Private STUNNING MTN VIEWS 6 ACRES Jetted Tub EV Charger WIFI 15 min-Lake James

Marion, North Carolina
$298 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 8

Max Sleeps

Escape to Appalachian Dream Cabin- a private 3-level log retreat on 6 secluded acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains, just minutes from Lake James and charming downtown Marion.

Designed for cozy evenings, slow mornings, and reconnecting in the mountains. Whether you’re planning a family adventure or relaxing couples’ getaway, this spacious cabin offers mountain views, privacy, and the perfect blend of comfort and outdoor fun. New luxe Kitchen appliances.

The Experience:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Wake up to long-range mountain views from the wraparound deck. Spend your afternoon swimming or kayaking at Lake James State Park, hiking scenic trails along the Blue Ridge Parkway, or exploring waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest,

Returning home for sunset views, dinner on the deck, and s’mores around the fire pit under a sky full of stars.

Private mountain setting with quick access to Lake James and downtown Marion – the best of both worlds.

Cabin Highlights:

✅-Sleeps up to 8 guests
✅-3 levels of living space
✅-Wraparound deck with mountain views
✅-Outdoor fire pit + gazebo
✅-Game room airhockey and pool table
✅-4 Roku smart streaming TVs 65”, 43”, 43,43
✅-Wood-burning Fireplace and 2 electric fireplaces in master bedroom & Game room
✅-Jetted master tub perfect for couples
✅-Fully equipped kitchen + automatic expresso machine + coffee bar with syrups +Ninja to make smoothies/frozen margaretas
✅-New Kitchen range and refrigerator
✅-High-speed WIFI
✅-EV charger on site (rare feature)
✅-6 private wooded acres
✅-Private mountain estate feel
✅-secluded yet minutes from dining and lake access
✅-curated outdoor living spaces
✅-Romantic boutique-style cabin experience

Location Perks:

-15 minutes to Lake James boating, beaches, swimming, fishing, wineries Lake.
-20 minutes Noahs Landing Kayak, jet ski rentals, boat rentals, for Lake James located in Nebo, NC
- 5 minutes to downtown Marion
- 5 minutes to I-40
-20 min. to Silver Fork winery ♥️couples favorite
-23 min. to Tom's Creek Falls- ♥️guest favorite
-29 minutes to Linville Falls
-27 minutes to Blue Ridge Parkway
-29 min. to Linville Falls winery♥️couples favorite
-29 minutes to Little Switzerland
-43 minutes to the Biltmore Estate Asheville
-45 minutes to Asheville, NC
-55 minutes to Charlotte, NC
-60 minutes to Grandfather Mountain

-Easy access to hiking & waterfalls
-Scenic mountain drives
-Charming small-town dinning nearby
-Cooler mountain temperatures in summer

This location offers the rare combination of seclusion and convenience.

Pro tip:

✅We provide guests with a digital welcome guide that can be downloaded on your smart phone with everything you need about our cabin property including area attractions, restaurants, grocery stores, weekly weather forecast at property, guided map directions, and photos included to help you plan out your stay and save tons of time. It evens offers a search option to save you time when you need an answer fast.

Summer dates fill quickly in the Blue Ridge Mountains – especially near Lake James. If you’re looking for privacy, views, and easy access to outdoor adventure, Appalachian Dream Cabin is the perfect choice. Book now to secure your preferred dates.

Why Guests Choose Appalachian Dream Cabin:

✅-Owner responds quickly to guests questions

✅-True privacy-6 wooded acres (not tightly packed cabins)

✅-15 minutes to Lake James

✅-EV charger on site (rare in mountain rentals)

✅-Game room with airhockey and pool table

✅-Fireplace + jetted tub for couples

✅-5 minutes to downtown Marion

✅- close to scenic drives on the Blue Ridge Parkway

✅-easy access without extreme mountain roads

Many cabins offer views, few offer privacy, convenience, and amenities all in one location.

Whether you’re a couple looking for a romantic getaway or a family gathering around the fire pit roasting smores, kayaking at Lake James, or enjoying a quiet sunset over the mountains, Appalachian Dream Cabin offers the privacy, comfort, and location that make a vacation truly memorable.

Private mountain serenity just minutes from Lake James and downtown Marion – offering rare privacy, views, and convenience in one unforgettable stay.

Between the breathtaking views and the overall quiet nature of this cabin, over 250 guests have left here feeling refreshed and completely satisfied. Now the moment belongs to you.


**Payments are only accepted securely through this booking site only. No exceptions.


**Note: Your safety matters. There is a Ring doorbell, located next to the front door and back door facing out. It does not look into any interior spaces**

*** WE DO NOT ALLOW PETS*** SORRY NO EXCEPTIONS. Unfortunately, our staff has allergies to dogs and cats.


**There is a short, well-maintained gravel road that leads to the paved driveway of the cabin. During inclement weather, 4WD or AWD is recommended, but not required to get to the cabin. **


*Photo ID may be required upon check-in

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.


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- Gold/ Platinum member (up to 15%)

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit No Carbon Monoxide Detector (host Has Indicated There Is No Carbon Monoxide Detector Or Gas Appliances On The Property) Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2214 Sq Ft (206 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting Water-efficient Showers Only Water-efficient Toilets Only
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Charcoal Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books Games Pool Or Billiards Table Stereo Video Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Highchair Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains Near A Hospital Near A Lake Near Outlet Shopping
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Handrails In Stairways Hardwood 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. No Elevators Smoke-free Property Tile Flooring In Public Areas Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 8

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Wendy P.

    Submitted Mar 31, 2026

    Stayed Mar 27, 2026

    The view from the beautiful home is extraordinary! Great communication from the host! We had a wonderful experience and have already talked about renting here again in the future!

  • Michael M.

    Submitted Mar 18, 2026

    Stayed Mar 13, 2026

    Our stay was fantastic. The host provided excellent communication and the property was clean and well stocked. My wife and I had such a peaceful and comfortable stay. Would definitely visit again!

  • Christina V.

    Submitted Mar 12, 2026

    Stayed Mar 8, 2026

    We can’t wait to come back! The real life experience was exactly as described in the listing….although no picture will do the views justice. What I would give to regularly enjoy my coffee sitting in that backyard and a glass of wine at sunset. Just incredible. This cabin is perfect for a retreat that is peaceful and relaxing. It’s ideal to cook your meals in the cabin. About 40minutes in each direction is something wonderful to see/do. We enjoyed lunch at the Little Switzerland Cafe (get the Reuben). It’s a wild ride up the mountain there. Some of the area is still recovering from Hurricane Helene, for example, Crabtree Falls is closed as with that portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway. However, a close hiking option is Tom’s Creek; pretty and on the easier side. Our favorite was Linville Falls trail as well as Linville Winery. We also were just an hour drive from The Biltmore, which is a must visit once in your life. The cabin was clean and well stocked with the basics. This host goes above and has a stocked coffee bar and fire pit necessities. Just a note it is a charcoal grill. Driveway is very steep. Beds were comfy and the towels actually absorbed water. The host went above and beyond to communicate and make sure our stay was perfect. Has a digital guidebook that is very helpful. I repeat, we can’t wait to go back!

  • Matthew R.

    Submitted Mar 7, 2026

    Stayed Feb 20, 2026

    Fantastic views. Cozy, clean

  • Macy S.

    Submitted Mar 5, 2026

    Stayed Feb 26, 2026

    There was a not a single detail that wasn’t left out. The place was beautiful. Very clean. Truly felt “at home”.

  • Lauren W.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2026

    Stayed Feb 13, 2026

    Amazing host and cabin! Our stay was wonderful!

  • Erick M.

    Submitted Jan 20, 2026

    Stayed Jan 17, 2026

    Excellent property! Very communicative owner , would visit again!

  • Virgil W.

    Submitted Jan 9, 2026

    Stayed Jan 2, 2026

    Great place to stay. The view is perfect. Small town feel with no neighbors in sight. Had deer at the front every morning.

  • Loren N.

    Submitted Dec 27, 2025

    Stayed Dec 22, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay! The location was perfect, the amenities were excellent, and the home was incredibly comfortable. Everything we needed was thoughtfully provided, and it truly made our Christmas extra special. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay and would absolutely return.

  • T T S.

    Submitted Nov 19, 2025

    Stayed Nov 3, 2025

    We have been visiting the North Carolina/Virginia mountains for years.This vaca was absolutely epic/perfect. Beautiful weather with a Full Moon. It truly is all about the cabin and “The View “. Cabin was first class beautifully decorated. The magnificint view was always changing. The Biltmore Mansion was all decorated for the Hoildays.Visited several winerys. We will indeed return. We truly thank you for our incredible stay...

  • Melissa Y.

    Submitted Nov 16, 2025

    Stayed Nov 14, 2025

    Great, clean cabin with an amazing view! Very cozy home that was welcoming the minute we stepped in the door. Well stocked kitchen with everything needed to prepare a meal. Plenty of towels in all bathrooms. Very cool downstairs area with air hockey, table to play games, and big screen TV. Would highly recommend! Note...only one star for skiing because we did not ski and VRBO makes you put a rating in.

  • Jim S.

    Submitted Nov 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 31, 2025

    Outdoor fire pit was great, view was outstanding.

  • Brien W.

    Submitted Oct 29, 2025

    Stayed Oct 21, 2025

    Beautiful property with great views! We enjoyed making s’mores at the fire pit and the quiet surroundings.

  • Cyprian T.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 8, 2025

    Beautiful location. Outdoor space was amazing for hanging out. I would 100% come back here and highly recommend it to others. Plenty of bathrooms. Downstairs space for hanging out was great for those who wanted TV and games.

  • Kaitlin T.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    We visited Marion for our boys to attend Big League Baseball Camp and booked this beautiful home last minute after finding it online. We chose it over a hotel to turn the trip into a relaxing mountain getaway—and we’re so glad we did!The home was clean, cozy, and exactly as described. The host provided a helpful guidebook that made everything easy to navigate. A special touch we appreciated was finding items for s’mores waiting for us on the counter. After long days at camp, the boys loved roasting them and winding down by the fire.We also brought along our 3-year-old daughter and took a day trip to The Orchard at Altapass, just a scenic 30-minute drive away. She had a great time picking apples—it was a perfect family outing.The driveway is steep, but the host clearly communicated that ahead of time, so we were well prepared. One night we had pizza delivered from Titan Pizza Plus—highly recommend if you want to stay in and enjoy the home, it was delicious!Overall, this was a fantastic stay. It was a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and mountain charm. We’d definitely stay here again!

  • Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Sep 11, 2025

    The view is stunning!! We kept rushing back home to sit outside and enjoy the view!! Michael was amazing w his communication and always responded immediately! The house was just as described. Plenty of room for 3 generations to meet and spend a weekend. Marion has places to eat and Asheville is an easy 40 min drive. I’d recommend driving an suv to get up and down the driveway. Lots of out door areas to sit and enjoy the view!! View from inside was amazing too! Just can’t say enough good things about this home!

  • Michael S.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2025

    Stayed Sep 7, 2025

    Beautiful views! Wonderful firepit and jetted tub. Great mountain retreat decor.

  • Geraline H.

    Submitted Sep 7, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    Wonderful, secluded cabin with amazing view. Loved the firepit and jacuzzi tub. Had everything we needed. The driveway is very steep but had no problem in my Camry getting up it in September. Would probably need awd if weather was wintry. Would love to return in the future!!

  • Yvette S.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 31, 2025

    The cabin is beautiful. We were a little concerned about the driveway and did not venture out. We did enjoy lunch at the wing restaurant in Marion.

  • Zbynek N.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 31, 2025

    The home was spotless, comfortable, and set in a peaceful location. The porch views were incredible—we captured some beautiful moments right from there. Michael was very responsive and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was perfect. A great place to slow down, enjoy nature, and truly recharge.

  • Nathaniel S.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 27, 2025

    Really nice property, not far from the highway yet utterly secluded. Would definitely stay again.

  • Mallory D.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 20, 2025

    Clean, spacious cabin. Amazing Mountain View’s. A nice place to just relax and disconnect.

  • Justin K.

    Submitted Jul 21, 2025

    Stayed Jul 4, 2025

    We have now visited this amazing place six times now, and for good reason. We all love coming here for the views, the fire pit, the seclusion, the thoughtful touches, and of course, the air hockey. The owner does a phenomenal job of upkeep and upgrades. The cabin itself is our dream cabin (maybe someday!), with the perfect layout, and perfect view. I personally just sit and stare, which is rare for me, but I just want to take it in. The cabin is a short distance to great restaurants & desserts, and of course hiking. We are looking forward to our next visit!

  • Dave S.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    Hiked local trails and spent our evenings at the fire pit watching the sunset.

  • Jake T.

    Submitted Jun 8, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    The house and our stay were both amazing! This was such a relaxing place to stay with our two families, both with young children, age 2-4. We got to enjoy the mountain views directly from the main living area as we cooked and relaxed in the main living area. Everything was very clean and the host provided extremely clear information about the home and the surrounding area. Overall excellent weekend!

  • Ashley L.

    Submitted Jun 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 1, 2025

    This property is beautiful, and as returning customers, it was just as good the second time! The owner is very easy to communicate with directly!

  • Jennifer S.

    Submitted May 30, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    We had an awesome time at this house and the host was fantastic. The view is amazing and the home has everything you might need (even smores ingredients!). The outdoor area is great for relaxing and there is plenty of comfortable seating on the inside as well. My friends and I are already discussing having a longer trip to the area so we can stay in this house again! (I will mention that the driveway is so steep it feels like you are going up the hill on a roller coaster, but that only adds to the feeling of being secluded!)

  • James F.

    Submitted May 26, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    Great cabin with amazing views and sunset. Private setting and owner very responsive. We hope to be back.

  • Andrew M.

    Submitted May 23, 2025

    Stayed May 19, 2025

    We found the cabin clean with ample and comfortable furnishings. The kitchen was well stocked. The setting and views are very nice. Great sunsets. A great place to rest and relax for a team of six men doing Hurricane Helene recovery volunteer work.

  • Pendie G.

    Submitted May 11, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    Property was private, had an amazing view and was perfect for our family stay. The cabin did not disappoint and was perfect

  • Donnie H.

    Submitted Apr 28, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    Great views and a great connection with nature as wild turkey's are walking through the property.

  • Grace M.

    Submitted Apr 26, 2025

    Stayed Mar 29, 2025

    This cabin was absolutely breathtaking, and the views were even more breathtaking. The cabin was so clean, and had all the necessities in the kitchen and even for the wonderful grill outside. There was plenty of firewood available for the beautiful firepit outside. Any questions were very quickly answered by the owner. My family and I had the best time staying in this cabin. We will definitely be back!

  • T.J

    Submitted Apr 25, 2025

    Stayed Apr 21, 2025

    The cabin was everything that you would want in a stay at the mountains! The mountain view, the cabin and the Host were all AMAZING!

  • Lindsay Y.

    Submitted Apr 21, 2025

    Stayed Apr 12, 2025

    We had a wonderful visit in in Marion and surrounding towns for a spring break stay. Michael gave us tips on local playgrounds and fun things for our kids to see. The cabin was awesome and perfect for our stay - we are already looking at dates so we can return!

  • Shane D.

    Submitted Apr 7, 2025

    Stayed Mar 13, 2025

    The stay was absolutely perfect. We had stayed here for a weekend fire school in McDowell County. This property was great for all members to come back, relax, enjoy the views and reflect on the day members had at class. Would HIGHLY recommend for anyone. We stayed on a business trip I guess you could say, If your staying for leisure then this is the spot! We hope to be back in the future.

  • Deana R.

    Submitted Apr 7, 2025

    Stayed Feb 7, 2025

    The views were amazing and the area was perfect. The home was well laid out and we had a great time! Thank you!

  • Grace H.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2025

    Stayed Dec 31, 2024

    Lovely place. Well maintained and clean. Breathtaking mountain views. The outdoor seating areas are perfectly situated so that you can take in the scenery. It's also close to town. Michael was wonderful, quick to respond, and had everything laid out perfectly. Our group had a great time celebrating the New Year at this lovely cabin.

  • WILLIAM F.

    Submitted Dec 30, 2024

    Stayed Dec 26, 2024

    This is the most beautiful Cabin we have stayed. Espectacular views of the Appalachian mountains. Seclude, clean, cozy, full equipped kitchen. Host Michael was very attentive. We will definitely recommend Dream Cabin to everyone. We had a blast and we will comeback.

  • O L.

    Submitted Dec 21, 2024

    Stayed Dec 16, 2024

    We’ve been at this property twice and always have a great time. The cabin is comfortable and just like home. Has everything you would need and more.

  • Justin S.

    Submitted Dec 19, 2024

    Stayed Dec 12, 2024

    This cabin has all you want if you want a relaxing weekend. Fantastic outdoor firepit with amazing views, quiet scenery, secluded and very nice vibes inside with the indoor fireplace as well. Highly recommend for those wanting to take a breather!

  • Son T.

    Submitted Dec 10, 2024

    Stayed Nov 26, 2024

    This property has a nice view of Mt Mitchell. It's spacious enough for a family of 7. We had 4. Pros: The view, stocked up kitchen with cooking essentials, plenty of firewood to use, nice TV/game room although the air hockey table is falling apart. Cons: Not for older people or anyone who have a hard time getting up and down the stairs. Had a water leak/drips from the shower from the top floor. This appears to be a known issues based on the stains. I reported it to the owner. No hot tub (even the amenity sections indicated there was one)

  • Tyler V.

    Submitted Dec 8, 2024

    Stayed Nov 22, 2024

    Beautiful cabin with amazing scenery

  • Tilessia L.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2024

    Stayed Nov 15, 2024

    The cabin was gorgeous and very clean. The property was perfect. The driveway was vary steep but even in our Mustangs we were able to get up to the top. The property owner was very nice and helpful with any questions. We plan on coming back soon!

  • Chris M.

    Submitted Nov 7, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    Beautiful and spacious cabin in the Appalachian mountains

  • Kenneth B.

    Submitted Oct 31, 2024

    Stayed Oct 24, 2024

    We will return, awesome week in an awesome place, very relaxing!! We are so talking and bragging about our perfect get away!!!!

  • adriane p.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2024

    Stayed Sep 17, 2024

    Clean cabin with gorgeous views! Cabin owner was wonderful! Quick to respond via email and texts. Allowed to stay in cabin a few hours longer than check out time due to Helene shelter in place orders. He made sure safety was the priority!

  • John W.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 16, 2024

    We had a wonderful time on this vacation. The property is absolutely gorgeous. Definitely want to book this one again.

  • Tomas A.

    Submitted Aug 16, 2024

    Stayed Aug 13, 2024

    We had a wonderful time in this lovely cabin. Watched the sunset. Made a fire. Had coffee during sunrise. Went to nearby trails to hike and see watefalls.

  • Barak G.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Jul 26, 2024

    We recently stayed at this amazing cabin and had an incredible experience! The location is fantastic, providing easy access to local attractions while still feeling secluded and peaceful. The cabin itself is beautiful and very well-maintained, clearly showing that the host takes great care to ensure everything is top-notch. One thing we've noticed right away is how clean this place is. We stayed in several cabins and this one was the cleanest. The host (Michael) was exceptionally attentive and communicative throughout our stay, always ready to help with any questions or needs we had. This level of service made our stay even more enjoyable and stress-free. We will definitely be returning to this wonderful cabin the next time we’re in the area. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable and well-cared-for place to stay. Thank you so much!

  • Bridgette C.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    We had such a relaxing week. The home and property were just as described. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking and everything was clean and comfortable. The view from the back porch was the perfect start and end to each day. We will definitely be back!

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