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Peaceful Dog-Friendly Cottage in Nat'l Forest

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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 670 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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Bryson City, North Carolina
  • Popular LocationGreat Smoky Mountains Railroad12 min drive
  • Popular LocationSmokey Mountain Trains Museum12 min drive
  • Popular LocationNantahala Brewing Company12 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)75 min drive

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About the area

Bryson City

At this cottage, you'll be 13.1 km (8.2 mi) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 27.5 km (17.1 mi) from Harrahs Cherokee Casino. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, a patio and a sofa bed. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available.

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 12 min drive
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 12 min drive
  • Island Park - 12 min drive
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 12 min drive
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 135 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Mountain Layers Brewing Company - 12 min drive
  • Nantahala Brewing Brewpub - 11 min drive
  • Nate and Nick's - 10 min drive
  • Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - 11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Peaceful Dog-Friendly Cottage in Nat'l Forest

Enter a world of country charm with relaxing views and amazing sunsets when you make a trip to ‘Grinder Switch’, a 2-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental, close to Bryson City, Harrah’s Casino, and Blue Ridge Parkway. Although the location is great, this home is also secluded as it sits on 200 park-like acres with hiking trails in Settler’s Mountain. You’ll be able to use the community rec room and pavilion, in addition to the already incredible private decks and fire pit, teeming with birds.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Community Pavilion w/ Gas Grill & Picnic Tables | Hiking Trail On-Site | 2 Decks

Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

COMMUNITY AMENITIES: Rec room w/ foosball table, board games, bocce ball, Trac Ball, cornhole & DVD library, fire pit (wood provided w/ fee), washer & dryer, laundry detergent
OUTDOOR LIVING: Front deck w/ rocking chairs, hummingbird feeders, birdwatching, fire pit (wood provided), back deck w/ gas grill (propane provided), picnic table, bench swing, grassy yard
INDOOR LIVING: Roku Smart TV w/ cable, DVD player, books, ceiling fans, hardwood floors
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove & oven, dishwasher, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, microwave, toaster, toaster oven, drip coffee maker, tea kettle, ground coffee, blender, trash bags, paper towels
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C & heating, washer & dryer, laundry detergent, iron & board, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, towels & linens, hangers, keyless entry, 3 dog crates (sizes M, L & XL; first-come, first-served)
FAQ: 4 stairs to access, single-story home, 1 exterior security camera (facing driveway), pet fee (paid pre-trip), other renters on-site w/ some shared amenities
PARKING: Gravel driveway (2 vehicles), small trailer parking
ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: There are 6 additional properties available on-site, each with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

NATURE TO SEE: Nantahala National Forest (surrounding area), Bryson City Outdoors - kayaking & paddleboarding (5.3 miles), Deep Creek Tube Center & Campground (7.0 miles), Deep Creek Trail (7.1 miles), Darnell Farms (7.5 miles), Blue Ridge Parkway (8.1 miles), Nantahala Village Riding Stables (8.1 miles), Nantahala Outdoor Center (11.7 miles), Tsali Campground (12.4 miles), Tuckasegee River (14.9 miles), Oconaluftee Visitor Center (18.3 miles), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (19.8 miles), Fontana Lake - boating & fishing (23.4 miles), Fontana Dam (29.9 miles), Cataloochee Ski Area (34.1 miles), Tail of the Dragon (39.2 miles)
EXPLORE THE TOWN: Great Smoky Mountains Railroad (5.3 miles), Nantahala Brewing (5.7 miles), Wildwater - Nantahala Gorge Canopy Tour (9.0 miles), Smoky Mountain Country Club (12.5 miles), Museum of the Cherokee Indian (15.3 miles), Harrah's Casino (16.0 miles)
VISIT THESE CITIES: Waynesville (38.9 miles), Gatlinburg (50.3 miles), Asheville (66.3 miles), Knoxville (92.0 miles), Greenville (109 miles)
AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (70.8 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 w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only, max 2)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 21 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: Access to this single-story home requires 4 stairs
- NOTE: There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site, with some shared amenities; other travelers may be present during your stay
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security camera facing the driveway. It does not look into any interior spaces. The camera records video and sound when activated by motion

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 756 sq ft (70 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: A maximum of 2 pets are allowed.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

Property is also known as

472308

Frequently asked questions

Does Peaceful Dog-Friendly Cottage in Nat'l Forest have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Peaceful Dog-Friendly Cottage in Nat'l Forest?

No, Peaceful Dog-Friendly Cottage in Nat'l Forest does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Peaceful Dog-Friendly Cottage in Nat'l Forest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Peaceful Dog-Friendly Cottage in Nat'l Forest Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical site
Lovely site. Just enough privacy but do not feel too isolated. Beautiful surroundings, well maintained. Was everything promised and more. Have been there winter and late spring and will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
We had a wonderful stay this weekend! The cabin was beautiful and the fire pit and rec room was so nice! Very close to Cherokee, NC. We loved our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 sisters
We were very impressed with the coziness & clealiness of the cabin. The mountain views were outstanding. Everything we wanted to do was very close by. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
we had a great time and will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was the sweetest little house. Very clean and comfortable for up to 6 adults.
This was more than we expected. The pictures don’t do it justice. It is very well kept.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
We enjoyed our trip to Bryson City. Definitely coming back. Jimmy Macs restaurant was AMAZING as well as riding the train.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021