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    Hot Tub Cabin🔥Game Room•Fireplace•Pet Friendly•Near Bryson City

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A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and large windows.
A bedroom with a bed, wooden headboard, a ceiling fan, a nightstand with a lamp, and a wardrobe.
A wooden interior with a dining area, bar stools, and a door leading outside.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a sofa, and a dining table.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a window above the sink.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Fontana Lake
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Almond, NC
  • Place, Fontana Lake
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪24 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

    Hot Tub Cabin🔥Game Room•Fireplace•Pet Friendly•Near Bryson City

Welcome to Panther Ridge, a spacious and inviting mountain lodge located in the same sought-after area as Firefly Haven—offering easy access, privacy, and a perfect home base for your Smoky Mountain getaway.

This comfortable retreat features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, sleeping your group with 2 king beds and 2 double beds—ideal for families, couples, or friends traveling together.

✨ Relax & Gather
Unwind in the main-level living room beside the beautiful stone fireplace, or head downstairs to the game room—complete with foosball, a dart board, game table, cozy seating, and a smart TV for movie nights or game-day fun.

📺 Entertainment for Everyone
With 5 smart TVs with cable throughout the home, everyone can spread out and enjoy their favorite shows or stream with ease.

🔥 Outdoor Living at Its Best
Step outside and enjoy multiple spaces designed for relaxation and connection:
• Soak in the private hot tub under the stars
• Gather around the outdoor fire pit for s’mores and stories
• Lounge on the deck with a fire table for cozy evenings
• Enjoy yard games like cornhole in the spacious yard

🚗 Easy Access + Covered Parking
Panther Ridge offers easy, paved road access (no steep or tricky driveways), making arrival stress-free in all seasons. The covered carport is perfect for protecting your vehicle, motorcycle, or even a boat.

📍 Prime Location
Conveniently located near Bryson City, the Nantahala Outdoor Center, Deep Creek, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you’ll be close to hiking, waterfalls, rafting, and scenic adventures—while still enjoying a peaceful retreat setting.



Why guests love Panther Ridge:
✔ Hot tub + fire pit + game room = full experience
✔ Easy access (rare for mountain homes!)
✔ Great for families & groups
✔ Close to top Smoky Mountain attractions. *Across from the property, you’ll find a small historic cemetery, which adds to the peaceful, quiet setting. With no close neighbors, it helps create a uniquely serene and private atmosphere that many guests find relaxing

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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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

Property # 2750241vb
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
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

Almond

Located in Almond, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. 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 Junaluska Medicine Trail. Travelling with kids? Consider Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Bryson City Gem Mine. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and ecotours nearby.
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Almond, NC

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 20 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 20 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 24 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 34 min drive - 51.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪River's End Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Kallistos - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Raft Guide Club - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪BBQ Shack - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is     Hot Tub Cabin🔥Game Room•Fireplace•Pet Friendly•Near Bryson City pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at     Hot Tub Cabin🔥Game Room•Fireplace•Pet Friendly•Near Bryson City?

As of 21 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at     Hot Tub Cabin🔥Game Room•Fireplace•Pet Friendly•Near Bryson City on 28 Aug, 2026 start from S$892, 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     Hot Tub Cabin🔥Game Room•Fireplace•Pet Friendly•Near Bryson City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at     Hot Tub Cabin🔥Game Room•Fireplace•Pet Friendly•Near Bryson City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at     Hot Tub Cabin🔥Game Room•Fireplace•Pet Friendly•Near Bryson City?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is     Hot Tub Cabin🔥Game Room•Fireplace•Pet Friendly•Near Bryson City located?

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

About the host

Hosted by Mindy Steere

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