Elegant Log Cabin between Cherokee and Bryson City, hot tub & fire pit | Cabin in Whittier

10.0 (42 Reviews) |   4 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Cherokee Cabin | Elegant Log Cabin between Cherokee and Bryson City, hot tub & fire pit

4 Bedroom Cabin in Cherokee, Whittier

Welcome to The Appalachian Dream! Quiet and secluded on the ridge of a mountain, this rustic and stylish cabin will make your vacation dreams come true. Perfect for family vacations and close to local attractions, you will love the ambiance of this cabin due to the extensive use of wood on the floors, walls, and ceilings. This beautifully decorated luxury log cabin features 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, many outdoor decks and seating areas, a hot tub, gas grill, gas fireplace, outdoor fire pit, and free Wi-Fi. The kitchen is fully stocked and there is a full-size washer and dryer along with games, puzzles, Foosball table, and patio furniture.
The Appalachian Dream is a 2400 square foot cabin within a quiet subdivision, Ocona Lake Estates, and is conveniently located between Bryson City and Cherokee with 4 bedrooms on three levels with lots of space and privacy. The cabin is only a short drive from Maggie Valley, Dillsboro, Smoky Mountain National Park, Blue Ridge Parkway, Nantahala, Tsali, Fontana Lake, and Franklin. Asheville can be reached within an hours’ drive.
This 3-level cabin has a full-size bathroom on each level, two living areas, a loft perfect for reading, and sleeps up to 10 people in 1 king, 2 Queens, and several bunk beds. Televisions are provided in all bedrooms as well the two living areas.
The large master suite is located on the upper level and includes a king size log bed with log furniture. There is a ceiling fan, outdoor deck, and a large bathroom with shower and separate jacuzzi tub. The adjoining loft area has good lighting, a ceiling fan, reading area, and overlooks the main living area below.
The main level includes a full bath, queen bedroom, main living area, kitchen, and dining area. The living room has a gas fireplace, large windows overlooking the distant mountains and trees. The bedroom includes a ceiling fan and features log furniture and antique armoire. The main level includes a covered wrap around-porch on 3 sides of the house. Ample seating is provided on all the decks.
The lower level includes a queen bedroom, the bunk room (bottom 3 bunks will be made for guests and additional linens provided for top 3 bunks), a living area with foosball table, games, puzzles, books, 60" TV and sound system, seating, and full bathroom. Outside this level is the 6-person hot tub, outdoor deck, and firepit.
Access is relatively simple and does not require 4-wheel drive. There are two parking areas.
Elk are frequently seen in the Kituwah Valley area (~2 miles from the house) and have been seen on the property occasionally (see last picture). Ocona Lake Estates is located along the Oconaluftee River and the river can be easily accessed at the community's picnic/BBQ facility. This river is noted for its large trout but does require a special license to fish. You can walk to the river from the house. You can do tube float trips down this fairly quiet section of the river as well as swim from the community facility on the river. We are also only minutes away from the Tuckaseegee River which offer excellent fishing and white-water rafting. The communities quiet and seldom used roads provide great opportunities for walking/hiking. Excellent walking and jogging opportunities are also available at the Kituwah valley farm which is open to the public.
The nearly endless local attractions include the popular Polar Express and Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, Oconaluftee Indian Village, Unto These Hills Cherokee Theatre, Museum of the Cherokee Indian, Santa’s Land Fun Park and Zoo, Deep Creek, Darnell Farms, Harrah’s Casino (in Cherokee), Nantahala River, Tuckaseegee River, the Mountain Farm Museum, local breweries and wineries, several different gold/ruby mines, endless hiking, skiing/snowboarding, fishing, whitewater rafting, golfing, and mountain biking.
Security cameras monitor all entrances and the driveway.

Elegant Log Cabin between Cherokee and Bryson City, hot tub & fire pit is located in Cherokee. Elegant Log Cabin between Cherokee and Bryson City, hot tub & fire pit provides accommodation, featuring Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, among other amenities. This Cabin features Entertainment, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Elegant Log Cabin between Cherokee and Bryson City, hot tub & fire pit has 4 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Cherokee has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Cherokee, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Designated Smoking Area
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Soap
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Designated smoking areas
Activities
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games
General
  • Unit size: 2400 sq ft (223 sq m)
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
Guest Services
  • Stair gate
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Gas grill
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Skiing
  • Close to skiing
Spa
  • Hot tub

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 27
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Robert L.
Sep 23, 2025 01:07:16 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Awesome place! We had a great time and the cabin was amazing. Thank yall for a great experience.
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