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Inviting riverfront home with game room & fireplace, dog-friendly

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

5.6 out of 10

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 15532 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • 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.

Inviting riverfront home with game room & fireplace, dog-friendly

Big Lodge on the River

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A beautiful and tranquil mountain retreat awaits in the quiet area of Waynesville, North Carolina. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the view, nature, and the area's array of things to do. Hike, bike, horseback ride, kayak, and golf throughout the scenic countryside to spend an unforgettable getaway together with loved ones. Downtown Waynesville and Ashville are just a short drive away, filled with local eateries, shops, attractions, and historical landmarks. After a day of adventuring, come home to entertainment where you can challenge your loved ones to a memorable game of chess, pool, or foosball. This comfortable home boasts an outdoor fireplace along with its expansive deck with barbecue grills, perfect for a family gathering.

Upon entry, you'll be met with a bright interior and a cozy atmosphere throughout the well-appointed living area. Marvel at the majestic cathedral ceiling, the rustic yet modern decor, and the panoramic views available on the deck. Relax and make yourself at home by resting on the plush furniture, streaming a movie marathon on the large TV, or curling up with a good book by the grand stone fireplace. Prepare grand meals and picnic snacks in one of the two kitchens, the main one boasting state-of-the-art Thermador appliances. Comfortable beds in spacious bedrooms ensure that everyone will get a wonderful night's sleep from the day's adventures.

Find the epitome of comfort in the main bedroom which boasts a TV for private viewing, a private entry to the deck, and a luxurious en suite bathroom, complete with an oversized walk-in shower and soaking tub. Each room is outfitted with upscale furnishings and luxe linens for the ultimate rest and relaxation. Two washer/dryer units are available for convenience to take home clean laundry when it's time to return to everyday life. Enjoy picturesque sunsets on the expansive covered patio or decks, screened porch, or outdoor fireplace to roast marshmallows and tell stories til the stars come out to dot the sky.

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.
To use streaming services, guests must log in with their own credentials.
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 5 vehicles.




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

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • DVD player
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

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

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

Things to do

  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Casino nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 5722 sq ft (532 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2. Weight limit: 30 lbs each.

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
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

102798

About the neighborhood

Map
Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 18 min drive
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 19 min drive
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 27 min drive
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 27 min drive
  • Cataloochee Valley - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sherrill's Pioneer Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Ferguson Supply - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Blue Rooster Southern Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Ammons' Drive Inn & Dairy Bar - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Inviting riverfront home with game room & fireplace, dog-friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Inviting riverfront home with game room & fireplace, dog-friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Inviting riverfront home with game room & fireplace, dog-friendly?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Inviting riverfront home with game room & fireplace, dog-friendly located?

This family-friendly Waynesville vacation home is located on the waterfront, 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Pigeon River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Waynesville Recreation Center and Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Blue Ridge Health - Haywood and Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Inviting riverfront home with game room & fireplace, dog-friendly Reviews

Reviews

5.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 9 reviews

5.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Laura R.

Gorgeous view
Gorgeous home with one of the best things being the view from the porch. It was easy to find and very private even though located within in a development. It is near a river but you can barely see it. Our kids attempted to walk down to it to go fishing but the path was overgrown and would not recommend. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking and clean linens on all the beds. There was a lot of space and our group enjoyed the pool table and hot tub. The place overall needs a good deep cleaning and the landscaping needs some TLC as it was overgrown. The wifi was slow and not great.
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8/10 Good

Paul G.

Awesome house!!! Very Poor WI-FI!!! No TV service for the whole week
House was very large and unique!! Amenities were great except for the Wi-Fi!!
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4/10 Poor

Thomas B.

Big Lodge Review
Big Lodge is a great location with lots of space and great views. The Hot tub was nice the outdoor fire pit is great. The house is dirty!! we spent a lot of time cleaning when we shouldn't have to deal with that. Windows, floors, range hood, oven, cobwebs every place you look. The kitchen is huge, but range is dirty, and pantry is a mess. the Kitchen needs a good organizing. When you charge holiday rates a Christmas tree would be nice for the holiday. We had a fun stay and loved the area but would not rent again unless changes are made.
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8/10 Good

Kim H.

