Vacation rentals in Balsam

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.

Friendly Firefly Retreat

Relax & Enjoy the Great Outdoors in front of the fireplace, at this Tranquil, Professionally Decorated, Balsam Mountain Charmer in the heart of it All! •Nestled near the entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway, you’ll find fabulous dining, breweries, boutiques, galleries, markets & festivals at the Gateway to The Great Smoky Mountains! •Minutes from the historic Balsam Mountain Inn, Biltmore Castle, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino, Golfing, Skiing, Rafting, Hiking, Fishing & the Smoky Mountain Railroad!

Tranquil & Charming Hideaway ♛ King Bed ♛ Hot Tub

Welcome to the gorgeous craftsman home nestled in the tranquil and picturesque location in The Smokies, offering a perfect escape from the everyday hustle and bustle. It promises a relaxing retreat immersed in the dreamy mountain ambiance, close to the town of Waynesville, NC. ✔ Comfortable King & Queen BRs ✔ Living Room/Den ✔ Fully Equipped Kitchen ✔ Game Room ✔ Workspace ✔ Workout Area ✔ Outdoor Area (Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Large Porch) ✔ Smart TVs ✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi ✔ Free Parking (4 spaces)

1850's Log Cabin: Mountain Views and Fall Foliage

🌄 This 1850’s hand-hewn Chestnut log cabin will transport you back to a simpler time on Balsam Mountain. Located in a mountain community with a rich history. This cozy cabin has heat/air conditioning, among other modern conveniences. Sitting at around 4,500 feet, enjoy cooler, low humidity weather, beautiful mountain views and sunsets. Just minutes to historic Waynesville, Blue Ridge Pkwy, fishing, scenic hiking, mountain biking, delicious dining, and more! Book your relaxing vacation today!

Amazing Smokey Mountain View Getaway Sylva, NC

Newly renovated cabin with oak floors and 146 inch 3 panel glass doors. Relax on leather reclining coach or sit on one of two Lazy Boy recliners. New granite kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Master bedroom has comfortable king bed with French doors that open to Jacuzzi that has view of Smokey Mountains. Bird watchers dream sanctuary with squirrels, rabbits, and wild turkeys. 20 minutes to Cherokee, NC Harrah’s Casino to Blue Ridge Parkway, Bryson City, Waynesville, and Maggie Valley.

Beautiful Mountain Home-Pets!

Great for WCU families! Three 3-bedroom mountain home is nestled in the woods with mountain views, 7 mins from WCU and the Tuckaseegee River. Cook a homemade meal for your student. Bring their pet they miss. Play! Fly fish in the Tuckaseegee River-one of the best in North Carolina. Enjoy a moderate hike behind the house (to the fork in the road,) Drive 20 mins to the ‘Four Remote Gems’ lakes of the East Fork of the River and paddle board. The closest lakes are Cedar Cliff & Bear Lake.

Family Retreat | Fire Pit & Grill on 4.5 Acres

Welcome to Kamp Wildkat! Escape to this midcentury modern gem on 4.5 acres in North Carolina’s waterfall and hiking region, 35 minutes from Asheville and the Great Smoky Mountains. Explore nearby Waynesville within 10 minutes, enjoy peaceful woods, and relax by the fire pit while listening to the gentle stream on the property. ◆ Five bedrooms sleep 12 (3 king, 2 queen, twin bunk) ◆ Fire pit for cozy evenings outdoors ◆ Two living rooms for extra space ◆ Foosball table for fun and games

Peaceful Mountain Cabin

Enjoy a peaceful getaway in this charming mountain cabin, minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway and Mountain to Sea Trail. Spend mornings sipping coffee on the quaint front porch and evenings toasting s'mores at the fire pit, while surrounded by mountains and towering trees. After exploring in nearby Waynesville, Asheville, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, or wherever your adventures take you, enjoy the spacious comfort and peaceful setting of a cabin that has everything you need.

*Sylva Escape* - 3 min to downtown/10 min to WCU!

Our home is newly renovated & located in the heart of Sylva, ~1.5 miles from all the Main Street shops & restaurants. Very convenient to WCU, Harrahs Casino, Pinnacle Park, Harris Hospital & Blue Ridge Parkway. Neighborhood is quiet & family-friendly, with a ~0.88 mile "loop" with minimal traffic - great for morning walk/run. Relax inside or outside on the furnished patio as you enjoy all that beautiful Western NC has to offer. Perfect for couples, families, or solo travelers!

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.

Nature Falls- Romantic Luxe, Waterfalls, Treehouse

A restorative, wilderness escape defining the travel meaning of "touch grass." We sit at the Gateway to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park, as Waynesville describes itself. “This place is the perfect combination of luxury and nature. Kind of like your own private spa up in the mountains.”(Cate) The waterfalls and outdoor areas are beyond words! My wife and I spent our honeymoon at this beautiful paradise."(Tripp)

Mountain Views-renovated Farmhouse-Waynesville, NC

The SUMMEROW Mountain House is a newly renovated farmhouse with beautiful views of the Great Smokies located a few minutes from Waynesville, NC. Easy access to area attractions including the Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino, Cataloochee Ski Resort, Maggie Valley, and only 30 minutes to Asheville and the Biltmore Estate.