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The Ark- Unwind with Mountain Views | Modern Cabin Amenities

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Living Room
Upstairs side living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Lake Junaluska, NC
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

The Ark- Unwind with Mountain Views | Modern Cabin Amenities

Experience stunning mountain views and a range of amenities at The Ark in Lake Junaluska. Enjoy seasonal canoe/kayak rentals, outdoor pool, tennis courts, playground, and scenic lake trails. This cozy cabin features 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, stone wood-burning fireplace, fully equipped kitchen, dining for 8, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Perfect for a relaxing getaway in Waynesville and Maggie Valley. Don't forget your cell phone; no landline available.  Please note:  Lake Junaluska amenities passes can be purchased separately.
No pets allowed. 
This property is managed by a North Carolina Real Estate Firm.  You will receive a North Carolina Vacation Rental Agreement from our Reservation system that must be signed as part of this agreement.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1945725vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Lake Junaluska

Lake Junaluska is home to this cabin. Shelton House and Colonial Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cold Mountain Gameland. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Queen's Farm Stables are also worth visiting.
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Lake Junaluska, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 1 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 32 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 38 min drive - 44.3 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 53 min drive - 71.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Angelo's Family Pizza & Pasta - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Ark- Unwind with Mountain Views | Modern Cabin Amenities pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Ark- Unwind with Mountain Views | Modern Cabin Amenities?

As of 2 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Ark- Unwind with Mountain Views | Modern Cabin Amenities on 19 Jul 2026 start from £133, 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 at The Ark- Unwind with Mountain Views | Modern Cabin Amenities?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Ark- Unwind with Mountain Views | Modern Cabin Amenities?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Ark- Unwind with Mountain Views | Modern Cabin Amenities?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Ark- Unwind with Mountain Views | Modern Cabin Amenities located?

Situated in Lake Junaluska, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Junaluska Golf Course, Blue Ridge Health - Haywood and Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center. Haywood Regional Medical Center and Pigeon River are also within 3 miles (5 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. 27 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really nice house in a great location. We loved the cabin feel off the inside. It was a good size for our family with each of us having our own bathroom and space. We will certainly recommend it to people who may be coming to the area for a visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2026
Thanks for much for posting your experience, future guests appreciate and so do we...
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint stay, exactly as described, great location, and a really cute cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2025
Thanks so much for the lovely review! We're thrilled you enjoyed your stay and that the cabin and location hit the mark for you. It means a lot to us that it felt just right. You were a wonderful guest, and we'd be happy to have you back anytime and happily recommend to future hosts
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd G.

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

Great location and accommodations

This property was perfect for our family! It has a great log cabin feel while being in walking distance to Lake Junaluska. Wonderful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
That's great Todd! We are happy you and your family enjoyed your stay by the lake and hope to see you for your next vacation! Sunburst Vacation Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Taylor N.

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

Great stay!

Our family had a great time. Home was exactly like posting!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Great place!

The house was as advertise. Clean and easy access to Waynesville and the rest of the lake property. Will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

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

Junaluska

We really enjoyed the property, and our family was very happy to have 3 bathrooms.Two living areas and a washer and dryer were just what we needed.The only thing I didn’t love was the narrow unpaved driveway that was a little difficult to see entering and exiting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2026
Hi Catherine, We notified the HomeOwner and have made improvements to the driveway, based on your feedback, thank you - Paula B, SVR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

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

Lovely home

Perfect location and house was great for our family of 6
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Hi Kimberly! Hope your family is well! Thanks for the review, we do appreciate you taking the time. And glad we finally found the mouse:) You're still offered a 10% discount if you book The Ark again. Come back and see us! Sincerely, Paula Guest Services
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard c.

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

The Ark

A rustic Cabin with country charm. Walking distance to Lake Junaluska and great access to transportation routes to all things in Western NC.The 4th Celebration was spectacular!Great restaurants nearby highlighted by Fat Buddies in Waynesville, and the Buttered Biscuit in Lake Junaluska.Rental communication was exceptional and responsive.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed the rustic charm and convenient location—Lake Junaluska really is such a special spot, and you can’t beat being close to everything Western NC has to offer. Sounds like you made the most of your stay—so glad you got to experience the 4th of July celebration! And yes, Fat Buddies and the Buttered Biscuit are local favorites—we’re happy to hear they made your list too. We truly appreciate your compliments on our communication. It means a lot to know our efforts helped make your stay smooth and enjoyable. We'd love to welcome you back anytime—there's always more to explore in the mountains! Thank you Richard! Paula B, Guest Services, Sunburst Vacation Rentals
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brent B.

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

Junaluska Anniversary.

Very nice 42nd anniversary long weekend in North Carolina’s High Country!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2024
Thanks so much for sharing your experience, and congratulations on your 42nd anniversary, wonderful to hear! -Paula B, Guest Services SVR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Don B.

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

Great Location

Very nice accommodations with a great location. You can be in Waynesville or Maggie Valley in a couple of minutes or Asheville or Cherokee in 30 minutes. Home is as described! Enjoyed the Stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Hi Don, Thanks so much for taking the time to review, we do appreciate! Stay safe and healthy, do come back and see us! Paula Guest Services
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn B.

