Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains
Are you looking for a mountain retreat that is private, but close to town, with space to spread out both inside and outside? Then Above the Clouds is for you! You will notice how special this cabin is as soon as you pull into the driveway. The wrap-around porch provides breathtaking views of the Great Smokey Mountains making it the perfect place to sip your morning coffee or evening wine. Above the Clouds is great for entertaining a couples' retreat or friends' getaway, as this home offers the option for both sharing space and having privacy.
Venture indoors to find a fully stocked kitchen, dining room, and two living areas. With living areas both upstairs and downstairs, you'll have ample space for kids and adults to enjoy separate entertainment with high speed Internet service. This adorable four bed, three bath home sleeps twelve in true mountain style. Each comfortable bed features a unique quilt personally made by the owner so you can cozy up and sleep soundly.
At Above the Clouds, your furry friends are not only welcome, but are given their own amenities! The fully fenced yard and large, fenced kennel will give your dogs a mountain experience of their own!
Enjoy the best of Western North Carolina while staying at Above the Clouds! Local mountain activities include fly fishing, tubing, white water rafting, horseback riding, hiking, elk sighting, and more! There is no place on Earth quite like Above the Clouds. Imagine a vista where you're one with the sky; level with the mountains in the distance. This home is truly incredible beyond measure, a hidden gem of the mountains.
**This home does not have a washer or dryer. There are exterior cameras on the property*
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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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Sylva
Located in Sylva, this holiday home is in the mountains. Jackson County Historic Courthouse and Judaculla Rock are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Poteet Memorial Park. Country Side Bowling Lanes and Barber Orchard Fruitstand are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and horse riding nearby.
Jackson County Historic Courthouse - 6 min drive - 6.1 km
Tuckasegee River - 8 min drive - 10.0 km
Southwestern Community College - 13 min drive - 8.9 km
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Jack The Dipper - 9 min drive
Subway - 10 min drive
Zaxby's - 9 min drive
Mabel's Kitchen - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains?
As of 12 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains on 1 Jul, 2026 start from S$252, 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 Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Above the Clouds - A spacious pet friendly home nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Harris Regional Hospital. Jackson County Historic Courthouse and Poteet Memorial Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The host was very accommodating to several last minute changes (we decided last minute to bring our dogs), and was a pleasure to work with. Responses were timely, the checkin process was extremely easy, and the step by step directions to the driveway were spot on! The home was a perfect and convenient stay for our visit to the Sylva/Cullowhee area. The views were amazing, and sitting on the porch watching sunrise with a hot cup of coffee is not to be missed! Our labs LOVED the outdoor area.
Wesley S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sarah K.
6 Dec, 2025
Wonderful place
Above the clouds was a very welcoming house with a warm cozy feel. The only thing we weren't too fond of is the waterbed type mattress is the main bedroom. It was more on the uncomfortable side.
My family and enjoyed staying at Above the Clouds for our vacation. Wonderful place for our pup too! We'll equipped and comfortable and cozy. Would love to stay again!
The property accommodated our dogs well with fenced in property and gated deck. The view is very nice and we saw some beautiful sunsets. Close to our family in Sylva.
Amy C.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec, 2024
Amy,
We are glad to see you enjoyed your stay!! Be sure to reach out to us in the future so we can do our best to get that perfect score review.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jim
30 Oct, 2025
Bug Bite Problem
We had six guests staying at the “Above the Clouds” property from October 23 (check-in) to October 27 (check-out). Four of us who slept in the three bedrooms on the main floor experienced multiple bug bites, while the two guests who stayed in the basement bedroom did not.
I will send photos of the bug bites to Sun Dog Vacation Rentals via email for your reference.
Due to the health concerns caused by this issue, we request that Sun Dog Vacation Rentals work with the property owner to immediately address the bug infestation and take proper remedial action. We also ask that the company provide a partial refund for the affected stay.
We look forward to your prompt response and resolution.
