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'Summit Splendor' Smoky Mountain Cabin w/ Fire Pit

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Balsam Vacation Rental | 5BR | 3BA | Stairs Required | 2,200 Sq Ft
Outdoor Space | Fire Pit
Living Room | 2-Story Cabin
Living Room
Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Balsam, North Carolina
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Smoky Mountain Jumphouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

'Summit Splendor' Smoky Mountain Cabin w/ Fire Pit

Enjoy all-season adventures in the Smoky Mountains at this Balsam vacation rental! 'Summit Splendor' boasts 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Parkway and Mount Lyn Lowry. Spend your days here exploring Great Smoky Mountains National Park, hiking and whitewater rafting, or visiting Asheville's attractions. After active days, cook up a delicious dinner on the gas grill before retreating to the deck to relax on the rocking chairs!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Gas Grill (Propane Provided) | Washer & Dryer | Indoor Fireplace | Fully Equipped Kitchen

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Full Bed | Bedroom 5: 2 Twin Beds

OUTDOOR LIVING: Private yard, furnished porch & deck w/ mountain views
INDOOR LIVING: 40" flat-screen HDTV, 32" flat-screen HDTV, dining table, wood-burning fireplace (wood provided), sunroom w/ seating
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, stove/oven, cooking basics, coffee maker, toaster
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central heating, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, ceiling fans
FAQ: No A/C
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story home, exterior stairs required to enter, interior ladder/exterior staircase required to access Bedrooms 2-5
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles), designated grassy area (additional vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

WAYNESVILLE: Bogart's Restaurant & Tavern (9 miles), Boojum Brewery Taproom (9 miles), Shelton House - History, Heritage, and Crafts (9 miles), Sweet Onion (9 miles), Haywood Arts Regional Theater (9 miles), Lake Junaluska (12 miles), Wheels Through Time Motorcycle Museum (17 miles), Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort (25 miles)
SMOKY MOUNTAIN ACTIVITIES: Waynesville Greenway Park (12 miles), Pinnacle Park (12 miles), Cataloochee Ski Area (22 miles), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (25 miles), Blue Ridge Parkway (30 miles), Pisgah National Forest (50 miles), Nantahala River (50 miles)
ASHEVILLE (~38 miles): Biltmore Estate, The North Carolina Arboretum, Asheville Pinball Museum, WNC Nature Center
AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (43 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Dog friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 dogs max)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story cabin requires using exterior stairs to enter. While 1 bedroom & 1 full bathroom are located on the main level, all bedrooms on the upper level require using an additional interior ladder or exterior staircase for access
- NOTE: The property does not have air conditioning

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 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

Pets allowed
A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Balsam

Balsam is home to this cabin. Nantahala National Forest and Pisgah National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Barber Orchard Fruitstand and Waynesville Recreation Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Smoky Mountain Jumphouse or Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking and hunting.
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Balsam, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 6 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Smoky Mountain Jumphouse - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 18 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Wheels Through Time Museum - 25 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 26 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Papas & Beer - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Maggie's Galley - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Beach Mountain Diner - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Smokehouse - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Summit Splendor' Smoky Mountain Cabin w/ Fire Pit pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Summit Splendor' Smoky Mountain Cabin w/ Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Summit Splendor' Smoky Mountain Cabin w/ Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Summit Splendor' Smoky Mountain Cabin w/ Fire Pit located?

Situated in Balsam, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance. Barber Orchard Fruitstand and Smoky Mountain Jumphouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 33 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sonya C.

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

A relaxing trip

The property worked really well for us. I was surprised at how well it was stocked. The view was great. We was all able to just chill and relax. We really enjoyed the washer hook game on the porch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick M.

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

nov 2023

Very family oriented, well appointed cabin in a beautiful area. we loved the views and the nearby towns of Waynesville and Sylva. Great communication with the owner - will stay again if we get the chance.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

John B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness

Rustic Rental

Up front I am going to mention that when we were in the rental the arctic freeze of 2022 hit and some of our issues were due to that unusual weather. Somehow we missed the fact that you have to go outside to access the 4 bedrooms. It is in the description so that was my bad. I would say this cabin is very rustic. Built probably in the 60s. I think we were the only one in the neighborhood. It has the old style wall heaters that can be dangerous and the owner asks they not stay own unless you are in the cabin. We were first greeted by a rotten pumpkin that had collapsed on the deck. Was told that the cleaning crew would turn the heat on. It was not done and temps were about 55 degrees. Also, there was food from the prior renters in the fridge. The stove was dirty and needed new foil on the burners. Called the rental management and they eventually got someone to come take care of it. Firewood is provided but you only get a small amount and you will have to buy more if you want it. We lost electricity and the owner wasn't willing to provide more wood. You could feel cold air coming from the plugins and doors. The weather stripping was hanging loose on a few doors. Boards had fallen from the 2nd floor on the outside of the house and insulation was exposed. Owner requested us to let the water drip which we did but pipes still froze. We didn't have water for 4 days. I believe the pipes could have been better insulated prior to this happening. It burst where there had been prior work on the plumbing. We ended up leaving early. Owner did agree to refund a PARTIAL of a days rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

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

Fantastic views! Relaxed environment.