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

Wedding Trip

The property was as shown. Plenty of space and bathrooms for us. Only issue was a noticeable smell in the home, all of our clothes smelled “musty” Great location, driveway is tricky and had a huge hole at the bottom. Otherwise great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review—we’re glad you enjoyed the space, bathrooms, and location. We're sorry to hear about the musty smell you noticed. This hasn’t come up in past reviews, but we take it seriously and have since done a deep clean and checked the HVAC system to make sure everything’s in order. We also appreciate the heads-up about the driveway and are looking into repairs. Thanks again for staying with us and helping us keep the home in great shape.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Not this location but great

Got moved to a different location but we loved it and would like to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Hi Dave, Thanks so much for going with the flow on the move, we appreciate your willingness and being a great guest! Sincerely. Paula SVR Guest Services
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista M.

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

Love the Location

Beautiful lake just steps away! We loved how close this house was to so many things, hiking, shopping, etc. The house was great for our group and we loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Krista, thank you for taking the time to share your experience at The Ark! Future guests appreciate and so do we. Wish you all the best for 2022 and hope to host you again! ~Paula
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morgan T.

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

Quaint and Quiet

This home is adorable and cozy. Close to town and other amenities. We didnt realize it was 1.5 hours from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, but we made the trip 2 times while there. Great spot for fishing. Home is spacious and beds were comfy! Would love to stay again when we come to this area!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul 2024
Thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience, you're not the first to think you're near PF:)! I'm so glad you enjoyed Lake Junaluska and our area, come back anytime! Paula B/Guest Services
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ola H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

A Charming Cabin

We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It is a cute place that accommodates a large family. It gives the feeling of a true cabin that has many amenities. We loved its proximity to everything, situated right by beautiful Lake Junaluska and right in between Waynesville and Maggie Valley. The managing office personnel were very responsive and helpful. Would love to come back with the family.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Ola, we would love to host you again. Thanks for being great guests!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Not the Ark - Hickory Hill House

Our stay at Hickory Hill House (which was graciously substituted for the Ark) was great. The home is lovely - very spacious and well appointed. There is plenty of parking. The sunroom on the back of the house was our favorite spot. The one small downside to the property was it's location near a highway which gave us some road noise at times.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Hi Nancy, Thank you for your feedback and appreciate your graciousness in the move we had to make. I'm so glad it worked for y'all. Take care and hope to host you again! Paula SVR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edna W.

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

Staying in the Ark

We enjoyed our stay at Lake Junaluska. The cabin was nicely furnished and clean. We were unable to use the fireplace because of a large mirror standing in front of it. There was also a large wrapped item in front of the mirror. We felt there shouldn't have been personal pictures everywhere. We have stayed at other cabins and never had family pictures before.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Amber H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We had a group of friends stay in this cozy cabin for the weekend while we attended an event at Lake Junaluska, which was within a beautiful 30 minute walk around the lake or a 5 minute drive. We recieved several emails up until our stay from the rental company to help aid in check in and check out. Overall, the house was very cute and felt like staying at your grandma and grandpa's house. It was very homey. There was enough space to park 3 cars, though we did have to play Tetris to make sure people could get in and out. The driveway is a little hard to see when coming the way the GPS took us, and was a little steep and gravel. We ended up spinning our wheels in the gravel towards the bottom a couple of times, but made it up after that fairly easily. As a bigger person, the stairs were a bit narrow and didn't feel as wide as normal stairs. They were manageable, but took some getting used to. The toilets were also small, but that's personal preference. The beds were a little firm, but not impossible to sleep on (again, personal preference). Other than that, it was a comfortable stay and worked for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Krista Mulhollen

Beautiful view, close location to everything we wanted.

Beautiful view, close location to everything we wanted. We loved the lake and the house was exactly what we needed. Someone might want to check the dryer tape on the pipe - seems to be slowing down the dryer use. Easy to communicate with via text. A little challenging to get on the phone with. Hard to connect with when you can’t see the phone numbers thru the app, but friendly and helpful once connected.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

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

Fall leaves treehouse

Cozy cabin nestled in the trees with the lake a short walk down the street. Pretty views from every window. A sweet place to stay !
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for sharing your experience, future guests appreciate and so do we~Paula, Guest Services/SVR
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristin C.

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

Cozy Cabin and Fall Colors

This was the perfect place to stay and see the fall colors, enjoy the Apple Harvest Festival & celebrate turning anther year older.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for sharing your experience, future guests appreciate and so we do~Paula, SVR
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Kristin Calhoun

Loved it! Paula was amazing! She gave us so many good tips and ideas of local activities to do with

Loved it! Paula was amazing! She gave us so many good tips and ideas of local activities to do with our children. Such a wonderful experience!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirstin P.

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

Cozy Cabin

Was just what we needed and was close to the wedding venue we were in town for.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Kirstin, thanks so much for taking the time to share your experience. Future guests appreciate and so do we! ~Paula, Guest Services
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sven K.

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

Great location!

Quaint, very private cabin in an outstanding location. It's a very short walk away from the lakeshore and also a great jump-off point for great hiking trips in the area. Shopping is close too!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Sven, thanks for sharing your experience. Future guests appreciate and so do we! Take care and hope to host you in the future. ~Paula and SVR Staff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Koby O.

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

Great

Check in was effortless, quiet peaceful stay. Cabin very clean, all amenities as described. Paula property manager very accessible and courteous. Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
We're so happy you enjoyed your adventure to Lake Junaluska, always love hosting folks from Louisiana! Come back anytime! ~Paula & SVR Staff

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