Title: Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=22249062&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View ## Photo gallery for Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View ![Outdoor dining - Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View (Bryson City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22250000/22249100/22249062/4b201382.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View (Bryson City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22250000/22249100/22249062/f35509c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View (Bryson City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22250000/22249100/22249062/aa62ef2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View (Bryson City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22250000/22249100/22249062/37809768.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace - Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View (Bryson City)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22250000/22249100/22249062/ac3648ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a ridgetop, this custom log home offers seclusion and an amazing view of Fontana Lake. Enjoy the convenience of being midway between Bryson City and the Nantahala River with access to attractions like Cherokee, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, and more. Savor time in your cozy cabin with its granite countertops kitchen, leather sofa by a stone fireplace in the great room or unwind at your own hot tub. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View Free Activities Included Every Day! To enhance your vacation experience, free admissions are included every day of your stay to some of the most popular attractions the area has to offer such as the Biltmore, Smoky Mountain Railroad, white water rafting, jeep excursions, and more! Daily value of $250. Cabin is pet friendly – Pet Fees Apply. This custom log home offers the majesty of a ridgetop location providing seclusion and an amazing view looking west for awesome sunsets and a glimpse of Fontana Lake. Yet the location is just minutes to hwy 74 and you are midway between Bryson City and the Nantahala River, so convenient to Cherokee, the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, the NOC, and all the other area attractions. Housekeeping / Hot Tub / Amenities Fee added to all reservations in this unit: $150 internet option We offer a portable WIFI Hotspot to guests of this cabin for a small setup fee. Availability of our Hotspot devices is limited and on a first-come basis. Service is limited by cell signal quality and there are usage restrictions, but this device should allow internet access sufficient for casual internet enjoyment. This device must be requested in advance and availability of a device is not guaranteed. See FAQ for further details. kitchen Your kitchen is appointed with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances including dishwasher, microwave and coffee maker. We also provide you with all the dishes, utensils and cooking tools you'll need. A gas grill is provided for BBQ connoisseurs (full propane tank included). great room The great room features a cozy living and dining area with table suitable for seating 6 adults. The modern-rustic decor features a leather sofa and loveseat, hardwood floors and stone fireplace. There is a DirecTV satellite system with HBO and other premium movie channels as well as an upgraded sports package. There's a home theatre system and CD/DVD player (bring your own music or listen to one of the dozens of digital music channels provided by digital satellite). This is just the main level... there is a second living room / rec room in the basement with a custom matching bar and pool table, sectional sofa with gaming and home theatre centre, and lots of play space. sleeping accommodations All our cabins feature both down and foam pillows as well as down comforters. Most beds have a pillow-top mattress and all are dressed with luxury, all-cotton linens. Towels are provided for the base number of occupancy with additional towels for hot tub use. ground floor (basement) This open rec room provides a large floorspace and 1 queen air mattress with linens are available for extra sleeping (add'l charges apply when sleeping occupancy exceeds the "base" number or when futons/air mattresses are utilized for sleeping). main level There are 2 bedrooms and a shared bath on this level. The bedrooms have 2 twin beds and a king bed, respectively. top floor The king master bedroom is upstairs with a private bath. This level also has an open loft that looks over the living room that has a full futon for extra sleeping. Linens and towels for guests utilizing the futon(s) for sleeping are provided for when occupancy is greater than the base amount of this cabin, but use of these linens when occupancy doesn't warrant it may result in additional charges as defined on our reservations page. Cabin is pet friendly – Pet Fees Apply. All bookings are subject to local restrictions in place at the time of the stay. We may not be allowed to accommodate all bookings that are made if local rules change after you make a booking. We make every effort to communicate current, local rules and any changes to them. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Electric car charging station on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Pillowtop mattress - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with premium cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Firepit - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Electric car charging station ## Similar properties ![House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94370000/94369800/94369754/aeb6f2bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 'joshuas Lodge' w/ Hot Tub + Mountain Views! 