Top 8 Cabins In Cherokee, North Carolina - Updated 2024

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Cherokee is located in the Cherokee Nation, a reservation in western North Carolina. The town is nestled close to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and features Appalachian hiking trails. Visitors can find out more about the area’s past at the Oconaluftee Indian Village, which features 18th-century style buildings and offers live demonstrations. They can also try their luck at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino. In the summer months, the outdoor Mountainside Theater offers the drama of the tribal story, with the play “Unto These Hills.” Fishermen will enjoy the rivers in the area, where they can catch many trout. Kayaking is available on the Oconaluftee River nearby. Check out these cabins in Cherokee, North Carolina, to get a real feel for the area and its past.

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1. Ol'Smoky Log Cabin on the River: Unit 4 (from USD 136)

This riverfront cabin in Cherokee, North Carolina, boasts a calming view from the front porch. Make sure to bring your fishing gear! The river is stocked with trout weekly, so you’ll have plenty of fun catching and then releasing the fish. The property is adjacent to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, treating you to stunning views of mountains and access to many hiking trails for a true nature retreat experience.

The cabin has a fully equipped kitchen, but an outdoor grill is also available for your outdoor cookouts. On colder nights, curl up and relax in front of the indoor fireplace.

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Cherokee, North Carolina, United States
2.07 km (1.3 mi) from Museum of the Cherokee People
cabin 6 Guests 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

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2. Buckshot Cabin

Have a relaxing retreat in this cabin for rent in Cherokee, North Carolina. It features a fully equipped kitchen, so make sure to bring your groceries, and you won’t have to leave the cabin or its premises during vacation! The covered porch is the perfect place to enjoy a cup of your morning coffee and just gaze at the surrounding landscape. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is also nearby and has some great trails if you want to venture out.

This cabin with hot tub allows you to relax at night by soaking your tired muscles after hiking and other activities.

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Cherokee, North Carolina, United States
2.08 km (1.3 mi) from Museum of the Cherokee People
cabin 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The shower head also needs to be replaced
The only complaint is that the bed was so veryVery uncomfortable
However the shower did not work
Could use some lighting around hot tub would be nice ambiance
The cabin was so darn cute and comfortable
Cleanliness:
The cabin was very clean and well kept
It was very clean plenty of towels
Clean; decorated nicely; instructions clear; need only to bring food
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental
Host:
So that was a huge let down for us
Made day trips to Dollywood
We weren't sure how to make the hot tub hotter and
I was more than happy with the location
the company answered our call first time then the owner came and checked to make sure everything was working We would absolutely stay here again for the price
Location:
Clingman’s Dome Bryson City
Relaxing and near to many things
Close enough to keep Verizon reception
Roomly clean and well equipped Only 5 minutes from Cherokee
The cabin sits right off of a paved road which is not busy so its easy to get in and out of without needing 4 wheel drive
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3. Log cabin with a hot tub, close to the casino and Cherokee (from USD 131)

This lovely cabin rental in Cherokee, North Carolina, is located a 5-mi (8-km) drive from Cherokee and Harrah’s Cherokee Casino and is within easy reach of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, the Cherokee museums and shopping. Rafting is available close by on the Nantahala River, while visitors can enjoy tubing on Deep Creek.

The property has a spacious porch for relaxing in the fresh air. The living room features a TV with cable channels and free Wi-Fi is available. There is a well-equipped kitchen for cooking daily meals. The master bedroom features a king-size bed, the second has a queen-size bed and there is also a queen-size sofa bed in the living area.

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7.04 km (4.4 mi) from Museum of the Cherokee People
137 reviews   Wifi Available
cabin 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
there was a leaf in my bed Not the worst thing to find
It would not take that much money
The cabin is a bit dated but has everything you need Definitely worth the price and we will stay here again
Quiet and private the best beds I have ever had in a rental
which was a very thin and old quilt)
Cleanliness:
Upon entering the place "looked" clean
Host:
not one person mentioned roaches
So friendly as easy more than we expected
I did because they only left us 1/2 a roll
Well that night we must have killed more than a dozen of these little pests
this was the absolute worst
Location:
but how did a leaf get in my bed???
my sister screamed "cockroach"
A nice getaway Peaceful but close to everything
Great location somewhat easy to get to very private and quiet
The TV is something from the 70's
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4. Appaloosa Cabins, close to downtown Cherokee and the casino (from USD 125)

These attractive cabins near a casino in Cherokee, North Carolina, are great glamping spots for families to get away, relax, and unwind amidst nature. It’s just a short drive from downtown Cherokee and Harrah’s Cherokee Casino. Fishermen will enjoy the close proximity to the Oconaluftee River.

