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Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express!

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A short walk from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express! has plenty to offer.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available

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About this property

Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express!

  • This new, den-style, 2 bedroom apartment is in the heart of Bryson City making it easy to walk to all restaurants & breweries downtown as well as The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad (Perfect for Polar Express!). The space is accessible to all of downtown yet tucked away and private. The apartment features an open space living perfect for watching TV, gathering together to play cards, and sharing meals. Both bedrooms feature queen beds with cotton bedding. The full bathroom has a with tub/shower combo while the half bath is suited with large vanity. The kitchen is fully stocked and features a refrigerator, microwave, stovetop, toaster, and coffeemaker (with local coffee provided).
    Island Street is in Downtown Bryson City behind Everett Street (the main street with shops and restaurants) and you will be walking distance to all shops, restaurants, breweries, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, and Island Park. The Tuckasegee River is also a neighbor to the apartment where you may fish (with permit) and kayak/tube through town. A Friday farmer's market takes place in a small park, next to the Bryson City Aquarium, a short walk away from the space

    The apartment does not allow pets.

    Free street parking available for apartment guests.

    Guests will have access to entire unit. The apartment sits between an art gallery and small office. Please expect some street noise.

    To ensure you have a comfortable experience, we provide a starter supply of the following items:
    Trash Bags
    Laundry Detergent
    Dishwasher Pods
    Paper Towels
    Toilet Paper
    Toiletries
    Coffee
    Firewood
    Propane for the gas grill
    Please note that these supplies are intended to get you started and may not be sufficient for your entire stay. You may need to purchase additional supplies depending on the length of your stay and your usage needs. We suggest you visit the grocery store before arriving at your cabin. Bryson City’s main grocery store, Ingles, closes at 10pm most of the year but may close earlier in the Winter months.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED AT THIS PROPERTY

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children Allowed

Events

No events allowed
No Events Allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No Events Allowed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
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.

About the area

Downtown Bryson City, a neighbourhood in Bryson City, is home to this apartment. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine and Oconaluftee Indian Village. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Visit our Bryson City travel guide
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • A river flowing through a forested valley with large rocks in the water.
    Tuckasegee River
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A steam locomotive numbered 1702 with smoke billowing from its chimney, surrounded by autumnal trees.
    Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Wild Fern
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    10 min walk
  • Bryson City Brewing
    6 min walk
  • McDonald's
    10 min walk
  • Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits
    8 min walk
  • Arby's
    11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express! located?

Located in Downtown Bryson City, this apartment building is steps away from Tuckasegee River and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Great Smoky Mountains National Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the rustic decor. Room was clean easy access to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amenities were good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Close to everything, and right in the center of town. Very very attentive and friendly staff as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for walking around town
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place and perfect location!

Very clean, super comfortable beds and convenient to walking to restaurants and shops!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, cozy, easy to find, and very VERY close to everything! We really enjoyed walking up and down the street, shopping, and all of the coffee, food, and sweets around us! Thank you for hosting!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Clean, comfy and great location in downtown Bryson City
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Perfect spot for a girls weekend! Loved the proximity to shops, coffee/restaurants, museums! Very clean too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Trip

We really enjoyed staying at Island Hideaway. Very clean and close to everything. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mother/ 2 daughters weekend. Wonderful A location! Easy check in & especially , out. Nice furnishings. So close to train. Ramp to get in. Only thing to be careful about is the 1 parking space. Its tight for large vehicle but very manageable. I had 2 or 3 minor sufgestions and the owners thanked me very much and i felt great about being able to share my thoughts. Everything was minor, just an easy upgrade to share. Im a Senior w recent surgeries. It was exactly what we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We loved our rental! It was clean and very well taken care of. We were a little worried about no windows, but it was PERFECT!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Property & Terrific Management

We absolutely loved staying here! It was perfect for me, my husband, and our two young children! It was right next to everything, it was clean, and management was easy to get ahold of (I couldn’t figure out how to turn the fireplace on). I highly recommend this property and will be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Property was exactly what we needed. Walking distance to SMRR, restaurants and shopping. Clean and cozy. Beds were firm and comfortable. Everything you need except food included. Avsolutely loved it and would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The heart of Bryson City

You’d never guess this is a VRBO but it is right in the heart of it all. We walked to breakfast and dinner each day at Everett’s Diner and bought t-shirts from the HD outpost. We also enjoyed coffee and donuts at Honey Bear cupcakery. The unit was clean and provided everything we needed. Perfect for a small family or great for a couple’s getaway. Also close to NOC where we rafted down the Nantahala River. Can’t say enough about this town and the “cabin”. We’ll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

2 day stay

We had a nice time and the space was nice and clean. We weren't fans of no windows. We arrived later in the evening due to travel delays and we were hungry. We found there was nothing in the town open. Resturants and bars close at 8 pm or earlier, stores close at around 5 or 6. The space itself was nice, the town left us looking for things to do. If we would return we'd look for a space with windows. We did have a lovely couple days tho as we walked during the day to the different shops and brewerys.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This little gem was in a great location. Walked everywhere! It is accessible. The beds were comfortable. The towels were so fluffy! Water pressure was good in the shower and toilets. Lighting was good. Didn't get to try out the fireplace since it was not cold while we were there, but that looks like it would be a great addition to the experience in late fall or winter. Would definitely stay here again! Layout of space was great. Plenty of drawers for storage. No hanging storage but we didn't need it. Checkout was easy. Wish we'd had the time to add on another day. There is a little dog you can hear barking, but only if he hears you. I heard him in the shower...but not anywhere else, so the space was pretty quiet. The ROKU TV is in the living room and has lots of options for movies, shows, music, etc... There are no TV's in the bedrooms, but you don't need them.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and very clean

Great location and very clean. Easy to communicate with owners. Once we were there, I was less comfortable with staying there. I had read that the place had no windows and wasn't worried about that but then realized that this meant that there was only one point of egress (the front door) in the event of a fire. This is actually illegal in most states and in reading North Carolina building code, I am not clear if having 2 bedrooms without a second point of egress is up to code (it seems like the code in NC is quite complicated)--I certainly makes me uncomfortable. It seemed like there were some corners cut in regards to drywall (e.g., they didn't actually tape and mud the two pieces of drywall together, just painted in between). It makes me worry about any other corners that could have been cut to turn a profit. (this also could have been a stylistic element, however). The wifi also didn't work very well (we ended up turning off the wifi and using our own data). The place was very clean, well located, and I admit I am very risk-adverse and so read this review with those things in mind. I would consider staying here again but would would look at properties first before making a decision.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient location. There are no windows.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Easy walking to anything in downtown Bryson City and less than a 10 minute drive to Deep Creek area of GSMNP.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love love love this place

The best stay I’ve ever had on Bryson City!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location downtown

Loved this cozy spot. It was right in the heart of downtown Bryson City. Will definitely look to come back and stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean and quiet

Had a good time everyone in town was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Walking distance to everything in downtown. We plan to take a return trip to Bryson City next December and plan to stay at Island Street Hideaway again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location to everything.

Apartment was like new. Had everything we needed. Host was very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
While there are no windows to the property for natural light and outlets are missing at key spots like beside the bed, this is a FANTASTIC place to stay. Very clean. Amazing location. Great customer service. I would highly recommended this place. Easy walk to downtown Bryson and the railroad. I can’t wait to be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025