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HOT TUB, Swimming/Fishing Lake, Mountain Views The Happy Appalachian

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Property grounds
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a staircase.
A room with a high ceiling, a large triangular window, and a view of trees outside.
A wooden house with a porch and a staircase leading to a deck.
A cozy living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden staircase, and a kitchen area.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Robbinsville, NC
  • Place, Fontana Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Almond

This vacation home places you next to Nantahala National Forest and within 2 miles (3 km) of Fontana Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 22 min drive - 18.9 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 22 min drive - 18.9 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 26 min drive - 21.8 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 36 min drive - 32.7 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪River's End Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dancing Bear Sweetery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Kallistos - ‬12 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.

HOT TUB, Swimming/Fishing Lake, Mountain Views The Happy Appalachian

The Happy Appalachian mountain cabin on Birch Trail is overlooking Tobacco Branch Valley and a beautiful mountain lake. Take in the view from the deck or enjoy a wood burning fire or a soak in the hot tub while relaxing from the day’s adventure. It is only minutes to Lake Fontana, Nantahala whitewater rafting, Tsali mountain bike trail system, Cataloochee Ski Area, the famous Dragons Tail motorway, Harrah’s Casino, Smoky Mountain National Park and the quaint mountain town of Bryson City.

This Tobacco branch retreat has 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths with all the amenities you need to feel right at home, including a full kitchen and a gas grill. Three TVs and an XBox One with several games for all ages are perfect for relaxing day in. Rental includes access to the community lake with dock and pavilion, excellent for fishing and swimming.

The owners of the Happy Appalachian welcome bikers, however there is about 1/4 of a mile of gravel road, with an incline, to get to the cabin. In addition, the paved driveway is fairly steep.

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Bryson City 20 min
Dragon’s Tail 15 min
Tsali trail system 5 min
Nantahala Whitewater 15 min
Great Smoky Mtns. Nat. Park 20 min
Cherokee/Harrah’s Casino 30 min
Smoky Mountain Railway 15 min
Catahoochee Ski area 30 min
Panther Creek trout pond and hiking less than 1 mile
Lake Fontana less than 1 mile

****NOTE: WE USE EXTERIOR CAMERAS FOCUSED ON THE DRIVEWAY AND FRONT ENTRANCE FOR THE SAFETY OF OUR TENANTS AND THEIR GUESTS****
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. 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

  • Limited onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
Driving? This property offers limited parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Almond, just steps from Nantahala National Forest. Fontana Lake is also within a driving distance of 1.6 mi.

Will I be able to park at HOT TUB, Swimming/Fishing Lake, Mountain Views The Happy Appalachian?

Yes, though parking is limited parking.

Is this vacation home adjacent 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 do couples enjoy most about HOT TUB, Swimming/Fishing Lake, Mountain Views The Happy Appalachian?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this vacation home, including a fireplace and a smart TV in each house, and some feature lake view.

Does HOT TUB, Swimming/Fishing Lake, Mountain Views The Happy Appalachian have a hot tub?

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

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

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.

Does HOT TUB, Swimming/Fishing Lake, Mountain Views The Happy Appalachian have connecting rooms available?

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

Can I book a room with a balcony at HOT TUB, Swimming/Fishing Lake, Mountain Views The Happy Appalachian?

Yes, every house at HOT TUB, Swimming/Fishing Lake, Mountain Views The Happy Appalachian comes with a patio and some offer lake and mountain views.

HOT TUB, Swimming/Fishing Lake, Mountain Views The Happy Appalachian Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 83 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Jon J.

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

Mountain getaway

Property was clean and comfortable. Enjoyed the many things to do nearby!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jordan B.

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

Valentines vacation

Wonderful vacation spot ! Not too far out there but far enough to get that secluded comfort feeling! Will be visiting again in the future !
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

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

Lots of fun

Wonderful place. With lots to do inside and out the lake was great with lots of fish and the kids enjoyed the hot tub.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brenda L.

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

Bryson City vacation

Peaceful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Doyle K.

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

Beautiful MTN getaway

We really enjoyed our stay and things were as shown and advertised. Enjoyed the quiet neighborhood. The home was nice and would definitely stay again. Enjoyed the grill, fireplace, and hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justin J.