The living room features a DirectTV with satellite channels and a choice of DVD movies. The kitchen comes fully equipped with all the necessary utensils and appliances. Sleeping arrangements include two bedrooms with queen-size beds in each and one bathroom. There is no internet on the property, allowing guests to truly relax.

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Cherokee, North Carolina, United States
2.79 km (1.8 mi) from Museum of the Cherokee People
cabin 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The cabin was cozy and we loved the view and sounds of the river coming in through the bedroom window
There was plenty room for everyone
The river trail was a little steep
Great time sitting on the back deck listening to the river
but with everything we needed Amazing view
Cleanliness:
Clean everything works as it should
Very clean Loved listening to and watching the river below very peaceful
Host:
Great host was 100% accommodating
The owner was really nice and helpful
Spent a long weekend with my parents and husband
but we were able to find a nice parking area close by that allowed us to walk behind the property along with river that was easier for them
Very nice cute and peaceful cabin
Location:
was a little too steep for my older parents
Quite location About five minutes away from all the tourist areas
A good property to rest and enjoy the area Close enough to enjoy Cherokee
Such a great location and setting Right on the river with great view and access Quiet and off the beaten path but only 2 miles from practically EVERYTHING Will definitely be back
Everything was good beautiful location
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5. Rising Ridge Cabin - Two-bedroom cabin (from USD 191)

This attractive, two-story cabin is located close to Cherokee, in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains. Its location is convenient for visits to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee and Bryson City, NC. Gatlinburg is a scenic drive away through the national park.

The cabin has a games room with a pool table and ping-pong table. There is also a television for watching DVD movies or playing video games. The kitchen comes equipped with everything necessary for daily cooking. The living room has a gas fireplace and the porch features a gas grill and there is a fire pit in the yard. Sleeping arrangements include two bedrooms with queen-size beds. The bathroom features a jetted bathtub for additional relaxation.

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916 meters (0.6 ft) from Museum of the Cherokee People
70 reviews  
cabin 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6
Minimum Nights: 1
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The kitchen was fully furnished
But it was entertaining Unfortunately the largest tv was downstairs in the game room
Need new pool table but the rest was nice
It was clean and we'll stocked with everything you need for cooking
The information provided ahead of time made it easy to find the cabin and get settled in
Cleanliness:
The cabin we stayed in was very nice and clean
Clean and well stocked with most everything you need
Host:
Wifi was not working in the morning till we left
The hot tub Jacuzzi tub and pool table were a very great selling point for us
so we could eat-in in the evening and relax rather than having to eat out all the time
We would absolutely recommend this property to anyone visiting the area
The owners even have outdoor games like tetherball and horseshoes
Location:
The cabin is also located close to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Cabin is really nice Not far from Cherokee
Our drive to Cherokee was within minutes
and it is mediocre at best
calm and quiet great location
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6. Barefoot Memories Cherokee cabin rental (from USD 93)

Barefoot Memories is a two-bedroom cabin, perfectly located at just a 15-minute drive from Bryson City and a 10-minute drive from downtown Cherokee. The spacious porch offers beautiful mountain views and outdoor relaxation. It should be noted that a 4-wheel or front-wheel-drive vehicle is needed to access the cabin.

The cabin is air-conditioned and there is a TV with satellite channels in the living room. The kitchen comes well-equipped with everything necessary for daily cooking for the family. The cabin has two bedrooms, both with queen-size beds and one and a half bathrooms. There is no internet here.

