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Outdoor dining
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Almond, NC
  • Popular LocationFontana Lake19 min walk
  • Popular LocationBryson City Gem Mine16 min drive
  • Popular LocationGreat Smoky Mountains Railroad24 min drive
  • AirportGatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)118 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.

Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train

Enjoy a retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. You will fall in love with this cozy 3/2 chalet with a super quaint mountain-y feel! Nice mountain views and close to flat road so no problem for any car and no scary mountain roads.
(If bringing a boat or trailer, please park in lower driveway directly off paved road -- call for more info).

A mountain retreat in the woods yet close to everything! Get away to a relaxing, restful, restorative place. You will enjoy each other while gathering around the fireplace or at the firepit and sip a hot drink while taking in the clean mountain air and surroundings. Try your luck at fishing in our fully stocked community 5 acre pond. Gather at the large community deck to celebrate the day, swim, or toast to another beautiful day. Plenty of places to explore right in our valley while you walk out trails and quiet mountain roads. We can direct you up to the gazebo on the ridge top with 360°panoramic views, if you're up for the strenuous walk to the top you will be well rewarded with the view!
Nearby, explore endless hiking and biking trails like the AT and Tsali. For adrenaline junkies there’s whitewater rafting, ziplines, or kayaking on the Nanatahala River with the NOC. Fish and ski on nearby Fontana lake or visit the Fontana dam and historic village. The Great Smoky Mountain Scenic Train with special adventures like the Polar Express, etc, is only 15 minutes away in Bryson City.

Queen bed in upstairs master with ample room to make yourself at home including a private bathroom. On the main floor, one bedroom has a Queen bed and the other has 2 twin/trundle. Main floor bedrooms share a super-cute bathroom. There is a separate laundry room with extra-large washer & dryer. Note* we also provide a large dog kennel. please be sure to include your pets in your reservation and tell us about them. $60/pet/stay. No size restrictions.
Kitchen has everything to cook delightful meals for the whole family. Plenty of tableware, cookware and utensils. NOTE: No dishwasher.
All consumable products are renters responsibility to bring. There will be a starter amount of paper products/soap for the first day or so. Ingles in Bryson City is where most people do their provisioning.

Enjoy lunch or drinks on either of the two spacious decks. This cabin feels very private.
Hang out at the rock fire pit, and cook up some BBQ on our charcoal grill. For the adventurous types, there are trails and open spaces to explore right out our door!!

Sleeps 6 and has a sleeper couch(best for kids) for up to 8 people. WiFi internet and Dish TV. Streaming services available on TV; bring your passwords!
DVD library and board games, too. For those times when the Internet or Dish may be down... or just for the nostalgic fun of it! Unplug.

If our available dates don't work for your travel plans please ask about our other cabin on VRBO.

Located right in the heart of the Smoky Mountains in a secluded private valley with pond (bass stocked) and picnic pavilion. You can fish without a license on the private pond. Lots of easy to catch fish (bluegill, crappies,etc). Bring some rods.
Enjoy nearby fishing, kayaking, paddlboarding ( bring your own water toys) and swimming!
Shuffleboard and horse-shoe equipment in pavilion shed (combination for lock available in cabin).

A short walk leads to a common area which includes a 5-acre pond with a floating dock to fish or swim. There's also a football sized grass field with pavilion, horseshoes, BBQ, and shuffle board. Hiking trails all around cabin and the Fontana Lake access a mile away at Lemons Branch Marina. Perfect for a week with the family.

*** There are tons of outdoor activities nearby!
5 minutes - Fontana Lake swimming, water-skiing, canoeing, and boat rentals for a fun day on a beautiful fresh-water lake.
5 minutes - Tsali recreation area’s famous mountain biking trails for adventure, Stecoah Valley Arts Center, Yellow Branch Pottery and Cheese farm.
15 minutes - Nantahala Outdoor Center for kayaking, rafting, zip-lining, and horseback riding, restaurants and picnicking along the river.
15 minutes - restaurants, unique shops, local breweries, and the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad in Bryson City.
20 minutes - river tubing at Deep Creek, "The Road to Nowhere" hiking
25 minutes - casino at Cherokee for gambling or top name music performers.
Our Western North Carolina location is just over an hour to Asheville and 3 hours to Atlanta.
25 minutes to Fontana Dam and Historic Village or the "Tail of the Dragon"
Within 20-45 minutes of many quaint mountain towns (Waynesville, Sylva, Dillsboro, Cherokee, Franklin, Murphy, Santeetlah Lake).

FINE PRINT(House Rules):
1. Primary renter must be at least 25 years old and present the entire stay.
2. Our cabin is dog friendly with a $60 FEE per pet per stay. Undeclared pets will result in loss of your security deposit. Please do not allow dogs in bedrooms, on furniture or beds at any time and when unattended MUST be in a kennel or take them with you on leash, to explore the very pet friendly area. Dogs must always be on a leash anywhere outside of the cabin. Please do not allow dogs to bark or be a nuisance to others in the valley. Not adhering to these policies may result in loss of security deposit.
Additional cleaning services can be scheduled during your stay for an additional fee. Fee depends on what services you want, please communicate in the chat before or during your stay.

