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Welcome to Big Sky, a magnificent log cabin in the Smoky Mountains! Take in the spectacular, long-range mountain views from both decks. The interior features the classic mountain-cabin fashion with log-style furnishing, two master suites and a fully equipped kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with everything you'll need to enjoy great meals together. Sit around the gas log fireplace in the evening and watch TV or enjoy some of the board games provided. The home has paved access all the way to its parking area.
This home is located in the Smoky Mountains and has nearby access for those looking to explore the outdoors: hiking, biking, river rafting, fishing, etc. Additionally, it is just a short drive to the surrounding towns such as Sylva where guests can find shopping, dining & local culture.
Things to know Full kitchen Free WiFi Pets not allowed Gas log fireplace only available from October - March Not motorcycle accessible Limited cell service and GPS
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Property manager
Vacasa of North Carolina
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
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Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the cabin: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a hospital
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Ice skating nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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: 2,300 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not 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
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 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
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
23447
About the neighborhood
Whittier, NC
What's nearby
Sequoyah National Golf Club - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 12 min drive - 9.8 km
Museum of the Cherokee Indian - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
Unto These Hills Outdoor Drama - 14 min drive - 11.5 km
Santa's Land Family Theme Park and Zoo - 16 min drive - 9.1 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 74 min drive
Restaurants
Gordon Ramsay Street Pizza - 16 min drive
Wicked Weed Pub at Harrah’s Cherokee Casino - 16 min drive
Granny's Kitchen - 16 min drive
SoundBytes - 16 min drive
Brio Italian Grille - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Secluded mountain view log cabin with WiFi, fireplace, & wrap-around porch pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Secluded mountain view log cabin with WiFi, fireplace, & wrap-around porch?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Secluded mountain view log cabin with WiFi, fireplace, & wrap-around porch?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Secluded mountain view log cabin with WiFi, fireplace, & wrap-around porch located?
Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Nantahala National Forest and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Tuckasegee River. Harrahs Cherokee Casino and Sequoyah National Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 74 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 74 reviews
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Reviews
10/10
Beautiful cabin! Fully equipped and perfect for a family vacation.
kendra l.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
This was the 3 times we have stayed in this cabin and can’t wait to go again. Beautiful cabin and the views are just awesome. Great location; less than 15 minutes to Smoky Mountain NP and casino in Cherokee. The cabin has everything you need to have a relaxing and comfortable time.
Kathy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
Spent time in the city and road the Polar Express. The only complaint is we didn’t get to stay long enough. We love the cabin and the views
John H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10
Cabin was perfect for our golf trip. Clean, well stocked and amazing views!
leon t.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10
Great views and quiet setting.
Daniel Z.
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8/10
The home and view were absolutely amazing. The road being paved was a huge plus; these mountain roads are sketchy enough as it is. Having plenty of bed made a family of 7 with 2 kids sleep comfortably. Would definitely return in the future!
Nicholas C.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
Beautiful views. Clean and very up to date rental
Joshua A.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10
The views were amazing! The cabin was nice and clean. The kitchen had everything that you might need. Everyone slept great! AC's worked great.
Nice hot water with good water pressure for showers.
Best to get there before dark. Driving up in the dark can be a little intense.
Penny J. J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
Once you get past the steep mountain drive to reach the beautiful cabin, we had a wonderful family gathering with ample accommodations. We will return for other family getaways for sure.
Cyril J.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
8/10
Beautiful mountain views from this cabin
Don G.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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8/10
The house has the best view!! Lots of room for everyone. And like the decorations of the home!
AMBER G.
10/10
Property was as pictured, comfortable, and gorgeous views.
vicki f.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10
Spacious rooms, great beds, spectacular view, personally decorated, and well supplied with anything you could need.
Wayne C.
10/10
Cabin was beautiful, as was the view. This was a family trip consistent with two families ( total of 4 children 8-11yo).
We would stay at the property again. Only issue is that the outside trash cans were full upon arrival and there were bear sightings so we had to keep the trash inside. Along with the fact that there weren’t enough towels for everyone.
Martha C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
Loved the property!
Leslie H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
10/10
Beautiful that accommodated our every growing family. We enjoyed our Christmas Family get together in this warm and cozy home. We made new memories that will last a lifetime.
Michelle M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10
I loved the location of the cabin. It’s gated for our peace and protection and the cabin itself was just perfect. Not to big and not to small. If we could, we would just live there. I know I kept saying it’s very peaceful up in the mountains, but to hear it from my own kids made me feel good knowing we picked a perfect spot! I hope we can be back again very soon!
