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9.4

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Bryson City, NC

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad13 min drive
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum13 min drive
Harrahs Cherokee Casino18 min drive
Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)101 min drive

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8/10 Good

Cabin was wonderful, hosts were wonderful, and area is great. However, we walked the dogs up and down the road and a few...

Greg H.

Aug 13, 2023

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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About this property

Boggs Hollow retreat in a Smoky Mountain Equestrian Community

Location:
Boggs Hollow is located next to a picturesque mountain valley horse pasture that borders the Great Smoky Mountain National Park in Bryson City, NC. This beautiful corner of the Smoky Mountains is known as The Settlement at Thomas Divide. Guests staying at Boggs Hollow can rent the use of a Horse Paddock for a small fee of $15 per night. Please visit the Thomas Divide page for more information if you would like to bring your Horse on your next vacation. The Thomas Divide Horse and Hiking Trails in the National Park are just a few minutes Horseback Ride from the pasture. A beautiful short scenic drive past the Thomas Divide trail head takes you to one of the most popular sections of the GSMNP known as Deep Creek.

This cabin is conveniently located less than 10 minutes from downtown Bryson City. Enjoy the local shops, restaurants, and breweries of the charming mountain town, or stop by and check out the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad train depot, all located in Bryson City. The Deep Creek entrance into the GSMNP is also located just outside of Bryson City, packed with great hiking trails, beautiful waterfalls, and during the spring and summer months, excellent tubing! You also have the Harrah's Casino, the Oconaluftee River hiking trails & tubing, the popular Mingo & Soco waterfalls, and the Sequoyah National Golf Course all located in Cherokee, NC about 15 minutes away. You can reach the Almond Boat Dock on Fontana Lake in about 20-25 minutes for some great swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and canoeing options! Or you can experience the exhilaration of white-water rafting, zip lining, and other adventurous excursions out in the Nantahala Gorge located about 20-25 minutes away.

Exterior:
Boggs Hollow sits above a 4 car garage, just off the main road for Thomas Divide separated by a small section of forest. To the right of the building is a gentle slope leading up to the entrance of the deck on the back of the building. The wide deck has a gas grill and Adirondack chairs to enjoy the fresh mountain air and forest view. The entrance to Boggs Hollow is at the far end of the deck.

Entry Level:
Entering through the front door you will be struck by the spacious open floor plan with vaulted ceilings. The interior has a bright clean look and feel. Please leave any muddy hiking boots here by the front door. Ahead and to the right of the front door is the living room area. There is a new leather reclining sofa and love seat in front of the tv and picturesque windows displaying the views. To the left is the large kitchen and dining area. The custom island with a quartz top serves as the dining table with seating for four. The kitchen also has quartz counter tops with plenty of space to prepare a quick meal in. All cooking and dining utensils are include. The cabinets still have room for additional pantry supplies.

Towards the back of the room sets a pair of custom barn doors. These slide open to reveal the master bedroom. The king size bed faces you as you open the doors. To the right of the bed are a set of closets with sliding doors to stash your suitcase and gear. To the left of the bed is another custom sliding barn door that opens into the master suite. The master bath features a large vanity and a large shower. Since you do not have to share the hot water with anyone there should be plenty to spare.

In every room and corner of Boggs Hollow you will find clean new furnishings and fixtures. A definite upgrade to anyone not wanting to stay in a hotel.

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Pet Policy:
This cabin is PET FRIENDLY. If you are bringing a pet along for your visit, there are maximum pet restrictions set by the individual cabin owners so be sure to inquire what the restrictions may be for your cabin if you are planning to bring more than one pet with you. Please read our House Rules for more information and specifics about our Pet Policies.

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Wi-Fi Internet service is not guaranteed. This cabin is located in a remote area where securing reliable internet connectivity poses quite a challenge, which is why we unfortunately are not able to offer technical support should an issue arise. Additionally, as the Wi-Fi service is provided free of charge, we cannot offer refunds of any kind for service interruptions. If needed, we are always available to assist you in finding other options that provide free Wi-Fi internet to patrons.

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The roads to this cabin are not considered 'Motorcycle Friendly'.

