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Location: Maggie Valley, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (Google's Map is wrong, so the house marker is approximate) View Map
Accommodations: Cabin, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
The #1 Rated Vacation Property in Maggie Valley according to Trip Advisor (as of 6/01/2009)
“A World Apart” is not your typical bare provisioned rental cabin locked away in a subdivision overlooking more houses than views. Its location was selected and the home painstakingly built by our family to take advantage of the best of Maggie Valley and Western North Carolina. The care and attention to detail is visible throughout.
Nestled on 5.5 secluded acres of Soco Mountain, our home offers a Romantic Oasis for Couples or the perfect Retreat for Families. Relax on the Full Wrap-Around Porch and unwind while enjoying the scenery and listening to the persistent harmony of Jonathan Creek winding through the valley below. If you’re still and quiet, some of the neighborhood hummingbirds might visit and perhaps even an owl or two will announce the arrival of dusk.
The downstairs of our home features a magnificent Stone Fireplace towering over the living room, Satellite HDTV with DVD, broad-plank hardwood floors, queen sleeper sofa, slate bathroom with Antique Claw-Foot Tub and walk-in shower. The Queen Bedroom features a large armoire, Satellite TV/DVD/VCR, and its own door leading to the hot tub. A fully-equipped and well-stocked kitchen with slate countertops and peninsula bar in addition to the dining table for six offers plenty of seating and amenities for your family gathering. Screen doors and windows allow for Mother Nature's ventilation and the sounds of the wilderness without being visited by it.
Upstairs the loft features a pool table and French Doors that open onto a Covered Porch complete with Dining Area. In the Master Suite, unwind in the slate-surround Jacuzzi Tub while gazing out at the mountainside or enjoying the soothing embers of the electric fireplace. Satellite HDTV with DVD invites you to just lounge in the pillow-top King Bed watching a movie. The French Doors from the Master open onto a Large Private Balcony that is the perfect place to enjoy the morning’s first cup of coffee.
For those who still feel the need to keep in touch with the outside world, free high-speed DSL wireless internet is provided. Please note that this service is wireless only so you'll have to have a wireless enabled computer to use the free service.
Wrap-around porches complete with rockers, swings, Adirondack chairs, charcoal grill and (our family’s favorite) a secluded hot tub for 6 are really why you vacation in the mountains. The upstairs Tin-Roofed Porch plays an unforgettably soothing melody on drizzly afternoons.
On adventuresome days, you’re a short walk to cascading waterfalls and only a few minutes drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Ghost Town in the Sky, the Cataloochee Ski Resort, Cherokee and Harrah’s Casino. A late afternoon trek to see the Elk in Cataloochee Valley is a must do and in little more than 30 minutes you can be enjoying the Biltmore Estate in Asheville or the Great Smokey Mountain Railroad in Bryson City.
We welcome you to be our guests and find out what makes our home "A World Apart!" However, don't just take our word for it. Our previous guests comments are the best editorial of what you can expect.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed: Queen Sleeper Sofa
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: 3 Flat Screen TV's. All with DVD Players and one with VCR
- DVD (3)
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Jetted Tub in Bath: Large Jetted Tub
- Private Hot Tub: 6 Person Hot Tub
- Pool Table
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Coffee Maker, Full Size Microwave, Toaster, Blender, Hand Held Mixer, Wine Glasses, Champagne Glasses, Grill Tools, etc.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: Wrap-Around Decks and Porches. Screened Doors at all entrances for great Mother Nature cross-ventilation.
- Balcony: Private upstairs Balcony off the Master Suite
- View/Location
- Mountain View: Woodsy in the Spring and Summer. Views in late Fall and Winter.
- Communications
- Telephone
- Cell Phone: Cell Tower is nearby so there's very good Cellular Service available.
- Broadband Internet: 3MB DSL provided
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Service is wireless only. You'll need a wireless capable computer to use the free service.
