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Historic 1850s Log Cabin: Enjoy the holiday season in the Smokies. ❄️☃️❄️

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Exterior
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Balsam, NC
  • Place, Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Barber Orchard Fruitstand
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Balsam Spa
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Twin Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Historic 1850s Log Cabin: Enjoy the holiday season in the Smokies. ❄️☃️❄️

This Historic 1850’s hand-hewn Chestnut log cabin will transport you back to a simpler time on historic Balsam Mountain. The furnishings and décor are a mix of antique and new to give the feeling of a time long ago while being cozy and comfy. The cabin has a full kitchen, and several modern conveniences like heat/air and a whole house generator. Sitting around a non-buggy 4,500 feet on the mountain, enjoy panoramic views all year from the coverd front porch and flat entertaining area with fire pit. This 2-bed, 1.5 bath vacation rental is close to outdoor activities like hiking, whitewater rafting, skiing, and more. It's also close to many restaurants and breweries.

The cabin is 1.5 hours from Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and Dollywood accessed via a scenic drive through Smoky Mountain National Park.

Ashville is 45 Min: The Biltmore and More.

Hendersonville is 1 Hour: Apple Picking, Winerys, and More.

Great Skiing & Snowboarding: Cataloochee Ski Resort is less than 25 Min.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We do not allow any markers, crayons, etc. The patina on 150 year old logs can not be fixed if any accidents were to happen. Thank you

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3422260
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

About the neighborhood

Balsam

Balsam is home to this cabin. Shelton House and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Barber Orchard Fruitstand and Waynesville Recreation Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center, or consider a night out at Folkmoot Friendship Center. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Balsam, NC

What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Barber Orchard Fruitstand - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Balsam Spa - 12 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Hazelwood Soap Company - 12 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Waterrock Knob - 14 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Papas & Beer - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Maggie's Galley - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Fuego - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 1850s Log Cabin: Enjoy the holiday season in the Smokies. ❄️☃️❄️ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic 1850s Log Cabin: Enjoy the holiday season in the Smokies. ❄️☃️❄️?

As of May 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic 1850s Log Cabin: Enjoy the holiday season in the Smokies. ❄️☃️❄️ on Jun 1, 2026 start from $246, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic 1850s Log Cabin: Enjoy the holiday season in the Smokies. ❄️☃️❄️?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 1850s Log Cabin: Enjoy the holiday season in the Smokies. ❄️☃️❄️?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic 1850s Log Cabin: Enjoy the holiday season in the Smokies. ❄️☃️❄️ located?

Situated in Balsam, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance. Barber Orchard Fruitstand and Balsam Spa are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

RICK L.

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

This cabin is amazing, cozy, warm and inviting plus the perfect location close to great small towns

Been here before and will keep coming back. We hit so many craft breweries, great restaurants , fished, hiked, but most of all sat on the porch and relaxed.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wilson Y.

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

Mountain Splendor

Peaceful, panoramic & very restful
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

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

3 day getaway from Atlanta chaos

Great historic facility under professional management. Everything needed for a pleasant and effortless stay was provided. Would gladly revisit.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 24, 2023
Hi Gary, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a great review and for taking such great care of our cabin. You're welcome back anytime. Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin O.

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

4 day getaway

This was by far the best stay i have ever had. I have always used hotels and never rented a whole house before. The owner let us check in early and was awesome. The property was so quiet and welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2024
Hi Ben, Thank you very much for the wonderful review. I'm happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Welcome to the wonderful world of VRBO! You're welcome back any time. Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Been wanting to stay here for a few years now in the Fall but it was always booked up so decided to stay just recently(Spring) to celebrate my birthday. It is an amazing authentic hand hewn log home with period accurate furnishings and looks as beautiful in person as it does in the pictures. Lots of really cool little nooks and rooms to discover and it is loaded with American History. The attention to detail shows throughout this amazing log home. Had a question upon arrival and sent a message to the owner and got a quick response. Location is close to the quaint, charming towns of Sylva and Waynesville in a quiet, peaceful and relaxing area of Balsam. Hoping to get back there in the Fall! Highly recommended! ***** Steve & Susan, Il
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

