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The Ol Gun Range Cabin | Secluded Cabin between Bryson City & Cherokee NC

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TV, DVD player
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Whittier, NC
  • Smoky Mountain Country Club
    9 min drive
  • Sequoyah National Golf Club
    20 min drive
  • Island Park
    23 min drive

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About the area

Whittier

Located in Whittier, this cabin is in the mountains, a 1-minute drive from Nantahala National Forest and 9 minutes from Smoky Mountain Country Club. .This family-friendly cabin is 10.8 mi (17.3 km) from Harrahs Cherokee Casino and 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

What's nearby

  • Smoky Mountain Country Club - 9 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 23 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 24 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 24 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 26 min drive - 17.4 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 149 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪La Poblana - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬22 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.

The Ol Gun Range Cabin | Secluded Cabin between Bryson City & Cherokee NC

The Ol’ Gun Range Cabin | A Truly Secluded and Unique Cabin in The Smoky Mountains is centrally located 10 miles from Bryson City NC and Cherokee NC near Smoky Mountain Country Club; let your cares and worries drift away as you travel the country mountain roads to our North Carolina mountain cabin. The perfect hideaway in the Great Smoky Mountains! This uniquely built cabin will make you feel right at home from the moment you enter. Relax on the covered deck for a bit or stretch your legs on The Historic Ol' Gun Range walkways before entering the cabin. Enjoy the seasonal long-range mountain view of Water Rock Knob and Great Smoky Mountains National Park while enjoying a glass of tea or coffee on the deck. How does it sound to have a glass of tea or wine while listening to the streams and looking out at the garden laced courtyard? Bird watching also very entertaining while enjoying a cup of coffee in the morning!

THE PROPERTY
Secluded Cabin in the woods | 6 acres | Neat and Quirky History that reveals itself on site | Bird Watching | Covered Deck | Winter Views

BEDROOMS: Bedroom 1(main level) - Queen Bed | Bedroom 2(lower level) - King Bed, Twin Day Bed, Crib | Bedroom 3(lower level) - Queen Bed

KITCHEN: Fully equipped kitchen, cooking basics, drip coffee maker, toaster, Dining Table for 4 with bar top for 2, dish ware & flatware. All necessary basic cooking items provided for you.

MAIN FEATURES: Peaceful | Perfect Location between Bryson City and Cherokee | Hot Tub | Winter Views | Neat Property History Reveals itself on site

GENERAL: Towels/Linens/Bedding Provided | hair dryer, central heat & air conditioning, wood burning fireplace in winter, ceiling fans in living room and one bedroom.

The main level of our NC mountain cabin features a cozy tongue-and-groove walled interior in the living room with hand carved tree trunk support beams. Sit back and relax on the couches or chairs and enjoy the 48" flat screen HDTV with blue ray player. Perfect for a rainy day in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina. WIiFI is also provided just in case you need to catch up on a little work. The rustic decor and paintings are are locally sourced and handmade by us. Each piece was selected to give you both inspiration and rejuvenation. You will find the main level very quaint but spacious enough for your family gathering!

The kitchen is also located on the main level and features a refrigerator, stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, cooking and eating utensils, standard drip coffee maker, coffee filters, and most basic kitchen amenities from home. There is a dining table for four as well as a sit in bar for two. The main level offers a bright and airy bedroom with a wonderfully comfortable queen bed and a private balcony. There is also a full four piece bathroom located on the this floor complete with towels, wash cloths, and toiletries. We also supply an environmentally friendly, organically derived body wash for our guests that we know you will appreciate!

Head downstairs to check out the unique rock flooring that was previously used as a firing pad for the shooting range. There is a large bedroom downstairs with tongue and groove ceilings and walls featuring a king size bed. There is also a crib and a daybed in this room. You will enjoy waking up in the morning and seeing the birds in the front courtyard garden area! There is another full bathroom and shower on the lower level along with another bedroom featuring a queen size bed as well.

Once you've had enough of the indoor space make your way to the great outdoors. Enjoy the evening roasting marshmallows by the fire pit or recapping a day of outdoor adventure and Bryson City NC attractions in the hot tub. A most excellent way to unwind after a day on the two nearby golf courses! Need a little more peace and quiet or alone time? Stroll through the garden or relax in one of the hammocks on either side of the courtyard. Warning you may not get up as the peaceful streams provide ambient solitude for the soul!

Over the past couple of years we have gained insight from our guests, friends, and family as to what exactly makes the cabin so special to them. We decided to list them for you!

