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Bison Escape... secluded & peaceful! Mini donkeys 🫏

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Outdoor dining
Bar (on property)
TV, fireplace, DVD player, table football

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8201 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Clyde, NC
  • Pigeon River
    5 min walk
  • Haywood Regional Medical Center
    17 min drive
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    17 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    46 min drive

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About the area

Clyde

Located in Clyde, this cabin is in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Pigeon River and Haywood County Public Library. .This family-friendly cabin is 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 12.1 mi (19.5 km) from Cataloochee Ski Area.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 17 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 17 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Queen's Farm Stables - 19 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 28 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Cataloochee Valley - 42 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sherrill's Pioneer Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ferguson Supply - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Blue Rooster Southern Grill - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Ammons' Drive Inn & Dairy Bar - ‬18 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.

Bison Escape... secluded & peaceful! Mini donkeys 🫏

Bison Escape is a part of Buffalo Creek Vacations, which is less than a three minute drive to the main ranch. The legend has been told that on certain nights of the year and when the moon is just right, the Buffalo Creek Vacations bison and their llama friends escape from their normal stomping ground to get away from it all. While at Bison Escape, they enjoy true tranquility and relaxation at this private getaway.

Buffalo Creek Vacations is where the buffalo really roam on this private 65 acre little piece of heaven tucked away in the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. 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 from our viewing platform at the feeding corral, you will not be disappointed. Meanwhile, relax and enjoy a cup of coffee or cocoa on the large front porch of this log cabin, or enjoy a refreshing beverage after a long soak in the hot tub!

If you are looking for a quiet 'get away from it all' retreat, this is it! Enjoy long hikes on the main ranch property, fishing within walking distance from the log cabin or take a trip into town to do some shopping or antiquing. Bison Escape features easy vehicular access on a flat road. As with all Buffalo Creek Vacation rental cabins, the kitchen comes fully stocked with all cooking supplies essential to preparing a great family meal.

Once over on the main area of Buffalo Creek Vacations, children will love the hike through the woods to the play area, The BC Corral! This custom 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 Escape 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 Escape!

Our other cabins:
Tatonka Lodge,sleeps 14- VRBO # 163324
Timber Hollow, sleeps 10 - VRBO # 581708
Bison Overlook Lodge, sleeps 8 - VRBO #131294
Buffalo Bungalow, sleeps 2 - VRBO # 409851

Fun things to do: Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, Baltimore 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 Rockin 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
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden. This cabin also features an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Cheryl Hillis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table football
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Golf on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Casino 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 installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2160 sq ft (201 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
Note from host: We are pet friendly!

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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, a first aid kit, 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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Bison Escape... secluded & peaceful! Mini donkeys 🫏 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews" "
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9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The listing undersells how amazing this place is!
My family spent an amazing two weeks at Bison Escape. We loved it so much that we immediately booked it for the same two weeks next year before we even left.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family vacation
Buffalo Creek is a wonderful place for families to escape to. & Bison Escape is a wonderful cabin to stay in. The ranch was awesome & our neighbors were mini donkeys, turkeys & sheep. Our 4 year wasn't the only one who loved the buffalo & llamas. We will be back!! Thanks for everything!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jerri M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
The house was perfect, location was pretty close to everything. The grandkids had a blast feeding the donkeys and goats with food that was left for them. We had a great time made many memories
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff & Jen K., Atlanta, GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
What a cool place!
Really enjoyed our stay. The property is well laid out and has plenty to do for all age ranges. Donkeys, goats & sheep to serenade you and interact with. Bison feeding and viewing is about 1mi away, and was fun and informative. All of the staff were very friendly and helpful as well. Overall the farm is just a ton of fun for the whole family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Vacation
Wonderful vacation spot for your family, kids loved feeding the animals.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to relax
My kids and I had a blast. The location was beautiful. The hot tub at night looking at the stars was relaxing. The outdoor space was perfect. The game room was a hit. We made wonderful memories visiting all the animals throughout the days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nita S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation spot
We enjoyed our time at Bison Escape. The goats and donkeys that surround the property provided lots of entertainment. (Added bonus-witnessing the birth of a baby donkey!) The cabin was as described-actually much larger than expected. I wish it was closer to the main property. We thought we would be able to walk/hike to the main property but you would have to walk along a main road with lots of traffic so we had to drive. Fishing in the river near by is a no go (too much current and no real area to fish). The stocked pond that is several miles up the road and was recommended, was expensive and did not allow for catch and release. However, they did recommend a park (Max Patch) up the mountain which was actually quite beautiful- Had a pond for fishing and a trail for hiking. The drive up it a bit nerve-racking but that’s the mountain life! My negatives-the game room had a dart board but no darts and the foosball table needs some work. The upstairs shower had some mild mildew present in the shower (in the cracks of the surround) and the curtain rod would not hold tension so when you pulled the curtain back it would occasionally fall. The washing machine had a lot of rust to the inside surround so you had to be cautious when washing clothes. Nothing major or that would prevent me from recommending this property.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Stefanie H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Spring break vaca.
Pros: Happy with the beautiful scenery that surrounds this roomy cabin. Donkies, goats & cows greeted us Upon arrival. Kitchen well stocked with everything needed to cook a good meal. Hot tub was nice. Cons: bathrooms were very dirty. Suite master bath has mold surrounding the tub and hair everywhere. We all used the shower in upstairs room. That shower was dirty too. Hair everywhere. Dust and dirt throughout the entire house. Floors were dirty. Large sofa is broken so we couldn't sit on it. Just the chase and round chair to sit on. Sofas had dog hair and crumbs from someone eating on it. Towels smelled funny and are torn. Cabin needs an upgrade and good cleanup throughout. I paid alot of money to stay here and I was a bit disappointed that have to pay so much money for cleaning. But the job isn't done properly. But We made the best of our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Agustin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great retreat with many amenities nearby.
The staff is nice and attentive. They left animal feed daily for kids to feed goats, donkeys, etc. Really nice retreat with all you need. The kitchen is fully equipped and well organized, everything is labeled. Nice and comfy play room also.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Mountain Getaway
Such a smooth process from check in to check out. I loved the book of organization that was placed in the house. It was complete and concise.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shaun Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property
We had such an incredible stay with Buffalo Creek’s Bison Escape. The house was awesome, the staff was incredible and the whole experience was just phenomenal. We can’t wait to go back. Actually we didn’t even want to leave. The Donkey coral was so cool having them in our front yard. They were so excited to have friends over, they are so friendly. The animals on the farm are so well cared for it was a joy to see all of them. I recommend this property to anyone wanting to stay in Maggie Valley/Clyde area. Easy access and such an amazing place
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience!
Awesome secluded cabin. Super friendly owners with a quick response time. Bison meat was phenomena! Over all a wonderful stay, hope to be back one day!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

