Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Private garden
A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Garage parking available
Dogs and cats allowed
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Bryson City, NC
Fontana Lake
Place, Fontana Lake
22 min drive
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
23 min drive
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
23 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Romantic stay by the CREEK -Secluded/self-checkin
Summary:
FOX RUN CABIN - RARE FIND WITH A CREEK AND A VIEW! AND YOUR OWN PERSONAL WATERFALL ONLY ABOUT A HALF MILE HIKE UP THE MOUNTAIN CREEK!
The Space:
We knew we had found a treasure the first time we saw FOX RUN. We immediately fell in love with it's naturally peaceful ambiance. In fact, we loved it so much we decided to purchase the property and share it with others from all over the world.
The minute you pull into the driveway at Fox Run you will view it's comfortable setting nestled down in front of a gorgeous mountain view. As you step out of your car you will hear the sounds of the rushing creek that streches the entire length of the property boundary.
Upon entering the cabin you will immediately notice the fine natural cherry floors, pine wood construction and the sweet wood aroma that you would expect in a custom hand built mountain cabin. It is open, airy and spacious. It is truly a gem.
Fox Run is undoubtedly one of the most popular cabins available for guests who want to come and enjoy the wonders of the Great Smoky Mountains!
It's so peaceful... Shhh!!! We've been told that God lives there. We're pretty sure he does!
Guest Access:
Whole House
The Neighborhood:
It’s a gateway to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, with wildflowers, streams and part of the Appalachian Trail. The Great Smoky Mountains Railroad offers train rides through the park, plus the Smoky Mountain Trains Museum. The Tuckasegee River is popular for white-water rafting. The Fly Fishing Museum of the Southern Appalachians has fishing gear and 1800s fly rods.
Near By Attractions
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 22 miles
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - Polar Express - 10 miles
Deep Creek - 13 miles
Harrah's Casino - 20 miles
Fontana Lake - 28 miles
Fontana Dam - 35 miles
Day Trips
Gatlinburg - 1 hr 30 mins
Asheville - 1 hr 30 mins
Other Things to Note:
Hot Tub Overlooks A Rushing Creek. Guests may hike 1/2 mile up above the cabin to a 100-foot waterfall! Gorgeous.
The last half mile to the cabin has narrow gravel roads and you need to cross a shallow creek setting you up for an adventurous feel :). Please review pictures. Driving a trailer or any attachments behind your car will be tricky in this last half a mile. Please do not book if you are not comfortable driving with a trailer in narrow roads.
Pets allowed. Pet fees $50 per pet. Please review Pet policy in the Additional Rules section before booking.
4 wheel drive vehicle will be needed if there is snow during your stay as the last half mile to the cabin is on gravel road as you can see in the pictures.
We do not offer refunds for inclement weather, late arrival or early checkout. We make every reasonable effort to ensure all amenities are operating at all times. We do not offer refunds if any amenity becomes unrepairable/unavailable for use before or during your stay.
If you find any cleaning issues, please let us know upon check in so that we can send our cleaning crew to take care of it. Any request for refunds will not be entertained.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Please consider the purchase of a trip insurance policy to cover any potential financial loss due to cancellation because of weather or other reasons.
Interaction with Guests:
I will be available by Phone , Email and Text
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You need to know
Property # 1513387vb
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Bryson City
Bryson City is home to this cabin. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Pincu Pottery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nantahala Brewing Company and Smoky Mountain Country Club. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 23 min drive - 20.6 km
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 23 min drive - 20.6 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 26 min drive - 25.4 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 147 min drive
Restaurants
Bbq Shack - 23 min drive
Western Sizzlin Steak House - 20 min drive
Wild Rose Cafe - 43 min drive
La Poblana Mexican Restaurant - 21 min drive
Big Wesser Riverside Pub - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Romantic stay by the CREEK -Secluded/self-checkin pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 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 does it cost to stay at Romantic stay by the CREEK -Secluded/self-checkin?
As of 26 Jul, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Romantic stay by the CREEK -Secluded/self-checkin on 7 Dec, 2026 start from S$745, 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.
What time is check-in at Romantic stay by the CREEK -Secluded/self-checkin?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Romantic stay by the CREEK -Secluded/self-checkin?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Romantic stay by the CREEK -Secluded/self-checkin located?
Situated in Bryson City, 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
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We really enjoyed our stay at Fox Run. The house and the property was absolutely beautiful! There was plenty of room and it was so cozy. The best part about this vacation for us as a family was staying at this property. We will be staying there again.
