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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

8 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 20650 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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 Hive Lodge - A Place Where Busy Bees Rest

The Hive Lodge | A Spacious & Unique Mountain Retreat in the Smokies

Discover the charm and history of The Hive Lodge, a one-of-a-kind large family mountain retreat that was originally built to be a schoolhouse! Conveniently located just 10 miles from Bryson City, NC, and Cherokee, NC, this expansive lodge is perfect for hosting larger families and groups looking for a peaceful escape in the Great Smoky Mountains. Tucked away 1.5 miles up a gravel road, this secluded sanctuary lets you unwind in nature while offering modern comforts and breathtaking mountain views. Whether you're here to relax, explore, or reconnect, The Hive Lodge delivers an unforgettable Smoky Mountain experience!


THE PROPERTY
🏡 Spacious & Historic Lodge – Originally a schoolhouse, now a mountain retreat
🌲 Secluded 1.5-Mile Gravel Road Escape – All vehicles can access the property | Privacy & serenity await
🌄 Breathtaking Mountain Views – Overlooks Waterrock Knob & Great Smoky Mountains National Park
🔥 Multiple Living Areas, Game Room & Fire Pit** – Perfect for group gatherings and family reunions
🪑 Screened Porch & Rocking Chairs – Unwind with the sounds of nature
♿ Wheelchair-Accessible Entrances on Both Levels


BEDROOMS & SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS


UPPER LEVEL: (5 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms)
🛏 Waterrock Knob Room – Queen Bed + Twin Bed, Stunning Mountain Views
🛏 Waterfalls Room – Queen Bed, Local Waterfall-Themed Decor
🛏 Fontana Lake Room – Queen Bed, Best Mountain Views & Private Bathroom Access
🛏 Mountain Retreat Room – Queen Bed + Crib
🛏 Great Smokies Streams Room – Queen Bed + Located in the game room


BATHROOMS: (3 Full Bathrooms)
🛁Bathroom 1 - Full Bathroom

🛁Bathroom 2 - Full Bathroom with multiple vanities and a washer and dryer for guest use.

🛁Bathroom 3 - Full Bathroom off the game room. This bathroom also features a cedar sauna.


LOWER LEVEL: (3 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms)
🛏 Alum Cave Room – Queen Bed, Dark & Quiet (Perfect for Late Sleepers!)
🛏 Mountain Views Room – Two Queen Beds, Private Exterior Access
🛏 Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Room – Three Queen Beds, Adjoining Bathroom + Perfect for the kiddos!


BATHROOMS: (3 Full Bathrooms)

🛁 Bathroom 1 - Full Bathroom | Large bathroom with double vanity | Jack N Jill Style off the Great Smoky Mountain Railroads themed bedroom.

🛁 Bathroom 2 - Full Bathroom in center off the kitchen | Large bathroom with double vanity |

🛁 Bathroom 3 - Full Bathroom with a stall shower | off the living room | Jack N Jill style with the Alum cave bedroom.

KITCHEN & DINING

🍽 Fully Equipped Kitchen – Stovetop, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, etc.
☕ Coffee Maker & Cooking Essentials – Just like home!
🪑 Dining Table for 14 + Bar Seating – Ideal for group meals


KITCHENETTE
🍻Located in the Upper Level Game Room | Features an additional refrigerator, oven toaster, sink, and coffee maker.


LODGE FEATURES
🔥 Massive Cozy Living Room Spaces – Two Large Couches & Rocker Chairs
📺 70” Smart TV – Perfect for Family Movie Nights & Sports
🎯 Game Room – Ping Pong, Pool Table, Ring Toss, Poker Table, Foosball Table, & Giant Jenga
📶 High-Speed WiFi
❄️ Central Heating & Air Conditioning
🛁 Sauna for Ultimate Relaxation


OUTDOOR SPACE
🌄 Fire Pit with Seating by the Stream – Enjoy starlit nights & s’mores while listening to the ambient stream in our peaceful and private mountain setting
🪑 Screened Porch with Rocking Chairs – Peaceful & perfect for morning coffee
🌿 Hammocks Overlooking the Mountains – The ultimate relaxation spot
🏞 Large Open Field - Perfect for some group games! (No Vehicles)

WHAT MAKES THE HIVE LODGE SPECIAL?
✔️ Designed for Large Groups – Spacious layout with plenty of room to spread out
✔️ Unbeatable Views – Year-round panoramas of Waterrock Knob & the Smokies
✔️ Handcrafted Decor – Locally made furniture & artwork, crafted with love
✔️ Secluded Yet Accessible – Just 3 miles from Smoky Mountain Country Club
✔️ Wheelchair-Friendly Features – Level entry & wide doorways along with a very open space downstairs



IN NEED OF MORE SPACE?
The Hive Lodge delivers an unforgettable Smoky Mountain experience for large groups of up to 20 total persons! Need even more room? Check out our Wesser Creek Village listing; which includes both The Hive Lodge as well as our 3/2 cabin on the property called The Historic Ol Gun Range Cabin! We can accommodate up to 30 guests between the two cabins!


