The Sanctuary-Pet Friendly Luxury Cabin Rental, Sits on Top of the Mountain, High Speed Internet, Hot Tub, 30 Minutes to Great Smoky Mountains, in Nantahala NC

The Sanctuary is a mountain cabin that redefines luxury—an executive one-bedroom cabin with exceptional amenities that include an outdoor living room with a fireplace, an exercise room with a view, and a full game room with an indoor basketball goal. While designed primarily for couples, the cabin can accommodate up to six, a Murphy bed with a privacy screen and custom-built hide-away bunk beds in the den/game room.

Perched on a mountaintop, The Sanctuary offers long-range views of the adjacent Nantahala National Forest. To make the most of the breathtaking scenery, there are two levels of large, wrap-around decks equipped with plenty of seating. The cabin also features a gas grill for outdoor BBQs and a see-through fireplace in the master bedroom that opens to the en-suite bathroom.

The lower-level slate deck boasts a large hot tub by the stainless gas log fireplace, overlooking the mountain view. The outdoor living room is furnished with comfy sofas in front of a wood-burning stone fireplace—perfect for enjoying a lazy afternoon with a glass of wine.