Spirit Elk Lodge is an upscale, Hiawatha Log Cabin lodge at 4,200' elevation up in the beautiful Smoky Mountains in Western North Carolina. Situated between Waynesville and Maggie Valley, the lodge is in the exclusive gated Smoky Mountain Retreat at Eagle’s Nest – a premier 1,000 acre sanctuary and luxury log cabin community ranked as one of “America’s 10 Best Log Home Communities” by Log Home Living Magazine.
Main Level: Large living room with 35' wood burning stone fireplace, TV, dining table, open kitchen layout with breakfast bar, 6 burner Viking gas cooktop, Walk-In Pantry, Coffee/Wine Bar, 1/2 bath and laundry room. Master queen bedroom with master bathroom with a jet-tub, shower and private toilet room. Doors off the main level open to the front deck that includes the gazebo the with the hot tub and sitting area around.
Upper Level: Spacious loft, entertainment bonus room with two twin beds, three bedrooms on this floor.
First queen bedroom with shared bathroom to loft yet with privacy. Second queen bedroom & third bedroom twin over full, sharing full bathroom.
Experience a mountain vacation retreat without having to sacrifice comfort and elegance. Have all the conveniences of your own home in this fully equipped cabin. As you enter this beautifully gated community, you will be greeted by cascading streams, a picnic area and large playground, all accessible to our guests.
This area has a wealth of activities for adults and children alike including hiking, fishing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, golf, skiing, tubing, antiquing and more.
GARAGE NOT AVAILABLE FOR GUESTS
**Outdoor driveway camera's**
DO NOT MOVE ANY FURNITURE OR REMOVE ANY ITEMS FROM ROOMS
PLEASE READ BEFORE RESERVING: NO MOTORCYCLES OR SLINGSHOTS ARE ALLOWED IN THIS COMMUNITY.
- Minimum age of responsible party must be 25
- No events or parties
- Garage not available
4 Night Minimum Stay Required
7 night Minimum for Holidays
Rates:
$475 - Low Season (Jan -June)
$525 - High Season (July-Dec except Holidays)
Holidays: 7 nights minimum
$550 - Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.
11% tax will be applied to rent.
The Damage Protection of $50 is a required item that will be added to the reservation.
Optional 6.5% Trip Insurance will be applied to rent.
Deposit Required for Reservations.
$50 Damage Protection Plan
$65 Reservation Fee (plus tax)
Hot-Tub Fee $100 Spa Towels are provided.
Cleaning Fee: $380
Firewood Notice: Not all wood-burning fireplaces will provide firewood at the property. We can have firewood delivered to the property per request; we offer 1/4 cord for $100 or 1/2 cord for $180. Please order ahead before your arrival.
The Smoky Mountain Retreat at Eagle’s Nest subdivision does not permit motorcycles or trailers on the mountain.