Property manager

Carolina Mountain Vacations

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

The Little Gem’s Firefly Cabin is cozy, quaint and secluded.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bryson City

This cabin is located in Bryson City. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Oconaluftee Indian Village are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Fontana Lake. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo are also worth visiting.

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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 13 min drive
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 13 min drive
Nantahala Brewing Company - 13 min drive
Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond - 17 min drive
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 18 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
‪Mountain Layers Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
‪Nantahala Brewing Brewpub - ‬12 min drive
‪Nate and Nick's - ‬13 min drive
‪Waffle House - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Boggs Hollow retreat in a Smoky Mountain Equestrian Community pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Boggs Hollow retreat in a Smoky Mountain Equestrian Community?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Boggs Hollow retreat in a Smoky Mountain Equestrian Community?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Boggs Hollow retreat in a Smoky Mountain Equestrian Community located?

Situated in Bryson City, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Tuckasegee River, Nantahala National Forest and Tom Branch Falls. Indian Creek Falls and Cooper Creek Trout Farm & Pond are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.4

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Greg H.

13 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Interesting Surroundings

Cabin was wonderful, hosts were wonderful, and area is great. However, we walked the dogs up and down the road and a few moments later a side by side with the owners of the property seemed to corral us back to the cabin with the dogs. It was very odd for we felt like he was herding us back to the cabin and to stay off the road. After that we could not help but feel like we were being watched. Also the "come check the cabin everyday" policy seemed a bit overbearing. We kept the cabin clean but we did live in it, I left the top lock locked and the bottom door knob lock unlocked when we went out, when we returned the bottom door knob lock was locked so that told us someone had been inside. It felt like we were being checked on and I didn't care for the "big brother" aspect of the stay. There is also an access door that leads into an open area that was locked, a plant was in front of it but it could be another access point from the garages below the cabin. The people were friendly enough but the aspect of feeling like we were being watched the entire time made us want to leave early. An FYI for people with dogs is the cabin is very pet friendly but the Smokey Mountains National park is not, JIC you want to take your pups for a walk on the hiking trails dogs are prohibited except for two short trails. Nantahala Park is pet friendly though.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C., Winston Salem, USA

4 May 2023

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

Beautiful cabin

Beautiful cabin in the quietest area. Cabin was well appointed and had everything we needed. This was our 2nd stay at this cabin and we will stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

VENONA J.

7 Nov 2022

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

LOVELY

WE HAVE CAME TO BRYSON CITY FOR THE PAST 7 YEARS. WE MEET UP WITH FRIEND THAT COME FROM FLORDIA. HAD A GREAT TIME SETTING ON PORCH WATCHING THE SQURRIELS AND THE HORSES. A GREAT VEIW FROM THE LIVINGROOM BIG PICTURE WINDOW WITH THE MOUNTAINS. ONLY THING WAS I'M A SHORT PERSON HAD TROUBLE GETTING IN THE BED I NEEDED A STOOL AND A NORMALCHAIR TO PUT SHOE ON BAR STOOLS WAS TO TALL

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine G.

7 Nov 2022

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

Peace and Quiet

My husband and I loved Boggs Hollow. It was just as described online. It was so quiet, wonderful way to unwind. Easy to find with directions we received and so easy to visit surroundings towns. Very happy with visit.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peggy H.

1 Nov 2022

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

Surrounded by beauty

This cozy mountain getaway was nestled in the mountains; our autumn stay was colorful, beautiful and restful, plus close enough to great places to explore.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

25 Sept 2022

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

Amazing location!

Beautiful carriage house! Perfect for our stay. Great location between Bryson City and Cherokee. We really appreciated the coffee/creamer provided. I would recommend 4x4 in the winter or wetter months. We will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean S.

1 Aug 2022

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

In a very short walk up the driveway, the most spectacular View

This cabin is for a couple, one large bedroom, king bed, large closet n bathroom. Nice size living room combo kitchen with a sitting Island. Sofa recliners, the cleanest home we have ever stayed in. This cabin is fairly new, and is above a garage, but only a few steps from your car all on one level, no stairs to climb, the driveway is up a slope and with rocks, not really ideal for any wheelchair, but we did great there. Nice size back deck with a propane BBQ. The home is about 10-15 min to Bryson City and about 20 min to Cherokee and Harrahs Casino. One of the coolest things we visited was about a 45 min ride to Maggie Valley and "Wheels Through Time" a motorcycle museum. Clingmans Dome is about 45 min up the Great Smoky mountain national park, and from there you can visit Gatlinburg but that is a little over populated for our taste. (Only thing I missed was not having a washer or dryer but this is a new cabin and they do have a closet with hookups for the future, so if your staying for any length of time either bring plenty of close or take your laundry to town) Overall it was just perfect for that private, quiet vaca. We will return to those beautiful views just up the driveway, absolutely breathtaking.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

jody w.

