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Alarka Cabin Guest House With Great Mountain Sunsets And WiFi Included

Vacation home in Bryson City with kitchen and balcony

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Interior
Outdoor dining
TV, DVD player, video library, stereo
Exterior
Escape to the countryside at this charming guest house, where rustic charm meets modern comfort. Unwind on the private balcony overlooking a serene stream or relax on the spacious front porch with a swing.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 456 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
The current price is AED 331
AED 643 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov

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About this property

Entire place

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

Alarka Cabin Guest House With Great Mountain Sunsets And WiFi Included

Top half of original barn converted into two bedroom / one bath guest house. Includes WiFi, full kitchen and full size washer / dryer. Sleeps four with queen size bed in bedroom 1, two twins beds in bedroom 2 and fold-out couch in living room. Large screen TV in living room with full DISH cable. Private balcony off bedroom overlooking small stream and large front porch with swing. Close to outdoor activities, Bryson City and gaming / cultural activities at Cherokee.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 4 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 600 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks
Leave all trash inside, I take care of it.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
4 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Alarka Cabin Guest House Great Mountain Sunsets Wifi Included
Alarka Cabin Guest Great Mountain Sunsets Wifi Included
Alarka Cabin Guest House Great Mountain Sunsets Wifi Included
Alarka Cabin Guest House Great Mountain Sunsets Wifi Included
Alarka Cabin Guest Great Mountain Sunsets Wifi Included

About the neighborhood

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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 21 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 21 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 21 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 30 min drive - 28.0 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 37 min drive - 40.4 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 145 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Vallarta Mexican Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Layers Brewing Company - ‬26 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Alarka Cabin Guest House With Great Mountain Sunsets And WiFi Included pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Alarka Cabin Guest House With Great Mountain Sunsets And WiFi Included ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alarka Cabin Guest House With Great Mountain Sunsets And WiFi Included ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Alarka Cabin Guest House With Great Mountain Sunsets And WiFi Included located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 12 mi (20 km) of Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Pincu Pottery. Fontana Lake and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Alarka Cabin Guest House With Great Mountain Sunsets And WiFi Included Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 305 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 305 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 305 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 305 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 305 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Varun N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, thoughtfully stocked, friendly host! Good mountain views. We had an amazing stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristina G.

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

Very friendly and generous host.

Cabin was great to stay in, great for cooking breakfasts, very quiet but with great accommodations. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great experience

We loved our stay ❤️. Mich
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda Y.

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

Beautiful accommodations

A very enjoyable and relaxing stay in the well equipped and thoughtfully set up doggy friendly accommodations. Very enjoyable and informative host with suggestions for scenic drives. Looking forward to our next visit there! Ty, Linda, Barney
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

jrs t.

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

Cozy Cabin

We would highly recommend staying at this cabin. The host was friendly and made our family (humans & fur-babies) feel welcome. The cabin is well-maintained and met all of our needs. It truly felt like we were in a home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

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

Relaxing and affordable

This place is adorable and clean. Peaceful, and the views are breathtaking. Dave and his sweet pup, Enola, were friendly and delightful hosts. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerardo V., Durham

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

Awesome cozy place to stay.

It's like your home away.... relaxing, gorgeous colors in fall, very close to Cherokee and some many attractions around. The four paws host is incredible friendly, I loved so muc...
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott M., United States

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

Great stay at on top of a Barn

The family really enjoyed our time at Michael's place. We especially loved the sunsets, Michael's pup, hummingbirds, and playing board games on the deck. The place was extremely clean and accommodating. I would not hesitate to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

thomas w.

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

Great place to stay

Nice little place with some great charm to it. Beautiful views of the sunset from the deck. Mike was awesome and communicated extremely well. Gave some great places to hike and knew a lot about the area. Will definitely be staying again.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherilyn H.

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

Peaceful and beautiful

This place always gives me peace and tranquility when I visit. I will always continue to recommend this place to my friends and family. I will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth L.

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

Lovely Location and Host

A wonderful vacation. Very peaceful with beautiful views. Comfortable cabin with everything you might need. The host is very friendly and extremely helpful. Located within a community of outgoing and kind people. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keyshla P.

