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Ship Shak on the River

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Property grounds
Outdoor dining
WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 217 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Water view
    Water view

About this property

Entire place

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

Ship Shak on the River

Stay “inside the box", at our unique 20' shipping container. This studio space boasts gorgeous sweeping views of the Tuckasegee river. You may not want to leave the sounds and views of the river, even with charming downtown Bryson City less than one mile away and the entrance to the Great Smokies National Park with its walking trails and waterfalls only minutes away!

Set on a beautiful river view property, our Shipping Container Studio home is the perfect location for your Bryson City getaway. Watch the river go by from the comfortable chairs on the covered porch or fire pit area. The Great Smoky Mountains train, a scenic passenger train ride, also passes by a couple of times per day!

Step inside the Ship Shak to discover a well appointed space, while small, has all the touches you expect: a queen bed, kitchenette, flat screen internet TV, and a spacious bathroom with a shower.

What to Bring:
Firewood
charcoal
coffee for drip coffee pot
coffee condiments

*We provide a starter amount of toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags etc. These are meant to last a day or two. If you're booking a longer stay, you will want to bring more of these items.

* The kitchenette is equipped with dishes, utensils toaster oven, microwave, hot plate and some cookware.

*New queen mattress installed January 2023:)

*Updated hot system as of Spring 2023 to provide longer showers ;)

The best way to be in touch with us is through the platform messaging center, but we are available via text or phone. Access for the Ship Shak Container home is through keypad door lock and allows for check in after hours.

Ship Shak is located in the town of Bryson City but feels more remote and removed from town life. You have access to Deep Creek, which is part of the Smoky Mountains National Park, in minutes. AND! this location is less than a mile to the heart of downtown Bryson City. It's really the best of both worlds! The house is located on the Tuckaseegee River with the Smoky Mountain Scenic Railroad and Old River Road fronting the property. Guests enjoy watching the tourist train pass by, especially in November and December when it's decorated for the Polar Express! Old River road is also a great resource offering prime river access or take a leisure walk down the long dirt road!

Getting Around: We recommend driving. Biking and walking into town are options. Be aware that there are not sidewalks between the house and town. However, people do walk this section along the side of the road. Traffic can be heavy along this stretch of road and the side of the road isn't well maintained.

1. We have smart television which allows you to login to your favorite internet streaming provider. We do provide You Tube TV service or you can watch the TV Plus app for free without a login.
2. We do allow 1 dog for a fee. Please read and adhere to our pet rules while staying in our house. Once you add your dog to the guest count, the pet fee will be displayed in the summary of charges. We have strick pet rules: No dogs on the furniture/bed(s) for any reason. No dogs running loose on our property. Pickup dog waste. Hair found on furniture or in linens will incur an addition charge beyond the pet fee.
3. The kitchenette has a microwave, toaster oven and hot plate for cooking inside. The fire pit area outside contains a small charcoal grill and grilling grate that swings over the fire pit for cooking. You'll just need to bring along charcoal and firewood to complete the experience!
4. The Great Smoky Mountains railway runs in front of the property. This is a scenic tourist train that runs during the day/evening/early night and is a big reason why people visit Bryson City. It does not run during the night when people generally are sleeping.
5. There are two other vacation rental dwellings on this property. Each house has its own private outdoor space.

Traveling with others? Check out our other homes located on this property.
*Time Flies on The River
and
*Rivers Edge

Looking for something within walking distance to Town? Check out our downtown properties:
*Bryson City Tiny House
*The Bryson City Flat
*City View

Property manager

Lisa

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Rafting 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

General

  • Unit size: 180 sq ft (17 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

orp5b5e262x

About the neighborhood

Map
Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Island Park - 4 min walk
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 11 min walk
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 12 min walk
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 13 min walk
  • The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Poblana - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ship Shak on the River pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ship Shak on the River?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ship Shak on the River?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ship Shak on the River located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Tuckasegee River and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Island Park and Nantahala Brewing Company are also within 15 minutes.

Ship Shak on the River Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Hal H., Simpsonville, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Convenient Overnighter
Needed a place for an overnight stay near the Nantahala River. Pretty quite but very close to shops and restaurants with a view of the Tuck river. Clean, Good supplies, Good lighting inside and out. Plenty of electric outlets for charging electronics. Good Wifi. Enough room for one person but a little tight for two unless you just need a quick and clean overnighter.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lianne P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect crash pad!
Quiet, clean, and cozy! Exactly what we needed for a night in Bryson City.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was so cozy!!!
The Ship Shak was exactly as described ! We loved it and would definitely recommend it’
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathryn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic getaway!
The cabin is small but cozy, ideal for a single person or couple. It was amazingly quiet; I don't think I heard any sounds of civilization except for the sound of the tourist train (daytime only) and a couple of cars driving on a nearby gravel road, yet the town is only a mile away. There is a full-sized shower. The only downside I found is that the mini-fridge does not have a freezer if you want ice, which is a pretty minor inconvenience. r
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Independence Day
Great stay for a long weekend. Will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miranda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relation
We enjoyed our time spent staying at the ship shak! It was all we needed for a perfect, unforgettable relaxing and quiet weekend from our daily busy lives. We highly recommend staying at this location. The view of the river is great and it’s so cool seeing the great Smokey mountain train go by the shak! The outdoor fire pit is great and we put it to use every night. The inside of the ship shak was very up to date and clean. It was so close to town and very convenient to go get what we needed during our stay. If you’re going to Bryson City you mist experience staying here! We loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went for the Polar Express. Train runs right by the location, so it added to the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Perfect for what we needed for overnight stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet little spot
Close to Bryson City activities. Cute property for a short stay, would probably want something a little larger for a longer stay. Well appointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023