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Sun Eagle Lodge

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An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs and a fire pit surrounded by rocks and trees.
A mountainous landscape with dense forestation and a small settlement.
A wooden deck with benches overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A covered outdoor seating area with wooden chairs and tables, surrounded by a wooden deck and a wire fence.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

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About the area

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Smoky Mountain Country Club and Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. Bryson City Gem Mine and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 13 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 13 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 17 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 27 min drive - 35.9 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 142 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sun Eagle Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sun Eagle Lodge?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sun Eagle Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sun Eagle Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sun Eagle Lodge located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Pincu Pottery. Tuckasegee River and Fontana Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 62 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain views were some of the best we’ve ever had! Loved the en suite bathrooms. Great room size!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great place to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this cabin. The views were absolutely beautiful, and the location was perfect—close to Bryson City and many of the major attractions in the area. The cabin itself was spacious, clean, and very well equipped with everything we needed. The photos accurately reflected the property, and it was exactly what we were hoping for. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Comfortable & a Great View

The home is very comfortable and convenient to area attractions. And the view is just the best!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Only issue we had was struggling to keep the hot tub at temp, but it is winter after all
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the issues with the hot tub during your stay. We'll continue to work closely with both our local staff and the homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we look forward to welcoming you back for another wonderful getaway in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private, quiet location close to Bryson City.

We stayed here with some family and friends and we found it very clean, peaceful and private. We really enjoyed the Mountain Views from the porch. We visited Bryson City and the Nantahala Outdoor Center during our stay and it was convenient to both locations.
View from the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Mountain Escape

Great place…peaceful scenery yet not too far from all the fun activities for our family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great escape

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Absolutely beautiful location. We had a great time at this property
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mountain Vacation

Nice cabin with amazing views and conveniently located for wonderful adventures
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving Retreat

Enjoyed a family gathering for Thanksgiving. Hiking and about town at Bryson City.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome!

Great location, private, clean and plenty of room to move around inside. We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home Away From Home Mountain getaway

This property was perfect for a mountain getaway! The location was beautiful! We brought our dog and the place was new, clean and was very well kept! We will definitely be back! Love the mountain views and the hot tub and fireplaces. Thanks for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday weekend

Stayed here for a birthday weekend with my husband and friends. The cabin was wonderful! I'd highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin in a quiet location

We had a very pleasant experience. Everything was clean and easy. The house was perfect for our stay and well located
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway

Great views, clean, easy access. It made you feel secluded and away from everything, yet is close enough to head out for a bite to eat or a quick trip to the DG.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice cozy cabin

Great location with a great view from the porch. The cabin was clean and the beds are comfortable. Road to the cabin is not too hard to travel
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View

Great home convenient to Bryson City and Fontana Lake with a great view and comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Location, location, location

The Bryson City area has more to offer than can be crammed into one week. Add in a “mountain top” home and it’s the perfect place to vacation.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Views!

Loved the views from the property! Very clean and inviting! We will be back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Slice of heaven.

Amazing views of the mountains and very peaceful and quiet location. Just what I needed.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Stunning view during the day and even at night!

The view is absolutely amazing during daylight and at night. You can see the stars so clearly. The location is nice and quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little getaway cabin!

Highly recommend this cabin. Booking/checkin was quick & easy. The cabin was clean & comfortable. Had everything we needed for our stay. Private but still close to stores/tourist spots. Beautiful uninterrupted views from every deck. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
The cabin is poorly maintained, hot tub never heat up, we never enjoyed. Grill and oven greased and not clean Cockroaches in the kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Feb 2026
We’re very sorry for the cleanliness issues you encountered. These were addressed immediately after your stay. The hot tub, removed from available amenities prior to your visit, is awaiting a new heat pump from our local service team. We appreciate your feedback and will continue ensuring the property is well maintained for future guests.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Home

We enjoyed staying in this home. The views were absolutely amazing. The house had all the comforts of home. The fireplace kept us warm and cozy on cold nights.
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