Spacious 3BR, 10 min to Cherokee Casino
Cherokee, NC, United States
The first Airbnb on the Cherokee Reservation, and the house I grew up in. A 3-bedroom home 10 minutes from Harrah's Cherokee Casino, 11 from the national park, and 16 from Bryson City. No NC occupancy tax on your stay. Everything you need is on the ground floor: a bedroom, bathroom, full kitchen, and a dining room with windows looking out at the trees. Upstairs has two more bedrooms, bathroom, and office area. The front deck faces the mountains for relaxing evenings under the string lights.
Good to know
The paved driveway leads up to a carport with covered parking. A few steps up from the carport and you're on the ground floor, where you'll find a bedroom, bathroom, full kitchen, and dining room all on one level. The living room has comfortable seating and a wall-mounted TV. The kitchen is set up for real cooking: two ovens (one convection, one traditional), stainless steel appliances, and enough counter space and seating at both the dining table and bar for everyone to eat together. The dining room sits just off the kitchen, with big windows on two sides looking out at the trees and warm light from a wood-paneled ceiling. Upstairs: a king bedroom and a queen bedroom. Downstairs: a queen bedroom with a handcrafted log bed frame, plus a sitting area with books, board games, and a desk if you need a workspace. The front deck faces toward the mountains with a gas fire table. The yard is private, and on summer nights, the fireflies are worth the trip on their own. Most guests use the house as a home base for Cherokee, Bryson City, and the national park. Explore during the day, end up back on the deck every evening.
Other Details to Note
The driveway has a moderate incline. During snow or ice, we recommend parking at the base and walking the short distance up. During summer, one of the upstairs bedrooms can take longer to cool down. Set the thermostat to your target temperature earlier in the day to give the AC time to catch up. The fireplace is decorative only and should not be used. For directions, use Google Maps rather than Apple Maps. Apple Maps has trouble with the final stretch. We also send detailed check-in directions and a Google Maps link. This is a rural neighborhood. You may occasionally hear dogs barking or see a neighbor's dog wander through the yard.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- Dedicated workspace
- TV
- Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Bathtub
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
Entertainment
- Ethernet connection
Family
- Board games
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
- Portable fans
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Kitchen and dining
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Hot water kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
Location features
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Outdoors
- BBQ grill
- Fire pit
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio or balcony
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
Cherokee is a small mountain town on the Eastern Cherokee Reservation. Downtown has shops, restaurants, and the Museum of the Cherokee People. Harrah's Cherokee Casino is the area's biggest draw for a lot of guests. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 11 minutes away with hiking, fishing, and scenic drives. Bryson City, 16 minutes in the other direction, has a walkable downtown with breweries and restaurants and runs the Polar Express train during the holidays. Families come back year after year for it. In summer, Deep Creek is popular for tubing and easy creek-side hikes. The Blue Ridge Parkway, Maggie Valley, and Sylva are all within a half hour. Drive times from the house: Downtown Cherokee: 6 minutes Harrah's Cherokee Casino: 10 minutes Great Smoky Mountains National Park: 11 minutes Bryson City: 16 minutes Sylva: 23 minutes Maggie Valley: 31 minutes Asheville: 1.1 hours Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg: 1.2 hours
Guest Access
You will be able to make my home, your home. Relax and enjoy! Full kitchen (stove, two ovens, fridge, dishwasher, microwave, Keurig) Washer and dryer TV in living room Wifi Dedicated workspace Carport and driveway parking (motorcycle-friendly) Private yard
Find us
Cherokee, NC, United States
A car is essential for getting around the area. Rideshare availability is limited. The house has a carport and paved driveway with room for multiple cars. The paved surface and flat parking area work well for motorcycles. During months with potential snow or ice, 4WD or AWD is strongly recommended. Closest airports (rental car needed): Asheville Regional (AVL): 1.2 hours McGhee Tyson, Knoxville (TYS): 2 hours Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP): 2.2 hours Hartsfield-Jackson, Atlanta (ATL): 3 hours
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