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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 893 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Almond, North Carolina

Fontana Lake5 min drive
Bryson City Gem Mine17 min drive
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad25 min drive
Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)119 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful and well stocked cabin in Almond, NC. The cabin was perfect for our group. Ta...

Linda

Mar 29, 2024

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

About this property

Mountain Refuge w/ Views: Fish, Hike, & Explore!

Unwind and relax at this charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath cabin in Almond! Secluded among the trees of the Nantahala National Forest, the vacation rental features a cozy interior, spacious deck, and awe-inspiring views of the mountainous landscape. Spend your time fishing in Fontana Lake, hiking the Appalachian Trail, or venturing off to Bryson City for shopping and dining. Return home after a long day of outdoor adventure and relax by the outdoor fireplace or soothe sore muscles in the hot tub!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Furnished Deck | Private Forest Location | Laundry Machines | Welcome Basket | Private Hot Tub

Nestled in the heart of North Carolina mountain adventure, this colorful forest sanctuary is sure to serve as the perfect gathering point for you and your loved ones!

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play

OUTDOOR LIVING: Spacious deck, cushioned outdoor seating, bistro lighting, gas grill, outdoor dining table, wood-burning outdoor fireplace, lake access, mountain views, hammock
INDOOR LIVING: 3 flat-screen Smart TVs, PlayStation, wood-burning fireplace, high ceilings, open layout, dining table, welcome basket (veggie straws, trail mix, gummy bears, & bottled water), dresser, sound system, life-size games, board games
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, drip & Keurig coffee maker, dishwasher, toaster, blender, Crockpot, spices, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, wine glasses, baking sheet, freezer
GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, washer/dryer, hair dryer, trash bags, paper towels, portable fans, shampoo/conditioner/body soap/shower gel, first aid kit (both bathrooms), smoke detector (bedrooms & hallways), carbon monoxide detector (all bedrooms), fire extinguisher (upstairs & downstairs), exterior lighting, deadbolt lock
FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), 12 exterior security cameras (facing out), access only by stairs
PARKING: Gravel driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

GET OUTSIDE: Tsali Trailhead (4.8 miles), Appalachian Trail (11.1 miles), Nantahala Outdoor Center (11.1 miles), Great Smoky Mountain Railroad (15.4 miles), Hog Back Gap (17.4 miles), Twentymile Trail (24.5 miles), Lakeshore Trail Trailhead (24.6 miles), Yellow Creek Falls (26.7 miles), Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest (28.5 miles), Tail of the Dragon - scenic lookout (36.6 miles)
WATER ACCESS: Community lake - swimming/fishing dock (0.5 miles), Fontana Lake - Prince Boat Dock (2.1 miles), Nantahala Gorge (7.6 miles), Nantahala River - Fingerlake Day Use Area (7.8 miles), Sawyer Creek (7.9 miles), Deep Creek Tube Center (17.7 miles), Santeetlah Lake (22.0 miles), Cheoah Lake (25.3 miles), fishing, swimming, water skiing, rafting
OFF-BEAT DESTINATIONS: Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center (5.6 miles), Junaluska Museum (16.2 miles), Wherloom Honey (16.7 miles), Stoney Hollow Farms (22.4 miles), Tuckaleechee Caverns (66.1 miles)
NEARBY TOWNS: Bryson City (15.8 miles), Robbinsville (16.2 miles), dining, shopping, grocery stores, produce stands, cafes, bakeries
AIRPORTS: McGhee Tyson Airport (69.9 miles), Asheville Regional Airport (84.1 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly with a $75 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: Your safety matters. This property features 12 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located at the front of the driveway facing toward the yard, camera 2 is located on the chimney facing the side yard, camera 3 is located on the back of the home facing the deck, camera 4 is located on the exterior of the home facing the exterior staircase, camera 5 faces the exterior of the utility room, camera 6 is located on the driveway facing the driveway and road, cameras 7 and 8 are located on the front of the home facing the front porch, camera 9 is located on the propane tank facing the side yard, camera 10 is located at the end of the driveway facing the road, camera 11 is located on the back deck facing the lower deck, and camera 12 is outside the lower deck facing outward toward the yard. All cameras are outward facing and do not look into any interior spaces. All cameras are motion-activated and will record video and sound for 60 seconds when motion is detected
- NOTE: The property has interior stairs

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Living room with gas fireplace and sofa bed.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

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 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, a security system, a first aid kit and outdoor lighting

About the area

Almond

This cabin is located in Almond. Fontana Lake and Great Smoky Mountains National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Bryson City Gem Mine. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.

