Location: Bryson City, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (Alarka - 5 min south of Bryson City, 1 hr west of Asheville) View Map
Accommodations: Cabin, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 2-6)
Keywords: Cabin
Come and enjoy this 1500 square foot (2300 under roof), log-sided cabin!
This Non-Smoking cabin features wall to wall wood floors, fourteen foot cathedral ceilings,sixteen foot sliding glass doors in the family room that open onto a sixty foot deck overlooking a truly breathtaking spectacular westward view. Each bedroom is oversized and the master bedroom has a king size bed while the 2nd room has queen size bed. Both have a large private bathroom and sliding glass doors that also open up onto the massive deck. A double sided gas fireplace enhances the family room and master bedroom. All amenities are new. Enjoy incredible romantic sunsets every evening from the partially covered 60 x 12 deck that faces West, only to be followed by a display of shooting stars later that night while roasting marsh-mellows around the fire pit. You can faintly hear and see the Smokey Mountain Scenic Train from 4000 feet up as it transverses the mountain side twice daily.
This cabin is centrally located to the area in order to provide visitors with the convenience of easy accessability to many of the local attractions. This area is known as the recreational center of the southeast. Whether your interest is golf, fishing, hiking, biking, whitewater rafting, shoping or sightseeing you'll spend no more than 15 to 20 min. in the car to get there. Spend the day aboard the The Great Smokey Mountain Railroad for a day of sightseeing. The Natahala Outdoor Center(NOC)is a favorite for many families interested in class 2 & 3 rafting. Try your luck at Harrah's Casino and don't forget to visit the Biltmore Estates. Want a romantic historic evening out for dinner? Our favorite is the Frymont Inn in Bryson City. We have enjoyed many of these activities each and every year, we hope you do too.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Covered Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Gas Cook Top, Full Kitchen with Maple Cabinets, Stainless Steel Refrigerator, Covered Parking(Carport), Outside Fire Pit, Please NO SMOKING inside the house and sorry we love ours too, No Pets
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly : small children must be accompanied by adult at all times.
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Restaurants
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Shopping at Waynesville, Asheville and Highlands
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
WEEKLY RATE ... $1050/week(7 Nites) (Saturday nite through Saturday).
NIGHTLY RATE .. $165/night (3 night minimum). Holidays Subject to Change
ADD: $ 90 Cleaning Fee.
NOTE: $200 deposit secures your reservation and is used for any renter damage.
Sorry, No Smoking in cabin and please NO PETS.
Must be 25 years of age to rent.
RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE, YOU ARE LOCKED IN AT RATE UPON MAKING DEPOSIT.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Bryson City
Bryson City give us that small town feel that just happens to be centrally located for a lot of outdoor adventures such as; biking, rafting, lake and river fishing. Our view is hard to beat.
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin
A very unique and peaceful Westward view. Sunsets are amazing. Evening skys are speckled with stars. Just enough seclusion to escape the daily grind.
Owner's Map of Bryson City
Susie and I had the opportunity to build this cabin in 2003. We love the view and love sharing it with others. We consider this area of North Carolina our special getaway.
Property Photos
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- America the Beautiful! - Bryson City/Alarka, NC - North Carolina Vacation Lodging Rental - Heaven's Gate Cabin!
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- Heaven's Gate - Bryson City/Alarka, NC - North Carolina Vacation Lodging Rental - Heaven's Gate Cabin!
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- Spectacular sunsets - Bryson City/Alarka, NC - North Carolina Vacation Lodging Rental - Heaven's Gate Cabin!
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- Above the clouds, view from the deck
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- Sixty foot deck
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- Sliding glass doors open onto deck
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- Master bedroom fireplace
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- Fireplace in the Family Room
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- Kitchen
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- Master Bedroom
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- Guest Bedroom
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- fire pit overlooking senic view
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- roads up to cabin
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- Elevated tee box at smoky mountain golf course
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- Local gobblers
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- Local river 10 min. away
Traveler Reviews (9)
Quiet Getaway!
Guest: BJ
(Kissee Mills, Mo.)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11
Review Submitted: 11/22/11
We had a marvelous time at Heaven's Gate. As the ad says 'Spectacular Mountain View' was no joke! The view was magificant! The accomodations of Heaven's Gate could not of been better, clean, spacious and downright homey! We would recommend this rental to everyone wanting a quiet getaway!
Owner response:Thanks Barbara. please consider us again.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
Great Fall Preview Stay
Guest: Mark and Jean
(Ames, IA)
Date of Stay: 09/10/11
Review Submitted: 09/24/11
We enjoyed a week-long stay at Heaven's Gate in the middle part of September. On arrival it was obvious that the property had been quite accurately represented: The cabin was very clean, well maintained, and nicely equipped. We had no difficulty finding our way up the mountain and found the route itself scenic and fun by itself. The view from the deck was stellar: We made a point to not miss a sunset and it was a wonderful way to cap each day. We enjoyed the wildlife including many songbirds, turkeys, raccoons, and inquisitive squirrels. It was a pleasure to return from our hikes in the Smokies each day and relax at this wonderful retreat. We would gladly return to Heaven's Gate ourselves and recommend it to anyone looking for mountain (and valley!) scenery from a comfortable and well outfitted cabin.
Owner response:Thanks Mark. Love those sunsets. You guys are always welcomed back. steve/susie
Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Heaven's Gate...truly heavenly!
