This is a very special 3 story luxury mountain log cabin in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Waynesville, North Carolina that is perfect for families with children or a couples getaway. This unique mountain home has a fantastic view of the blue ridge mountains and is nestled in a forest canopy with a private nature trail, a roaring creek running through the back yard and a children's playground in the woods. There is also a log bridge to your own personal island in the woods surrounding a fire pit beautifully lit at night. The home is modern yet rustic and meticulously clean. The home can comfortably host up to 8 adults and 2 children.
Your dream vacation home features 3 floors with 4 large rustic bedrooms (all with queen beds), 3.5 bathrooms and a bonus kids bedroom with a log bunk bed. The huge living room has 20 foot vaulted ceilings, a stacked electric fireplace to the ceiling, a large screen TV with roku and fantastic views. The home also includes an additional downstairs kids bedroom and play area with roku TV and an awesome log bunk bed. A wrap-around deck, hardwood floors and a fully stocked kitchen w/granite counter tops and new appliances. Wifi covers the entire home and grounds. There is also a guest computer connected to the internet for browsing. The roku TVs give you access to movies, news, sports and more. There is a large front yard that is perfect and safe for children or families of all ages.
If you are used to staying in classy hotels or homes you will feel right at home here. The house is impeccably clean, well organized, has comfortable rustic furniture, quality towels and linens, a fully stocked kitchen will all the appliances and much more.
This is not one of those "dirt roads, twisting, looking over the side of a road - scary drives" in the mountains. The home is easy to get to any time of year with paved access all the way to the driveway.
We are located within 30 minutes to a Great Smoky Mountains National Park entrance, 35 minutes to Cataloochee Valley elk viewing, 35 minutes from artsy Asheville, 25 minutes from the Cataloochee ski resort and snow tubing, 20 minutes to the blue ridge parkway with views up to 6,000 feet, 25 minutes from Cherokee Indian reservation, 1 hour from Gatlinburg, 30 minutes to the Casino and much, much more.
We are truly in love with the area and are more than happy to help with any details of your visit including nature activities (hiking, rafting, etc..), restaurants, recommendations and more. We would love to help you plan a perfect trip around your family's time and desires.
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets must be kept on a leash & all waste picked up
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
HOA lighting and noise restrictions: There is no outside noise or constant outside lights allowed after 10 pm.
There is no trash pick up service. You may leave up to one white bag of trash. Additional trash bags left on premises will be charged $20 per bag.
No Motorcycles or RVs allowed.
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
Note from host: After 9 pm, no loud outside noise or lights.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Waynesville
Located in Waynesville, this cabin is near theme parks and on a river. Wheels Through Time Museum and Maggie Valley Opry House are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Queen's Farm Stables and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. Consider Folkmoot Friendship Center for a night out or Fantasy Golf & Game Room if you're travelling with kids. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Wheels Through Time Museum - 17 min drive - 17.0 km
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 17 min drive - 11.4 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 25 min drive - 18.3 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 35 min drive - 34.9 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Ben’s Backdraft BBQ - 8 min drive
Blue Ghost Outpost - 10 min drive
Joey's Pancake House - 17 min drive
The Swag Country Inn - 9 min drive
Butts On The Creek - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Smoky Mountain Dreams Luxury Log Cabin -mountains, creek, trail & playground. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Smoky Mountain Dreams Luxury Log Cabin -mountains, creek, trail & playground.?
As of 27 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Smoky Mountain Dreams Luxury Log Cabin -mountains, creek, trail & playground. on 13 Apr 2026 start from AU$479, 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 Smoky Mountain Dreams Luxury Log Cabin -mountains, creek, trail & playground.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Smoky Mountain Dreams Luxury Log Cabin -mountains, creek, trail & playground.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Smoky Mountain Dreams Luxury Log Cabin -mountains, creek, trail & playground.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Smoky Mountain Dreams Luxury Log Cabin -mountains, creek, trail & playground. located?
This family-friendly Waynesville cabin is located on a river, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Cataloochee Ski Area, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Queen's Farm Stables and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. Pigeon River and Lake Junaluska Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
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This place was great. The creekside trail, fire pit, and kids play area was a hit with the families. The house was great too and very well taken care of!
