Family-friendly vacation rentals in Bryson City

Gorgeous views, great location, the hot water was actually hot (unlike other Airbnb’s I’ve stayed in), the hot tub was ready to go, the host left us snacks. It was just such a wonderful experience. We will be coming back. If I had to pick ANY cons, I’d be really reaching. You are one of four yurts (we didn’t realize we would have “neighbors” but it’s set up in such a way that you still have privacy.). Also, you are close to the road so occasionally you will hear cars, but the sound of the river much overpowers that. Plan for no reception; we were fine with that. We plan to come back again with 2 more couples. I will definitely miss falling asleep to the sound of the river Now, what I wish I would have known as a car geek - we accidentally went through Tail of the Dragon on the way there. Had no idea it was here. Was sad to have a big ole SUV riding that instead of my sports car! Plan accordingly. :)

The view is surreal and very close to the smoky mountains! The house was well equipped with everything we needed and we enjoyed the endless views we saw. The drive way is seriously steep and definitely needs 4WD to be able to get up it, it is a little scary going up but definitely worth the view! The host is also very responsive and so friendly! We will be back again when in GSMNP!

We loved our stay at Greg’s cabin! The location is beautiful and the cabin was very clean and comfortable, it looked just like the pictures. There is a nice stream right next to the cabin and we enjoyed the fire pit and the hot tub. It was also only about a 10 minute drive to the casino, which was very convenient for the event we were attending. We would definitely stay here again!

What a great trip. Checkin/out was seamless. The property was clean and the amenities were great. Blue Haven was the perfect relaxing getaway.

The house was perfect for our family’s annual after Christmas vacation! The views are amazing! There was plenty of room for the 12 of us. Since we always prepare a lot of our meals and the kitchen well equipped and worked out great. Did I mention the incredible views? You’re on top and can see mountains in every direction! It was Beautiful! The weather was cold and windy. It did snow a little but nothing that caused a problem traveling. Thank you Mickey for your concern about the possibility of ice on our departure morning and checking on us. Our new favorite place we have stayed! We loved it!

My wife and I booked Smawlie cabin for an overnight stay, to take a much needed break from the daily grind. I was initially attracted to the booking by the quaint and small cabin feel, with the added bonuses of a great view and hot tub! Mike (the host) was very responsive and provided an excellent level of details about the route there, activity suggestions, local eats, and other helpful tips. The views were excellent from the hot tub/deck; we had very clear skies and saw shooting stars! Cleanliness 100%, VERY comfy bed. The gravel drive to the top was a bit steeper than I anticipated, but our Toyota 4Runner made it up and down with no issues, even with snow and mildly icy tire tracks covering the gravel. 100% need 4WD drive to get up there though! I screenshotted the specific directions provided by Mike and also wrote them down in my notes; there was no cell phone reception out there. Plan your routes in and out before traveling! I would definitely recommend Smawlie to anyone!

The views from the homey porch were absolutely breath taking. This home felt so comfy for our family of 5 which left lots of opportunities for relaxation. We also had everything we needed to cook nice meals. So sad to leave, but beyond grateful that Darrell allowed us as guests. What a wonderful experience in such a lovely place ❤️

Beautiful and comfortable home in a lovely mountain neighborhood.

would stay here again ! lovely location and nice place inside and out

Our second visit to this peaceful cabin. The hosts are wonderful and made the trip extra special for our birthday girl. We explored nearby towns of Dillsboro and Bryson. Wonderful restaurants and local shops. We drove ‘the tail of the dragon’ on our route in. Loved sitting on the porch and enjoying the view. Looking forward to coming again.

We had a fantastic overnight stay at this Airbnb! The apartment was cozy, clean, and had everything we needed for a comfortable night's sleep. The host was very responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay here again if we're in the area.

Belinda and Ben were great host! The home met our needs as we were waiting to close on our home. The space worked well for my husband who was working remotely and also for the visiting grand kids. The home is simple bbut had everything we needed.

First of all, let me start with saying that Margaret is an absolutely FANTASTIC host. I messed up my departure date and didn’t realize it until the day of, after check out time (first time that has ever happened to me, horrible!😭) and she was SO HELPFUL, so understanding and just the absolute best!!❤️❤️❤️ Margaret’s place is very cute and neat. The kitchen is stocked with everything you could possibly need (the big Christmas mugs were my favorite!). I loved all the fluffy blankets and the electric fireplace was a nice touch too, since it was really cold this week. The view over the mountains and pastures is really pretty too and the house is very centrally located, close to Franklin but in a quiet area.

My friends and I enjoyed our weekend getaway at The Runaway Chalet. The driveway was a little tricky due to recent snowfall, but April suggested an alternative approach to enter driveway. We plan to return next year!

Beautiful cabin, photos don’t due it justice. Everything we could need was there although pull out couches wouldn’t worked better for our older children than having the extra beds located in the master bedrooms. Otherwise it was a perfect house to entertain our large family! I wish I would’ve done more research on the area prior to coming. It’s definitely a lot of driving. I highly recommend bringing hiking gear. We came in January, I wasn’t sure how the weather would be but it was actually perfect hiking weather. All the entertainment at the house was fantastic as well for our kids.

Fernanda was the perfect host! She was very responsive to any questions and requests that we had. The home was perfect! The pictures do not do it any justice. It was a perfect location and super peaceful. The home was secluded and very clean. This was honestly one of the best homes that I’ve stayed at. Thanks for being such an amazing host, Fernanda! I will be staying again. 10/10 — I highly recommend!

My husband and I stayed here with our dog for Labor Day weekend! The house and the location can’t be beat for a relaxing but fun vacation. Everything was as described at the house and the added bonus of the lake club and marina topped it off. We plan on making this an annual trip!

Beautiful property and amazing location!

Great place to stay at for the weekend. Bed was comfy and the sleeper sofa was perfect for our son to sleep on. This place had everything we needed. We enjoyed the little deck looking at the lake with the mountains in the background. What a beautiful view! The playground that was nearby was great for our son to play on. The Buttered Biscuit restaurant right up the road was perfect for breakfast! This is great place to stay at for visiting areas nearby such as Waynesville, Dillsboro, Cherokee and Bryson City. Go eat at Haywood Smokehouse in Dillsboro and look up Nikki’s Frybread in Cherokee.

The hosts were so sweet and kind. The space was perfect for my weekend away to find peace. Highly recommend staying here!

This has been yet another amazing stay!! We have reserved this Air B&B for 3 years now and each time Nina has provided an incredible and hassle free experience. Full of amenities, a complete kitchen arrangement, a quiet driveway and amazing views, this Air B&B has countless things to compliment and I’m happy to say we will continue using it as long as we can <3 It has gone from a vacation home to an ACTUAL home, just far away from our regular one.

Great little find for a few nights. Great host.

Beautiful location with great views of Lake Junaluska! Couldn’t have asked for a better location, accommodations, or hosts. Would definitely book again if available! The coziness of this rental only enhanced a wonderful 31st wedding anniversary getaway! Knew it was perfect when we saw the “You & Me” decor in the kitchen area which is the name of our song and also our favorite saying!

My family and I enjoyed our stay. The views from the house are incredible. It is very peaceful. The place was clean. Nina was very helpful and responsive when needed. We used the pool and hot tub, which was a short walk down the driveway. I highly recommend this place if you’re visiting the area!