Whoa… what a view! This stunning view will delight everyone in your party!
What a View Lodge is an amenity-stocked 3 bedroom with additional loft, 3 bath lodge perched over 3700 feet in elevation overlooking the Alarka Creek Valley and all the way to Clingman’s Dome in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. And the view… Is there a better view in the Smokies? The lighting, clouds, and shadows are constantly changing. We’re confident that your time with us will exceed your expectations in every way!
What a View Lodge has 2674 sq. ft. of indoor living space on three levels and sleeps up to eight. The lodge features two decks, a large screened in porch with a dining area, a camp-style charcoal grill, and a flat gravel parking area large enough for three vehicles. What a View Lodge sits on a large 3+ acre wooded lot in a gated, 286-acre, community where privacy is an understatement.
Entry Level: The main level features a kitchen with a two-seat breakfast bar and all the appliances, pots and pans, and serving pieces to cook a great meal; a dining area; a large living room with cathedral ceilings and over-sized sliding glass doors; a washer/dryer combo; and a huge master bedroom and bath. In the living room there is a 43- inch HD/Smart TV, a gas log fireplace, and access to both the upper deck and the screen porch. The master bedroom features a king-sized bed and another 43-inch HD/Smart TV.
Lower Level: On the lower lever there are two bedrooms (one queen and one with two twin beds), one full bath, a large den, and another deck. The den has a large reclining sofa and double recliner love seat, with console, where you can relax while you enjoy the 65-inch HD/Smart TV, watch a movie on the DVD player (large collection of movies provided).
Loft/Upper Level: Upstairs is a large loft with a queen bed, desk, sitting area, and the third full bathroom.
Nearby Attractions: From What a View Lodge it is an easy drive to downtown Bryson City (10 miles) where you’ll find locally owned shops, hometown restaurants and breweries, and the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. The GSMR features diesel and steam engine excursions into the Nantahala Gorge, up the Tuckasegee River, and – of course – the Polar Express! Not far away are the Deep Creek Recreation Area with hiking (three waterfalls), fishing, horseback riding, and tubing; the Appalachian Trail and Nantahala Outdoor Center for more hiking, white water rafting, zip lining and more; Harrah’s Cherokee Casino; Tsali Recreation Area for mountain biking, hiking, camping, and boating; the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Blue Ridge Parkway; and the towns of Cherokee , Dillsboro and Sylva.
What a View Lodge winds along Alarka Creek until you head up the mountain. From there it gets steep, but it is asphalt-paved and well maintained. We’ll also help you keep a watch on any winter weather.
You must be 25 years of age to book this lodge.
Lodge Amenities: 3 Bedrooms + loft 3 Bathrooms Hot Tub Mountain Views Sleeps 8 Charcoal Grill No Smoking No Pets – Owner is extremely allergic Full Heat and A/C Gas Fireplace TV – Wifi (No streaming service accounts provided) Cell Service: Verizon is strong, others? Washer/Dryer Microwave Dishwasher Exterior Security Cameras
Downtown Bryson City has an elevation of 1,752 feet, so think of this as a starting point. The majority of our cabins will have a higher elevation than this. This means that our roads- both state and private- will be steeper, narrower, and curvier than you may be used to driving. Also, you should expect to encounter gravel roads. Consider it part of our rural mountain charm!
Here at Yellow Rose, your safety is our priority. If a cabin requires 4-wheel, front-wheel, or all-wheel drive to access it, it will be listed in the description. If bringing or riding motorcycles, please call and ask for motorcycle friendly properties.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 deadlock
About the area
Bryson City
Located in Bryson City, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Sheffield Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nantahala Brewing Company and Smoky Mountain Country Club. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like horse riding nearby.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 18 min drive - 17.2 km
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 18 min drive - 17.2 km
Nantahala Brewing Company - 18 min drive - 17.2 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 21 min drive - 21.6 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 146 min drive
Restaurants
Sandys kitchenn - 18 min drive
PB Bakes & Catering - 18 min drive
Big Wesser Riverside Pub - 18 min drive
La Poblana Mexican Restaurant - 20 min drive
Bbq Shack - 22 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Mountain Views - Hot Tub - Gas Fireplace pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Views - Hot Tub - Gas Fireplace?
