Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Pets Welcome - Firefly Haven Creekside Cabin Near Bryson City

Almond, North Carolina
$168 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Firefly Haven is tucked away on 9 peaceful acres near Bryson City, this spacious yet cozy, pet-friendly mountain retreat offers the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. Just minutes from the Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC), Tsali biking trails, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, and the Tail of the Dragon, you’re perfectly positioned to explore Western North Carolina.

After a day outdoors, unwind in the private hot tub, gather around the fire pit under the stars, or cozy up by the indoor gas fireplace. The large covered front porch features a dreamy bed swing and rocking chairs overlooking the forest and creek — perfect for slow mornings and golden-hour evenings.

This beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath mountain cottage comfortably sleeps up to 6 guests, offering plenty of room to spread out while still feeling intimate and inviting for couples.

Sleeping Layout

Main Level:
• Private bedroom with king bed
• Full bathroom (located on first floor)
• Sleeper sofa in living area

Upstairs Loft-Style Bedroom:
• 1 queen bed
• 2 twin beds
• Lounge space ideal for kids, friends, or an additional couple

The main level also includes two cozy living areas, a fully equipped kitchen, and a laundry room with washer and dryer.

Enjoy Smart TVs in every room, reliable high-speed Starlink WiFi, and a curated selection of board games for family nights or rainy mountain afternoons.

The private back porch features the hot tub — ideal after hiking, rafting, or scenic drives through the Smokies. Outside, enjoy grilling and evenings around the fire pit surrounded by trees and peaceful creek sounds.

Access is easy via mostly paved roads, and the driveway is suitable for all vehicles in all seasons — no 4WD required. There is ample parking for multiple vehicles and motorcycles, along with thoughtful privacy between neighboring cabins on the property.

Whether you’re visiting for rafting at the Nantahala Outdoor Center, biking Tsali, riding the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, or simply escaping to the mountains, this creekside retreat is the perfect Smoky Mountain basecamp.



Pet Policy

Up to 2 pre-approved dogs welcome
$50 pet fee per stay
No puppies permitted
All pets must be disclosed and approved prior to arrival

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing Ski Lift Privileges Ski Privileges
  • PETS

    2 Total Pets Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • SAFETY

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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1200 Sq Ft (111 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Garden Gas Grill Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Shower Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Casino Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Rafting Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Hospital
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Gravel Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Note From Host: Smoking Outside Only Please. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

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Review Review

  • Lauren M.

    Submitted Feb 1, 2026

    Stayed Jan 9, 2026

    This is my second stay at this location. Clean, stocked with essentials, and peaceful. Questions were answered quickly!

  • Jessica A.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2026

    Stayed Dec 20, 2025

    Our host was great, the house is charming and allowed our family of 4 to spread out. There is a tv in each room, the front porch bed swing, hot tub, we could recharge after spending all day together.

  • Daniel R.

    Submitted Dec 7, 2025

    Stayed Dec 4, 2025

    The place is amazing. Very cozy, and off the beaten path. Still close to a grocery store and a convenience store. The host was amazing. Very fast response time when we had a small issue with the fireplace. They had someone there in less than. 20 minutes. I would definitely recommend this rental, and would definitely stay there again.

  • Paul S.

    Submitted Nov 16, 2025

    Stayed Nov 11, 2025

    Clean efficient everything we needed. Bear in the woods across the little creek. We have them around our house also.

  • Cathy V.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2025

    Stayed Oct 28, 2025

    Enjoyed your cottage! We did a lot of exploring the area the day we checked in, hiked up the road the next morning, relaxed in the hot tub, cooked out steaks, played Clue & watched the World Series! I camped out on the couch because steps in the middle of the night are no bueno! Only 2 suggestions---rails on the steps out front would help & the Clue game is missing some cards.

  • Steve B.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2025

    Stayed Oct 21, 2025

    Epic location, very secluded but easy to get in and out. Topoco, Tail of the dragon, Maggie Valley and Cherahola skyway. NOc for dinner. Home was very well equipped and comfortable. Host was excellent. Thank you.

  • Dawn C.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Precious house. Love the swing bed on the porch while listening to the creek. The hot tub is great after a day exploring. The location is great too. Not too far from several towns no matter what you are looking for.

  • Ginny H.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2025

    Stayed Aug 30, 2025

    Parking across the street was a bummer, seems there could be room for a gravel driveway to the left of the property (when facing the front porch). Also, the bugs were bad so much on the front porch we couldn't even enjoy that space! Adding a bug light or citronella candles (or Yard Guard) would certainly help! Also the grill is not working except on the left side, front burner only. Since there is also a missing wheel, maybe a good time for a new one!? Other than these points, we enjoyed our stay!

  • Brandon Y.

