Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express!
Apartment in Bryson City, NC
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
About this apartment rental
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.
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.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Bryson City, NC
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
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!!
5.0 / 5.0
The best stay I’ve ever had on Bryson City!
4.0 / 5.0
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.
5.0 / 5.0
Clean, comfy and great location in downtown Bryson City
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing
4.0 / 5.0
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.
5.0 / 5.0
We really enjoyed staying at Island Hideaway. Very clean and close to everything. Will definitely stay there again.
5.0 / 5.0
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.
5.0 / 5.0
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!
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect spot for a girls weekend! Loved the proximity to shops, coffee/restaurants, museums! Very clean too!
5.0 / 5.0
Loved this cozy spot. It was right in the heart of downtown Bryson City. Will definitely look to come back and stay here again!
5.0 / 5.0
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.
5.0 / 5.0
Place to hang clothes in bedrooms, a shower in other bathroom, ice maker, sound proof walls between apartments …
5.0 / 5.0
Very clean, super comfortable beds and convenient to walking to restaurants and shops!
5.0 / 5.0
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!
5.0 / 5.0
Had a good time everyone in town was very friendly and helpful.
5.0 / 5.0
I would give this 10 stars if I could. We loved Bryson City & the Island Street Highway. YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!
5.0 / 5.0
Apartment was like new. Had everything we needed. Host was very friendly.
5.0 / 5.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this property. Perfect location to everything in town. We literally walked everywhere because it was so close and convenient. The apartment itself was beautiful. Love all the natural wood. Was very clean. Beds are extremely comfortable. My only small complaint is that the walls are thin and you can hear every conversation the office next door is having. Other than that, everything was perfect. We would definitely stay here again.
3.0 / 5.0
Right downtown and walking to cute shops, coffee, and a great breakfast option right around the corner. The negatives were no windows so it felt sort of dark, and the morning noise on a weekday in the business next door very early was not desirable. You could hear every word of every conversation. The cabin may not have been rented in a while and therefore not cleaned before arrival, the bathrooms had spider webs, dust, and the toilet and shower had rings. The coffee creamer was also expired.
FAQs
How much does this apartment cost compared to others in Bryson City?
The average price for a rental in Bryson City is $253 per night. This rental is $30 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this apartment?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this apartment?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this apartment is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Downtown Bryson City 2 Bedroom Apartment, Perfect for Polar Express!?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and dishwasher.
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