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Wesser Creek Village - 2 Cabins | Large Family Retreat in the Smokies

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

11 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 30836 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Wesser Creek Village - 2 Cabins | Large Family Retreat in the Smokies

Welcome to Wesser Creek Village | A Secluded Smoky Mountain Retreat

Discover Wesser Creek Village, a spacious and private mountain retreat featuring two unique cabins—The Hive Lodge and The Historic Ol’ Gun Range Cabin. Nestled between Bryson City and Cherokee, NC, this property offers a serene escape with easy access to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Nantahala Gorge, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, and the Cherokee Indian Reservation.

Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or quality time with family, Wesser Creek Village has something for everyone. Explore scenic hiking trails, world-class fishing, thrilling whitewater rafting, or immerse yourself in the charm of local mountain towns. With ample space, modern amenities, and breathtaking surroundings, this one-of-a-kind retreat is the perfect base for your Smoky Mountain vacation.

The Hive Lodge | A Unique 7,000 Sq. Ft. Family Lodge

Originally built as a schoolhouse, The Hive Lodge is a truly special Smoky Mountain lodge rental featuring two levels, each with separate living spaces, connected by a covered staircase. Enjoy a blend of rustic farmhouse charm and modern comfort in this secluded yet accessible mountain retreat.

Upper Level

✔ 🛏 5 bedrooms & 3.5 baths – Each bedroom is uniquely decorated with handcrafted artwork and local themes
✔ 🪟 Spacious sitting room – Floor-to-ceiling glass windows offer breathtaking views of the pond and Smoky Mountains
✔ 🎮 Game room – 900 sq. ft. of fun featuring **ping pong, foosball, poker table, and Smart TV
✔ 🧖 Sauna – Our cedar sauna is perfect for unwinding after a day hike in the Smokies
✔ 🧊 Additional refrigerator – Perfect for large groups needing extra food storage
✔ 🌿 Screened-in porch – A guest favorite for unwinding to the soothing ambient sounds of the creeks



Lower Level of The Hive Lodge

✔ 🛏 3 bedrooms & 3 full baths
✔ 🛋 Large great room – 70” Smart TV, plush sofas, and lounge chairs
✔ 🍽 Fully equipped kitchen & dining – Seats **up to 16 guests** for family meals
✔ 🎱 Pool table – Enjoy friendly competition with family and friends
✔ 🌄 Spacious covered deck – Outdoor relaxation with easy access to nature
✔ 🔥 Charcoal grill & fire pit – Gather around for **s’mores and stargazing** with built-in wood benches
✔ 🚂 Great Smoky Mountains Railroad bedroom** – Perfect for the kiddos! Best room for families with young children

The Historic Ol’ Gun Range Cabin | A Cozy 3-Bedroom Retreat

Once a shooting range and training facility, this one-of-a-kind Bryson City cabin rental has been transformed into a charming and secluded mountain escape. Located just 100 yards up the hill from The Hive Lodge, it offers privacy while still being part of Wesser Creek Village.

Cabin Features

✔ 🏕 3 bedrooms & 2 full baths
✔ 🍳 Fully equipped kitchen – Everything you need for home-cooked meals
✔ 🪵 Authentic mountain great room – Featuring tongue-and-groove walls, ceilings, and rustic decor
✔ 📺 55” Smart TV with satellite
✔ 🏔 Stone entryway & handcrafted woodwork
✔ 🧺 Laundry room – Previously the ammunitions storage room, now a convenient feature for guests
✔ 🌳 Secluded courtyard – Formerly a target practice area, now a peaceful outdoor space
✔ 🫧 Outdoor hot tub – Relax under the stars
✔ 🔥 Charcoal grill, fire pit, and picnic table – Enjoy outdoor dining and fireside gatherings
✔ 🏕 Hammocks & shaded seating areas – Perfect for relaxing in nature

Why Guests Love Wesser Creek Village

❤️‍🔥 Spacious & Thoughtfully Designed for Large Groups – Unlike other rentals, we don’t overcrowd our spaces. Every guest has room to relax, spread out, and enjoy the property.
❤️‍🔥 Unbeatable Mountain Views – Enjoy sunrises over Waterrock Knob, year-round views of Newfound Gap, and a direct line of sight to Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
❤️‍🔥 Locally Crafted Decor & Furniture – Many pieces throughout the cabins are handmade by the owners, ensuring a truly authentic Smoky Mountain experience
❤️‍🔥 Seclusion & Privacy – 1.5 miles up a gravel road, this is a true escape from the hustle and bustle Let the ambient sounds of the creek and the fresh mountain air provide the peace and relaxation you’ve been looking for
❤️‍🔥 Accessibility-Friendly Accommodations at The Hive Lodge – While not ADA-certified, we offer wide doorways, step-free entrances on each level, and stand-up showers for mobility ease

Explore the Best of the Smokies

Located between Bryson City and Cherokee, NC, Wesser Creek Village is the perfect home base for your Smoky Mountain adventure. Whether you’re planning a family reunion, a group getaway, or a peaceful retreat, you’ll be minutes away from some of the top attractions in the region.