    Submitted Jul 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 22, 2025

    This property was a sweet escape and very relaxing. I could live on the front porch! The sound of the creek water running by while relaxing on the bed swing was heaven. The hot tub was great and well maintained. The cabin was clean, plenty of space for our family of 5 but still had a cozy feeling. It was the perfect ending after being at the beach for a week. Sometimes you feel like you need a vacation from your vacation. This place fulfilled that need. We left feeling relaxed and refreshed.

  • Stephen B.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    Loved the sound of the brook as we enjoyed our morning coffee on the front porch's rocking chairs. In the evening, we relaxed in the crystal clean water of the hot tub. The downstairs bed was comfortable and the home was very clean. Close to Bryson City, white water rafting and the national park. We would definitely stay here again.

  • Elizabeth V.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 2, 2025

    This place is absolutely amazing if you want to literally get away from it all! It’s quiet, in the woods away from everything and everyone. The weather was amazing the whole time we were there. We loved being able to sit out on the front porch and listen to the nature around us, smell the fresh air, see the humming birds and watch the lightning bugs at night. This was mine and my husband’s first real vacation! Life always got in the way before. Shelby, the host was absolutely amazing! She communicated with us before our trip even started( again life was starting to got in the way) we almost had to cancel our trip. But she was very understanding, accommodating and patient me, us. The kids had a great time playing in the little creek by the house, walking down to see the lake, playing games and they enjoyed the hot tube. We didn’t want to leave. We highly recommend “Firefly Lane” if you want to relax and get away from it all! When we decided to take another vacation to this area we would definitely love to stay here again. Thank you so much for everything!!

  • Jeannie B.

    Submitted May 30, 2025

    Stayed May 22, 2025

    The home was beautiful and the location was quiet. It was home away from home. Just a short drive to everything.

  • mike l.

    Submitted Mar 24, 2025

    Stayed Mar 17, 2025

    My daughters and I loved this property!! We took a spring break vacation and we could not have been happier with this home. The girls loved roaming around the property as much as hiking trails to waterfalls. We will definitely be back!!

  • Bridgette T.

    Submitted Mar 23, 2025

    Stayed Mar 21, 2025

    The Firefly Haven was so beautiful and peaceful. About 20 minutes from Bryson City where you can visit all of the mountain excursions. There was a creek running through the property. My favorite part of the cottage was the bed swing on the front porch. We would sit there at night and listen to all of the bature sounds and the babbling of the creek. Wifi with multiple televisions so keep you entertained. A beauitful big kitchen with everything youd need to cook. Comfy couches and multiple sleeping areas. The stay was nice and the host was even better. Very eager to help and make sure we were taken care of on our trip. 10 stars!

  • Anna B.

    Submitted Mar 2, 2025

    Stayed Feb 21, 2025

    It was amazing! Relaxing and just what a momma and daddy needed!

  • Elizabeth H.

    Submitted Dec 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 29, 2024

    We had a great time. Home was well setup up for our stay. Very clean with extra blankets! Great communication and resources for visitors!

  • Sarah H.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 21, 2024

    We loved the cottage and location to Bryson City!!! The porch swing is fabulous!!

  • Tracy H.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Feb 1, 2024

    Drive was nice to get there. Please take note Google maps will have you arriving at the wrong place. Please go by the directions Shelley has put on We arrived in 28 degree weather and were pleasantly surprised how comfortable the temperature was inside this beautiful home.

  • Sarah A.

    Submitted Jun 28, 2024

    Stayed Jun 24, 2024

    Firefly Haven is a gem, nestled in a quiet and beautiful area. The property was very well kept, fully stocked and exceeded our expectations. Very comfortable. We will rent this property again next time we are in the area.

  • Marina S.

    Submitted Jun 13, 2024

    Stayed Jun 9, 2024

    We love the location and try to come as much as we can. This is our first time in this cabin and it was great, comfortable beds, spacious and well equipped kitchen, but most of all, the bed swing and hot tub!

  • Jan D.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2024

    Stayed Jun 6, 2024

    My husband and I enjoyed the calm, quiet atmosphere and the location convenient to hiking and other outdoor activities. Close enough to Bryson City to enjoy what the town has to offer. Did not make it to Cherokee this trip, but it's a short drive. Only complaint was some difficulty accessing my VRBO account online.

  • Stacy C.

    Submitted May 28, 2024

    Stayed May 25, 2024

    Cute private little cottage next to a mountain stream, dog friendly with a relaxing front porch perfect for relaxing and listening to the sounds of the birds and the mountain stream. If you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of life and relax this is the perfect place. There is a fire pit along the stream and a hot tub on the deck. Looks like there were 2 other tiny houses on the same property but they are far enough away that you don’t really see the other guests or you could rent all 3 places if you wanted to have multiple families.

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$168+
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