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Cozy Forest Tiny Cabin • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Pets Welcome • Near NOC & GSMR

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A wooden cabin interior with a bed, a ladder, and a door leading outside.
A two-story house with a porch and a fenced deck, surrounded by trees.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator and a dining table.
A backyard with a stone fire pit, outdoor seating, a hot tub, and a covered patio area.
A kitchen counter with two glasses of red wine, a cheese board with various cheeses and grapes, and a coffee maker.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Deck or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Almond, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Almond

Located in Almond, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Junaluska Medicine Trail and Fontana Village Resort Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Nantahala National Forest. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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Almond, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 23 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 23 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 26 min drive - 35.4 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 37 min drive - 52.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪River's End Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Bear Sweetery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kallistos - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Forest Tiny Cabin • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Pets Welcome • Near NOC & GSMR pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Cozy Forest Tiny Cabin • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Pets Welcome • Near NOC & GSMR?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Forest Tiny Cabin • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Pets Welcome • Near NOC & GSMR?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Forest Tiny Cabin • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Pets Welcome • Near NOC & GSMR?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Forest Tiny Cabin • Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Pets Welcome • Near NOC & GSMR located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Fontana Lake. Tuckasegee River and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 60 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 60 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 60 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 60 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a good stay thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cozy, clean, and overall an excellent place to stay! far enough away from everything but still just close enough. can’t wait to come back(:
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is secluded and extremely quiet - located in what seems to be a very nice and affluent area adjacent to a neighborhood that seems to be a mix of locals / second homes and other rentals. It is conveniently located between Bryson City and the Nantahala Outdoor center and all of the trails and activities are not more than 30 minutes to an hour drive at the most. The cabin itself was cozy and clean. We loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Super clean, secluded and peaceful!! My family really enjoyed our stay here and can’t wait to be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful placeNice n cozy
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing Stay at Hummingbird Haven! 🦋I couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay in North Carolina! Hummingbird Haven was cozy, peaceful, beautiful, and had everything we needed for a perfect mountain getaway. The location was absolutely gorgeous and made it easy to enjoy all the beauty and adventures the area has to offer.A huge THANK YOU to Shelby, our wonderful host! She was so kind, welcoming, and made sure our stay was everything we hoped for. You can truly tell how much love and thought she has put into this special little cabin.If you’re looking for a peaceful place to relax, recharge, and make unforgettable memories, I highly recommend Hummingbird Haven! Thank you, Shelby, for helping make our trip so special!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Got Engaged on This Trip

Beautiful stay right in the middle of everything in a “everything is like 45 min away” meaning which was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shelby was very responsive to our late arrival. Great remote location for my family to relax with plenty of amenities. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a gorgeous cabin retreat! The directions to find it were well written. The cabin itself was clean, beautifully decorated, and well stocked for anything you would need. The hot tub was a wonderful treat, sitting on the back deck in the hot tub surrounded by the forest was the perfect relaxation! We loved this place and will definitely keep it in mind for future trips!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hummingbird haven

Peaceful and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tiny but fancy

We had a great time. Although it is a small place, we never felt cramped or crowded. The place had everything you'd need. We loved all the hiking nearby, shopping and eating in Bryson City, and relaxing in the hot tub. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A slice of Heaven in the North Carolina woods

This cottage was the perfect place for a quiet week. Easy access to Bryson City and the National Park, with good hiking in the Nahantala Forest too! And, if rafting is your thing, just head west on US-74 for a few minutes and you're there! But, mostly, it's the place to relax and unwind -- just "let it go."
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful week in North Carolina

We had real nice relaxing week. Property was as described, no issues, clean, very peaceful. Weather was beautiful all week, hot tub at night with a full moon was priceless. We did the train ride, saw elk, fontana dam, walked trails in Smokies. Saw waterfalls and made the 2hr drive to Chimney Rock State Park....that was amazing park. Overall great place to stay and wonderful late September vacation. Thank you
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was great. Shelby was proactive in checking in with us to see if we got in okay and had any concerns. Answered quickly when I called her with a question
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas Vacation

We spent our Christmas holiday at this cozy space. We enjoys snuggling up in the king bed for family movies and the kitchen has enough to cook all of our meals. The outside is very private with a covered space to enjoy. The location is perfect. Right off the interstate so easy to get to alot of areas for exploring but tucked away for enough privacy. We visited the polar express, tube world, Bryson city, and Cataloochee valley for elk watching. 10/10 would recommend this stay. Looking forward to returning to explore more of the surrounding areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fishing trip