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2.37 km (1.5 mi) from Museum of the Cherokee People
33 reviews  
cabin 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 4
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy :

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
The hot tube was wonderful
The couch was not very comfortable
First the cabin was beautiful on the inside Gorgeous 2 bedroom
and we still have to take all the trash to a dumpster
My husband and I came up to the area to celebrate our anniversary
Cleanliness:
the cabin looks very clean but doesn't smell like clean
The vacation rental was very clean
place to rest and relax for the weekend
The cabin was exactly as posted
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental
Host:
Owner was extremely polite and helpful
and neither of us slept very much
I was very happy with the location
I was very happy with the location
I was very happy with the location
Location:
Was far enof from Cherokee to enjoy quiet out from city lights
Close to Cherokee reservation casino musuems but far enof for nice and quiet from town very quant
The map I looked at prior to booking showed the cabin next to the Casino within walking distance
I was a little skeptical at first being that this was my first cabin and all i do is watch scary movies
The size and the location was great but we found a lot of spiderweb at the hot tub
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7. Cozy cabin in the Cherokee homeland (from USD 150)

This beautiful wooden cabin is located in the Painttown Community of the Qualla Indian Boundary on the Cherokee Reservation. The property is a three-minute drive from Harrah’s Cherokee Casino and a comfortable stroll to the Tribal Bingo. The cabin is perfect for relaxing and enjoying mountain living while exploring the Great Smoky National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Visitors can enjoy hiking, fishing and tubing in the area and learn more about Cherokee culture here.

The living room features a TV with cable channels and free Wi-Fi is available. There is a kitchen with all the necessary appliances and utensils for cooking daily meals. One bedroom has a queen-size bed, while the second features a double bed. Parking is available on the property.

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Cherokee, North Carolina, United States
4.16 km (2.6 mi) from Museum of the Cherokee People
46 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire cabin 2 Beds 5 Guests 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 5

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
terri's place is exceptionally clean convenient and modern
the cabin is clean cozy and nicely furnished
the place was so clean and cozy we will definitely be back
the house was beautiful comfortable clean and modern
the cabin itself is very clean comfortable and quiet- it's a perfect weekend get-away
Host:
thank you for being a great host terri
terri is a great host and will respond to you very quickly should you have any questions
Location:
great location close to everything
2 miles from the casino perfect location
the location of the cabin is ideal because you are only three minutes from harrah's and downtown cherokee
this is a terrific house excellent location -- near everything but very private
the location is a good starting point to take a drive when not visiting the casino
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8. Conveniently located, budget-friendly cabin

This wooden cabin is perfectly placed off HWY 19, approximately 3 mi (4.8 km) from the center of town and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Harrah’s Cherokee Casino. Bryson City is a 7-mi (11-km) drive away, with shopping and restaurants. Hiking, fishing and biking are available in the surrounding area. The living area features a TV with cable channels and there is free Wi-Fi available throughout. The kitchen is well-equipped for daily cooking. One bedroom features a double bed, while the second has a queen-size bed. There is one bathroom.

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4.35 km (2.8 mi) from Museum of the Cherokee People
180 reviews   Wifi Available
Entire cabin 2 Beds 4 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 4

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the cabin did not have a smart tv but had good wifi
the mattresses were awesome memory foam and there is a/c in all rooms (and ceiling fans)
the deck and exterior property where very nice along with an off-road parking space and picnic table
i really liked and used the full kitchen plus the washer and dryer were very nice
the kitchen is out-dated but functional and effective
Cleanliness:
chad's cabins are really clean and cozy
the place was really clean
very clean everything we needed was there
the cabin was really clean
very good acommodations clean confortable and convenient
Host:
owner responsive and friendly
shasta’s immediate responses were very helpful
chad was attentive to our needs and we loved the porch
overall what we expected and chad was very helpful
Location:
great location to the casino
it was in a great location - short distances to everything we wanted to get to
overall good place and good location
great cabin that truly is close to everything
this place is good location and close to everything cherokee has to offer
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Get back to nature in a cabin in Cherokee, North Carolina

Learn more about the past of the Cherokee Nation, while staying in a beautiful mountainous area, close to the town and with access to hiking, biking, fishing and tubing. Try your luck at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino, while staying in rustic comfort in one of these cabins in Cherokee, North Carolina, USA.

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Anne Sewell was born in England, but has spent most of her life in Africa - Malawi, Zimbabwe and South Africa - and now resides on the beautiful Costa del Sol in southern Spain. She loves writing...Read more

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