Nearby Attractions:

- 🏙 Bryson City – 15 miles
- 🎰 Harrah’s Cherokee Casino – 12 miles
- 🏞 Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Deep Creek Entrance) – 17 miles
- 🚂 Great Smoky Mountains Railroad & Polar Express – 15 miles
- 🌊 Nantahala Gorge & Whitewater Rafting – 26 miles
- 🎓 Western Carolina University – 14 miles
- 🏍 Tail of the Dragon Scenic Drive – 55 miles
- 🏰 Asheville & The Biltmore Estate – 55 miles

Book Your Stay at Wesser Creek Village

Whether you’re searching for a Bryson City cabin rental for large families, a secluded Smoky Mountain retreat, or a pet-friendly cabin near Cherokee, NC, Wesser Creek Village is ready to welcome you.

📞 Have questions? Call or text us – we’re happy to help make your Smoky Mountain getaway unforgettable!

Property manager

Brian

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 11 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Fishing 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: 9000 sq ft (836 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

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Map
Whittier, NC

What's nearby

  • Smoky Mountain Country Club - 9 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Sequoyah National Golf Club - 20 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 23 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 23 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 25 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 151 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪La Poblana - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wesser Creek Village - 2 Cabins | Large Family Retreat in the Smokies pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wesser Creek Village - 2 Cabins | Large Family Retreat in the Smokies?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wesser Creek Village - 2 Cabins | Large Family Retreat in the Smokies?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wesser Creek Village - 2 Cabins | Large Family Retreat in the Smokies located?

This family-friendly Whittier vacation home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Smoky Mountain Country Club. Tuckasegee River and Sequoyah National Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Wesser Creek Village - 2 Cabins | Large Family Retreat in the Smokies Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 14 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great and accommodating and clean
We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

William P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Reunion
Enjoyed stay. Great location and lots of things to see and do nearby. There was plenty of room for family reunion of 20+ guests. Host was responsive. Would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time of rest and relaxation
The cleanest inside home we have ever stayed especially for the size. Nice cooking pots & pans with a wonderful dining space. Lovely space to hang out with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent getaway
We stayed at Wesser Creek Village with our College and Youth Groups from our church and it had all space our group needed. It was a great place for our group to connect and spend much needed time together. Everything was perfect. Had enough spacious rooms for everyone, well stocked kitchen, games and activities for them to do and keep them entertained. Brian was an excellent host and took great care of us. Thank you for a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

2/10 Terrible

Melissa H.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Very old and run down.
This rental was very old and dirty. The outside coming in was a dead bird in front of the door the porch was very dirty. The inside was outdated and in need of a remodel. The cost to rent this was excessive for what we received.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic, spacious mountain property
We were happy with our stay at the Wesser Creek Village. We loved the spacious entertaining area and open concept and that we could comfortably fit multiple families with small children in the same house. While we did not utilize the second property it was nice to have the option. We enjoyed the outdoor firepit next to the creek and the serenity of the property. I think the online description of the property is fairly accurate but we were disappointed that there were no Christmas decorations although it was stated that there would be. Overall, great property and highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connor J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
The property itself was amazing with lots of amenities. It was more remote than I thought, which I absolutely loved! Owner was awesome and easy to work with and quick to respond. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

marilyn b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family camp
Love plenty of bedrooms love large gathering spaces love play field. All will gain muscles conquering the steep terrain between cabins
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large property, reasonable price
Our family of 30 people of all ages really enjoyed our stay. There are 11 bedrooms which worked out great. The kids loved the two gigantic game rooms with pool table, ping pong table, poker and large screen TV’s. The property is located high up a mountain so you have lots of privacy. The property is rustic but is a good bargain for so many people.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Solitude
Brian & Sarah described the house exactly as it was. They were very helpful in giving accurate directions to the house. As well as to the local area. Once we arrived they were able to answer any questions that came up. The 2 houses were clean and the property well kept. What surprised me was the small mountain streams on each side of the house. Where you could sit outside and enjoy the sound of the water and wildlife.Everyone enjoyed their stay there. We had a large family there and we didn’t feel as though we were on top of one another. Very spacious house. The scenery is gorgeous in that area. And the Cherokee Reservation is just a short 30 minute drive away. Gatlinburg is about an hour and a half drive over the mountain range from there. Lots of wildlife to see on that drive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Four generations gathered for Polar Express - Our experience here was a roaring SUCCESS!!!
PERFECT in every way!! We had both the HIVE and the OLD GUN LODGE. These beautiful locations homed 26 of us plus one very exhausted Pug for 5 days. Everyone had there own space. There was tons to do both inside and out without ever getting in our vehicles. Kudos Brian & Sarah!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tom L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent retreat location
This is an outstanding location for a small-to-medium sized group retreat. Absolutely perfect for our group. The turn off the paved road caught us a little off guard (it was at night!) but the Hive and Ol' Gun Range were amazing. Beautiful, quiet, plenty to do without going anywhere. Only two suggestions: Better darts, and a larger grill/charcoal bin would be helpful. Website info was extremely detailed and easy to access.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for family reunion!
Large family of adults and kids aged 1-10. Close to Deep Creek for tubing, hiking, and splashing in water! Our crew really enjoyed the open layout of the dining, kitchen, and rec room. Plenty of space to cook a big meal and play indoors and out. One concern was the steepness and a couple rough patches on the gravel driveway. It was listed in the description, but we were still a little surprised by it. Recommend 4 wheel drive or an SUV. Thank you Brian & Sarah for a comfortable home to enjoy time with family. Looking forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highschool Buddies Reunion
We had a great time. The house is spacious and has many amenities. In the area we played golf, went trout fishing, hiking, and embellished our Highschool adventures. Good times.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022