Location:
Chimney Rock is located next to a picturesque mountain valley horse pasture that borders the Great Smoky Mountain National Park in Bryson City, NC. This beautiful corner of the Smoky Mountains is known as The Settlement at Thomas Divide. Guests staying at Chimney Rock can rent the use of a Horse Paddock for a small fee of $15 per night. Please visit the Thomas Divide page for more information if you would like to bring your Horse on your next vacation. The Thomas Divide Horse and Hiking Trails in the National Park are just a few minutes Horseback Ride from the pasture. A beautiful short scenic drive past the Thomas Divide trail head takes you to one of the most popular sections of the GSMNP known as Deep Creek.
This cabin is conveniently located less than 10 minutes from downtown Bryson City. Enjoy the local shops, restaurants, and breweries of this charming mountain town, or stop by and check out the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad train depot, all located in Bryson City. The Deep Creek entrance into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is also located just outside of Bryson City, packed with great hiking trails, 3 beautiful waterfalls, and during the Spring and Summer months, excellent tubing! The Harrahs Casino, Oconaluftee River hiking trails & tubing, the popular Mingo & Soco waterfalls, and the Sequoyah National Golf Course are all located about 15 minutes away in Cherokee, NC. You can also reach the Almond Boat Dock on Fontana Lake for some great swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, and canoeing options in about 20-25 minutes, Or you can experience the exhilaration of white-water rafting, zip lining, and other adventurous excursions out in the Nantahala Gorge located 30 minutes away.
Access road:
Cars and Most All vehicles. The roads to this cabin are not considered 'Motorcycle Friendly'.
Exterior:
Chimney Rock is a beautiful three level log cabin that sits peacefully tucked away into the mountain side. This cabin features two decks both with unique views of the forestry that surrounds you. The upper entry level deck is equipped with the hot tub, an outdoor bistro style dining table, and comfortable seating. The lower level deck is outfitted with even more seating for you to kick back and enjoy the pasture views below.
Entry level:
Walking through the front door of Chimney Rock you will immediately appreciate the thought and care that went into building this cabin. The open floor plan to the living room and kitchen gives you the inviting desire to come in and relax. The living room features a stunning river rock fire place that sits adjacent to futon and rocking chair seating options for your enjoyment that are perfect for you to curl up and read a book or watch the flat screen tv. The adjoining kitchen is outfitted with all the appliances, cookware, and utensils you will need to enjoy tasty meals during your visit. There is also bar top seating for four alongside the kitchen countertop. The master bedroom is found on the entry level and is furnished with a queen size bed and flat screen tv. There is an adjoining bathroom with a spacious walk in standing shower.
Loft:
The upper level features a spacious open loft with two full size beds.
Lower level:
The lower level houses a second living room with a plush futon for extra sleeping accommodations. Continuing through the lower level living room will take you into a hallway where you will find the third bedroom and a bathroom. The bedroom is furnished with a full size bed. On this lower level there is also access to the lower deck where you will find plenty of seating for you to soak in the natural beauty that surrounds you.
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Pet Policy:
This cabin is NOT pet friendly. Please see House Rules for more details about Non-Pet Friendly Cabin Policies.
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Wi-Fi Internet service is not guaranteed. This cabin is located in a remote area where securing reliable internet connectivity poses quite a challenge, which is why we unfortunately are not able to offer technical support should an issue arise. Additionally, as the Wi-Fi service is provided free of charge, we cannot offer refunds of any kind for service interruptions. If needed, we are always available to assist you in finding other options that provide free Wi-Fi internet to patrons.