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Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Pets Welcome - Firefly Haven Creekside Cabin Near Bryson City

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Firefly Haven Creekside Lodge offers a serene escape on 9 acres of forested beauty. Enjoy the sounds of nature, unwind in the private hot tub or gather around the fireplace with your companions. A fully equipped kitchen and gas grill make mealtime easy while a washer and dryer ensure convenience.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Pets Welcome - Firefly Haven Creekside Cabin Near Bryson City

Firefly Haven is tucked away on 9 peaceful acres near Bryson City, this spacious yet cozy, pet-friendly mountain retreat offers the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. Just minutes from the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC), Tsali biking trails, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, and the Tail of the Dragon, you’re perfectly positioned to explore Western North Carolina.

After a day outdoors, unwind in the private hot tub, gather around the fire pit under the stars, or cozy up by the indoor gas fireplace. The large covered front porch features a dreamy bed swing and rocking chairs overlooking the forest and creek — perfect for slow mornings and golden-hour evenings.

This beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath mountain cottage comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests, offering plenty of room to spread out while still feeling intimate and inviting for couples.

🛏 Sleeping Layout

Main Level:
• Private bedroom with king bed
• Full bathroom (located on first floor)
• Sleeper sofa in living area

Upstairs Loft-Style Bedroom:
• 1 queen bed
• 2 twin beds
• Lounge space ideal for kids, friends, or an additional couple

The main level also includes two cozy living areas, a fully equipped kitchen, and a laundry room with washer and dryer.

Enjoy Smart TVs in every room, reliable high-speed Starlink WiFi, and a curated selection of board games for family nights or rainy mountain afternoons.

The private back porch features the hot tub — ideal after hiking, rafting, or scenic drives through the Smokies. Outside, enjoy grilling and evenings around the fire pit surrounded by trees and peaceful creek sounds.

Access is easy via mostly paved roads, and the driveway is suitable for all vehicles in all seasons — no 4WD required. There is ample parking for multiple vehicles and motorcycles, along with thoughtful privacy between neighboring cabins on the property.

Whether you’re visiting for rafting at the Nantahala Outdoor Center, biking Tsali, riding the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, or simply escaping to the mountains, this creekside retreat is the perfect Smoky Mountain basecamp.

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Pet Policy

Up to 2 pre-approved dogs welcome
$50 pet fee per stay
No puppies permitted
All pets must be disclosed and approved prior to arrival

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only please.

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

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total pets

Note from host: 2 Pets MAX, no puppies and must be preapproved

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking outside only please.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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 transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Almond, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Nantahala National Forest, while Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Pincu Pottery are cultural highlights. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging. Visit our Almond travel guide
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Almond, NC

What's nearby

  • Sunrise over Great Smoky Mountains National Park; Shutterstock ID 674191873; Purchase Order: -
    Fontana Lake
    4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Smoky Mountains Railroad Scenic Train, adjacent to the Tuckasegee River. It is a freight and heritage railroad in Western North Carolina
    Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    23 min drive - 29.3 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    27 min drive - 33.7 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    38 min drive - 50.1 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    23 min drive - 29.3 km

Restaurants

  • River's End Restaurant
    17 min drive
  • Cardinal Coffee
    11 min drive
  • Big Wesser BBQ & Brew
    17 min drive
  • Kallistos
    12 min drive
  • Yellow Branch Farm
    19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Pets Welcome - Firefly Haven Creekside Cabin Near Bryson City pet-friendly?

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

How much is parking at Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Pets Welcome - Firefly Haven Creekside Cabin Near Bryson City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Pets Welcome - Firefly Haven Creekside Cabin Near Bryson City?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Pets Welcome - Firefly Haven Creekside Cabin Near Bryson City?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Pets Welcome - Firefly Haven Creekside Cabin Near Bryson City located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Fontana Lake. Tuckasegee River and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Pets Welcome - Firefly Haven Creekside Cabin Near Bryson City Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 105 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This is my second stay at this location. Clean, stocked with essentials, and peaceful. Questions were answered quickly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Precious house. Love the swing bed on the porch while listening to the creek. The hot tub is great after a day exploring. The location is great too. Not too far from several towns no matter what you are looking for.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannie B.

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

Beautiful

The home was beautiful and the location was quiet. It was home away from home. Just a short drive to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

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

Getaway

It was amazing! Relaxing and just what a momma and daddy needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina S.

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

Lovely cabin

We love the location and try to come as much as we can. This is our first time in this cabin and it was great, comfortable beds, spacious and well equipped kitchen, but most of all, the bed swing and hot tub!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Quiet and beautiful

We loved the cottage and location to Bryson City!!! The porch swing is fabulous!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

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

Peaceful and Comfortable

Loved the sound of the brook as we enjoyed our morning coffee on the front porch's rocking chairs. In the evening, we relaxed in the crystal clean water of the hot tub. The downstairs bed was comfortable and the home was very clean. Close to Bryson City, white water rafting and the national park. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Cozy home Bryson City NC area

We had a great time. Home was well setup up for our stay. Very clean with extra blankets! Great communication and resources for visitors!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia H.