Please note that checkout is by 10 am. Late checkout without prior approval to confirm availability that day will result in a $50 late fee for each half hour after 10 am. Often there is a new guest arriving on the day of your departure so late checkout can not be approved. Pre-approved late checkout is on a case by case basis and the charge is determined by the amount of time extended.
If late fee or damages are
not paid within 3 days of departure the security deposit will be forfeited.
All communication before, during and after your stay will be in the VRBO chat, we will monitor for updates and for questions during your stay as well.
Thank you.

Surveillance devices disclosure: There is an outdoor camera that may record video and audio of the front porch and driveway.

Property manager

Gigi and Jhon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking permitted OUTSIDE only. NOT inside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Boat on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $60 ea pet/stay, if pre-approved, or lose deposit.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children must be supervised at all times.

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

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Almond

Located in Almond, this chalet is in a rural area. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Pincu Pottery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Bryson City Gem Mine. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Appalachian Rivers Raft Company are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 19 min walk
  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 16 min drive
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 24 min drive
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 24 min drive
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rivers End Restaurant - 17 min drive
  • Kudzu Bar - 10 min drive
  • Pizza By the River - 17 min drive
  • Cardinal Coffee - 9 min drive
  • Stecoah Diner - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train pet-friendly?

Yes, this chalet allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hummingbird Hideaway-Pets,WIFI, Pond-fish/swim,hike,FontanaLake, NOC,Tsali,Train located?

Situated in a rural location, this chalet is within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Fontana Lake. Tuckasegee River and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 148 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 148 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cory F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little getaway!
Great little home, very clean and neat. Owner is super responsive and took great care of us. Beautiful area too
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Chalet in the mountains
We had a wonderful stay at this property. It is a cosy place in the mountains. Our family of 5 had plenty of room and enjoyed our stay here. The boys enjoyed fishing in the pond and playing in the valley yard just down the street from the house. This was a very low key vacation for us and stayed close by most of the time. We did venture to Bryson City (25 min away) and did the train ride which was fun and went to Cherokee (40 min away) once and saw elk. It was the perfect vacation for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great find !
Very cute off the beaten path! Quiet area! Very close to Bryson city and the polar express. The Great Smokies and Blue Ridge. Enjoyed ringing in New Year!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stecoah Almond area
This is a great rental home in the Stecoah Almond area. We enjoyed the outside deck and the home. It was perfectly set up for 2 familes ... 4 adults. There is a bedroom and bath upstairs that allows privacy for everyone. It is pet friendly and is well stocked with supplies. No issues with property management and everything that we wanted to use was in working order. It was exactly what we had expected and very relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
2023 Fall Folliage Fun
Had a wonderful stay and cabin had everything we needed. Location close, within 30 mins, of all the activities we enjoyed. Would definately stay again. 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual grand kids weekend
We were very happy with the cabin and location. There is a beautiful pond in walking distance where we took the kids fishing. The surrounding area is quiet and full of nature. We were close enough to so many great activities so we went to Gatlinburg TN for a day.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Perfect location for the casino and outdoor sports.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cabin
The cabin was very clean and spacious for my family of 5. Everyone had a bed to sleep in. The decor & design was really cute w/ some modern, recent upgrades. The location was further from Bryson City than I realized. I should’ve checked the mileage before booking so that’s on me. It took us about 20 mins to get to and from the town. If you’re looking for a private, secluded cabin in the woods, this is the place for you. Make sure you have all of your groceries & supplies before arriving since a store or gas station is not near by. If you’re going in the summer, just know there’s no central air and 2 of the window units weren’t working well during our stay. The master upstairs was so warm and stuffy. We couldn’t even use a blanket to sleep. The air in the living room works great though!! There’s no view either. A couple of the photos show a view of the mountain area but I think this is the case in the winter when the trees/leaves are bare. The trees are taller than the cabin and really close so the only thing we could see when stepping outside was the tops of the trees. The pavilion & pond are about a 5-8 mins walk across the road from the cabin. The description state “on property” which means that section is used by the cabins in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend in the Smokies
Host is focused on ensuring the best possible experience with excellent communication and tips. The property was exactly as shown and perfect for our gathering. The Smokies are more beautiful than I imagined. The lush green mountains, clear water and fresh air... we plan to make it a regular visit. Just AWESOME!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful, clean cabin in a great neighborhood
We had such a great vacation at Hummingbird Hideaway. The cabin was incredibly clean, linens were soft and homey (and also very clean), and the layout was fantastic for our family of five. We really enjoyed walking around the common lawn with the creek running through, and the kids loved their swim in the pond. Great communication with the owner, friendly neighbors, and just an awesome all-around trip. The upper driveway was doable for flatlander drivers in a minivan - just a bit intimidating at first. The lower driveway worked out great also and is a very useful alternative for additional vehicles, or if you just aren't up for the hill. We would recommend this place 100% and hope to return soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023