireplace or dinner table together. Enjoy the mountain air on the back deck while watching rafters and kayakers float by. The terrace level offers various games such as pool and shuffleboard along with a living area complete with couches and large smart television.
There are also two sets of sliding glass doors to view the river and walk right out onto the back deck just steps away from the river.
Here you can enjoy a hot tub or fire pit both looking out to the river. Listening to the river while enjoying the decks and back yard is our favorite part of this home. It is like nothing you’ve ever experienced. During the busy season you can sit outside and watch the kayakers, rafters, and paddle boarders daily.
Trout fisherman? Enjoy all the trout fishing you can dream of right in the back yard! This is a fisherman’s paradise.
More details inside home -
Living area: The spacious open living space has a large sectional as well as chairs surrounding a large fireplace with a mounted 85” Smart TV. Also featuring a wonderful wet bar with an ice maker, pull out drawer refrigerators, and a sink.
Kitchen & Dining: The Living space flows into the open dining and kitchen area with an island to seat 4 and a large dining table to seat 8 more. The Kitchen itself has a 48” monogram range and oven, monogram smart microwave with oven feature, monogram pull out drawer refrigerators for extra storage on long stays, dishwasher, and a larger refrigerator and freezer to accommodate larger groups. Nespresso and Drips coffee maker, crockpots, air fryers, and other appliances just to make sure you have everything you could need for a long stay.
The Retreat offers 5 Bedrooms. Each bed has a memory foam mattress with luxury bamboo bedding, gel pillows, and down alternative comforters. Two of the bedrooms are masters with private bathrooms. Each have large walk-in showers and stand alone bathtubs. The two master bedrooms also have 55’ smart tvs. Other two king rooms share a bathroom with a walk-in shower. The 5th bedroom is a bunk room on the terrace level which makes for a great kids room. New full bath added beside the bunk room
Amenities -
Game room: Equipped with a pool table, shuffleboard, ping pong table, and 85’ smart tv, this game room will have everyone wanting to play!
Hot Tub: Easy access right off the terrace level.
Back deck: This serene expansion of the indoor living space on the main level also has an outdoor dining, grill, and seating area.
Fire pit: Gather outside around the firepit and enjoy the Nantahala National Forest surrounding you, while listening to the peaceful sound of the Nantahala River.
Spacious parking:
Don’t worry about crowding everyone into one vehicle to get here, enjoy space for up to 5 vehicles with garage bay parking for one available at request only.
Kayaking and white water rafting:
Try your hand at kayaking or white water rafting the Nantahala yourself! Head to the NOC, right down the street if you need to rent one or do a tour.
Fishing:
The outdoorsman can fish the Nantahala River directly from the backyard. A trout fisherman’s dream.
Chefs Kitchen:
Perfect for sharing family dinners, nights in with friends, holidays, and more! Take advantage of luxury Monogram Kitchen appliances, and seating to accommodate 12!
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please be extra cautious around the river.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
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This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Bryson City
Bryson City is home to this holiday home. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Appalachian Rivers Raft Company and Lakes End Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Bryson City Gem Mine, or check out an event or a game at Hugh Hamilton Stadium.
Bryson City, NC
What's nearby
- Nantahala River - 5 min walk - 0.3 km
- Ferebee Memorial Picnic Area - 13 min walk - 1.0 km
- Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 32 min drive - 35.4 km
- Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 36 min drive - 39.8 km
- Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 48 min drive - 56.2 km
Restaurants
- River's End Restaurant
- Big Wesser BBQ & Brew
- Stecoah Diner
- Dancing Bear Sweetery
- Pour Over Pub
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
9 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Allison S.
24 Oct, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Allison S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Chip P.
25 Jun, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
White Water Trip
Chip P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Amy S.
28 Jul, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amy S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Arsenio Y.
17 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Gathering
Arsenio Y.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Catherine L.
27 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply amazing!!
Catherine L.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
ANTONIO L.
23 Aug, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ANTONIO L.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mathew V.
3 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional Venue
Mathew V.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard
5 Sept, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Richard
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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