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

Excellent place

It was cold nice and it snowed well it flurried for 2 days was awesome just wish I felt better to enjoy everything
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bk L.

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

Smokies

Very nice home. The owner Brooke was very helpful and responded promptly. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheila H.

Great!!

The cabin was amazing! Great place for family! Just minutes away from the Smoky Mountains. Loved it. Already planning our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

tamara w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 5 enjoyed our stay here! Cozy home, well apportioned and nicely decorated. New decks and new hot tub. Having access to the fishing/swimming pond was a bonus. Host promptly attentive to all communications. Pay attention to description of driveway - it is steep!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Relaxing Getaway

We had a lovely stay. The cabin was close to everything we wanted to see. We took advantage of all there was to do in the short week we were there. Smoky Mtn Railroad Moonshine train, ziplining at Nantahala Gorge and boat rental at Almond Marina. We loved the hot tub at the cabin and relaxing top deck. Driveway a little tricky.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wanyu Y.

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

Beautiful mountain retreat!

My roommates, partner, & I had the pleasure of staying at this cabin for a short weekend getaway while attending the Classic Hondas on the Dragon event earlier this month & I wish every day since then that I could be back there! The rooms were coz & we loved the amenities (hot tub & propane fire table for s'mores) & enjoyed the common areas a great deal. Brooke, the host, was incredibly kind & communicative throughout & before our stay about any information we needed & I truly appreciated it so much! Hopefully, we'll be able to book again for next year's trip 😉
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mark S.

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

It is a nice quite place. Bathrooms are small.

Nice little place in the mountain. Bathrooms are small. Toilets on all bathrooms sit very low. They are some wasp nests outside that need to be taken care of too...The male neighbor next door is NOT courtesy at all and is not friendly too.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Dana S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hot tub was okay, we had to add water, it was so low. The cabin was cute, old for sure, but definitely needs a cleaning. There were spiders webs everywhere. The last morning a spider crawled across my husband's face while still laying in the bed. Investigated, the whole under the bed,spider webs galore! Same in windows.The washing machine doesn't work, either. Overall was an okay experience. We made due and made it work.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Darrell H.

Liked: Communication

3 Night Stay

Our stay started out with not being able to get into the cabin because of a lock malfunction, but once inside we found a pretty nice little cabin although not the cleanest we have visited in the past, it has issues that needs to be addressed like some pretty week looking boards on the deck, grill has to be light by hand, no ac in the living room area, not enough bathroom supplies, no dish towels or dish clothes that we found, had a couple bathroom flushing issues, could not get the washer to work, it filled with water but that's all it would do. I rate the cabin itself a 8 out of ten and the amenities maybe a 6 out of ten, although we had a great time just visiting with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Sheree J.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Police women get away

I was very disappointed in the cabin it was nothing that I seen on line. We are all police women you gets away once a year to the mountains. We try to stay in different areas each year. The parking was horrible, when trying to get luggage in. It was a lot smaller than we thought it would be. And there was not enough toilet paper for 6 females!! But we made the best of it. Thanks for sharing your space with us. !!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Esther C.

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

Not bad, but has little issues

The house was gorgeous, and a great location! However, the house had a musty smell on arrival, the coffee pot needs to be replaced, the grill turn on switch was not working, the Wi-Fi password was different than the one provided, no cabin book to reference, not really any views due to the beautiful trees, and the neighbors were very unfriendly. Make sure you have four wheel drive for the driveway. Getting in and out was questionable the first day, but easier to achieve after the initial shock…lol. Overall the stay was amazing! The hot tub and fishing at the private lake was an enjoyable treat, and the views to all the locations were absolutely stunning!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Ann Marie M.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Mountain Vacation

It was just lovely being in the mountains and having such nice views of the lake. I had no response from the contact person after repeated tries (messaged and called). The home is in general disrepair … screens broke or torn, carpet old, deck boards starting to rot, windows dirty, leaky sinks, toilet kept running after flush, dryer didn’t work, hot tub felt slimy …. it’s really too bad because it’s such a great location … so close to all the most beautiful places on earth.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerry D.