The host was very welcoming. My only suggestion would be to put some type of battery powered nightlight on the stairs to the basement rooms especially the landing between the main stairs and the second set of stairs.
We had a great time with our family and Zachary is a great host. The cabin has lots of room. We had 5 adults and 3 children and there was plenty of room for all. It’s close to Cataloochee - be sure and check out the elk. The kids loved the play area in the woods, the rope course, swings and climbing net. The firepit was great on a cool fall night in the mountains as well. This cabin has lots to offer!
We had a tremendous stay at the house over the Thanksgiving holiday. The host was very communicative and everyone loved the all the amenities the house had to offer. We will definitely look to stay again in the future!
Ramsey R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2024
Thank you so much for the kind words. It was a pleasure to host you and your family. Thanks for your patience as well..
Zachary
We loved the property! Great space to hang out with family, grill some hamburgers, and enjoy firepit a few days before my son’s wedding in Canton, NC. It was spacious, clean, and was the perfect place for our stay.:) My family was grateful to have such a beautiful space to call home during a very special time. Thank you!!
We enjoyed our stay at Zachary's place and really enjoyed the outside. It was perfect place for our children ages 6 and 8 to explore. The house was very clean and well stocked.
The cabin and property were beautiful! The cabin was very clean, well equipped and had plenty of space for my family of 7 adults and 1 infant! My dogs loved the creek out back and we had lots of snow on our visit and they loved it! We would definitely stay at this cabin again!!!
We had a wonderful stay here. It was spacious with everything we needed for our stay. The location is very quiet and peaceful. We loved the outside features. The kids really enjoyed the playground, trails and fire pit.Would highly recommend for a getaway. We feel lucky that we found such a great spot.
What a perfect getaway for a family or friend group to enjoy! The property is absolutely beautiful.
The house is stocked with all you need to relax, enjoy and cook for each other. The grounds are lovely, with a firepit, a stream, hammocks, and swings for kids. We were there in April, and the green multiplied as the days passed. We recommend this property highly!
This property is just beautiful. Check in/out process was efficient. Zachary was very helpful with any questions we had. Our family was comfortable with the cabin layout and outdoor space was just perfect for the littles.
The owners have thought of everything! We stay in the mountains every year and this is our favorite house we have stayed in. The play area in the back yard was amazing for the kids! The attention to detail was great. Would definitely stay again.
This was our second stay at this cabin. It is an amazing location. The cabin is absolutely beautiful. Everything you need for the perfect stay is there. Plenty of room for the family. It is close to town. Great communication with the owner. My family and I forward to staying here again in the future.
We loved our week here! Everything was perfect.
You have to see the creek on the property. It is amazing and so peaceful!
David D.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2021
Thanks so much. I think you left the house better than any guest I have ever had. Washing all the sheets and towels. Etc. Thank you for respecting the property and leaving it perfectly. You are the Keefe t guest and would love to host you anytime.
Zachary
We did a small family reunion of 8 people spanning 3 generations and everyone had a great time! Such a peaceful location and a beautiful lodge with everything provided. Beds are comfortable, baths are clean, plenty of space, beautiful garden area. Everything is as advertised and better. Highly recommended!
Jeff H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2023
Wow. Thank you so much for this amazing review. Makes all the hard work we do in the house totally worth it. I am so honored your family made these special memories at the house. Take care Jeff. Zachary
About the host
Hosted by Zachary G.
Family man. Nature lover. Explorer. I currently reside in South Florida and we only (unfortunately) use the house in the Summer. My family and I have poured our heart and soul into this home and the property. What is really special is the panoramic views and the private nature trail, creek & playground.
Why they chose this property
I went to camp in North Carolina when I was 10 years old. I dreamed from that age of owning a vacation home in the mountains one day. After searching for five years we found this amazing home and put a lot of love into it and are happy to share with you.
What makes this property unique
The quality of everything is impeccable. It is a very unique lot that has a private woods in the back yard with a beautiful creek. We built a walkway and bridge to an island that has a firepit. We built a nature trail through the woods and a really cool kids rustic playground area.
Languages:
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