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Tatonka Lodge: 2 master suites on a bison ranch

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Pool
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Clyde, NC
  • Place, Pigeon River
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Cataloochee Valley
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the area

Clyde

A family-friendly stay in Clyde awaits you at this cabin. You'll be 23.1 km (14.4 mi) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and cabin features a washing machine, 3 bathrooms and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A balcony, in-room jetted baths and a sofa bed are also available.
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Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Haywood 209 Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sherrill's Pioneer Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Ammons' Drive In and Dairy Bar - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Tatonka Lodge: 2 master suites on a bison ranch

Summary:

Looking to get away to the mountains with your family? Tatonka Lodge is the perfect choice for large families, or groups, traveling together!

Our log cabin is located in the Smoky Mountains on a 65 acre buffalo ranch. Come enjoy Gods country!



The Space:

Enjoy viewing our buffalo when you drive in or stop by in the morning at feeding time! The cabin is over 3500 square feet, plenty of room for everyone to spread out. So, whether you are looking to hit the slopes at Cataloochee Ski Resort in Maggie Valley (only 12 miles away) or visit the Biltmore Estate in Asheville (only 30 minutes), there is plenty for everyone to do in The Great Smoky Mountains!



Tatonka Lodge, (Indian word for buffalo), is ideal for large families vacationing together because we have 2 master suites which each have private doors leading to the back deck with a fantastic mountain view.



Once inside, you will be in awe of the huge stone fireplace in the great room, surrounded by plenty of seating area for a large group. Also, rest assured the children will be well entertained downstairs in the game room where we have a life size chess set, pool table, air hockey, ping pong & foosball. Also enjoy an evening in our 8 person hot tub out back!



Bedroom #1 = King log bed

Bedroom #2 = King log bed

Bedroom #3 = Queen log bed

Bedroom #4 = Twin covered wagon bed & twin over full bunk bed

Loft= 2 full size futon beds



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



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



We are pet friendly, size doesn't matter!



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!



We hope many wonderful memories will be made while vacationing at Tatonka Lodge!



Please call Cheryl for more information about Tatonka Lodge. Also, more photos can be viewed of the property & large playground



Guest Access:

Hiking trails, seeing the bison, llamas, goats, mini horses. There is a shared playground, picnic area, horse shoes, tire swing & tether ball!



The Neighborhood:

On a 65 acre bison ranch. Can hike around & see:

bison, llamas, alpacas, mini horses, goats.



Also have a playground, tire swing & tetherball.



Getting Around:

Conveniently located just 4 miles off of I-40



Other Things to Note:

Check in is 4:00 pm

Check out is 11:00 am



We are pet friendly, the pet fee is $125 + tax = $140 for the 1st dog & $50 + tax = $56 for the 2nd dog & must be paid directly to Buffalo Creek Vacations after reservation is made.



* Must be kept on leash

* Must be up to date on flea & tick medication

* Must be up to date on shots

* Please pick up after your pet

* No pets on furniture

* If leaving the cabin for the day, please use our kennel for your pet



Interaction with Guests:

We are just a call away if you need us!



The BC Depot is located behind the red Southern Caboose. Here we have a store, game room & (laundry room for caboose guest).



Agapeland Station is located in the 2nd floor of the depot & has a 30x50 "O" gauge model train layout! Buy your tickets at the BC Depot Store!





You can come down to the buffalo viewing area in the mornings usually between 9:30-10am to see them run in for their morning oats!

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Please dispose of butts properly

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Theme park nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

We ask that you treat our property like your own. Rental Rules: 1.SMOKING: No smoking. Cabins are all non-smoking/non-vaping. By booking this res...

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
A fee applies if more then 14 guests

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Please dispose of butts properly

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14
Note from host: A fee applies if more then 14 guests
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 14. Note from host: A fee applies if more then 14 guests For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Bison Ranch Retreat - Luxury Lodge with 2 Master Suites have a pool?

No, this cabin doesn't have a pool.

What luxury perks are available at Bison Ranch Retreat - Luxury Lodge with 2 Master Suites?

This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a jetted bath and a fireplace.

What makes Bison Ranch Retreat - Luxury Lodge with 2 Master Suites a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub, Jetted bath, and fireplaces all help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at Bison Ranch Retreat - Luxury Lodge with 2 Master Suites.

Is Bison Ranch Retreat - Luxury Lodge with 2 Master Suites family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as an arcade, laundry facilities and highchairs, it's no surprise that Bison Ranch Retreat - Luxury Lodge with 2 Master Suites is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a private hot tub at Bison Ranch Retreat - Luxury Lodge with 2 Master Suites?

