⭐Explore the mountains from this creekside cottage! Super clean! Self check-in!

2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Explore the area

Waynesville, NC

Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance6 min drive
Wheels Through Time Museum22 min drive
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds25 min drive
Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)120 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

View a 5700' mtn. peak from the front porch rockers, enjoy lunch on the back deck, cool your toes in the creek, make s'mores on the fire pit on cool mountain evenings.

Wren Cottage at Balsam Gap is a newly remodeled home in a quiet, private, rural neighborhood with a pristine rushing creek. Only 7 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway entrance at Balsam Gap, 40 minutes to Great Smoky Mtns. National Park, 20 minutes to river rafting, 45 minutes to Asheville and 12 minutes to Waynesville.

You will be very comfortable in this light and airy home with memory foam beds , cable TV, free Netflix and high-speed WIFI. Both master bedrooms have an adjoining bath. There is a fully stocked kitchen with everything you need to make enjoyable meals, and plenty of restaurant suggestions if cooking isn't on the menu! We provide you with a Keurig machine and coffee pods for your mornings. Many opportunities for quiet wooded walks right from the cottage.

Property manager

Susan O'Day

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the neighborhood

Waynesville

Located in Waynesville, this vacation home is in the mountains. LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography and Wheels Through Time Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Balsam Spa and Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Smoky Mountain Jumphouse or Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center.

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Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 6 min drive
Wheels Through Time Museum - 22 min drive
Maggie Valley Gem Mine - 24 min drive
Tube World - 25 min drive
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 25 min drive

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

Taco Bell - 10 min drive
Maggie's Galley - 12 min drive
Papas & Beer - 11 min drive
Clyde's Restaurant - 10 min drive
Bearwaters Brewing Company - 27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ⭐Explore the mountains from this creekside cottage! Super clean! Self check-in! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ⭐Explore the mountains from this creekside cottage! Super clean! Self check-in! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ⭐Explore the mountains from this creekside cottage! Super clean! Self check-in! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ⭐Explore the mountains from this creekside cottage! Super clean! Self check-in! located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Smoky Mountain Jumphouse, Barber Orchard Fruitstand, and Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance. Nantahala National Forest is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away.

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Mar 13, 2024

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

Lovely cottage in the mountains

The home was just right for us, nicely laid out and comfy. Great for a long, relaxing weekend in the mountains!

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sondra E.

Feb 21, 2024

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

Home away from home

If you’re looking to get away and stay in a cozy cottage that is tucked away in the mountains but close enough to places like Cataloochee Ski Area and downtown Waynesville, then look no further. From the lulling sound of the creek beside the house (that is easily accessible and has a bench beside it), to a well-stocked kitchen, to all the little extras that are placed throughout the house, we felt welcome and right at home. Thank you Susan for your hospitality and opening your home to others. If I could give you more stars I would.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Dec 23, 2023

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

Cute cottage in a beautiful neighborhood

This adorable cottage is one of our favorite places to stay. It’s clean and comfortable and the neighborhood is beautiful!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Kathleen L., Atlanta, GA

Nov 25, 2023

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

Great place for a trip to Waynesville

Clean, well stocked house that was perfect for the two of us. The kitchen had more than enough pots, pans, etc. to cook any kind of meal. We enjoyed the coffee pods and snacks. Nice touch! So quiet even though there are a few other houses around. Nice area to take a long walk with very few cars on the small roads around the house. And we had a beautiful afternoon enjoying the rocking chairs as well as several rounds of corn hole. Convenient to Waynesville (about 12 minutes), the Blue Ridge Parkway, and great Smoky Mountain hiking trails. Stop by Winchester Creek Farms for some fresh eggs and visit Chef's Table for a wonderful meal. You won't be disappointed. We are so happy that we spent Thanksgiving week here.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory S.

Nov 15, 2023

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

Quiet, Cozy Mountain Getaway

First and foremost, this was the cleanest VRBO we have ever stayed in! It was beautifully decorated for Fall, with thoughtful touches throughout: A fully equipped kitchen for cooking just about anything; wide selection of books and games; cable TV and a smart TV for streaming from your favorite services; a multi-device charger for all your smart devices; a fire pit; corn hole boards; and simple check in and check out instructions. Communication with the host was quick and clear. She was very personable. We plan on staying here again! Thank you.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023