Almond, North Carolina

What's nearby

Fontana Lake - 5 min drive
Bryson City Gem Mine - 17 min drive
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 25 min drive
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 25 min drive
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪Rivers End Restaurant - ‬18 min drive
‪Kudzu Bar - ‬11 min drive
‪Pizza By the River - ‬18 min drive
‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬10 min drive
‪Stecoah Diner - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Refuge w/ Views: Fish, Hike, & Explore! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Refuge w/ Views: Fish, Hike, & Explore!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Refuge w/ Views: Fish, Hike, & Explore!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Refuge w/ Views: Fish, Hike, & Explore! located?

Situated in Almond, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Fontana Lake. Tuckasegee River and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Linda

29 Mar 2024

Absolutely AMAZING cabin

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful and well stocked cabin in Almond, NC. The cabin was perfect for our group. Tastefully decorated, yet cozy too. The views from the deck are breathtaking. The cabin is centrally located to Bryson City, Cherokee, Asheville to name a few. The property is well maintained with so much to do if you choose to spend your time there. There are lovely trails and a stocked pond. A nice hammock for a nap while listening to the many birds that will surely sing you to sleep! Hot tub, grill, well equipped kitchen. Couldn’t ask for any better!

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

28 Dec 2023

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

Another fun visit!

We stayed here about two years ago. There have been some improvements and other changes. We weren’t huge fans of the number of cameras on the porch areas in the back. We weren’t aware there had been so many installed and made it a bit hard to relax on the wooden decks when the red lights came on when you moved and you knew someone, somewhere, was watching. I would recommend taking those down. Otherwise, it’s a sweet place to stay and we love it!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rae J.

21 Dec 2023

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Beautiful mountain getaway!

Loved our stay! Accommodated our family of 6 and 2 dogs perfectly. Very clean, lots of amenities that weren’t even listed. Loved the hot tub after a very cold day in the town. Just what our family needed during the holidays.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mara C., Maywood, IL

1 Dec 2023

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1st cabin. Best experience

This is the first cabin I go to and i didn't disappoint in fact was more than I expected.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry C.

23 Nov 2023

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Awesome stay!

The property was beautifully done. We enjoyed the cabin look and tastefully decorated for the season. Very well stocked for everything you need for your stay. The view of the mountains is breathtaking from the back porch. Enjoy the sunsets! Cabin is very cozy and comfortable. When we return to enjoy the NC mountains…we will definitely book again. Very close to Fontana Lakes and the Dam. Close to Bryson City, Cherokee and the Smokey Mountains. Close to the Blue Ridge Parkway. If you enjoyed walking and hiking like we did. The area near the home has many. We enjoyed the day and evening hikes in the mountains. The gravel roads to the home could look scary but as long as you are driving slowly and during the day you should be fine. We drove to the home on a suburban and we were fine.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

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10/10 Excellent

Vicki

13 Nov 2023

Great little cabin

Cabin was clean and has wonderful linens, cookware, outlet availability, WiFi and cookware/dishes/utensils. Deck has great views, comfortable seating choices and chiminea for warm fires. Very pet friendly. Wonderful welcome tray of goodies and coffee choices provided. Great spice selection for cooking. Updated appliances, but ice trays for making ice. Bottled water provided. Washer/dryer very convenient for longer stays. Master bed is very soft, which some people probably like. Lots of steps to go from parking walk-in down to main living room and kitchen. Kitchen is cozy, so not a lot of counter/grocery space. Bathroom has limited counter space for toiletries/toothbrushes. Overall, great choice for our visit. We had a wonderful long weekend.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dylan M. W.

25 Sept 2023

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Great stay

Beautiful place. The outside hangout area was the best part. Quiet place to chill for the weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H.

19 July 2023

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

Great little hideaway

Great little hideaway in the mountains. Perfect for a getaway to relax and unwind. Very well appointed. Loved the deck

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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10/10 Excellent

William

6 July 2023

Great stay!

We enjoyed our stay! The place was clean, everything we needed was there, the deck was great and the beds were comfortable! Check in and check out was easy, all info was provided by text and email.

