Located in Bryson City, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Mason Mountain Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sheffield Mine and Old Cardinal Gem Mine. Bryson City Gem Mine and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and cycling.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 26 min drive - 29.0 km
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 26 min drive - 29.0 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 30 min drive - 33.7 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 41 min drive - 51.3 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 140 min drive
Restaurants
Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - 19 min drive
River's End Restaurant - 19 min drive
Dancing Bear Sweetery - 21 min drive
Cardinal Coffee - 13 min drive
Kallistos - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Mtn & Lake View/Hot Tub/Rustic Chic Interior/Wi-Fi pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Mtn & Lake View/Hot Tub/Rustic Chic Interior/Wi-Fi?
As of 24 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mtn & Lake View/Hot Tub/Rustic Chic Interior/Wi-Fi on 16 Mar 2027 start from £943, 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 Mtn & Lake View/Hot Tub/Rustic Chic Interior/Wi-Fi?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Mtn & Lake View/Hot Tub/Rustic Chic Interior/Wi-Fi?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Mtn & Lake View/Hot Tub/Rustic Chic Interior/Wi-Fi?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Mtn & Lake View/Hot Tub/Rustic Chic Interior/Wi-Fi located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Swain County Park and Nantahala River. Fontana Lake and Bryson City Gem Mine are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Royal Views is a very comfortable and cozy cabin with wonderful mountain vistas in the distance. We enjoyed our stay here very much - especially the cooler temperatures compared to where we live. The cabin was fully equipped, and communication with the property manager was excellent. Highly recommend this get-away location!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Brandon P.
3 Dec 2017
The name Royal Views is suiting
The cabin was very cozy with spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The drive into Bryson City and Cherokee was short, so its location was ideal for our plans. I would recommend this cabin to anyone and am looking forward to future stays as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2023
Hello Brandon, You and your Family are always Welcome, and please take advantage of our repeat Guest discounts. Kathleen
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Carol H.
11 Nov 2016
Wonderful place to unwind!
The cabin was tastefully decorated, very clean, and absolutely beautiful. We will return for another visit. Thanks to Kathleen who was so helpful and nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2023
Dear Carol,
Thank You so much for your kind compliments! The cabin owners do have fabulous taste and they go above and beyond to make sure that Guests have everything they could want (including the Rustic/Mountain ambiance with modern conveniences and comforts)!
Sincerely, Kathleen - Property Manager
Amazing views and as described. This getaway was exactly what we were hoping for.
We ended up spending more time at the cabin than sightseeing, but the trips to Clingman's dome and Biltmore were pretty easy. The deck was perfect for taking in the clouds in the morning and sunsets in the evening. We would try and stay here again if we make it back to the Bryson City area
Beautiful cabin in remote area on Glory Mountain. The views were breathtaking and just what we were looking for and more than we expected. The historic town of Bryson
City is quaint and worth the. Shout out to Cardinal Coffee shop near by for a quaint experience and delicious beverages.
This was a perfect mountain cabin for a couple, or a small family of 4. Remote, but not too much so. The road is very well maintained and we had no trouble getting there in our Rav 4. The view is amazing. The hot tub worked perfectly, as did the gas fireplace and grill. The beds and furniture were extremely comfortable. Overall, easily one of the best experiences I've had and I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Allen F.
26 Mar 2018
Sad to leave...
Driving up the driveway the first time was not for the faint of heart, but once inside we were blown away! This cabin is gorgeous and provided a beautiful respite from the everyday hustle of life. The fireplace, the view, the hot tub- none of us wanted to leave! We can’t wait to come back for a longer stay next year. Thank you for an amazing experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2023
Hello Allen, We hope you will be back very soon! Kathleen
Our week stay was wonderful. Very comfy bed and living space. Able to use gas fire place briefly on a couple of chilly mornings. Enjoyed hot tub. Drive up mountain was better than expected, no problems in our AVD SUV, Great views. Would love a home like this for permanent residence!! Planning to come back next year.
