Whistling Holler Cabins - “Storyteller’s Shack”

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A cabin with a deck, outdoor seating, and a gravel ground.
A bed with a rustic headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and decorative items including antlers and a pumpkin.
A cozy bedroom with a loft bed, a small sitting area with a chair and table, and a kitchenette with a stove.
A building with a porch decorated with red bows, a black vehicle parked in front, and a gravel driveway.
A compact living space with a sofa, a chair, a kitchenette, and a small dining area.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Private spa tub
    A rare find - unwind in your own luxurious private space.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Private hot tub
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

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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 Oconaluftee Indian Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Bryson City Gem Mine. Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are also worth visiting.
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 18 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 31 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 162 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whistling Holler Cabins - “Storyteller’s Shack” pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Whistling Holler Cabins - “Storyteller’s Shack”?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whistling Holler Cabins - “Storyteller’s Shack”?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whistling Holler Cabins - “Storyteller’s Shack”?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whistling Holler Cabins - “Storyteller’s Shack” located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Fontana Lake is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! The cabin is clean and well taken care off and check in was easy. We enjoyed the hot tub and the fire pit! Only about 15 min from downtown as well.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My husband and I had a wonderful stay in this cozy cabin. We will definitely stay with these owners again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with the host. It had everything we needed. Was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10/10 Location was great imo, cabin was nearly perfect as my only complaint is being 6'4" and hitting my head on the porch roof haha my fault The room was clean as expected, it was very quiet easy to sleep and I did have to reach out to host once which was quickly andwered n problem solved! Me and my wife both greatly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hot tub was down but thankfully nobody was next door so we were able to use that one. Other than that, no complaints!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing little cabin great for couples!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was great for a little getaway. The only issue was connecting to the wi-fi but not a huge deal. More reason to disconnect and enjoy the peace and quiet. Property was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Only one suggestion

We enjoyed our two night stay and the hot tub! The ceiling fan just needs to be cleaned. We would come again. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Oct 2023
Thanks for your input. The fan did need to be cleaned and has since been cleaned. We have to bring in a tall ladder to reach it and time just slipped past us. We do not let our normal housekeeper climb the ladder. Thanks for the reminder.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Get away.

The stay was ok what little time we slept there. Upstairs was closed off for whatever reason that i wasn't made aware of when reservation was made. Seen several spiders inside during our stay. Several silverfish during our stay and ants big enough to pack a suit case off. Location of cabin was great. Hot tub was not very clean on first day of staying. On a scale of 1-10 i would give it a 4 and that would be pushing it. Only reason for reservation was causing there was nothing else available at the time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2024
First of all the King sleeping loft was not blocked off. There is a storage area in this cabin that is. Second the guest not once complained of any issue until now. I think this is a little much considering the stay was almost 3 weeks ago. Upon arrival I myself cleaned this cabin so I know it was in good shape. Nature does come along with mountain ants but none was visible during cleaning. Also we have a company who does our hot tubs and he is the best around. Sorry our cabin was not up to your standards.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication
I already told the owner about the issues. It appears the cleaning lady was new. She left mops and brooms and the front door. Door was left unclosed and slightly ajar. The inside wasn't cleaned very well like it was rushed. Refrigerator was not on, the dehumidifier was full and needed to be cleaned. Firepit was left messy and filled with water. However, informing the owner, I hope these things are cleared up for next future customers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Storyteller's Shack

Storyteller's Shack is a cute tiny cabin. Me and my husband needed a quick getaway to reconnect with one another. This cabin was perfect for that! There's no cell service and the WiFi didn't work but that's ok because cell phones are just a distraction we didn't need! The hot tub felt great after a day of hiking. The hot tub area was private and I especially liked the fireplace right by the hot tub. We arrived late on check in day and had problems with the lock code to get the key out of the box. Since it was late we had a hard time getting in touch with the owner but we finally did. Turns out the email I received with the instructions had the wrong lock code listed. But in the end everything turned out good. If we ever stay nearby again we'll definitely look into getting this cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cabin review

The property was very pretty. Owner needs to add to listing that there is no WiFi available and also no cell phone service.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

PERFECT!

If you have the opportunity to stay here, do it. It is the coziest little place in the mountains, especially in the fall! The drive from Bryson City is not far and so beautiful. The hot tub is amazing. The host is kind and very helpful. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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