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Mountain Melody is Your basecamp near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.

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A wooden porch with a bench, chairs, hanging lights, and a view of a forest.
A covered outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, a wicker basket, and a bench.
A modern kitchen with a wooden island, bar stools, and a ceiling fan.
A cabin with a wooden staircase leading to a porch, surrounded by autumn foliage.
A dog lying on a wooden floor in a room with a dining table, chairs, and a view through a glass door to an outdoor area.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Place, Tuckasegee River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Bryson City

This cabin places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Juney Whank Falls and Tom Branch Falls. The cabin includes a balcony, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
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What's nearby

  • Tuckasegee River - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Island Park - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • The Wild Fern - 6 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bryson City Brewing - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Mountain Melody is Your basecamp near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.

Location:
Easily accessible by any vehicles, the Mountain Melody cabin is ideal for someone looking to be secluded within the serenity of the mountains while still remaining close enough to access the wonderful shopping and dining that downtown Bryson City has to offer. This cabin is located just minutes away from the Deep Creek Entrance of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, where you can enjoy a plethora of activities, including tubing down the creek during the summer months, or take a hike any time of year on one of the many trails that weave throughout the national park, and take you by beautiful scenic waterfalls. Whether you're looking for the a quiet hike within the Smoky Mountains National Park, or the thrill and adventure of zip lining and white water rafting in the Nantahala Gorge, endless mountain adventures are just a short drive away from you when you stay at Mountain Melody.

Access road:
Cars and most all vehicles. The roads to this cabin are not considered 'Motorcycle Friendly'.

Exterior:
This is a singular level cabin with just a small set of stairs to climb on the porch leading to the entry way door. There are two screened in porches furnished with rocking chairs and tables for you to kick back and enjoy the tranquil sounds of the mountains that surround you. This cabin has a wonderful and unique and spacious backyard that is equipped with a gas grill, and outside table for tasty al fresco dining and plenty of bench seating surrounding the fire pit.

Entry level:
Mountain Melody is a quaint two bedroom cabin designed with a spacious railroad style layout. Its charming decor and luxury amenities makes it the perfect basecamp for your Smoky Mountains vacation! This cabin has two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and the other with a set of bunk beds with twin size bed over full. The bedrooms are separated by a jack and jill style shared bathroom between the two rooms. Enjoy preparing meals in the modern kitchen with beautiful stainless steel appliances, granite counter tops, and breezy open cabinetry. Pull up a chair at the breakfast bar or enjoy your meal at the charming dining room table located adjacent to the kitchen. There are ample seating areas for you to enjoy all throughout the cabin.

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Pet Policy:
This cabin is PET FRIENDLY. If you are bringing a pet along for your visit, there are maximum pet restrictions set by the individual cabin owners, so be sure to inquire what the restrictions may be for your cabin if you are planning to bring more than one pet with you. Please read our House Rules for more information and specifics about our Pet 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.
The cabin features a balcony or patio and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a microwave, and a dishwasher. Bathrooms are shared.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1.5 shared bathrooms

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony/patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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
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Rules

Dogs welcome! A $95 pet fee is required per stay. Restrictions & rules apply — contact us for the full pet policy.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: $95 Pet Fee

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 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.
  • 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 deadbolt lock.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Your Basecamp Near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park
6916

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do within easy reach of this cabin?

This cabin is located in Bryson City, close to Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, Smokey Mountain Trains Museum, and Smoky Mountain Country Club. You'll also find Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Nantahala National Forest within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Mountain Melody is Your basecamp near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.?

No, there isn't parking at this cabin.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What do couples enjoy most about Mountain Melody is Your basecamp near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.?

Couples staying at this cabin will value amenities like video games, video games in some cabins, as well as a firepit.

Are there hot tubs at Mountain Melody is Your basecamp near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cabin.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Are there connecting rooms at Mountain Melody is Your basecamp near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this cabin.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Mountain Melody is Your basecamp near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.?