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

Relaxing cottage by the stream

We had a wonderful experience. This was a great location for visiting Bryson city. It wasn't too far off the main road, but far enough away to be very peaceful. The cottage was clean and quaint. We really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mike l.

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

Daughter Getaway

My daughters and I loved this property!! We took a spring break vacation and we could not have been happier with this home. The girls loved roaming around the property as much as hiking trails to waterfalls. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Weekend Getaway

We had stsyed at this cabin back in May of this year and we loved it so much we booked another short getaway in the fall. It's a quaint little cabin and is in a great location. 20 minutes from Bryson City and close enough to explore other nearby parks and towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

Firefly farm house

Fantastic property for adults or kids pet friendly hot tub fireplace and fire pit just quiet and peaceful 15 20 min. From great restaraunts activities from horse back riding to whitewater to playing and swimming in the lake hot tub. Great place for vacation a must see and do
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Quiet week with friends

Firefly Haven is a gem, nestled in a quiet and beautiful area. The property was very well kept, fully stocked and exceeded our expectations. Very comfortable. We will rent this property again next time we are in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith J.

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

Sweet Little Cabin

My family & I spent 3 nights in this lovely little cabin. It was cozy & decorated nicely for Christmas. Beds were nice & slept well. Kitchen had everything you would need. Home was clean & nicely furnished. Highly recommend, I'd definitely stay there again..........
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan D.

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

Well-appointed and comfortable cottage.

My husband and I enjoyed the calm, quiet atmosphere and the location convenient to hiking and other outdoor activities. Close enough to Bryson City to enjoy what the town has to offer. Did not make it to Cherokee this trip, but it's a short drive. Only complaint was some difficulty accessing my VRBO account online.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

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

Hosts thought of everything. Perfect place

Drive was nice to get there. Please take note Google maps will have you arriving at the wrong place. Please go by the directions Shelley has put on We arrived in 28 degree weather and were pleasantly surprised how comfortable the temperature was inside this beautiful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Almond getaway

Overall experience is very favorable. Very serene and peaceful and would stay here again. However the driveway and parking areas need to have some additional packed gravel put in place. Not everyone drives and SUV/pickup these days.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

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

Memorial Day weekend getaway

Cute private little cottage next to a mountain stream, dog friendly with a relaxing front porch perfect for relaxing and listening to the sounds of the birds and the mountain stream. If you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of life and relax this is the perfect place. There is a fire pit along the stream and a hot tub on the deck. Looks like there were 2 other tiny houses on the same property but they are far enough away that you don’t really see the other guests or you could rent all 3 places if you wanted to have multiple families.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette T.

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

Beautiful Mountain Cottage

The Firefly Haven was so beautiful and peaceful. About 20 minutes from Bryson City where you can visit all of the mountain excursions. There was a creek running through the property. My favorite part of the cottage was the bed swing on the front porch. We would sit there at night and listen to all of the bature sounds and the babbling of the creek. Wifi with multiple televisions so keep you entertained. A beauitful big kitchen with everything youd need to cook. Comfy couches and multiple sleeping areas. The stay was nice and the host was even better. Very eager to help and make sure we were taken care of on our trip. 10 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Quaint and cozy!

We enjoyed our stay in this cabin! The hot tub -and fireplace were perfect on a chilly night! Everything was clean and well-stocked. The Christmas decorations were a nice touch! We had two couples and a 7 year old, and the room arrangements were perfect for our group. It was a little inconvenient to have just one bathroom at times, but we knew that ahead of time. Those with mobility issues should be aware that the only bathroom is on the first floor, and most beds are on the second floor. Not a huge issue for us though. This is is very cute little place, and we would definitely consider staying here again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed your cottage! We did a lot of exploring the area the day we checked in, hiked up the road the next morning, relaxed in the hot tub, cooked out steaks, played Clue & watched the World Series! I camped out on the couch because steps in the middle of the night are no bueno! Only 2 suggestions---rails on the steps out front would help & the Clue game is missing some cards.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host was great, the house is charming and allowed our family of 4 to spread out. There is a tv in each room, the front porch bed swing, hot tub, we could recharge after spending all day together.
View from the firepit
From the large sectional
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Clean efficient everything we needed. Bear in the woods across the little creek. We have them around our house also.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Epic location, very secluded but easy to get in and out. Topoco, Tail of the dragon, Maggie Valley and Cherahola skyway. NOc for dinner. Home was very well equipped and comfortable. Host was excellent. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place is amazing. Very cozy, and off the beaten path. Still close to a grocery store and a convenience store. The host was amazing. Very fast response time when we had a small issue with the fireplace. They had someone there in less than. 20 minutes. I would definitely recommend this rental, and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025