Ship Shak on the River | House in Bryson City

10.0 (29 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   1 Bedroom  1 Bathroom  2 Guests
Bryson City House | Ship Shak on the River

1 Bedroom House in Bryson City

Stay “inside the box", at our unique 20' shipping container. This studio space boasts gorgeous sweeping views of the Tuckasegee river. You may not want to leave the sounds and views of the river, even with charming downtown Bryson City less than one mile away and the entrance to the Great Smokies National Park with its walking trails and waterfalls only minutes away!
Set on a beautiful river view property, our Shipping Container Studio home is the perfect location for your Bryson City getaway. Watch the river go by from the comfortable chairs on the covered porch or fire pit area. The Great Smoky Mountains train, a scenic passenger train ride, also passes by a couple of times per day!
Step inside the Ship Shak to discover a well appointed space, while small, has all the touches you expect: a queen bed, kitchenette, flat screen internet TV, and a spacious bathroom with a shower.
What to Bring:
Firewood
charcoal
coffee for drip coffee pot
coffee condiments
*We provide a starter amount of toilet paper, paper towels, trash bags etc. These are meant to last a day or two. If you're booking a longer stay, you will want to bring more of these items.
* The kitchenette is equipped with dishes, utensils toaster oven, microwave, hot plate and some cookware.
*New queen mattress installed January 2023:)
*Updated hot system as of Spring 2023 to provide longer showers ;)
The best way to be in touch with us is through the platform messaging center, but we are available via text or phone. Access for the Ship Shak Container home is through keypad door lock and allows for check in after hours.
Ship Shak is located in the town of Bryson City but feels more remote and removed from town life. You have access to Deep Creek, which is part of the Smoky Mountains National Park, in minutes. AND! this location is less than a mile to the heart of downtown Bryson City. It's really the best of both worlds! The house is located on the Tuckaseegee River with the Smoky Mountain Scenic Railroad and Old River Road fronting the property. Guests enjoy watching the tourist train pass by, especially in November and December when it's decorated for the Polar Express! Old River road is also a great resource offering prime river access or take a leisure walk down the long dirt road!
Getting Around: We recommend driving. Biking and walking into town are options. Be aware that there are not sidewalks between the house and town. However, people do walk this section along the side of the road. Traffic can be heavy along this stretch of road and the side of the road isn't well maintained.
1. We have smart television which allows you to login to your favorite internet streaming provider. We do provide You Tube TV service or you can watch the TV Plus app for free without a login.
2. We do allow 1 dog for a fee. Please read and adhere to our pet rules while staying in our house. Once you add your dog to the guest count, the pet fee will be displayed in the summary of charges. We have strick pet rules: No dogs on the furniture/bed(s) for any reason. No dogs running loose on our property. Pickup dog waste. Hair found on furniture or in linens will incur an addition charge beyond the pet fee.
3. The kitchenette has a microwave, toaster oven and hot plate for cooking inside. The fire pit area outside contains a small charcoal grill and grilling grate that swings over the fire pit for cooking. You'll just need to bring along charcoal and firewood to complete the experience!
4. The Great Smoky Mountains railway runs in front of the property. This is a scenic tourist train that runs during the day/evening/early night and is a big reason why people visit Bryson City. It does not run during the night when people generally are sleeping.
5. There are two other vacation rental dwellings on this property. Each house has its own private outdoor space.
Traveling with others? Check out our other homes located on this property.
*Time Flies on The River
and
*Rivers Edge
Looking for something within walking distance to Town? Check out our downtown properties:
*Bryson City Tiny House
*The Bryson City Flat
*City View

Ship Shak on the River is located in Bryson City. Ship Shak on the River provides accommodation, featuring Air Conditioner, Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, among other amenities. This House features Air Conditioner, Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Ship Shak on the River has 1 Bedroom , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 2 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bryson City has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Bryson City, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

Show more
OneKey Logos

This Property is OneKey Eligible

Earn OneKeyCash for every dollar spent on eligible vacation rentals, villas, cottages, cabins, and more when you book on Vrbo.

JOIN TODAY

Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
Kitchen
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
Parking
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
Entertainment
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 180 sq ft (17 sq m)
  • English
  • On the river
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Porch or lanai
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 23
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Reviews

heather n.
Jul 16, 2025 11:48:37 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Loved the shipping container!
See All Reviews
Check House Availability
Nightly rates from:
USD $108
You will be redirected to  
Hot Deal - It has been viewed 110 times today
Not the right fit? Check out our other properties in Bryson City
Property Image From $349
         

8.0 (7 Reviews)
House
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
Property Image From $257
         

|
10.0 (151 Reviews)
House
  • 2098 ft² House
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
Property Image From $409
         

|
10.0 (19 Reviews)
Cabin
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Balcony/Terrace
Property Image From $425
         

5.8 (4 Reviews)
House
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
Property Image From $434
         

9.8 (111 Reviews)
Cabin
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
Property Image From $225
         

|
10.0 (85 Reviews)
House
  • 2034 ft² House
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
Property Image From $106
         

3.0 (1 Review)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
Property Image From $251
         

9.2 (109 Reviews)
Cottage
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • TV
Property Image From $257
         

10.0 (30 Reviews)
House
  • 1969 ft² House
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
Property Image From $229
         

|
5.5 (2 Reviews)
House
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Balcony/Terrace
Property Image From $110
         

Property Image From $186
         

|
10.0 (10 Reviews)
House
  • Parking
  • Accessibility
  • Security/Safety
Property Image From $415
         

|
10.0 (5 Reviews)
House
  • Parking
  • Accessibility
  • Security/Safety
Property Image From $191
         

9.6 (65 Reviews)
Cabin
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
Property Image From $293
         

|
10.0 (3 Reviews)
Apartment
  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
Property Image From $339
         

Property Image From $261
         

9.2 (75 Reviews)
Cabin
  • Air Conditioner
  • TV
  • Balcony/Terrace