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Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Fall Views, Near Polar Express

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Almond Vacation Rental | 2BR | 1.5BA | 1,000 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Private Deck | Hot Tub | Outdoor Seating
Walk to Lake
Living Room | Free WiFi | Gas Fireplace
Kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 81000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Almond, NC
  • Fontana Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Bryson City Gem Mine
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Fall Views, Near Polar Express

Outdoor Fireplace | Mountain Views

Escape to the mountains for a cozy fall getaway at 'Hilltop Hideaway', where comfort, convenience, and thoughtful touches make your stay unforgettable. This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom vacation rental cabin in Almond offers stunning fall foliage, easy access to Bryson City's Polar Express, and plenty of family fun. Relax in the hot tub or roast marshmallows by the fire pit. Enjoy making memories with the kids — it's the perfect home base for your fall getaway!

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 2 twin bunk beds
- Living Room: 1 sleeper sofa
- Additional Sleeping: 1 foldable crib

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Spacious deck, pergola, cushioned outdoor seating, outdoor dining table
- Rocking chairs, fire table
- Wood-burning outdoor fireplace, gas grill w/ utensils
- Fire pit (firewood provided)
- Outdoor shuffleboard court
- Cornhole, life-size Jenga, basketball, shuffleboard, hammock
- Lake access, mountain views, hammock, outdoor lighting

INDOOR LIVING
- 3 flat-screen Smart TVs, PlayStation, sound system (bedroom 1 & living room)
- USB outlets, power strips
- Dining table, high chair
- High ceilings, open layout, dresser
- Gas fireplace
- Welcome basket (veggie straws, trail mix, gummy bears, & bottled water) life-size games, board games

KITCHEN
- Fully equipped, cooking basics
- Dishwasher, toaster, blender, Crockpot, freezer
- Dishware & flatware, wine glasses, baking sheet
- Drip & Keurig coffee maker, flavored regular & decaf coffee, variety of teas, creamer & sweeteners provided
- Spices

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning, portable fans
- Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, local family business Wholly Goat Soaps natural products laundry soap, body wash, hair shampoo & hair conditioner
- Washer, 2 dryers
- Hair dryer, trash bags, paper towels
- First aid kit (both bathrooms), smoke detector (bedrooms & hallways), carbon monoxide detector (all bedrooms), fire extinguisher (upstairs & downstairs)
- Exterior lighting, deadbolt lock
- Self check-in, keyless entry

FAQ
- Pet fee (paid pre-trip)
- 12 exterior security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Access only by stairs

PARKING
- Gravel driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- 2 miles to Fontana Lake - Prince Boat Dock
- 5 miles to Tsali Trailhead
- 6 miles to Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center
- 16 miles to Bryson City
- 29 miles to Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
- 70 miles to McGhee Tyson Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking inside the property
- Pet friendly with a $75 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 dogs max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Your safety matters. This property features 12 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located at the front of the driveway facing toward the yard, camera 2 is located on the chimney facing the side yard, camera 3 is located on the back of the home facing the upper deck and hot tub, camera 4 is located on the exterior of the home facing the exterior staircase, camera 5 faces the exterior of the utility room, camera 6 is located on the driveway facing the driveway and road, cameras 7 and 8 are located on the front of the home facing the front porch, camera 9 is located on the propane tank facing the side yard, camera 10 is located at the end of the driveway facing the road, camera 11 is located on the back deck facing the lower deck, and camera 12 is outside the lower deck facing outward toward the yard. All cameras are outward facing and do not look into any interior spaces. All cameras are motion-activated and will record video and sound for 60 seconds when motion is detected. Video recordings are not actively monitored or reviewed; the cameras are in place solely to ensure the safety and security of all guests
- The property has interior stairs
- The lake is great for swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing. There is a water quality test done regularly for safe swimming. It is located right in the neighborhood, walking distance from the cabin

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting

About the area

Almond

Almond is home to this cabin. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Nantahala National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Bryson City Gem Mine. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
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Almond, NC

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Swain County Park - 15 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 16 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 25 min drive - 29.4 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 25 min drive - 29.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Slow Joe's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Kallistos - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stecoah Diner - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bar b Que Wagon - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Fall Views, Near Polar Express pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Fall Views, Near Polar Express?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Fall Views, Near Polar Express?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Fall Views, Near Polar Express located?

This family-friendly Almond cabin is within 2 mi (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Fontana Lake. Tuckasegee River and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay. The owner has thought it out well and there are lots of extra conveniences there. Great location and views as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

TC R.

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

Amazing Place

Great Property, Owner and Stay!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous mountain side cabin. Kitchen was well stocked for cooking and birthday cake making!!Dog was able to hang out on the back deck and roam, which he loved. Amazing view from back deck. Hot tub was perfect after long day of outdoors activities. Central to everything, NOC, Cherokee outdoor drama, Fontana Lake. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan T.

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

Wonderful property

This property was cozy and clean. The view was beautiful and it was relaxing soaking in the hot tub in the evenings looking over the mountains. The hosts were kind and welcoming. They thought of all the supplies we needed! Would definitely stay here again and recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth K.

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

Cozy Cabin

The cabin was very cozy and comfortable, and we enjoyed our stay very much. The view was just fantastic into the mountains. I enjoyed the morning walk with my dog.Lots of games and things to do in the cabin you’re not getting bored anytime soon. We enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel L.

