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Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit.

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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit.

Firefly Haven Creekside Lodge is a popular honeymoon destination, family reunion locale, and a quick rafting/biking getaway (just minutes to Tsali or the NOC). Home recently renovated and newly furnished for luxury and comfort. This home has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath and comfortably sleeps 6. The first floor offers one bedroom, one bath, two living rooms, a fully appointed kitchen, and a laundry room. The 2nd level offers a combined bedroom and living room. There is a large front porch with rockers to enjoy the views of the creek and forest and there is a back porch with hot tub. The home can easily host a group of couples or a family as there’s enough room to comfortably accommodate up to 6 guests. The cabin is in the back of a very lovely community. The cottage has easy access as it is off of a flat road that is mostly paved and part gravel. There is ample parking that is suitable for all vehicles and motorcycles. After a fun day of outdoor recreation, have a soothing soak in the home’s private hot tub or gather around the fireplace in the family room with your travel companions. You won’t have to miss the basic conveniences of a home while staying here – This home comes with its own washer and dryer plus a fully equipped kitchen, and gas grill so you can make yummy home-cooked meals while on vacation.
The home's setting is picturesque as the home sits on 9 beautiful acres and there is a forest surrounding the home that is host to deer turkey and other wildlife. There are two other small Tiny House cabins on this 9 acre property. They are rentals as well and are situated a good distance away from the cabin and the outdoor spaces all face opposite directions to optimize privacy. You’ll also have easy access to everything the Great Smoky Mountain region has to offer, including opportunities for hiking, biking, horseback riding, boating, fishing, white-water rafting, shopping, dining, sightseeing and more. The Nantahala National Forest and Lake Fontana, the Fontana Dam and the Great Smokey Mountain Railway are some of the many favorite things to do that are super close to the cabin.

Most pets welcome. 2 pets MAX and NO puppies permitted. $50 pet fee for stay. ALL PETS MUST BE PREAPPROVED.

Property manager

Michelle Shelby Spinneweber

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outside only please.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • 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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Note from host: 2 Pets MAX, no puppies and must be preapproved

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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 required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Firefly Haven pets Welcome Hot Tub Fireplace Creek Firepit

About the neighborhood

Map
Almond, NC

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 18 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 25 min drive - 26.6 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 26 min drive - 26.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 27 min drive - 30.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Rivers End Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stecoah Diner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Burger Basket - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Stecoah Diner - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Fontana Lake. Tuckasegee River and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 83 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy home Bryson City NC area

We had a great time. Home was well setup up for our stay. Very clean with extra blankets! Great communication and resources for visitors!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and beautiful

We loved the cottage and location to Bryson City!!! The porch swing is fabulous!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cabin

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing cottage by the stream

We had a wonderful experience. This was a great location for visiting Bryson city. It wasn't too far off the main road, but far enough away to be very peaceful. The cottage was clean and quaint. We really enjoyed staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location

Nice location for day trips through the Smoky Mountains
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet week with friends

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing property

Had a blast
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Firefly farm house

Fantastic property for adults or kids pet friendly hot tub fireplace and fire pit just quiet and peaceful 15 20 min. From great restaraunts activities from horse back riding to whitewater to playing and swimming in the lake hot tub. Great place for vacation a must see and do
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Getaway

We had stsyed at this cabin back in May of this year and we loved it so much we booked another short getaway in the fall. It's a quaint little cabin and is in a great location. 20 minutes from Bryson City and close enough to explore other nearby parks and towns.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hosts thought of everything. Perfect place

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M., Huntsville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing trip

The cabin met all our needs and had parking for a boat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well-appointed and comfortable cottage.

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melinda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and relaxing

This property was just as advertised. We had a comfortable relaxing stay. This was our first time using VRBO and will not be our last. We definitely recommend this property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sweet Little Cabin

My family & I spent 3 nights in this lovely little cabin. It was cozy & decorated nicely for Christmas. Beds were nice & slept well. Kitchen had everything you would need. Home was clean & nicely furnished. Highly recommend, I'd definitely stay there again..........
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana K., Ona, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Firefly Haven

The trip was awesome, the rental was Clean we also wanted to let you know g& neat. Really enjoyed our stay, wanted to tell you that the fan in down stairs quick working first night.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial Day weekend getaway

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Almond getaway

Overall experience is very favorable. Very serene and peaceful and would stay here again. However the driveway and parking areas need to have some additional packed gravel put in place. Not everyone drives and SUV/pickup these days.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Z., Dade City Fl

“ Sweet Country Charm “

This home and location reminded me of something that would be in a book! It’s property and landscape have the perfect country setting. The home has so much sweet country charm, a place that you don’t want to leave. The only thing missing is the farm.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

We had a wonderful stay at Firefly Haven! It was really cold the first night due to the record breaking low temperatures, but the next two nights were perfect! The upstairs bedroom was perfect for the kids to hang out. They said it was their favorite part of the whole trip! Our host was helpful and kind and responded quickly. This is the perfect rental for a family of four but could accommodate more. It's only about 20 minutes from Bryson City and would be perfect for those visiting for The Polar Express!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint and cozy!

