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4BR / 4 1/2 BA, Covered deck with Hot-tub overlooking the mountains

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Spa
Living area
Private kitchen
Living area
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Maggie Valley, North Carolina
  • Wheels Through Time Museum
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Cataloochee Ski Area
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

Other Space 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

4BR / 4 1/2 BA, Covered deck with Hot-tub overlooking the mountains

Spirit Elk Lodge (formerly Osito Lodge) is an upscale, Hiawatha Log Cabin lodge at 4,200' elevation up in the beautiful Smoky Mountains in Western North Carolina. Situated between Waynesville and Maggie Valley, the lodge is in the exclusive gated Smoky Mountain Retreat at Eagle’s Nest – a premier 1,000 acre sanctuary and luxury log cabin community ranked as one of “America’s 10 Best Log Home Communities” by Log Home Living Magazine.

Main Level: Large living room with 35' wood burning stone fireplace, TV, dining table, open kitchen layout with breakfast bar, 6 burner Viking gas cooktop, Walk-In Pantry, Coffee/Wine Bar, 1/2 bath and laundry room. Master queen bedroom with master bathroom with a jet-tub, shower and private toilet room. Two car garage access into main level. Doors off the main level open to the front deck that includes the gazebo the with the hot tub and sitting area around.

Upper Level: Spacious loft with sleeper sofa, entertainment bonus room with two twin beds, three bedrooms on this floor.
First queen bedroom with shared bathroom to loft yet with privacy. Second queen bedroom & third bedroom twin over full, sharing full bathroom.

Experience a mountain vacation retreat without having to sacrifice comfort and elegance. Have all the conveniences of your own home in this fully equipped cabin. As you enter this beautifully gated community, you will be greeted by cascading streams, a picnic area and large playground, all accessible to our guests.

This area has a wealth of activities for adults and children alike including hiking, fishing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, golf, skiing, tubing, antiquing and more.

PLEASE READ BEFORE RESERVING: NO MOTORCYCLES OR SLINGSHOTS ARE ALLOWED IN THIS COMMUNITY.
-Minimum age of responsible party must be 25
- No events or parties

4 Night Minimum Stay Required
7 night Minimum for Holidays

Rates:
$400 - $2600 Low Season (Jan -June)
$450 - $2950 High Season (July-Dec except Holidays)

Holidays: 7 night minimum
$470 - $3090 Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

11% tax will be applied to rent.
Optional 6.5% Trip Insurance will be applied to rent.
Deposit Required for Reservations.
$50 Damage Protection Plan
$65 Reservation Fee (plus tax)
Hot-Tub Fee $100 Spa Towels are provided.
Cleaning Fee: $350

Firewood Notice: Not all wood-burning fireplaces will provide firewood at the property. We can have firewood delivered to the property per request, we offer 1/4 cord for $100 or 1/2 cord for $180. Please order ahead before your arrival.

The Smoky Mountain Retreat at Eagle’s Nest subdivision does not permit motorcycles or trailers on the mountain.

Property manager

Tom Johnson
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Maggie Valley

Located in Maggie Valley, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Pisgah National Forest, while Wheels Through Time Museum and Maggie Valley Opry House are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Queen's Farm Stables and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. Water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby.
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Maggie Valley, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Wheels Through Time Museum - 14 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 14 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 15 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Maggie Valley Gem Mine - 15 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 23 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Singletree Heritage Kitchen - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bocelli's Italian Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 4BR / 4 1/2 BA, Covered deck with Hot-tub overlooking the mountains pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at 4BR / 4 1/2 BA, Covered deck with Hot-tub overlooking the mountains?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 4BR / 4 1/2 BA, Covered deck with Hot-tub overlooking the mountains?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 4BR / 4 1/2 BA, Covered deck with Hot-tub overlooking the mountains located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Balsam Spa, Queen's Farm Stables, and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. Waynesville Recreation Center and Lake Junaluska Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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6.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

4.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Great Thanksgiving Stay at Spirit Elk Lodge!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Quintessential cabin life! Nestled in the beautiful mountains of Maggie Valley, this treasure provided the perfect log cabin experience. Amenities were spot on, and the service was top-notch. Highly recommend for an unforgettable getaway!