Best regards,
Jim
The property management company was great. Quick responses, clear communication, flexibility on check in. The house itself wasn’t as clean as I come to expect from rentals. Someone had recently stayed with a cat and the fur in the house set off a cat allergy immediately from a guest in our party. Loved the fenced yard though; that was very convenient. The mattresses / waterbed in primary bedroom all seemed to force you to the middle.
We had an absolutely wonderful time at this property! The house is extremely dog friendly with a fenced yard and everything. Perfect getaway for every member of the family!
Victoria T.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov, 2020
We are happy to hear you and your fur babies enjoyed your stay in our home! Come back anytime!
Great location for fun activities like rafting and access to nice local sites. Lots of space at the house with scenic views of mountains and beautiful fall foliage. Our dog lived the freedom to run around in the fenced in yard!
Kristan H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct, 2020
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We would be glad to host you again in the future, please keep us in mind when planning for next time! We do offer a 10% return guest discount when booking directly!
We had a wonderful time on our family vacation at this home! It is in the perfect location close to hiking trails and city life so you can do whatever you want. The house is very dog friendly with a nice fenced in yard and porch. The only con is the driveway because of the potholes at the entrance but don't let that steer you away! This house was perfect for our family of six and we had plenty of room even with the dog! Thanks again to the owners for letting us stay in their beautiful home!
Alison M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul, 2024
Alison,
It was a pleasure hosting you and your group for a summer vacation and we are so glad to see you enjoyed the amenities our property has to offer. Be sure to keep us in mind for your next mountainous stay it would be our pleasure to host you again.
The property was pleasantly clean and had everything we needed. It was close enough to restaurants and grocery stores. It was a short drive to Maggie Valley for skiing and snow tubing. Views we beautiful and the drive up the mountain was easy. I'm a very cold natured person, and the master was a drafty, but I was glad they had plenty of blankets for our snowy stay.
The property is spacious yet cozy. Lots of space for gathering and getting caught up. The appliances and kitchen “kit” were very top drawer. We like to cook and this was a big plus. We loved the easy access to downtown Sylva and the Nantahala trout fishing. The pottery, glassware, and quilts were a lovely icing on a pretty place!
Katherine E.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Apr, 2021
Thank you, Katherine! You are welcome to stay with us any time!
This property is exactly as advertised. No unpleasant surprises. Especially for the overall accessibility and easy commute to town. Fit the bill for us.
House stocked with every thing you could need. You can immediately tell that the owners have invested in making this home clean and cozy. Perfect for traveling pets with secure fencing in the back yard. Quiet and private. Woodsy with distant mountain views. What a great experience. Would love to return.
Roxane B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jun, 2024
Roxane,
We are so glad you enjoyed everything the property had to offer and we will be sure to pass along the compliments to the owners. Be sure to keep us in mind for your next mountainous vacation, it would be our pleasure to host you and your pets again.
This is probably the best Vacation Home we have stayed in. The location is perfect and an easy drive. The home is gorgeous. Hands down the most pet friendly home we have stayed in! The kitchen is incredibly well stocked!! The yard is amazing and this whole home is kid welcoming. There isn’t a single thing to not love about this home!! The quilts were gorgeous. Take the time to appreciate them!
Lori M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct, 2022
Thank you for your feedback, Lori! We are so glad to know that you enjoyed your stay. Come back anytime!
A group of friends and I rented a house for the weekend to explore the surrounding areas. It was perfect. My dogs loved being able to run around freely in the fenced yard and super enjoyed the dog blankets provided for them. Also haven’t slept on a water bed since the early 2000s and it was a huge hit with everyone. Would definitely rent again for a large group.
Kristin M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug, 2022
Thank you for your feedback, Kristin! We would be happy to host you again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
emaline wi w.
10 Nov, 2023
5
we loved the house. it was very, convenient location, with all the conveniences of home. The house was very clean and well-appointed. We had some issues figuring out the thermostat, but it didn't present a major problem. We would love to return next year.