On lake.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Nantahala National Forest and 3 miles (5 km) of Fontana Lake. Swain County Park and Bryson City Gem Mine are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 15 min drive - 11.6 miles
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 15 min drive - 11.6 miles
Getting around
McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 126 min drive
Restaurants
Rivers End Restaurant - 6 min drive
Cardinal Coffee - 2 min drive
Burger Basket - 5 min drive
Noc Adventure Center - 6 min drive
Relia's Garden Restaurant - 6 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Serene Nantahala Village Cabin w/ Pool near Nantahala Outdoor Center!
Located in Nantahala Village Resort this cabin is perfect for your next getaway! Park your car and enjoy all the amenities the resort has to offer from Swimming in the outdoor pool (seasonal) overlooking the Smoky Mountains, hiking the trails, fishing the pond, horseback riding or just relax and enjoy a drink at the Village Bistro or Tommy's Paradise! Adventure out beyond the Village and you will find ziplining, kayaking, tubing and more at the Nantahala Outdoor Center just minutes away or head into town for a day of shopping and dining. Schedule a day ride on The Great Smoky Mountain Express, spend the day hiking in Deep Creek State Park or fish some of North Carolina's best trout waters. Great for family vacation or a romantic getaway Bryson City has something for everyone to enjoy. Book your stay now at "The Rafting Bear" and enjoy coffee in the morning on the covered front porch. Comfortably sleeps 5-7 with King bed in one room and 2 Full Beds in second room and a full sleeper sofa in living room.
Property manager
Sara Bannon
Languages
English
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 975 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Serene Nantahala Village Cabin w/ Pool near Nantahala Outdoor Center! to the airport?
This vacation home is 75.5 mi (126-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Serene Nantahala Village Cabin w/ Pool near Nantahala Outdoor Center! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Serene Nantahala Village Cabin w/ Pool near Nantahala Outdoor Center! offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Serene Nantahala Village Cabin w/ Pool near Nantahala Outdoor Center!?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Serene Nantahala Village Cabin w/ Pool near Nantahala Outdoor Center!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Serene Nantahala Village Cabin w/ Pool near Nantahala Outdoor Center!?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Serene Nantahala Village Cabin w/ Pool near Nantahala Outdoor Center! have a pool?
This vacation home features an outdoor pool.
Does Serene Nantahala Village Cabin w/ Pool near Nantahala Outdoor Center! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Serene Nantahala Village Cabin w/ Pool near Nantahala Outdoor Center! to downtown Bryson City?
This vacation home is 8 mi away from Bryson City.
Serene Nantahala Village Cabin w/ Pool near Nantahala Outdoor Center! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 20 reviews
10 - Excellent
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Allison S., lenoir, nc
Apr 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very clean
Perfect location in relation to NOC. I used the horse trails to run each day—easy to get in some good mileage. Kids enjoy d the game too—needs a few more ping pong balls. We used the fire pit for s’mores, and kids were happy the wifi worked. Would stay here again.
Allison S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
tait N.
May 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Rafting weekend
Had a nice enjoyable stay close to rafting and falls A+ location
tait N.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
David H.
Mar 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxed Surroundings
Great little cabin for a weekend of relaxation! We'll be back.
David H.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Gigi N., Philadelphia, PA
Aug 2, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A picture-perfect cabin in the woods
We could not have asked for a better cabin. It is cozy and quaint, with comfortable beds and nice furniture. The space felt lived in and comfortable, and it was particularly great to have some toys already on site for my two kids (ages 3 and 10). The setting is magnificent, tucked in among the trees and close to all the outdoor activities you could want. We did quite a bit of swimming and boating in two different spots on Fontana Lake. Sadly some of the hiking we wanted to do was scuttled by a rain storm. But we were also happy to be tucked up in our comfy cabin, reading books and playing games while the rain fell outside. I cannot recommend this place enough.
The cabin was everything that I hoped it would be. Personally, I appreciated the fact that this was a clean and affordable cabin. The owner was very quick to respond and helpful.
Philip
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kabir F.
Feb 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place I would recommend it to all my friends and family.
Very relaxing and cozy place to stay. when you are tired of the hectic city life that's where you go. This place has taken step to make your stay enjoyable. I loved all
I loved it. I talked with the owner a couple times and she was so sweet and helpful. The bed was so comfortable and it was quiet and just all around a home feeling away from home.
Lena
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022
8/10 Good
Ann P.
Oct 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and cozy cabin
Was a good cabin to stay in, clean and comfortable. I would take more of my own cookware and soaps to use next time. Overall was very quiet area and close to different little surrounding towns to visit. Definitely want to go back.
Ann P.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
Sep 29, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Kayak dream
Great location and site for whitewater kayaking. Stayed for GAF and running the cascades. Excellent site and owner communicaton.
Jennifer S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Brandy A.
Aug 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing and Comfortable
Very easy to check in and out. The place was clean and 'move in ready.' It was quiet and peaceful. Plenty of necessities. The pool and game room were nice to hangout at as well. VERY comfortable pillows and bedding!! You don't get that everywhere!
Brandy A.
10/10 Excellent
Kathy S., Williamston,SC
Aug 8, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Grandson's 7th Birthday
We rented this cabin for the weekend to come celebrate our grandson's 7th birthday. It was convenient to all we had planned to do. It was clean and was as described. I would definitely rent again.
Kathy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
6/10 Okay
Cynthia M.
Aug 4, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a very hard time finding our cabin no lights on no map tried to call no answer
Rent was ok got no info until 3 pm on the day of check in no map showing where the cabin was and it was so hot when we did find it with only one ax unit to cool the whole cabin will never sat again
Cynthia M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jul 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, easy to find.
Stay was great. Even with only 1 bathroom, the cabin was great for our group! If youre looking for a great cabin id advise staying here.
Verified traveler
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Susan G.
Jul 22, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Cabin
Our family loved this cabin. Lots of cooking equipment, plenty of dishes, and the small oven and stove made it easy to make meals at the cabin. We enjoyed the pool and peaceful surroundings. We would definitely stay in the Rafting Bear again!
Susan G.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
Jul 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Kayakers dream
Close to NOC, easy access. Sleeps 7, perfect accommodations! The resort has a pool, workout room, game room. Bar/restaurant across the street. Owner responsive and accommodating. WiFi works!!
Jennifer S.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Michelle H.
Jul 9, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect getaway cabin
Our family enjoyed our trip to the mountains and stay at the Rafting Bear! The cabin was perfect for our family of 4. A peaceful setting in the woods with amenities close by including the Inn, pool, horseback riding and white water
rafting! Bryson City is quaint with dining and shops; Cherokee is just down the road. Our girls loved seeing the Elk and exploring trails in the park! We will be back!
Michelle H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Bridget J.
Jun 26, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cabin
Super clean, and easy to communicate with the owner. The NOC is close by, as well as a lot of trails. Great location.
Bridget J.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Crystal C.
Jun 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location, perfect for the family.
We very much enjoyed our stay . We brought 4 sixteen year olds as a birthday trip . They had a great time and loved their room . Great place to walk around and feel comfortable, great neighborhood. With a pool , game room , horse back riding and fireflies lighting up the evening on the porch rocking in the chairs , made for a great mountain get away . Was also very happy with the parking and road not scaring me to death climbing in a minivan .
Father in law was there to sleep on the pull out, and slept in one of the two comfy recliners without ever opening the couch . LOL.
It’s in a great location, within 20 mins or less of everywhere. Beautiful scenery and all around a good family environment. Quiet and comfy , will plan to come again!