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Nantahala Magical & Serene Mountain Views, Pet Friendly

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View from street.
Cozy log cabin nestled in the mountains.
Sit in rockers and watch the sunset.
Watch the sunset while rocking on back porch
Back porch with rockers and amish picnic table.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Nantahala, NC
  • Appalachian Rivers Raft Company
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Bryson City Gem Mine
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Queens Creek Lake
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bdrm 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Extra Bed

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Nantahala Magical & Serene Mountain Views, Pet Friendly

Log cabin features fantastic views, with privacy on a serene mountain side. Be lulled to sleep by the cool wispy mountain breezes and the sounds of the river down below. On the covered back porch, relax in several log rockers and watch the clouds float by and the ever changing skyline of the Smokies. B-B-Q your catch of the day or your favorite meat on the grilll; or enjoy picnic on on the Amish picnic table on the back porch. Hikes up and down the mountain display laurel, wildflowers, blue & black berries private road. We regularly seen flocks of wild turkey, deer, rabbits & other wild life.

Plenty of comfy furniture to laze away a rainy day & listen for the dramatic raining sounds over the metal roof on the big rocking porch. Cozy up in front of the stone fireplace. 2-Satellite TVs with DVD & VHS with library of kid-friendly movies. We have just over 1 gigabyte of data available per night of stay; and we can get more upon request for small fee.

Just down the scenic 4 mile road past two amazing waterfalls (pictured below) is the launch site for rafting the Nantahala. Just 4 miles the other direction is the beautiful Nantahala Lake. Three rafting companies conveniently close to drive. NOC approximately 6 miles from river launch site. **Note, the steep inclines on our gravel, mountain road were just recently paved which should make our road passable by any 4-6 cylinder vehicle. (Please note: our town is Topton; Bryson City is about 35-40 minutes from us.)

Keywords: Log Cabin

Property manager

Judy Flitter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children under supervision.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Pets allowed. $85 pet fee for 1-2 pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Covered back porch where you can smoke.
No streaming, downloading, gaming. Internet limited to 1 gigabyte per night of stay. Add'l can be purchased in advance. Contact owner 407.739.7964

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bryson City

Bryson City is home to this cabin. Appalachian Rivers Raft Company and Lakes End Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bryson City Gem Mine and Ferebee Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, rafting and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Nantahala, NC

What's nearby

  • Appalachian Rivers Raft Company - 4 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Nantahala Lake - 24 min drive - 22.2 km
  • Queens Creek Lake - 29 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 31 min drive - 37.6 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 128 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rivers End Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Stecoah Diner - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Burger Basket - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Stecoah Diner - ‬38 min drive
  • ‪Noc Adventure Center - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nantahala Magical & Serene Mountain Views, Pet Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Nantahala Magical & Serene Mountain Views, Pet Friendly?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nantahala Magical & Serene Mountain Views, Pet Friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Nantahala Magical & Serene Mountain Views, Pet Friendly located?

Situated in Bryson City, this cabin is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Nantahala River. Ferebee Memorial Picnic Area and Appalachian Rivers Raft Company are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 116 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe H.

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

Nice Getaway and Views!

We had a wonderful weekend visit at the cabin. The views and mountain air were so nice. The cabin is cute and quaint and comfortable. The drive up Wayah Rd is breathtaking of the river! So many waterfalls. We enjoyed fishing and river rafting and sight seeing while there. Be sure to bring what you need or grab on the way in a town since there are no gas stations or stores within 20-30 minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda M.

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

Memorial trip

Our trip was to remember my son whose ashes were scattered at the waterfall on Wayah Rd. The cabin was a perfect pick for us and was wonderful with stunning views from the back deck. We appreciate the opportunity to stay at this beautiful cabin and it will definitely be our choice to stay every year from now on. It is close to the waterfall and we could visit often during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christine P.

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

Million Dollar View!!

