Title: THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat! Lakefront cabin with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77060000/77051800/77051712/f9f71bd7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77060000/77051800/77051712/af4f1224.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77060000/77051800/77051712/235daae9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77060000/77051800/77051712/f4ed732a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77060000/77051800/77051712/506033af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Overlooking Cheoah Lake, The Head Rest offers a serene getaway amidst nature's splendor. Unwind in the cozy living room with fireplaces on two levels, or take in the sunrise hues and sunset glow from one of the two decks. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Kitchen ## 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. ### THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat! "The Head Rest" overlooking Cheoah Lake is a picture perfect spot no matter your reason for visiting. Amazing views lend to all day relaxation or a cozy unwind after hiking, fishing, sight-seeing, or taming the Legendary Tail of the Dragon. Mornings offer gorgeous sunrise hues while taking in the surrounding sounds of nature. Evenings host a reflection of Eastern sunset glow and rising moon views. Easy proximity to many exciting adventures including rafting, boating, exploring, parkways, nature, and more! The Head Rest has been a destination for repeat visitors for many years and we are extremely excited to now be the hosts! The home is a 4 bedroom 2 bath home with two decks, a comfortable living room on 2 levels, including a fireplace on each level and great views no matter where you are. The kitchen is fully equipped and spacious for a group of people to be cooking after a day of adventure! You will have the entire home to yourself to relax and enjoy the amazing Smoky Mountains. WiFi for the home is provided via Starlink! Typically service is reliable with few interruptions. If there is a WiFi or TV interruption during your stay, we recommend playing one of the fun board games, cards, reading or planning your adventure for the next day! ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the marina - On a lake - On a river ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours 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) - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 2,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32070000/32062300/32062221/7463badd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Happy Valley Mountain Getaway! 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No Garbage Outside. We are in the Mountains and there is Wildlife all around. Garbage WILL Attract Animals!, No Open Fires on Property. Fireplaces are available to use with a Signed Waiver. $50 Charger Per Lost or Misplaced Entry Keys to Include Owner Representative Fees. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: The 2 Decks will require supervision of young kids ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 deadlock 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.472298,-83.9167&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:%7D%60pwEj%7Ed_O%3FS%3FQ%3FS%40Q%3FS%40S%40Q%40S%40QBS%40Q%40QBSBQBQBSBSDQBQDODQBSDQDOFQDQFOFQDQFOFOFOFOHQFMHOFOHMHOHOHMHMHMJOJKHMJKJMHKLKHMLKJKJIJKLKJILILILIJILGLILGLGNGLGLGLENGLELENELCNENCLENCLCNANCNALCNANANAN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%40NBL%40NBN%40NBLBNDNBLDNBLDNDLDLFNDLFLFLFNFJFLHLFLHLHJHLHLHJJLJJHJJJJJLJJJJJLJJHLJJHNHLHLJLHNHNFLHNFNHLFPFNHNFNFNDPFPDNFPDPDNDPDRDPBNDPBPBRBRBPBPBRBP%40P%40R%40PBR%3FP%40R%40R%3FP%40R%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FPAR%3FPARAR%3FPCRAPARAPCRCRCPCPCPCRCPEPCPEPEPEPENERGNENGRENGNGPILGPGNINGLINGNILINKNIJILINKLIJKLKLKJKJKJKJKJKHMLKHMHMJKFMJMFMHMFKFOHMDMFMFODMFMDODMDOBMDODOBMBOBO%40ODM%3FOBO%40M%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAO%3FOAOAOAMCO%3FOEOAMCOCMCOEOEMCOEMEMEOGMEMGMGOEMIMGMGMIKGMKMGMKKIMIKMKIKKMKIKMKIKKMKMIKKMKOIMIKIOIOIMIOGOIMGOIOGQGMGQGOEOGSGOEOGSEOEQCQEQEQCQEQCSCQCQCQCSASAQCSAQASAQAS%3FSAQ%3FS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rEjzEgXFo2YdaW8LC52O8-iNj5k=) Robbinsville, NC #### What's nearby - Deals Gap - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Fontana Lake - 20 min drive - 10.2 miles - Santeetlah Lake - 21 min drive - 12.6 miles - Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 56 min drive - 47.7 miles #### Getting around - Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 78 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Wildwood Grill at Fontana Village - ‬17 min drive - ‪Fontana Village Rec Hall - ‬17 min drive - ‪Tapoco Tavern - ‬8 min drive - ‪Quill's Canteen - ‬17 min drive - ‪Hazels - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat!? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat! located? > Situated on a river, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Deals Gap and Nantahala National Forest. Fontana Village Resort Marina and Fontana Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question