Holiday houses in Balsam

Cozy Cabin with Epic Mountain Views + Fireplace

This 2 bedroom/1.5 bathroom cabin is situated on 3.5 acres backing up to Blue Ridge Parkway land with panoramic mountain views and gas fireplace. Bedrooms have King beds. Full kitchen w/ brand new appliances. Huge deck w/ dining table for sunset dinners. Plush living room furniture. Firepit area for stargazing + marshmallow roasting. TV in living room and primary bedroom. Close to all attractions: Sylva, Waynesville, Asheville, Cherokee, Cataloochee Ski Area, Biltmore Estate, Nantahala Rafting.

Stunning Views - Upscale Stay!

AMAZING VIEWS- Rustic, but luxurious!! Property feels secluded while just 10 minutes from town. Also close to trails & all things nature. Electricity, portable heaters & a woodburning tiny stove. Wndows that open & ceiling fan for summer. Private bath with flushing toilets & electricity is mere steps away! Good cell service & breathtaking views! The Area: *Wheels Through Time Museum-15 min *Blue Ridge Prkwy-15 min *Smoky Mntn Natnl Park-35 min *Ski slopes-20 min *Asheville-40 min *Casino-30 min

Mountain Magic-Peaceful, Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape

Welcome to Mountain Magic! This cozy cottage is the perfect location for your Great Smoky Mountain escape. Tucked on a creek with stunning views, this newly renovated and charming cottage will take your breath away. Set on 8 acres and surrounded by forest, you can relax on the covered porch and watch wildlife, or roast marshmallows at the creekside fire pit. Designed with the comfort of our guests and their pets in mind, Mountain Magic has everything you need for a fantastic mountain retreat.

High Calling

High Calling is the lower level of a home on Cataloochee Mountain, at 4300’ elevation. Enjoy the panoramic views year round from a private covered porch or around the fire pit as you relax with the peaceful sound of the creek below. A charcoal grill is also provided. Two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed, the other with one full bed and one twin bed face mountain views. A sitting area with a television and games, kitchenette and coffee station are provided, along with snacks and drinks.

Starswept Studio–Walk to Brewery, Near BRP & GSMNP

Welcome to Starswept Studio! Breathe in the mountain air from the balcony of this cozy studio above a detached garage in a peaceful, private neighborhood. Perfect for adventurers or those seeking a quiet retreat, this hideaway is just eight minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Surround yourself with hiking trails, waterfalls, skiing, wildlife, and stunning views. Our spacious studio combines functionality and comfort. PLEASE NOTE: Due to severe family allergies, we are unable to host pets.

Windcrest Loft- charming retreat near the river.

Welcome to Windcrest Loft! If you’re looking for a homey place to stay while visiting the mountains, this is it! Kids and pets are welcome too. Centrally located, within minutes to shops and restaurants in Dillsboro and Sylva, 10 mins to WCU and 20 to Franklin, Bryson City & Waynesville. Convenient Tuckasegee river access across the street and close to many hiking spots! When not touring the area, relax outdoors and enjoy the antics of our resident goats, donkeys, geese and chickens.

The Kenmar Cabin at Mountain Dell-Cozy Cabin

Make Mountain Dell your home base and enjoy all that Western North Carolina has to offer. Located in a rural residential area with a scattering of farms, yet only ten minutes from shopping and restaurants in downtown Waynesville. Close to hundreds of miles of hiking, forty minutes from Asheville or the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, there is plenty to do. For those who want to do less, you can just sit in the sunroom or on the deck and watch the horses graze.

Speckled Trout on the Tuck (Tuckasegee River)

Nearly new Park Model Cabin located on the banks of the Tuckasegee River, one of the best trout streams in NC! There is an easy access off Hwy. 107 S, about 5 miles from Cullowhee. It is close to many parks for hikiing and biking and lakes for boating and fishing. It has an all wood interior with a screened porch, picnic table , fire pit and charcoal grill. There is a nice walkway down to the river. Enjoy fishing, swimming and boating at this nice escape!

The Burrow with a View

Refresh with a relaxing trip to the NC mountains. This spacious, modern, mountain cabin is the perfect place to spend the weekend away for a couple or a small group. Enjoy the scenic view with a fresh cup of coffee or soak in the hot tub after hiking on the parkway. This cozy cabin has everything you need for a weekend away. The Burrow is newly built and embodies a light, airy space with rustic and organic touches of live edge and other natural elements.