William (Bill) M.

Beautiful, everything u need.
Everything was great. Kitchen well stocked with utensils. Sitting outside and enjoying the hot tub. Close to Maggie valley and Cherokee. Cheryl was a great help and available at all times. We left some items and she brought to fayetteville so I could meet her and pick them up. THANK YOU CHERYL.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Julie H., Bluffton

Great for all ages!
Super experience for our family. We loved the game room, hot tub, playground and interacting with the animals. Our 6 kids range in age from 5-17 and EVERYONE enjoyed the trip. Plenty of room for all of us :) Even our dog had a blast! We will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

INCREDIBLE!!
From the moment my family walked into this beautiful log cabin, we fell in love & we all agreed it will be a yearly tradition! The attention to detail was impeccable! Everything was done so tastefully. The kids enjoyed looking up at the stars while in the hot tub. We had hours of fun w/ challenging games of foosball & darts! Grandma even one once!! The s'mores every night created memories for my kids that they will cherish for a lifetime!! I can't forget to mention to go see the bison feeding! Wow...what magnificent creatures they are!! You are right there next tom them!! Great time was had by all & we are already thinking of what week to come back next summer! Thanks Buffalo Creek for making such an amazing place that we can retreat to!! The LaRoose Family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

So incredibly amazing!
When I showed my kids the cabin I chose online...they were super excited!!! They just loved the idea of being on the bison ranch. Our cabin was clean & super cozy & decorated so tastefully!! The cousins all enjoyed the game room & every night was spent in the hot tub by the adults!! We will make this a yearly tradition! The folks at Buffalo Creek were really friendly too!! We met Harold, he fed the bison & then his wife I think, (Harriet was her name), rides the tractor & she got us the bison meat. Every time we had a question, Cheryl responded very fast. We will surely be telling our friends about Buffalo Creek Vacations. Thanks for making it possible to make lasting memories!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Brent M.

Very nice cabin, very nice & quiet location.
We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It was very nice, clean, and quiet. Very relaxing. We went to Cherokee one day and Asheville the next, it was only a 45 minute drive to both. The owners were easy to get in touch with and really helpful. On the day we were leaving our battery was dead and we were stuck in the driveway. They came out to help us. Great cabin, great location, great owners, great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2016

8/10 Good

Robert C., Cincinnati Area

Family friendly with Easy Access
PROS: Plenty of space, very comfortable bedding, in-house entertainment options for entire family, nice hot tub Cons: Odd living room seating with no end tables; Poorly maintained pots and pans; lots of "fees" and extra duties like taking the trash down the road Loved the beds and the local horses are very friendly. This was a great base of operations to the local shops and not bad to Asheville/Biltmore area. Never were able to see bison and in spite of name, they never come to the Bison Escape property. (We even tried to see them at feeding time as suggested but they were no where to be found.)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2015