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🦬 Bison Overlook Lodge... on a 65 Acre Bison Ranch!

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Children's area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8172 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

🦬 Bison Overlook Lodge... on a 65 Acre Bison Ranch!

Truly, Buffalo roam on this private 65 acre little piece of heaven tucked away in the mountains. Whether watching the sunrise over the mountain peaks while the Smoky Mountains clear up for a beautiful day, or setting your sights on our herd of buffalo coming for their morning oats. You will not be disappointed while you are enjoying a hot cup of coffee or cocoa on our large back deck of a gorgeous log cabin!

If you are looking for a quiet 'get away from it all' retreat, this is it! Enjoy long hikes on the property, fishing within walking distance from the log cabin or take a trip into town to do some shopping or antiquing.

Children will love the hike through the woods to the brand new play area, The BC Corral! This custon designed area has everything from swings, zip line, slides, teeter totter, cargo nets, rock wall & even a horse shoe pit for the adults! The kids will love it here!

A vacation at the Bison Overlook Lodge is surely one that your family will always enjoy looking back on!

We are pet friendly, size doesn't matter!

Please call Cheryl to answer any additional questions about Bison Overlook Lodge!

Our other cabins:
Tatonka Lodge,sleeps 14- VRBO # 163324
Timber Hollow, sleeps 10 - VRBO # 581708
Bison Escape, sleeps 8
Seaboard Coast Line #0887, sleeps 5
Seaboard Coast Line #0843, sleeps 5
Buffalo Bungalow, sleeps 2 - VRBO # 409851

Buffalo Creek Vacations, NC

Fun things to do: Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, Biltmore Estate, Ghost Town, hiking at Chimney Rock, tubing at Deep Creek, Fun Factory, Indoor skydiving, visit the Elk in Cataloochee Park, Great Smoky Mountain National Park, take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Casino in Cherokee, slide down the rocks at Sliding Rock in the Pisgah National Forest, downhill skiing, snowboarding & tubing at Cataloochee Ski Resort, golf at Waynesville Country Club, Maggie Valley Country Club or Ironduff Golf Course!

Keywords: Log Cabin

Property manager

Cheryl Hillis

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,855 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: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Clyde, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 16 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 17 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 25 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 27 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Cataloochee Valley - 41 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sherrill's Pioneer Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ferguson Supply - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blue Rooster Southern Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ammons' Drive Inn & Dairy Bar - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🦬 Bison Overlook Lodge... on a 65 Acre Bison Ranch! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 🦬 Bison Overlook Lodge... on a 65 Acre Bison Ranch!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🦬 Bison Overlook Lodge... on a 65 Acre Bison Ranch!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 🦬 Bison Overlook Lodge... on a 65 Acre Bison Ranch! located?

Located in Clyde, this family-friendly cabin is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Pigeon River, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Haywood County Public Library and Blue Ridge Health - Haywood. Waynesville Recreation Center and Queen's Farm Stables are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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🦬 Bison Overlook Lodge... on a 65 Acre Bison Ranch! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 118 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 133 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Ranch and Staff
Very quiet and peaceful property. It was fun to see all of the animals and to be able to touch and feed some. Cabin was nice and supplied with lots of equipment for cooking etc. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience
We had a wonderful time at the bison overlook lodge, the family really enjoyed all the animals it was great
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location!
Amazing service - beautiful cabins- location is perfect! Very clean! Management is super great quick to help and respond,
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jack T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay!
Very unique cabin experience! Family and pet friendly. Enjoyed watching the animals (especially the cute little goats). Recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

TONYA C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bison overlook lodge
Cabin was very clean. Kitchen well stocked with cooking supplies. Sheets and bedding very clean and nice. Plenty of space on deck and the sunrise view was phenomenal in the mornings.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M., Iowa City, IA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely time at Bison Overlook Lodge
My family of five (plus one golden retriever) enjoyed our time at this perfectly rustic mountain retreat. We built a fire every night and the kids loved getting up close with the animals. The nearby town of Waynesville has everything you need, including dog-friendly restaurants! We spent a couple days in Asheville, and even made the trek to Dollywood.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We'll be back !!!
We 'll be back as soon as possible. It was perfect weekend getaway. Awesome setting with everything you need . If you have little kids ,this is the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay for kids & adults
Bison Overlook was the perfect size for our family of 6! The cabin had plenty to do for the kids inside and out. The swinging bed in the master was really neat! Beautiful views of mountains, bison, and other farm animals from nearly every window in the cabin! Hot tub & fire pit were great. Communication was fantastic as well! We all really enjoyed our stay and look forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leigh R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
We had such a nice relaxing time here. The cabin is beautiful, spotless and very well appointed. The view from the back deck is magnificent and made better by the buffalo, miniature horses, goats, turkey and alpacas. This is a truly relaxing place to stay. We would come back any time we could. We enjoyed playing pool, foosball, air hockey, tabletop shuffleboard and soaking in the hot tub too. Very pleased with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anthony W., Lake Leelanau

