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Breath taking views at riverfront home with game room & fireplace, dog-friendly

Riverfront vacation home with kitchen and patio

Big Lodge on the River offers a tranquil retreat in Waynesville, North Carolina. Enjoy an outdoor fireplace and expansive deck with barbecue grills perfect for family gatherings or challenge your loved ones to a game of chess, pool, or foosball.

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5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 155722 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Pet friendly
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

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About this property

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

Breath taking views at 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.

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 amenities

Internet

Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

DVD player
TV
Video library

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

Billiards/pool table
Foosball table
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Horseback riding 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: 5,722 square feet

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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

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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

Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 16 min drive - 9.6 miles
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 16 min drive - 9.0 miles
Cataloochee Ski Area - 24 min drive - 12.6 miles
Wheels Through Time Museum - 26 min drive - 15.1 miles
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 27 min drive - 15.3 miles

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min drive
‪Ben’s Backdraft BBQ - ‬14 min drive
‪Haywood 209 Cafe - ‬8 min drive
‪Burger King - ‬14 min drive
‪Blue Ghost Outpost - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Breath taking views at riverfront home with game room & fireplace, dog-friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Breath taking views at 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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Breath taking views at riverfront home with game room & fireplace, dog-friendly Reviews

5.6

5.4

Cleanliness

10

Location

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6/10 Okay

Michael B.

Nov 29, 2023

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.

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4/10 Poor

Ashley C.

Sep 19, 2024

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!

2/10 Terrible

Benjamin M.

Jan 19, 2024

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

4/10 Poor

Brooke K., Gilbert, SC

Dec 7, 2023

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

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8/10 Good

Laura R.

Aug 18, 2024

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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4/10 Poor

Thomas B.

May 11, 2024

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.

Dec 27, 2023

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.

6/10 Okay

Jack C., FORT MYERS

Oct 16, 2023

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

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