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Watershed 5 - Large log cabin with hot tub, nearby lake access, pool table; free train + rafting tix

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A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a dining area.
A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, large sliding glass doors, and a view of a forested area.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a view of the fire.
A cabin with a wooden interior, large windows, a staircase, and a cozy living area with a sofa and coffee table.
A log cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and a stone accent wall.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Foosball on-site
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Hot tub on site
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Main level King

1 King Bed

Upper level Queen 1

1 Queen Bed

Upper level Queen 2

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

lower level bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

main level bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

upper level ensuite bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

upper level ensuite bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this cabin is on a river. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Appalachian Rivers Raft Company and Smoky Mountain Country Club. Bryson City Gem Mine and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and rock climbing.
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 14 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 14 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 17 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 28 min drive - 40.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪River's End Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Bear Sweetery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Kallistos - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large log cabin with hot tub, nearby lake access, mountain views, pool table; free train and rafting pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Watershed 5 - Large log cabin with hot tub, nearby lake access, pool table; free train + rafting tix?

As of 1 Nov, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Watershed 5 - Large log cabin with hot tub, nearby lake access, pool table; free train + rafting tix on 10 Mar, 2027 start from S$1,863, 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.

What time is check-in at Large log cabin with hot tub, nearby lake access, mountain views, pool table; free train and rafting?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large log cabin with hot tub, nearby lake access, mountain views, pool table; free train and rafting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large log cabin with hot tub, nearby lake access, mountain views, pool table; free train and rafting located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala River and Swain County Park. Pincu Pottery and Bryson City Gem Mine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 40 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here with 12 people and enjoyed everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

We had a wonderful time and made many memories with family. Loved the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
This is a beautiful property that suffers from benign neglect. The location was great. The property was great. The amenities were well thought out. That said, the kitchen was disproportionately small for a house this size. The refrigerator and stove /oven needs replacement. The organization was poor. The cleanliness was good for toilets and sinks, but not tubs. I don’t think the cabin has ever been dusted, so had accumulated dust and cobwebs. Couch needs replaced because torn. Filthy under cushions. The directions were not accurate enough. Said first on right which was confusing bcz passed several cabins called tree houses. Needs improvement.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A+

Great property with a nice vibe. Our family had a great time, will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great dpace for large groups

We enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room for our family. Location is convenient to activities. Only issue was the hot
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No blinds, dirty, no good internet, we run out of water, etc not good tvs
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding weekend

It was sad beautiful house in a good location with wonderful amenities. We were all comfy and enjoyed our stay tremendously. The owners were very communicative and helped make our stay seamless and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Christmas in the mountains

Large cabin, kitchen needs updating, hot tub had bad smell- had to shower to remove smell, overall good place for a large group with kids
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
The water pressure and bugs was bad but everything else was good need more trash cans.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

It was just okay

The property and and furnishing needs updating. The furniture and decor is well worn and mold/moss growing on the outside furniture and deck. It did not present as "luxury" used in the ad.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good time with the family

Over all it was good for a group of 10, 6 adults & 4 children. It was great for the four kids, 9, 10, 11, 12, Bunk beds, pool table and tv all in one room. The main level was good area for adults to socialize. The dining room table was large enough for everyone to eat at the same table. There was some minor issues with water pressure. It rained a lot during our week stay so if I sound a bit negative it has very little to do with the property. All my dealings with the property management was very pleasant. I did not go to any of property common areas but the family members that did visit them seemed to enjoy the areas. I would consider using this property again if we were to go to that area again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Christmas Vacation

Wonderful cabin with a few exceptions….We came the coldest days of the year. Water/Dryer did not work. Heat was not very well regulated with the gas logs running which was needed with the 6 degree weather. Hot water heater was not big enough for the amount of people in the cabin. Water issues due to freezing weather. Very nice cabin, but needs a few updates. We had a wonderful Christmas’s. Sure wish the weather was warmer. WaterShed Properties was easy to work with and updated us on the dryer and water issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family fun

We visited Bryson City for the polar express train ride. We absolutely loved our stay at the cabin. The bunk room was a big hit among the cousin contingent! Well stocked, clean and roomy enough for our party of 10. The kids especially loved “the yard” where they could play and hang out. Camp fire, bocce ball, green space with a fantastic view. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family weekend

The house is generally nice; needs a good cleaning; living room furniture needs to be replaced; bedrooms comfortable; bunk beds great but need additional Hester on basement for warmth; deck railings shaky; overall house is okay; we had a great time hit house needs some work; great neighborhood
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cabin Surrounded by Natural Beauty

Just a wonderful experience. The cabin was great and we really enjoyed the outdoor fireplace. Swain County is one of the most beautiful areas I have been to. I highly recommend this cabin for a great get away for the weekend or an extended vacation stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Senior Adults Ministry

The property was very spacious an laid out great. It was a chore to get into due to the sharp turn into the driveway and no number on the post. Once we were there, everything was great. Loved the indoor & outdoor fireplaces. Did not use the hot tub. Having screened in porches were a nice bonus. Carpets upstairs need a good cleaning. We had a great stay and would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Vacation

We had a family of 14 and were very pleased that there was something to do for all age groups. The common area at the top of the hill (The Yard) was pretty neat and the view from up there was beautiful. The house had all the amenities needed. The terrain was very steep, but did not cause any issues. The hiking trails would be for more seasoned hikers and was not suitable for bringing our toddlers. The groundskeepers were very friendly. I have recommended this property to several friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

AWESOME!

Its was great. My Dad's 60th bday ♡ great location and enjoyed the cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Great stay recommend it

House was really nice only problem was the hot tub took a whole day to warm up other than that we loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway

The property was nice. It was quiet and relaxing. Everything we needed was supplied. Towels, plenty of dishes, silverware, cooking utensils and pots and pans. Loved the convenience of having a full bathroom in each of the loft rooms and in the downstairs bunkbed room. We were so glad this was a dog friendly rental because we really hate to go on vacation without them as they are a part of our family. The children loved the tee pee and play area in the woods, by the house and the hiking trails throughout the area. It's a short drive to Bryson City in case you need to go to the grocery store or want to go out to eat. The only negative we can say about the house is the inside could use a good cleaning from top to bottom. We had a wonderful time and enjoyed the house and area. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome place

We had 12 people, 6 adults and 6 kids. Plenty of space, clean and everything included was in great working order. Kids had a awesome time with the downstairs rooms with the bunk beds and pool table!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful Experience For A Fitting Start To A New Year

Cabin was beautiful, spacious, clean and cozy. Had plenty of accommodations for 3 families and friends a total of 15 people. Only negative we experienced was work was being done and we had 1.5 days where we had did not have free access to water and overall internet was poor but that is a given with the area you are located. I would highly recommend to other friends and family any time to come to these cabins and this area.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

The place does not match the pics at all

Pictures don’t match the place at all
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin

Great customer service, very accessible, and great house overall.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!!

We had a great time at the cabin with no complaints about the property!! Bryson City, along with every other place in the US, is struggling to get restaurant workers so try to be patient and eat early!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
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