Make Smoky Mountains, North Carolina your next getaway—choose from 248 great vacation rentals
While Tennessee has its perks, there’s nothing quite like exploring the Smoky Mountains from the North Carolina side. This fabled region is home to one of the country’s most beloved national parks, as well as the gorgeous Blue Ridge Parkway and a range of cute towns and charming cabins.
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Whether it’s a romantic getaway or a family reunion that you’re planning, there’s no better home base for your adventures than our Smoky Mountains, NC cabin rentals. Choose from homes with top amenities like private hot tubs overlooking the mountain ranges, or pet-friendly options so your pup can tag along, too.
Where are your Smoky Mountains, NC vacation rentals?
Technically a subrange of the Appalachian Mountains, the Great Smokies rise up along the border of Tennessee and Western North Carolina. From the rushing Nantahala River to some of the highest mountain peaks in the South, it’s the beautiful landscape that brings guests back to our vacation rentals in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina.
Outdoor activities near our Smoky Mountains North Carolina cabin rentals
Nature lovers, rejoice: all your outdoor adventure dreams are possible in this special part of the state. Not only will you be surrounded by nature's beauty just outside your door—our Smoky Mountains, NC cabin rentals are just minutes away Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
Choose from dozens of nearby hiking trails, where you can catch amazing mountain vistas, photograph rare wildflowers, and maybe even spot the abundant wildlife. This ecosystem is home to bears, elk, deer, bobcats, foxes, otters, and much more. Keep your eyes to the sky and you'll glimpse some of the 240 species of birds that live here, as well.
If you’re looking for an adventure off the mainland, head to Fontana Lake, a hidden gem of Appalachia. Not only will you find miles of beautiful, undeveloped lakeshore—more than 90 percent is National Park Service or U.S. Forest Service land—but the lake is an angler’s paradise. Boat rentals are available, or you can bring your trusty vessel along with you to our spacious Smoky Mountains, NC cabin rental.
Towns and cities near North Carolina’s Smoky Mountains
The charming towns that populate the area, like Whittier, Sylva, and Bryson City, are home to some of our loveliest homes and log cabins. These charming towns are a great way to experience the local culture—not to mention some delicious Appalachian-style Southern cookin’.
Or you can make the short drive into trendy Asheville, where you can peruse boutique shops, catch a live music performance at the Orange Peel, or sample pints at a number of breweries. Choose from local staples like High Wire and Wicked Weed, or visit the impressive facilities of nationally-recognized brands like New Belgium and Sierra Nevada.
See for yourself why millions of travelers visit this gorgeous region of the country year after year. Best of all, you can reward all your exploration—whether outdoors or in local downtown shopping areas—with one of our luxury log cabin rentals in North Carolina’s Smoky Mountains. Browse our collection today to choose your perfect home away from home.
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