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Alarka Cabin Guest House With Great Mountain Sunsets And WiFi Included

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A waterfall cascading over rocks in a forested area.
A compact laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer, a shelf above the dryer, and a power outlet on the wall.
A room with a large window overlooking a wooden deck and greenery.
A red barn with a metal roof and a covered porch with chairs.
A covered patio with a glass table and chairs, overlooking a lush green landscape and mountains.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $175
$155 nightly
$175 total
Total with taxes and fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Fontana Lake
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bryson City

When you stay at this vacation home in Bryson City, you'll be in the mountains and steps from Nantahala National Forest. .This vacation home is 10.7 mi (17.2 km) from Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and 12.4 mi (20 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 17 min drive - 10.7 miles
  • Fontana Lake - 17 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 18 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 18 min drive - 12.1 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 22 min drive - 15.0 miles

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
  • ‪Arby's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - ‬19 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.

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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a phone, as well as a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features a stereo, a video library, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include scuba diving nearby, water skiing nearby, and rafting nearby.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

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
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • 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

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

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Alarka Cabin Guest House Great Mountain Sunsets Wifi Included

Alarka Cabin Guest House Great Mountain Sunsets Wifi Included

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 305 out of 334 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 334 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 334 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 334 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 334 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pet friendly and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sergio L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice and cozy accommodations. Lots of space outside to sit and enjoy sunset. I highly recommend for couples wanting a nice getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Michael is always a pleasure to stay with. He makes you feel at home and goes above and beyond to make sure your stay was great. Will stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

CarlyandSam T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay. Our host was such a joy to have nearby, and his sweet dog Enola Mae made the experience even better. He helped us out on very short notice and welcomed us like old friends. Truly grateful for the hospitality.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property. Looking forward to another stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alarka Cabin was just as described.Great location for dogs to run. Best host ever.Very friendly, helpful and generous. The area has an endless supply of activities for the outdoor enthusiast. I highly recommendthis rental
Stayed 31 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Alena F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
It was welcoming to pets had a nice porch and balcony
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Betty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cabin for our needs. Property owner made us feel right at home, we couldn’t have asked for more!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

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

Beautiful place

Enjoyed our visit very much. Beautiful location with a wonderful host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vincent W.

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

Will definitely be staying here again

Host was extremely nice and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent weekend. Beautiful place, cozy and adorable with lots of personality and history. Lovely host, the best ever!! Would absolutely stay there again and again. Well stocked with anything you could need, and easily accessible.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edward R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host with the most Michael and Inola were great look forward to next year there
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host Michael was so good, he made every arrangements in the house so we need not go out finding for anything. Patti, the neighbor was so loving. We enjoyed the stay thoroughly.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jarrod H.

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

Excellent stay

Was perfect
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience. Michael was welcoming and the perfect host with local knowledge and a super friendly pup Enola. The cabin was charming and wonderfully located. We had a great time. Great cabin getaway spot, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

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

Creeks for days.

This place is a great getaway and the folks that live there are awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michael has a wonderful property, the perfect relaxing location with amazing views. Very clean and stocked with everything you could need. Our dog even made friends with the neighbor dog and Michael's dog, he had a great weekend getaway too! Highly recommend this vacation home!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candy B.

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

Great stay

W had a great stay . All treats were good she left uu.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great but the ceiling fans had dust all over them and we turned them on it went on bec. Host was great and friendly. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony H.

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

Perfect get away

I think this was a great place, nice and quiet with all the comfort of home, very comfortable relaxing, love to visit again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gayle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay at Michael’s barn cabin was absolutely wonderful! Michael was such a friendly and welcoming host, and his sweet dog Enola Mae made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. The cabin itself was perfect — cozy, spotless, and stocked with everything you could possibly need for a comfortable stay. The location was great too, close enough to everything without feeling busy or crowded. We truly enjoyed every minute of our visit and would happily stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The Wild R.

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

Cozy cabin

Loved the hospitality Michael extended to me. Was here for a work trip but will definitely be booking again later for a vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024