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Maggie Valley Creekside/ Hot Tub / Blue Ridge Pkwy
Welcome to rustic luxury at its best in Maggie Valley, NC! This 2170 sq. ft., 3 bedroom/ 3.5 bath cabin built in 2022 with 200 year old reclaimed wood beams, offers a serene mountain escape to enjoy the sounds of the 20 ft wide rushing creek from every room! Enjoy privacy, open air dining, amazing deck views, the outdoor hot tub, and stroll to the creek fire pit with seating for 8 to roast S'mores. This house has frequent visits from elk and turkeys as they travel to the creek. Sorry, no pets.

Mountain Magic-Peaceful, Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape
Welcome to Mountain Magic! This cozy cottage is the perfect location for your Great Smoky Mountain escape. Tucked on a creek with stunning views, this newly renovated and charming cottage will take your breath away. Set on 8 acres and surrounded by forest, you can relax on the covered porch and watch wildlife, or roast marshmallows at the creekside fire pit. Designed with the comfort of our guests and their pets in mind, Mountain Magic has everything you need for a fantastic mountain retreat.

Friendly Firefly Retreat
Relax & Enjoy the Great Outdoors in front of the fireplace, at this Tranquil, Professionally Decorated, Balsam Mountain Charmer in the heart of it All! •Nestled near the entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway, you’ll find fabulous dining, breweries, boutiques, galleries, markets & festivals at the Gateway to The Great Smoky Mountains! •Minutes from the historic Balsam Mountain Inn, Biltmore Castle, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino, Golfing, Skiing, Rafting, Hiking, Fishing & the Smoky Mountain Railroad!

1850's Log Cabin: Enjoy Summer time in the Smokies
🌄 This 1850’s hand-hewn Chestnut log cabin will transport you back to a simpler time on Balsam Mountain. Located in a mountain community with a rich history. This cozy cabin has heat/air conditioning, among other modern conveniences. Sitting at around 4,500 feet, enjoy cooler, low humidity weather, beautiful mountain views and sunsets. Just minutes to historic Waynesville, Blue Ridge Pkwy, fishing, scenic hiking, mountain biking, delicious dining, and more! Book your relaxing vacation today!

Hottub+Creek+ 9.1 Miles WCU+ Fire pit
Cozy Creek Cabin is a charming Log Cabin near the Smoky Mountain National Park. Come enjoy the peaceful sound of the creek while putting your feet up in the hot tub. Snuggle up by the fire pit and enjoy roasting marshmallows while taking in the sounds of nature. Centrally located with the feeling of nature around you, but close to downtown with restaurants and breweries close by. Only 9.1 miles to WCU Cook at ease from home with a full kitchen and grocery stores down the paved road to cabin.

Beautiful Mountain Home-Pets!
Great for WCU families! Three 3-bedroom mountain home is nestled in the woods with mountain views, 7 mins from WCU and the Tuckaseegee River. Cook a homemade meal for your student. Bring their pet they miss. Play! Fly fish in the Tuckaseegee River-one of the best in North Carolina. Enjoy a moderate hike behind the house (to the fork in the road,) Drive 20 mins to the ‘Four Remote Gems’ lakes of the East Fork of the River and paddle board. The closest lakes are Cedar Cliff & Bear Lake.

Sunhillo Cabin by the Creek
Stay with us and experience your peaceful getaway in the woods! SEE PICTURES FOR UNIQUE FLOOR PLAN. Ideal for laid-back respite as well as mountain adventure. deck overlooking the creek, nature trails and a rustic cabin with modern conveniences will satisfy most.. NOT IN TOWN. 5 miles to gas/snacks, 8.5 miles to WCU, 14 miles to Sylva for groceries, unique dining and shopping. Close to Great Smokies National Park, Nantahala National Forest, Blue Ridge Parkway, NC Mountains to Sea Trail.

Modern, 15' Cinema, heated floors, easy access
Unwind at this stunning mountain home in the Great Smoky Mountains. The house features a passive solar design with large windows and heated concrete floors for a luxurious yet charming feel. Enjoy the amazing mountain views and cool breeze from the large deck or get cozy by one of the fireplaces. The cabin is located just down the road from the Cataloochee Ranch and Ski Area for year round fun and 5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway for amazing drives within minutes.

The Burrow with a View
Refresh with a relaxing trip to the NC mountains. This spacious, modern, mountain cabin is the perfect place to spend the weekend away for a couple or a small group. Enjoy the scenic view with a fresh cup of coffee or soak in the hot tub after hiking on the parkway. This cozy cabin has everything you need for a weekend away. The Burrow is newly built and embodies a light, airy space with rustic and organic touches of live edge and other natural elements.

Smoky Mountain Lavender & Berry Farmhouse Cabin
Stay on a small, working family farm in the Smoky Mountains of NC, with berries, lavender, flowers, and seasonal vegetables. The home blends rustic Appalachian charm with French Country style. Just off the Smoky Mountain Expressway, the farm includes a seasonal store, mountain views, and Scott’s Creek, a stocked trout stream. Guests may see farm activity and visitors, adding to the authentic charm of this active farm.

Secluded Cottage on the Farm-Blue Ridge Parkway
Retreat to the mountains in this secluded white cottage on the farm. At our little white house, you’ll be able to gaze at the twinkling constellations while enjoying the fire pit, sit on the back porch and admire the Blue Ridge Parkway in the distance while listening to the creek, and live side by side with our farm’s prize-winning Brown Swiss cattle. *Please note the fireplace is not operational.

Serene, Romantic Getaway | Outdoor Shower | Hiking
Escape the world with this magical experience at Whisper Woods. Nestled between Waynesville & Sylva, just minutes from countless hikes and the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Cherokee entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is only 35 minutes away. ◆ Outdoor shower ◆ Deck in the trees ◆ Cozy king bed ◆ Coffee, chemex, kettle, and french press ◆ Fireplace & fire pit
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