'Bird's Nest' at Ela Camp: A Hidden Gem of Bryson!

Bryson City, North Carolina
$173 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
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Bath 1

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Sleep 2

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Night 1 nights

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Private Hot Tub | Steps to River | Central Location | Frequent Deer & Elk Sightings

If you're longing for a glamping experience, then opt for a stay at 'The Bird's Nest' in Ela Cabins! This community is hidden just a few miles outside of downtown Bryson City, where you can fish on the Tuckasegee River, stargaze around the fire pit, or relax inside a well-equipped 1-bedroom, 1-bath vacation rental. This abode is the perfect respite for a couple's retreat or small family getaway in the Smokies.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom: 1 king bed
- Living Room: 1 sleeper sofa

COMMUNITY AMENITIES
- Riverside pavilion dining area
- Charcoal grill, fire pit

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Covered porch, outdoor dining
- Spacious yard, mountain views
- Hot Tub

INDOOR LIVING
- Smart TV w/ cable, modern decor
- 4-person dining table, dishes & flatware
- Leather couches, open-floor plan

KITCHEN
- Electric stove, oven, microwave
- Drip coffee maker, blender, toaster
- Cooking basics

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central air conditioning & heating, ceiling fans
- Complimentary toiletries, linens & towels
- Washer & dryer

ACCESSIBILITY
- Exterior stairs required to enter, single-story property

PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)
- Overflow parking lot (first-come, first-served)
- Motorcycle parking available

ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS
- There are additional properties available on-site, each with separate nightly rates. If you would like to reserve multiple rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

- Located in the Ela Cabins community on the Tuckasegee River
- Quiet & secluded location
- 5 miles to Downtown Bryson City, Cherokee & the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
- 10 miles to Great Smoky Mountains National Park
- 6 miles to Harrah's Cherokee Casino
- 66 miles to Asheville Regional Airport, 77 miles to McGhee Tyson Airport

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story property requires exterior stairs to access
- There are other bookable vacation rentals on-site with shared outdoor amenities; other travelers may be present during your stay

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  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    1 Bedroom Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 600 Sq Ft (56 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Microwave Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Hunting Nearby Power Boating Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Games TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    On The River On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 2

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Ivan

    Submitted Apr 26, 2025

    Stayed Apr 19, 2025

    Perfect for visiting the park and close to both Cherokee and Bryson City!

  • Bridgette H.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2026

    Stayed Jan 1, 2026

    This was a reboot/reset vacation for my husband and I. Had the most relaxing time. Only thing we didn't get to do is fire pit. No lighter available and we are not smookers.

  • Lexie R.

    Submitted Dec 21, 2025

    Stayed Dec 19, 2025

    Very nice place to stay for a weekend getaway! Very clean and well put together. Had a great weekend definitely would come back. Thank you for letting us stay in your place!

  • Nate K.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Cabin was very clean. Hot tub was perfect. Cabin is in a great location for travel to Bryson City and Cherokee. Really enjoyed our stay in this cabin.

  • Martin D.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    Good clean cabin with a great layoiut

  • Gayle H.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2025

    Stayed Jun 24, 2025

    We were very pleased with our accommodations. The cabin was in perfect condition, with everything we needed....all we had to add was food! We were close to both Bryson City and Cherokee. We loved having a washer & driver available. We will be back!

  • Carmen O.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 11, 2025

    We absolutely loved the cabin and all the amenities. They were super flexible and very nice when we inquired about adding an additional day to our reservation. The area is gorgeous and the cabins are in a great location for visiting surrounding areas like Bryson City and Sylva. We will definitely be back again soon.

  • Susan S.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    Immaculate clean. Very peaceful and easy yo get to. Will definitely stay again

  • Christopher C.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    Cabin was perfect, I can’t even think of anything that wasn’t great.. Hate I couldn’t stay longer… Cabin is 5 minutes from everything; casino, waterfall, river rafting, food, everything… Cabin has Direct so I got to even catch the remainder of playoff game after I left casino… It’s really perfect; this will be regular stay for all my casino trips… Thanks for having us…

  • Michael

    Submitted Sep 12, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    This is my fourth time to stay at Ela cabins and I have already made reservations for a trip next year. The cabins are clean, well stocked with necessities, and very quiet area. If you’re looking for a place to stay in the area, this is it.

  • Melody

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    The Bird's Nest is truly my home away from home. Conveniently located for easy access to Cherokee, Bryson City & the most serene little nooks & crannies of nature. I have stayed here the past few years & look forward to future stays. Fully stocked kitchen, washer/dryer units & comfortable furniture made this trip enjoyable.

  • Naomi

    Submitted Jul 11, 2024

    Stayed Dec 31, 1969

    We enjoyed the quiet, peacefulness of our cabin. It was close to the Inspirations Singing in the Smokies, which was such a blessing. The cabin was clean & was stocked with everything we needed. We were pleasantly surprised by the quality/comfort of the bed's mattress.

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