Location: Maggie Valley, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (Cherokee Casino 11mi, Asheville 30 mi, Parkway 1 mi, Ski 9)
Accommodations: Cabin, 4 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 3 Baths (Sleeps 8-10)
Come cure your "crazies" in a luxury cabin (The Nut House) nestled between the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Cherokee Indian Reservation at over 4,500 feet elevation. Beautiful mountain views from the dining & living rooms, both master bedrooms, and large rec room. Home boasts over 3,200 square feet of heated space and sleeps 10 comfortably in two king bedrooms, queen bedroom, a bedroom with two twin beds and a comfortable futon in the rec room. Just 1.2 mile gravel road off the main Highway 19 (Soco Road) is well maintained & easily accessible. Snow can hit fast and unexpectedly, therefore, 4-wheel drive is HIGHLY recommended during the winter months.
Enter on the main level through the kitchen fully stocked with every amenity imaginable. In addition to stool seating for four at the breakfast bar, the square dining room table seats 8 comfortably and allows for easy flow of conversation between a large group of people.
Enjoy the ultimate privacy in the upstairs 574 square foot master retreat. Soak in the made-for-two garden tub before turning in for the night on the luxurious pillow-top king canopy bed and sleeping between the soft and warm flannel sheets. Enjoy breakfast in bed with the island cherry side table or sip your coffee while taking in the glorious view from the lovers couch.
Enjoy a cozy evening by the stone, wood-burning fireplace in the living room (firewood supplied) or while challenging your guests to a game of cards at the poker table in front of the large picture window overlooking the mountains.
Satellite TV on each floor. Also on each floor is a DVD player and a stereo with cassette, 3-disc CD changer and turn table, so bring your old LPs for a blast from the past! And for those of you who have to take a working vacation or like to check email while you’re away, high-speed wireless internet access and a fax/scanner/copier/printer is also available for your convenience.
Enjoy the numerous amenities in the 425 square foot rec room complete with pool table, air hockey, chess & game table and very comfortable futon which sleeps two. Second master bedroom on ground level has pillow-top king sleigh bed and its own bathroom.
Let the 45 jets of the 6-seat hot tub soothe away your worries while you soak in the majestic mountain views. Rockers, porch swing, tables and outdoor gas grill are just a few of the amenities you’ll enjoy from over 700 square foot of porches & decks. In the evenings, toast marshmallows and enjoy story telling around the camp fire ring. Firewood is supplied.
Just 1.4 miles to the entrance of the Blue Ridge Parkway and many walking trails, mountain biking trails, ATV and dirt bike trails, driving trails, mountain overlooks, streams & waterfalls and other adventures. Toward Maggie Valley 4 miles to Tube World and another 4 miles up to Cataloochee Ski Area. Visit the locals at Starvin’ Marvins’ convenience store just 1.2 miles away. They offer all your last minute shopping needs such as beer, cigarettes, milk, bread, etc., and they have the cheapest gas around! Half a mile from Starvin’ Marvins’ enter the Cherokee Indian Reservation and follow 10 miles to Harrah’s Casino and Resort.
Take a 25 mile, 45 minute ride to The Great Smoky Mountain National Park in Cataloochee Valley. Arrive at dusk to see the elk come out in abundance to graze before retiring for the evening. Or browse the numerous shops and have dinner in one of the cafés in quaint downtown Waynesville only 12 miles away. Asheville and the Biltmore Estates are just 30 miles east. Horseback riding, hiking, skiing, tubing, site seeing, shopping, and more await you. Come visit the Nut House soon!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Plenty of parking for your motorcycle or ATV trailers.
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Queen Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Private Hot Tub
- Pool Table
- Air Hockey
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Full-width covered decking on each level.
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Excellent expansive mountain views.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- Computer
- Broadband Internet: Satellite available, intermittent during cloudy weather.
- Other Amenities
- Two master bedrooms with king beds, queen bedroom, two twin bedroom, extra sleeping on fold-out futon, excellent expansive mountain views from almost every room, numerous decking, hot tub, 1 mile to Blue Ridge Parkway, 9 miles to skiing, 11 miles to Cherokee casino, 30 miles to Asheville, 6 miles to Maggie Valley, 6 miles to Tube World, Ghost Town amusement park reopened June 2007!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: Small pets may be allowed for extra fee. Consideration is on a case by case basis. Please call to discuss with owner.
- Kid Friendly: Lots to keep the kids entertained in the rec room with air hockey, pool table, computer, etc. Also, large lot for woods exploring & outdoor play.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Please smoke outside on the porches only.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- 1 mile to Blue Ridge Parkway, 11 miles to Cherokee Casino, 20 miles to Bryson City, 4 miles to Ghost Town, 4 miles to Tube World, 8 miles to Cataloochee ski resort, 6 miles to Wheels thru Time Transportation Museum, 8 miles to Maggie Valley Country Club, 11 miles to Waynesville, 30 miles to Asheville, 30 miles to Elk of Cataloochee.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Weekly Rate ... $1800/week (Saturday-Saturday).
Weekly Rentals MANDATORY During Jun, Jul, Aug, Oct & Holidays.
Nightly Rate .. $300/night (3 night minimum).
Hot Tub/Housekeeping Fee - $175.
Balance Due 30 Days Prior to Arrival.
VISA/MC Accepted.
Check Availability Calendar on Owners Website.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
- Front of Nut House - Maggie Valley/Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Vacation Cabin Rental
- Snowy Mountain View from Hot Tub - Maggie Valley/Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Vacation Cabin Rental
- Rec Room - Maggie Valley/Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Vacation Cabin Rental
- Living Room with Fireplace & Poker Table
- Dining Room and Kitchen
- Master bedroom
- Giant garden tub, separate shower, two sink bowls in master bath.
- Second Master Bedroom with King Bed
- Queen Bedroom has Wolf Decor
- Two twin bedroom.
- You won't believe the spectacular views!
- Great fire pit area for roasting marshmallows & telling scary stories!
- Full-Width covered decks on each level. Gas BBQ, lots of seating, hot tub, ++
- Rear View of Porches
- And that is why they're called the Great Smoky Mountains.
- Relax on the bench or swing in the hammock all while enjoying the mountain views
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