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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, video library
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK

Full Stream Ahead

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Get away from it all and find sweet serenity here at Full Stream Ahead, a riverfront retreat that will spoil the whole family! Boasting unobstructed views of the Tuckasegee River, a hot tub, a furnished wraparound deck, a hammock, picnic table, corn hole, horseshoes, and a firepit, you can easily spend each day at home with unlimited fun right at your fingertips. Start each morning in the fully equipped kitchen and brew a cup of coffee to enjoy out on the deck as you wave to the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Train which passes right behind the house! When days come to a close, the warmth of the gas fireplace will welcome you with open arms as everyone kicks back on the plush sofa while watching a favorite movie on the mounted TV.

Bring your fishing gear and enjoy fishing in the hatchery-supported, trout-stocked waters of The Tuck (fishing is closed in March). During the summer months bring your floats and tube down the river in the sunshine. Feel lucky? Just eight miles away is the Harrah's Cherokee Casino open 24/7. Experience the Great Smoky Mountain National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway, both just 12 miles away if you have a few outdoorsy guests. Want to stay close but venture outside? Check out Uncle Bill's Flea Market on Highway 74E just a few miles from the cottage (between Dillsboro and Cherokee).

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
The driveway is 1.1 miles long and gravel.
4WD/traction may be required in winter.
Highway 74 has traffic in the summer. You may hear road noise.
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,344 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

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

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
49831

About the area

Map
Whittier, NC

What's nearby

  • Sequoyah National Golf Club - 10 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 15 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 17 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine - 18 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo - 19 min drive - 17.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Granny's Kitchen - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪SoundBytes - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Brio Restaurant Group - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Tuckasegee River and Nantahala National Forest. Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Sequoyah National Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Riverfront gem w/wraparound deck, horseshoes, firepit, hot tub, WiFi - 2 dogs OK Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Alexander T.

Avoid Vacasa at all costs
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Deborah V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dangerous road
The house itself was lovely. However the gravel, narrow road with bliind corners was dangerous and unfortunately caused us to have a collision with another local vehicle. The road noise from the highway across from the river and property also took away from the serenity of the river. Also, be aware there were no top sheets provided only bottom sheets and a quilt/comforter. And no clothes hangers. We were told this is normal for this rental group. These things would prevent us from rebooking this house. It’s unfortunate, as it has potential to be a great rental otherwise.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric W., Ashland Va

Liked: Cleanliness
wedding venue preview
came in town to view daughters wedding venue, place was clean and close to venue!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

alyssa a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall great place
This house was absolutely perfect, a great spot to have friends/ family. The overall check in process was ok, when we arrived we found the hot tub half open and not turned on which was a bummer. It took about 24 hours to reach proper temp. The lights where out, I think a breaker was tripped. The house is well stocked. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S., Greensboro, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax in the river
Right on the river with a fire pit and small deck as well, to hang out at rivers edge. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed to make our stay complete . This house is a short 10 minute drive to Dillsboro , Cherokee is about a 20 minute drive. Under the house is a great place to hang with horseshoes, Hot Tub and grill .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Ashley S.

Ehh
The stay was nice , loved the river , although I don’t believe there are any fish in that water . Fished all 3 days , 6 of us fishing , not one fish was caught , not even a single bite . The grill didn’t work , only the front part of the burners would turn on , and only on low , the oven took over an hour to cook fries at 400 degrees and pizza took almost 2 hours cooking two of them at 400 degrees . The house had animal hair All over the place , the floors didn’t look like they had been swept or mopped , ceiling fans were dusty and dirty . There was hair all in the downstairs shower , the hot tub wouldn’t get past like warm and had a mind of its own when it came to turning on or off by itself . The power shut off due to the breaker blowing several times throughout our stay , went without hot water one night and the fireplace didn’t work after the first night , the tv didn’t work either til the final night , I think there’s something going on with their electrical for all of those items to be Messing up . Overall nice place , The drive to the house is terrible , don’t take a low car . And get what you need before you get to the house . Would definitely go again if the issues above were addressed .!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply Amazing!
This was perfect for me and my family. We used all the amenities. Will be booking again in Spring.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay N., Charleston

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing once you get there!
We absolutely loved our time at Full Stream Ahead! Getting there in a Prius was….fun, but once there, it was hard to leave everyday! As everyone has said, it’s tricky to get to the property. But if we could do it, you can! Unless you have no clearance under your car. Seriously, you will probably hit bottom a couple times and maybe take a wrong turn. But it gets easier. More signs would be good. The house, though, wow! Drinking coffee in the mornings and having dinner on the porch was the best. The highway noise was never bad, and the stream was so nice! Honestly have nothing bad to say. Everything was well-appointed and very clean as well! Do yourself a favor and stay for a week. You won’t want to leave!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Faye G.