Very beautiful setting in nature with mountains surrounding. Creek that runs along the side gives a great sound of rushing water . The inside was dusty which caused sneezing at night while sleeping. Thought it could have been cleaned properly would have been a perfect stay .
We were looking for a relaxing stay, and this property provided exactly that! The hot tub was very clean, warm and refreshing, and the cabin itself was clean and well-stocked with towels and kitchen items. We enjoyed our stay!
The cabin and the surrounding was beautiful, cozy, scenic, peaceful. We like to cook our own meals and the kitchen was fully equpped with blender, 2 kinds coffemakers, slowcooker (very impressed with this one) you name it they have it. Owners were great communicating promptly. The only takeaway was the rough road going up to the cabin. Luckily gps directed us well. The owners gave us detailed directions as back up just in case data connectivity dropped. Overall we are very satisfied.
Beautiful and peaceful cabin in the mountains! Loved the extra Christmas decorations for our holiday stay. Had everything we needed and then some. Felt like a home away from home. Excellent owner communication. Would love to stay here again!
Maria Y.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Allen B.
29 Sept, 2016
This place rocks!
This is an awsome place to stay! We had a blast and would definitely stay here again.
Allen B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Allen,
Thank-You so much for that 5 star rating and for your very nice comments. You were terrific guests and we look forward to having you back some time soon!
Best Wishes,
Donnie and Brenda
We really enjoyed the small touches like the Xmas decorations. The house was clean and very comfortable, we loved relaxing in the chairs in front of the fire. It was easy to find and close to all the amenities. Would definitely come back again
Alissa A.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Happy to hear you enjoyed your visit to Horse Shoe Bend! You were terrific guests and we look forward to having you back soon!
Best Wishes,
Donnie and Brenda
Cabin was exactly as described. Pictures do not do it justice. The sound of the creek and constant running creek was so soothing while slipping hot tea on the porch. Our mother loved this trip because of the seclusion and the Mountain View. The host was super responsive. Beds are comfy and kitchen has everything you need to stay in and cook a nice meal, you just have to bring the groceries. We loved our stay and will definitely rebook when we return to this town.
Heather M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jenn D.
24 Dec, 2018
Great place to stay for a mountain getaway
We had a great time at Fox Run. The scenery was gorgeous. The kids loved exploring the property and hiking up to the waterfall. We all enjoyed unplugging and relaxing in the cabin. The best part was watching the kids wake up to a dusting of snow.
Jenn D.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
It was great to have you Jenn. We look forward to having you return to Foxrun in the future! You were terrific guests and are welcome back anytime!
Best Personal Regards,
R&J
Archival
10/10 Excellent
KAREN B.
13 Sept, 2017
Beautiful cabin tucked away in the mountains!
We loved your cabin and had a great time on our trip!! The cabin was clean and well maintained, we would recommend it to anyone. The inside is just as pretty as the outside. Very secluded area!! Loved It!!!!
KAREN B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov, 2022
Thanks Karen, appreciate the feedback!
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sally W.
21 Jul, 2017
Fun time! Cozy and secluded!
Second time staying at Horse Shoe Bend... there's a reason we came back. House is close to all the fun things to do in Cherokee but we spent a lot of time hanging out on the porches and in the hot tub!! Great spaces inside---worked well for our two combined families of kids and dogs. Well equipped kitchen and owners were awesome to work with… We will definitely be back I'm sure!
Sally W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Sally, Thanks again for returning to Horse Shoe Bend and for sharing your experiences with others. We work really hard to ensure that our guests keep coming back! You are terrific guests and we look forward to your next visit!
Best Personal Regards,
Donnie and Brenda
It was remote (very remote) BUT was nice to get away. The house was nicely laid out, had everything we needed. The property was on a ravine and cleared off piece with trees around. I am glad we took the SUV because you drive through a creek to get to the house, which was fun!
Jennifer O.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
18 Oct, 2016
Quiet cabin in the woods
This is a very nice cabin in a wooded neighborhood close to the main access roads and a short drive into Cherokee or the National Park. Comfortable bedrooms, spacious main living area with cozy couches, and peaceful deck perfect for outdoor grilling or eating out. Owner is very nice and accessible if there are any issues. We suggest a 4WD if you have one as the road into the cabin is steep. We enjoyed our peaceful hiking vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jun, 2020
Brenda,
We enjoyed having you and can't tell you how much we appreciate your very nice comments! We look forward to having you back again really soon.
Warmest Wishes,
Donnie and Brenda
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Hope H.
26 Nov, 2016
Right on the money!!