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

Excellent Experience

Our stay was outstanding in every way. Sean was incredibly courteous and responsive throughout the entire process. The cabin was outstanding and had all of the amenities. I would highly recommend The Lazy Bear Cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 17, 2023
Hi Tom, Thank you for you wonderful review. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. Come back anytime. Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

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

Peaceful

Peaceful woodsy cabin with so many “outdoor” spaces to enjoy, beautiful views, close to Waynesville and our daughter in Sylva. Very authentic with a superb kitchen as we enjoy cooking on our vacations. Just as amazing as we remembered it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 11, 2023
Hi Michelle, Thank you for your wonderful review. My wife loves to cook at the cabin as well so there should be just about anything you could have needed. We look forward to your next stay. Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

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

Honeymoon

Spent the wkend here on our honeymoon. Pictures didn't do this place justice. Charming & cozy. Sean is awesome! Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary K.

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

Nice Cabin

Very nice, historic cabin - just the kind of place we like when we visit the mountains! Very clean, and all the necessities you need, and a beautiful, quiet view of the surrounding mountains. Be aware that if you have any mobility issues, there are stairs to climb both inside and out. Beautiful cabin - hope to stay there again someday!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa E.

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

Cozy Mountain Retreat

It was like being transported back in time, but with all the modern amenities. The Lazy Bear Cabin was decorated with so much attention to detail and period design. Sean was very helpful in suggesting awesome restaurants and activities as well and responsive with any questions I had. Would love to return some day!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 1, 2023
Hi Vanessa, Thank you so much for the wonderful review. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay. You and your family are welcome back anytime. Take care!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

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

Cozy cabin with unforgettable views

We couldn’t have found a more perfect cabin to stay in while visiting North Carolina! The cabin has a nostalgic feel and is immersed in nature. I knew I wanted to move to North Carolina but this trip has solidified it. Host Sean was very friendly and readily available for any questions/local recommendations. Family that didn’t stay with us were jealous of this find. Definitely will be staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 28, 2024
Hi Kyle, Thank you for your review. I'm happy to hear you enjoyed your time at Lazy Bear Cabin. The mountains are alway calling my name. I hope you can find a place up here some day, too. Take care
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Casey D.

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

Perfect getaway!

We had family visit us from Florida and didn't have enough room in our small home. This was absolutely perfect! They all talked about how well they slept while there and how peaceful and comfortable it was.I would recommend this place to anyone! Thanks so much!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allston L.

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

Lazy Bear Cabin

There is no better way to start your summer than a stay at Lazy Bear Cabin...well, visiting the cabin anytime is GREAT! The location of the cabin is PERFECT. You can be hiking on the Blue Ridge Parkway, enjoying a local beer at a brewery or exploring the Smoky Mountain National Park all in just a few minutes drive. The cabin itself is perfect for a mountain getaway. The front porch views, the fire pit get togethers, along with the wonderful amenities that are part of your cabin stay are just a few reasons why Allston and I return year after year to Lazy Bear!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 23, 2023
Thank you for the wonderful review and we really appreciate you picking Lazy Bear Cabin as your getaway. See you soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nick W.

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

The perfect cabin

This property has everything a family needs. The whole cabin feels smaller than it is. We loved waking up and having coffee on the screened porch off the master bedroom. The front porch with the cast iron stove was perfect for cold nights. There was plenty of room for our whole family. Checking in was a breeze and Sean was great with being available when we needed something. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Leslie R.

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

Adorable & Pleasant Cabin

Great stay, wonderful location, yet far enough out of the way to be very quiet. This is a great little place (photos may make it look larger than it is) but otherwise very, very comfortable. Very good parking, excellent Master Bedroom, nice living room, GREAT laundry room, but Kitchen and bathrooms are quite small. Terrific for a couple who want to spend time outside in a gorgeous mountain area and come home to a very cozy real wood cabin. My GPS measured the elevation at 3700 feet. Owner was quite helpful, and very prompt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

Just what we needed!

