Secluded Mountainside Cabin, Close to Town, Water Sports and Hiking! Hot Tub!
Cabin in Swain County
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
About this cabin rental
Well maintained mountain home lovingly built by its owners! Very peaceful and secluded on a private road just up the mountain from town. Rustic, yet elegant and comfortable 3 story home with loft and 3rd BR has its own private balcony! Covered porches, hot tub, fire pit, picnic table and charcoal grill make the most of the outdoors and beautiful ridge views!
Master Bedroom and bath is on the main floor with separate tub and shower. Great room has vaulted ceilings with a wood burning stone fireplace. Open kitchen with exposed beams, SS appliances, granite counter tops and well stocked cabinets for all your cooking needs.
Two bedrooms upstairs with a full bath and a separate loft area for games and puzzles or to just chill.
2 bedrooms have comfortable queen pillow top mattresses with quality linens; the master has a new memory foam queen mattress.
Master Bedroom and bath is on the main floor with separate tub and shower. Great room has vaulted ceilings with a wood burning stone fireplace. Open kitchen with exposed beams, SS appliances, granite counter tops and well stocked cabinets for all your cooking needs.
Two bedrooms upstairs with a full bath and a separate loft area for games and puzzles or to just chill.
2 bedrooms have comfortable queen pillow top mattresses with quality linens; the master has a new memory foam queen mattress.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Swain County
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Ratings and reviews
5.0 / 5.0
This house was close to Bryson City and secondly to all the great towns in the Smokey Mountains in North Carolina. The property was close to town but also secluded so it was quiet. We enjoyed the grill and the fire pit. The bedrooms were roomy and the beds comfortable. The furniture was nice and the house decorated beautifully. There was only one tv but we didn’t mind that. It gave us a chance to unplug. The WiFi worked fine.
5.0 / 5.0
We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Sunset Ridge. The area was secluded yet you had neighbors so you felt safe. The only complaint we had was the outdoor lighting situation under the porch where the hot tub is located. We were two moms with our 8 year old daughters who loved that area. The owner let us know where some flashlights were and it helped. It did not alter our enjoyment of the cabin and if we are ever in this area, we would love to be able to rent this beautiful cabin again. The owner was very quick to respond to any questions I had.
5.0 / 5.0
Absolute stunning property! We had such a great time at your property. The views were amazing. The home was very clean, location was close to town & shops. Hosts were quick to reply with any question we had. A great property!
5.0 / 5.0
This property was everything stated and more. Even inside the cabin, you still felt a sense of the outdoors. The cabin was decorated beautifully, with more than enough room to move around. It was clean and stocked with everything you would need. I highly recommend this property. I really didnt want to leave.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful, well equipped, comfortable home in a very private but convenient location. Easy access to all that Bryson City has to offer. The porch and hot tub were favorites during our stay. We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Sunset Ridge!
5.0 / 5.0
This home exceeded our expectations. It was super clean and had all of the things we needed. There were six of us and we had no problems with space. The only downside might be that you have to haul your own trash, however, it’s roughly a mile from the house. It was super easy to find and wasn’t an inconvenience to us. The property is secluded and private. We were able to enjoy the outside amenities without any concerns. Overall we had a wonder stay and would definitely recommend to others looking to stay in the Bryson City area.
5.0 / 5.0
My whole family loved this house! It’s in a great location in close proximity to Bryson City and all kinds of outdoor activities. House was well stocked and had everything we needed. Would not change anything. We highly recommend the house and will definitely be back again.
5.0 / 5.0
Spent 5 nights in this beautiful cabin with family. It was as described in the listing. It was well equipped with many thoughtful details well beyond what was expected. We loved the location, close to town yet very private, nestled up in the middle of a mountain with a great view of mountains. Morning coffee on the porch swing with that view is just amazing! It was "icing on the cake" when the steam engine went through blowing its whistle on a "smoky" morning and it echoed through the valley. Ingles Grocery store is 5 minutes away and we visited it twice for food and firewood (which burned great!). We ventured into the National Park 2 days, rode the GSMR, and took a trip to Highland to see Dry Falls, Bust your Butt Falls and Bridal Veil Falls along Route 28. We enjoyed the hot tub after long hiking days to soothe achy legs!
Our group described the cabin and the Bryson City area as a "hidden gem".
5.0 / 5.0
The cabin is always great. We love going into Bryson City and riding the train, hiking to the waterfall’s and the road to nowhere. It’s also close to NOC where we go rafting.