We enjoyed our stay in this cabin! The hot tub -and fireplace were perfect on a chilly night! Everything was clean and well-stocked. The Christmas decorations were a nice touch! We had two couples and a 7 year old, and the room arrangements were perfect for our group. It was a little inconvenient to have just one bathroom at times, but we knew that ahead of time. Those with mobility issues should be aware that the only bathroom is on the first floor, and most beds are on the second floor. Not a huge issue for us though. This is is very cute little place, and we would definitely consider staying here again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Good location for NOC

This place is not too far from NOC and in a very quiet area. Lots of room inside but it still felt very cozy. Hot tub is nice and there is a huge washer and dryer. The front porch is nice to relax. We did have a problem getting the door open upon arrival…seemed like it stuck due to the rain. We did message Shelby through VRBO, but didn’t get a message back till a few hours later. I couldn’t find a phone number to call in the info that was sent. Fortunately, we were able to get the door open by putting our backs into it. Cell service was sketchy for us in that area, so be sure to download all the arrival information ahead of time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Andrea B.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Could really use some attention...

The house itself was clean. The towels/washcloths smelled horrible...old and moldy. The shower curtain in the one small bathroom smelled like mold too when it got wet. The sheets on the downstairs bed had pills all over them, definitely old. The mattress slept like it was old too. Had a big hump in the middle. We couldn't get the air conditioner to work even after following the instructions word for word and watching a YouTube video. The upstairs room is fine if you are short and not claustrophobic. The location is pretty good but we got there at night and there are no street lights and the porch light did not work. The listing said the numbers were on the house but we couldn't see them in the pitch black. Definitely not a great stay and we won't be back to this one.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect quiet family getaway

The house is located in a quiet valley, it's even cuter in person than in pictures. No matter where you are outside you hear the constant calming stream of a little brook next to the house and around the property. The hot tub was a wonderful treat after a long day of grueling hikes, and the location to me was perfect. In December there's NOBODY around, even all the roads nearby to get to the house are empty. You are 20 minutes to Bryson City, next door to the Tsali trails, super close to Nantahala National Park and the Smokey mountains and you are close to the Blue Ridge Parkway. It was quiet and serene, and we spent a lot of time on the porch, me on the swing and my husband on the rocking chair, just enjoying nature. We are already talking about going back in the Summer! It had everything we needed which was super convenient. It was nice not having to worry about packing toilet paper and trash bags. Michelle the host was extremely gracious and answered all of our questions super fast. We can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful setting

The little house was spotless and very comfortable. Easy to find and no crazy driveway. It was a little farther out of Bryson City than we had expected but not really an issue as the roads were so good. We did get Wi-Fi but never had cell phone service in the house. Having the land line was good though. We had rain and very cold weather so did spend time outside but in the spring or summer the little brook and fire pit and banked rhodendrons would be lovely. Great space for a family with kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michaele G., Parrish, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute house, clean and quiet

The house was great for our long weekend. It was clean and had everything we needed to be home away from home. The beds were comfy and the big couch was comfy and spacious. The teens loved the upstairs space to get away and do their wi-fi-ing. It was close to the boat dock where we rented a pontoon for the day, close to lake access where we returned to swim on another day. We arrived late and it was dark and we had a hard time finding the parking area, which we found the next morning to be just past the house to the left. Sorry we parked overnight on the side of the roadway (lol). It stormed pretty hard the first night and we lost power but after checking in with Michelle, she advised us that trees were down and was able to give us an estimated restore time from the power company. There were quite a few more cars passing through than we expected, pretty often actually and not especially slow, so we skipped taking our dogs and little to the creek play area. But it was nice to sit on the front porch and listen to the creek and watch the birds and butterflies. The teens used the hot tub once and said it was nice but had a lot of leaves and the bottom was quite sandy. We couldn’t find a net to fish out the leaves so they splashed them out with their hands. We decided to skip our turn. Overall, we had a great stay and would return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022