Settlers Ridge, NC
Waynesville
Visit Settlers Ridge
Popular places to visit
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Learn about the events happening at 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.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
Upper Pigeon River Rafting Trip from Hartford
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
3 - 3.5 HR Smoky Mtn. Cherokee Eco Elk Safari Jeep Adventure
Great Smoky Mountains Self-Guided Scenic Drive and Audio Tour
Settlers Ridge Hotel Deals
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
"This hotel was amazing in so many ways. First, it's beautiful, large and attention to detail in art and structure. Rooms are spacious and clean. The casino was great as well as the enormous food court with gourmet choices. The indoor pool was closed but the outdoor pool was open. Pool depth 3.5 ft ..."
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
"The front office lady was so super nice, great recommendation about places to eat! I did not use the pool but the area was very clean looking! The room was very clean. Yes may be a little dated but super clean and the beds and pillows were so comfy! Vending machine out front had good and very affordable ..."
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026
Cherokee Grand Hotel
"Friendly helpful staff….fair price"
Reviewed on Jun 3, 2026
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
"Beautiful secluded location on the river. What a serene location looking out at the river and listening to the flow of the waters. Just amazing!!!!!"
Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
"Breakfast was the typical continental only thing I didn’t like was the fact that the milk was outdated and when I told the attendant I was told it was still good"
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2026
SureStay by Best Western Cherokee on the River
"we absolutely loved this property! front desk lady was kinda rude & tried to charge us twice (in cash then tried to charge our card) thankfully the manager fixed it and told her just to give us our cash back. housekeeping was daily which was nice. definitely would stay again!"
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Where to stay in Settlers Ridge
Fairway Hills
Fairway Hills might not have many top sights, but Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Pigeon River are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Waynesville
While Downtown Waynesville might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Junaluska Golf Course and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography.
Ivy Hills
When in Ivy Hills, you can plan a visit to Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Wheels Through Time Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Apple Creek Acres
When in Apple Creek Acres, you can plan a visit to Wheels Through Time Museum and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
