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Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train

Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train

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Living room with gas fireplace and sofa bed.
Living Room with cathedral ceilings
cool evenings under the stars
Interior
View of living room from upper balcony

Overview of Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Almond, NC
  • Popular LocationFontana Lake19 min walk
  • Popular LocationBryson City Gem Mine16 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Smoky Mountains Railroad24 min drive
  • AirportGatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)118 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom Lower Left

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Lower Right

2 Twin Beds

Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom downstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train

Enjoy a retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. You will fall in love with this cozy 3/2 chalet with a super quaint mountain-y feel! Nice mountain views and close to flat road so no problem for any car and no scary mountain roads.
(If bringing a boat or trailer, please park in lower driveway directly off paved road -- call for more info).

A mountain retreat in the woods yet close to everything! Get away to a relaxing, restful, restorative place. You will enjoy each other while gathering around the fireplace or at the firepit and sip a hot drink while taking in the clean mountain air and surroundings. Try your luck at fishing in our fully stocked community 5 acre pond. Gather at the large community deck to celebrate the day, swim, or toast to another beautiful day. Plenty of places to explore right in our valley while you walk out trails and quiet mountain roads. We can direct you up to the gazebo on the ridge top with 360°panoramic views, if you're up for the strenuous walk to the top you will be well rewarded with the view!
Nearby, explore endless hiking and biking trails like the AT and Tsali. For adrenaline junkies there’s whitewater rafting, ziplines, or kayaking on the Nanatahala River with the NOC. Fish and ski on nearby Fontana lake or visit the Fontana dam and historic village. The Great Smoky Mountain Scenic Train with special adventures like the Polar Express, etc, is only 15 minutes away in Bryson City.

Queen bed in upstairs master with ample room to make yourself at home including a private bathroom. On the main floor, one bedroom has a Queen bed and the other has 2 twin/trundle. Main floor bedrooms share a super-cute bathroom. There is a separate laundry room with extra-large washer & dryer. Note* we also provide a large dog kennel. please be sure to include your pets in your reservation and tell us about them. $60/pet/stay. No size restrictions.
Kitchen has everything to cook delightful meals for the whole family. Plenty of tableware, cookware and utensils. NOTE: No dishwasher.
All consumable products are renters responsibility to bring. There will be a starter amount of paper products/soap for the first day or so. Ingles in Bryson City is where most people do their provisioning.

Enjoy lunch or drinks on either of the two spacious decks. This cabin feels very private.
Hang out at the rock fire pit, and cook up some BBQ on our charcoal grill. For the adventurous types, there are trails and open spaces to explore right out our door!!

Sleeps 6 and has a sleeper couch(best for kids) for up to 8 people. WiFi internet and Dish TV. Streaming services available on TV; bring your passwords!
DVD library and board games, too. For those times when the Internet or Dish may be down... or just for the nostalgic fun of it! Unplug.

If our available dates don't work for your travel plans please ask about our other cabin on VRBO.

Located right in the heart of the Smoky Mountains in a secluded private valley with pond (bass stocked) and picnic pavilion. You can fish without a license on the private pond. Lots of easy to catch fish (bluegill, crappies,etc). Bring some rods.
Enjoy nearby fishing, kayaking, paddlboarding ( bring your own water toys) and swimming!
Shuffleboard and horse-shoe equipment in pavilion shed (combination for lock available in cabin).

A short walk leads to a common area which includes a 5-acre pond with a floating dock to fish or swim. There's also a football sized grass field with pavilion, horseshoes, BBQ, and shuffle board. Hiking trails all around cabin and the Fontana Lake access a mile away at Lemons Branch Marina. Perfect for a week with the family.

*** There are tons of outdoor activities nearby!
5 minutes - Fontana Lake swimming, water-skiing, canoeing, and boat rentals for a fun day on a beautiful fresh-water lake.
5 minutes - Tsali recreation area’s famous mountain biking trails for adventure, Stecoah Valley Arts Center, Yellow Branch Pottery and Cheese farm.
15 minutes - Nantahala Outdoor Center for kayaking, rafting, zip-lining, and horseback riding, restaurants and picnicking along the river.
15 minutes - restaurants, unique shops, local breweries, and the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad in Bryson City.
20 minutes - river tubing at Deep Creek, "The Road to Nowhere" hiking
25 minutes - casino at Cherokee for gambling or top name music performers.
Our Western North Carolina location is just over an hour to Asheville and 3 hours to Atlanta.
25 minutes to Fontana Dam and Historic Village or the "Tail of the Dragon"
Within 20-45 minutes of many quaint mountain towns (Waynesville, Sylva, Dillsboro, Cherokee, Franklin, Murphy, Santeetlah Lake).