Yes, every cabin at Mountain Melody is Your basecamp near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. comes with a balcony/patio.

Mountain Melody is Your basecamp near the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice house had every thing we needed. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Copper family trip

Had a great time, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful gem

Really nice place in a convenient location for hiking and exploring the city as well as the surrounding areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exactly what we were looking for!

We were having a girl’s weekend and were looking for a wooded cabin that was still close to good food and this is the perfect place! Had to take off for some leaves in the made bed when we got there but otherwise this cabin was truly perfect. It had everything you can think of in the kitchen and only mins away from the Deep Creek trailhead.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend getaway

We came to Bryson City for the first time to trout fish and ride the train. We had a great time doing both. Usually, we are ready to go home, however our cabin was so cozy that we were wishing we could stay longer. The check in/out process was so easy, cabin was clean and neat. We had a visitor the day we arrived, that stole the dog food from the porch, (we found the empty bag in the driveway), but we still had a great time and can’t wait to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Mountain Medley

Property was nice but a few improvements needed. Outside table and chairs at fire pit are falling apart and need to be replaced, cannot be sat in. Lights around bench at fire pit did not work. Screen porch had spider webs that needed to be removed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

What a great place to stay if you can't find a place right in town; the drive into Bryson City only took about 5 minutes. The accommodations were great though we were a little unprepared for the steepness of the driveway - not that it was a big problem getting into. Loved the setup of the house - Jack and Jill shower was separate from the half baths located in each room which was convenient. Washer and dryer located right in front of the shower which I thought was a perfect place, The coffee maker was broken but management replaced it right away with a brand new one - I appreciated the quick response. The house was also clean and welcoming. As a surprise bonus, it's also located less than 5 minutes from the entrance to Deep Creek, a beautiful spot in the GSMNP, of which I was unaware at the time of booking. Bring your tubes and float down that river, or take the short hike to the waterfall. We really enjoyed our stay . . . great place for 3 adults and 2 kids under age 10! I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Quiet, clean, peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

My first visit to the Smokies

My first visit to the Smokies Was with my adult daughter for a long weekend at this wonderful cabin. We had a lot of adventures white water rafting, hiking, horseback riding. All were exhilarating! The cabin is awesome And is absolutely perfect for a family. Highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Deep Creek Vacation

We are so happy to have found this cabin so close to Deep Creek. Perfect location to kick back and relax. Tubing and picnic at Deep Creek was a blast for our 5 yo. House is perfect fit for our little family and had everything we needed for the week. Can’t wait to book this cabin again for our next visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Great place to stay! Our stay was very peaceful. The cabin had everything we needed. The screened porches were a very nice feature. Would love to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice and quiet

Very clean place. Close to town yet far enough no noise or traffic. Was great fire pit and grill. Very peaceful and quiet what wanted. Will definitely go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!!

Great, clean place in a beautiful area. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Electrical issues

Cabin is very appealing in many ways and just as pictured, location is very good too. Unfortunately, cannot recommend unless you can verify that electrical issues have been addressed. Upon check-in we turned on the new stove and soon discovered that the old outlet it was plugged into was inadequate, and the stove simply would not work. This was a Friday evening when we were looking forward to making dinner, so very unfortunate. Maintenance crew did deliver us a counter-top convection oven late that night. We checked out Sunday morning and never heard anything more from management despite multiple requests for a call-back. Also, there is an extremely bright light on the ceiling of the shared shower/laundry room that is not controlled by any switch - can only be turned off at the breaker panel which is in the bedroom with bunk-beds. Unfortunately turning it off at the breaker also cuts the electric to the private half-baths in both bedrooms. But leaving it on means light will sleep into both bedrooms around sliding doors. Would recommend this cabin if you can confirm electric has been upgraded, but not otherwise.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely smoky mountain getaway

Our family of five loved this perfect little cabin. Clean, cute, well appointed, and in a perfect location. Bryson city is a lovely little town and the cabin was peaceful and perfect. Those screen porches are perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021