Great location
Overall - Beautiful views and great location! Nice back porch areas with plenty of seating. Downtown Asheville & Biltmore weren’t too far for day trips. House was the perfect size for our large family. We had seen previous reviews so we talked with the property mgr Jason prior and he made sure the BBQ grills had propane and the living room gas fireplace was working. Some areas of the home could’ve been a little cleaner (dusty downstairs, oven) and the furniture is pretty worn but we still enjoyed our stay. Be aware - the wifi is pretty weak and had a difficult time getting TVs to connect.
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4/10 Poor

Ashley C.

Not what expected
First off let me say this is not the cabin we booked! Our cabin was cancelled 2 weeks before arriving! We were told this cabin was available and after reading the reviews was very nervous! I asked for them to please clean before we arrived! We got there the weeds was as tall as us all over the property and the hot tub smelled horrible! We did call and someone did come cut the grass and fixed the hot tub! The house had rat dropping in places and cob webs everywhere! The furniture is very outdated and needs to be cleaned! This house could definitely be an amazing house but it needs a lot of tlc the code for the mother in law suit was wrong had to call about that and the ac did not work in the mother in law suit! The grill tanks went empty after 1st night! This was one of the worst cabins we have ever stayed in and I will not ever book again!
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6/10 Okay

Michael B.

Great potential but needs work
The property and the house have great potential, it’s beautiful and the views are breathtaking, but it needs a deep cleaning, organization around the house and a lot of updating. The furniture is outdated and rundown, the tv’s are horrible none of them work and wifi is terrible, the kitchen is extremely disorganized as well. It’s sad to see such a beautiful home not well maintained.

2/10 Terrible

Benjamin M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Rental past its prime, needs updates.
We stayed at this house over 12 years ago and had a great experience. I cannot say the same for the trip we just took. The house has not be updated at all since then, which wouldn’t necessarily be a bad thing, except it hasn’t been maintained at all. We had an issue in all four bathrooms in the main house, from toilets not flushing to showers and sinks not draining. The house had been spot cleaned, there was a dust and filth in all the inconspicuous places. It’s a shame because the location, layout, and amenities of the house could be great. It’s not worth the high end price anymore. We called the rental company three times to come out and fix the bathrooms, they answered and were nice every time, but they never sent anyone out to help.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Jack C., FORT MYERS

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Location is perfect!
Although the location of the property were perfect, the amenities were very disappointing for a premium priced property. Since many family members traveled in to convene, we would have assumed basic condiments like sugar, salt, pepper, dish washing pods and foil/wrap would be provided, they were not. Additionally, the furniture was very worn, dated and uncomfortable. The gas fireplace in the main room was not in working order and the property manager came to try to get working to no avail. There were no fireplace tools for the two wood burning fireplaces, even though wood was provided. He also noted and apologized for the landscaping being over grown as the owner apparently fired the landscaper. Lastly, both outdoor grills were not in working order where a rats nest was formed inside of one of them. The location and size of home were ideal but would not recommend staying here for a premium price without significant updates to the furniture and basic stocked items.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Brooke K., Gilbert, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
TERRIBLE internet service, no response from property manager
The listing says high speed internet but this is not true. The only way we could watch tv was to move a tv to the kitchen nook where the router is. All 8 of us had to sit in the nook to watch tv. To watch local channels we had to go buy an antenna or use one of our cell phone hotspots. When we reported the issue we were basically told the internet is spotty in the house. They told us to reboot the router which we had already done. One of our family members said the router was 4G and needed to be updated to 5G. We tried to tell the property manager this but it fell on deaf ears. You can only watch apps on the tv and you have to use your own log in info. We couldn’t watch any of these because the internet was so poor. One of the downstairs toilets was not working. We reported it the day we got there (Wednesday) but nobody came to check it until Saturday and this was after we had to report the issue again. It couldn’t be repaired that day so we were never able to use that bathroom. The microwave in the kitchen also did not work. It would allow you to turn it on but it would turn off after a little less than a minute. It wasn’t heating, either. The local property manager brought us another microwave on Saturday but told us there was nothing wrong with the other one. We weren’t there when they came so we couldn’t show them what was wrong with it. We called and sent a text to the property manager 3 times but no response. House is beautiful and spacious. Kitchen is well equiped.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023