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

Excellent

Wonderful location, just 20 minutes to Bryson City, and easy driving distance to amazing roads and hikes. Very well appointed, the owner obviously makes a distinct effort to make the cabin as good as possible.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Krystle

Spring Break

It was amazing! The home was beautiful; perfectly decorated, supplied and COZY!! Highly recommended and will be back!! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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10/10 Excellent

Don

Don

We love staying here so relaxing and love the views have been coming for years

10/10 Excellent

Ches R.

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

Great Location and View

My wife and I loved the cozy cabin with beautiful view. The hot tub and deckwas exactly what we.were looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic Cabin with all the Amenities

I loved this cabin since it was so close to many beautiful hiking spots and had literally everything you could ever ask for. It was incredibly well stocked with pans, spices, washer/dryer etc. The host was incredibly communicative and was very quick to respond to questions. I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting some peace anf quiet for a perfect getaway. Btw the views and hot tub are amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanon B.

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

Cabin in Almond

This cabin was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mia Grace

Grace

Loved everything. Perfect place for a quick over night stay. The communication was wonderful as were all the little extras. Good thing to I for got my tooth brush lol and there was one there for me. I will be coming back for a longer stay for sure
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10/10 Excellent

Mia

Mia

We loved everything about this cabin in the Smokey mountains sitting in the hot tub and enjoying the Mountain View’s was the best!!! We had the whole family up for new years and cooking in that kitchen was a dream they literally have everything you need plus a nice spice collection!! We’re definitely coming back here to stay!!!

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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

Great stay

Very cozy, peaceful cabin!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of four stayed here in August 2025 for Miatas at the Gap. The cabin is as good as it looks in the pictures! Everything was clean, well maintained and well appointed. Lots of appreciated touches like extra power strips and USB power outlets, surround sound in the master bedroom and main living area, streaming services, reliable internet. TWO DRYERS! get your laundry done in half the time. The deck is where we spent most of our time; the hot tub is well maintained, the pergola offers some shade, the rocking chairs were perfect for morning coffee. The kitchen is very well stocked with usable cookware and cutlery - often rentals have someone's yard sale, mismatched junk pans, but this cabin had a full set of high quality pots and pans, and a rack of knives that actually cut what you're prepping. The cupboards held ample seasonings and flavorings for both indoor and outdoor cooking. The grill was well kept with plenty of useful tools and extra propane bottles. Check in and check out was painless, the main door lock's number pad made entry and security a breeze. The host was communicative and responsive. Be aware that the access road to the cabin is all stones, and could get steep. We were there in two mazda miatas, and while there was plenty of parking for the two, sometimes accessing the house and especially backing out of the driveway was hairy. That said, any normal car, van or SUV would have ZERO issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Great stay!

We enjoyed our stay! The place was clean, everything we needed was there, the deck was great and the beds were comfortable! Check in and check out was easy, all info was provided by text and email.

10/10 Excellent

Dylan M. W.

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

Great stay

Beautiful place. The outside hangout area was the best part. Quiet place to chill for the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Mia

Amazing view from the Hot tub

This cabin has everything you could need and then some. There are lots of thoughtful little touches like the all natural shampoo /conditioner and the body soap. We just enjoyed our stay Hanging out playing games at the cabin and shopping around in Bryson city . There is this great little dinner there you must stop in to the owner is a hoot (Everett street Dinner).

10/10 Excellent

Rae J.

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

Beautiful mountain getaway!

Loved our stay! Accommodated our family of 6 and 2 dogs perfectly. Very clean, lots of amenities that weren’t even listed. Loved the hot tub after a very cold day in the town. Just what our family needed during the holidays.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mara C., Maywood, IL

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

1st cabin. Best experience

This is the first cabin I go to and i didn't disappoint in fact was more than I expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

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

Great little hideaway

Great little hideaway in the mountains. Perfect for a getaway to relax and unwind. Very well appointed. Loved the deck
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Wonderful

We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It had a great view from the upper deck tho the stairs were a little taxing over all it was a great place to stay. The washer and dryer was so convenient too. Thank you for allowing us to use your home for our vacation 🥰
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

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

Great GSMNP Getaway

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin had everything we needed for our time near the Smokies, and thought and care were put into making the place guest-ready. Good communication from host, expectations were clear from the get-go. A bonus for us: we really enjoyed having two decks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Absolutely AMAZING cabin

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful and well stocked cabin in Almond, NC. The cabin was perfect for our group. Tastefully decorated, yet cozy too. The views from the deck are breathtaking. The cabin is centrally located to Bryson City, Cherokee, Asheville to name a few. The property is well maintained with so much to do if you choose to spend your time there. There are lovely trails and a stocked pond. A nice hammock for a nap while listening to the many birds that will surely sing you to sleep! Hot tub, grill, well equipped kitchen. Couldn’t ask for any better!

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

Another fun visit!

We stayed here about two years ago. There have been some improvements and other changes. We weren’t huge fans of the number of cameras on the porch areas in the back. We weren’t aware there had been so many installed and made it a bit hard to relax on the wooden decks when the red lights came on when you moved and you knew someone, somewhere, was watching. I would recommend taking those down. Otherwise, it’s a sweet place to stay and we love it!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

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