Lucinda W.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10
Great weekend with my husband and 2 other couples. Cabin had 360 views, just beautiful. Plenty of room for us to be together or apart. Cabin was so clean and had everything needed for us to cook or grill. About 15 minutes to Cherokee and 20 minutes to Bryson City
Kathy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10
My husband and I spent 3 nights with two other couples in this beautiful cabin. This cabin sits on the top of a mountain so the views on both sides are breathtaking. The home had everything we needed to relax and enjoy a relaxing and fun filled 3 nights. Wish we could of stayed longer and we will definitely return again
Kathy C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
8/10
Our stay was great, the views from the cabin were amazing. The cabin had everything our family needed. Clean and fresh sheets and towels.Did a lot of cooking and some baking.Kitchen was stocked pretty well with pots, pans, baking pans & sheets. Good supplies of spices except for salt and pepper.There were some issues with the gas grill having only one working burner and the awning didn’t not work ☹️ it would have made grilling so much easier and comfortable. Use the fire pit almost every single night we spend there We found firewood outside of Great Smoky Mountain Park for $5 a bundle😃
Carlos M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10
It was a rough year for my family. My dad battling cancer has been a journey and we have gone through a lot together. We really needed this cabin to be a positive add to our much needed time together. It exceeded our expectations and more. Vacasa was great, but what made it all special was the owner’s personal touch into making sure this cabin felt like home. We found Christmas and hospitality in every corner! It was perfect and we are so grateful! My family and I will happily return.
Lina B.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022
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4/10
Booked with Vacasa for a work trip and if I could go back in time and choose something else I would without a doubt. The cleanliness of this cabin was awful. One guest found their bedding to be unwashed and had bodily fluids on it from a past guest. There were dead bugs all over the cabin and live bugs flying around everywhere. The only thing that made this stay worth it was the view of the mountains but other than that it wasn't worth the stay.
Garrett N.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10
This house was great! The drive up the mountain can cause a little anxiety, but it is well worth the views once you reach the top. We did however run into a couple of issues once we got there. When we arrived the door to the cabin was wide open. Not sure if the cleaning crew forgot to close it after they left or what. The dishwasher was throwing an error so we had to was dished by hand. No big deal. We did report it to Vacasa and they said they were going to send someone out to fix it. Most of the trash cans were already full so it was a little challenging try to get all our trash in the bins. Makes sense though. I can't imagine trash being picked up every week.
None of that would stop me from going back. This house and the views are well worth it. The sunset over the mountain tops was perfect. 5 stars all day long.
Jason H.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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6/10
PLEASE NOTE: This rating would be higher if the air conditioning was functioning on the main level in the cabin. Unfortunately, my parents room were on the main floor. It would be difficult for them to use the stairs to access rooms on any other floors. It did get rather warm during the day and portions of the night which made that area slightly uncomfortable. I contacted guest services immediately on the day I arrived and I was informed someone would reach out. I contacted guest services again the next day b/c I never received an update. I was then informed that the local team was aware of the issue and I would receive an update. I never received any additional information and the issue was not resolved during my stay.
Outside of that one issue, the home was very beautiful with amazing views. The kitchen, bathroom and laundry room was equipped with everything we needed. There was enough space for 8 adults to sleep comfortably. Overall we had a very enjoyable time.
As mentioned in prior reviews the road leading to the cabin is very narrow and has a few sharp turns if you are not used to navigating through the mountains. I could imagine it would be very difficult to see at night so I would suggest that you plan to arrive while there is daylight.
Karen W.
10/10
I would definitely recommend and look forward to returning. Everything was clean and operational with the exception of the main floor AC unit. Vacasa had someone come out the next day to fix it. The view is stunning. As others stated, the drive to the house is steep and single lane but once you do it once it’s not that bad. There is plenty of bedding and towels. It was stocked really well. Wifi worked well, as well as the TV. Close to the casino and a lot of Cherokee Native American /Tribal land culture shopping.
Tips:
1. When entering there’s a really cute sign that cleverly request you don’t wear shoes in the house, so pack house slippers or socks and easy some easy slides/crocs if you’re going to going in and out.
2. Turn on the water when you come inside. The instructions are on the fridge at the time of this review.
3. Sound does travel very well in the house. White noise is helpful at night.
4. Traveling with kids under 2? The stairs are too wide for a standard lower priced baby gate.
5. Also, the Stairs are open under each step. Caution for tiny crawlers. Check lost toys before you leave.
6. There’s a Food Lion grocery store shopping center about 15 minutes away. This shopping center has everything you need.
7. Coming in late at night might be hard. Just remember to keep to the right, you’ll get there.
Suggestion to owner: retractable Baby gate on the stairs.