Title: The Owls Nest A-Frame - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # The Owls Nest A-Frame ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116590000/116582600/116582574/0cfa225a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116590000/116582600/116582574/52709d1b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116590000/116582600/116582574/e19dd015.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116590000/116582600/116582574/310b0ddf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116590000/116582600/116582574/2c4a57f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At The Owls Nest A-Frame, you can look forward to a firepit, laundry facilities, and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Hot tub - Air conditioning - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Owls Nest A-Frame This beautiful cabin is nestled in the woods - the perfect retreat to get away from the hustle and bustle. Relax in the hot tub on the deck with a beautiful mountain view! The Owls Nest A-Frame is part of a quiet community with a private lake, perfect for a refreshing swim or a relaxing day of fishing. For outdoor enthusiasts, adventure is right at your doorstep! Just a few minutes away, you’ll find the sparkling waters of Fontana Lake, ideal for boating and water activities. Mountain biking enthusiasts will love being only five minutes from the renowned Tsali Bike Trails, offering exhilarating rides with breathtaking views. A short 15-minute drive takes you to the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC), where the historic Appalachian Trail crosses over, adding a legendary hiking experience to your adventure, alongside thrilling rafting opportunities on the river. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is also nearby, with endless hiking trails just a few miles away, where you can explore scenic paths, spot wildlife, and marvel at the stunning vistas. After a day of adventure, return to the cabin and slip into the steaming hot tub on the deck, where you can gaze out over the rolling mountains as the sun sets—a truly magical way to end your day. The Great Smoky Mountain Railroad is also a short drive for a scenic journey through the hills, and Bryson City’s delightful restaurants and boutiques are perfect for a quick outing. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Unit size: 1,500 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM Contactless check-out available ### 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: Gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash Turn off the lights and lock the doors Returning any moved furniture to its original location and placing your used towels in the shower floor in the downstairs bathroom. Please make sure you put the cover back over the hot tub if you used it. Please take all food items from the fridge. -Set Air to 75 in summer, Heat to 70 in winter. Please make sure the stick is back in the sliding door and the main door is locked when you leave. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules \-PETS are allowed on a case by case basis. There is a $75 fee for 1 pet under 50#. We ask that pets are not allowed on the furniture. If pets have to be left alone in the cabin, they need to be crated. Pets must be leashed and picked up after when outside. There is no smoking or vaping allowed on the property. Inside or outside. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: There is a Queen size futon in the loft space! ### 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock 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 This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.386005,-83.6301&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:se_wEb_m%7DN%3FS%3FQ%40S%3FS%40Q%3FS%40S%40Q%40SBS%40QBQBS%40QBQBQDQBSDQBQDQDQDQDQDOFQDQFODOFQFOFQHOFOFOHOHMFOHOHMHMHOJMHKJMHMJMJKJKJMHKLKJKJKLIJILKJILILILILGJILGNGLGLGLGNELELENGLENELCNCLENCNALENANCN%3FNCLAN%3FNAN%3FLAP%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%40N%3FL%40NBN%3FNBN%40LDN%40NBLDNBLBNDLDNFLDLDNDLFLFLFNFLFJHLFLHLHLHJHLJJHLHJJJJLJHJJLJJJJJLHLJLHJJLHNHLHLHNFNHLHNFNFNHNFPFNFPDNFNDPFPDNDPDPDPDPBPDPBRDPBPBP%40PBRBP%40RBP%40R%40P%40R%3FR%40P%3FR%40R%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FPAR%3FPAR%3FRAPARAPCPARCPCRAPCPCPERCPEPCPEPEPEPEPENGPEPGNEPGNGNGPINGNGNINILGNINILILINKLILKJILKLKJKJKLIJMJKJKJMHKJMHKHMHMHMHMFKHMHODMFMFMFOFMDMDODMDODMBOBMDOBOBMBO%40OBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%3FO%3FM%40O%3FQ%3FMAO%3FO%3FOAMAOAOAOCOAMCOCOCMEOCMCOEMEOEMEMEOGMGMGMGOEMIKIMGMIMIMIKIMIKKMIKKKKMKIKKMKKKKKMIMKKIMKMIOIMIMIOGOIMIOGOGOIOGQGOGOEQGOEQGQEOEQEQEQEQCQEQCQESCQCQAQCSCQAQCSAQASAQ%3FSAS%3FQAS%3FQ%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ebb96M5E8CwtbNmlCQHTbO2ZaZI=) Almond, NC #### What's nearby - Fontana Lake - 3 min drive - 1.7 km - Swain County Park - 15 min drive - 13.5 km - Bryson City Gem Mine - 16 min drive - 18.4 km - Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 25 min drive - 29.4 km - Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 25 min drive - 29.4 km #### Restaurants - River's End Restaurant - ‪Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - ‬17 min drive - ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬10 min drive - ‪Slow Joe's - ‬17 min drive - ‪Kallistos - ‬11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Owls Nest A-Frame pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. ### What time is check-in at The Owls Nest A-Frame? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Owls Nest A-Frame? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is The Owls Nest A-Frame located? > Situated in Almond, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.5 mi (2.3 km) from Fontana Lake. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Swain County Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Owls Nest A-Frame Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Anna G. Jul 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful property. Very private. Would definitely book again. Love this area. Very family friendly. My 10 year old fell in love with the mountains ![White water rafting adventure ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/912fa585-2bf8-431a-959f-7dde18ecdc87-1752537944745.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Waterfall hike](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/5b08a839-04fd-4ee9-a4c2-8263632dfca5-1752537977537.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Lovely waterfall and swimming hole](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/567aabb3-da21-4188-a8df-5c9c911accd5-1752538006702.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Anna G. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025