This ridiculously gorgeous property could easily be featured in House Beautiful. The view is spectacular but trees are starting to overtake it a bit. Owner Tom says he will remedy that soon so no problem there. Melissa & Tom are friendly and prompt with communication, just what you want in hosts.
The house is quite a ways to significant towns so I would advise getting all your groceries on the way there. For us, that would have been Bryson City, about an hour away. Many beautiful locations to pull over to enjoy the views and river, though, so trips anywhere are stunning.
Note: If you’re coming from the Bryson City area, DO NOT take Winding Stairs rd off of US 19/74 as it is a narrow, winding, treacherous road with scary drop-offs. Go a little further down 19/74 and turn onto Wayah Rd. That will take you to the safer portion of Winding Stairs rd, which you will turn left on.
Oh, I forgot to mention the outdoor fireplace: WOW! Easy start and they even provide all the firewood!