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Ranch Stay
We traveled from Northetn Michigan to the beautiful Bison Overlook cabin! What a treat!! Cheryl the owner was great to work with, the working farm was so much fun for the kids to expwrience, and Bison feeding in mornings were great! Plus they cool great on the grill. Can’t wait to be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery H., Bostic, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation & Renewal
Came to Buffalo Creek for WNCC Annual Conference of United Methodist Denomination for work and holy conferencing and came away rested and renewed because of your wonderful ranch and home. Thank you Jeff & Cheryl for a beautiful experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you!
We had a great time! The animals were fun to feed and watch. We enjoyed the beautiful views, exploring the surrounding areas and coming home each day to the cabin and relaxing on the porches. Our hosts were very friendly and helpful! We look forward to returning again soon! Sincerely, Stacy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Christi O.

Great family vacation!
We had a great stay at Bison Overlook Lodge. The cabin was wonderful and the kids really enjoyed the "private" kids playground, the game room in the basement and all the animals on the ranch. We loved taking advantage of the Kids Ski Free program during the week at Cataloochee Ski Resort as well. Cheryl was easy to work with and answered all of our questions very promptly. The adults loved the hot tub. A very nice place to unwind and relax - we would highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carrie f.

Our new family tradition!
We LOVED Buffalo Creek and can't wait to come back! It is beautiful and we made so many great memories in just a few days. My kids are already asking when we can come back. Buffalo Creek will certainly become our new family tradition. I wouldn't think of staying anywhere else. Thanks for the beautiful memories that I will store up and cherish always!

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location for Making Family Memories
We rented the Bison Overlook Cabin for our family on the weekend my son got married at Palmer's Chapel. Cheryl was great to work with and always responded to any questions I had super quick.When we weren't doing wedding stuff my grand kids (5 and 3) had tons of fun things to do. Buffalo Creek is family owned/run and they made me feel like family. I want to go back and stay when we aren't so busy so I can truly enjoy everything they have to offer. We definitely made a lot of happy family memories!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Family Vacation 6/4/16-6/9/16
Our family vacation at Bison Overlook was AWESOME!!! The cabin was beautiful and fit our family nicely. We enjoyed everything about the location especially the great surprise of the animals. We had our little grandson with us and he fell in love with the animals. We most definitely will stay here again if given the chance. I highly recommend Bison Overlook to everyone. Cheryl was such a great person to deal with and helped with any needs we had. Thank you for allowing us the opportunity to experience such a wonderful vacation area!!

10/10 Excellent

Lynsey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Experience!
We have stayed in many different cabins over the years but our experience at this property was the best of all! We stayed at Bison Lodge and our backyard was full of farm animals that we just fell in love with. The mini horses and baby goats were our favorites and we loved being able to feed them, hold the baby goats, and ride the mini horses. The back porch has a gorgeous view of the mountains and we loved just watching the bison roam and graze. We loved just exploring the property and enjoying the views. The playground was so much for the kids. They loved the pool table, air hockey, and foosball table inside our cabin, too! The cabin was very clean and as Floridians we appreciated that the drive up to the cabin wasn't scary! The road to the cabin is paved and it's easy to get in and out of the parking area. We would love to visit here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