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

Peaceful and fun family time

The Happy Appalachian was just what we were looking for. It was peaceful, relaxing and restful. My kids enjoyed fishing and swimming in the private lake. The neighbors that we ran into were very, very welcoming and friendly. There was plenty of space for our family of 6 to spread out. The hot tub was lovely. Several of the reviews mentioned that the cabin was in need of a good cleaning. We thought the cabin was as expected for a rustic cabin on a dirt road. All of the appliances worked for us as well. The cabin was about 40 minutes from the southern end of Smoky Mountain NP. We were surprised by the distance but very grateful for the peaceful area especially after driving through the craziness of Gatlinburg. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Joe B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Not satisfied

Property was very dirty. I spent more time fixing things to manage for the week. Dryer didn't work, light fixtures didn't work. Was not satisfied at all
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Sarah H.

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

Rustic mountain hime

This rustic home in the woods had plenty of space for our family of six. We loved reading out on the deck, and my husband caught several fish in the pond below. The hot tub was nice, and there is a washer and dryer in the attached garage. The narrow gravel roads and steep driveway were a little tricky, but we managed with a minivan. We did have an issue that came up with the house (due to previous tenants not following the rules.) Brooke was quick to respond and work out a solution that we found satisfactory. This house has games, books, movies, and a guitar as well as dishes and cookware. If you're staying more than a weekend, you'll want to bring extra toilet paper and soap.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Juanita P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Long weekend with friends

This home was the perfect size for our weekend with another couple, and the location was great. The property has so much potential that doesn’t seem to be taken advantage of. Upon arrival, we had issues with the door lock, when I contacted the host about my husband replacing it, she was contacting the property manager, and we never heard back. The house seemed clean enough, but there were cobwebs in lots of places, and lots of lightbulbs out, a leaky faucet in one bathroom, and several deck boards are rotting. The driveway offers it’s own challenges, especially with a friend with a bum knee… We did enjoy the view of the ducks in the pond. Would definitely not say we wouldn’t stay here again. Just wish the owners would bring this charming cottage up to its full potential!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Danielle C.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Could’ve been better

The location is great, we have stayed in this neighborhood before. Relaxing in the hot tub after long days of hiking was amazing! The cabin could use a good cleaning, some updating and new appliances. The dryer was not working when we were there. We reached out to the host through the app, phone calls & texts and received no response. We also called the local guy that was listed as a contact and he said he hasn’t worked on the property in 2-3 years. Not having a dryer for a week was not fun. There was no where to hang clothing and not many hangers. Because of the lack of response I cannot recommend this rental. Pros: Very quiet neighborhood Plenty of space for the family to hang out Bedroom and bathroom on every level New hot tub Cons: Needs a good spring cleaning Beds not the greatest Appliances need to be replaced This property is so close to being a top rental. It is decorated adorably, the couch is super comfy, the split space is awesome.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jeremy B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Not what was expected or paid for.

The cabin could be great. But very dirty upon arrival. I thought perhaps the handful of poor reviews were just people nitpicking as they sometimes do. However immediately noticed the beds had been slept in with all linens on the floor and dirty. It looks like it hasn’t been vacuumed in ages. There were dishes in the sink. There were food crumbs all over the floor in the kitchen. Found two cockroaches. Amongst many other bugs. When messaging them about the dirty linens to see where we could find clean ones so we could get to bed after our 12.5 hour drive, we never received a response from host. I give two stars because the property could be very nice. It’s a beautiful home in a beautiful quiet location in need of some real good TLC. But spending good money and getting shafted on a clean place is insane. I paid a cleaning fee for the filthiest place I have ever stayed. Hopefully the host gets it together and doesn’t continue pocketing renters cleaning fees and never cleaning a thing. I understand sometimes things come up and happen, but this level of not caring about guests and cleanliness is unacceptable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

JT H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Bathroom's need updating.Towlets were low and flush slow. Parking was tearable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Colin B.

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

Great Cabin in the Mountains

Everything is as described it's a very nice location in the mountains of North Carolina. It is an older house and you can tell but it's great condition. The hot tub is very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022