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Mountain View Retreat/2BR Log Home Apt w/Private Dining Deck & BBQ/Massage

Mountain View Retreat/2BR Log Home Apt w/Private Dining Deck & BBQ/Massage provides a garden and more. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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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.

Mountain View Retreat/2BR Log Home Apt w/Private Dining Deck & BBQ/Massage

---Your Mountain Retreat Awaits—Peaceful, Scenic, and Close to Everything!

Welcome to Crystalsnest, a warm and inviting 2BR/1BA private apartment nestled beneath our stunning Jim Barna log cabin in the heart of the Smokies. Set on 2 peaceful acres with a panoramic mountain view, this cozy retreat is perfect for families, weekenders, WCU visitors, or anyone craving a little mountain magic.

---Sleeps up to 5 comfortably

King bedroom.

Queen bedroom.

Pull-out sofa in spacious living room.

---Your Own Private Deck with Epic Views
Step out onto your exclusive guest deck for morning coffee with the clouds nestled in the valley, or grill dinner at sunset as the sky turns lavender and gold. You’ll have your own BBQ, dining table, fire pit, and open space to relax—it’s all yours.

---Fully Stocked Kitchen + Dining for 8
The kitchen is ready for family meals or lazy breakfasts: full-size fridge, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, drip coffee + Keurig, cookware, glassware, and more. The handcrafted cherry table seats 8, plus bar seating for two.

---Game Night or Movie Night? You Choose.
Wind down with board games (Scrabble, Battleship, Uno, and more) or enjoy hundreds of channels—including HBO and streaming—on the large LED smart TV. There’s also a Blu-ray player and retro Nintendo GameCube for old-school fun.

---Extras You’ll Love

Fast, reliable Starlink WiFi

Plush towels & linens

Peaceful, quiet neighborhood

Massage discounts available from the owner (licensed therapist!)

Impeccably clean, fully furnished, thoughtfully stocked

---Perfect Base for Exploring Western NC

5 min → Charming downtown Dillsboro

8 min → Historic Sylva

12 min → Western Carolina University

20 min → Cherokee / Harrah’s Casino

20 min → Waynesville

30 min → Maggie Valley Skiing

45 min → Asheville

Easy access to hiking, rafting, tubing, ziplines & all the mountain adventure you can handle.

---Booking Details

2-night minimum through September

3-night minimum in October (leaf season)

Game weekends & holidays book fast—secure your dates early

One-time cleaning fee: $75

Property amenities

Beach

Beach loungers
Beach towels

Ski

Close to skiing
Ski lift privileges
Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

Massage

Internet

Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

Car recommended
Parking on site

Kitchen

Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Living room
Separate dining area

Entertainment

DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Video games

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundromat nearby

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property
Note from host: Outside smoking is fine.

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

In the city centre
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

Billiards/pool table
Optional golf privileges
Ski lift privileges
Snow sports gear
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby

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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Garden
Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: Great for families!

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

As long as it cleared with the owners.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Outside smoking is fine.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10

Note from host: As long as it cleared with the owners.

Long-term renters welcome

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 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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Located in Sylva, this cabin is in the city centre and in the mountains. Jackson County Historic Courthouse and Cowee Mountain Ruby Mine are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Tuckasegee River. Country Side Bowling Lanes and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Sylva, NC

What's nearby

Tuckasegee River - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
Southwestern Community College - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
Western Carolina University - 16 min drive - 8.1 km
Harris Regional Hospital - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 32 min drive - 36.7 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
‪Courtyard Dining Hall - ‬15 min drive
‪Cook Out - ‬13 min drive
‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬13 min drive
‪Which Wich? - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain View Retreat/2BR Log Home Apt w/Private Dining Deck & BBQ/Massage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain View Retreat/2BR Log Home Apt w/Private Dining Deck & BBQ/Massage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain View Retreat/2BR Log Home Apt w/Private Dining Deck & BBQ/Massage?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Mountain View Retreat/2BR Log Home Apt w/Private Dining Deck & BBQ/Massage located?

Located in the heart of Sylva, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tuckasegee River and Oaks Gallery. Southwestern Community College and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are also within 9 miles (15 km).