Liked: Cleanliness
30th Anniversary Trip
My husband and I wanted to do something we’ve never done before for our 30 year anniversary. We decided Harrah’s Casino would be fun. Our children, age 21 and 16, came with us for a few days then left so we could have a couple of days to ourselves. Full Stream Ahead is a beautiful home. It was clean and well stocked for any cooking that we wanted to do. Hot tub was a lovely, relaxing feature. Due to the late August weather being warm, we did not get a chance to utilize the fire pit but can imagine how nice it would be to sit around and socialize. I read many reviews before booking. Here is what I would say, the road noise is loud. If you’re used to it, it won’t bother you and inside it is quiet. Unfortunately, it did drown out the beautiful river. We enjoyed the view and had a wonderful time but did miss the quiet and being able to enjoy the rushing of the river. The train… we only saw one time, and it was fun waving at the passengers. The drive in and out to the main road is tricky. My daughter did just fine in her Chevy Trax, and a smaller vehicle could make it but it wouldn’t be fun. A truck, Jeep, etc is better. It is not wide and you must pull over if you meet another vehicle, only happened to us two or three time and luckily, where we could pull over with ease, or the other person could for us to pass. We did lose power but after calling vacasa, the manager got it taken care of quickly. Overall, nice space, good views, but a little loud outside. Great trip!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Great place would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great experience and stay at this home. It is down an unpaved road that can be a little rough at times for a non 4-wheel vehicle. We also got a little confused trying to find the property even with the directions. The home was perfect for our family of 4 and 2 dogs. We loved the fire pit and horseshoes!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Tonya N.

Great get away!
Be prepared for a little off road. The way in is a single road and quiet long. Get your food before you get there or while your out because it is not somewhere you can get in and out of quickly. We loved the place though. The gnats were bad near the river and got into the house so make sure to keep back door closed. We had the windows open the whole trip and the breeze was wonderful. Look forward to staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

tanya s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun and relaxing
Very enjoyable, clean. we had fun on the river, pleanty to do. Dont get put off by the traffic across the river, it really isn't a bother
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

4/10 Poor

Cheryl M.

No fish and power outage
House not very clean. Advertisement said fish hatchery on our river- no fish at all. Had fridge stocked to cook dinner last evening and next morning breakfast before check out but we had no power or water. Had to throw away all the food. Could not contact anyone due to no internet. Location was beautiful though
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at Full Stream Ahead, Whittier, NC
It was a beautiful house. Very clean. Lots of room for everyone. The stream and the fire pit was nice. The highway is visible from the house. It is on the other side of the stream and can be a little noisy. It didn't really bother us though. ☆The only problem I had with this property is the driveway in. It is a single lane dirt road that has many humps and bumps. It is a long drive through the woods. It took me 6 minutes to make the drive in and another 6 minutes to drive out if we wanted to go somewhere. We didn't really want to go anywhere because of the trouble getting in and out. But overall it was a nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Martha F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun weekend
The house was really nice after the adventure of getting there. We loved the water view. My 4 year old grandson loved seeing the train go right by the house. Beds were very comfortable. Wish I knew what kind of mattress it was. Internet/wifi slow. TV in BR would be nice. Overall we loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Linda A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very cozy home away from home.
Smooth process renting the property
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The River zhouse
The house was perfect! It was just as the listing states. It’s in a great location for a central point for many day trips. The river here is just beautiful! The traffic noise from the highway is definitely there but doable. The directions into the house for the first trip in are difficult to follow. It would be nice if there were more signs or landmarks listed. The only issue we had was the fireplace did not work. I notified management and was told it would be corrected for us and it never was. I texted and called. It was sad to have cold nights and no fire to enjoy. However, everything else was perfect and we totally enjoyed the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arrina B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Smoky Mountains
The house is clean and inviting. The view of the river is great. It is close to the highway, but you get used to the noise level. The gravel road going to the property is well kept. Definitely a great place to stay if you like to feel more secluded. It’s about 15 minutes from Cherokee and about 20 minutes to Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Highly recommend the Mingus Waterfall just outside of GSMNP. Short, but steep walk up to a 180 foot waterfall. Also recommend Clingman’s Dome and Charles Bunion AT trail. Recommend Cherokee’s Food Lion for groceries. The Cherokee Indian Reservation is dry, so keep that in mind when shopping for adult beverages 😉
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lynn L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome River House
Beautiful river house near Bryson City and Cherokee!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021