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Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Tatonka Lodge, 2 master suites on a buffalo ranch! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Where is Tatonka Lodge, 2 master suites on a buffalo 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 miles (20 km).

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

6 Feb 2025

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

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Roger C.

21 Dec 2016

Awesome Cabin on a hill

We all enjoyed the Great Buffalo Creek vacation

10/10 Excellent

Nichole E.

13 Aug 2019

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

10/10 Excellent

Lon E., Fort Myers

6 Dec 2019

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

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cindy O., Larchmont, NY

15 July 2011

Wonderful place and people!

Fantastic stay! House is amazing and hand built by family. Owners are courteous and helpful. Property is spectacular! Our kids loved the hiking and animals. Highly recommend!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tammy R., Broussard, LA

6 Apr 2016

Family vacay

What an awesome family vacation this was for us!!!!! Cheryl we cant thank you enough for everything you did!!!!!! The Roberts and Sisco family highly recommend this rental!!!!!!!

10/10 Excellent

Gail M.

17 Aug 2019

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

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H., Springfield PA

5 Nov 2017

House was beautiful. Perfect for our family. Loved the life size chess game, fire pit, hot tub

Very comfortable furniture and beds. Could use more flatware but kitchen is well stocked. Great floor plan. Loved seeing all the animals and the owners were very nice.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA GAIL M.

9 Nov 2015

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!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Carol F., Rossville, GA

14 Mar 2010

This cabin was awesome!!!...

This cabin was awesome!!! We had so much fun- our plans were to go skiing but the rain stopped that, we enjoyed spending time together in the cabin, plenty to do!! And when we got our car stuck the guys were more than happy to help us out. Very grateful!!! Would love to come back and probably will soon!!

10/10 Excellent

YVONNE J.

11 Mar 2019

#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

10/10 Excellent

Deborah D., NC resident

27 July 2018

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

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Betty A.

14 Aug 2014

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 !!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl A., Peachtree City, GA

6 Mar 2013

Great ski vacation

We stayed at Tatonka Lodge with family friends for a great ski getaway. The home has plenty to entertain kids of all ages, and the owners were quick to respond to any questions we had. The location is good. 15-20 minutes from Cataloochee, 10-15 from the grocery store, restaurants, etc. It had rained before we came, so we didn't do a lot of hiking, but would love to return in the fall. Great spot for family getaways, girls' weekend, etc. The lodge is on a ranch with a single lane dirt road and the home sits on a steep hill -- just be prepared when consdering which vehicle to take.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

27 Dec 2015

Tatonka Lodge = Great Family Fun

We decided on a last minute mountain getaway midweek & were so glad we chose Tatonka Lodge! First impressions walking into this cabin!! Wow!!! It was close to area attractions as well! We loved seeing the bison fed in the mornings!! Also, sitting under the stars in the big hot tub was fabulous! There was everything we needed in the kitchen as well to cook at the cabin a few nights--we also tried some bison steaks one night. Those were delicious! Can't wait to come back...Also, read alot of reviews about the drive, we had a minivan & got there fine. Thanks to the owners for all the thoughtfulness that went into this cabin!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

26 Jan 2013

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!!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emily M., Chapel Hill, NC

27 Apr 2014

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!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cindy A., CLAYTON

6 July 2011

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.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bill R.

13 Feb 2015

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.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William R., Clearwater, Florida

3 Dec 2015

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.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Idil m., Pooler, GA

5 Mar 2013

EXTRAORDINARY!

We stayed at Tatonka Lodge last month, and what a wonderful experience it was. This lodge was extremely spacious, squeaky clean, and absolutely homey. The property and the view was exceptional. Also the owners were very respectful, welcoming and friendly towards us. (I still cannot believe the owners built this place themselves.) The fully stocked kitchen had everything we ever needed and more. The owners made sure we had plenty firewood, and stacked them up often by the house. We truly enjoyed our morning coffees on the patio, our afternoon hikes, and visiting with the animals, as well as our nights by the fire, making smores. Being in the military, we have traveled a lot, and stayed at many many different lodges and cabins. I can quickly admit without hesitation, this place became our favorite as soon as we walked through the front door. We are looking forward to our next visit this upcoming fall.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

John H.

25 July 2016

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.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Becky C.

14 Dec 2015

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!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

12 Jan 2014

Stellar Christmas Vacation

We chose Tatonka Lodge for our family Christmas/New Year's vacation for its size to accommodate our family. We have stayed in other vacation homes during the holiday season and never had a home decorated for Christmas ever before! A Christmas tree, a lighted garland woven up to the loft, lights lit outside, snowmen and candy canes - such a festive decor! Our family had plenty of room to spread out; we enjoyed hot tub time; sat around the outdoor fire pit and made s'mores; played pool, ping pong, foosball; played at the playground daily; and had a fire going in the fireplace everyday. Best of all, for both children and adults . . . our daily walks down the mountain to see the magnificent buffalo, llamas, goats, bunnies, and pony. We were lucky enough to see six baby goats born AND a new baby llama! Our grandchildren are still talking about the buffaloes, baby goats, and llamas! We felt entirely at home and will most definitely return.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kori R.

5 Oct 2015

Hidden gem!!

There were 12 in our party for an extended weekend and we had MORE than enough room! This house is huge with all the amenities one could even imagine! It rained the entire weekend, but there was plenty to do around the house. Lots of games, wi-fi, tv's, but the pool table, foosball table, ping pong table, shuffleboard table and full size chess is definitely worth mentioning! We were astonished at the decor! Hand made wooden beds and furniture.....amazing!!! The owners are so very responsive and flexible ( i think I contacted Cheryl a dozen times) and each time, she was just as cheerful and helpful with all my needs/questions. We just cannot wait to go back!!!!! The place is very clean!! Kitchen is stocked with necessities. They provide you with towels, trash bags, face cloths, toilet paper, etc. 5 Star rating, indeed! Very Very impressed!!!!

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