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Awesome long range views of Smoky Mts., minutes to NOC, Tsali, and Lake Fontana

Awesome long range views of Smoky Mts., minutes to NOC, Tsali, and Lake Fontana

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Overview of Awesome long range views of Smoky Mts., minutes to NOC, Tsali, and Lake Fontana

10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Bryson City, NC
  • Popular LocationBryson City Gem Mine13 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Smoky Mountains Railroad20 min drive
  • Popular LocationSmokey Mountain Trains Museum20 min drive
  • AirportGatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)116 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Mater Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3/guest half bath

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Awesome long range views of Smoky Mts., minutes to NOC, Tsali, and Lake Fontana

Built in 2015, this immaculate, newly redecorated, mountain-side log home is a 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath, 2000 square foot home with two floors. The cabin sleeps 8 but the max number of adults is 6: the bunk beds are for the kids.
• Main level features a great room with fireplace, comfortable seating and tv, kitchen with stainless appliances and granite counters, dining room, master bedroom [king bed] & en suite master bath, plus a guest powder room.
• Also on main level, 3/4 wrap-around porch, with; chairs, BBQ grill and outside dining table [seating for 6]. Perfect for viewing the beautiful, long-range views of the Great Smoky Mountains, cook-outs and enjoying al fresco dining in the cool mountain air.
• The downstairs level includes two bedrooms [queen beds in both], a full bathroom and a spacious second living room with a 2nd fire place, tv, game console, bunks beds and pool table.
• Outside [on the lower level] is the hot tub and a stone fire pit.
• Our cabin is pet friendly and features pet stations at both the upper and lower outdoor areas. (Note: we limit pets to 2 dogs and no cats)
• This cabin has internet service with WiFi (includes latest WiFi extender/booster system), satellite tv service (with sports packages), 3 tv’s (ALL with robust DVR capability so you can record different games/movies/tv shows on each tv while you are out enjoying all the fantastic outdoor activities in the area and then watch them later at your leisure), gaming system and good cellular phone service.
• The cabin is located in a quiet, gated neighborhood with [year-round accessible] paved roads that are motorcycle and small trailer friendly.
• The cabin is conveniently located about 15 minutes from Bryson City, NC. where you will find supermarkets, shopping & dining as well as the famous POLAR EXPRESS / Great Smoky Mountains Railroad.
• This cabin is also perfectly located to enjoy all of the great outdoor activities that western North Carolina has to offer, such as...
◇ Tsali Recreation Area/US National Forest (approx. 10 minutes) – a top destination for mountain biking as well as hiking and horseback riding
◇ Lake Fontana (approx. 10 minutes) – boating (boat rentals available), fishing, etc.
◇ Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) (approx. 15 minutes) - family friendly whitewater rafting (class II & III) on the Nantahala River
◇ Deep Creek Tube Center & Campground (approx. 25 minutes) – family tubing, hiking, etc.
◇ Lake Nantahala (about 30 mins) - beautiful, crystal clear water. Great for boating (rentals available)
◇ The Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP) - approx. 35 minutes
◇ Nantahala National Forest (approx. 35 minutes) – hiking, camping, etc.
◇ Intermediate whitewater rafting (class III & IV) on the Ocoee River (approx. 90 minutes) – various outfitters
◇ Extreme whitewater rafting (class IV+ rafting) on the Cheoah River (approx. 50 to 60 minutes) – various outfitters
◇ The start of The Blue Ridge Parkway at Cherokee, NC (approx. 30-35 minutes) - America's greatest scenic drive stretches 469 miles from Cherokee, NC to Waynesboro, VA
◇ "The Tail of the Dragon" (Deals Gap, NC - approx.. 45 to 50 min - on the NC-Tennessee border) – eleven miles of the most famous motorcycle & sports car touring drive in the eastern half of the US - not for the faint of heart (or the easily car-sick)
◇ Harrah’s Casino, Cherokee, NC (approx. 30-35 minutes)
◇ Cherokee Indian Reservation (approx. 30-35 minutes) – Cherokee museum and cultural center plus many other activities such as hiking, fly fishing, golf, etc.
◇ The Biltmore Estate (Asheville - approx. 80-85 minutes) – tour the estate & gardens, winery, dining, etc.
◇ Asheville, NC - (approx. 80-85 minutes) – great dining, shopping, art galleries, etc.
◇ Highlands & Cashiers, NC - (approx. 80-90 minutes.) - shopping, dining & golf
◇ Gatlinburg , TN / Pigeon Forge & Dollywood – (approx. 90 minutes)
◇ Numerous waterfalls - too many to name. Enjoy searching for them.