EXPLORE THE AREA
The Hive Lodge is an ideal home base for exploring the Great Smoky Mountains, offering convenient access to Bryson City, Cherokee, and surrounding attractions. Whether you're looking for Bryson City vacation rentals, pet-friendly cabins in the Smoky Mountains, or a secluded mountain lodge, you’ve found the perfect spot.

📍 Nearby Attractions:
🏙 Bryson City** – 10 miles
🎰 Harrah’s Cherokee Casino – 12 miles
🚂 Great Smoky Mountains Railroad & Polar Express – 12 miles
🏞 Deep Creek (Great Smoky Mountains National Park) – 12 miles
⛰ Nantahala Gorge – 20 miles
⛳ Smoky Mountain Country Club – 3 miles
🏍 Tail of the Dragon – 55 miles
🏛 Western Carolina University – 22 miles
🏙 Asheville – 66 miles

BOOK YOUR STAY TODAY!

We would love to welcome you and your family to The Hive Lodge for an unforgettable mountain getaway. If you have any questions, feel free to call or text us at Smoky Mountain Stays—we're happy to help!

Property manager

Brian

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Eco-friendly toiletries

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Unit size: 7000 sq ft (650 sq m)

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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
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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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

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About the neighborhood

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Whittier, NC

What's nearby

  • Smoky Mountain Country Club - 9 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Sequoyah National Golf Club - 20 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 23 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 23 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 25 min drive - 17.2 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 151 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪La Poblana - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Hive Lodge - A Place Where Busy Bees Rest pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Hive Lodge - A Place Where Busy Bees Rest?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Hive Lodge - A Place Where Busy Bees Rest?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Hive Lodge - A Place Where Busy Bees Rest located?

This family-friendly Whittier cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Smoky Mountain Country Club. Tuckasegee River and Sequoyah National Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Hive Lodge - A Place Where Busy Bees Rest Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Archie S.

Cozy, fun and relaxing
The house is large, clean, fUn and RELAXING.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Beau B., Greenville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a mountain getaway.
House was clean and had plenty of activities. Brian was very helpful with questions about the area. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul H D.

Fantastic!!!
This is a perfect retreat for a large family gathering!!! We enjoyed every minute!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Seclusion and Beauty
The property is beautiful, and the setting is perfect. The sound of the two streams running along side of the hive was relaxing and made our stay a true relaxing vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jake A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Team Trip
We had our team here for a weekend retreat. Property was great and plenty of room for everyone. The views from the porch were amazing and the sound of the creeks were southing. Great weekend escape.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Polar Express weekend
This was the perfect place for our group of 18 ranging from 18mos to 65! Plenty of room and we didn't feel crowded at all! Outside fire put was perfect for smores after the Polar Express!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Perfect Family Christmas
We are a family of 17 with ages ranging from 3-71. I booked the Hive Lodge with hopes of our family being able to spend quality time together with plenty to do and not be crowded. This place did not disappoint. We all had plenty of bedrooms and space to lounge, eat and play. We had a ping pong tournament! It was so much fun. Prison city is nearby and we enjoyed ice cream and shopping in the quaint city. The grounds were nice with a fire-it that we used nightly. I would recommend The Hive Lodge for large families to come together.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving
The property was roomy for our group of 18. We could all get in the great room with our being in each others way. The drive up to the property was a little scary but thankfully I didn’t have to drive. The young folks thought nothing of it as they ventured out each day sometime several times. I’m 85 and could have done it but I didn’t thanks to my children.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D., South Bend, IN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
The Hive is absolutely amazing! Clean, spacious, excellent area. We had 2 dogs with us, plenty of yard to walk them. The owners are super helpful, nice. We went golfing at Smoky Mountain Country Club, just a short drive. Excellent! The casino was an easy drive, fun. The road up to the cabin was not bad, we had a cargo van. No problems. We have nothing negative to write, all positive. Hope we can return someday.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donovan C.

