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Highlights
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Spa pool on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Bryson City, NC
Tuckasegee River
Place, Tuckasegee River
8 min drive
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
8 min drive
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
8 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Master suite 2
1 King Bed
Master suite 1
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Master Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Master Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Foxfire Tent
★ Two private king suites in a safari tent, for two couples or the family.
Foxfire is a canvas safari tent at Elk Hollow, set on a big wraparound deck in the trees. It's built for two couples or a family who want two real bedrooms and two full baths instead of sharing a space. Quiet, private, and surrounded by birdsong, with the odd deer or turkey passing through.
This is glamping, not camping. The walls are canvas, but the comforts aren't: two spa-style baths, a full kitchen, heat and AC, WiFi, three TVs, and keyless entry. You'll fall asleep to the forest through screened windows, which is the point.
🛋️ INSIDE ➝ Open living area with a leather couch, easy chairs, and a Smart TV ➝ Full kitchen: red cabinets, granite, stainless, dishwasher, stocked with cookware and dinnerware ➝ Teak dining for four, plus a high-top table, and a second dining set out on the deck ➝ Board games, WiFi, three smart TVs, and a dedicated workspace in each suite
🛏️ WHERE YOU'LL SLEEP ➝ Suite 1: rustic barnwood king, private ensuite with a walk-in rainfall shower, Smart TV, workspace ➝ Suite 2: Amish hand-crafted log king, private ensuite with a soaking tub and rainfall shower, Smart TV, workspace ➝ One suite has its own back door, handy for an early riser slipping out for coffee ★ Guests say the beds are some of the most comfortable they've slept in
🌲 OUTSIDE ➝ Large wraparound deck with seating and a teak dining table ➝ Private hot tub with mountain views, open year-round ➝ Fire pit for s'mores under the stars ➝ Gas grill for sunrise coffee or long dinners under the trees ➝ String lights overhead after dark
♥ WHO IT'S FOR Two couples, a double-date weekend, or a family with older kids who want two private bedrooms and two baths. Multigenerational trips work well here. It's quiet by design, so it's a getaway, not a party house.
🚗 GETTING HERE The access road is steep gravel, so we recommend AWD or 4WD, especially in rain, and arriving before dark on your first trip. From parking, it's a set of trail-like steps up to the main deck, about 25, with another 5 down to the fire pit. The climb is the trade for how private and tucked-in the tent feels. Five minutes from downtown Bryson City, right by the Deep Creek entrance to the Smokies.
➳ GOOD TO KNOW It's a canvas safari tent, so you'll hear the rain, the birds, and a bit more of the outdoors than a cabin. Two more double-suite tents, Serengeti and Swallowtail, sit within walking distance; book all three for a bigger group, and know that when they're occupied you'll hear some of your neighbours, since canvas isn't soundproof. About 25 steps to the deck. Glamping, with two spa baths, a full kitchen, and heat and AC, not roughing it, but the canvas and the steps are real and worth picturing before you book.
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Must sign rental agreement upon booking
A security hold will be placed 2 days prior to arrival and released 2 days after departure, if no damages are reported.
Follow house rules: no pets, no inside smoking, no parties.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 3447864vb
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Bryson City
Located in Bryson City, this cabin is in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Oconaluftee Indian Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nantahala Brewing Company and Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Cherokee Botanical Garden and Nature Trail are also worth visiting.
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
Nantahala Brewing Company - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
The Wild Fern - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 144 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 10 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Bryson City Brewing - 8 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 10 min drive
Arby's - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Foxfire Tent pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Foxfire Tent?
As of 10 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Foxfire Tent on 26 January 2027 start from NZ$866, 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 Foxfire Tent?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Foxfire Tent?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Foxfire Tent?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Foxfire Tent located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Juney Whank Falls and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad. Tom Branch Falls and Indian Creek Falls are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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We absolutely loved our stay here and want to visit again! It had everything we needed and was super clean. The best part was being able to sit in the hot tub and look up at the stars at night and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Luxury glamping at its finest! This property exceeded all expectations and we had a wonderful time exploring the surrounding area. The Safari tent was meticulously clean and maintained while providing everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Couldn't have asked for a better experience!
