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Secluded 'Mountain Home' 12 Mi to Tsali Area

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Robbinsville Vacation Rental | 5BR | 2BA | 1,500 Sq Ft | 2 Steps for Entry
Parking | Garage (2 Vehicles) | Driveway (4 Vehicles)
Living Room | Free WiFi | Smart TV | Central Heat & A/C | Sleeper Sofa
Living area
Living area

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 11139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Robbinsville, NC
  • Fontana Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Fontana Village Resort Marina
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Santeetlah Lake
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Secluded 'Mountain Home' 12 Mi to Tsali Area

Find your Robbinsville home away from home at this 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom cabin! Nestled in a lush forest, this incredible vacation rental features all of the comforts of home, plus a gas fireplace, furnished deck, and gas grill — creating the ultimate North Carolina Stay. Easily access destinations and attractions, such as the Nantahala National Forest, Tsali Recreation Area, and Fontana Lake from this ideally located property. You're also just a 30-minute drive from Bryson City!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Foosball Table | Pet Friendly w/ Fee | Mountain Views

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: King Bed | Bedroom 4: Queen Bed | Bedroom 5: Full Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING: Deck, gas grill, outdoor seating & dining, horseshoes, racquetball
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, DVD player, VCR, video library, gas fireplace, foosball table, dart board, dining table, 2 shower/tub combos, ceiling fans, books
KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher, cooking basics, dishware/flatware, coffee maker, Crockpot, microwave, toaster, water filter, spices
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating & air conditioning, washer/dryer, iron/board, linens/towels, hair dryer
FAQ: Step-free access via deck door, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Garage (2 vehicles), driveway (4 vehicles), trailer parking prohibited

-- THE LOCATION --

ATTRACTIONS: Fontana Dam and Visitors Center (9 miles), Tsali Campground, US Forest Service, Cheoah Ranger District (12 miles), Nantahala National Forest (19 miles), Great Smoky Mountains Railroad (23 miles), Ripley’s Believe It or Not! (66 miles), Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies (67 miles)
HIT THE TRAILS: Yellow Creek Falls (15 miles), Appalachian Trail (18 miles), Santeetlah Lake Trail (19 miles), Trailhead for Findley Falls (25 miles), Snowbird Creek Trailhead (26 miles), Huckleberry Knob Trail (31 miles)
HIT THE SLOPES: Cataloochee Ski Area (52 miles), Highlands Outpost (57 miles), Ober Mountain (69 miles), Ski Sapphire Valley (70 miles)
AIRPORT: McGhee Tyson Airport (61 miles)

-- 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
- Pet friendly w/ $40 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- 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
- NOTE: Hunting is not allowed on-site

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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
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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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Robbinsville

Robbinsville is home to this cabin. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Graham County Historical Association are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Fontana Village Resort Marina and Junaluska Medicine Trail. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Robbinsville, NC

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center - 7 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Fontana Village Resort Marina - 14 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Santeetlah Lake - 19 min drive - 22.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 35 min drive - 44.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stecoah Diner - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stecoah Diner - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fontana Pitstop - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded 'Mountain Home' 12 Mi to Tsali Area pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded 'Mountain Home' 12 Mi to Tsali Area?

Self-parking is available for a fee. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Secluded 'Mountain Home' 12 Mi to Tsali Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded 'Mountain Home' 12 Mi to Tsali Area?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded 'Mountain Home' 12 Mi to Tsali Area located?

This family-friendly Robbinsville cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Fontana Lake. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Fontana Village Resort Marina are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

7.8

Good

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Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 59 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Check-in

8.2/10

Communication

7.4/10

Location

7.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

It was amazing

This was a great cabin, had everything we needed for our stay. This was a much needed vacation for my birthday!! Look forward to coming back!!