We always enjoy our stay. The owners are easy to dealing with.
5.0 / 5.0
It couldn't have been better! Beautiful clean cabin. Secluded and wonderful
5.0 / 5.0
The hosts were fantastic and the property and location were perfect! Close to attractions and area restaurants! Contact with the hosts was minimal, that being said, everything the Vrbo is spot on and upon arrival was even better than the post! The home was extremely comfortable and well appointed. You could feel the passion the hosts have taken! We were 4 adults up for the Labor Day weekend to take a Great Smoky Mountains Railroad tour and also go whitewater rafting (bucket list). We all hated to leave but with that said we wanted to return next year! I really don’t have anything negative at all. The gang enjoyed the fun filled weekend in Bryson City. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us!
5.0 / 5.0
Loved this cabin! Super clean, 3 bedrooms, all with queen beds, hot tub and fire pit. And secluded in the woods yet just 5 min to an Ingles grocery store. Would stay here again.
5.0 / 5.0
Great cabin!
Cabin was very comfortable and had everything we needed including privacy!
5.0 / 5.0
Great property near in Smokies!
Great property! The entire process was very easy from contacting the owner the very first time, to getting instructions for access, to staying/checking out.
My disappointment was not having ground-floor access for my mom, but that's entirely my fault for looking at too many options and getting them mixed up. As is, she was able to get up the steps with relative ease and was even comforted to be safe from any unwanted bears (I don't think there are many bears around).
So the 2nd floor is the "ground" floor and it's immaculate. Plenty of space for watching TV together, cooking, and eating. I rarely ventured to the third floor but there was room for 3-4 people to sleep with their own bathroom.
The main bedroom on the 2nd floor is big and comes with a lovely full bath. Out in the main space there is a half bath. Worked out very well for a party of five.
Place is a little frightening when arriving for the first time after dark...that's the rural aspect. But that's part of the charm of the place. Turned out to be a very lovely property and I'm glad we were able to call it home for four nights.
3.0 / 5.0
Pros and Cons
Pro: Quiet, peaceful, beautiful home, richly appointed, nice master bathroom, great hot tub/outdoor facilities including ceiling fans on the deck, great A/C, comfortable beds, well-appointed kitchen Cons: 17 steps up to front door, very difficult for hauling luggage and for those who have mobility limitations, gravel road to home best described as narrow, rutted single track. (recommend high ground clearance vehicle - hope no one is coming from opposite direction), no TV in bedrooms, Not 3 bathrooms, really two and a powder room - second floor guests must share upstairs bathroom
5.0 / 5.0
Great Time
We had a great experience and enjoyed the peaceful location.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful location, lovely house
The cabin is perfectly located. It is secluded, yet a short drive from beautiful hiking trails and downtown Bryson. It is just as pictured: nicely decorated, very clean, well stocked,, and comfortable with lots of outdoor seating on the wrap around porch to relax and take in the views and fresh air. We couldn't be happier with our stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Everything was extremely clean and beautiful, my family really enjoyed themselves!!
Hot tub, games, the Mountain View’s our Christmas was perfect!!
5.0 / 5.0
Awesome place!
Awesome place, beautiful view, close to town.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful Cabin
Cabin has everything that you will need. Easy to get too. Quiet area. Plenty of space for everyone. Love the outside area.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful Home
This home had so many special touches. The decor was very cabin like and it had amazing lights around the property that kept the property lit at night. A night light in every room, hand soap pumps at every sink, fire wood enough for our first fire, wonderfully comfortable beds and cushy toilet paper! The only improvement I would suggest is to have wildlife on contract so they would make an appearance when I stood on the porch looking for them!!!!
5.0 / 5.0
Sunset Ridge
Sunset Ridge was a great property!! Loved the cabin and the owners are very easy to talk to!!! Would definitely recommend!
5.0 / 5.0
Great view
We love Bryson City and the Train was great. The view from the porch is awesome.
5.0 / 5.0
Great stay
Great stay. Thank you.
5.0 / 5.0
Love this beautiful house
Our family loved every piece of the house, especially the front desk. My kids practiced violin in the morning on the deck, staying so close to nature. I loved to sit on the swing to enjoy the quiescent surroundings, wishing time could freeze at that moment.
It takes about half an hour from the house to the Great Smokey Mountain. The location is quite convenient. The house has everything we need and well decorated.
