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Shady Forest Cove Cute Little Cottage near Tsali Biking Trails & Fontana Lake

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Almond, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fontana Lake
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Almond

This vacation home places you next to Nantahala National Forest and within a 10-minute drive of Swain County Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Fontana Lake - 2 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 16 min drive - 14.9 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 20 min drive - 17.9 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 31 min drive - 28.8 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪River's End Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Bear Sweetery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Kallistos - ‬5 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.

Shady Forest Cove Cute Little Cottage near Tsali Biking Trails & Fontana Lake

Cute, peaceful, and perfectly located for your mountain adventures. Shady Forest Cove is located in the Almond community, just west of Bryson City and close to the Nantahala River Gorge, Tsali Biking Trails, and Fontana Lake.

This adorable little cottage features two bedrooms and one bath. The highlight of the home is the outdoor space. With a lovely screened in porch, you are able to sit back and enjoy the mountain air. It also has a nice open air outdoor space with ample seating and gas grill. Inside has been set up with love and care to make sure all travelers feel like home. The living area features comfortable living space with gas log fireplace, flat screen tv with Youtube TV and other streaming services and wireless internet. The kitchen is fully stocked and has an eat in bar and large dining table, so if you don't feel like going out, you can always stay in and enjoy a meal right at the house. The sleeping arrangements include two bedrooms, one with a queen sized bed, the other featuring two twins. There is a central bathroom with tub/shower combo and stacked washer/dryer.

This home is conveniently located just off of Hwy 28 N, which is about 10 minutes west of Bryson City. It's the perfect spot if you'd like to go kayaking, paddleboarding, canoeing, swimming, or mountain biking, as Fontana Lake access and Tsali Biking Trails are just around the corner. It is also located closely to the Nanatahala River Gorge where you can find whitewater kayaking, ziplining, and horseback riding. Downtown Bryson City is just a 10 minute drive, where you will find the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, Deep Creek access to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, and many local shops, restaurants, and breweries
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Cycling 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)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • This property doesn't allow children

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

1018703

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Almond, just steps from Nantahala National Forest. You'll also find Fontana Lake and Tuckasegee River within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Shady Forest Cove Cute Little Cottage near Tsali Biking Trails & Fontana Lake?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Shady Forest Cove Cute Little Cottage near Tsali Biking Trails & Fontana Lake?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Shady Forest Cove Cute Little Cottage near Tsali Biking Trails & Fontana Lake?

No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at Shady Forest Cove Cute Little Cottage near Tsali Biking Trails & Fontana Lake?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Shady Forest Cove Cute Little Cottage near Tsali Biking Trails & Fontana Lake?

Yes, every house at Shady Forest Cove Cute Little Cottage near Tsali Biking Trails & Fontana Lake comes with a balcony.

Shady Forest Cove Cute Little Cottage near Tsali Biking Trails & Fontana Lake Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cabin feeling with all the amenities of home. Has hot tub but kid friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun getaway!

My mother and I had a wonderful weekend in this beautiful little cabin.Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Romantic Getaway

This cabin was pretty perfect for us as a couple. Lots of kitchen supplies for cooking, nice private hot tub and porch, and clean and comfortable beds. This cabin is in a small alcove off of the Main Street so you aren’t visible to the average eye but there are 3 other homes located in shady cove if you are looking for 100% surrounded by trees. Would totally stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place to be stuck inside...

Since it rained almost our entire vacation, this was the perfect place to be stuck inside. It has the perfect covered porch to sit while it is raining so you aren't actually stuck indoors all the time, not to mention the hot tub is covered as well. The decorative furniture and lights really made the porch inviting. Inside, the house was super clean! The bed in the master bedroom was very comfortable. The hot water was actually hot. The sofa was very comfortable plus the blankets were very soft to cuddle up with while watching a movie. Internet was touchy but it was storming in the mountains so, I expected this. Loved it, would stay again! ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage

We had a little trouble finding this place. GPS didn’t recognize the address but we found some help at the local post office. The place was very clean and quiet. There were a couple of other houses around but no one staying in them during our visit. Thankful for that because we wanted all the privacy! The only issue we had was the hot tub not being warm enough. The heater stopped working on the 2nd night of being there. We chose this place mainly for the hot tub so we were kinda bummed about that. The beds were comfy, nice soft throws and towels. The whole place felt like a warm mtn hug! We hated to leave and hope to book again soon! Hopefully the hot tub will be hot next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An awesome getaway

Very nice private and super clean! Hot tub was amazing. Super comfortable setting and awesome beds! Everything you could ask for!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

Great location and cozy and comfortable place . We really enjoyed our stay. Nicely decorated for the holidays!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Must Go Place!

Loved our time here! 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet get away

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

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