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Elevated Cabin Bordering Smoky Mountain Nat'l Park

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Bryson City Vacation Rental | 3BR | 3BA | 2,100 Sq Ft | Steps Required to Access
A stone fire pit surrounded by wicker chairs, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A log cabin with a balcony, large windows, and a stone foundation.
A cozy log cabin interior with a grey sofa, beige armchairs, wooden floors, a staircase, and a kitchen area.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden interior, a gray sofa, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Foosball on-site
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Hot tub on site
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

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About the area

Bryson City

Bryson City is home to this cabin. Smoky Mountain Country Club and Sequoyah National Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo and Country Side Bowling Lanes are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Map
Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 26 min drive - 23.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 30 min drive - 28.4 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 40 min drive - 46.0 km
  • Western Carolina University - 51 min drive - 63.2 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 153 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Elevated Cabin Bordering Smoky Mountain Nat'l Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Elevated Cabin Bordering Smoky Mountain Nat'l Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Elevated Cabin Bordering Smoky Mountain Nat'l Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elevated Cabin Bordering Smoky Mountain Nat'l Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elevated Cabin Bordering Smoky Mountain Nat'l Park 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 Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Smoky Mountain Country Club. Tuckasegee River and Sequoyah National Golf Club are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family had a good time at this cabin

Cabin was great
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Property

Excellent cabin with awesome views and great amenities! Highly recommend and would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful place and beautiful views

We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin was great, we had everything we needed, and the check and communication was seamless.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful Cabin

We loved this cabin! Beautiful views and beautiful home!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spring get away

Amazing location and property. View from the back porch was incredible.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family birthday weekend

Perfect mountain cabin. High elevation, secluded and beautiful views. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good Times

Very clean beautiful view and centrally located. We will definitely come here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing view

We had a great time. The house is beautiful and away from everything plus the view is unbelievable. The social area was a little small but with the downstairs it completed the space to spend time as a group. The hot tub was great too and the beds were comfortable.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it

Great mountain get away. Just what we wanted. Would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent experience that is worth repeating

A very nice cabin in the mountains with a beautiful view, special to relax and enjoy the tranquility and comfort of the place. Very clean and with an excellent Jacuzzi to have hours of fun
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Views

The cabin was gorgeous with all necessities and beyond. The Mountain views were amazing. Owner was so helpful, and Bryson City was such a quaint town! Going to return for a longer stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Birthday getaway.

Lovely cabin. Incredible views. Very clean cabin. Will return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Schools Out

Spent 4 days with our daughter and her family. Cabin was perfect for our group of five. Enjoyed the hot tub, fire pit and the view!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stunning Fall Getaway!

We loved this cabin so much! A perfect spot for a family of 6 plus an infant. The views are absolutely amazing and the cabin is so cozy. Had a pack n play for baby which made traveling a lot easier. Host was very responsive and helpful. Will definitely be staying again in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin

We really enjoyed our stay at this cabin. Everything was clean and it was a tranquil, beautiful location. Hot tub and fire pit are great. We had a wifi issue but host worked quickly to correct it. One thing to note is that the drive to the cabin is steep, with lots of turns.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

So relaxing!

The cabin was very clean and felt brand new. It was the best place to stay to really disconnect from the world. The views are beautiful, you are really up there! The host was easy to contact and very helpful. Must stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Overall excellent

Clean and organized
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great View

Loved the layout and the views. Definitely need all wheel drive to go up the mountain. Do you know was extremely responsive easy to communicate with and made the entire process easy and
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful experience

We had an amazing stay! Everything was very smooth from start to finish. Very secluded and private with beautiful views. The only thing negative that could be said, is the drive to get to the cabin. The roads are very curvy and steep, I don’t recommend arriving in the dark like we did. There should be more signs and lights, but it’s a new place and I’m sure those things are coming.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Mar, 2020
Victoria, thank you for your review. This homeowner has asked us to pass along the following response: "I'm so glad you and your group had a wonderful stay at Red Bird Retreat. Yes, it is quite dark on the mountain at night and the roads are a bit curvy (yet very wide and safe). The community is still fairly new so I do foresee better signage in the future." Best, the Evolve Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect views, beautiful cabin and great host!

The cabin is incredibly nice and well situated in the Alaraka Mountains. The views are picturesque and the cabin is perfect! From the hot tub on the back deck to the reading nook on the 2nd floor, this cabin offered everything needed for a relaxing vacation in the Bryson City area. The host has great communication! She sent an email with tons of good info before the trip and even called the night before. Talk about customer service! Thank you for allowing us into your home. I would definitely recommend you stay here!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Polar Express weekend!

We met our family from TN and had an amazing weekend! The house was so cozy, well stocked, and just so cute. The beds were so comfortable (which automatically deserves 5 stars in my opinion!). Carrie, the owner, called personally the day before our trip to check in with us, and make sure we didn’t have any questions about the home. The drive up to the house is a little intense & takes some time to get to town, but worth it. Beautiful views and a beautiful cabin!! We will definitely book this home again in the future. Thank you for a great weekend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful solitude

Our family of 6 from Texas wanted to spend a few days exploring the Appalachian Mountains after traveling to the area for a wedding. This mountain cabin turned out to be perfect for us. It is situated in the upper elevations of the mountains outside Bryson City. The peaceful quiet atmosphere is worth the 20-30 minute scenic drive up the mountain. The house is well equipped with comfortable accommodations. Each bedroom with bath is on a different floor which provides privacy. We enjoyed bird watching and grilling on the porch, relaxing in the hot tub after hiking, and a warm fire at the touch of a button to take the chill off. I would recommend this property to anyone looking for a peaceful retreat.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The home is beautiful. Beautiful view, nice hottub and firepit!!! Definitely need 4WD or AWD but worth it!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Polar Express Vacay

Stayed at this lovely cabin high on the mountain. Cabin was really nice, with comfortable furnishings, a spectacular view, and everything we needed for four adults and two kids to be comfortable and enjoy ourselves for five days.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thank you for a wonderful stay!

We had a great post-Thanksgiving getaway and this property was perfect. We enjoyed 3 days at the house and took the kids to The Polar Express. Thank you! We enjoyed it.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
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