- Other Amenities
- Wrap-around porch with Swing, Rocking Chairs, Adirondack Chairs, and Hummingbird feeders to enjoy the wildlife and view. Tin roof covered porch upstairs with eating area. Claw foot Tub in downstairs bath. Electric Fireplace in upstairs Master can be enjoyed from the bed or the Jacuzzi Tub. Pool Table in Loft. Stone wood-burning Fireplace. 3 Satellite TV's with DVD's and a VCR. Ceiling Fans in bedrooms. Board Games and books. Non-smoking inside.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Pets are accepted on a case-by-case basis. An additional fee applies.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Other Activities
- Ghost Town in the Sky, Cataloochee Ski Resort, Visit the Elk at Cataloochee Valley, Horseback Riding, Hiking, White Water Rafting, Trout Fishing, Bird Watching, Snow Skiing & Tubing in the winter, Miniature Golf, Gem Mining, Golfing, Cherokee Indian Reservation & Harrah's Casino, Biltmore Estate, Blue Ridge Parkway & Great Smoky Mountains National Park nearby. Plus many more ideas in the "Things to Do" folder provided for you at the Cabin.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
September 2009 rate is $160/night .. $800/week
All other dates: $175/night (2 night min.) .. $875/week
$200 Refundable Security Deposit (Security Insurance also available)
$50 Hot Tub fee (drained, cleaned, and refilled between each guest)
Reservation fee & North Carolina lodging taxes apply
All Pets are case-by-case. Pet fee varies based upon length of stay.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Maggie Valley
The land on which A World Apart sits was originally owned by Pam’s uncle. He started the cabin in 1985 and literally built it board by board by himself. It was a retreat for him and his family and went through numerous design changes but the interior was never completed. With its lack of insulation, few exposed frame walls, and roughed in plumbing and electrical, it was a fun place for getaways where no one could find them.
In 2006, he and Pam’s aunt decided that their priorities had changed and offered the property to us. That set off a two year adventure of weekly drives to the property, more Lowes trips than I ever thought possible, and a frustrating and painstakingly slow yet rewarding process of reworking and completing the interior of the cabin and bringing it up to current building code. The majority of the work was done by our family including all the framing, electrical, heating and air, insulation, cabinetry, tile work, flooring and stairs (which was milled from red oak trees from our primary house), and too many other details to recall them all. It was a labor of love that nearly broke us in so many ways.
We tried to pull from the best of the cabins we had visited around the Smokies and at the same time, add a little of our own flair and style. We are quite pleased with the result and have been rewarded by the many kind words and stories from our guests. The name “A World Apart” came quite naturally and after your visit we hope you’ll understand why.
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin
It’s all about location. Our cabin sits just a few minutes West of Maggie Valley, Ghost Town, and Cataloochee Ski Resort. The Blue Ridge Parkway runs along the back side of the mountain. Even being so close to these amenities it feels as though you are on a quiet hiking trail in the middle of the Park. Our 5.5 acres is surrounded on all sides by vacant properties so that there is literally no other sign of civilization within your view. The only sounds are the wind through the trees, the creek running through the hollow below, and nature living the way it was intended.
Our Cabin. Google's map of the area is wrong, so this is an approximation. I guess we're so secluded that Google doesn't even know how to find us. :-)
http://www.ghosttowninthesky.com/ Step back into the Wild West at this timeless, family-fun destination offering rides fit for the youngest buckaroo to the bravest outlaw. Ghost Town also features sta
http://www.cataloochee.com/ Offers Winter Skiing fun for the whole family.
The entrance to the parkway is only a few minutes from the cabin and offers a beautiful drive to Cherokee or Asheville with incredible vistas and great day spots.
http://www.tubemaggievalley.com/ Open in Winter, this is a 5-lane snow tube with a moving carpet lift. Fun for the whole family.