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

5 stars

It was wonderful, I stayed with my partner and Husky dog. The housebarn had everything we could need and the location was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just came back from spending 7 days at the Alarka cabin with my wife and two grown sons. We really enjoyed it. The setting is peaceful and beautiful and within easy driving distance of both the Nantahala National Forest and the Great Smokey Mountains NP. Michael is a fabulous host - very friendly and with great recommendations for hiking and other recreational activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James s.

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

Just what we needed

Great location. More stuff to do then we had time for. Great host. Very quiet peaceful place. Got to enjoy the smokies, away from the tourist locations near Gatlinburg. Looking forward to coming back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginny O.

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

Incredible week in the Great Smoky Mountains

The reviews are spot on. Mike is an incredible host and super helpful suggesting great hikes and things to do in the Smoky Mountains and surrounding areas. We went horseback riding, saw black bears, went on amazing waterfall hikes, and discovered beautiful spring wildflowers everywhere. Definitely a trip to remember!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

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

Comfy & Peaceful

Michael and his doggy were great hosts! They greeted us upon arrival and made us feel at home. The location is remote and very peaceful. Michael has done a great job with the space, including several items that give you the home away from home feel. The husband and I are definitely thinking of returning without the children(LOL) so that we can enjoy the sounds of nature on the porches.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W., Mooresville

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

Sweet Barn Cabin

Cute barn cabin with awesome views and hospitality. This cabin is smaller than we are used to but clean and accommodating. Has everything you need. We brought our two dogs with us, we hate leaving them home: We came to visit the GSMR! Great location, close to all, pet friendly and would definitely stay here again! ♥️
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property is a converted barn that is really comfortable to stay in. It's in a rural area but just a 2 mile drive into town. The owners have put a lot of thought into providing anything of the little things that you might need. The internet reception is very good. Communication was great, I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

mary r.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous place if you want isolation during the pandemic.

Unfortunately, we had problems with internet connection during our stay. However, our host was very friendly and helpful. This place is a perfect getaway location, very private and close to Bryson City and the NOC. It’s a bit rustic, but has all amenities one would need. This was our second visit and we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Robert P.

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

Beautiful relaxing weekend in the North Carolina Mountains

We had a very relaxing weekend here. The view from the porch is absolutely breathtaking. Grill some burgers and sit on the porch and watch the sunset. The host Michael is very nice. My husband took full advantage of the excellent fishing here. That made him very happy! After a fun-filled day the bed was so comfortable we did not want to get out of it. We will be returning to enjoy this quaint little cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Just what we were looking for!

This small, unique cottage is not elaborate, but had all the things my brother and I (Ages 79, 80) were looking for in an "out of the way" location. Shopping BEFORE arriving is helpful because the nearest Grocery is several miles away. It is in driving distance of many wonderful places to see in the NC mountains. Not for everyone - but for us - it was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is such a great little cabin. We wished we were able to stay a couple extra days. It's a nice small little cabin, perfect for us two and our dog. There is a mild pet odor, but that's to be expected with allowing pets to stay. It didn't bother us one bit. Our dog loved the open space and the deck is a fantastic place to just sit, relax and enjoy the view. We would absolutely come back to stay any time! I'd recommend this stay to anyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Before arrival the owner, Michael, let us know details with directions, access codes etc. He was extremely helpful & hospitable! He has a dog and I was traveling with my monsters, they had a blast with her!! The renovated barn is authentic, cozy, comfortable, full of amenities and very nice vibe. We didn't need for anything! Im definitely going back!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanda R.

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

Awesome cabin

I can't say enough good things about this stay.The cabin was perfect. Amenities were more than expected. Spices, cooking oil, cookware, coffeemaker and Keurig. Beds were comfortable. Host was amazing. Even Enola (his dog) was friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend staying here if in the area. We will definitely stay here again if we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly C.

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

Smoky Mountain Getaway

I was looking for a cabin with a view for my first trip to the Smokies. This one didn't disappoint. Our host welcomed us, checked in on us, and made sure we had everything we needed. The cabin is well equipped, and has everything you need, down to the smallest details. It might not be the fanciest cabin out there, but I'll take comfort and kindness over fancy any day. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025