As of 28 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Views - Hot Tub - Gas Fireplace on 29 June 2026 start from AU$419, 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 Mountain Views - Hot Tub - Gas Fireplace?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mountain Views - Hot Tub - Gas Fireplace?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mountain Views - Hot Tub - Gas Fireplace?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Mountain Views - Hot Tub - Gas Fireplace located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Pincu Pottery and Tuckasegee River. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Fontana Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Family time in the Mountains.
Jim M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
mark s.
26 Aug 2025
Wonderful view
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The view was outstanding, all I expected. The house was very comfortable. Looking forward to visiting again.
Everything about this property is wonderful. House was clean, king bed very comfortable, didn’t use any of the others, directions right on, great location and the view and privacy was the best of all. Definitely hope to return again one day.
Marilyn K.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We appreciate your business and hope you return soon.
Thank you,
Yellow Rose Team
The house was beautiful and clean. Exactly as pictured in the post!! The roads were a bit scary for us Floridians but easily managed!! Would definitely recommend for a great cabin feel!!
sarah v.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2025
Thank you for the great review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope you visit us again soon.
Thank you,
Yellow Rose
Beautiful property. The view is incredible all day and amazing at night. Bedrooms are spread over 3 floors which gave our grown kids their space and privacy. Very clean and very well stocked with everything you could need.
Suzanne C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Thank you for leaving us such a wonderful review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you will visit us again soon.
Thank you,
Yellow Rose Team
You just can’t find a better view than this one. The last time we stayed here I told my husband that the only thing that could make it better was a hot tub. I got my wish and the hot tub is just the perfect addition. I love the 3 levels of this cabjn that were great when entertaining 3 generations of our family. This property has everything we could need.
Suzanne C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2025
Thank you for the great review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you again soon!
Thank you,
Yellow Rose
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Debby B.
17 Dec 2023
Beautiful setting
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Beautiful setting, clean house. Lots of room to spread out or to gather together.
Our family of 6 enjoyed our vacation because of this beautiful home, its location and over all comfort. The screened porch was our favorite spot. We ate several meals at the house which were easily prepared in the designer and well equipped kitchen. We felt comfy and secure and had a wonderful time gazing at the magnificent view
Magnificent views from the house which is near the top of the mountain. Don't try getting there in the snow!The kitchen is well stocked and has everything needed to cook for a family. This is the best-appointed home we have stayed in.It does need a gas grill outside or a large charcoal grill. Other than that we can think of nothing that could improve this house. It was a terrific family weekend (4 day) getaway.
Mark P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2025
Hi there. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope to see you again in the future. Thank you, Yellow Rose
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Leslie H.
16 Apr 2022
Beautiful home with Incredible View
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Just a spectacular place, beautiful location and home is ideal for any family. Beds are so comfortable and everything about the home is done to perfection. You can enjoy the serenity of the mountain while really relaxing in this fantastic home.
Leslie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Patrick K.
16 Sept 2025
Knab Vacation
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Experience was great. Was informed of a possible water problem before arrival. Was given options in case it wasn't fixed in time. Plumber came through and all was good. Rental was great!! View second to none. REALLY steep drive up though! Overall rental was as advertised and would stay again.
House is as described in other reviews. Will definitely be back. Likely multiple times. Really enjoyed the NOC and hiking at Deep Creek Trail Head. Bryson City is nice. The Smokey Mountain Railroad was not our favorite, but might have felt differently if our son was under age 10.
Chris W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Hi there. Thank you for the wonderful review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope to see you again soon!
What a fabulous week my three sisters and I enjoyed in this beautiful home. Everything was perfect: the cleanliness, bedrooms/beds, well appointed kitchen, screened porch to enjoy a softly falling rain, but the 'star of the show' was the view from the lovely decks. Truly breathtaking! This was a beautiful memory making place that we will treasure forever. Thank you.
Susan W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope you will visit us again soon.
Thank you,
Yellow Rose Team
We picked this place to relax after spending time in Pigeon Forge. We were definitely able to do that. It's very quiet and peaceful. Everything was very clean, too. The beds were comfortable.