J W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a Gem!
Our family spent a week enjoying every bit of the rental house & property surrounding it! Cheryl, the property manager, was AMAZING - very attentive, helpful (we needed an extra high chair and she came through quickly), and kind. Any questions or concerns we had, Cheryl and her crew were quick to respond and manage. Everyone who works at Buffalo Creek is friendly and sweet! Our very young kids LOVED the animals and ability to see them multiple times a day + the playground nearby. The view is fantastic, the house is well-stocked (plus added bonus of toys & baby/child gear and a dog crate), and everything was clean and welcoming! We will be recommending this location to anyone heading to the area and would love to visit again! Thanks to Buffalo Creek Rentals, Cheryl, and all we encountered!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A great place for a peaceful getaway
I booked the Bison Overlook Lodge for three nights as a treat for visiting family from the UK. This was their first trip to America and I wanted them to experience the mountains and to see why we love it and North Carolina so much. This was the first time we had booked a cabin like this and I’m so pleased we did. My family loved it there and it was also centrally located to places we wanted to visit. The cabin has everything you could wish for during your stay. Fully functioning kitchen, games room in the basement, hot tub outside, fire pit and a cupboard full of baby equipment for the little legs in your family. Oh, and I mustn’t forget the swing bed ☺. There were lots of goats and a couple of pigmy horses surrounding the cabin along with Bison not far away in another field. My husband and I will definitely be coming back for another (and longer) stay and my family go away with great memories.

10/10 Excellent

Kristianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Stay!
We stayed at the Overlook Lodge for Christmas — and it was one of the best times we had together! A real one of a kind stay. Lodge was spacious, clean, with good-sized bedrooms, and the amenities were a real plus. A wonderfully set up Christmas tree was a great touch! And the fully equipped kitchen made cooking Christmas dinner (and grilling) a breeze. The lodge is also pet friendly which we were really grateful about. Getting a chance to see the goats, mini ponies, and bison everyday made this an unforgettable Christmas for sure. Sunrises at the lodge with a cup of coffee was just the ticket! Just 40 minutes from Asheville and 1.5 hour drive to Pigeon Forge, the lodge was a good central point to explore other towns and the great outdoors. Just to note, the pine flooring between the levels are not fully insulated so noise transfers easily. If you’re a light sleeper, I would highly recommend bringing ear plugs. Overall, I’d definitely recommend booking this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vaca
What a great spring break vacation. It was my husband, son (11), our dog and myself. The cabin was very nice and spacious. We loved the game rooms downstairs where my son and I would team up to try and beat dad. The hot tub was very nice to relax in. My son and I have sensitive skin and usually break out from others hot tubs but our skin had no negative reactions which was amazing. We loved walking the trails especially our dog and the walking sticks on the front porch were a major plus. Our dog loves to hike and she was so curious about the other animals except the turkey she didn't know what to think of it and it's gobble. We learned a lot about the bison. And what an experience it was to watch them eat and hear some great facts about them. Found some goodies in the shop as well. Everyone we encountered were so friendly we felt as ease just enjoying everything. We stayed in bison overlook and it was nice to look out in the afternoon and see them on the top of the hill eating grass and having fun. Keep in mind that the cabin is just that so you can hear everything especially if you're walking around upstairs but we really enjoyed the place. Can't wait to come back and hopefully with more family in tow.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No complaints at all
Great location, beautiful property
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Place to Relax! Kid Friendly!!
We absolutely loved everything about this property. It was perfect for our young kids! They loved seeing the bison feed and especially loved Dory the baby goat and Pumpkin the Turkey! We hiked to the playground and loved exploring! Cheryl was great and very responsive! The kids loved the bunk beds and the basement was stocked full of games! Pool table, air hockey, kids toys and more! The hot tub was clean! And was a nice place to relax when kids were in bed! I highly recommend this for a family friendly vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan R., Crestwood, KY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family vacation!
We could not have had a better experience! From the impeccable cabin to the phenomenal views, we knew immediately that this was a special place. There were thoughtful touches everywhere. . .our kids loved the Smore basket and coloring books! The playground through the woods, the tire swing and the tetherball were fun daytime adventures. We loved being able to purchase farm fresh eggs and bison (best chili we have ever made). With all of this said, the staff made our trip. Huge thanks to Dennis for going above and beyond to let our kiddos have several amazing experiences with all of your animals. They will forever remember this trip and my oldest is constantly asking for a goat (she named the baby goat Darla)!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
We had a great time at this cabin. We were very surprised when we got there to see that we had a beautiful mountain view! The view wasn't really shown in any of the pictures, but it was beautiful and the top is in the perfect location to view it. We loved seeing all the animals and enjoyed the peace and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020