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Modern rustic escape Manataka Cabin

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Living area
Room
Bathroom

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

About this property

Modern rustic escape Manataka Cabin

Location :
This cabin has a super convenient location less than 10 minutes from downtown Bryson City. You can enjoy the local shops, restaurants, and breweries of this charming mountain town, or stop by and check out the historic train depot for the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, all located in Bryson City. The Deep Creek entrance into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is also located just outside of Bryson City, packed with great hiking trails, 3 beautiful waterfalls, and during the spring and summer months, excellent tubing! The Harrahs Casino, Oconaluftee River hiking trails & tubing, the popular Mingo & Soco waterfalls, and the Sequoyah National Golf Course are all located about 15 minutes away in Cherokee, NC. Reach the Almond Boat Dock on Fontana Lake for some great swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and canoeing options in about 20-25 minutes, Or you can experience the exhilaration of white-water rafting, zip lining, and other adventurous excursions out in the Nantahala Gorge located 30 minutes away. The roads to this cabin are not considered 'Motorcycle Friendly'.

Exterior :
The Manataka Cabin is a charming singular level cabin tucked away amongst the quiet forestry of the Smoky Mountains. The driveway to the cabin is gravel and a one lane road leads you to this quaint mountain cabin. This cabin has a wonderful fire pit in the yard with a gas grill for your enjoyment. The porch is conveniently screened in and furnished with relaxing rocking chairs and a hot tub overlooking the picturesque mountains that surround you.

Entry Level :
The rustic decor of the Manataka cabin is warm and welcoming as you enter into this cabin. The living room has plush couches and chairs that surround the flat screen tv making for a great place to congregate. Adjacent to the living room is the kitchen and dining area with a table that seats four. A great feature of this property is the beautiful views that are displayed out the window overlooking the dining table. The bedroom is furnished with a queen size bed and the bathroom has a standing shower only.

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Pet Policy:
This cabin is PET FRIENDLY. If you are bringing a pet along for your visit, there are maximum pet restrictions set by the individual cabin owners, so be sure to inquire what the restrictions may be for your cabin if you are planning to bring more than one pet with you. Please read our House Rules for more information and specifics about our Pet Policies.

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Wi-Fi Internet service is not guaranteed. This cabin is located in a remote area where securing reliable internet connectivity poses quite a challenge, which is why we unfortunately are not able to offer technical support should an issue arise. Additionally, as the Wi-Fi service is provided free of charge, we cannot offer refunds of any kind for service interruptions. If needed, we are always available to assist you in finding other options that provide free Wi-Fi internet to patrons.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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
$95 Pet Fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Dogs welcome! A $95 pet fee is required per stay. Restrictions & rules apply — contact us for the full pet policy.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

About the area

Bryson City

Bryson City is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Oconaluftee Visitor Center, while Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Pincu Pottery are cultural highlights. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting.
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 4 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 5 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 5 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 5 min drive - 8.0 km
  • The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians - 5 min drive - 8.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Anthony's Italian Resturant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern rustic escape Manataka Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Modern rustic escape Manataka Cabin?

As of 15 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern rustic escape Manataka Cabin on 20 May 2026 start from NZ$217, 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.

What time is check-in at Modern rustic escape Manataka Cabin?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern rustic escape Manataka Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Modern rustic escape Manataka Cabin located?

Situated in Bryson City, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pincu Pottery and Tuckasegee River. Fontana Lake and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 28 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Teresa C.

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

Anniversary trip

We enjoyed staying at Manataka it was peaceful but not far away from other things we wanted to do! The cabin was very nice!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

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

Perfect getaway

The cabin was cozy and the scenery were perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Peaceful getaway.

Perfect place to escape.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl P.

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

Cabin

The cabin was nice and very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molli J.

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

Very nice

Very nice secluded cabin, exactly what we were looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Breanna W.

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

Cute, Cozy and Everything you need

Our first time visiting Bryson City & we WILL be back. This cabin was perfect in every way, the location was perfect. Close to downtown & nature trails!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brenda F.

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

Relax

We loved the cabin. It was so nicely decorated and comfortable. We would definitely come again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

William V.

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

Cozy and Beautiful Cabin

Me and my wife rented this cabin for our honeymoon. The cabin was amazing and we loved the location. The only complaint we had was the internet did not work the entire time we were there, but other than that we loved staying in this cabin and would do it again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Perfect Fit

The cabin was well appointed. Any random thing we thought of (even some forgotten hiking poles - they had walking stick). It was close to Bryson City, but remote in feel, could barely see another structure. We spent time at the NOC and GSMP... after starting our day in the hot tub with coffee.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Brittney S.

