Cabin in Swain County
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this cabin rental
Welcome to Prancing Elk Cabin - our chalet style 2 bedroom/2 bathroom cabin sits perched high atop the mountain at 2800' elevation approximately 10 minutes from Bryson City, 25 minutes from Cherokee and 1.25 hours from Asheville Regional Airport. A wall of windows provides access to stunning long range mountain views from within the cabin and the spacious deck from without. Come to relax or explore the area.
Our Cabin Features include:
- Hot Tub: 6 person Hot Tub
- Comfortable Living and Dining Area
- Downstairs bedroom with queen size bed and Loft bedroom with 2 twin beds.
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Large deck with outdoor eating and rocking chairs
- Gas Fireplace - Available Fall, Winter and Spring
- Fire Pit with Complimentary Firewood
- Propane Grill
- DISH TV
- WIFI
- Cell Phone service at cabin
- Board Games, Books and Toys
- Washer and Dryer
- Parking for 2 vehicles
- Close to Bryson City and Fontana Lake
- 20 minutes to Great Smoky Mountains National Park or Nantahala Outdoor Center
The Area
If you love the great outdoors our area has everything! Enjoy hiking, rafting, tubing, mountain biking, skiing, horseback riding, fishing, and boating just to name a few. Area attractions include Great Smoky Moutains National Park, Nantahala National Forest, Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, town of Bryson City, Harrah’s Casino in Cherokee, Fontana Lake, Cataloochee Ski Area.
Guest Access
Contact Free Check In/Out
Our cabin is built directly adjacent to another cabin but the fence and offset make our place very private. We do share a gravel driveway with 2 other cabins.
Access Road
The road leading to our cabin is a paved winding mountain road with 1000’ of elevation gain in 1 mile. If you are not familiar with mountain driving please try to arrive before dark.
A 4WD or AWD vehicle in recommeded in winter weather during January and February.
Our Cabin Features include:
- Hot Tub: 6 person Hot Tub
- Comfortable Living and Dining Area
- Downstairs bedroom with queen size bed and Loft bedroom with 2 twin beds.
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Large deck with outdoor eating and rocking chairs
- Gas Fireplace - Available Fall, Winter and Spring
- Fire Pit with Complimentary Firewood
- Propane Grill
- DISH TV
- WIFI
- Cell Phone service at cabin
- Board Games, Books and Toys
- Washer and Dryer
- Parking for 2 vehicles
- Close to Bryson City and Fontana Lake
- 20 minutes to Great Smoky Mountains National Park or Nantahala Outdoor Center
The Area
If you love the great outdoors our area has everything! Enjoy hiking, rafting, tubing, mountain biking, skiing, horseback riding, fishing, and boating just to name a few. Area attractions include Great Smoky Moutains National Park, Nantahala National Forest, Great Smoky Mountain Railroad, town of Bryson City, Harrah’s Casino in Cherokee, Fontana Lake, Cataloochee Ski Area.
Guest Access
Contact Free Check In/Out
Our cabin is built directly adjacent to another cabin but the fence and offset make our place very private. We do share a gravel driveway with 2 other cabins.
Access Road
The road leading to our cabin is a paved winding mountain road with 1000’ of elevation gain in 1 mile. If you are not familiar with mountain driving please try to arrive before dark.
A 4WD or AWD vehicle in recommeded in winter weather during January and February.
Amenities at Mountain View Cabin, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Fireplace
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Map of Swain County
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Perfect mountain escape! We had an excellent time at this beautiful cabin with an awesome view! The cabin was extremely clean and well furnished. Loved the hot tub and outdoor seating. Perfect view for morning coffee! Excellent host! We will be back!
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Amazing time, super clean cabin. We had a wonderful time. Thank you!
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
The house was perfect for our family and pups, we enjoyed soaking in the hot tub after our daily adventures to the Smoky Mountains and the fire pit for roasting marshmallows and making s'mores.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Absolutely loved everything about our stay! Views were amazing! Location was perfect to visit the National Park. We will be back!
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Top rated by guests
10Outstanding
(34 Ratings)
"Perfect mountain escape! We had an excellent time at this beautiful cabin with an awesome view! The cabin was extremely clean and well furnished. Loved the hot tub and outdoor seating. Perfect view f..."
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