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Hummingbird Hideaway - Lake Pets Hike Fish

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Front
Deck
community lake for fishing or swimming
Living Room
Firepit

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Almond, NC
  • Place, Fontana Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

+1
2 Twin Beds, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

Hummingbird Hideaway - Lake Pets Hike Fish

Welcome to your dream mountain retreat! This cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bath cabin exudes rustic charm and offers the ultimate blend of comfort and nature.

Why You’ll Love This Cabin:
Beautiful Interiors: Step inside to find a warm, inviting atmosphere with a classic mountain feel. The cabin features a queen bed in the upstairs master suite, plus two charming downstairs bedrooms—one with a queen bed and another with a twin trundle bed, sharing a cute and well-appointed bathroom.

Modern Amenities: Smart TV with WiFi. Bring your passwords for your favorite streaming services.

Pets: Feel free to bring your furry friends to this pet-friendly property! Extra fee applies.

Fantastic Outdoor Spaces: Take in the fresh mountain air from two spacious decks, or fire up the BBQ grill for a delicious outdoor meal. Cozy up around the firepit with family or good friends.

Unbeatable Location: This cabin is walking distance to a grassy field with a pavilion, and a small lake perfect for kayaking or fishing, complete with a floating dock. Located in a rural, mountainous valley that was once a family tobacco farm, the property features a 5-acre pond for swimming, kayaking, and fishing.

Private Yet Convenient: While you'll feel completely secluded in this private valley setting, you’re still just a short drive from all the best attractions in western North Carolina. Whether you want to explore Fontana Lake with its miles of shoreline, hike local trails, or simply relax in nature, this location has it all!

What Our Guests Love: With a history of satisfied guests since 2014 and dozens of glowing reviews on other rental sites (vacation rental by owner #728604), people rave about the cabin’s décor, thoughtful design, top-notch amenities, prime location, and fantastic price.

Access and Parking: Guests have exclusive access to the entire cabin, two outdoor decks, and two spacious parking areas—perfect for cars, boats, or motorcycles. The upper driveway provides direct access to the front door, while the lower driveway offers easy parking right off the paved road, ideal for towing trailers.

Seamless Communication: While we won’t be on-site during your stay, we’re always just a message away through the chat feature on this platform, ready to answer any questions or provide assistance as needed.

Don’t Miss Out! Experience the beauty and tranquility of this unique mountain escape. Book now and make this delightful cabin your home away from home!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 728604
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

About the neighborhood

Almond

Almond is home to this cabin. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Pincu Pottery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Bryson City Gem Mine.
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Almond, NC

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 21 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 21 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 25 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 36 min drive - 52.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪River's End Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Kallistos - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stecoah Diner - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hummingbird Hideaway - Lake Pets Hike Fish pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hummingbird Hideaway - Lake Pets Hike Fish?

As of Jun 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hummingbird Hideaway - Lake Pets Hike Fish on Jun 25, 2026 start from $215, 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 Hummingbird Hideaway - Lake Pets Hike Fish?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hummingbird Hideaway - Lake Pets Hike Fish?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hummingbird Hideaway - Lake Pets Hike Fish located?

Situated in Almond, this cabin 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

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 135 out of 162 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 162 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 162 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 162 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 162 reviews

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

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home. We enjoyed our week together there.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin, we have nothing but good to say. Comfortable, clean, and super nice hosts!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, great house! Good location!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay, great location, beautiful home. Good value. Thank you for hosting us.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place to stay and get away with family. Only regret is we wished we could have stayed longer. Great communication from host.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Betrice Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host accommodated us and we are so grateful. Patrick was attentive gave him us great local recommendations. The area is quite and everyone was friendly. Just an absolutely wonderful time. Thank you so much.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie F.

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

Great property! Lots to do in the area!

Great owners and manager!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

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

Great place

Great place. Great location. We loved it
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

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

Cozy cabin

Cabin is very nice and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cory F.

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

Great little getaway!

Great little home, very clean and neat. Owner is super responsive and took great care of us. Beautiful area too
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

danielle d.

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

So amazing

The place is beautiful , so much fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Getaway

Perfect location for the casino and outdoor sports.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is wonderful. Beds are so comfy, water pressure is great, loved the convenience of having a dog pin already there. Extra blankets in every room! Loved that were heavy! Has everything you need for cooking!! Communicating with owner they are TOP OF LINE!!! THEY KNOW WHY . So much to do around this area!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda D.

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

Amazing stay

Very clean, organized and spacious. I love how they have a binder with everything you need to know. Very cozy and the owners were very welcoming and replied right away.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina G.

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

Welcoming, cozy cabin

Very nice cabin. Very clean with nice decor. Wooded so you feel like you are separate from others. Great location - close to Bryson city and Great Smoky national park. Also close to lots of hiking trails. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

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
Archival

8/10 Good

Melissa M.

Cozy, clean, & cute!

Perfect for the family...plenty of room for everyone idoors and out. The cabin was clean and the kitchen was well-equipped for nightly cookng. Dishwasher and hot tub would be a nice addition. Otherwise a lovely getaway! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2016
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 2, 2020
Thank you for your review and your suggestions. We are considering a dishwasher (but can't yet decide which cabinet to remove to fit it in). When we figure that out, we'll probably do it. We have discussed a hot tub, but the tub, electrical, and structural work would be at least $6,000 and then it has to be well-maintained, all of which would add to the rental rate. Not this year. We'll revisit the idea next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lance A.

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

Hummingbird

The cottage was wonderful. It had everything a family needed. There were helpful directions on how to use everything and where everything was. The hosts were super responsive! We are already discussing a return trip next month.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

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

Unplug and relax

The property is in a cocoon of trees with only the sounds of nature around you. Very relaxing, well stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, pretty decent wifi. Comfortable spaces to sit and chat, enjoy your coffee, read, or just stare at nature, both inside the house and outside. The area around offers lots of outside activities to stay active.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy N.

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

Weekend in the Smokies

Host is focused on ensuring the best possible experience with excellent communication and tips. The property was exactly as shown and perfect for our gathering. The Smokies are more beautiful than I imagined. The lush green mountains, clear water and fresh air... we plan to make it a regular visit. Just AWESOME!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Ronnie H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Our Stay

Kitchen sink leaking, Spiders all over house, very dirty upon arriving. Quiet place but they need to clean better and do better maintaining the property and the spiders.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 16, 2022
Thanks for letting us know. The sink leak has been fixed and spiders sprayed.
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark W.

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

Family Christmas

The cabin was nice. Cozy. Well appointed. Not able to stay the first night due to a broken water main. Came in on the second day. If there’s one thing- only 1 roll of TP per bathroom and 3
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Gigi and John

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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.

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English, Spanish

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