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

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

Comfortable Rustic mountain cabin

Was extremely happy with the cabin, it had everything you need to be comfortable for a vacation. Beds are soft, hot water is instant, and the fireplace puts out plenty of heat. Kitchen is small but functional, we really enjoyed the dining room and living room hanging out. 5 Stars I will look to stay here again if available.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Erica W.

Great Getaway Cabin

Great place to stay with a group of friends! Loved having bedrooms upstairs and downstairs. We had power even during some major storms that left local resorts without power.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

Dwight L.

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

Quite

It needs a little TLC. Nothing that distracted from our time there. I would stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

MICHELL L.

It was amazing, beautiful and inviting. We didn't want to leave.

There wasn't anything I didn't like. Doug is great and helpful. I goin to go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Michael M.

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

Nice and quaint mountain home

The house was clean and inviting the back deck could use a little work but over all a nice place to call home for a week the drive way is steep and long not a problem in a car but if on a motorcycle could be challenging especially if it was to rain
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

little c.

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

Great Stay

Stayed for a week perfect for family. Only 1 T.V. which was a perfect so the 3 teenagers were forced to unplug and interact lol. It is a steep climb on a gravel road so be prepared. It is an older cabin there was a sweet older beagle dog that would come to visit. All around great stay no complaints. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Kelly O.

Disliked: Communication, location

Road to get to cabin

Couldn’t stay at all to dangerous to get my motorcycle up to the property tried reaching out to the local contact never got a response wasted money had to stay somewhere else and cut trip short
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

CANDACE

New Year’s Eve getaway

This little cabin was great for our family & pups. We had no issues getting up the hill with our Camry. It was a little hard to see at night in the fog & rain but wasn’t as steep as I imagined. I think the owners addressed some of the concerns because they had space heaters for every room so the cabin stayed warm. The water got hot very quickly.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Thanksgiving Getaway

The property was perfect for our group of 10. We enjoyed the views and fires in the fireplace. The location was nice in that neighbors weren't right on top of each other but the driveway is steep. The cabin was older but well kept. Even though the porch was sloping, it was not at all unsafe or concerning. We very much enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Edward T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Riding Weekend - Hellbender Stay

Pros: Good location, nice views, roomy. Furnishings are old but cozy. Awesome garage for the motorcycles. Cons: Steep gravel road not for beginner riders. Looking for a roomy,comfortable place in a good location this is it. If you're looking for modern, fancy furnishings, this isn't it.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Clem B.

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

Great get away

Had an enjoyable time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
there was no pool table
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Holly F.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness

Property needs some attention

Let’s start with what we liked about the property. It was simple. We could let the kids be loose and not have to worry about them breaking something or wedding something up. The views were amazing. Evolve was very helpful prior to our arrival. A good amount of antenna channels come in on the tv. Now let’s get to the bot so good things. The cleanliness of the property. There were rat dropping in the kitchen drawers. Dirty dishes in the cabinets. What appears to be evidence of an exploded coke in the ice maker. A package of cigars on the nightstand of one of the bedrooms. Mold on the ceiling of the dining room. Now things that did not work. The dryer door didn’t stay closed, there had been duck tape placed to hold the door. Don’t worry we fixed that. There is no heat down in the basement. There were space heaters located in the bedrooms down there several of which did not work. There is a gas heater located down there we could not get it to light, could have been an operator error. The downstairs bathroom sink would not drain, we cleaned it out and found a bottle cap, a rock, and a wad of hair the size of a mouse which I suppose goes back to cleanliness, how do you clean a sink and not notice it won’t drain. You couldn’t wash your hands without it filling up. Others have complained about the deck, it is very questionable on the side of the house. We didn’t use that area, we only used right at the door. The central unit thermostat batteries were dead, we replaced them. A few other things to note for future visitors. The upstairs bathroom can not be accessed by a wheelchair. The doorway was not wide enough. The house sleeps 10, there were not 10 towels and wash cloths. We had 7 people and had to go buy towels and wash cloths for everyone to be able to have a shower everyday. The house is much smaller than it seems in the photos. Which wasn’t a problem for us just something others may want to know. The kitchen sink leaks, there was a bowl under it to catch water. The washing machine does not have cold water, so to rise you have to restart the cycle . We did not call the management company because we feel like they know, and we were already there it was a holiday so we just let it go. The purpose of this review is to inform them of what needs to be done and to warn future visitors of potential issues if these things go unfixed. Overall we had a great time it was just frustrating to stay in a home with so many issues. Will not stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Augusta A.