The BEST breakfast in the valley! There's a reason the lines are out the door until noon. http://www.joeyspancake.com/
Great Pizza and Greek Salads. Stay away from the pasta. They deliver to the cabin as well! :-)
Great Wings and Sliders (mini hamburgers). Lots of TVs. It's the place to hang out for the game or race.
very good steaks. If your looking for the special place for a Birthday, Anniversary, or Honeymoon, this is the place. It's upscale, but still has some Southern charm. Go here for a coupon: http://
This is practically an instiution in the valley and no trip would be complete without a stop at Granny's. Very good fried chicken and pork chops served family style.
This is where you'll find the elk. They come out of the forest at dusk to graze in the meadows. Well worth the trip. It's Cade's Cove but on a smaller and MUCH less populated basis. There's also so
Owner's Map of Maggie Valley
We've both had a love for the Smokies throughout our lives. Annual retreats to their splendor, beauty, and peace have been a part of our lives since we were small children. They made such an indelible impression on us that we said our vows in their midst and even derived the names of both our boys from some of our favorite locations. It's only natural that when we need a reprieve from our hectic lives that we head to the bosom of these old mountains. Just one breath of cool, crisp morning air seems to put everything back in its proper place. We hope you too can find a little of that mountain magic. --Brien and Pamela Charlotte, NC
Property Photos
- Welcome Home! - Maggie Valley Mountain Cabin
- Rockers, Swing, & BBQ for peaceful days on the Full Wrap-Around Porch - Maggie Valley Mountain Cabin
- Secluded Six Person Hot Tub to soak your cares away! - Maggie Valley Mountain Cabin
- Open Living Room with picture window and Game Table
- Queen Sleeper Sofa and comfy Loveseat invite you to stretch out and relax
- Fully-Equipped and Well-Stocked Kitchen with seating at Bar
- Dining Area Seats Six (2 arm chairs at game table)
- Downstairs Bedroom features a Queen size bed
- Gaming Area with Pool Table and View from Loft
- Looking through French Doors to the Covered Balcony & Outside Dining Area
- King-Size Sleigh Bed in the Master Bedroom
- Massive Floor-to-Ceiling Wood Burning Fireplace
- Inviting Antique Clawfoot Tub Downstairs
- Master features a Large Jetted Tub with Romantic View
- Both Bathrooms include a Walk-in Shower
- Snow's just starting to fall; Fire's warm and inviting. Won't you stay awhile?
Guest Comments (24)
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[Note from Owner: I'm not sure what to make of this comment, but hopefully they enjoyed their time with nature. I've always heard the Crab Cracker Chipmunk is the most dangerous species. Now we have proof.] It was a nice, sunny day. Suddenly, the chipmunks attacked. They invaded by the 100’s. We fought them off for nearly 3 hours, but we failed. Many of them had crab crackers. 15 of us campe up, 3 of us came down. The chipmunks took the rest. The 3 of us continued to hold them off, but since the Direct TV wasn’t working, we lost Bill. BIIIILLLL!!!!! 2 weeks after the first attacks the chipmunks broke in. They came in through the windows, fireplace, toilets, etc. There’s too many of them. N000000000ooooooo........ [2nd Note from Owner: We had to have our DirecTV system redone so it was out of service for a few weeks. We're happy to report that all is well with it now (and no more sightings of Crab Cracker Chipmunks have been reported).]
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Guest from Newport News, VA and Ocala, FL entered the following in our cabin's guest book: A quiet retreat, especially with the cable out of service. But, amazingly, a 16 year old survived – we feel only 10-15 hours of therapy and he will be “normal” again. The road up/down becomes a bit unnverving after days of rain, but the Japenese made auto did a fine job. The home is lovely and well equipped (we forgive your lack of Crab Crackers) but would have loved to be able to open a door or window and relish the cool night air. So screens would be our suggestion. We had a lovely time – for the 2 of us from Virginia, it was our first trip and most enjoyable. The Floridians have been here several years running. [Note from Owner: We took their advice and added screen doors so relishing of cool night air is now possible. :-)]
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A guest from Melbourne, FL entered the following in our cabin's guest book: We had a great time visiting the area and staying in your quaint cabin. This was our 1st trip to the Smoky Mts. What a great place to escape the summer humidity of FL! Our favorite day was spent driving the Blue Ridge Parkway and hiking to the waterfall at “Graveyard Trail”. If you do this hike make sure to climb above the 1st part of the fall to see the much more impressive fall beyond. We also spent an afternoon at Sliding Rock. If you like adventure this is for you – very fun! Thanks for sharing your cabin, the hot tub was very nice, as was the peaceful privacy.