Very comfortable property for a family gathering. Plenty of space, chairs, and bathrooms. Easily sleeps 10. Has every pot, pan, serving bowl, and appliance ready in the kitchen. Smaller kitchen and range/oven, but entirely fine for our family gathering of up to 10 adults.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Fantastic Family Cabin in the Woods

Gorgeous views from a rustic family cabin. The cabin has everything you need but could be cleaner. Be aware of shower sizes and sleep habits of your group before assigning bedrooms. The firepit was well stocked with wood and we enjoyed a fire every evening. A few deferred maintenance items were a small annoyance, but we enjoyed a wonderful week with family. The hosts were very responsive to all of our needs.

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P., Phoenix, AZ

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Rustic Cabin in the Woods

Gorgeous views from a rustic family cabin in the woods. Cabin was equipped with everything you need but could have been cleaner. A few deferred maintenance items were small annoyances.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terri B.

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

Fun

Perfect spot for our family reunion. Tight kitchen but we worked it out with no problems. Enjoyed the lazy susan table and the porches with a great view. Oh. Bring toilet paper!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Haiquan L.

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

A good place to stay if you have a dog with you

Easy contact with the managers, easy check in and check out. Since bathrooms are shared, should have door locker for privacy
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew O.

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

Great mountain getaway

We stayed there with the in laws for a week it was in a great location with beautiful views and tons of things to do in the area. The layout of the house was a bit goofy, but we would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Meri H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Just Ok

Got kind of lost trying to find this place. They say to use map quest instead of google but who uses that anymore and it’s not accurate either. Would be nice if they gave you written directions from the main road. The house needs the number in a more visible place. It’s on a post behind a fern once you pass the driveway and there is nothing that says what road you are on. Even the people who live around there didn’t know where the road is. Cabin needs a lot of updates. Very inconvenient getting upstairs and downstairs. That ladder access is nuts! No AC so with a lot of rain the mustiness is really bad. Downstairs bedroom set up is really weird. All the products to get rid of the dampness were full of water. Really needed to replace those before anyone rents. Floors were dirty. Had to replace some lightbulbs. Most of house is really dark. Beautiful views and kitchen is well stocked. Great location once you find it. Would not recommend for older people at all.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claudia J.

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

Wonderful Thanksgiving getaway!

The cabin is makes you feel right at home! Beautiful views! Perfect for a large family!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Jessica H.

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

Quirky and comfy

We has a nice time at this cabin over Christmas. The listing was accurate, but we underestimated the inconvenience of the outdoor stairs. It was very hard to move around in the rain and late at night. The living area was cozy with the big sofas and the fire. You do feel like you are in someone else's home, as there are personal items and photos everything - which is unusual for a rental. The kitchen was really well stocked for baking, but the oven had some issues and there were some burned dishes!! We loved using the big porch and the fire pit across the road. We did not love the noise from the bedrooms - when you are downstairs, you can hear every step upstairs. The owner was very responsive with all our issues.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Jay V

Home sweet home. Absolute Splendor, with a dash of awesome

Wanted to show the kids some winter, being from Florida. It was perfect. When seeing the mountains; surrounding trees, birds and nature abound, suddenly phones, social media and video games didn’t exist....Seeing the beauty that surrounds the cabin can take your breath away. The snow did come down lightly one evening and we drove to see more, just to have a snowball fight. A couple of great hikes, a trip to the great little town down the road and a nice drink or two, just seems to tie it all together. Inside the Cabin is like being at home with everything you need. Outside puts you far far away from home with views that go on forever! Now we have to get back for the summer!

10/10 Excellent

Shane C.

Great cottage. Everyone was comfortable. Felt like we were at grandmas place. Took you back in time.

What a wonderful Thanksgiving giving weekend. I highly recommend Summit Splendor
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

great location

It was like staying in a hunting cabin that had been closed up all year and was just opened up when we got there. The furniture was worn out,everything was damp and musty smelling with bugs everywhere. Will never stay there again.

8/10 Good

Steve C.

Enjoyable Stay with a great view

Unfortunately the weather did not cooperate for motorcycles, however the deck was a lifesaver. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. The huge 6' diameter dining room table seated all of us with plenty of room. The downstairs bedrooms were used as three separate units with three individual outside doors. It worked for us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

valerie j.

splendid splendor

Amazing view of the mountains. Perfect for a large group of people. House is very cozy . A very typical original mountain cabin. We enjoyed the Balsam Inn . Very historic and great food. About 30 minutes to Asheville.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

Comfortable Country cabin

We truly enjoyed our stay at Summit Splendor. The temps were splendid along with the morning breeze. We enjoyed making s'mores at night around the fire. This cabin is 5 minutes to the blue ridge parkway which was very convenient for us. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked with exactly what we needed. Our kids enjoyed coming up and down the ladder to there rooms. Would defiantly stay here again. Balsam is such a lovely town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

Great house with plenty of room!

