Ridgewood Estates Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Ridgewood Estates
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.
Waynesville Recreation Center
Take the family on an outing to Waynesville Recreation Center during your trip to Waynesville. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the golf courses.
Activities
Smoky Mountain Tour: Self-Guided Drive
Great Smoky & Cades Cove Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Bundle
White Water Rafting Experience on the Upper Pigeon River
Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle
Great Smoky & Shenandoah National Park Driving Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Ridgewood Estates Hotel Deals
Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination
"I booked a room on Expedia as a non-smoking king size room. When I checked in they gave a smoking room king size and was told that since I booked through a third party this is what I had to take. Not thrilled and the room and floor smelled terrible. Room service was not offered so I had to beg the ..."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Great Smokies Inn Cherokee
"Good location. Pool was closed. Room clean."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Cherokee Grand Hotel
"There is a good amount of parking. The rooms were nice could use a little bit updating. The showers were the thing I enjoyed the most water pressure was great. I will definitely stay at this hotel again."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Best Western Plus River Escape Inn & Suites
"Everything was great! comfy bed, clean room, grounds and gardens were beautiful along the river. Very nice, helpful staff all around, and breakfast was good. Thank you for a good one night, last minute stay."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Stonebrook Lodge Cherokee
"Great experience and perfect location, right across from the casino!"
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Qualla Cabins and Motel Cherokee near Casino
"When I first arrived into room ,the floor was not swept,dead flies on window sill,curtains that were not hung properly holes in curtains. No outdoor seats or table like every other room had,had to take next room over when they left.Day 2 toilet was plugged had to ask for plunger and do myself. I ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
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 Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance 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 Lake Junaluska Golf Course and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography.
Frog Level
Frog Level might not have many top sights, but Lake Junaluska Golf Course and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography 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 Wheels Through Time Museum and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds.
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 Pigeon River.
