Location: Aah.. Time Flies is conveniently located in a gated community off Highway 28 N just outside of Bryson City, NC. This cabin is just a few sort minutes from the Almond Boat Dock on Fontana Lake and a public lake access point that is popular for swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing, and more! The mountain biking mecca of the Eastern United States, Tsali Recreation Center is less than 10 minutes away. And the outdoor adventurous fun of the Nantahala Gorge like white water rafting and zip lining is only a 15 minute trip away. Bryson City is about a 25 minutes drive from this cabin where you can enjoy the charming shops, restaurants, and breweries or check out the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad train depot located downtown. You can also access the Deep Creek entrance into the GSMNP while in town. Deep Creek is packed with great hiking trails, beautiful waterfalls, and in the Spring and Summer months, tubing! Access Road: Cars and Most All Vehicles- Paved and hard packed gravel sections on a well maintained mountain road, Switchbacks and moderate to steep incline sections possible, no washed out section. Exterior: Just off the main road you will see a welcoming arched gateway to your left that will take you up a short gravel driveway to your cabin, Time Flies! This cabin sits dreamily atop the mountainside overlooking Fontana Lake and the surrounding forestry. There is something very magical about where the mountains meets the lakes, and the views from this cabin will immediately captivate you and have you feeling like you are on top of the world! Looking at the cabin from the outside, you will quickly see why this cabin is an award winner of which no detail has been spared! From the perfectly manicured landscape to the exemplary exterior logs that make up the cabin frame, Time Flies is spectacular! On the deck you can enjoy the views from the comforts of beautifully crafted wooden seating with both chairs and porch swing options available for soaking in the sights. The hot tub is tucked away on the side of the deck slightly secluded from the rest of the property and showcases the panoramic scenery. The deck also is equipped with a gas grill and adorable picnic table for your enjoyment. Down in the yard there is a delightful hammock and a stone fire pit with more comfortable seating options. Entry Level: The parking area will perfectly place you in front a set of stairs that will take you to the entrance door to Time Flies. As you enter, you are warmly welcomed into the open floor plan of this cabin. To your right you will find the kitchen, equipped with stainless steel appliances and spacious granite counter tops. In the center of the kitchen, you will find a charming bar stool style table that seats four. Adjoining the kitchen is the living room flooded with spectacular natural lighting from the vaulted ceilings and high rising windows. There are two leather couches for you to relax on while watching the flat screen TV, or enjoying the fireplace. To the left of the front door will lead you into the master bedroom equipped with a queen size bed, a flat screen TV, and a fireplace that adjoins the living room. There are a set of sliding glass doors in the master bedroom that will take you out onto the deck for a relaxing soak in the hot tub. Directly across from the master bedroom you will find the lower level bathroom, equipped with his and her granite sink vanities and a standing shower encased with glass doors. Loft: Directly across from the entry way door, there is a spiral staircase that will lead you up to the loft area of the cabin. Upstairs you will find a set of bunk beds and an adjacent queen size bed for your sleeping pleasure. Kids will love the loft for the Foosball Game Table, and adults will love the endless mountain and lake views you can see from this upper level of the cabin. There is a second bathroom upstairs, equipped with granite counter tops and a spacious standing shower. ---- Pet Policy: This cabin is PET FRIENDLY. If you are bringing a pet along for your visit, there is an ADDITIONAL $95 pet fee that must be added to your reservation after it is confirmed. We can add your pet fee to your reservation through a 'special request' on Airbnb once your reservation is confirmed, or you are welcome to pay the pet fee over the phone by calling our office anytime. There are maximum pet restrictions set by the individual cabin owners, so be sure to inquire what the restrictions may be for your cabin if you are planning to bring more than one pet with you. Please read our House Rules for more information and specifics about our Pet Policies.