Vacation rentals in Balsam

The Kenmar Cabin at Mountain Dell-Cozy Cabin

Make the KenMar Cabin at Mountain Dell your home base and enjoy all that Western North Carolina has to offer. Located in a rural residential area with a scattering of farms, yet only ten minutes from shopping and restaurants in downtown Waynesville. Within an easy drive of hundreds of miles of hiking and 40 minutes from Asheville or the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, there is plenty to do. For those who want to do less, you can sit in the sunroom or on the deck and watch the horses graze.

Red Cottage

Your stay at Red Cottage will be comfortable, easily accessible, and minutes away from Canton, Waynesville, and Maggie Valley. The circa 1950’s Cottage is fully renovated inside and out. Beautiful front porch and lovely sitting area in the rear of the Cottage. We are climate controlled with a mini split HVAC to keep you toasty warm in spring, fall, and winter and comfortably cool in the summer. Internet access and TVs in the living room and master bedroom. Washer and dryer included. Welcome!

Cold Mountain View Cabin

Breathtaking views of Cold Mountain and Mt Pisgah greet you from the large porch of this qaint, pet friendly, sparkling- clean cabin in the community of Bethel. This pine sided 12'x20' cabin sits on 5 manicured acres surrounded by a creek. Enjoy all the activities that Western North Carolina has to offer. This small cabin is close to hiking and mountain biking trails, waterfalls and the Blue Ridge Parkway. It is 30 minutes from the eclectic Asheville or 15 minutes from laid back Waynesville.

Hottub+Creek+ 9.1 Miles WCU+ Fire pit

Cozy Creek Cabin is a charming Log Cabin near the Smoky Mountain National Park. Come enjoy the peaceful sound of the creek while putting your feet up in the hot tub. Snuggle up by the fire pit and enjoy roasting marshmallows while taking in the sounds of nature. Centrally located with the feeling of nature around you, but close to downtown with restaurants and breweries close by. Only 9.1 miles to WCU Cook at ease from home with a full kitchen and grocery stores down the paved road to cabin.

Catamount Cottage Studio across from WCU!

Catamount Cottage is a quaint retreat for either a single traveler or a couple. Located less than 1/2 mile from WCU and a 15-minute drive from downtown Sylva, it's perfect for work or play! This modern studio cottage is situated on a private drive in a residential area. The kitchenette, with granite countertops and an eat-in bar, has all of the amenities you might need. If there is work to do, you can utilize the dedicated high-speed internet and work from the bar-top or on the front deck.

High Calling

High Calling is the lower level of a home on Cataloochee Mountain, at 4300’ elevation. Enjoy the panoramic views year round from a private covered porch or around the fire pit as you relax with the peaceful sound of the creek below. A charcoal grill is also provided. Two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed, the other with one full bed and one twin bed face mountain views. A sitting area with a television and games, kitchenette and coffee station are provided, along with snacks and drinks.

Starswept Studio–Near GSMNP, BRP, Food and Skiing

Welcome to Starswept Studio! Breathe in the mountain air from the balcony of this cozy studio above a detached garage in a peaceful, private neighborhood. Perfect for adventurers or those seeking a quiet retreat, this hideaway is just eight minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Surround yourself with hiking trails, waterfalls, skiing, wildlife, and stunning views. Our spacious studio combines functionality and comfort. PLEASE NOTE: Due to severe family allergies, we are unable to host pets.

Windcrest Loft- charming retreat near the river.

Welcome to Windcrest Loft! If you’re looking for a homey place to stay while visiting the mountains, this is it! Kids and pets are welcome too. Centrally located, within minutes to shops and restaurants in Dillsboro and Sylva, 10 mins to WCU and 20 to Franklin, Bryson City & Waynesville. Convenient Tuckasegee river access across the street and close to many hiking spots! When not touring the area, relax outdoors and enjoy the antics of our resident goats, donkeys, geese and chickens.

Cozy cottage

Keep it simple at this peaceful and centrally located cottage just 5-minutes to the hospital and main street where you'll find plenty of shopping, food and craft breweries. 12- minutes to the nearest blue ridge parkway entrance, 10-minutes to rainbow trout fishing in the beautiful Tuckasegee river, 13-minutes to WCU and 23-mintues to the Cherokee casino. Come enjoy watching the green crawl up the mountains and the flowers blooming this spring in our cozy cottage!

The Burrow with a View

Refresh with a relaxing trip to the NC mountains. This spacious, modern, mountain cabin is the perfect place to spend the weekend away for a couple or a small group. Enjoy the scenic view with a fresh cup of coffee or soak in the hot tub after hiking on the parkway. This cozy cabin has everything you need for a weekend away. The Burrow is newly built and embodies a light, airy space with rustic and organic touches of live edge and other natural elements.

Beautiful Cabin 5 Min to Waynesville with Hot Tub

Come back to North Carolina! This chic cabin, a short drive from Waynesville, NC, is your ideal retreat to explore all of Western North Carolina and a close drive to Asheville. With an open concept, four bedrooms, a fireplace, and a bonus room with a pool table, there's ample space for relaxation and fun. Rejuvenate in the hot tub, dine al fresco with the new grill, or gather around the fire pit. Your perfect getaway awaits!

Secluded Cottage on the Farm-close to skiing

Retreat to the mountains in this secluded white cottage on the farm. At our little white house, you’ll be able to gaze at the twinkling constellations while enjoying the fire pit, sit on the back porch and admire the Blue Ridge Parkway in the distance while listening to the creek, and live side by side with our farm’s prize-winning Brown Swiss cattle. *Please note the fireplace is not operational.