FAQ's...
• Is it the ‘Smoky Mtns’ OR the ‘SmokEy Mtns’? Well, there has been debate on this subject for many years. Both sides of the debate have merit. The ‘Smoky’ side quickly points out the name of THE Park [as well as the name of the mountain range that gives The Park its’ name] is The Great SMOKY Mountains National Park (GSMNP). Period. End of debate. On the other side of the argument, the ‘Smokey’ people will tell you that ‘Smoky’ is grammatically incorrect to use for a proper noun… ‘smoky’ is an adjective (as in ‘that sure is a smoky fireplace you have there’) whereas ‘Smokey’ is what you would use for proper nouns (as in Smokey and the Bandit, Smokey Robinson and, yes, Smokey The Bear). And since we are talking about a proper name it SHOULD be The Great Smokey Mountains… but it’s not. Hope that helps.

• Is your cabin in The Smoky Mountains or The Blue Ridge Mountains and what is the difference anyway? The answer is 'yes' to both. In fact, you can throw in The Appalachian Mountains as well. First, before I get started on the technical stuff you should know that for most people in this part of the country ‘The Smoky Mountains’ and ‘The Blue Ridge Mountains’ are interchangeable terms… for the most part. Now the technical part: looking at the big picture, The Appalachian Mountain Range is the big boy. It runs from upstate New York (well, actually into Canada) all the way down to central Alabama. Yes, Birmingham, AL is located in the southern extremes of the Appalachian Mtn. Range as are the Adirondack Mtns in upstate New York. Next, you have The Blue Ridge Mountains which are a sub-set of The Appalachian Mountain Range. The Blue Ridge Mountain Range extends 550 miles southwest from southern Pennsylvania through Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia. Then, smack in the middle of the Blue Ridge Mountain Range you have a smaller sub-division called The Smoky Mountains. The Smoky Mountains are centered right where The Park is – straddling the border of (western) North Carolina and (eastern) Tennessee. In fact, The Park is pretty much cut in half by the state line between the two with equal parts in each state. The Park is very large (The Park encompasses 522,419 acres or 816.28 sq. miles.) and it is also the most visited National Park in the US. It dominates the region. So, The Smoky Mountains are part of the Blue Ridge Mountain Range and both are part of The Appalachian Mountain Range.

• How close is your cabin to Great Smoky Mountains National Park (GSMNP)? Well, you can see GSMNP from our cabin (the mountains in the distance are IN The Park) and, as the crow flies we are about four miles due south of GSMNP (the only thing between us and GSMNP is Lake Fontana – the north shore of Lake Fontana is part of The Park . However, the nearest entrance to The Park is in Cherokee, NC (on the other side of Bryson City). Since Bryson City is about 15 to 20 minutes from the Park entrance in Cherokee and since our cabin is 15 minutes due west of Bryson City it’s fair to estimate about a 30-35 minute drive to the [southern] entrance of The Park from our cabin.

• How close is your cabin to The Appalachian Trail and how do I get there? First, for those that don’t know, The Appalachian Trail (or 'The AT') is a 2,175-mile (3,500 km) hiking trail that runs all the way from Mount Katahdin (Maine) to Springer Mountain (Georgia). The AT passes through a large part of the Appalachian Mountain system. Hiking on part of The AT is definitely on the To Do List for many people that come to this part of the country. ‘Hiking The Trail’ (as in ALL of it) is a major accomplishment. In fact, for avid hikers it’s the equivalent of climbing Mt. Everest. So, back to the question… as the crow flies we are just at 3 miles from The Trail. In fact, that point of The AT that is closest to us happens to be an access point to the Trail (there is parking there). Even better, that access point is at a very convenient (easy to find) location – basically right in front of The NOC Store (Nantahalla Outdoor Center) in Nantahalla Gorge on Hwy 19. It is 14 minutes (by car) from our front door to the NOC.
o Can you reach The AT from the cabin on foot? In theory, yes. There is a National Forest Service trail that starts about 100 yards from our cabin and it connects with The AT. However, that Forrest Service Trail is not really maintained and in spots you would have to do a little mountaineering. I would suggest parking at the NOC and starting there.
o Here is a link to an online map of The Appalachian Trail… https://nps.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=6298c848ba2a490588b7f6d25453e4e0