The views are amazing and the pictures here didn't really do it justice. It's really stunning. It's a fairly long drive up that driveway, and we never encountered another car the whole time. The screened-in porch is also amazing and a great place to relax.
Norman F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope you return again soon.
Thank you,
Yellow Rose Team
Everything was fantastic even though it rained the whole week. We saw the elk multiple days, enjoyed waterfalls, and just could not get enough of the mountains! The changing fog gave new views. I read one of the reviews previously, and did take and left more glass tumblers. The lack of extra dishes/silverware was the only annoying thing.
Mark G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Hi there. We are glad you had so much fun with the views and waterfalls. We will speak to the owners about the dishes/silverware and see what they can do. Thank you for the honest review and we hope to see you again soon.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Jerry D.
7 July 2025
Absolutely the best view
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was very clean and had the best view of the smokies that I have ever seen. The drive up and down are a little challenging but manageable. Only issue we had was one of the AC down stairs would not stay on, called realtor twice and they told us how to fix but would not fix it and then owner of house called and told us how to fix, and that didn’t work as well, hopefully reading this , they will look at it before renting out again
Jerry D.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
A guest from Pickens, SC
30 May 2023
Perfect Getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
What a View Lodge was the perfect getaway! The house was spacious, spotless and had everything we needed. The house would easily accommodate families and friend groups with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The view and setting are just incredible. If you can pull yourself away from the house, there is so much to do in the area. Bryson City, Sylva and Dillsboro offer fun day trips with hiking, shopping and plenty of restaurants. We will definitely be back!
A guest from Pickens, SC
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chase C.
20 July 2022
Amazing House with an Awe Inspiring View
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
One of the best VRBO homes that we've stayed in. Very clean, immaculate decor and furnishings, views from almost every room. Wonderful screened porch off the living room. The home also provides great privacy being one of only a few homes in a gated community on the top of the mountain. The drive up is something that Floridians aren't used to, but we did it several times and got used to the steep grades. Overall a top-tier rental experience!
Chase C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rachel C.
18 June 2025
What A View, gave us a beautiful View
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This house, through the sharp curves, gave my family and I the best view of the mountains we have ever seen. I highly recommend something to get up steep hills and sharp curves. The house was clean and ready to go for our visit. We loved the multiple rooms and bathrooms for our family. The screened in porch was amazing along with the outside porch. The hot tub was also hot and perfect for those cool mountain nights. I have already recommended this property to two of our friends due to how much we loved it and the views. The only thing I would say was a "con" was driving up the mountain there are no mirrors to see around the curves, so make sure you are careful.
This place is absolutely amazing! The house is spacious and clean, with a comfortable great room, two levels of back deck, and a screen porch off the top deck. The beds are very comfortable.
But the location and the views are indescribable! This may be the best view I have ever had. Ever.
The house sits high on a mountain. You can look straight across to the high peaks of Great Smoky Mountain National Park. We enjoyed being at the lodge every bit as much as any of the activities we had planned. We will be back to that area, and I really hope that the timing works out that we can stay at this lodge again.
Also, the property management company is easy to communicate with, and right on top of any issues you may have.
Thanks!
Daniel J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for leaving us such a wonderful review. We appreciate your business and we hope you will visit us again soon.
Thank you,
Yellow Rose Team
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Vonnie T.
30 Nov 2024
Wow! Amazing view and lodge!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Truly a wow home. When we pulled in the drive we just sat there and said Wow! The views are amazing. The lodge is the most well stocked home we've ever stayed in. We loved our time here and waa lucky to have snow flurries the first night. This is our second time to reserve through Yellow Rose and it definitely will not be the last. Already planning a week next spring! Thank you for a perfect getaway!
Vonnie T.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Vonnie T.
28 Nov 2024
Wow! Amazing view and lodge!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Truly a wow home. When we pulled in the drive we just sat there and said Wow! The views are amazing. The lodge is the most well stocked home we've ever stayed in. We loved our time here and waa lucky to have snow flurries the first night. This is our second time to reserve through Yellow Rose and it definitely will not be the last. Already planning a week next spring! Thank you for a perfect getaway!
Vonnie T.
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