The only issue was that we only got two tiny bottles of shampoo for a group of 5 people staying for a whole week. Also, the upstairs bathroom ran out of hand soap. Everything else was good.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful vacation home
Our family had a wonderful time at Sunset Ridge. The house was clean and it had plenty of space for our family of 4. The homeowner was quick to respond to a concern that we had.
We would definitely stay again if we are ever in the Bryson City area again!
5.0 / 5.0
Even better than the description!
We could not have asked for a better experience on our first trip to the Smoky Mountains! The cabin is beautiful and in a great location (the pictures in the listing truly don’t capture how amazing it is here!) Sitting on the front porch with my morning coffee, overlooking the mountains and listening to the birds was pure relaxation. You can easily access the National Park, and if you want to venture into Gatlinburg for the afternoon, it’s a gorgeous drive (only slightly over 1 hour). We hope to return again sometime!
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent Cabin & Host
This was our fourth visit to Sunset Ridge which has several unique features. The cabin has always been super clean upon arrival and is convenient to a grocery store. It’s close to Bryson City but tucked away in a secluded cove. We especially enjoy the well appointed and comfortable open floor plan, hanging out on the front porch which has great views of the mountains and the fire pit area which has a charcoal bbq. We love staying in this cabin!
5.0 / 5.0
Tranquil
This was unlike any vacation I've ever had. It was so peaceful. The cabin was beautiful. We made the drive to Gatlinburg which was INCREDIBLE.
5.0 / 5.0
Quiet getaway
This property was great for what we were looking for. It was close enough to go to town and secluded enough to enjoy the cozy cabin. We was hoping to be on top of the mountain but this place sits kind of in the middle. The only suggestion I would make is more comfortable seating around the fire pit. I would suggest to take a chainsaw. There were so many trees that we could have used for fire wood. Of course the were already down. I definitely would not being against staying at this location again.
5.0 / 5.0
Wonderful
Had such a amazing time at this cabin best vacation I’ve had in years!
5.0 / 5.0
Home Away From Home
The cabin was beautiful and the views were spectacular! The wifi was a little slow sometimes but no big deal when there is plenty to see and do. It was a cute home feeling cabin. May be renting it again next year during summer so we can try ehite water rafting and tubing.. Thanks for everything
5.0 / 5.0
Exactly what we wanted
We loved our stay at Sunset Ridge. The living room was cozy, and we spent a lot of time on the porch. We brought several things from our kitchen that we didn’t need because it was well stocked. The cabin was secluded but close to everything we wanted. We liked Bryson city and would return. It’s a great place
5.0 / 5.0
Not to be missed!
Perfect in every way! Super clean, very comfortable and great amenities. Loved the wrap around porch, the hot tub and the convenient location. Perfect base for exploring Smokey Mountain National Park.
5.0 / 5.0
Pleasant stay
We enjoyed our time at the sunset ridge cabin. This cabin is 7-10 minutes from downtown Bryson city and very convenient to town and other attractions. The sunset views make this a special place to stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Covid Getaway
Sunset Ridge was just what we were looking for. The property was secluded yet close enough to the park & Bryson City. We enjoyed being able to access the quieter part of the GSMNP & found lots of hiking trails, waterfalls & sites to explore. The space was perfect for our family & we enjoyed relaxing on the porch. The property was clean and well maintained. We hope to return in the future.
5.0 / 5.0
Great stay!
I have nothing but good things to say about our visit! The cabin is so beautiful with breathtaking views. We enjoyed the hot tub and making s’mores by the fire. We tubed on Deep Creek, rode the train through the mountains and rafted in the Nantahala River. We didn’t want to leave!
5.0 / 5.0
Great stay
The cabin and property are even better than the photographs on the web site. Very clean, well kept and beautiful. We especially enjoyed the wrap around porches and the fire pit/grill area.
5.0 / 5.0
Fabulous stay
Gorgeously crafted and appointed cabin(especially the kitchen where they thought of everything), with expansive views. Feels very secluded but close to town. Absolutely lovely!
5.0 / 5.0
Secluded retreat!
Beautiful. Peaceful. Pictures & description accurate. Cozy house & well stocked kitchen. Quiet location but close to downtown, groceries, hiking, etc. Hope to return to this area soon!
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Swain County?
The average price for a rental in Swain County is $263 per night. This rental is $26 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Secluded Mountainside Cabin, Close to Town, Water Sports and Hiking! Hot Tub! . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Secluded Mountainside Cabin, Close to Town, Water Sports and Hiking! Hot Tub! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cabin is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Secluded Mountainside Cabin, Close to Town, Water Sports and Hiking! Hot Tub! ?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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