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy B.

5 Apr 2023

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Great GSMNP Getaway

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cabin had everything we needed for our time near the Smokies, and thought and care were put into making the place guest-ready. Good communication from host, expectations were clear from the get-go. A bonus for us: we really enjoyed having two decks.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

David T.

14 Feb 2023

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Great stay

Very cozy, peaceful cabin!!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

30 Nov 2022

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Cozy cabin

I cannot express how amazed by the view, the cleanliness, the space inside this property! What an amazing experience! We loved exploring the mountains then coming home to a movie by a warm fire! I have already sent the link to so many friends! We will return!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Lindsey H.

6 Nov 2022

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

Tail of the dragon

Was an awesome house with a beautiful deck! Not too far from the tail of the dragon. Would recommend updating the listing to detail how to exit the property. Definitely not fun if you have to run out right before or after dark.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

24 Oct 2022

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Great place to stay, himey, had everything we needed

Beautiful virws, loved the deck. Convenient to Bryson City. Would love to come again. Only issue was parking in driveway. One car was large, other was small manual car. Had issues backing up driveway.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Jeremy J.

17 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Nice cabin in Robbinsnville NC

First the good. The cabin is well maintained, clean, has great views, and the deck was really nice with comfortable furniture. The bed in the master bedroom was above average comfortable. The owner was responsive when I had questions. The management company, Evolve... May not exist? Or maybe there just aren't humans employed there. I got some automated emails, one of which directed me to contact them to pay the pet fee. Their website offers no contact details. Their "contact us" URL redirects to their FAQ. I tried responding to the booking confirmation email, and got an automatic reply stating the inbox isn't monitored, directing me to their "contact us" page (see above). Their advertising claims they offer 24/7 guest support. I would complain it's false advertising but who would I complain to? I made every reasonable attempt to contact them, and waited 48 hours for a response. From my perspective they do not exist except as a website that presumably claimed a portion of my booking fee. Like I said above, the place was really nice and the owner was responsive. My only complaint about the actual property itself is it's about 15 minutes further from Bryson and Cherokee than the location indicated in Vrbo (Almond NC).

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leo K.

15 Oct 2022

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Excellent secluded hideaway

This cabin definitely lived up to the expectations. We were extremely comfortable and well-provisioned for our week on the NC/TN mountains. The bedrooms were comfortable, the kitchen well-equipped, and the wifi was surprisingly good for being out in the middle of nowhere (the teenagers really appreciated this). The driveway was definitely a challenge the first time but easy peasy after that; narrow but not difficult to navigate. The secluded gravel roads around the community were excellent for walking our dogs. Would definitely recommend with the caveat that you should be careful if you have a lowered car - the driveway isn’t ideal for very low vehicles.

Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patsy R., Tunnel Hill

22 Sept 2022

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Quick trip 2022

We really enjoyed our stay. It was a very nice place. Quite and peaceful.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Malissa G.

15 Aug 2022

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Cozy cabin, great location

Comfortable cabin decorated in typical mountain decor. It is conveniently located close to Bryson City, Cherokee, Great Smoky Mts and more. Grandkids enjoyed fishing off the dock of the community pond. Great deck with lots of seating, and beautiful view.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kasi H., Cleveland

7 July 2022

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Awesome Trip

This cabin was amazing with lots of amenities! We loved the back porch area and the mountain decorations. We were only 10-30 minutes away from NOC, Bryson City, Robinsonville and Cherokee NC!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean

28 June 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Everything in the cabin that you needed.Relaxing and the perfect way to unwind and relax.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacy H.

14 June 2022

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Bryson City Family Reunion

The setting was gorgeous and the cabin had anything and everything anyone could possibly need! After a day of exploring and gathering with our huge family for evening meals in town, it was wonderful to come back to this lovely "tree-top" retreat for relaxation with it's nice comfy beds. We hope to book it for future stays!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dunesha B., Alpharetta

31 May 2022

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Mountain Retreat

We truly enjoyed this cabin retreat, the owners have decorated every aspect of the cabin so you want for nothing. The deck was spectacular with everything you need to stay outside for hours. With five of us we were all able to take showers with plenty of hot water. For this property not being on the lake you can be very comfortable and relaxing for days without coming down off the mountain

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022