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

Beautiful cabin

There was 5 of us plus 3 dogs and there was still more than enough room the cabin fits 11 people easily and comfortably. Yes the place is a bit difficult to get to but once you get to the cabin it's worth it's Exactly like it describes. The only problem we had was on the outside left side of the house (driveway side) it was starting to bow but other than that my family and I will b back. Thank you for a great stay. My favorite part was the sunrise on the mountains BEAUTIFUL.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Grant M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Rural Cabin was fantastic, but not perfection.

My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay here last week and would definitely stay here again. If you're looking for a 5-Star Ritz-Carlton experience, this isn't it. It's a cabin in the middle of nowhere and it's age means it's a little rough around the edges (broken coffee table, aging deck, a couple soft spots in the sun room floor) - a bit like visiting your grandmothers house. But we don't see that as a negative at all. It was very cozy and just perfect for us. And we can also see where the owners are making improvements with many things being recently replaced, so that's good. The deck is aged, as other reviews have said, but perfectly safe. We loved it out there while cooking dinner on the grill or just enjoying the incredible mountain view. We had no issues with water, as some other reviews have said. We were all showering, cooking, and running the dishwasher daily, and never had an issue with running out of water. Water was nice and hot when needed too. There was no issue with bugs either. I figured it would be buggy to be so out in the middle of nowhere. But I didn't see any bugs, really, except for some millipedes which are completely harmless, so that's not a big deal. The only real issue we had (which would be a benefit for some) is that our phones didn't work at all. We had absolutely ZERO reception and couldn't even send a text message. This was only really an issue when we first arrived because we couldn't open our emails to get the check-in procedures to get inside the home. So be warned about that and have all your check in procedures opened and saved before you go anywhere close to the area. Once you're in the cabin, however, you have access to the cabins Wi-Fi which is surprisingly fast to be out in such a rural area. We had no problem streaming movies on the TV and using all of our phones while on the cabins Wi-Fi. While the cabin is beautiful, it is VERY rural - way more out in the sticks than we realized. It required a 45-60 minute drive to get to pretty much anywhere, with Pigeon Forge being a full 2 hour drive away. And anywhere you go also involves wild, windy, twisty mountain roads so have dramanine on hand if you're not used to such roads. Not a bad thing just more rural than realized. The driveway in front of the cabin is flat, but the loose gravel road up to the cabin is VERY steep. Our SUV never had a problem getting up there though. Just took some doing. Over all, it was a great experience and we're very glad we went.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
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6/10 Okay

Dana

Fishing trip

We stayed for 4 nights. Cabin needs some TLC and some updating. We had some issues with hot water and the gas grill. We informed the owner and both problems fixed within the hour. Overall our stay was good for a bunch of guys going fishing.

2/10 Terrible

Harley M.

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

Stay far away

DO NOT RENT THIS PLACE. If you are worried about you and your family's safety; stay way from this rental. If you have a motorcycle, a trailer or an RV/ camper you will not be able to get to this place safely. If you do get to this place it only holds 2 cars comfortably. More than two cars you have to back into the drive way or won't have enough room to turn around. Once you reach the house you will see that out side deck and part of the house has rot on it. We tried to use the dining area ONCE. And when this part of the house shifted. Our OSHA inspector and two carpenters who stayed at the house went to inspect the structural integrity of the dinning room. It was sketchy at best. The hand rail is no where near Tennessee regulation. Anyone could fall of the deck easily. Would stay far away from this house until it has been properly fixed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Chris C., Bluffton