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A guest from Chicago, Il entered the following in our cabin's guest book: We had a wonderful time with the cabin and enjoying the surrounding area. It’s a great central location between the park, Asheville, Wine country, etc. Enjoyed grilling and eating out in town (Arf’s!). We would love to fit it in to our vacation schedule sometime in the future – so much more to see.
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A guest from Butler, PA entered the following in our cabin's guest book: Our first time in the Smokies. We had a great time in a lovely home. The outdoors was very nice. Fireplace smelled pretty strong all week even though we didn’t have a fire. We hiked, took the train, and mostly viewed the waterfalls. We loved the waterfalls!!! I know if I come back here “Owl” have a good time!!! [Note from Owner: We apparently had a guest get a little wild with the fireplace or perhaps didn't open the damper before lighting one. In any case, a good cleaning, airing out, and bottle of Febreeze later and all is well. :-) ]
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A guest from Warner Robins, GA entered the following in our cabin's guest book: Love this time of the year. We had a great time in this cabin, only wish they had screens on the windows so you could let the nature’s air come inside and bath the cabin in fresh air. We saw all kinds of wildlife to include turkeys, chipmunks, squirrels and plenty of birds. My wife refilled the hummingbird feeders and they went wild over them. [Note from Owners: The screens were out for cleaning and repair at the time of their visit, but have since been replaced. Feel free to bathe in fresh air. :-) ]
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A guest from Fayetteville, NC entered the following in our cabin's guest book: We had a wonderful time here in Maggie Valley and our stay at your cabin. I’ve been visiting the mountain region for over twenty years starting with my four brothers and parents. Now that I’m a grown adult the mountains still beckon me. For the past ten years I’ve been visiting Maggie Valley and renting Cabins. We’ve pretty much seen everything so this visit was spent mostly in the cabin relaxing in the hot tub, and on the many decks. The drive up to the cabin was an adventure in itself, with our little Chevy car. Once at the cabin I enjoyed seeing the humming birds outside on the front deck, and the chipmunks running across the terrain. We did have a visitor that flew in for a visit. I was closing up the upstairs doors to the loft when all of a sudden a bird flew in. She didn’t stay long, and flew right back out. The next morning I realized she has a nest in the far right hand corner of the cabin outside the left area where the pool table sits. So, I just thought I might share that information for other visitors to the cabin. (Beware of the Momma Bird!) Also watch out fot bees, they were out and about. Other than the bird and the bees, Ha. Ha!! We had a wonderful stay. Thanks so much for sharing your cabin with us. See ya next year. God Bless and peace.
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A guest from New Market, TN entered the following in our cabin's guest book: What peace and tranquility. The cabin is lovely with everything one needs to feel at home. At a time with the economy out of control and our government gone wild it's nice to know there's a place like this where we can become "A World Apart."
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A guest from Leesville, SC entered the following in our cabin's guest book: Your cabin is very pretty. We enjoyed the seclusion. It allowed us to get some much needed relaxation.
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A guest from Nashville, TN entered the following in our cabin's guestbook [It's another of our favorites]: We had a great time at your cabin! Thank you! We weren't planning on spending too much time actually AT the cabin. We were planning on going skiing, but it turned out to be 70 deg, so we just went to Asheville and hung out at the cabin, hiking, and going in the hot tub. Thank you again for your awesome cabin! My whole family -- me, my brother, and my parents enjoyed our stay!