Very clean, wonderful views and lots of privacy. Roads in the development allow a hiking experience from the cabin. Hot tub was great! Limited cellular data so no tv streaming available but there is satellite subscription.
We stayed here late, December 2024. The cabin that is almost on top of the mountain. The road is steep dirt. AWD or 4x4 is needed. Undisclosed to us until only a few hours before we arrived was the road leading to the cabin was being "fixed" up with large stones. Other than the road to the cabin. Wonderful place.
Million dollar views are plentiful from this cabin. You can sit in the hot tub here and see what most folks will only get to see from a Blue Ridge Parkway pulloff. Enjoy the isolation and refresh beside a loved one. It's the way to enjoy this property.
A stop by Cardinal Coffee at the bottom of the hill is a must. You'll be glad you did.
Downtown Bryson City is close enough and very walkable, so plan a day there for sure, but note this cabin's seclusion is earned by a lengthy ingress and egress, so plan your trips wisely.
This place was just perfect!! You cannot get a better view I mean just amazing! We stayed here the first week of November. There was still a lot of color on the tress but a lot of leaves had already fallen off the rest. It was clean and cozy. I do wish there was a fire pit for those cold evenings but I understand why. I forgot my hairdryer so make sure you bring one there was not one provided :(. The location is perfect. Close to Bryson city and Gatlinburg. The roads a quite narrow Ana steep so bring a 4wd!! Definitely a MUST see!!
As I was told before booking the property, the views here are absolutely gorgeous! I do recommend it all wheel, drive, or four-wheel-drive, to make it up the mountain. Once you’re there, the home is very comfortable and again the views are amazing! I thought it was secluded, but there was a house right in front of the house we stayed in and we could hear people in the Jacuzzi. Which was a bit disappointing. I always like to book a very private area to where I don’t hear any neighbors. All I hear is nature. Unfortunately, that wasn’t quite the case I heard the neighbors. But trying to overlook that everything was good again the views are amazing !!!
Property is lovely! We enjoyed the amazing views and huge windows, comfy beds, tons of cozy blankets, cleanliness, and ease of parking. Our pups were so happy and enjoyed the ample deck! The robes in the master are a nice touch!
The hot tub was an issue - not clean. We called on Friday for service, and the house management company responded quickly - which we appreciateed. However, the grounds/upkeep associate did not do a thorough job, so we were unable to use it on two of three days of our stay. Because booking a cabin with a hot tub was a top priority, I was disappointed.
Additionally, the glassware situation was lacking. There were no wine glasses, flutes, or tumblers. Our family makes special, long-time traditional drinks and cocktails for the holidays, so we were a bit disappointed.
Overall, we had a lovely time. Thanks so much!!
This home definitely doesn't fall short on anything,
Everything was simply amazing, My parents and I will have lots of great memories. The only thing that needed attention was the master shower had some black mold in the corners and the bottom of the door, needed a liymore detail to cleaning,
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2023
Hello Sheila, So glad to hear how much you enjoyed your stay at Royal Views (well, except for that 1 "issue"). Every time I walk in the door, I am in awe all over again.
I searched for the dark spot/discoloration you mentioned, and I could not find anything. Maybe cleaning got there before your review posted, or maybe the grout was wet, IDK.
If there are any areas we can improve upon, we appreciate knowing about it. Maybe an email next time? Much quicker that way.
Again, many thanks! Kathleen and the entire Team
This was one of the Best stays ever. It exceeded our expectations in all ways. The house was beautiful, clean, well equipped, relaxing. The view from the deck was stunning. And the stars at night were spectacular.
The area was quiet and peaceful. It was a wonderful stay.
Views are Royal, even at night! Saw two shooting stars within 5 minutes. Wonderful adult getaway! Coffee shop on the corner, train not far. Comfy king, open floorplan. Bring your own water/coffee. Excellent customer service by Steve.
Stayed at Royal Views for a birthday vacation. Loved the view from the cabin! Cabin had everything that we needed. Bed was comfy and the views form the balcony were breathtaking!