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Not rentable

Arrived at house which was hell to get to, went there for motorcycle riding. You can't get a bike up the gravel hill, way to steep! A tree had fallen through deck which compromised the dining room safety. Also back deck was unsafe, rotted and the hand rail would move a foot in either direction. Trees were falling in driveway so you couldn't park a car in driveway. We canceled and even though we didn't stay there they wanted to charge us for cleaning fee! To BS! I would not recommend this house to anybody!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Bob F.

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

Good place

This cabin is off the beaten path a bit, but still within 25min drive to Bryson City, and the NOC...both are great places to visit. The cabin itself is in need of some repair with a broken deck, and just some general wear and tear. But overall, we really enjoyed a quite getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

6/10 Okay

Julie M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Needs updating

Host was very nice to accommodate us last minute. There was plenty parking for 4 cars and not too steep to get to house. House needs lots of TLC including rotten deck, old outdoor furniture, stained ceiling tiles, and broken refrigerator and foos ball table. We were happy to find a place and spent much of time exploring the area. We had 8 adults and the 5 bedrooms accommodated us nicely with 3 bedrooms downstairs so the teenagers had their own space. We reported the broken refrigerator/freezer so hopefully it will be fixed before the next guest arrives.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve V.

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

It was better than we expected.

We were initially turned off by the reviews but in contacting the management we were assured the problems had been fixed. The water worked great except if you are there in freezing conditions it is best to let a faucet drip overnight to prevent freezing. I am picky about my drinking water so only used the water for cooking, etc. Absolutely no problems with cleanliness or pests. We did turn the pilot light for the fireplace off by mistake but an email was answered in minutes and we were up and running again. Great area, saw the Jupiter Neptune thing and would go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Jennifer J.

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

Nice for the price

Cabin was a bit smaller than the photos led us to believe. There could be some improvements to the cabin but for the price it was a great, affordable vacation. Would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maranda H., Pink Hill

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

Great Cabin perfect for a weekend away from hustle and bustle!

Our family 5 adults and 5 children thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the mountain home! We arrived at the cabin -- please be aware the driveway is steep but perfectly fine getting up! There was plenty of parking at the cabin and we drove a large suv and a large truck we could have fit another large suv with room to spare! The cabin was clean, comfortable, and cozy! The couches were very comfortable TV was nice and internet was also great! Once we arrived at the cabin we had absolutely no bars of cell service so having wifi was great so we could call via that! The beds were pretty good the down stairs rooms do not have vents but were cool and warm when we needed them they all have ceiling fans so that was a plus! We enjoyed the view from the deck and the large windows! We found ourselves opening the windows to hear the wind and playful squirrels also! All in all we enjoyed our trip! The cabin is about 25 mins from Bryson City and about 15-20 from the Fontana Dam which was amazing to see! I recommend this cabin to those who want to be out of the city and enjoy the parks and local attractions!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

2/10 Terrible

Dave W.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

No water

We had 8 people staying over three nights. Only 3 showers were taken when water ran out. There were “well pump reset instructions“ on window sill that had little effect. Water would only last a few minutes ,at the beginning of reset, and then no water For the rest of the weekend. We were flushing with cooler water until toilets clogged on last day. Gas grill was filthy Deck was warped and unstable, with loose boards Dining porch was leaning with rotted boards as support Bot fuse all and dart nap d were broken and missing parts Refridge water filter had not been changed since 2013 Trash was left behind building and thrown overSinks drain hill, upon arrival Toilet seat and sinks drain were broken on second floor Bathroom A lot of light bulbs were out Grill caught fire on first attempt to grill (full of grease) This property should of never been rented. Spoke to building manager and he went over water reset instructions, but we would “have to deal with situation. Well would be fixed in a couple weeks “
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

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