This vacation home offers space for 12 guests with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It features mountain views and a fenced yard with a patio. Guests can enjoy nearby skiing, mountain biking, fishing, and snowboarding. The property is pet-friendly and located near shopping, a casino, and attractions like Country Side Bowling Lanes and Poteet Memorial Park.
Highlights
Bring your furry friends
Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
Private fenced-in yard
One of the few properties with a fully fenced outdoor space.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Close to Nantahala National Forest
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12
Popular amenities
Barbecue
Breakfast available
Air-conditioning
Patio
High-speed internet
Onsite parking available
Explore the area
Sylva, NC
Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
28 min drive
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
29 min drive
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
32 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Common Space
2 Double Sofa Beds
Downstairs Guest
1 Queen Bed
Master
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Guest 1
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Guest 2
1 Double Bed
3 bathrooms
Downstairs Guest
Toilet · Shower only
Upstairs Guest
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Upstairs Master
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains
Are you looking for a mountain retreat that is private, but close to town, with space to spread out both inside and outside? Then Above the Clouds is for you! You will notice how special this cabin is as soon as you pull into the driveway. The wrap-around porch provides breathtaking views of the Great Smokey Mountains making it the perfect place to sip your morning coffee or evening wine. Above the Clouds is great for entertaining a couples' retreat or friends' getaway, as this home offers the option for both sharing space and having privacy.
Venture indoors to find a fully stocked kitchen, dining room, and two living areas. With living areas both upstairs and downstairs, you'll have ample space for kids and adults to enjoy separate entertainment with high speed Internet service. This adorable four bed, three bath home sleeps twelve in true mountain style. Each comfortable bed features a unique quilt personally made by the owner so you can cozy up and sleep soundly.
At Above the Clouds, your furry friends are not only welcome, but are given their own amenities! The fully fenced yard and large, fenced kennel will give your dogs a mountain experience of their own!
Enjoy the best of Western North Carolina while staying at Above the Clouds! Local mountain activities include fly fishing, tubing, white water rafting, horseback riding, hiking, elk sighting, and more! There is no place on Earth quite like Above the Clouds. Imagine a vista where you're one with the sky; level with the mountains in the distance. This home is truly incredible beyond measure, a hidden gem of the mountains.
**This home does not have a washer or dryer. There are exterior cameras on the property*
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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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Sylva
Located in Sylva, this holiday home is in the mountains. Jackson County Historic Courthouse and Judaculla Rock are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Poteet Memorial Park. Country Side Bowling Lanes and Jackson County Green Energy Park are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and mountain climbing nearby.
Western Carolina University - 15 min drive - 14.6 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 28 min drive - 34.7 km
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 29 min drive - 42.3 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 32 min drive - 47.0 km
Cataloochee Ski Area - 48 min drive - 58.2 km
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
El Patron - 12 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 11 min drive
Starbucks - 11 min drive
Big Nick’s Bbq - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains?
As of 30 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains on 1 Dec 2026 start from AU$1,156, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Harris Regional Hospital. Jackson County Historic Courthouse and Poteet Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Graham,
We're glad to see you enjoyed all the open space this property has to offer as much as we do! Please be sure to keep us in mind for your next mountainous adventure. It'd be our pleasure to host you again!
It was a great stay. However please disclose in photos and information about the driveway. That way if someone doesn’t have a 4x4 they are aware. The hills are steep and sharp curves. The overall stay was great.
The house was very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked and the fenced in yard for our little yorkies was great. The location was close to alot of charming small towns. Eventhough we had several days of rain, we still found plenty of things to do.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2026
Lynne,
It's great to see that the rain didn't hinder you from enjoying your vacation. We'll be sure to pass along your compliments to the owner. Be sure to keep us in mind for your next mountainous vacation.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie V.
8 July 2026
5
Great location. Our family had a great time staying here. Convenient to everything in the area.
Great place for families and the views were gorgeous!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2025
Mary,
We're glad to see you enjoyed the views as much as we do! We wanted to thank you for the treating the property with the upmost respect and with any luck we will be able to host you again in the future!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The host was very accommodating to several last minute changes (we decided last minute to bring our dogs), and was a pleasure to work with. Responses were timely, the checkin process was extremely easy, and the step by step directions to the driveway were spot on! The home was a perfect and convenient stay for our visit to the Sylva/Cullowhee area. The views were amazing, and sitting on the porch watching sunrise with a hot cup of coffee is not to be missed! Our labs LOVED the outdoor area.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah K.
6 Dec 2025
Wonderful place
Above the clouds was a very welcoming house with a warm cozy feel. The only thing we weren't too fond of is the waterbed type mattress is the main bedroom. It was more on the uncomfortable side.
My family and enjoyed staying at Above the Clouds for our vacation. Wonderful place for our pup too! We'll equipped and comfortable and cozy. Would love to stay again!
We had an absolutely wonderful time at this property! The house is extremely dog friendly with a fenced yard and everything. Perfect getaway for every member of the family!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov 2020
We are happy to hear you and your fur babies enjoyed your stay in our home! Come back anytime!
The property accommodated our dogs well with fenced in property and gated deck. The view is very nice and we saw some beautiful sunsets. Close to our family in Sylva.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2024
Amy,
We are glad to see you enjoyed your stay!! Be sure to reach out to us in the future so we can do our best to get that perfect score review.
Great location for fun activities like rafting and access to nice local sites. Lots of space at the house with scenic views of mountains and beautiful fall foliage. Our dog lived the freedom to run around in the fenced in yard!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2020
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We would be glad to host you again in the future, please keep us in mind when planning for next time! We do offer a 10% return guest discount when booking directly!
The property was pleasantly clean and had everything we needed. It was close enough to restaurants and grocery stores. It was a short drive to Maggie Valley for skiing and snow tubing. Views we beautiful and the drive up the mountain was easy. I'm a very cold natured person, and the master was a drafty, but I was glad they had plenty of blankets for our snowy stay.
This property is exactly as advertised. No unpleasant surprises. Especially for the overall accessibility and easy commute to town. Fit the bill for us.
We had a wonderful time on our family vacation at this home! It is in the perfect location close to hiking trails and city life so you can do whatever you want. The house is very dog friendly with a nice fenced in yard and porch. The only con is the driveway because of the potholes at the entrance but don't let that steer you away! This house was perfect for our family of six and we had plenty of room even with the dog! Thanks again to the owners for letting us stay in their beautiful home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2024
Alison,
It was a pleasure hosting you and your group for a summer vacation and we are so glad to see you enjoyed the amenities our property has to offer. Be sure to keep us in mind for your next mountainous stay it would be our pleasure to host you again.