Yep, there is a hot tub.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Bison Ranch Retreat - Luxury Lodge with 2 Master Suites?

No, Bison Ranch Retreat - Luxury Lodge with 2 Master Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Bison Ranch Retreat - Luxury Lodge with 2 Master Suites?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Bison Ranch Retreat - Luxury Lodge with 2 Master Suites Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 140 out of 155 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 155 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 155 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 155 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 155 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was absolutely perfect in every way. What a dream home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tonya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it was a great family Christmas space!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Kids love the Bison. Super steep driveway. Family loved the house!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay! The property is beautiful inside and out. It is also very clean. Had everything we needed. The hot tub broke 2 kids out in hot tub rash. The driveway is so steep, so we didn’t really leave. The folks who own the property are the nicest people. We really enjoyed our time at Buffalo Ranch!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great time. The owners are incredibly friendly and helpful. They and the whole staff were very helpful and kind to the children. They really wanted us to have a good time. Would go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

Awesome Cabin on a hill

We all enjoyed the Great Buffalo Creek vacation
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Penny B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was absolutely gorgeous. The kitchen was fully stocked with all the utensils, pans, bowls, coffee pot, toaster etc. The wi-fi was great and it had Dish network. The one lane road to the cabin was alittle sketchy but we did fine with a car and a minivan
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael M.

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

Great Time. Great Cabin!!

The cabin and property was great!! Minor issues not worth presenting, overall we would definitely do this again......and plan too!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Tatonka Stay

Nice cabin in the woods. Enjoyed the hot tub, camp fire and grilling out. Lots of games to play when it rained. Plenty of space for our group to spread out. We also enjoyed the animals on the farm, especially the buffalo feeding.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nichole E.

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

Long weekend getaway

Great experience with this property! Seal beach is a great local spot, easy walking distance to beach and downtown. Quick drives to the more crowded spots.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lon E.

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

Great vacation rental for large families. Enjoyed the buffalo feeding

We spent Thanksgiving week and our 50th wedding anniversary at the Tatonka Lodge. It was everything we wished for and more. Great family memories were made.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

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

Birthday reunion

My family and I spent a wonderful week at the Lodge. There were 9 of us and it was very comfortable for all of us
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

frank h.

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

Great place to stay.

Such a great location. We had a large group of family and had lots of room along with lots to keep us busy. Game room in the cabin with pool, Foss ball and even air hockey. Kitchen was good size for cooking up some big meals and the heated floor in the 2 master bedrooms were a big hit. The ranch had bison, lamas and even got to hold a baby goat. Staff was super friendly and really couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Archival

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA GAIL M.

Perfect Family Vacation

We arrived to find a lovely home, perfectly decorated, for our family vacation. We mostly enjoyed the outdoors at the cabin and the park within walking distance. The game room at the cabin was an added bonus! We had a small problem with the TV and he was there in about 10 minutes to fix it! This is the perfect home for a family retreat!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

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

Beautiful Escape with views and plenty to do

This property was perfect for our group of eight—including our furry friends! Cheryl was fantastic to communicate with, and when we encountered a minor issue, she promptly sent someone to assist. The house had everything we needed and more, from the game room to the hot tub. We loved walking our dogs around the property and had so much fun seeing the goats, llamas, alpacas, and bison! I highly recommend this property, as well as any of Cheryl's other rentals. Buffalo Creek Vacations is truly amazing—we'll definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

YVONNE J.

#10 Experience

Had a great weekend. I will be back. Alot to do. Everyone was so friendly. Cabin was extraordinary. Very clean and beautiful. Views were breathtaking.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D.

Property was excellent

House was beautiful, just as pictured. There was something for everyone to enjoy and there was so much to do in the area. I did not pay enough attention to the advice about 4 wheel drive being recommended but we made out okay on our July trip. Highly recommend this lodge if the steep road with cutbacks doesn't intimidate you. (It didn't stop us from doing anything we wanted.)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Betty A.

A great Mountain experience w a family Ranch feel!!