BEAUTIFUL and SPACIOUS, with a down home feel and subtle family touches everywhere you look.
Our stay here was perfect! They really went above and beyond to help my family celebrate my mother's 70th birthday. I will be forever grateful as we really made some great memories while staying here. The location is ideal! Its very close to Cherokee as we took a short trip to the casino there. We also took the short trip over to Asheville for a comedy tour and lunch. With six bedrooms, large plush couches, multiple bathrooms, and two kitchens, this place can cover the needs of any size group and you will not feel crowded at all. If you are considering a trip for you and you family, do yourself a favor and stop looking and book the "The Hive" right now! You will enjoy every moment.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Temperance R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get away
We spent days looking for the right place for a short stay in the mountains. My daughter had a gymnastics meet just 2 hours south of here and we wanted to spend some family time while we were all close. We finally landed on this wonderful place. We arrived late at night and we were slightly intimidated by the steep drive up however we all made it uo without 4x4 which was great. We were impressed by the size of the property and unique layout we had a great time exploring. We had a fire and thanks to the information provided by the host we had grabbed firewood before hand to make sure we didnt have to go searching around the property. We roasted smoars and the next day had a long awaited and needed resting day we got to take in the beauty of the land and enjoy each others company. We were expecting snow the next day the host contacted us that evening and explained the procedure and important information we were so happy to have a host that was helpful and kind. We had the best time building snowman and playing in the snow overall i would highly recommend this place we never left and had one of the best times 5 stars
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

michael k.

Great house - small things lessened the visit
The housing arrangement for our week was great - family's were able to spread out - have privacy and central eating and relaxing space. [FYI - if you only get 1/2 of the facility you could miss out on washer/dryer]. The remoteness was awesome. Quiet mornings, days and evenings. The fire pit was really a lot of fun. The drive in and out - really wasn't an issue, even in inclement weather. Th hills did cause a couple drivers to be concerned but they made out fine. The thing that didn't really feel right or make this place like other VRBO homes was the lack of "home". Small things like no coffee only filters, no spices [even leftovers from others], 1 roll of toilet paper per bathroom, not a great working grill or grill tools, not enough garbage bags not even a starter firewood roll for first evening [$3.00 at the IGA] - Like I said, it really lacked the homeiness that we have experienced at other VRBO properties and other private rentals.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First Annual
Perfect space, felt at home. Perfect mountain retreat. Already booked another week
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben D., Husser, LA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable Stay
This is our second time staying at The Hive lodge. The first time was a few years ago and only a section of the upstairs was available. This time the entire lodge was open and it was great. We had 14 in our party and still had 2 rooms we did not use. There is plenty of room in the lodge as well as convenient parking. The lodge is very clean and plenty of amenities and supplies included. Having a nice yard area is defiantly a plus since most cabins don't have yard space. We enjoyed our stay and will defiantly be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Britt W., Raleigh NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Getaway
Superb accommodations. Great hosts. A little steep for 2wd on gravel, but worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin and host
This house is exactly what you’re looking for if you are in need of a getaway while still wanting to be close to the fun of a casino. There is more than enough space and Brian the host is super friendly and honest when it comes to setting expectations. Like other reviews, cell and internet service is spotty but we weren’t there to work or play on phones. We had no problems and hope to be back soon to the Hive!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
It was a perfect family getaway! To be honest we didn't mind not having the wifi it was the perfect opportunity to hang out play some pool, board games, enjoy family time. Lots of room for everyone... very nicely decorated for Christmas too! We wanted to see snow and in our last day we got to see the dusting of snow :-) Brian was very responsive to any questions/concerns we had. Definitely recommend this house for your next family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin seclusion
Back in the mountains away from the noise! Huge cabin both lower and upper floors-great for everyone to enjoy playing pool, ping pong, huge Jenga blocks, checkers, Cd player, TV with sports, etc. Quiet and plenty of rooms and bathrooms for all of us. Huge kitchen and eating tables. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Candace S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family home
Great place to meet for a family vacation, plenty of room for the whole family. Lots of room to spread out.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay, great communication, definitely recommend
This place was clean, secluded and in good condition. There's a ping pong table, pool table and corn hole boards to keep you entertained while hanging out. The kitchen is well stocked with whatever you need and there's plenty of places to sit and hangout for the whole crowd. We really enjoyed it and had a great time. Only drawback (very minor one) was that the wi-fi was a bit spotty but that's not surprising given the location. All in all I definitely recommend and would go back in a heart beat
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

scott m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Wonderful stay. Brian was great and very responsive. Would recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Pradeep M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Cabin - perfect for a big group
The only reason we rated it a 4 stars is because the upstairs and downstairs are like different units and no connectivity from inside downstairs to upstairs. The other thing is the WiFi a couple of us needed to work a day on the trip and WiFi didn't help. Other than the above it is a wonderful cabin for large group of people and the view in the morning is amazing. Plenty of space both inside and outside. A couple of recommendations would be Fix the WiFi if possible and also have a few additional blankets both downstairs and upstairs. Overall we are very happy, Brian was very helpful and we will rent it again in future.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place
This cabin is very large and very family friendly. Amazing!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021