The property was nice but the view….literally a million dollar view! The road up to the cabin was a bit dicey and we were in a 4 wheel drive truck. Don’t recommend driving up at night or in bad weather. Once you reached the cabin it was worth it! The cabin had what we needed for a comfortable stay. We chose this cabin for solitude & reflection and it was exactly perfect. I definitely recommend stopping at Ingles prior to going up to the cabin. The closest market is at least 20-30 mins away. There were MANY waterfalls and hiking trails close to the cabin, within 3-4 miles. There was also lots of rafting and trout fishing which is what the area is known for. All in all a lovely getaway. Thank you Judy!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lana B.

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

Fall Get-Away

We were thrilled with our visit to this cabin! It was cozy with an awesome mountain decor. It was very well stocked and had a fabulous back deck/porch with a stunning view of the mountains. The weather was perfect and we ate out on the back porch and took our dog for lots of walks around the mountain. This is the perfect place to get away from it all and relax.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

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

Met our needs

The cabin was as described and had all we needed to cook dinner our first night there. I do wish we had realized that there are no towns close by and no stores. The deck outside was perfect to enjoy the mountain view and cool crisp air!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant M.

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

Great location for outdoor adventures.

Nearby you have Lake Nanthaha, Nanthahala River, Bryson City, hiking to observation towers, mountain biking and about 1:15 from Ocoee River. Beautiful country.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Igor K.

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

Great week!

Place is fantastic, exactly as described! Looking forward to staying there again this fall.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill B.

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

Breathtaking View

The view was exceptional. Cabin was stocked with everything we needed. We enjoyed the outdoor fire pit and grilling out while looking at the beautiful mountains. Slept well in the king bed upstairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David J.

The view is worth the rental alone. Spectacular!

We had a very good week staying here mid July. The cabin is comfortable and well equipped for a vacation stay any time of year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

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

Awesome place!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The cabin is great! The view is spectacular! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Beautiful peaceful location

Absolutely loved the cabin and the location. Very private and peaceful. Perfect size for our family. Wonderful host too.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

John G.

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

Mountain top road

It was great. Driving into town was beautiful and the people were so nice. Only one complaint was the lighting in the bathroom was lacking. They could use more.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Relaxing

Beautiful views. Lots of activies all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

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

Family vacation

We loved our stay at the cabin. Clean and had everything you would need for a nice comfortable stay. The view was amazing. We could hear the waterfalls and river from the back porch. So peaceful and relaxing. So glad we stayed there for our family summer vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Johanna T.

Breathtaking!!!!

The location of the cabin is Amazing!!! The beautiful Nantahala river, the waterfall, the mountain views and everything else. The cabin is fully equipped and it is spotless. Loved the decor and the coziness. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Debby D.

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

Fantastic View

We very much enjoyed our stay in this cozy cabin high on a mountainside. The view was incredible! The cabin is clean, spacious and well cared for. We had an excellent experience with the owners and would stay in this cabin again if we are in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth C.

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

Beautiful view!

The view is spectacular. The cabin is clean and very cozy. There is plenty of hiking trails nearby. We enjoyed our stay very much, and spent a ton of time out on the porch enjoying the view. A qarning about the driveway up to the cabin: its steep and curvy. Highly recommend doing it in daylight the first time. We had our Camaro with us and it made the trip up the hill without any problem.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig B.

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

Peace and quiet

The view is spectacular, and it is so quiet. Only saw the neighbors once and that is while they drove by the cabin going to their place. I would place this in the top 6 of all the VRBO's I've stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan R.

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

Amazing cabin with beautiful view

The cabin was very nice and well maintianed. The back porch view was truly amazing durning the fall colors. The road to the cabin is not motorcycle acessible unless using a small trailer to pull bikes up and down. Great location for the lake and a Wayah rd is a must to travel on and take time to enjoy. I would recommend and revisit this cabin. No cell phone service for us in the cabin (verizon).
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

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

Best place and view ever!

