Community Boat Ramp | Evening Soaks in Hot Tub | 7 Mi to Polar Express Find your sweet spot at this peaceful Whittier vacation rental, nestled between the beauty of Cherokee and the charm of Bryson City! The cabin offers the quintessential Smokies retreat, with community access to Oconaluftee Lake and proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad's Polar Express. After days spent hiking or exploring nearby towns, fire up the grill for a barbecue, then take in the views from the hot tub. -- THE PROPERTY -- SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 2: 1 full bed, 1 twin bed COMMUNITY AMENITIES - Boat ramp, river & lake access - Pavilion, grills, picnic tables - Open grassy area & recreation area INDOOR LIVING - 2 TVs, fireplace - Dining table - Books, board games OUTDOOR LIVING - Wraparound deck - Dining area, gas grill - Private hot tub - Wood-burning fire pit - Mountain views KITCHEN - Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher - Dishware/flatware, cooking basics - Drip coffee maker (bring your own coffee) - Microwave, toaster oven, ice maker GENERAL - Free WiFi - Keyless entry - Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans - Linens/towels, iron/board - Washer/dryer (detergent provided) - Trash bags, paper towels - Hair dryer, complimentary toiletries ACCESSIBILITY - Single-story cabin, exterior steps required PARKING - Driveway (2 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- - Community access to Oconaluftee Lake & proximity to Tuckasegee River: kayaking, canoeing, paddleboarding, whitewater rafting & fishing - Near hiking/mountain biking trails, bird-watching, wildlife viewing, waterfalls & scenic areas - 4 miles to Cherokee: Museum of the Cherokee People, Cherokee Indian Fair Grounds, gift shops, souvenir stores & restaurants - 6 miles to Harrah's Cherokee Casino - 7 miles to Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 7 miles to Bryson City: Polar Express at the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, shops, restaurants, bars, breweries & essentials - 24 miles to Cataloochee Ski Area - 67 miles to Asheville Regional Airport, 76 miles to McGhee Tyson Airport & 129 miles to Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This single-story cabin requires exterior steps to enter