Seclusion(1.5 miles up a gravel road gets you a very secluded escape from normal life! After all, isn't that the point?:) Quaint and Cozy(We have tried to honor the quaint and quirky nature of the cabin with the appropriate hand-made decor and minimal changes that we know you will enjoy!) Peaceful Surroundings( It's nature at it's finest. Creeks, woods, birds, wildlife, flowering plants, and a cool mountain breeze even in the Summer) Unique History(The history of this property adds to it's one-of-a-kind nature. You will enjoy seeing the old pictures and story behind this mountain cabin in NC). Overall Experience(My wife Sarah and I desire to stand out in providing an exceptional family vacation experience for our guests. Planning things to do an is a pain point for most groups so we provide a detailed webpage for our guests upon booking. It's a very in-depth and comprehensive list of cabin information and local area information that will be very helpful to your experience.)

You will love the secluded location near Smoky Mountain Country Club 10 miles from Bryson City and 10 miles from Cherokee NC. You will feel very secluded but close enough to town if you need something. Bryson City NC itself and the surrounding area is an outdoor adventurist's paradise. It has been named a top tourist destination in the United States and one of America's top small towns. My wife and I fell in love with this community when we visited a few years ago and love sharing it with our guests! Golfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, zip lines, tubing, rafting, relaxation, jeep tours, scenic rides, waterfalls, parks, fishing, boating and so much more are abundant here! It's home to the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad and makes a perfect home base for exploring Western North Carolina and the Great Smoky Mountains.

Notable Town and Landmark Distances from the cabin.

* Bryson City 10 miles
* Cherokee 11 miles
* Casino 12 miles
* Great Smoky Mountains National Park Deep Creek 12 miles
* Great Smoky Mountains National Park Cherokee Entrance 14 miles
* Smoky Mountain Railroad and Polar Express 12 miles
* Nantahala Gorge 20 miles
* Sequoyah National Golf 8 miles
* Smoky Mountain Country Club 3 miles
* Tail of the Dragon 55 miles
* Western Carolina University 22 miles
* Gatlinburg 58 miles
* Waynesville 35 miles
* Asheville 66 miles

We would love to host you and your family and we know you will appreciate the experience we can provide to you! Let us know if they're any questions at all we can answer! Feel free to give us a call or text with any questions!

Brian,

Rustic Rest Cabins
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a spa tub or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Brian

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Non smoking property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayaking on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1700 sq ft (158 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: High chair available

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, a first aid kit, 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

Truly Unique Secluded Cabin Smokies Whittier
Truly Unique Secluded Cabin Smokies
Truly Unique Secluded Smokies Whittier
Truly Unique Secluded Smokies
A Truly Unique Secluded Cabin in the Smokies!
Uma Cabine Verdadeiramente Única e Isolada nos Smokies!
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The Ol Gun Range Cabin | Secluded Cabin between Bryson City & Cherokee NC Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 32 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Taft R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good and peaceful..was kinda too high for my wife.overall good
Very serene,wish more attractions was closer
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrianne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect mountain get away.
The ol' gun range cabin was nothing short of magical. The cabin its self was clean and nicely maintained. It has tons of character and is pretty cool. The hot tub was nice as well as the firepit area. If you are looking to disconnect and enjoy nature this is your place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving break
Location was perfect. Cabin was clean. And the yard was absolutely perfect with the view
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Timothy S.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not as expected
The view is beautiful and parts of the cabin are as well. But there was mildew on the bathroom ceiling and biting bugs in the downstairs bedroom. The hot tub was over done with chemicals which made us itch. The furniture was chained down which made us wonder about the neighborhood safety. The host was argumentative when we told him about the mildew and hot tub issue. He asked for pics we sent them and no response. The bed downstairs is very lumpy(huge lumps). The upstairs bedroom has no curtains or anything on window. The furniture was cheap and not in good shape. There are much better options out there.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Stanley M., Six Mile, SC.

Liked: Cleanliness
If you are looking for a place to get away, this is it.
I felt like the yard and around the house needed some attention. Inside the house was very clean and the beds were comfy. It's only 15 to 20 mins. To Cherokee. We loved being able to have our dogs with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
Awesome place unbelievable road to the house
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deb T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Get Away
This was a short weekend stay, but we had wished we had booked the cabin for longer! It was well kept and the beds were wonderful with bed linens that were super soft! The cabin was secluded and up in the mountains. Everything was as described on the listing. We didn't need to contact the hosts about any problems. We will be visiting this property again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

charlene h., Kennett, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, remote & cozy!
Great remote property not far from town… it’s a cozy cabin with a big yard.. lower level bedroom/ bathroom and upper level bedroom/bathroom. Decorated cute for Christmas with lights and a tree …would definitely stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H., Greensboro

