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Escape to the serene Dragonfly Cabin in Bryson City

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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Hike from the Cabin On 23 Acres Next to Nantahala National Forest
Property grounds
Listen to the Waterfall off the Back Porch

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Escape to the serene Dragonfly Cabin in Bryson City

Live in the moment at Dragonfly Cabin! Be refreshed by the melodious waterfall. Hike wild trails through lush forest straight from the cabin. Mountain breezes will revitalize your spirit. Then Relax in the hot tub to the sounds of the waterfall.

From the moment you arrive at Dragonfly Cabin you are greeted by the tranquil sounds of a fresh mountain stream just steps away from the cabin. Relax in the hot tub while listing to the sounds of the waterfall and nature.
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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

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2496650vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Sheffield Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Nantahala National Forest. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting.
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 16 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 18 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 18 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 18 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 21 min drive - 21.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to the serene Dragonfly Cabin in Bryson City pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Escape to the serene Dragonfly Cabin in Bryson City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape to the serene Dragonfly Cabin in Bryson City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to the serene Dragonfly Cabin in Bryson City?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape to the serene Dragonfly Cabin in Bryson City located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Pincu Pottery. Fontana Lake and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was just as advertised and all amenities were in working order. We had a wonder, relaxing time in this beautiful and scenic place. We fully enjoyed the short distance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and all the memories we created. Thank you for a worry free and relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Oct 2025
Hi Kimberly, thanks for sharing your experience with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay!

This cabin was clean and comfortable! It was a nice spot in the mountains but still convenient to get to Bryson City and Cherokee! It had all the amenities we needed and we really enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2025
Hi Rhoda, thanks so much for sharing!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

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

Gorgeous view

Arrived early, fell in love with location even though drive up to cabin is steep, breath taking waterfall. Even though I had family emergency and couldn't stay I absolutely loved the place. The owner is awesome and very gracious.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2024
Thanks for the great review, Bonnie!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

joseph s.

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

Dragonfly Cabin

Dragonfly cabin was tranquil, cozy, and encompassed solitude. Everything was in working order and the property manager was very responsive. Property was clean and had all of the necessary ammenities for a relaxing vacation. Recommendation for future renters is to bring extra dish soap, paper goods, laundry soap, and baking pans etc as the cabin only has a small supply on hand.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2024
Hi Joseph, thanks for sharing, we hope to have you back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angelia D.

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

Secluded

Secluded and clean property. Great for pets. The drive in is a little bit of a challenge, but i consider that part of the adventure. Had some issues with the water, but it was took care of immediately.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2024
Hi Angelia, thank you for sharing your experience with us and thank you for allowing us to be your host. We would love to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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

Seclusion, check!

Recommend 4-wheel drive vehicle to get to the house but it is very secluded, can only hear the creek and woods when enjoying the hot tub or swing outside. Appliances worked well, beds were comfy, roughly 20-25 min to Bryson City, and land line phone available in case you don't have cell phone service (T-Mobile coverage stopped 5 min after getting off the highway).
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Michael - Thank you for the feedback. We hope you will come back again to enjoy the peacefulness of the cabin.
Verified

8/10 Good

Merry H.

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

4-Wheel drive vehicle REQUIRED

The cabin was wonderful – the hot tub and scenery sublime – the surroundings incomprehensible! But the half mile into and up the rest of the mountain - then that driveway! Roller coasters were not necessary! We had a blast!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2022
Thank you Merry - So glad you enjoyed your stay at the cabin. Please come back and stay with us again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Gary N.

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

Loved our stay

Hurricane Helene came through but we made it to the cabin. Electric was off when we got there but wasn't off long. No Internet or direct TV we watched recordings on DVR. It rained most of the weekend but was so nice and quiet. All we heard was the waterfall out back. Beware though you will need 4 wheel. to get to the cabin. Can't wait to go again rain or shine
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2024
Hi Gary, thanks for feedback, we apologize for the internet being out due to the hurricane. So glad you had a great time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheri F.