Property is beautiful! They were doing a lot of construction, the road is very narrow so that was a little tough to get around.
Otherwise a wonderful clean place to relax?
This was my very first “glamping” experience and it didn’t disappoint. The tent was absolutely beautiful and the host was amazing. I would recommend some mosquito netting around the outside recliners to minimize bugs, but other than that the property is amazing. I will be recommending this location to friends and family
My husband and I were here for a long weekend getaway. We really enjoyed the safari tent as we have never stayed in something like this before. We didn’t have a chance to use the fire pit but we did use the hot tub which was great. The tent was very clean, and we did have a small issue with the electric lock, but the owner was very quick to reply and help us out. The only thing I would suggest to the owner would be to put some rugs down as the floor does get very cold, especially this time of year All in all everything was great and we would definitely stay here again.
We couldn’t have asked for a better weekend away celebrating our 1st anniversary. The home is so unique and offers a different escape in to the mountains. You feel as if you’re sitting in the tree tops when you’re relaxing on the outdoor recliners or enjoying the hot tub. Waking up to the sound of birds chirping and the colorful trees was exactly what we needed. The home was very clean, the kitchen had everything we needed, and despite the fact that it was a tent and the temps at night were in the 40s we were very comfortable day and night. The owner was very responsive with any questions as well! There are steps going down to the tent that would be challenging for someone with any sort of issues walking/climbing but otherwise the location and travel was perfect. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will be back!
I’ve stayed at thousands of Hotels over my 40 year career, but never a Safari Tent! I flew my Wife up for the weekend and this place was amazing! The host is super easy to communicate with and everything was really great for our short stay. I highly recommend giving one of these Safari Tent stays a try, you won’t regret it. It is just up the hill from hiking and tubing at the park and a few minutes to Bryson City a super cute little town.
Jim M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
About the host
Hosted by Kendra Jackson
Hi, I'm Jeanetta, your host at Elk Hollow.
After 34 years in the rental industry, and with my husband Mike behind me the whole way, I built the retreat I'd always wanted to stay in. Elk Hollow sits a mile from the Deep Creek entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, on quiet ground with a stream running through it, hardwoods overhead, and wild turkeys and deer that turn up like they own the place. They kind of do.
What I care about is that you arrive and exhale. That you feel relaxed, safe, and at home, with more to do nearby than you'll have time for.
I'm happiest outdoors. I have two children, six grandchildren, and friends I've kept my whole life, and most of my favorite memories were made in these mountains. I hope you make some here too.
Come see us.
Why they chose this property
Foxfire is the one you book when it's two of you plus two more.
Two private king suites, each with its own en-suite bath, so nobody's sharing a bathroom or tiptoeing past a sleeping couple. A double-date weekend, two friends and their partners, or a family with older kids. Everyone gets a real bedroom.
The middle is shared: a leather couch and a Smart TV, a red-cabinet kitchen that's actually fun to cook in, a teak table for long dinners, and a hot tub on the deck with the mountains in front of it. One suite even has its own back door for the early riser.
Want a bigger group? Serengeti and Swallowtail are two more double-suite tents a short walk away. Book all three and keep everyone close.
What makes this property unique
Features at a Glance
- Two king master suites, each with a private en-suite bath, sleeps 4 - Suite 1: rustic barnwood king, walk-in rainfall shower - Suite 2: Amish hand-crafted log king, soaking tub and rainfall shower - One suite has its own separate back door - Private hot tub off the deck, mountain views, open year-round - Fire pit for s'mores under the stars - Full kitchen: red cabinets, granite, stainless, dishwasher, fully stocked - Teak dining for four, a high-top table, and a second dining set on the deck - Three Smart TVs and a dedicated workspace in each suite - Board games for the group - Gas grill and a large wraparound deck - String lights overhead, in-unit washer and dryer, heat and AC year-round - Keyless entry, self check-in any time - Two more double-suite tents (Serengeti, Swallowtail) within walking distance for bigger groups - AWD or 4WD recommended on the steep gravel road, especially in rain - About 25 trail-like steps up to the deck, plus 5 down to the fire pit - Five minutes from downtown Bryson City, next to Deep Creek and the Smokies
Languages:
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