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If Max occupancy is exceeded, there is additional charge of $20 per night per person. Smoking is permitted only outside on decks, and please respect that the the Smoky Mountains are flammable, so do n0t toss butts, ever. Some homes are pet friendly for up to 2 dogs with additional fee of $15 per pet per day. contact host for details. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: per House Rules, dogs only, $15/day/pet fee ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Big Sky Lodge 3BR 3BA Bryson City Big Sky Lodge 3BR 3BA Big Sky 3BR 3BA Bryson City Big Sky 3BR 3BA Big Sky Lodge 3BR 3BA Big Sky Lodge Watershed Cabins Excellent View Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View Cabin 69180 ## About the area Located in Bryson City, this cabin is on a river. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Mason Mountain Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Nantahala National Forest. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. [Visit our Bryson City travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bryson-City.dx83988) [View more Cabin rentals in Bryson City](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bryson-City-Cabins.d83988-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.36580%2C-83.47670&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Oz5Y1o-UafSQBwBLrq9WQX2pc5c=) Bryson City, NC ### What's nearby - ![Sunrise over Great Smoky Mountains National Park; Shutterstock ID 674191873; Purchase Order: -](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635056394289/e3065e29-6298-4bd3-b081-46bbfb878e91.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fontana Lake 11 min drive \- 3.7 miles - ![Down on the Tuck](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/174611/9983432a-4b89-42fa-ba1d-aa88117191b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tuckasegee River 12 min drive \- 6.0 miles - ![Smoky Mountains Railroad Scenic Train, adjacent to the Tuckasegee River. It is a freight and heritage railroad in Western North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6130031/4e1fc0e9-1926-489f-a86b-087e314ac039.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Great Smoky Mountains Railroad 14 min drive \- 7.5 miles - Pincu Pottery 9 min drive \- 2.4 miles - Smokey Mountain Trains Museum 14 min drive \- 7.5 miles ### Getting around - Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) 150 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 15 min drive - McDonald's 15 min drive - Bryson City Brewing 17 min drive - Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits 15 min drive - Anthony's Italian Resturant 16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View? ### What time is check-out at Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View? ### Where is Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Big Sky Lodge - Free Rafting Adventure - Hot Tub - Secluded Sunset View Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 23 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Naomi H. 11 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing and Peaceful Beautiful views on the mountain top, cozy, relaxing cabin, so much to do without even leaving ##### Naomi H. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cassie A. 3 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful! Awesome property, great location and beautiful views! ##### Cassie A. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robbie S. 28 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway cabin The cabin was great for a bigger group (we had 9 people with us) and the view was amazing- my only complaint is that they don't provide any towels for the 10 people they state it can hold and we didn't see any covers either- thankfully we had brought some. also, make sure you do have a 4x4 car ( as described on the descriptions) since the ride up the mountain is super steep- other than that, everything was as described, and we enjoyed our stay. ##### Robbie S. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Keith R. 5 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The property was as advertised. Family thoroughly enjoyed what the property and surrounding area had to offer. ##### Keith R. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael L. 13 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The property was perfect, views were amazing, super clean, firewood available and so peaceful. I would recommend bringing drinking water, the water has a very strong odor and taste. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/6c20599f-43e4-4114-a6c7-f8b6530c79b2-1760347317364.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/ef55be87-20f4-4af0-90b3-d6dec779ed4f-1760347376374.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Michael L. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mikah L. 4 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome getaway The stay was awesome. Very very clean, amenities are great. However, I wouldn’t necessarily recommend families with very small children (we had a 1 1/2 year old with us). Although there were plenty of baby gates to use, it isn’t the most baby friendly. ##### Mikah L. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Kristen M. 28 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great View Honestly had a wonderful stay at Big Sky Lodge. Everything was just as noted in listing and Watershed Properties was easy to deal with. Owners could do MINOR updating of shower heads, toilets and carpet downstairs to keep property 4⭐️; but beds comfortable and kitchen well stocked. Had a wonderful visit and the view is spectacular! ##### Kristen M. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherry G. 28 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Would stay here again! Listing was super accurate. Road up to top of mountain a little challenging so be comfortable with very steep switchback driveway. We have a GMC 4-wheel drive and on the last switchback before driveway we had to back up and reposition both coming and going to make the turn. Otherwise, the property is excellent, we enjoyed smores, the hot tub, the very nicely stocked kitchen where we prepared excellent meals, and the indescribable view as much as possible. All in all, an excellent location and property we will definitely visit again! ##### Sherry G. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Kimberly D. 9 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location #### Fair experience The road leading to the cabin is washed out in 2 of the sharpest turns. The cabin looks nice in the front but needs a lot of repairs.. The fence in the front was leaning and not safe. The fence around back at the fireplace has fallen down and around the parameter of the steep slope of the woods the fence rotted so be careful if you have smaller kids. The stairs on the side by the hot tub were wobbly. The hot tub has a brown ring around it and the water was dirty. Some of the foundation beams of the deck were rotted and there was a strap holding them together. Some have been replaced. The screens were falling out of the windows and the window trim was hanging from the windows. There was trash and beer cans outside from the previous ppl. The inside ceiling fan didn’t work in the main living room. The dryer door was hard to close and the washer smells like mildew. The shower upstairs had a lot of hard water stains. The dart board didn’t work downstairs and we could not figure out how to work the tv. The handwritten instructions were not helpful and a lot of it had been scratched out. We had to watch the tiny tv upstairs. The inside could use some updating and a good dusting but overall was very clean. The kitchen was nice and had everything needed to cook. There were plenty of towels and pillows. The view was beautiful and it was peaceful. It wasn’t a terrible stay but I expected more for the price. If repairs are made I would return for another visit. ##### Kimberly D. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather B. 12 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great views My husband and his friends spent a long weekend here in September. They ended up spending more time out exploring than at the house, but it was a great “home base” for them and offered great views and comfortable accomodations for their group of five. Communication with the property manager was easy and helpful. ##### Heather B. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Elisa L. 24 Jul 2022 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice experience The cabin overall is really nice! Worth spending your money here. The only thing I didn’t like was driving the long and bumpy mountain to the cabin. Overall cleaning was good just need to clean the fan ceilings. ##### Elisa L. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane S. 21 Feb 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Get away from it all at Big Sky! Very relaxing weekend. I think the dogs enjoyed it the most!! 1000 games of pool and fire pit fun. Used the hot tub a couple times, the well water definitely has some minerals my city kids are not used to giving rise to some coloration and odors… all good but took some getting used to. Above-average log cabin style home with all the trappings in a very isolated location. Kitchen decently stocked, as is typical with rentals struggled with the cheap knives and finding things like the right sized pots and dishes. Probably not the best choice if you are wanting to pop into a cute mountain town for dinner as you really are away from it all. Better in my opinion for bringing in your own food and enjoying each other’s company and staying put. We did go to Tsali trail system for hiking. GSMNP doesn’t allow dogs which limited our hiking choices, but this did the trick (horses and bikes allowed too). Views and stars galore. Enjoyed our stay. ##### Jane S. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa W. 13 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family weekend Beautiful views and a wonderful cabin. We were so comfortable! 2 kids and 5 adults and a perfect getaway. Great cabin to relax for a weekend. Nothing beats having coffee sitting on a rocker and looking at this view. ##### Melissa W. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Wendell L. 15 Nov 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Trip We had an amazing time- cabin was great. Loved Polar Express and everything about the entire stay. Our entire family voted we will go back❤️ ##### Wendell L. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy H. 25 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing views and great amenities Our family of 6 with all adult children had a blast for my husband's 60th birthday. The hot tub, pool table, fully equipped kitchen, wrap around porch, and fire pit were wonderful!!! ##### Sandy H. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ahmad J., Originally from Saudi Arabia, and I live now in USA for school. 2 Aug 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean and amazing view The property was super new. Clean and everything we needed were available. We did not need to contact the owner at all. ##### Ahmad J. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Ethan Y. 11 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great View Solid rental, cabin well stocked, would rent again. ##### Ethan Y. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael M. 10 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay We had a great stay at this beautiful mountain top cabin! ##### Michael M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Erika W., Gastonia, NC, USA 22 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful house with a view House was perfect for our needs. Property management is very friendly. Views are outstanding. Pictures don’t do it justice ##### Erika W. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Megan N. 28 Sept 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Friends get away We had 2 families head up for a long weekend. House was perfect for kid fun downstairs and adult relaxation upstairs. Awesome view and sunsets ##### Megan N. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Gaorav G. 24 Dec 2018 #### BEWARE: property operated by self-interested and anti-consumer management agency Who we are: I am a cancer doctor, and stayed at the Big Sky Lodge with my cousin, who is a US Military officer. We know what it means to be of service to others. Potential renters: The cabin and its location are beautiful. The cabin is located at the top of a hill, with very steep and incompletely paved roads. We recently stayed at the cabin for the weekend, but unfortunately Winter Storm Diego decided crash our party. After monitoring the weather closely and speaking to locals, we realized that it would be unsafe for our families (with 4 children ages 7 and under!) to stay at the cabin for the second night of our reservation. We spoke with Ms. Linda, who is a manager at Watershed Cabins, who basically said that the forecast had changed (not true), and that there may not even be any snow in the area, and there's no reason for us to leave early--thus, we would not be able to get a credit for our second night for a future trip (we weren't even requesting a refund!). A couple hours later, the Emergency Notification Service in Swain County called the cabin and said that the storm was likely to leave treacherous conditions (snow, freezing rain, etc) with a high possibility of power outages. When I called Ms. Linda @ Watershed Cabins, she again did not see a reason why our families (with 4 young children!) needed to evacuate early and refused to consider a credit for our second night stay (did I mention the road leading to the cabin is very steep?!). Anyway, we left because it was the only logical and safe thing to do--and the area got hit with \~12 inches of snow that night...thank goodness we did not heed her advice. Lesson? PLEASE CONSIDER the horrible management team before choosing this property-->you never know when you may need something. To the Owner of this property: PLEASE change your management company. In this modern era, I think Ms. Linda and the Watershed Cabins management team is a LIABILITY for you--they are giving completely unsafe and self-interested advice. I predict that the negligence that Ms. Linda demonstrated may result in legal jeopardy at some point, unless the approach changes drastically. I will never be staying at this property again--never in my many years of VRBO rentals have I encountered a similar situation. To Ms. Linda: I hope one day you will see that morality still applies when you are dealing with a client...I'm very sorry that you could not be of any help to us in a possibly dangerous situation. ##### Gaorav G. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eleanor A. 10 Dec 2018 #### The property was perfect for my family of 9. We enjoyed our stay and the house was perfect. The view was wonderful. Plenty to do just staying at the house. ##### Eleanor A. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### Amanda G. 12 Nov 2018 #### Beautiful but not motorcycle friendly Loved the cabin. The only reason I’m giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because of the driveway. We took a motorcycle trip and rented the cabin. Wish the description would have said NOT Motorcycle friendly. Other than that the cabin was clean and the views are beautiful. We will be back but in a car. ##### Amanda G. Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda S. 31 Jul 2018 #### We had a great time. The cabin was beautiful , the views were breathtaking. Everyone enjoyed it. The property was great. ##### Linda S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa M. 4 Jul 2018 #### This is true glamping! This cabin is so beautiful, perched atop the mountain with amazing views! We enjoyed the view from the hot tub, pool table in the basement, and just getting away from it all! GPS makes Bryson city seem farther away than it really is - it's a quick drive to town and even closer is the Nantahala. We didn't have trouble with the steep roads but it was summer. In winter you'd need 4wd or chains. You can tell the owners want to make you feel comfortable during your stay! Definitely recommend it! ##### Lisa M. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018 ---