10/10 Excellent

Jean W., Milton, PA

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

Perfect Christmas!

A beautiful, large cabin that was scrupulously clean, well appointed with outstanding views. It provided the perfect spot for our large family to be together for a wonderful Christmas week experience. Plenty of room to be together or spread out and slept all of us comfortably. I highly recommend this property and would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

KAREN M.

Great house and great stay! Our family had a wonderful time!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was perfect. The house was clean. Plenty of towels, etc.We will come again.
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10/10 Excellent

Greg S.

Spring Break in the Smokies

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time at Osito Lodge. The property was perfect for our two families. We explored the Smokies, hiked, fished, and did a lot of relaxing at the lodge. There was plenty of room for us to spread out, we enjoyed the deck and the hot tub. The kitchen was very well stocked and we ate in almost every night. Thanks to SMR and the owners for a wonderful stay!

6/10 Okay

andres

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything would have been perfect with our trip; but what ruined if for us was the cleanliness and property condition. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a trash bag at the front entrance that cleaning crew forgot to take and also a heating furnace that did not heat properly; cabin did not heat above 65. When settling and unpacking we found a dirty sock within a bed's sheets; I am guessing cleaning crew did not wash this bed. We had to immediately wash all beds sheets just to be safe. First time we used the jacuzzi, we found a forgotten sport bra top. And the list goes on: Dog poop (by the dining room table) that had not been picked up, a few cockroaches around kitchen area. My reservation clearly stated there were 10 of us, yet there were only 5 bath towels in total. Also a few light bulbs that did not work. Cleanliness is the most important factor to me on any trip stay. Cabin is in a great location and if kept properly, it is a great cabin. But I can't get past about how dirty it was. We spent over $4,500.00 and for that price this cabin should have been spotless.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

Great Thanksgiving Stay at Spirit Elk Lodge!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Quintessential cabin life! Nestled in the beautiful mountains of Maggie Valley, this treasure provided the perfect log cabin experience. Amenities were spot on, and the service was top-notch. Highly recommend for an unforgettable getaway!
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6/10 Okay

andres r.

Osito Lodge Review

Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our trip would have been great, but what ruined it for us was the cleanliness and property upkeep. Cabin did not heat above 65 degrees upon arrival. Trash bag at main entrance upon arrival left by cleaning crew. Sports bra left by the jacuzzi. Dog poop inside the cabin by dining room. Not enough towels (only 5) for the entire house. No trash bags even though they were supposed to be included. A few lightbulbs that did not work. Dirty sock left inside bed sheets, so we had to wash all bed linens. Etc.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

Christine H.

Family Annual Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our extended family takes a trip each year to bond, play games, cook together, and share laughter and storie. This house afforded us that opportunity.There were a few hiccups such as the propane tank not being filled, the dryer didn’t work properly but the PM company was responsive and helpful. I would recommend a book to provide instructions on the television, fire table, etc.
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10/10 Excellent

HARVEY C.

Awesome Osito!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Four of us flew from Dallas to play golf, gamble and relax. The house was so perfect!!!
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8/10 Good

Francis S.

Vacation at Osito Lodge.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I loved my stay in the mountains, I love the Smoky Mountain Retreat area. We have vacationed there for 7/8 years. This house left a bit to be desired. There was a big thick mattress pad on the Master bedroom bed - it should just be a new mattress. The house is very dark - the others we have rented are nice and open. I would recommend this rental company but not this property. The TV and TV service were lousy. Weak Wifi. The fire table on the porch was fun - when we got a gas canister.

About the host

Hosted by Tom Johnson

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English, Spanish

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