FINE PRINT(House Rules):
1. Primary renter must be at least 25 years old and present the entire stay.
2. Our cabin is dog friendly with a $60 FEE per pet per stay. Undeclared pets will result in loss of your security deposit. Please do not allow dogs in bedrooms, on furniture or beds at any time and when unattended MUST be in a kennel or take them with you on leash, to explore the very pet friendly area. Dogs must always be on a leash anywhere outside of the cabin. Please do not allow dogs to bark or be a nuisance to others in the valley. Not adhering to these policies may result in loss of security deposit.
Additional cleaning services can be scheduled during your stay for an additional fee. Fee depends on what services you want, please communicate in the chat before or during your stay.

Please note that checkout is by 10 am. Late checkout without prior approval to confirm availability that day will result in a $50 late fee for each half hour after 10 am. Often there is a new guest arriving on the day of your departure so late checkout can not be approved. Pre-approved late checkout is on a case by case basis and the charge is determined by the amount of time extended.
If late fee or damages are
not paid within 3 days of departure the security deposit will be forfeited.
All communication before, during and after your stay will be in the VRBO chat, we will monitor for updates and for questions during your stay as well.
Thank you.

Surveillance devices disclosure: There is an outdoor camera that may record video and audio of the front porch and driveway.

Property manager

Gigi and Jhon
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children must be supervised at all times.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
$60 ea pet/stay, if pre-approved, or lose deposit.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking permitted OUTSIDE only. NOT inside.
Please clean up your dishes. Please put trash in bags and place in bins under stairs. NO PETS ON FURNITURE, in bdrms or unattended- may lose deposit
Undeclared pets and guests will result in loss of deposit. Contact hosts if original# changed after booking.
Arrive after 3 pm. Depart-10:00 a.m. unless pre-approved with fee or risk deposit. Respect other owners and guests and keep down outdoor noise.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Almond

Located in Almond, this chalet is in a rural area. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Pincu Pottery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Bryson City Gem Mine and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Appalachian Rivers Raft Company are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Almond, NC

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 19 min walk
  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 16 min drive
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 24 min drive
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 24 min drive
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rivers End Restaurant - 17 min drive
  • Kudzu Bar - 10 min drive
  • Pizza By the River - 17 min drive
  • Cardinal Coffee - 9 min drive
  • Stecoah Diner - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train located?

Situated in a rural location, this chalet is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Fontana Lake. Tuckasegee River and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Chalet in the mountains
We had a wonderful stay at this property. It is a cosy place in the mountains. Our family of 5 had plenty of room and enjoyed our stay here. The boys enjoyed fishing in the pond and playing in the valley yard just down the street from the house. This was a very low key vacation for us and stayed close by most of the time. We did venture to Bryson City (25 min away) and did the train ride which was fun and went to Cherokee (40 min away) once and saw elk. It was the perfect vacation for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great find !
Very cute off the beaten path! Quiet area! Very close to Bryson city and the polar express. The Great Smokies and Blue Ridge. Enjoyed ringing in New Year!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stecoah Almond area
This is a great rental home in the Stecoah Almond area. We enjoyed the outside deck and the home. It was perfectly set up for 2 familes ... 4 adults. There is a bedroom and bath upstairs that allows privacy for everyone. It is pet friendly and is well stocked with supplies. No issues with property management and everything that we wanted to use was in working order. It was exactly what we had expected and very relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2023 Fall Folliage Fun
Had a wonderful stay and cabin had everything we needed. Location close, within 30 mins, of all the activities we enjoyed. Would definately stay again. 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual grand kids weekend
We were very happy with the cabin and location. There is a beautiful pond in walking distance where we took the kids fishing. The surrounding area is quiet and full of nature. We were close enough to so many great activities so we went to Gatlinburg TN for a day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gigi and Jhon

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My husband and I are teachers who have been blessed to discover this wonderful valley!

Why they chose this property

I have been coming up here to vacation with my parents since I was a child. Now that my husband has also fallen in love with the area, we decided it was the only choice for our family vacation home! We love traveling and feel that of all the places we have been this is our very favorite place to be when we have time off. The house and the surrounding area provide everything a family might expect when they imagine vacationing in the Great Smoky Mountains.

What makes this property unique

Amazing location uniquely close to everything yet with rural seclusion.

Languages:

English

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