My husband and I like coming to the area to do some fishing. We loved this little cabin and the beautiful surroundings. We had beautiful weather and all the spring flowers and spring blooms were on the trees. The view from the front porch looked over a yard with purple and pink blooms on the trees, and a pretty gravel road with a small creek running beside it. The back yard was surrounded by woods with a lot of privacy. We enjoyed the fire pit and the hot tub in the evenings, so incredibly relaxing. We also enjoyed grilling several of the fish we had caught on the grill. The inside was decorated very cute, it was clean, and had everything we needed. We definitely will be back to this little cove!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute cabin

The cabin was nice. Everything we needed was basically there. Cooking stuff, paper products, even dish soap. No issues accessing cabin except 1st night. We arrived after sunset and the cabin was a smidge difficult to find. I’d suggest jotting down door code before coming off main road. The internet was scarce of course when we arrived. The only major issue for us was the bed. It isn’t comfortable at all, someone else may find the bed fine but I prefer a thicker mattress. I think the living room Would benefit with another sofa or oversized chair. There really wasn’t anywhere to stretch out at night except for the bed. Overall our stay was great. If the mattress was switched out and more seating options added I would definitely rent this cabin again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

We’ve stayed here before and knew what to expect. It’s a cute small cabin in the woods and it’s close to the Almond marina which was great. Nice that it has a grill and for a small kitchen it really has everything you need. We saw a spider the size of my hand when packing up to leave which honestly is fine given the fact it’s a cabin in the woods. The mattress is also not comfortable which I can get past given the price of the rental. What I had a hard time w is the cleanliness of the hot tub. It looked a little murky but smelled strongly of chlorine so we figured it was fine. We both ended up w a horrible rash from the bacteria in the tub. I actually got one last time we stayed but didn’t equate it to the hot tub. They need to drain and decontaminate the hot tub so it doesn’t happen to another guest. Chlorine doesn’t kill everything and given the number of guests and frequent use of the tub it’s important they’re treating and cleaning it appropriately.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2021
HI Meghan We were happy to host you another time! We are surprised to see the comments in your review since we received no communications from you during your entire stay. Our hot tub maintenance person is certified to properly clean and maintain the sanitization of the tub. He tests it and cleans it weekly and sometimes more as needed. If you had shared your concerns during your stay we would have sent him over the same day to look at the tub. The guest before and after your stay did not have an issue so perhaps you have an allergy to chlorine? I am so sorry that you had an issue! Our primary goal is our guests comfort and satisfaction. We also have Terminix Pest Control come out quarterly to keep up with the critters that inhabit the area. Should you have alerted me to your "visitor" I could have also called my rep and had him out within 24 hours as well. I am glad you enjoyed some of the aspects of our tiny home that is nestled against a peaceful forest. We have not had any comments about the mattress until now but will check it out to see if it is time to replace it! We appreciate all of your feedback and hope your next trip to the mountains is a more pleasant one.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall a great stay in a cozy cabin away from everything. It was super cute and had everything we needed. My only issue was regarding the bedding; the king mattress in the bedroom is old, hard, and uncomfortable and I was not able to sleep on it but my partner had no issues. However, the pull out sofa bed was very comfortable and I was able to get great sleep on our vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and found Hummingbird Haven to be a cozy getaway with everything you needed. We also appreciate your comments about the mattress. The king mattress is actually a newer one that we selected in a medium-firm comfort level, hoping it would be a good fit for the widest range of sleepers. We know that mattress comfort is very personal, and what feels perfect to one guest may not be ideal for another. We’re happy to hear your partner found it comfortable, and we’re especially glad the pull-out sofa provided you with a great night’s sleep. Thank you again for staying with us. We’d love to welcome you back to the mountains for another relaxing getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great secluded cabin to hide away in. Just what we needed.The host offers exceptional customer service!Look forward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute little cabin. We very much enjoyed our stay and would definitely rent it again. The host was very friendly and helpful. The room and property was clean and well maintained
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Such a relaxing vacation! You’re pretty well secluded, relaxing hot tub, wonderful views, and so much more. Owner was super friendly and easy to communicate with as well 😊 We will most certainly be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden gem!

New favorite place!!! Away from the hustle, quiet, clean, and a hot tub!!! Just surrounded by beauty. Just very cool spot to get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location and setting!

This tiny home is perfectly located and was so clean and cozy. We stayed here to mountain bike at Tsali for a few days and the location was absolutely perfect for this. Only about 10 minutes from the trailhead. We also went to the Tapoco Lodge for lunch one day, Bryson City to shop and dine and then to the Nantahala Outdoor center for another dinner. This location felt centrally located to all of this and made it easy to get around. 100% would recommend if you and your partner or a friend are looking to get away for a few days!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
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