Quiet tiny house, 10 min to Cherokee casino
Whittier, NC, United States
The back deck faces nothing but trees, and it's completely private. Morning coffee, evening drinks, stargazing. A tiny house in the Smoky Mountains, 10 minutes to Harrah's Cherokee Casino and 18 to the national park. The upper level combines the queen bed and full bathroom into one open space, designed for couples or solo travelers. Full kitchen with full-size appliances and a wooded setting quiet enough that birdsong wakes you up.
Good to know
From outside it looks like a tiny house. Inside, the pine walls and layout make it feel bigger than you'd expect. Full kitchen along one wall with a stove, oven, fridge, microwave, and coffee maker. Living area with a couch and TV. The queen bed is in the loft above, reached by steep built-in stairs. The back deck is where most of the stay happens. Completely private, facing nothing but trees, with seating and a hammock. Hummingbirds in the warmer months, fireflies in the evenings, and dark enough at night for real stargazing. The home works well as a base for day trips, and coming back to something quiet at the end of the day is the best part. On a rainy evening, the sound of water on the roof is worth the trip by itself.
Other Details to Note
Loft Bed: The queen bed is elevated and reached by steep built-in stairs. The ceiling is low in the loft. All guests should be comfortable climbing up and down. Open Bathroom: The full bathroom (toilet, sink, shower) is in the same room as the bed with no separating wall or door. This is a common tiny house layout and works well for couples and solo travelers. If bathroom privacy is important to you, this layout may not be the right fit. Road and Driveway: The road to the property is paved but can cause issues for low-clearance vehicles. The driveway itself is mostly flat and gravel. Motorcycle riders have stayed without issue. Another Cabin on the Property: There is another vacation rental cabin on the property, visible from the front of the tiny house. You share the driveway and have private parking, deck, and yard. The back deck faces only woods and is completely private. Arriving After Dark: The property can be tricky to find at night. Follow the check-in directions and photos we send before your arrival rather than relying on GPS. Plan to arrive before dark if you can. Internet: Wifi is available. For remote work or anything that requires a reliable connection, bring a mobile hotspot as backup just in case. Designed for Two: This home is built for two guests. Not suitable for children or infants. No pets.
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
What this place offers
Common
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning products
- Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
- Dishes and silverware
- Essentials Towels, bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and pillows
- Hair dryer
- Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
- Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
- TV
- Wifi
Bathroom
- Body soap
- Conditioner
- Hot Water
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
Bedroom and laundry
- Bed linens
- Extra pillows and blankets
- Hangers
- Iron
- Clothing storage
Entertainment
- Ethernet connection
Family
- Board games
Heating and cooling
- Ceiling fan
- Indoor fireplace
Home safety
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector
Kitchen and dining
- Baking sheet
- Blender
- Coffee
- Coffee maker
- Dining table
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
Location features
- Private entrance Separate street or building entrance
Outdoors
- Garden or backyard
- Outdoor seating
- Patio or balcony
Parking and facilities
- Free parking on premises
Accessibility and Availability
Neighborhood
The home is on Varner's Ridge in Whittier, tucked between Cherokee and Bryson City in the Smoky Mountains. The location puts you within a short drive of the casino, the national park, downtown Bryson City (restaurants, breweries, the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad), and downtown Sylva (restaurants, shops, a college-town feel). The road to the property is paved, and you're on the highway within a few minutes. Depending on the season, the area draws hikers, anglers, tubers, train weekend visitors, and fall color chasers.
Guest Access
- Entire tiny house with queen bed - Full kitchen - Full bathroom with shower - Living area with TV - Private back deck with seating - Hammock - Wooded surroundings - Dedicated parking spot - WiFi - Keypad entry
Find us
Whittier, NC, United States
Everything is a short drive from this location. The property is off the highway, so you're trading a few extra minutes of drive time for a quiet, wooded setting. - Harrah's Cherokee Casino: 10 minutes - Downtown Bryson City: 10 minutes - Great Smoky Mountains National Park (Oconaluftee entrance): 18 minutes - Downtown Sylva: 16 minutes - Sequoyah National Golf Club: 7 minutes - Oconaluftee Indian Village: 13 minutes The driveway is mostly flat gravel. Low-clearance vehicles may have trouble on the road getting to the property. Motorcycle riders have stayed without issue. AWD or 4WD is strongly recommended when snow or ice is in the forecast, as mountain roads can get slick. Rideshare availability in the area is limited.
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