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Time Flies on the River

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 442 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪18 min walk‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Time Flies on the River

This modern cabin is situated on the banks of the Tuckasegee River. It is located less than a mile from downtown Bryson City, the Great Smoky Railroad and Deep Creek National Park. There are many other attractions nearby such as Cherokee Indian Reservation, The Road to Nowhere, Fontana Lake, The Nantahala River and Tsali recreation area.

This upscale mini home offers a bedroom with a king bed, upgraded cotton linens, granite counter tops, custom craftsmanship, rain shower head, a convertible sleeper sofa in the living room, an private fire pit area with a hot tub, charcoal grill and many comforts of home while putting you right in the middle of all the outdoor adventure you can handle. Whether its world class fly fishing steps from the cabin, a train ride, miles of nearby hiking, award winning breweries or a relaxing getaway you crave, you will certainly see that Time Flies when your on the River.

What to Bring:
Firewood
Charcoal
Coffee for drip coffee maker
Coffee condiments

*We provide a starter amount of toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags etc. These are meant to last a couple of days. If you're booking a longer stay, you will want to bring more of these items.

You can reach me through the booking platform messaging center or by text or phone call. Please do not hesitate to reach out! We own and manage our rental and want to make sure our guests have an exceptional experience while visiting our place!

Time Flies is so close to town but feels remote! Experience the best of both worlds here. This "Mountain Modern" house is tucked away on the banks of the Tuckasegee River with a dirt road and the Smoky Mountain Railroad fronting the property. Guests enjoy watching the tourist train pass by, especially in November and December when it's decorated for the Polar Express! Old River road is also a great resource offering prime river access or take a leisure walk down the long dirt road. The house is also only about a mile away from Deep Creek, which is park of The Smoky Mountains National Park.

Getting around: Driving is our recommendation. Biking and walking to town are options. Be aware that there are not sidewalks between the house and town. However, people do walk this section along the side of the road. Traffic can be heavy along this stretch of road and the side of the road isn't well maintained.

1. There is gravel parking for two Standard sized car. One beside of the house and one in front of the house. No trailers allowed.
2. We do allow dogs for a fee. 2 dogs up to 50lbs each maximum. Please read and adhere to our pet rules while staying in our house. Once you add your dog(s) to the guest count, the pet fee will be displayed in the summary of charges. We have strick pet rules: No dogs on the furniture/bed(s) for any reason. No dogs running loose on our property. Pickup dog waste. Hair found on furniture or in linens will incur an addition charge beyond the pet fee.
3. The house has a full kitchen and almost everything you would need to prepare any meal. However, the kitchen is not stocked with condiments or supplies with the exception of a few spices and salt and pepper.
4. The sofa converts into a sleeper. It works well for 2 children or 1 adult.
5. There are two other vacation rental dwellings on this property. Each house has its own private outdoor space.
6. The Great Smoky Mountains railway runs in front of the property. This is a scenic tourist train that runs during the day/evening/early night and is a big reason why people visit Bryson City. It does not run during the night when people generally are sleeping.

Visit our other listings for houses located at this property:
*The Ship Shak
*River's Edge

Looking for something within walking distance to Town? Check out our downtown properties:
*Bryson City Tiny House
*The Bryson City Flat
*City View
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Tuckasegee River. You'll find features like a hot tub and laundry facilities. The cabin offers a kitchen and a balcony.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and balcony
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and 6 minutes from Great Smoky Mountains National Park
This cabin offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Bryson City cabin is smoke free.


Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a river

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 450 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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Time Flies on the River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Time Flies on the River was perfect for our Bryson City stay. Being close to town was a plus for us. We love the little city.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is the cutest house. The location is perfect to visit the little town. Shower was strong, hot tub was warm, beds were comfortable and the view was so peaceful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was tbe perfect stay for a quick visit to the Polar Express! Easy check-in process and the home was just as described. We didn't stay long enough to use the kitchen or hot tub, but I wish we had. It is the cutest place on the river and with plenty of privacy! We would definitely stay again if we make our way back up to this area!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable tiny home with a great view and close to all downtown has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and wonderful views. Exceptionally maintained and clean. We loved the train ride!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was very clean and organized. Super cute Cabin and the bed was comfortable! We enjoyed the hot tub as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin was great and very clean. It had everything that we needed. Great location to town. The hot tub was clean and we enjoyed it one evening. A little disappointed about the folage overgrowth as it blocked much of the river view.We would not deter that from staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an absolute perfect time at time flies… It’s such a perfect little cabin with everything that we needed and close to everything. I even had a great short visit with the lady who cleans the house and told her that we would leave the place in such a perfect condition that she probably wouldn’t even need to clean it. We would absolutely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay at Time Flies on the River. Our visit to Bryson City was brief, but the home fit our needs. It was very clean and had everything we needed. The entire process from check in to check out was very easy. The home's location is ideally located very close to the downtown area. Would definitely stay at the home again when visiting the area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
You feel like you’re in a secluded spot, but it’s just a short walk into town to nearby restaurants, shops and train depot. The house was well stocked, cozy and the perfect size!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison K., New Zion, SC

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place!

It was clean and sma
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to get away
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

The property was just as it was advertised! It was just perfect for the two of us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice long weekend

The property was clean and cozy. It had everything we needed to a quick getaway to Bryson City. Tip: while the property is close enough to town that you COULD walk, the road wouldn’t be safe, especially with kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Still great the second time around!

This was our second stay at this cabin. Perfect for a couple, nice and quiet….well except for the occasional train whistle, but that is only during the day and not a problem. The place was clean, emails from host timely and clear making checkin/out easy. Distance to town is walkable, but unfortunately there is no clear, safe walking path. I’m sure we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alesia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday weekend

Great little place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love this place.

Excellent hosts! Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

We enjoyed the long weekend in Bryson City! There’s so much to do and see especially if you love the outdoors as much as we do! This home was exceptionally clean, well stocked kitchen, and in a perfect location! We enjoyed using the hot tub and the fire pit which were both very well taken care of! The location of the home is just outside of the downtown area so that was wonderful! Although this is a shared lot, we felt as if we had our own space and plenty of privacy. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CJ T.

Liked: Cleanliness

We will be back. This is a wonderful place.

Communication was excellent. The pictures and descriptions do not do justice. We literally stayed an entire day juat enjoying the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana C.

Liked: Cleanliness

AMAZING!!

Loved everything about this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway/Polar Express

This is a lovely, clean, cozy little cabin. My husband and I rented it for the weekend. We met up with family to ride the Polar Express. it was very close to town and easy to get to. I would recommend this cabin and plan to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cabin for our Fall getaway

We loved this cabin, its amenities, and the view of the river! Everything was just as pictured or better. It was perfect for the two of us. We look forward to returning soon, perhaps in the Spring.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAREN B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable Town, Adorable House Nearby

The house was beautifully decorated and the perfect size for a family of three. We actually enjoyed the train going right by (many smiles and waves exchanged!); it did not run at night. Extra perk was the hot tub and ease of accessing a delightful town and restaurants. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall getaway.

Great location, out of the way but close to town. Loved the view of the river and hills from the property. House was very clean and comfortable, a great place to stay. We would definitely stay there again and would recommend it to family and friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024