Ivy Hills Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Learn about the events happening in Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center during your trip to Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.

Cataloochee Valley
Spot elk and visit historic buildings while camping, driving and hiking in the tranquil countryside of the Great Smoky Mountains.

Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
Explore the great outdoors at Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance, a lovely green space in Waynesville. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its golf courses.
Queen's Farm Stables
Meet the animals who live at Queen's Farm Stables during your travels in Waynesville. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.
Lake Junaluska Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Waynesville at Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
You can spend time exploring the galleries in LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography during your trip to Waynesville. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or seek out the golf courses.
Activities

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour

Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle

3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure

Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Ivy Hills Hotel Deals

Parkway Inn
The heater made an awful sound after being on for a little while, it was super cold in the room when I got there so it took forever to heat it up The hot water didn't really get too hot but it was warm enough to take a shower. My biggest issue was when I arrived The website claims the price you see ...
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Excellent
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Train Caboose w/ Upscale Amenities Minutes to Waynesville & Asheville
Very clean and cozy place! Well stocked with basic essentials as well which is always great!
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
The staff were all helpful and kind. We were upgraded to a river side room which was wonderful. My kids enjoyed the pool and breakfast! Close to everything but also quiet. We enjoyed our stay!
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
Great hotel. Older but very clean.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
Clean rooms nice staff breakfast was good.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ivy Hills

Fairway Hills
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Fairway Hills and surrounding area, you can visit Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables.

Countryside Acres
While Countryside Acres may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Queen's Farm Stables and Wheels Through Time Museum.

Apple Creek Acres
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Apple Creek Acres and surrounding area, you can visit Queen's Farm Stables and Wheels Through Time Museum.

Frog Level
Frog Level might not have many top sights, but Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Downtown Waynesville
Though Downtown Waynesville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Queen's Farm Stables.

Hemphill Heights
While there might not be top attractions in Hemphill Heights, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Cataloochee Ski Area and Wheels Through Time Museum.
