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Spacious home…Hot Tub…game room…Pet Friendly..WIFI

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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Almond, NC

Fontana Lake
‪4 min walk‬
Bryson City Gem Mine
‪15 min drive‬
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

About this property

Spacious home…Hot Tub…game room…Pet Friendly..WIFI

Panther Ridge is a spacious lodge that offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 2 King Beds and 2 Double Beds. There is a living room on the main level with stone fireplace. There is a family room on the lower level with foosball , a couch, game table, and smart TV. There are 5 SMART TV’s and cable throughout the home. Enjoy the deck with a fire pit table. The patio with hot tub. There is a carport/covered parking that will accommodate your sports cars, motorcycles or boats. The lodge has easy access off of a paved road. In the spacious yard you can enjoy a cornhole game or relax at the fire pit.

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Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

There are cameras on the exterior of the property. If the guests intentionally manipulate them in any way, you can be charged an additional fee.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Almond

Located in Almond, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nantahala Brewing Company and Junaluska Medicine Trail. Travelling with kids? Consider Bryson City Gem Mine and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum.

Almond, NC

What's nearby

Fontana Lake - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Bryson City Gem Mine - 15 min drive - 17.4 km
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 23 min drive - 28.4 km
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 23 min drive - 28.4 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 27 min drive - 32.8 km

Restaurants

‪Rivers End Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬9 min drive
‪Stecoah Diner - ‬9 min drive
‪Burger Basket - ‬14 min drive
‪Stecoah Diner - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious home…Hot Tub…game room…Pet Friendly..WIFI pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Spacious home…Hot Tub…game room…Pet Friendly..WIFI?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious home…Hot Tub…game room…Pet Friendly..WIFI?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious home…Hot Tub…game room…Pet Friendly..WIFI located?

This family-friendly Almond holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Fontana Lake. Tuckasegee River and Swain County Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

13 Apr 2025

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

Perfect!

We had amazing stay here. Great amenities and communication. Very inviting and comfortable space. Would definitely book again.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

20 Mar 2025

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

Fly fishing trip

Location is very convenient to Bryson City, Cherokee, Waynesville without being too close to town. Our second visit to this location, we look forward to visiting again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

30 Mar 2025

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

Spring break

The house is great for a family get away. Close enough to drive into Bryson City to eat or go to grocery for something to cook. Great hiking and shopping. Kitchen is well stocked and beds are comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaina K.

28 Dec 2024

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

Great family house

If you want to stay in a centralized location to hiking, fishing, touring, and good restaurants the this is the Something for all ages to enjoy. place!

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

16 Jul 2024

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

Great location

We really enjoyed our stay here!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John B.

22 Sept 2024

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

Awesome

Great place to stay

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

affordable f.

6 Apr 2025

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

Amazing

Perfect for anyone wanting to do national park activitis or fish fontana lake. Trout streams are close and youre just a short drive to cherokee as well for those family member that like to gamble. House is clean and beautiful. Beds were comfy. No complaints

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

24 Nov 2024

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

Great Place

We stayed twice this fall to go to Polar Express. Was a fantastic choice and would book again. We travel using VRBO and this one is extra special! Host is awesome!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

8 Oct 2023

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

Great place

Very pretty neck of the woods for a chill getaway

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deela D.

19 Nov 2024

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

Safw, family mountain getaway

The house is as nice as it looks in the photos. Bryson City was beautiful as a Christmas Market and the Polar Express train. The house was exactly what I was looking for: coffee in the morning on the back porch, cozying up on the cough to the gas fireplace, watching the stars from the hot tub. If we are in the area again, we's stay here agoin.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

29 Nov 2023

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

Birthday Weekend

Great place to stay. Beautiful and comfortable. Would love to go back some day.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah s.

1 Jan 2024

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

Great spot

Enjoyed the house, had everything we needed. Adults & kids enjoyed the hot tub, fire pit & games!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

30 Jan 2025

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

Amazing experience all around!