Guest: Greg & Jean
(Cocoa Beach, FL)
Date of Stay: 07/12/11
Review Submitted: 07/27/11
Our stay at Heaven's Gate exceeded all of our expectations! And, the view is all that was advertised & more! We have stayed at many cabins in NC & all have been nice, but Heaven's Gate has the best view by far! It would be difficult to find a long-range view that surpasses. It goes without saying that the retreat was nicely furnished, super clean, & comfortable. Everything we could need was provided & even the windows were spotless - a must for enjoying this bit of mountain paradise! The owners really care about the experience of their guests as evidenced by their phone call the day of our arrival to check to see we needed anything & to remind us to call them if they could be of any assistance. If the view doesn't keep you busy all day, Bryson City has great area attractions. Plus, the cabin is so close to the grocery, downtown, & area restaurants. Heaven on Earth!!! Thank you, Steve & Susie, for sharing your beautiful piece of heaven with us! Hope to return soon! A wonderful experience filled with wonderful memories!
Owner response:Thank you. July is one of our most favorite months to visit the cabin. As there is so much to do at that time, from White water rafting to visiting the Biltmore. Please consider us again in the near future upon you return visit. sc
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
great view, very quiet location, nice amenities
Guest: Birdie
(Grand Haven, MI)
Date of Stay: 06/04/11
Review Submitted: 06/17/11
This cabin is everything the owner says it is and more! We could not believe the views from the front deck, the amenities inside, even the wi-fi works great! Couldn't ask for anything more. Only suggestion is make sure you have a good vehicle to get up the hills as there are four switchbacks and it is all gravel road -- a four wheel drive vehicle would be best. We would love to come back in the fall to see the colors......I have never been disappointed with VRBO.....
Owner response:Thanks guys. We appreciate the kind words and your business. sc
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
Wonderful Visit
Guest: Happy Travelers
(Southeast)
Date of Stay: 10/21/10
Review Submitted: 10/25/10
Cabin was wonderful, view was beautiful. We had a great time.
Owner response:Thank you. Keep us in mind next year. steve cox
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.
Heaven,s Gate - really is!
Guest: M&M
(Coumbus Ohio)
Date of Stay: 09/25/10
Review Submitted: 10/18/10
This was our second time here. The view and cabin are both excellent.The most relaxing 2 weeks we have spent anywhere, bar none! The location is very private with easy access to Bryson City, the National Park, Cherokee, etc. Having breakfast on the deck with a view that can't be matched is priceless! The view is great from anywhere in the cabin.Our favorite is the view first thing in the morning, the clouds below us with just the mountain peaks visible! The cabin is clean and well maintained. The owner is friendly and helpful. There are many good places to eat in Bryson City.
Owner response:Thanks, always a pleasure to have you back. Susie/Steve Cox
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
Relaxing and Reenergizing
Guest: Chuck
(Huntsville, Al)
Date of Stay: 08/16/10
Review Submitted: 08/29/10
My wife and I stayed Aug16-19 at Heavens's Gate. Due to the fabulous view off the deck we ate breakfast there every morning and viewed the sunset every night. The view is as advertised. The Cabin is nicely furnished and very inviting. It is centrally located to the things we enjoy doing (gem mining, rafting and driving the Blue Ridge Parkway and just relaxing). We will definitely being staying there next year when we go to the smokies if it is available.
Owner response:Thanks Chuck. Your always welcomed back. steve cox
Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing.
Beautiful views and a nice, clean, comfortable house
Guest: Zoe
(Durham, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10
Review Submitted: 08/05/10
Heaven's Gate looked exactly as it does in the photos. It's cute and decorated in a bear and moose mountain theme. The house was clean, well-equipped and obviously well-maintained. The best part is the huge deck that faces W/NW. The view is absolutely stunning! There are rockers, a picnic table, a swing and a game table out there and that is where we spent almost every minute of our waking time while at the house. Since the house is on a ridge, we were able to see thunderstorms way off in the distance, we watched clouds float beneath us, and the sunsets were all unique and epic. On clear nights we could see lots of stars. There's lots to do nearby, too. We hiked the Appalachian Trail, saw three waterfalls, intertubed, ziplined, gem mined, had picnics, and we visited several interesting historical sites in the area, (Cherokee, the Nantahala outdoor center and Bryson City are all nearby.) The trip was very relaxing and fun. The only negative would just be the challenging drive up to the house. The road is gravel, one lane wide, steep in parts, and there are three switchbacks. After driving it a couple times, it got easier, but I HIGHLY recommend arriving in daylight the first time. I doubt you could get views like that without driving up a mountain, and it certainly is worth the effort. All-in-all, I think "Heaven's Gate" is terrific and we plan to go back as soon as we can!
Owner response:thank you very much for the kind words. You are our first reviewer. steve cox
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Weekend at Heaven's Gate
Guest: Eric & Lisa J.
(Easley, SC)
Date of Stay: 05/28/10
Review Submitted: 06/07/10
Heaven's Gate is exactly as described and more! The pictures are true to the views and the cabin. The views are magnificent! The house was beautifully furnished and very comfortable. The kitchen has everything that you need to prepare meals or just snacks. We had a great time sitting on the porch reading and looking at the mountains. The fire pit was a fun experience! We enjoyed roasting marshmallows while star gazing and listeing to the night creatures. We visited Bryson City on Saturday. We had a great Cuban sandwich at The Filling Station sandwich shop. We also had a good meal at The Station Restaurant that evening. The coffehouse The Cork and Bean was a nice place to end the evening. We have rented from several other owners thru VRBO, but none compare to Steve and Susie. Steve and Susie were very helpful and quick to answer our questions about Heaven's Gate. I would recommend this property to any one who wants to spend time relaxing while being very close to activities. My husband and I plan to return to Heaven's Gate to go white water rafting/tubing, to go to Cherokee to see the play "Unto These Hills" (about the Cherokee nation), and to take the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad trip.
Owner response:Thanks Eric/Lisa, Bryson City has that small town feel that you always hear about. Someday we hope to move there. Again, thanks for taking the time to review your experience with Heaven's Gate. Steve/Susie Cox
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
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