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

Cozy Cabin

Overall this was a great place to stay! The Cabin is way up the hill, not much of a view but very secluded! Smalll but cozy - perfect for my husband, dog and I! Close to Bryson City and plenty of hiking trails! The cabin looks just like the pictures! One person commented on being dark... yes, there arent many lights but was just fine for us! There is a small little kitchenette to make some meals. Would recommend!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Todd H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication

Property Manager Sucks

We called twice because we had no internet. No one could help us. We had to drive into town to get internet so I was able to check in with my job. The roads to the cabin were extremely steep so it was a little stressful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

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

PERFECT QUIET GETAWAY

This cozy cabin is the perfect place for ANYONE who needs a quiet place to getaway from EVERYDAY life. My husband and I enjoyed the screened in front porch. I just wished that there weren’t so many trees to block my Mountain View. But, was thankful they were there for the shade. The cabin was very clean and set up with EVERYTHING you would need. Didn’t get great internet service . But, that was ok….. We didn’t use the hot tub. My husband had just had brain surgery and wasn’t aloud to get in. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

WALT B.

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

Cute but not accurate…

Good location. Quiet. Great for a couple. Issues that we had were related to not having internet/WiFi to allow us to finish work upon arrival. Called the office “WiFi is the owners responsibility. “We’ll contact our manager and have her call the owner to schedule a repair.” We never heard back. Second issues was that the hot tub was not cleaned and properly filled. We found this out late on day two as we didn’t use it the night before. Otherwise it’s a cute cabin. We did cook two meals and used the grill so all that was o.k. Bath and hand towels could do with an upgrade. As well as a refresh on the pot/pans, as well as an appropriate sized backing sheet to fit in the smaller oven.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Michelle V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Ok but not what we were hoping for

I’ll start with the good: very, very clean, nice additions like a blender, high quality tea kettle, good reading materials and games, comfortable bed, clean and good bathroom. The bad: it’s a dark cabin. The pictures make it look bright but it’s not. If light makes you happy (it does for me), this isn’t the place for you. I called the management company and told them the internet wasn’t working. Her response, “we don’t guarantee internet.” No offer to come and look at it. I wrote Kenneth the Property Manager twice to tell him we decided to leave early because I needed internet. He didn’t reply at all. I suggested they take internet off the amenities list. Several people have written about it. There’s no yard, it’s just gravel. If you don’t need internet, aren’t bothered by a dark cabin, and don’t need grass for your dog or kids, it’s a really nice place. For my needs, it’s not somewhere I’d return to.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything thing was great! Definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

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

Cute cozy cabin

This is a super cute cozy cabin that is about 15 minutes to town. The place was clean and cute. Loved the screened in porch area. We were able to use the grill, fire pit, played the games provided and hot tub! I would recommend a truck or SUV for the drive up to the cabin. Would definitely come back to this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amiyah V.

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

So beautiful

We went on our honeymoon here with our pups and it was the most relaxing vacation ever ❤️❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen G.

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

Perfect Anniversary Getaway

Property was clean and updated. Everything was exactly as described. We felt right at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

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

Quite cabin

Perfect for romantic getaway for couple. Close to town but secluded. Hot tub and fire pit were a plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roberta G.

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

Relaxation

My husband & I really enjoyed the relaxing & secluded cabin
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Beautiful cabin

We loved the location and the area. The cabin was perfect for us and we would definitely go again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

christina p.

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

Relaxing!

Secluded, relaxing, beautiful and closing to all types of adventure
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay P.

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

Mountain Getaway

We enjoyed our stay in this cabin. We try to go out into the Mountains of Bryson City at least once a year. The Cabin was clean and ready for our 5 day stay. The trees and nature it sits in was perfect. There is a big window that looks out into the woods and it’s perfect in the morning when having coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin J.

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

Valentines weekend

Beautiful cabin, very well Maintained and the view is great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Flossie S.

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

Peaceful and Secluded, Worth the Drive

It was my first time taking a trip like this since my husband, Keith, died last year. I have been a widow since Aug. 29, 2020. I came with my dog for a peaceful, healing, "me and God" mountain retreat. Although the drive up the mountain to the cabin was a little scary, it was totally worth it. It was peaceful and the view is amazing. And putting the TV on a virtual fireplace video on YouTube totally completed the experience. My dog loved our morning walks up the path. She didn't want to leave! Had a little trouble getting the hot tub to work right, water was not heating up, but other than that, it was a much needed retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

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