Cabin was great! It was just what we needed and in close proximatey to the casino for the concert there we attended. Donnie was great, let us check in early, called to make sure we arrived and told us to call if we needed anything! The driveway, not too bad, just pay attention!! Hot tub on a clear night yields to millions of stars, so don't forget to look up! Thank you so much Donnie! We will be back!
Hope H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Hope,
You were wonderful guests and we really appreciate your choosing Horse Shoe Bend for your trip to the Great Smoky Mountains! Please know you are welcomed back anytime!
Best Personal Regards,
Donnie and Brenda
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Maria M.
2 Jan, 2015
Great cabin !!!!
Our family stayed from 12/20-12/27/2014 . We had a fantastic , relaxing time at Horse Shoe Bend. Enjoyed the great view every morning from the swing in the front porch . We only used the grill outside once , due to the cold . The Jacuzzi was wonderful. We visited Sylva and Bryson City a few times , drove to Gatlingurg , TN and had a great time there. We also visited the Great Smokey Mountain National Park, went hiking on several trails, went to see several of the waterfalls , Mingo Falls was my favorite. Donnie was a pleasure to work with . We truly enjoyed our stay and hope to return during summer months soon .
Maria M.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Maria,
You can't know how much we appreciate your choosing Horse Shoe Bend for your Christmas Vacation and those very nice comments! We would love to have you back anytime! Spring is special at the cabin and there is so much to do throughout the year! Again, welcome back to Horse Shoe Bend anytime!
Best Regards,
Donnie and Brenda Mohn
House was great along with the location. Road was narrow but still plenty of space on each side with a large pickup. House was clean and furniture was clean. The biggest downside was we specifically wanted a hot tub but went to get in the first night and had debris in it(sand, dirt and leaves) so we dipped out what we could. By the second night it was obvious that the water had been in there a while and a lack of chemicals due to the stagnant smell of the water and was already cloudy. By the 3rd night you couldn’t see the bottom of the tub so we only were able to use it for 1 night. Other than the hot tub everything was great!
Josh L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
24 Jun, 2013
Amazing get away!
Six of is stayed at this cabin over the weekend. It was absolutely beautiful and just what we all needed. Very relaxing and a wonderful view of the wilderness. donnie helped us with everything and was amazing. He was very quick when responding to any of my questions. There are a ton of activities close by. We chose white water rafting, it was only twenty miles away. We also enjoyed the flea market. The cabin comes equipped with everything we needed..we used the hot tub and grilled out for dinner both nights. Very relaxing. I would recommend for all! Just beware of the steep driveway :-) we took a mini van filled with six adults, duffle bags and groceries so it was a little scary making it up the mountain. Once we got the hang of it, it was fine. I hope the next group enjoys it as much as we did.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar, 2020
Thank-You so much for the nice comments. We are so delighted that you enjoyed your stay at Horse Shoe Bend. The most gratifying thing for us is knowing that our guests truly enjoy their trips to our cabin. We work very hard to ensure that everything is just right for our visitors. Please know how much we appreciate your choosing Horse Shoe Bend for your getaway and we look forward to when you can visit us again!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Lynn M.
16 Sept, 2023
Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Unhappy
There was a lot of ants in the kitchen and was unable to leave cookies on counter. They were covered in ants and roaches. We had mouse running around during our stay. The pictures online where we made them was so much better than there. Unable to see the creek because of overgrowth and grass needed cutting. The pillows also were very used and had a smell to them. Please know that this is the only bad review I have ever left at any stays. We only slept at cabin because of these issues with the bugs and critters, didn't "hang out" there.
Lynn M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
20 Jul, 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Fox Run
Very remote, nice for privacy. Beautiful stream just below hot tub, was nice to hear stream every morning sitting on back porch having coffee. Very tight one lane road going to cabin very steep, a little nerve racking for us. We made sure we were back from daily adventures before dark.
Cleanliness was not good. Wooden floors were very dirty. The master bed mattress cover was filthy. Covered in animal and human hair and stains. Informed property manager Jack and he didn’t seem to believe me so I have photos of just how bad it was. Towels were old and dingy looking. Gatorade bottle and plastic water bottle were left in yard when we arrived? So it was either yard service or previous guest who left them.
Just not what we expected from photos. Will not be returning to this property.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
About the host
Hosted by Ranjith Marappan
Why they chose this property
RARE FIND WITH A CREEK AND A VIEW! AND YOUR OWN PERSONAL WATERFALL ONLY ABOUT A HALF MILE HIKE UP THE MOUNTAIN CREEK
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests