Cozy 1870s Farmhouse Cottage next to the Smoky Mountains NP, Bryson City, NC.

Bryson City, North Carolina
$305 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 9

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

The Little Gem Cottage is an adorable, cozy farmhouse a mere 150-yards from the southern boundary of the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. The Little Gem Cottage -- on four acres --is located just minutes from the Deep Creek Recreation Area park entrance, and within walking distance to the trails of the Smoky Mountains. We're close to hiking, tubing, fishing, Fontana Lake, white water rafting, the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, and minutes from quaint Bryson City itself. Nearby there is somuch to do -- golfing, ziplining, gem mining and swimming in nearby lakes and creeks.

The farmhouse is quiet, where deer and all sorts of wildlife are regularly seen from the kitchen window. The farmhouse and all of its charm -- from the well-appointed cottage kitchen with an original stone fireplace to the quaint second-floor loft and sitting area -- is surrounded by lush trees and vegetation, making it feel like visitors are in the trees. Each season, the gorgeous property surrounded by wildflowers that put on a spectacle. With expansive back decks and a quaint front porch, our guests have a front-row view of Mother Nature and its peace and beauty in one of the nation's most popular National Parks.

The property consists of two separate residences -- the Cottage and the Firefly Cabin, each of which must be booked separately.

The Cottage can host 9 guests with a spacious master bedroom, a loft area that has a queen bed and its own sitting room, and a bunk room that sleeps four on twin beds. It has an open floor plan that allows for family gatherings and game nights. It is the perfect location for groups or families to enjoy the mountains and get outdoors. In addition, we have a rambling creek, a fire pit, and, of course, the trailheads of the national park are within walking distance. You can literally wake up and hit the trails without getting into a car. With the Smokies as our backyard, the Little Gem is a perfect launching point for all activities in The Gateway to the Smokies region.

The Cottage also has an expansive kitchen with an island for gathering and has all of the amenities of a modern kitchen. We provide additional tools for meals locally sourced, including a slow cooker and all manner of bakeware and cooking essentials.

The second property on site is the Firefly Cabin ( VRBO ID 3400382) which sleeps 4, but is located within its own lush clearing and is privately situated away from the main house. creating maximum privacy for both properties. To book both the Little Gem and the Firefly Cabin together, simply reach out to us for discounted pricing and availability.

To see more of the property (ies) please visit our Instagram page @thelittlegem

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  • Feature Features
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  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Breakfast Available For A Fee Dining Table
  • SAFETY

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

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Double-glazed Windows Eco-friendly Cleaning Products Provided Humane Treatment Of Captive Wild Animals Local Artist Showcase Unit Size: 2500 Sq Ft (232 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

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

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 25+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • BATHROOMS

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

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Casino Nearby Cave Exploring Nearby Fishing Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayak On Site Mountain Biking Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

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

    Iron/ironing Board Local Meal Delivery Service
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    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 : 9

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Natarajan M.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2025

    Stayed Nov 27, 2025

    The house was comfortable. We, three couples stayed there for 2025 Thanksgiving. Three bedrooms with three baths was convenient. Very convenient to visit places, waterfalls, and hiking trial ways. The host was very responsive and helpful.

  • Monica G.

    Submitted Dec 10, 2025

    Stayed Dec 5, 2025

    Good amenities and close to town. Very clean.

  • Ross P.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 9, 2025

    The stay was great and the hosts went above and beyond for (a special circumstance, but the point stands)

  • Dean B.

    Submitted Sep 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Owners were very good to work with. Home is well situated with a short drive to either Bryson City or Cherokee. Location is private and on a nice property. Home was well stocked with the necessities. We would choose this property again.

  • MAGS C.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    Authentic mountain setting with all the luxuries! The Little Gem sits way up the mountain on several acres of beautifully tended land and is a few backroads away from Deep Creek National Park. An original cottage that has been renovated with all the best in air conditioning, heating, kitchen appliances, AND mattresses; yet they retained the gorgeous plank-board flooring and walls. All bathrooms recently updated - hot water comes on immediately! The owner has intricately decorated in antique mountain chic with lovingly placed articles all over the walls and dark wood furniture. And yet you can still sit on the front porch, drink coffee, and enjoy the silence! Perfect for a long stay if you have business in Cherokee or Bryson City!! Highly recommend to people with disabilities as well — only a few long steps and you are in the first floor with kitchen, main and secondary bathrooms, and master king bedroom. (Wheelchair does not fit through shower door, but there is a built in shower bench). Also, love the small enclosed yard-space for young kids! Lovely owners!! Easy to reach and down to earth! Highly recommend!!!

  • Jacob T.

    Submitted May 1, 2025

    Stayed Apr 25, 2025

    This property was perfect for myself, my brothers and all of our kids that range from 3-11 years old. There were 9 of us total, 5 kids 4 adults. Beautiful property and house with plenty of wildlife roaming the yard at various times of the day. Quiet, private and comfortable

  • Ashley P.

    Submitted Dec 12, 2024

    Stayed Nov 27, 2024

    We loved this house for our family’s Thanksgiving! It was cozy, clean, and had everything we needed. We hiked in the park behind the house, which was great. Our family members stayed at the owners other listing, which was perfect. We were together but had our own space. Lovely home and lovely owners!

  • Hyunil J.

    Submitted Oct 15, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    Comfortable and uniquely traditional farm house. We felt we were welcome to this family home. Very quiet and picturesque location. .

  • Kevin C.

    Submitted Jul 8, 2024

    Stayed Jul 2, 2024

    Great farm house and close to downtown, great communication with the owners. Looking forward returning back next year. Me and my wife have stayed in other areas around Bryson but we fell in love with this little house

  • Brad S.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2024

    Stayed Jun 16, 2024

    Bubba and Alina have a wonderful place right next to the national park. Their home is unique, great for families, and close to Bryson City. My family especially enjoyed easy access to Deep Creek and the great hiking and fishing opportunities. They are very thoughtful and have done a great job with the property. Don't think twice about staying at the Little Gen if you're planning to stay in the area!

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