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

Really nice place to stay

The cabin was great I loved the swing over looking the creek It was nice and clean the only problem was no Internet or Tv service My family daughter and brother we’re trying to make sure I made it there safe I tried several times to connect to Internet only to find out from office when I went into town there was no Internet that would have made a difference The office knew I was checking in a day earlier I needed to let my family know I made it safely My brother called the Police Dept to do a well fare check to make sure I made it there safely also my daughter got a hold of owners of the cabin and they were coming to make sure I made it Once they found out I made it they didn’t have to come You should let people know no internet
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2024
Thank you for this info and we have since fixed the wifi problem. Thank you for staying with us at the cabin- We would love to have you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

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

Excellent cabin

The cabin was wonderful. It was very clean. Kitchen had good pots and pans needed to cook with. The pictures in the add do not do it justice. I was worried it would be very small. The livingroom, kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms were all nice sizes. I have stayed in quite a few cabins, this one by far was the nicest. It was nicer than some large chain hotels. Great place to get away from it all!!! Hot tub was clean and nice. Can't say enough a out it. Hope to do it again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2024
Thanks for the great review, Scott!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Delene C.

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

Peace and Calming

Our second visit to Dragonfly. Perfect getaway for us during a beautiful time of year. Sitting by the fire at night, with the soothing sounds of water as a continual background. Lovely and private. Left a note so that the light switch out on the back will get repaired for safety issues at night and getting in and out of the hot tub. The only cleanliness issue was the screen porch needed blowing or brushing out and cobwebs removed, I almost did it myself and then figured I was on vacation, so it didn't bother us, after all it was a porch! Will book again.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2022
Thank you Delene - We are so happy you enjoy your visits to the cabin. We look forward to another!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Solitude and Peaceful Getaway!

Wow! I brought my pups for a getaway from busy city life to the Great Smokey Mountains! The Firefly cabin was equipped with everything I needed and the hot tub was a bonus! I cooked two great dinners in the kitchen. The well water from the faucet and clear and delicous. Firewood is provided for outside fire. Sweet loveseat swing faces a trickling swing to enjoy the sounds and sights of nature. Secluded enough to allow the dogs to run. Only steps away from the door, I walked the dogs on mountain hike, too! The path is wide and moderately steep to take in the mountain top views and enjoy the freah air. I highly recommend the Firefly cabin for rest and relaxation! Make sure to visit historic Bryson City- quaint shops, reataurants, railroad history, aquarium and a museum. The Walgreens wss big help for me to pick up dog food and a Bryaon City T-shirt, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Apr 2024
Thanks for the great review, Melissa!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renada S.

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

Heaven on Earth

I am a waterfall fiend. I chose this place because of the waterfall in the back yard. It's more like a cascading stream, but it's so beautiful! If you hike up the trail next to it, you can see so many of the areas where it drops down forming pools in some areas. My husband and I left the windows open at night so we could listen to the rushing water. Internet and land line are listed in the description. Neither one was working when we were there. A very important tip, 4 wheel drive would definitely be a good call. We were in a mid sized truck and had a bit of an issue. It was all worth it though to spend time in this secluded, quaint little cabin in the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2024
Thank you for the review and feedback, Renada!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CaMillia J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The entire cabin was clean and cozy. The hot tub was on the small side but that's normal my husband is 6'5 and our son is 6' I'm 5'3" our daughter didn't even get in and it was tight. This in no way took away from our stay. The host was extremely responsive even to the situation we experienced during our stay. The drive up our first night was unsettling since it was around 9pm, it was dark. We had no idea what we navigated until the morning and y'all I'm glad nobody was driving towards us. That was an experience in itself. Yes the water is a funky color but it's a well. Its to be expected we still showered, brushed our teeth, washed dishes and did 2 small loads of laundry over 3.5 days. We did lose water on the morning of the 12th. Even after being mindful of our usage. Still not sure what happened but the hosts are making it right. The hosts are extremely responsive, understanding and quick. The beds were comfortable. This cabin literally has everything to get you through your stay minus food. We brought instant coffee because we weren't sure of the coffee situation. There was a small starter pouch of coffee in the cabin and it was really good. They even provided k cups and an assortment of sweeteners. The waterfall was beautiful. The hike to it kicks my behind since I'm out of shape but it was worth it. We slipped a couple of times coming back down but no injuries other than my pride. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
Thanks for the review and feedback, CaMillia. You were a joy to host! We appreciate your communication and understanding about the well situation (which has since been amended). If you are ever back in the area, we'd love to host you again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Heather H.

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

Dragonfly

Great secluded location. Basic amenities included.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monik G.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jan 2026
Thank you for 10/10
Verified

6/10 Okay

Zak S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

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