Traditions begin at Whitetail Lodge! Located in a private mountain community just 35 minutes west of Asheville, this home-sweet-home log cabin features a wood fireplace, a hot tub, and a breathtaking mountain panorama from the covered front deck. Whitetail Lodge welcomes you to Western North Carolina with the warmth of a comfortable, well-stocked mountain home that offers plenty of places to relax. Take in the beautiful view from a front porch rocking chair, soak your worries away in the bubbly hot tub, or kick back in a recliner and watch a movie in the loft sitting area. Imagine days filled with Smoky Mountain adventures followed by evenings spent relaxing by a wood fire in the stone hearth with the aromas of a home-cooked dinner filling the cabin. Whitetail Lodge makes mealtimes a breeze with a fully equipped kitchen and family dining table, plus there's an outdoor dining area and a gas grill for cookouts on the deck. If you're traveling with kids, features such as gated decks and two full baths with tubs make Whitetail Lodge perfect for family getaways. Bonus: the main bedroom and the upper-level bedroom both have their own TV with satellite service! For groups that need additional sleeping space, there's a queen sleeper sofa in the loft area. A ping-pong table in the garage keeps the young and young-at-heart entertained. Whether your group wants easy access to fun mountain activities or an abundance of well-deserved R and R, Whitetail Lodge has exactly what you've been looking for in a Smoky Mountain log cabin! This property was formerly called O'Leary's Hideaway Cabin. Amenities • Pet-Friendly • 3-Story Home • Fully Equipped Kitchen • 2 Bedrooms: 2 King Beds • 2 Full Baths • Wood Fireplace • Satellite and Smart TVs • Ping-Pong Table • Covered Wrap-Around Porch with Swing • Outdoor Dining and Seating • Gas Grill • Private Hot Tub • Fire Pit • Year-Round Mountain Views • Square Footage of Home: 1,530 sq ft Bed/Bath Arrangements • Main Level: Bedroom One - 1 King Bed; Full Bath • Upper Level: Bedroom Two - 1 King Bed • Bonus Sleeping: 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa in Upper-Level Loft Area and 1 Twin Bed in Bedroom Two Location Details Whitetail Lodge is only four miles from Interstate 40, where you can access all of the best attractions of Western North Carolina. Explore the picturesque community of Maggie Valley, home to a handful of dining and shopping options (18 min.), visit Waynesville and its revitalized historic Frog Level district (22 min.), drive the Blue Ridge Parkway (24 min. to closest entrance), and spend an evening catching a show at Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort (43 min.). Take a day trip to Asheville to explore its thriving culinary and art scenes and area attractions such as the Biltmore House and River Arts District. Outdoor activities in the area include whitewater rafting, kayaking, fly fishing, and, just 30 minutes away, skiing and snowboarding at Cataloochee Ski Area. This Asheville vacation rental is located in Waynesville and is approximately 35 minutes to downtown Asheville, 2,783ft above sea level Important Property Notes • 4WD/AWD Recommended in Winter: During the winter months and inclement weather, a 4WD/AWD vehicle is recommended to access this property. Please ensure your vehicle has sufficient clearance (i.e. SUV, Truck, or raised sedan). Low-clearance vehicles with 4WD/AWD are not recommended. For the extra effort, however, you are rewarded with seclusion, beauty, and a lot of fun just getting there! • Travel Insurance Recommended: During the winter months we ask you to please consider CSA Travel Insurance to protect your vacation investment from potential winter weather events that could prevent access to the home. • Noise Ordinance: Whitetail Lodge is located in a quiet neighborhood and has a very low noise tolerance. The home is under a noise ordinance between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. It is not suitable for groups that are looking for late nights of celebration on the deck. Carolina Mornings offers many properties that offer seclusion, so if this is an inconvenience for you, please give us a call and we will help you find the perfect property to match your needs! • Firewood is not provided for guest use. If you plan on using the indoor wood stove and/or the outdoor fire pit, please purchase wood locally upon arrival. Property Cancellation Policy Please note that this property’s Non-Refundable Period is 31 days prior to arrival. If your reservation is made within this period, it will be non-refundable from the time of booking. Cancellations are permitted outside of this period, per our vacation rental agreement. We encourage you to consider travel insurance to help protect your vacation investment against the unknown! Learn more about Travel Insurance here. Mountain Discovery Pass Each reservation staying 28 days or less includes our exclusive Mountain Discovery Pass, which includes one Biltmore Estate pass, in addition to a ticket for other seasonal attractions that are sure to delight and entertain! This special offer is only available with Carolina Mornings, and is our special gift to you during your stay. (Ticket(s) must be used during your stay. Terms apply, please inquire for more information.)