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Exterior
Property grounds
TV, fireplace
1 bedroom, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Bryson City, North Carolina
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Nantahala Brewing Company
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Customer Appreciation Year!! Get a free night!!

4WD or AWD required for this property.

To celebrate Yellow Rose’s 30th anniversary, we are offering a Year of Specials.
Book a stay at a participating cabin during the time frame, you get a free night.

If you stay during:
April-May- Stay 5 nights, the 5th night is free
June-Aug 8th- Stay 7 nights, the 7th night is free
Aug 9th-September- Stay 5 nights, the 5th night is free
October- Stay 6 nights, the 6th is free
Nov-Dec- Stay 4 nights, the 4th night is free
*excludes holidays
*prices advertised already include the free night in the total
*New reservations only. Discount is not valid for existing reservation.

Cabin Amenities:
1 Bedrooms
1 Bathrooms
All-Wheel or Four-Wheel Drive Access - The driveway is a moderate steep gravel road.
Minutes from Great Smoky Mountain National Park – Deep Creek Entrance
Minutes from Downtown Bryson City
Pet-Friendly
Sleeps 4
Fire Pit
Mountain View
Charcoal Grill
Covered Porch & Open Deck
No Smoking
Window A/C
Electric Fireplace
TV
Microwave
Private

Before you pack up the car and head for the mountains, know that when we say mountains, we really mean it!

Downtown Bryson City has an elevation of 1,752 feet, so think of this as a starting point. The majority of our cabins will have a higher elevation than this. This means that our roads- both state and private- will be steeper, narrower, and curvier than you may be use to driving. Also, you should expect to encounter gravel roads. Consider it part of our rural mountain charm!

Here at Yellow Rose, your safety is our priority. If a cabin requires 4 wheel, front wheel, or all wheel drive to access it, it will be listed in the description. If bringing or riding motorcycles, please call and ask for motorcycle friendly properties. If you have any concerns about accessing your rental, please call prior to your arrival and we will be happy to discuss it with you.

Yellow Rose Realty has top rated customer service and has been Locally Owned and Operated Since 1995. We are a company that gives back to the local community and we offer our guests 24/7 Emergency Assistance. View our list of adventure partners to get Special Discounts on.

*discount excludes existing reservations and May 24th-31st*
During your stay at this cabin, you're just a quick walk from Nantahala National Forest. The cabin offers a kitchen and a fireplace.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, fireplace and patio
  • Steps from Nantahala National Forest and 10 minutes by car from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

Property manager

Yellow Rose Real Estate, LLC

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Customer Appreciation Year!! Get a free night!! Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 27 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Russell C.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Miserable driveway

I thought it was very deceiving where it was at . I have a 2022 Chevy Silerado and my t4uck would bot even make it up to the place we rented . The driveway was so tight and hanging off side of mountain we could not even get up to the place and almost wreck3ed my new truck trying to get back down the steep incline driveway filled with gravels . Asked fo our money back because we couldnt even get up there to stay and owner wouldn't return our calls . We had to end renting a hotel because we cpuld not even get up to the place. I would not recommend this olace to anyone. Do not waste your money because they will not give you a fefund . Worse experience with a VRBO site so far !!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri C., Raleigh

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Getaway

A quaint cabin in a beautiful setting. Pefect for two wekenders. The cabin was close to town and offered just what we wanted. We would surely try it again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christian L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just perfect!

The cabin was perfect and the Mt. view breathtaking! My cat loved the sofa bed so much I had to open it to get her to go home.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfection

I loved this place, the view, the location all great. It was perfect for my family of three. My 5 year old had the time of his life running all over the place and because of its location I wasn't concerned about cars, etc. We just enjoyed exploring.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ginger V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great couples get away

We enjoyed our stay. We went for our 15th anniversary and the cabin was perfect for just the two of us. It was very clean and just as described. It was a great location very close to Bryson city and just a short drive to Cherokee and Maggie Valley. It was secluded and very private. You do need a 4 wheel or all wheel drive to get up the driveway. My only suggestion would be to add a washer and dryer but its not a deal breaker.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

nathan n.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cabin for the long weekend

Everything was perfect and the house is loaded with kitchen ware and extra dishes and soaps. Just show up with some food to cook and enjoy the mountains!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

Was exactly perfect for us. Everything was clean, comfy and easy accessible to town. We enjoyed our stay abs will definitely use this cabin again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice but a bit chilly.

Nestled neatly at the top of a narrow, winding driveway, this little cabin is nicely secluded among the tree tops and laurels. It was beautifully furnished and nicely equipped for a couple of people to stay comfortably. The only thing that was a bit off, was the heat. Staying here in late September, when the temperature gets down to the low 40's at night, the small space heaters just could not seem to keep up. My wife and I nicknamed it the shiver shack. Fortunately, there were plenty of extra blankets and when we settled in for the night, we were warm enough. All in all, this is a beautiful property that I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

2/10 Terrible

Laurel R.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointment

Back door ledt unlocked, bathroom window open. Site claimed mountain view and washer/dryer, it had neither. Ext. needs repair and cleaning, driveway rutted and needs some clearing. Screens in disrepair, buildup of dirt in sliding door track. Shower drips continuously, mold, and the floor is spongey and the vinyl raised. Carpenter ants. Fire alarm left on kitchen shelf without battery. Needs a good cleaning inside and out. I left a phone message after arrival as per rental agreement with what we found up to that point. Nothing addressed with a phone call or when we went to the office to pick up a replacement coffee maker.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

2/10 Terrible

Jason H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Doubt it would pass inspection

The house was cute and quaint. Water pressure was scarce. The mold smell is strong due to the soft spot between the toilet and shower. Both leak. The bench in the back porch has big gaps between the beams, not safe for kids to be on. Neighbors dogs barked all night long. We had a great weekend, but will next time stay somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great little cabin in the woods! Wished owners had emphasized the need for good tires and 4 wheel drive to get up the driveway. Our all wheel drive car made it, but only after a few tries and practice. Overall it was a good stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and serene

Great place to stay. Quiet and secluded. It was nice to hear the creek running below us. Great for a base of operations to explore deep creek trailhead and the rest of the Smoky Mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cabin, secluded nice view from back deck & child friendly with pack n play and plates, bowls and sippy cups, children's books and movies. There was an odor to the cabin though, there is alot of water damage to the bathroom floor from the shower spraying out. The drive does need something with all wheel drive which is stated in the write up but longer trucks have to do do 3-4 point turns due to the 90 degree turn, to turn up the drive. It had all the items we needed for cooking except a grill which we brought out own.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Cabin

The cabin was perfect for our family of four. We were close enough to town but surrounded by beauty. The driveway was steep but fine. We had fun by the fire and enjoyed the scenery. My son left his baby blanket and the manager found it and mailed it for us. We are forever grateful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Frederique R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Secluded place. Great deck.

My favorites were the front of the cabin to make an outside fire. The bench is great. The back deck is spacious and the tree allowed to hang a hammock. Lots of privacy. Very relaxing. Lots of rose bay rhododendrons :) Small bathroom with not much hot water though and low pressure. Washed my hair over the sink in the kitchen, which was fine. The climb is steep to the cabin. Grateful for our 4 wheel drive car. Would stay there again. Great value. Very short drive to the heart of Bryson City.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

ADINA R.

Liked: Cleanliness

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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020