We really enjoyed our stay and the porch with locking gates was great for the dogs!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Kimberly L.

Lovely Family Vacation

We had a great time at Summit Splendor. Everything was exactly as described. There was lots of room for people and dogs. The kitchen was very well equipped for family cooking. There were great hikes nearby and breweries to visit. We would love to go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Danay R.

Beautiful Spacious home with great Views!

My family of 9 stayed over for the New Years weekend and we all loved the place. It has an amazing sunroom with glass walls looking down the mountain and the mountains in front of it. It was my absolute favorite room. The house is very spacious with a bunch of rooms and beds. The kitchen is equipped, just like a regular home, with all sorts of pans, glasswear, blenders, etc. The house was nice and warm! The only few things I would suggest to the owners is to add a roof over the outside stairs. It rained a bit and they were very slippery (about 4 of us slipped). The master room's king bed is sunk inside in the middle, perhaps a new boxspring? And last, I think the water heater has two elements of heating and one of the is not working, so the tank takes longer to heat the water. What we did was wait a few minutes between showers so we could all get hot water. Other than these few things, which are minor, we spent an amazing time. The home was very clean, plenty of towels, and linens. We didn't explore the sorroundings, since it was a short stay, but there are a few nearby stores. We took amazing pictures around the area, turned on the fire pit inside, and made marshmallows. Overall, absolutely great place! Definitively recommend it! Especially for large families. Hope to return next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

2/10 Terrible

Brigette W.

Extremely unsafe, unsanitary and unfit rental (not family friendly)

For record, here is a recap of our complaint/condition of the house. We arrived around 5:30pm & did not feel as if the house was a safe or sanitary environment. We immediately reached out to HomeAway with our concerns. Safety and sanitary issues include: multiple windows that don't close, lights that don't work, first floor bedrooms have no direct accessibility to the upper floor (not safe for kids), a ladder installed in a closet connecting the two floors had no lighting and was locked with furniture on top of it, the heat on the first floor was not heating the lower rooms (windows won't close), multiple broken furniture, broken window treatments, broken blind fallen & laying on the floor, trash in the kitchen, fridge was dirty, kitchen cabinets broken, food splattered on appliances, rotten bathroom floor, torn flooring/rugs, couches and blankets are soiled/stained, the TV was fuzzy/snowy and the Dish network wouldn't work (it finally came on about an hour & a half while we were working with HomeAway to find alternate lodging), torn window screens, ceiling fan broken, barely any lighting in the bedrooms except for small side tabletop lamps, and beds were sunken in, linens were tattered and stained not suitable for use, and exposed electrical outlets.The conditions were unsafe and unsanitary and based on all these issue approached the owner asking for a refund. I logged nearly 4 hours talking with HomeAway Travel Care Advisors trying to find a place to stay. We spoke to the owner the same evening and he said he understood our issues and would refund our money. He even called us back That night to say he could refund us through HomeAway or mail us a check. However, he did not start the process and after repeated outreach from HomeAway's Escalation Team he finally took their call and agreed to process a partial refund. He went back on his word and decided to keep one-third of our fee, calling it a Cancellation fee for the inconvenience. There is Nothing in his ad nor his emails about a cancellation fee, neither did he mention anything when we spoke to him. It took us 7 hours to find another place.The Owner lied to us and now keeping our monies he promised to refund. Renters beware. Imagine an 8yo having to sleep in a dingy, dirty bedroom with almost no heat and broken windows that do not close. It is not what is advertised (& I was a successful VRBO homeowner that valued honesty to renters). We are seeking legal protection for the monies he promised.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Terrific house in the mountains

The whole stay was great and David make the process very comfortable. The description of the house was great and it fit our family reunion just right. I have always loved the N C mountains and the experience at Summit Splendor was terrific.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

debora d.

We stayed for WCU graduation, LOVED IT!!

We would stay here again for sure. The house is a little outdated, BUT the views, the brand new sun room, the location is amazing. Very close to all amenities. The hill is a little narrow getting up there, but that's the sacrifice you make for amazing views!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Family vacation

My family and I (7 of us) just spent a week at this cabin and it was wonderful. The view is spectacular and the cabin was just perfect. It has a rustic feel to it and is very roomy and cozy, and we loved the openness. The kitchen is very well equipped and the dining table with the lazy susan is so cool; since its round it makes for easy conversation. The family room and sun room are very comfy and relaxing. The bedrooms are spacious enough with a good amount of closet space and comfortable beds. Also the location was perfect to get to other points of interest; Waynesville, Maggie Valley, and the Blue Ridge Parkway are close by. Asheville is only 40 minutes away. And there are great walking and hiking trails. Overall it was a great vacation spot, and we would highly recommend visiting the Smokey Mountains and staying here.

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