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'Nature's Retreat' w/ Hot Tub: 7 Mi to Bryson City

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A hot tub on a wooden deck surrounded by lush greenery.
A wooden deck with a picnic table and chairs, surrounded by a metal railing, overlooking a forested area.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a mounted television, and a plush chair by the window.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a comfortable seating area, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a plush sofa, a chair, and a rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Laundry made easy
    One of the few properties with an in-unit washing machine and dryer.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Whittier, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

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About the area

Whittier

Whittier is home to this cabin. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and The Wild Fern are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail. Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo and Jackson County Green Energy Park are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Map
Whittier, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tuckasegee River - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 10 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 14 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 15 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Bar - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Nature's Retreat' w/ Hot Tub: 7 Mi to Bryson City pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 'Nature's Retreat' w/ Hot Tub: 7 Mi to Bryson City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'Nature's Retreat' w/ Hot Tub: 7 Mi to Bryson City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Nature's Retreat' w/ Hot Tub: 7 Mi to Bryson City?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Nature's Retreat' w/ Hot Tub: 7 Mi to Bryson City located?

Situated in Whittier, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Smoky Mountain Country Club is 2.5 mi (3.9 km) away.

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. 90 out of 107 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 107 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 107 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 107 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 107 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very nice and the view is amazing. My wife and I really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review. We're so glad you and your wife enjoyed the house and that amazing view during your stay. It means a lot to know you had a memorable time, and we'll keep working hard to make sure every guest has a 5-star experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Words can’t describe the quiet, cozy and peaceful atmosphere. Hopefully will get to go back
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul, 2026
We really appreciate the five-star review! It means a lot to us, and we’re glad you had a great stay. We’d love to host you again on your next trip to Western North Carolina.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was the best. So many memories made and thoughtful touches. Great location close to everything and lots ro see.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Apr, 2026
Thank you for the five-star review! We’re so happy you enjoyed your time in the mountains and truly appreciate you choosing our place. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay at Nature's Retreat was wonderful for us! We enjoyed the Mountain top view. The jacuzzi was clean and was ready for us when we arrived. Owners reached out upon arrival and gave us direct contact incase of any needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2026
Thank you for the five-star review! We’re so happy you enjoyed your time in the mountains and truly appreciate you choosing our place. Come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin has fabulous views from the deck and hot tub. Even though it’s was older on the inside and needs some much needed updates they have done a great job at keeping it clean and decorated to fit the atmosphere. It is also close to Bryson City and all the attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Apr, 2026
Thank you so much for the five-star review! We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back to the mountains again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location!

If you are looking for a quiet location with excellent views, this is your place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome cabin

Amazing cabin enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great cabin

The cabin was cozy and had everything we needed for a great mini-vacation.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Had a very relaxing stay. Loved porch. Great place to get away but still close to area attractions!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

Beautiful, clean, spacious cabin. Beautiful views as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place to relax

A great place to relax. Beautiful views, quite and peaceful.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway for adult family

We came for a weekend getaway and to attend a local concert. The property was very quiet and secluded and offered a wonderful view. Nice amenities were available as well. We will definitely consider staying here again on any future trips to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We loved it

Enjoyed the cabin and the surroundings.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nature’s retreat for sure

We stayed at Nature’s Retreat while visiting Smoky Mountain National Park. We loved the peaceful setting. The porch and hot tub were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

The mountain views from the hot tub were awesome
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful

Amazing Cabin in the Great Smokey Mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful views

Beautiful view. Very comfortable and clean. Great location. Comfy hot tub. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Views

Nice location to get away from hustle and bustle
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

All you NEED CABIN with a nice view

Spacious kitchen, nice wrap around deck/porch, easy on fireplace, great outdoor jacuzzi.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful View

The cabin is nice. It's older but you can tell they've taken care of it. The hot tub was great and the beds were comfy. We didn't spend much time in the cabin but it was exactly what we needed for our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

We enjoyed staying here for our fall break trip in the Smoky Mountains. The cabin had a great location with easy access to lots of activities. Comfy beds and amenities. We enjoyed relaxing in the evening in the hot tub and then watching a family movie. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice Getaway

Our family of four enjoyed the cabin and everything it offered. The kids enjoyed playing the games that were available and the hot tub. The cabin is in a great location for short trips to NOC, Cherokee and more.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Secluded

Fantastic Mountain views
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sweet mountain retreat

Great mountain retreat ! Loved the fireplace, hot tub and porch! Lots of activities nearby and we appreciated being able to bring our pups. Barry is a great host and very responsive!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing mountain getaway!

AMAZING!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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