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away near the Smokies with the dogs
Great and comfortable place to stay! The dogs especially appreciated the ol' gun range to walk around every day. Plenty of places for us to sit in the living room to converge. The beds were especially comfortable. The only things that would have made it perfect were if there were some extras (more paper towel, some foil or plastic wrap.) and if there were decent frying pans. The nonstick pans that were there were kinda gross and unusable. If going to provide cheap pans instead of nice ones, at least replace them when yucky.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Gloria E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our cabin
Loved that it was so far away in the woods away from it all. But no lights for hot tub at night think goodness I brought a flashlight Laneran . Need some more bowls only had one big bowl and it wouldn’t fit in micawave . Had to leave all the food in the pans . Lights was in strange places. Lock on door was was hard to lock .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was An amazing place thanks agian
Brian and Sarah have great communication. The cabin was clean and well maintained, very nice and Very secluded and peaceful. This was perfect to relax for my family. Not to far from alot of interesting things bust also far enough away to be out in the country and deep in the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Rest & Relaxation!
We sincerely appreciate Brian and Sarah for accommodating our stay at this beautiful and unique location! The cabin is unmatched, nestled in the mountains away from it all; and our experience was made all the more special by the history of this cabin. This retreat was exactly the experience our family needed!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Holly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secluded cabin retreat
Quiet, remote cabin surrounded by deep forest tranquility. Cabin is beautiful, clean, and very comfortable. We slept better there then we have in years! Only downfall’s is that it’s located on a steep gravel road that runs over a mile long straight up into the mountain, and the upstairs bathroom door needs to be replaced because it’s really hard to open. All in all, we would definitely recommend this to hunters, nature lovers or anyone looking to take a break from city life!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unique stay, relaxing!
Definitely a unique stay at the old gun range. We enjoyed our family trip very much. It was relaxing and cabin was off the beaten path. We brought our family dog with us so the downstairs area was perfect was her and the kids. We also enjoyed the grounds around the cabin. We had s’mores a couple of times:) A nice get-a-away for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason G., Flowery Branch, ga

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice secluded property
Quiet secluded and very clean. Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elisha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay at the Ol’ Gun Range Cabin
We truly loved our stay at this cabin. 25 min drive to multiple locations for fun. Spacious cabin with a great yard for our kids and dog. Only comments I would make is, the bathroom downstairs could use a bigger sink and a cabinet to store travel stuff, and some hooks on the wall to hang towels. We couldn’t get DirectTV to work, but we were glad not to have the Tv as a distraction when it was so pretty out. We have the same TV setup at home and input changes didn’t allow it to work. Could use some ice trays or hook up the ice maker. But overall we really enjoyed our stay. We’ll probably try to stay in a location that has Mountain View’s next time, but we were gone a lot so it wasn’t the end of the world.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan H., Columbia MO USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Bestie Cousin Mountain Getaway
I brought my daughter and her best friend with me from Missouri and we met at this cabin with my best cousin and my Aunt from Charleston South Carolina. We loved the secluded spot and especially enjoyed porchtime every morning and evening. The beds are extremely comfortable and the cabin is perfect for a small group. The light switches were randomly placed and a little hard to navigate, most of the labels have worn off, but we figured it out for the most part. That road is no joke, but my Prius handled it, no problem. My cousin’s Volvo did not like it, I could smell her transmission every time we came home. We think the Old Gun Range Cabin was a terrific place to stay in western NC. If you want to take a horseback ride while you’re here, check out End Of The Trail in Cherokee, and don’t miss the Free Elvis Museum when you leave!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome cabin
We loved our stay at the Ol' Gun Range! Beautiful, fun property. Brian was a great host, very communicative.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to get away from it all
The Ol Gun Range Cabin is a wonderful place to escape and relax. 20 minutes from the nearest main road, it is quiet and secluded. This cabin had everything a family needs for a get-away: outdoor grill (think campground style), fire ring, hot tub, and large porch. The owners were quick to respond to text. We will likely return to this cabin in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

6/10 Okay

Taleen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
SECLUDED LOCATION
THE CABIN WAS NICE BUT DIDN"T NECESSARILY LIVE UP TO THE PICTURES. THE DESCRIPTION NEEDS TO BE VERY DETAILED ABOUT HOW SECLUDED AND STEEP THE DRIVE TO IT IS. WOULD NEVER WANT TO STAY THERE AGAIN. SINCE WE WERE NOT FAMILIAR WITH THE AREA IT MADE IT DIFFICULT TO DECIDE ON WHICH CABIN TO PICK.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claude G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Owners are very responsive and helpful. Property is spacious and secluded. Beds were comfortable and we enjoyed the hot tub. Short distance from Cherokee entrance to Smoky Mountains National Park. Great Spring Break.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Restful & Relaxing Home Base
Rustic Rest was perfect for our family. It is centrally located between Bryson City & the Smokey Mountain National Park. During the day we would play hard experiencing the many outdoor adventures of the area. Then we would come ‘home’ as my daughter quoted to relax & rest. We fell in love with the cabin’s charm including the view from the outdoor deck, the beautiful woodwork, local artistry, the remote/private loaction & the of course the very comfortable bedding. We cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tricia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our visit.
The property was exactly how described and allowed a nice family getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathy F., CARNESVILLE, GEORGIA

Relaxing!
We had a very peaceful, relaxing weekend at this cabin. It was nice to sit out on the porch and take in the views and sound of the creek. Definitely would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018