Our family plus extended family had a great reunion on this mountain/ranch!! Tatonka Lodge was cozy, well equipped, and there was plenty to keep us busy and relaxed (loved the hot tub). We appreciated the family feel with nearby family owners to answer our questions and allow us to help feed the baby goats:) The Great Smokey Mountains offered tons of nearby parks and recreation albeit steep climbs! Our favorite was Deep Creek park with the tubing down the creek/"rapids." Blue ridge parkway and Ashville also highlights. We saw God's handiwork and will come back !!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Beautiful Home and Views

The house was absolutely beautiful. It was warm and charming and had all the natural touches of a log cabin. It was spaceous enough for two families with teenage kids and had ample space for additional guests if needed. The house was clean and very well kept. When you visit, you must check out the photo album of the cabin inthe construction phase--awesome. The only problem we encountered was the road up the cabin--in the winter you really need a truck. They were kind enough to grade the road with a tractor which made it much easier to access the home which made the view all worth it!!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Best Vacay and we didn't leave the State!!!!

We loved this place and can't wait to go back! We spent 8 days at the Buffalo Creek Vacations in Tatonka Lodge. The house is beautiful, fully stocked and has so much to do you hardly have to leave! From a 5 year old, "I had no idea there was so much to do in the mountains (she didn't leave the ranch). From a 13 year old, athletic, boy who has traveled a lot, "The best trip I have ever taken. Mom....when are we coming back?". For me....well we stayed an additional day because I wasn't ready to go. The views are gorgeous, the owners, very hospitable and again....the house is beautiful!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A.

Heaven

We have been to Tatonka Lodge twice now. 2010 was only a month after my husband passed away. Such a difficult time but the beauty and life that surrounds the Lodge brought hope. This year we choose it again, the anniversary of his death. We used that time to contemplate, relax, remember. You are so close to heaven there that it can't help but restore hope for the future. I look at all of those magnificent windows and know that the light that shines through is the light of hope, peace and promise for whatever life brings.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

Great Family Experience

We spent a wonderful extended weekend at the lodge. We had 11 adult size people and never felt cramped. The lodge is decorated beautifully with so much detail! It was great to seat everyone for meals all at the same table. The kitchen is fully supplied with all that is needed to feed a large group. Our weather was perfect so we did some hiking and went to see the bison being fed one morning, a real treat! There is plenty to do with all ages and abilities from the game room, a favorite of the kids, to the hot tub and fire pit for roasting hotdogs and s'mores! Cheryl is wonderful to work with, she answered any questions we had promptly. We look forward to another visit sometime soon! Thanks for the great family experience.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Thanksgiving Blessing

This is a wonderful property. Our family of 11, with kids and grandkids, enjoyed our time in this beautiful and spacious home. We really enjoyed the feeling of being out in the wilderness and up in the mountains, not in a prefabricated community just for vacationers. Yet, the house is conveniently located to many things in the Maggie Valley, Smokey Mountain area. The house is supplied with everything you can think of. Two master suites, huge decks, private trails, game room, large area for gathering and it was very clean and well equipped. I'd recommend this for any large family gathering. The only negative is the road up to the lodge which can be a bit of a challenge, but it is worth it once you learn to navigate that. All in all a wonderful proper and a wonderful host family.
Archival

8/10 Good

John H.

Loved It!!!

Our family had a wonderful time staying in Tatonka lodge. The home is beautiful and has everything you need. We had 10 people ages 11- 70+ and everyone enjoyed it! There was plenty of space for everyone and the game room was especially nice and used by everyone! We enjoyed the hot tub daily and the fire pit one night to make s’mores (a nice added touch to have that as a welcome basket). We enjoyed the hiking the trails and the bison feedings several morning. Cheryl and her family are the nicest people and very helpful. The driveway was our only negative. The location of the house is perfect for daily outings to Asheville, Cherokee, Maggie Valley, Lake Junaluska, and Black Mountain. I would recommend staying at this house, just be ready for the driveway. If the driveway was paved all the way up it would be fine.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

Family Vacation at Tatonka Lodge

Our stay at Tatonka Lodge was an awesome experience! We had family members from age 3 to age 60+ who enjoyed all of the amenities that this lovely cabin offered! Your attention to the details in making this vacation rental feel like a home was amazing! Thank you for even having the cabin decorated for Christmas (complete with a beautiful Christmas tree)! We had plenty of room for adults and children to be entertained both inside and outside. The children loved watching the buffalo being fed and were thrilled when the other animals ate from their hands! The unseasonably mild weather was an added attraction when we hiked to the playground and tether ball area and the mountain views on all sides were breathtaking. This vacation cabin was a fabulous place for family memories to be made! We highly recommend this location for families to make memories of their own! You definitely need a 4-wheel drive vehicle though. Once you have the driveway paved to get up to Tatonka, it will be the best vacation cabin ever!

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