• How close is your cabin to The Blue Ridge Parkway and how do I get there? Again, for those that don’t know, The Blue Ridge Parkway (The Parkway) is America's longest linear park. It runs for 469 miles (755 km) through 29 Virginia and North Carolina counties, linking Shenandoah National Park to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is a scenic drive that runs mostly along the spine of the Blue Ridge Mountain Range. While The Appalachian Trail is not for everyone (not everyone is up to it) The Parkway IS for everyone. It is stunning. If there is one thing every visitor to this area should do it is to drive a section of The Parkway. Now, back to the question… how close is the cabin to The Parkway? Since you reach the entrance (the actual southern starting point of The Parkway) in Cherokee (just before you reach the entrance to The Park) the answer is, again, about 30 to 35 minutes. If you are thinking about doing a day trip to the Biltmore (Asheville) The Parkway will take you straight there. It will take longer than taking Hwy 74 (about 2 hours versus 1 hour and 15 minutes on the highway) but it is a much prettier drive.
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Property manager

Robert

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Must be supervised in hot tub.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Up to two dogs -case by case. No cats please.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is only allowed outside & must use ashtray
To avoid getting grass in hot tub please wear shoes/sandals to & from hot tub.
We have provided pet stations outside on both levels - please clean up after your pet(s). Thanks.
Please remember we are on a septic system - please do not flush sanitary napkins. The same is true with cooking grease (we provide jars for disposal).

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Almond

This cabin is located in Almond. Nantahala Brewing Company and Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bryson City Gem Mine and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Appalachian Rivers Raft Company are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 7 min drive
  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 13 min drive
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 20 min drive
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 20 min drive
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rivers End Restaurant - 14 min drive
  • Kudzu Bar - 8 min drive
  • Pizza By the River - 15 min drive
  • Cardinal Coffee - 7 min drive
  • Stecoah Diner - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Awesome long range views of Smoky Mts., minutes to NOC, Tsali, and Lake Fontana pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Awesome long range views of Smoky Mts., minutes to NOC, Tsali, and Lake Fontana?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Awesome long range views of Smoky Mts., minutes to NOC, Tsali, and Lake Fontana?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Awesome long range views of Smoky Mts., minutes to NOC, Tsali, and Lake Fontana located?