Rooms & Amenities
| Property Type | Cabin / Bungalow , 2 Story |
| Unit Code | SpiritEl |
| Beds | 3 Queen, 2 Twin, 1 Bunk |
| Bathrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms |
| Rooms | Sleeps 10 , 3 queens 2 twins 1 bunk |
| Pets | No Pets Allowed |
| Standard Amenities | king, queen, shower, toilet, tub, twin/ single, autumn foliage, botanical garden, churches, cinemas, festivals, forests, library, museums, playground, recreation center, restaurants, theme parks, water parks, waterfalls, winery tours, Dining, Games, Satellite / Cable, Television, Air Conditioning, Clothes Dryer, Fireplace, Heating, Internet, Iron & Board, Linens Provided, Living Room, Parking, Towels Provided, Washing Machine, Wifi, Free Wifi, Fire pit, Coffee Maker, Dishes & Utensils, Dishwasher, Ice Maker, Kitchen, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stove, Toaster, Dining Table, antiquing, bird watching, eco tourism, gambling casinos, outlet shopping, photography, scenic drives, walking, ATM/bank, fitness center, groceries, hospital, laundromat, medical services, Mountain, Mountain View, Balcony, Deck / Patio, Outdoor Grill, Hot Tub, bedroom, hiking, rafting, skiing, swimming, water tubing, whitewater rafting, children welcome, non smoking only, Long-term Renters Welcome, flexible, necessary, Dining Area, Adventure, Away From It All, Family, Smoke detectors |
| Kitchen | Full Kitchen, Refrigerator, Coffee Maker, Microwave, Toaster |
| Living | Central Air, Ceiling Fans, Linens, Washer & Dryer, Ironing Board, High Speed Internet, Fireplace |
| Business | Nearby ATM, Nearby Post Office, Nearby Bank |
| Convenience | Area FitnessCenter, Nearby Medical Services, Nearby Grocery, Outlet Shopping, Movie Theatres, Golf Course, Spa and Wellness, Casinos |
| Outdoor | Deck, Balcony, Gas Grill, Hot Tub |
| Geographic | Close to Town |
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Average Rating (Based on 1194 Reviews)
Property condition: Location: Cleanliness: Services from rental manager: Overall satisfaction:Average Vacation Rental Rating (Based on 6 Reviews)
Property condition: Location: Cleanliness: Services from rental manager: Overall satisfaction:83.333333333333% of our reviewers would recommend this vacation rental.
split personality
Stayed 5 days ending June 2026
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Split personality
With a million-dollar view from a deck in disrepair this stunning cabin contradicts itself and I feel at the price point there could be improvements.
The master bath was remarkable with a tub drain and ceiling fan that needed fixed. The upstairs bathrooms were incredible and the bedrooms a dream although the floors could use a good vacuum and a balcony door jam was filled with debris. For all the lovely throw pillows I would rather have had more bed pillows. The kitchen was wonderful with all the amenities but some pots and pans were dirty and some simply needed replaced. The fireplace was wonderful with plenty of dry wood available and I cannot say enough about the incredible view. But the hot tub was less than desirable with no chemicals in the dispenser and the composite decking had nails popping up in places near the tub, rather than being properly screwed down. To be fair the maintenance man was great and help was just a phone call away. But when time is precious and limited you want everything as close to perfect as possible. Along with numerous unmentioned inconveniences, this cabin was well stocked, beautifully decorated and with a little attention and love could be perfect.
- Debbie T. from marion, IN, US
July visit
Stayed 16 days ending July 2025
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Enjoyed the cooler weather, large spacious lodge and incredible views from the deck.
- William R. from Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, recommends this vacation rental
Great house and great stay! Our family had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 days ending June 2023
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Everything was perfect. The house was clean. Plenty of towels, etc.
We will come again.
- Karen M. from Hanahan, SC
Great Thanksgiving Stay at Spirit Elk Lodge!
Stayed 6 days ending November 2024
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Quintessential cabin life! Nestled in the beautiful mountains of Maggie Valley, this treasure provided the perfect log cabin experience. Amenities were spot on, and the service was top-notch. Highly recommend for an unforgettable getaway!
- Wendy P. from Belleair, FL,
Manager Responded on 3/26/2025
Hello Wendy! We are glad to hear we provided you with top-notch service! Smoky Mountain Retreat appreciates the feedback and we would love to have you back at Spirit Elk Lodge again : )
Awesome Osito!
Stayed 4 days ending October 2022
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Four of us flew from Dallas to play golf, gamble and relax. The house was so perfect!!!
- Harvey C. from Irving, Texas,
Spring Break in the Smokies
Stayed 7 days ending April 2023
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We had a wonderful time at Osito Lodge. The property was perfect for our two families. We explored the Smokies, hiked, fished, and did a lot of relaxing at the lodge. There was plenty of room for us to spread out, we enjoyed the deck and the hot tub. The kitchen was very well stocked and we ate in almost every night. Thanks to SMR and the owners for a wonderful stay!
- Anonymous from Midland, MI,
Manager Responded on 4/26/2023
Thank you so much. So glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to you returning again in the future.