21 July 2022

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

Boggs Hollow

We had no trouble finding the house. The lockbox was a little aggravating to get into but we managed. The driveway on the end of the house is gravel and too steep even for my 4x4 truck. It started digging ruts so we had to carry everything from the road in front of the house up the drive to the only door on the back of the house. If you or someone with you are not able to walk up hill easily this is not a good choice. We were here a week and had to make many trips up and down the drive. As another guest had said, it could use window blinds especially in the bedroom. That end of the house is toward the main road and we had no trouble seeing into the bedroom at night. On the positive side, it is a very modern house in a great location and close to many great attractions. We would stay here again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elijah W.

30 Apr 2022

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

Cabin stay

It was very well kept and clean, the owners were very helpful with anything and everything we needed 10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Stephanie P.

21 Apr 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in

Disliked: Location

Privacy and security concerns

The unit was nice but lacked any window coverings. It is very remote and the cabin has large windows. It was pitch dark at night making it very uncomfortable being inside without any way of covering the windows. Also it did not have an interior lock in place to prevent someone from entering with a key. I called the management and they assured me that they change the code on the lockbox after every guest, but that does not guarantee that someone did not make a copy of the key. The wi fi went out the second day, but per the information documents in the cabin, they are not responsible for fixing it or reimbursement since it is a free amenity, so don’t assume there will be internet. I left early because of the issues and they did not refund any of the stay. It was very disappointing.

Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

26 Feb 2022

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

Boggs Hollow

We were very pleased. The only problem was that we had only 1 washcloth for 2 people, and in the kitchen, there was 1 dishcloth that had seen better days and nothing to wash dishes with.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amberlynn F.

18 Feb 2022

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

Best Getaway Ever!

From the moment I booked our stay to the moment we pulled out of Boggs Hollow to head back home, our experience was above and beyond to say the least! We could not have chosen a better place to stay, as it was incredibly clean, cozy, and just overall perfect. I also ordered a welcome basket that was waiting for us upon our arrival, which was the cherry on top of one of it all. It was hands down one of the best weekends of my life, and I truly cannot wait to return one day! :)

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

20 Jan 2022

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

Peaceful Retreat

Very nice couples cabin! Secluded and peaceful. There is plenty to do within 20 minutes of the cabin. Plan to make sure you get there before dark as it is easy to miss the driveway and get lost in the switchbacks above.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Loretta K., ST. LOUIS, MO

6 Oct 2021

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

Boggs Hollow

so perfect. I am handicapped and the driveway to house is Steep and rocky. We cooked every meal in well stocked kitchen. No dishwasher. Bed is comfortable. highly recommend.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

LUZ S.

7 Aug 2021

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

Lovely, amazing cabin. Beware of lack of street's name signs

My xperience, our experience was very pleasant. We truly enjoyed ourselves in the comfort of the cabin. The cabin is lovely. The location, nature around, scenery and views are amazing, inviting to explore and take walks. The experience with our dog was good. There were not very friendly neighbors dogs. I wished there were a fenced area, to let my dog run free without worries. Something to warn visitors, is the frustrating difficulty to follow directions and to find the cabin at first. There is a troublesome lack of name signs of roads/streets to appropriately you move around the area. We could not find the cabin and follow the directions given, due to the annoying lack or hidden name signs. We tried to enjoyed it as part of the trip but...after driving 5:30 hours trip you're tired and eager to arrive. This lack of signaling street's names was not only the case in the vecinty or inmediate area of the cabins...there is a lack of street names signs in the whole area of Brysin City and Cherokee. Overall the cabin and area are so wonderful that it is worth to ignore the difficulty of lack of street's names and end up just use your memory.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021