A few of us were running a trail race and found out our VRBO cancelled the night before. We found this place, and from start to finish they were exceptional. The house was very clean and welcoming. Communication was top notch. Kitchen was stocked with cooking pans and such. Hot tub was perfect. Would I stay again? I look forward to it!!

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

20 Oct 2024

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

Fall 2024

Beautiful property, great location, very convenient! We will be back ❤️

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lula D.

4 Apr 2024

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

Spring Break

The house was perfect,location , amount of space,well stocked and very clean.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTY S.

5 Oct 2023

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

Beautiful property!

We had such a wonderful experience at the property. It was very clean and spacious! It was a nice escape for the weekend. I would definitely stay there again!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

10 Nov 2024

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

Polar Express

We stayed there to take one set of grandchildren to Polar Express and will be back in 2 weeks with the second set. This was not just a house … it’s was more like a home. Has everything you could ask for and is immaculate. Check in and out is a breeze and owner answers quickly, Wow, a great choice!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dewana C.

19 May 2024

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

Amazing

Very beautiful clean and well accommodated house. Very simple process to book. The entire family relaxed and enjoyed the weekend getaway. Hot tub was amazing!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Justin H.

7 Mar 2024

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

Friend Weekend Retreat

Had a great time with friends. We wanted a great time to disconnect from every day life and this place allowed us to do that. Nice hikes/trials within close proximity and downtown Sylva was great too!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

14 Jan 2024

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

Comfortable and Clean

Cozy and clean cabin vibes with a hot tub. Lovely.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel L.

1 Sept 2023

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

Awesome VRBO

This place was great. Clean neat and comfy. Location was nice and conveniently close to things to do. Finger Lake is minutes away for swimming and hiking also only minute away. The driveway could use a smoothing for 2 wheels but overall manageable. Very cool place would enioy another stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti I.

2 Jan 2023

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

Tucked away gem

Tucked way back off the main road this cabin was more than I had anticipated. It was still decorated for the holidays which made NYE feel like we were right at home. Situated close enough to the casino, Bryson City and the many breweries to make day trips an ease. Enough space for us all to hang out together and it was doggie friendly! I would definitely recommend and I will be staying again!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darci L.

10 Dec 2023

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

Wonderful polar express

This house was just perfect. Our weather was rainy but there was plenty to keep us busy inside, puzzles and fooseball. There were little touches of Christmas all around which enhanced our polar express experience. We will be back for sure.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry M.

19 Dec 2023

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

Best Little Get Away Ever!

This is undoubtedly one of the cleanest places we have ever rented. The beds were comfy and had the crisp white linens I like. The kids loved the downstairs playroom and all the games. The fireplace with instant heat was wonderful and so was the hot tub! The TV's were so nice and giant sized. The kitchen was well stocked and everything labeled. We came to ride the Polar Xpress and to tell the truth, the house surpassed the train. Thank you for a wonderful rental!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

7 Jul 2024

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

A vacation to remember

The house was very comfortable and welcoming. Well stocked with everything we needed there is a store within about 6 miles which was convenient. We did a lot of riding while there and loved the area. We have a big bike trailer it was a little tricky getting it parked for us to get the bikes in and out but once we did it worked great. The covered patio was nice for leaving the bikes out of the weather. I would warn if you are not an experienced rider the road up to the driveway is a little steep and gravel so just be careful coming up and down it. The road coming in is windy and narrow as well but other than that we didn’t experienced any issues.

Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

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Reviews

Popular amenities

Explore the area

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

About this property

Spacious home…Hot Tub…game room…Pet Friendly..WIFI

Protect your payment — always book on Vrbo

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Pets

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Important information

You need to know

About the area

Almond

What's nearby

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

10/10

10/10

10/10

10/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Craig T.

Perfect!

Craig T.

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Fly fishing trip

Robin H.

10/10 Excellent

Beth D.

Spring break

Beth D.

10/10 Excellent

Elaina K.

Great family house

Elaina K.

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

Great location

Anthony M.

10/10 Excellent

John B.

Awesome

John B.

10/10 Excellent

affordable f.

Amazing

affordable f.

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

Great Place

Charlotte S.

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Great place

Nick M.

10/10 Excellent