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Outdoor lover's retreat with private cedar sauna, grill, mountain view, & AC

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Living area
Living area
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6105.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Nantahala Brewing Company
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪115 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Outdoor lover's retreat with private cedar sauna, grill, mountain view, & AC

Bryson Chalet

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Sitting on five acres of private land, this adorable cabin overlooks sweeping views of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Ideal for adventure enthusiasts, the property boasts hiking trails throughout. When you aren't exploring the acreage, take a quick drive to downtown Bryson City, the Nantahala Outdoor Center, the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, Fontana Lake, and Alarka Marina. You'll discover Harrah's Cherokee Casino and the Cataloochee Ski Area a bit farther up the road.

Back at your stay, unwind in the cedar sauna before continuing on with your evening. Inside Bryson Chalet, you'll quickly feel at home amidst the comfortable furnishings and modern amenities. The light-filled living room boasts ample seating and a smart TV. Steps from here, the well-equipped kitchen is a pleasant place to cook with its many nifty gadgets and wooden countertops.

The bedrooms are inviting with adventure-themed decor pieces, soft linens, and vaulted wood ceilings. One of the bedrooms even has a work desk. Ensuring you have all the modern necessities, the chalet is equipped with a private washer/dryer, internet, ample storage space, and central air-conditioning.

End another evening in the great outdoors on the balcony, gazing out at the sunset's yellow, orange, and pink hues as they fall over the peaks.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 PM.
Check-out time: 10:00 AM.
The woodstove is not operational.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Security camera details: At the main entrance way and 1 coming up the driveway

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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

About the area

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this cabin is in the mountains. Nantahala Brewing Company and Smoky Mountain Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Nantahala National Forest. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 16 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 21 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 30 min drive - 34.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪La Poblana - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Outdoor lover's retreat with private cedar sauna, grill, mountain view, & AC pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Outdoor lover's retreat with private cedar sauna, grill, mountain view, & AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Outdoor lover's retreat with private cedar sauna, grill, mountain view, & AC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Outdoor lover's retreat with private cedar sauna, grill, mountain view, & AC located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Tuckasegee River and Fontana Lake. Pincu Pottery and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

Bryson Chalet

The view at the Chalet is wonderful and the ride to Bryson has a great scenic view of the river that you get to enjoy each day. Definitely try this Chalet out if you have a group of people. There is plenty of room without feeling cramped
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10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Beautiful and very private!

From the Sauna, fire pit, morning coffee out in the deck chairs, hot dinner off the grill…We loved it all!!! Thank you.
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Quiet and peaceful

This cabin was great my only complaint is the drive way was super steep driveway that needs to be redone badly. It was clean and comfortable would definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Everything you need

Everything you need is there. We did not want for anything.
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey R.

Awesome!

We LOVED this place! The sauna was amazing. It was a nice location. The driveway is steep, but you're in the mts so that expected! The place was super clean and so nice! There wasn't a mile long list of things to do at check out like some places. I would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cameron H.

Checks all the boxes!

Stayed here for 3 nights on a family vacation and we had a blast. The sauna and ice bath were used daily, we were provided all the things you need but don’t always bring (dish soap, laundry detergent, trash bags, paper towels, games, plenty of towels, etc etc). We would definitely come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew L.

Calm and Quiet

The area was great, the driveway however for a lowered car is not fun haha
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8/10 Good

Chris M.

Quiet, Comfortable Mountain Home

Tucked away off the road (and I do mean tucked), this house was very clean, quiet, and comfortable. It was just the right size for our family and trip. Beds were incredibly comfortable, provided extra toiletries in case we forgot anything, and a fully stocked kitchen with everything in excellent shape. They only knock is there's no outside trash can and tenants are responsible for taking trash to the county recycling center 15 minutes away. The driveway is a little intimidating and bumpy. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M.

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

Happy Place

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Comfortable beds, fully stocked kitchen, cozy, eclectic decor. Other reviews mention the crazy driveway, but we’ve definitely seen worse, it wasn’t really that bad. Also, taking your own trash wasn’t a problem either because the recycling center is on your way back into Bryson City.We rafted at the Nantahala and rode the Train. Great fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Austin L.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

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