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Stargazer - Free Train Tix + Modern-Rustic Cabin

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A log cabin with a wooden deck and large windows, surrounded by trees. - Stargazer - Free Train Tix + Modern-Rustic Cabin (Bryson City)
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a dining area, and a seating area. - Stargazer - Free Train Tix + Modern-Rustic Cabin (Bryson City)
A wooden cabin bedroom with a rustic bed, a nightstand, and a window with curtains. - Stargazer - Free Train Tix + Modern-Rustic Cabin (Bryson City)
A wooden deck with a stone fireplace and a hot tub. - Stargazer - Free Train Tix + Modern-Rustic Cabin (Bryson City)
A kitchen with wooden walls, dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a granite countertop. - Stargazer - Free Train Tix + Modern-Rustic Cabin (Bryson City)
Escape to this hand-crafted log cabin nestled in the heart of nature. Enjoy free daily admissions worth $250 to top attractions like the Biltmore and Smoky Mountain Railroad, plus rafting and jeep excursions. This pet-friendly retreat features a spacious great room with stone fireplace, upgraded kitchen with granite counters, modern-rustic decor, bookshelf stereo system with Smart TV.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Stargazer - Free Train Tix + Modern-Rustic Cabin

  • Free Activities Included Every Day! To enhance your vacation experience, free admissions are included every day of your stay to some of the most popular attractions the area has to offer such as the Biltmore, Smoky Mountain Railroad, white water rafting, jeep excursions, and more! Daily value of $250.

    Cabin is pet friendly – Pet Fees Apply.

    This cabin is a popular honeymoon destination or a quick rafting/biking getaway (just minutes to Tsali or the NOC). The sleeper-sofa adds the opportunity for a second couple to enjoy this spacious, hand-crafted, log cabin with you.

    Kitchen

    Your kitchen features upgraded cabinets, granite counters, and all new appliances including dishwasher, microwave, and coffee maker. We also provide you with all the dishes, utensils and cooking tools you'll need. A gas grill is provided for BBQ connoisseurs (full propane tank included).

    Great Room
    The great room features a large living and dining area with a table suitable for seating 4. The modern-rustic decor features a leather sofa(*), hardwood floors, and a stone, gas-log fireplace that neighbors this room's giant front windows. The hand-crafted logs are exposed to accent the overhead trusses and fascinating design work of this post-and-beam log structure. There is a bookshelf stereo system complete with CD/DVD player and Smart TV.

    Sleeping Accommodations
    All our cabins feature both down and foam pillows as well as down comforters. The bed has a pillow-top mattress and luxury, all-cotton linens. Ralph Lauren bath towels are provided for the base number of occupancy (2 in this cabin) with additional towels for hot tub use. Linens and towels for guests utilizing the sofabed (yes, it is a king-sized sofabed) for sleeping are provided for when occupancy is greater than 2, but use of these linens when occupancy doesn't warrant it may result in additional charges as defined on our reservations page.

    Single Floor
    1 bedroom with double doors opening to the great room. The bedroom features a king bed and Smart TV. There is a large slate shower stall with dual shower heads in the bathroom and a washer/dryer.

    All bookings are subject to local restrictions in place at the time of the stay. We may not be allowed to accommodate all bookings that are made if local rules change after you make a booking. We make every effort to communicate current, local rules and any changes to them.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

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

Rules

No house parties ever. Max occupancy is strictly enforced. If Max occupancy is exceeded, there is additional charge of $20 per night per person.
Smoking is permitted only outside on decks, and please respect that the the Smoky Mountains are flammable, so do not toss butts, ever.
Some homes are pet friendly for up to 2 dogs with additional fee of $15 per pet per day. contact host for details.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: per House Rules, dogs only, $15/day/pet fee

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
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 first aid kit
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

About the area

Located in Bryson City, this cabin is on a river. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Bryson City Gem Mine and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling. Visit our Bryson City travel guide
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • A river winding through a mountainous landscape with autumn foliage.
    Fontana Lake
    6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • A flowing river with rocks and a waterfall in a forested area.
    Nantahala River
    6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Swain County Park
    11 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Pincu Pottery
    11 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Bryson City Gem Mine
    12 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
    142 min drive

Restaurants

  • River's End Restaurant
    15 min drive
  • Kallistos
    10 min drive
  • Cardinal Coffee
    9 min drive
  • Raft Guide Club
    11 min drive
  • BBQ Shack
    17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stargazer - Free Train Tix + Modern-Rustic Cabin pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stargazer - Free Train Tix + Modern-Rustic Cabin?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stargazer - Free Train Tix + Modern-Rustic Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stargazer - Free Train Tix + Modern-Rustic Cabin located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Swain County Park and Pincu Pottery. Bryson City Gem Mine and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Stargazer - Free Train Tix + Modern-Rustic Cabin Reviews

Reviews

Wonderful

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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

8.4

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Jennifer H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a very beautiful cabin with great views. I would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Geoffrey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I have come here a few times in the last 15-16 years and have always enjoyed this cabin. It is starting to show its age a bit. It nothing that cannot be fixed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beau E.

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

Cabin getaway

Loved the cabin. Great for a couple's getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Y.

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

Nice cabin

Cute and very comfortable cabin
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Earl D.

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

In the mountains

Nice location. Property could use some minor repairs but overall, it was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex M.

Beautiful and peaceful.

