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Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroom1200 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Almond, NC
  • Fontana Lake
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Bryson City Gem Mine
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Almond

In Almond .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nantahala National Forest and 2 miles (3 km) of Fontana Lake with a stay here. Tuckasegee River and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center - 11 min drive - 7.1 miles
  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 17 min drive - 11.9 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 26 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 26 min drive - 18.7 miles

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

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

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 are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Firefly Haven pets Welcome Hot Tub Fireplace Creek Firepit

Frequently asked questions

Does Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit. offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit.?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

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.

Is there free parking at Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit.?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit. have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Front porch with bed swing, Pets Welcome, Hot Tub, Fireplace, Creek, Firepit. to downtown Almond?

This cabin is 1.5 mi away from Almond.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 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

Jeannie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

The home was beautiful and the location was quiet. It was home away from home. Just a short drive to everything.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Daughter Getaway

My daughters and I loved this property!! We took a spring break vacation and we could not have been happier with this home. The girls loved roaming around the property as much as hiking trails to waterfalls. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Mountain Cottage

The Firefly Haven was so beautiful and peaceful. About 20 minutes from Bryson City where you can visit all of the mountain excursions. There was a creek running through the property. My favorite part of the cottage was the bed swing on the front porch. We would sit there at night and listen to all of the bature sounds and the babbling of the creek. Wifi with multiple televisions so keep you entertained. A beauitful big kitchen with everything youd need to cook. Comfy couches and multiple sleeping areas. The stay was nice and the host was even better. Very eager to help and make sure we were taken care of on our trip. 10 stars!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

It was amazing! Relaxing and just what a momma and daddy needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

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

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Marina S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Jan D.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Stacy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Alicia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Judith J.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Diana K., Ona, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing property

Had a blast
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location

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

8/10 Good

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M., Huntsville

Liked: Cleanliness

Fishing trip

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

10/10 Excellent

Melinda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness

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 A.

Liked: Cleanliness

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