Ridgewood Estates Travel Guide
Waynesville
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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.
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.
Smoky Mountain Jumphouse
Catch an event at Smoky Mountain Jumphouse and enjoy other activities in Waynesville such as golfing.Wander the riverfront or discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Things to do

Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle

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

Blue Ridge Mtns Hiking Tour with the areas top rated trail expert

Over the Top Tour in Oconaluftee

Clingmans Dome Self-Guided Walking Tour

Half-Day Hike with Long Range Views from Asheville
Top hotels in Ridgewood Estates

Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
Nice amenities
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
The place is well located with several restaurants. The room was clean, beds comfortable. The main drawback was the young lady at the desk for check in. She wasn't smiling and seemed bored by us. We are used to English but she spoke very fast without articulating, making no efforts even when we asked ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Cherokee Grand Hotel
Great front desk
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Cherokee / Casino by IHG
The room was nice and clean. The staff was super helpful and extremely friendly. I would definitely stay there again in the future.They were all so nice.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025

Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
Comfortable beds, clean property, kind and helpful staff. It’s not the newest but it’s well kept. The river views are lovely!
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025

Newfound Lodge on the river
The room was dated but clean. Loved the balcony over the river
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Ridgewood Estates

Crestview Pointe
Though Crestview Pointe may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Balsam Spa.

Hazelwood
When in Hazelwood, you can plan a visit to Balsam Spa and Lake Junaluska Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Downtown Waynesville
Though Downtown Waynesville may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Balsam Spa and Lake Junaluska Golf Course.

Frog Level
Frog Level might not have many top sights, but Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Balsam Spa are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

Walker-In-the-Hills
When in Walker-In-the-Hills, you can plan a visit to Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance and Smoky Mountain Jumphouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
