Tucked away in the Smoky Mountains, Cabin Royale delivers the best of both worlds: a private, forest-surrounded escape with long-range mountain views and quick access to the region's top adventures. You'll feel a world away—yet you're a short drive to Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Lake Junaluska, Cataloochee Ski Resort, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance. With quick access to I-40, getting here is simple—and exploring is even easier.
What You'll Love
* Long-range mountain views for sunrise coffee and sunset sips
* Covered porch with outdoor seating for all-weather lounging
* Hot tub under the stars for post-adventure recovery
* Outdoor fire pit for s'mores, stories, and stargazing
* Indoor fireplace for cozy nights in
* Game room hangout: ping pong + darts + bar setup + TV
* Pet-friendly getaway (up to 2 dogs)
* Distinctive style with mid-century charm, '70s touches, and colorful folk-art details
Home Features
2 beds | 2.5 baths | sleeps 4
* Comfortable cabin layout designed for together time and true downtime
* Warm, eclectic interior with curated art and mountain-cabin character
* Living room with an indoor fireplace
* Game room with ping pong, darts, bar area, and TV
* Record player + books, puzzles, and board games for unplugged evenings
* Modern conveniences to keep your stay easy and comfortable
Outdoor Features
* Covered porch with seating and long-range mountain views
* Private hot tub for relaxing after hikes, town days, or ski runs
* Outdoor fire pit for evening hangs and marshmallows
* Corn hole and fresh-air space for laid-back afternoons outside
Practical Details
* Access road: paved, curvy, and steep in places.
* Winter travel: we recommend 4WD in snow/ice conditions.
* Linens & towels provided (one set per guest)
* Easy self check-in for a smooth arrival
* Minimum booking age: the reserving guest must be 25+
* Cell service is fair in the mountains—WiFi calling is recommended.
* WiFi: 400 Mbps.
* Smart TVs: guests will use their own streaming logins.
* Parking: room for up to 4 cars.
Location Highlights
* 30 minutes → Waynesville, NC (Main Street)
* 20 minutes → Maggie Valley, NC
* 20 minutes → Lake Junaluska
* 20 minutes → Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance
* 30 minutes → Cataloochee Ski Resort
* 40 minutes → Asheville
* Minutes → I-40 for quick arrival and easy day-trip exploring
Extras with Yonder
* Discounted Biltmore tickets: after booking, you'll receive a guest-only code for ticket savings
* Yonder Experience Program: optional discounts on curated adventures (fly fishing, waterfall hikes, in-home chef dinners, yoga, art workshops, and more)
Professionally managed by Yonder, a local team focused on a smooth, standout stay.
⭐ Yonder Policies & Information
Cleaning Fee & Clean Guarantee
Yonder is committed to full transparency. All cleaning fees are clearly disclosed and backed by our **100% Clean Guarantee**. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for further details.
Check-In / Check-Out
Check in is at 4pm and check out is at 10am. We're happy to review early and late check requests and will do our best to accommodate. While early check-in or late check-out can't be guaranteed, we always make every effort to honor these requests when availability allows. Paid options may be available.
Pet Policy
Dog-friendly home! Up to two dogs are welcome with a $130 non-refundable pet fee.
Quiet Policy
This home is located in a peaceful, private mountain community. To preserve the relaxing setting for everyone, please keep noise to a respectful level at all times. Parties and disruptive behavior aren't permitted, and we kindly ask that you be mindful of neighbors and quiet hours starting at 10pm.
Extended Stays
Reservations of 30+ days are subject to additional review. Stays exceeding 90 days require a separate agreement. Security deposit, mid stay cleaning fee and trash pick up fees may apply depending on the length of stay. A security deposit, mid stay cleaning fees and trash pick up fees may apply depending on the length of stay.
Payments
If booked more than 30 days before arrival, 50% is due at booking and the remaining balance is due 14 days before check-in. If booked 14 days or fewer before arrival, full payment is due at booking.
Cancellation
More than 31 days before arrival = full refund (minus travel insurance premium if purchased).
14–31 days before arrival = initial payment is forfeited.
Within 14 days of arrival (or early departure/shortened stay) = all rent payments are forfeited, with cleaning fees and applicable taxes refunded as required.
Military Discount
We proudly offer a 5% discount to active duty military members and veterans. Proper documentation is required. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for details.
Last-Minute Bookings
For reservations made **within 7 days of arrival**, additional verification is required to protect our homeowners and guests.
This includes:
* A clear photo of a government-issued ID
* A full facial selfie of the primary guest holding that ID (must match the reservation name)
* A photo showing the last 4 digits of the payment method in the primary guest's name
Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation.