We have stayed at this wonderful home for a month on three different occasions in the last three years. It is everything the write-up describes and much, much more. The view is the best one we’ve ever had, and we’ve been coming to the Nantahala Gorge area for at least 15 years. The house is comfortable and well stocked and there is a lovely one mile walk up and back down the mountain right out the door. I can’t say enough about this place and it’s owner, who communicates quickly when needed!
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

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

A Much Needed Getaway...

The pictures don't do this view justice. There is a gorgeous SW facing balcony that allows you to catch a little sunset and we watched the fall leaves change throughout the week. This cabin is perfectly nestled near Topton with beautiful Lake Nantahala nearby. You won't get much cell reception but isn't that the point? Unplug and enjoy a relaxing time reconnecting with nature.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Liz C.

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

Knock out view

The property ideal for two although it can sleep 6. The indoor fireplace and thankfully firewood provided makes a very cozy cabin when the mountain rain weather hunkers in. Super benefit you can bring your animal babies. You must be country tough as in order to see this view you’ve got to have the know how to manage the steep drive in and out. The owner is awesome to communicate with.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terrence g.

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

Best View Ever

The great scenery started on the road leading to the cabin and got better when we walked out on the porch. It was raining so the creek that runs along the main road was roaring and spectacular. We were not sure our car would make it up the hills with the rain and the leaves on the road but we had no problems at all. The cabin is well equipped in the kitchen and comfortable but without a doubt the view is the show stopper. There is plenty to do in the area whether you want to be lazy or super active physically. We enjoyed our time and hope to return soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris S., Indianapolis

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

Great place for disconnect

Enjoyed coming to the mountains to recover from a beach vacation on the days prior. The location, disconnect from cell and the thoughtful touches and amenities from the host made this place perfect. We enjoyed the fireplace during the cold front that moved in and even made use of the fire pit outside. Kitchen is well stocked as well for making dinner. We were only here for a short time but packed in the Tail of the Dragon, foothills parkway and a trip to Wayah Bald for the beautiful 360 degree views at over 5,000 foot elevation. We will definitely keep this place in mind for the future and appreciate the host for their thoughtful set up of it all.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beatriz R., TEMPLE TERRACE

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

Beautiful Cabin

The cabin is as beautiful as the pictures if not more. The kitchen was equipped with all the essentials that you need to cook. One suggestion is to bring a few extra trash bags as the accumulation of trash can happen fast if you are cooking for a family and although there are trash sites on certain days, it was a bit of a challenge for us. But we made it work. The other is, definitely want to arrive in daylight your first day. We didn't get there till 10pm and the road was a bit scary. However, after your first time you will be okay. The host was very responsive and quickly.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Judy Flitter

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We have 5 children, and our 6th has 4 legs. Owning this cabin along with the grandparents has allowed us to experience the majesty & beauty of God's creation. We love to whitewater raft, hike through the mountains, and cook s'mores around the campfire. Being from "flat" FL where the seasons or either hot or cold, we wanted to experience mountains, real seasons, and the breath-taking colors of fall. Watching the sunset on our back porch is also a highlight. We love it here, and want to share the experience with you.

Why they chose this property

We're close to the put-in for whitewater rafting and the Nantahala Lake Marina. Numerous spots to hike are nearby. Its a great place to let your children run and explore the great outdoors. And get away from the business of life, relax in one of the rocker on the back porch, sip a cup of coffee, and enjoy your family.

What makes this property unique

Our family loves the outdoors and the incredible sites in the mountains. There's white water rafting, hiking to see breathtaking waterfalls & the panoramic views at the tops of the mountains, gem mining, tubing in Deep Creek in Bryson City, horseback riding in Robinsville, and much more. Catching a glimpse of 'real' deer has been thrilling for my children. This is a peaceful & friendly town. We enjoy it so much and want to share it with others!

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