Well appointed property with lots of character and charm. Wish I owned it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Amborambo F.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
The name is rather deceptive, it may have been a stargazer location when it was first built but the tree growth since then keeps the sky obstructed. I almost didn’t recognize the cabin because of how different it looks from the pictures provide. That is due to normal discoloration and the trees that surround it. The floors were never swept or mopped after the last visitors and I had to clean them shortly after arrival. When the property manager got back to me asking if I wanted the cleaners to come the next morning I had already cleaned it myself. There was cereal and what looked like dog food shut up in the pull out couch bed. We did enjoy the outside fireplace and hot tub but I was really looking forward to seeing the stars while relaxing in the hot tub but was sadly disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jaime N.

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

please do repairs

If you would focus on updating this cabin, it would be incredible! The sliding glass door latch/lock is broken, there aren’t any extra blankets, the microwave face is taped on, the oven handle is broken, the hot tub is broken, and people need to be warned that the 2+ mile driveway up to the cabin is dangerous.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Maryann P.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Could have been a nice place to stay…

The correct entry location was never mentioned on any correspondence, so we spent 10 minutes trying to get in the wrong door. Upon entering there wasn’t any AC on and the hot house wreaked like dog urine. The crew cleaned but clearly missed the dog urine on the dining table leg or the desk and rug in the bedroom. AC was broken for 3 days before it was fixed. This clearly was a beautiful home but it has fallen into a lack of care and disrepair. While decorated nicely, some of the appliances, rugs and furniture are very worn and smell. The living room recliner had a big urine stain on the leather seat. The kitchen smelled of onion and the dishwasher like fish! I had to clean the cutting board and run the dishwasher to get rid of the smell. The condition of the outdoors and furniture did not resembled the photos, sadly. The furniture had peeling stain. The railings near the kitchen deck were rotten to the point of being dangerous. The photos shown make it look like a new cabin when in fact it’s 15 years old. It looked haunted upon arrival. Be aware the steep road is not conducive to cold weather travel /sub freezing weather. I was so hoping to have a great time, but there are too many negative factors to be a good rental. A major detail house cleaning and some updating is badly needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Anne N.

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

30th anniversary trip

We had a great time, enjoyed the hot tub and the outdoor fireplace which unlike the current listing states is working.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia M.

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

Great place for two

This was a great cabin for us to celebrate our first anniversary
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

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

Great mountain getaway

Lovely relaxing property. No Mountain View’s in the summer but very secluded and quiet. Beautiful clean cozy cabin. Outside could use a pressure was and windows clean to enhance the place a tad. Overall a fantastic experience in a great area. Watershed was more than helpful and very friendly.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

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

Home away from home

My wife and I had a great, peaceful, relaxing time. We didn't want to leave. The Stargazer cabin was the best. It felt like home. It was just the right distance away from civilization. Relatively close to Cherokee, Bryson City, and the Great Smokey Mountains National Park. Very nice and convenient. Dealing with the booking and the property manager was seamless and very pleasant. We look forward to returning to the Stargazer Cabin as soon as we can.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rebecca M.

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

Great stay at Stargazer

Overall, our stay was great! Beautiful property and lived the secluded, quiet location. This side of the Smokeys is so much nicer. The only thing that could improve was some condition issues. The sliding doors need some work, the outdoor fireplace didn't work and the hot tub couldn't be run with the jets in because the power kept tripping when we ran it. They did try to address it, but never worked properly. Still a great place.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

White Christmas

The property and surrounding nature setting was peaceful and splendid. We got snow just hours after hiking in 50+ degree weather. The entire experience was fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mariana H.

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

Scary roads to get there, but worth the fright

Beautiful cabin, well appointed. Wonderful shower, cozy gas fireplace inside, lovely relaxing hot tub. Deck wraps around the house and is secure enough to let your dog run around on it. The road to the cabin is slightly treacherous, very narrow with blind turns. No guard rails, quite scary at night. Would not visit in winter due to road and driveway(quite steep needs new gravel)
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Stargazer review

My boyfriend and I had an amazing week staying at this home. It was beautiful, clean and so cozy. Very private as well. The only thing we thought we were going to have, Which we did not, was a gorgeous view of the mountains. Maybe it was because the trees were full-not bare like in the winter. But the trees completely blocked any and all views. Great for privacy but not the view we were really hoping for. Besides that-it was great.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Spectacular

Went for a romantic getaway. This cabin is breathtaking. My partner has never been in the mountains nor seen a waterfall so he was just amazed after the beauty. The cabin has an outdoor fireplace that was fantastic. We will be going back:) Thanks Stargazer:)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

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

Perfect place for a couple or small family

Comfortable, well stocked, clean cabin. We loved the double shower, outside fireplace and the extremely comfortable bed! We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

Perfect Getaway House for Two

We liked our stay at Stargazer. Everything there makes you feel home. All new appliances in the kitchen, large bed, nice large deck. Our dog liked it too. The only suggestion is to affix the shower curtain rod. It fell couple times and we noticed round marks on the jamb, looks like people, who stayed there before us had the same issue and tried to put the rod back. We hope to come back to Stargazer! Victoria, Nick and our dog Luke.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018
Archival

8/10 Good

Stacy S.

Very beautiful cabin. The lighting in the bathroom is not very good but the shower made up for it.

Loved the cabin & the area very peaceful & homey.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Stephen D.

Very very Beautiful Cabin

Couldn't have asked for a cleaner, spacious and more beautiful cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Nancy F.

What an amazing time!

This cabin is absolutely gorgeous. It was immaculately cleaned & decorated. Every convenience was thought of. We loved it so much that we didn't want to leave to go out to eat. We did all our cooking on the new stove and gas grill. The double shower was really unique! Loved the location of the hot tub, as well. The huge wrap around deck is extraordinary. We can't wait to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Subhadra C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024