Situated in Almond, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 miles (5 km) of Nantahala River and Fontana Lake. Tuckasegee River and Pincu Pottery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim & Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cabin with Brilliant Views!
My family and I (along with our golden retriever furbaby!) recently stayed at this gorgeous cabin and had an incredible time - from our visit to the Great Smokey Mountains Park, exploring Bryson City and Highlands to relaxing at the cabin during a thunderstorm, our trip was the perfect balance of adventure, fun, and relaxation! From sunrise to sunset, I can’t say enough about the gorgeous views from this cabin. They’re truly some of the most beautiful I’ve seen. The cabin itself is impeccably decorated and cozy, with a fully stocked kitchen, two living rooms, separated beds & baths for the two girls, as well as an amazing master suite with a bed I could barely get out of! Robert, our host, was incredibly helpful, offering several suggestions and recommendations. We had zero problems finding the cabin, checking in and even sent him a picture of our sweet golden enjoying the huge comfy dog bed. I can’t say enough wonderful things about the gorgeous cabin, its views, and fun day trips. We really hope to be back earlier in the year when we can take advantage of the colder (tubing! skiing!) activities! Thank you so much, Robert!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy Cabin with Amazing Views
We had a great stay in December - sunrise over the lake is amazing, as are the mountain views. The cabin is comfortable, looks just like the pictures, and has two big living areas with fireplaces for people to spread out. Robert was very helpful and easy to deal with, even sent a long list of favorite activities and restaurants. Just a short drive to Bryson City, Smoky Mountain National Park, and other attractions in the region. We would definitely come back. Note: you have to climb a steep & narrow road to get these views; the road is paved and well maintained but easier to navigate the first time if you arrive while it is light.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely stunning!!!!
Our stay here was absolutely amazing. The views were the best we have ever had and we’ve been coming to the mountains since 1997. The house was immaculate and felt like home. Robert was excellent to work with! We had everything we needed there and couldn’t have asked for anything else. The beautiful Christmas tree was perfect for our first trip away from home for Christmas
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neema M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic From Start to Finish
This is one of the best properties on VRBO. Both the structure and location leave nothing to be desired. As for the cabin itself, it has every amenity one could need and is the definition of comfortable. It is spacious enough for a group yet the layout nevertheless lends itself to that cozy cabin feeling. And the view, whether night or day, is stunning. But what really made this a 5-star trip was the host, Robert. From start to finish Robert made himself available to answer any questions and assist with any logistical concerns (i.e., activities, directions, recommendations). We arrived after sunset and were pleasantly surprised that the lights and heater were on which made settling in a breeze. The fact that Christmas decorations were already set up added all the more to an already wonderful stay. Robert was reachable if we needed him and gave us space if we were busy exploring the area. At bottom, his attention to detail and friendly demeanor--coupled with the fantastic property itself--ensure this will be a repeat destination.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Views
The cabin is first class! The photos and property descriptions were exact! Robert was helpful every step of the way from directions from our home to recommendations of places to visit and places to eat.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Robert

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We are a family of four (plus our girl 'Callie' in the pic above). We are originally from Texas but now the Smoky Mountains are our playground! We also love entertaining friends and family and wanted a cabin to share that is cozy, comfortable and clean (and has great mountain views!). We also wanted it to be well stocked, well appointed and well... everything you would want in a mountain cabin. Our greatest hope is that you will want to share this 'perfect cabin in the mountains' with your friends and family as well.

Why they chose this property

Before we bought this cabin we spent a few years renting cabins all over western North Carolina (from Boone/Banner Elk/Blowing Rock to Highlands & Cashiers) and while we liked aspects of all those places what it came down to for us was being near outdoor activities like whitewater rafting, hiking, mountain biking, zip-lining, boating and water skiing and the area around Bryson City and Lake Fontana is perfect for that. We also love the cool mountain air in the summer, the lack of crowds and traffic and just relaxing in a beautiful and peaceful setting with great views!
The other big appeal is that while the cabin feels remote (in the sense of being "away from it all") it is easily accessed and the roads in this community are very accessible. This cabin IS on the side of a mountain but the roads are paved and the grades are never so steep that you wonder if you'll make it up (much less come down) - no white-knuckle driving here.
One last thing - Bryson City... it's one of those friendly, comfortable, Mayberry-like towns that has it all but doesn't seem to know it. There are cute shops and some really good restaurants but its concentrated in a fairly small and picturesque downtown. No huge crowds and, being surrounded by GSM National Park, Tsali Recreation Area, Nantahala National Park, Lake Fontana and the Eastern Cherokee Indian reservation it may just stay that way. Let's hope so!

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location... Tsali Recreation Area, rafting on the Nantahala, fishing and boating on Lake Fontana , hiking, zip lining, restaurants and shopping (and The Polar Express) in Bryson City - ALL are only 10 to 15 minutes away. This cabin is perfectly situated - whenever people ask "how far is it to _________?" the answer is almost always "about 10 to 15 minutes that way."
However, if you don't mind driving a little further (and any drive in this area is usually a very pretty drive) this cabin is perfectly situated to reach several day-trip destinations like Asheville, NC & The Biltmore Estate (80 minutes), Highlands & Cashiers, NC (80 to 90 minutes), Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge, TN (90 minutes), The Tail Of The Dragon (45 minutes), the start of the Blue Ridge Parkway (about 35 minutes), etc., etc.
Finally, this cabin is quiet and the views from the front porch or living room are just amazing, you can see about 7 ranges of mountains. Also, local wild life is abundant... white tail deer, rabbits , turkeys, maybe a bear, as well as the birds you will see early in the mornings when you take a morning hike.
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