We picked Lazy Bear Cabin for a long weekend getaway to relax and unwind after a long and busy Summer. This was exactly what we needed. Quiet mountain walks, relaxing on the front porch, just watching the clouds roll by. We took a few naps in the hammock and enjoyed the beautiful scenery. Got lucky and caught the end of a gorgeous leaf change which was an added bonus. Every detail was thought through when the cabin was decorated, it really brings you back to a simpler time. We will definitely be back!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patty M.

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

Thanksgiving getaway

Cute, authentic cabin, well equipped with everything you could need. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Awesome Cabin

Beautiful, clean and well placed cabin. We enjoyed our stay perfect for us to enjoy our 29 yr wedding anniversary.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James B.

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

Great historic cabin!

This is a great cabin in NC montains. Plenty of space, beautifully decorated, comfortable, quiet, clean, up to date.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Great Location for Lazy Bears

Fantastic proactive communication from the owner. The location is ideal if you like seclusion, quiet (except for the birds), and amazing views. A little tricky to find at first, but the remoteness pays off. Lazy Bear cabin has everything you need. Super comfy leather couches in the living room and inviting outdoor space with a fire pit. The deck with rocking chairs off the laundry room is a great little spot to sit surrounded by rhododendron and forest songbirds. Really enjoyed how close it was to the charming small towns of Sylva, Dillsboro, and Waynesville. So many breweries, good restaurants, and shops.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Mountain Memories!

Perfectly situated in Balsam NC, right in the middle of Sylva and Waynesville this historic cabin will remind you of stories you may have heard from your own Grandpappy. A time when folks sat on their porch, sipping sweet tea while widdling sticks telling their stories to their neighbors and friends. A time when life was less hurried and less stressed. You’ll immediately sense an “Ahhh” deep in your soul when you arrive. With long range Mountain View’s and song birds singing their mountain songs, It will feel like you, too, just slipped back in time. Lazy Bear Cabin is a quaint mix of antiques and modern decor! From the amazing vintage stove (that really works and is not just for show!) to unique items, leather couches and comfy beds, the hosts left no detail un-noticed. The hosts provided thoughtful guest touches for us to use and enjoy throughout the cabin. What a wonderful family these hosts were! Sean, the host of Lazy Bear was very responsive to any and all questions we had. You don’t even have to venture out far for beauty in “these parts”! Just walking around this quiet neighborhood, we discovered 3 rushing creeks, various kinds of wild flowers, bees buzzing, groundhog’s, a whole pasture full of Tom turkeys and surrounding views of Western North Carolina that will leave you breathless. If you do go down the mountain, Sylva, less than 20 minutes away with great shopping and delish coffee spots like White Moon Coffee Shop. In the other direction, about the same distance, is Waynesville. It too has great shopping on brick lined sidewalks and yummy restaurants like Sweet Onion, Boo Jum and our favorite: Haywood Smokehouse. This is a place you won’t forget. We definitely won’t!! The atmosphere, location, the views, the adventures, the food... it’s all right here to make yours a story to pass on!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James A.

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

AAAA++++

This was a perfect cabin in the woods up in the mountains of North Carolina that had all the features and atmosphere we were looking for. Anyone looking for a getaway over a few days or a week, needs to try this cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RICK L.

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

Fishing trip with my sons

This place is amazing! Well care for you can tell the owner is very committed to keeping this place in tip top shape. Location is the perfect spot Waynesville Sylva Asheville Maggie Valley Franklin all close by. Will definitely return, I’ve finally found my go to Cabin!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

The Be/mountain experience

The best cabin/mountain experience. The cabin was amazing!!! The history of the cabin was an added benefit. Very cool to stay in an 1850’s cabin. We really liked the touch of some modern conveniences like wifi, etc., however enjoyed the cabin experience. The cabin had such great details like the deer and the fish on the wall and the bear on the front porch. I can go on and on. It was perfect!!! I highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassie B.

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

Lazy Bear Cabin

This is a great older cabin that has been updated. It has everything you need for a short or extended stay. Host is great with communication. Neighbors and area are quiet and safe and town isn't too far if need be. My son spent lots of time outside exploring around the cabin. Easy day drive to many hiking trails and towns to explore. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

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