Camp Brannum
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Camp Brannum set at the edge of large mountain horse pasture
  • Camp Brannum set at the edge of large mountain horse pasture
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    Camp Brannum is Your Smoky Mountain base camp less than 5 minutes from the National Park entrance
  • Newly renovated 1900s hand built log cabin
  • Camp Brannum offers more outdoor spance in just the yard in the center of the circular drive than most cabins whole yard
  • large circular driveway with a large fire pit in the middle
  • the circular driveway has a large fire pit, charcoal camp grill and custom picnic table
  • Private circular Drive so you can park next to the front steps or alongside the cabin
  • The large flat circular driveway makes pulling in a out easy even when towing a large horse or motorcycle trailer.
  • mountain stream running through the side yard.
  • relax on the shady front porch and listen to the stream rushing past.
  • view of the front yard and stream from the front porch
  • natural mountain stream running along the side yard
  • spend a few moments feeling the warmth of the sun while setting in a swing next to a mountain stream
  • The large yard on the other side of drive way is a great spot to chase fireflies in the summer

  • the large fire pit has a lot of seating for new and old friends or family.

  • the large fire pit has a lot of seating for new and old friends or family.
  • watch horses grazing in a pasture while soaking in a hot tub
  • outdoor hot tub with view of mountain horse pasture
  • a mountain stream runs past the hot tub
  • a neighbor
  • view of Camp Brannum from neighboring pasture
  • The back yard is fenced for privacy but open to view of the mountain pasture
  • The back screened porch to enjoy the fresh mountain air and beverage or two.
  • the back porch and door to the laundry room.
  • living room has real leather sofa next to a hand built stone wood burning fireplace
  • Start a relaxing evening off setting in front of a fire you started in the fireplace
  • Fully renovated interior, living room has satellite TV, leather sofa and wood burning fireplace
  • Gas stove next to the dining table in kitchen
  • kitchen has gas stove, microwave, coffee maker and all cooking utensils
  • master bedroom has a king size bed and satellite tv
  • 2nd bedroom has 2 twin size beds
  • full bath with large walk in shower
  • the custom built cabinetry and granite vanity of the full bath
  • Washer and dryer in laundry room accessed from back screen porch
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
Maximum Occupancy
4
Guests
Cabin Features:
Region: Bryson City
Neighbors walkin' Distance
Seclusion
Rating
Deck View Narrow Mountain View
View
Type
Motorcycle Trailer Accessible
Road
Accessibility
Pet Friendly Cabin
Pet
Policy
Amenities by Room :
Entry Level
Wood Burning FireplaceFlat Screen TV With Satellite
Living Room
Full Size RefrigeratorFull Size StoveMicroWave OvenCoffee maker
Kitchen
Twin Size BedTwin Size Bed
Second Bedroom
Shower Only
Bathroom
King Size BedFlat Screen TV With Satellite
Master Bedroom
Washer & Dryer
Laundry room
Amenities Outdoors :
Outdoor Hot TubGas GrillFixed Charcoal GrillStone Fire pit in yardWireless internet
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Camp Brannum is the ideal base camp for all the outdoor activities the Smoky Mountain have to offer. This log cabin is located next to a picturesque mountain valley horse pasture that borders the Great Smoky Mountain National Park in Bryson City. This beautiful corner of the smoky mountains is known as The Settlement at Thomas Divide. Guest staying at Camp Brannum can rent the use of a horse paddock for a small fee of $15 a night per horse. Please visit the Thomas Divide page for more information if you would like to bring your horse on your next vacation. The Thomas Divide horse and hiking trail in the National Park is just a few minutes horseback ride from the pasture. A beautiful short scenic drive past the Thomas Divide trail head takes you to one of the most popular sections of the GSMNP. This area is called Deep Creek. In Deep Creek there are three beautiful waterfalls to hike to and the creek itself is a popular creek to tube down in the summer. Downtown Bryson City is about 10 minutes away from this cabin, where you can enjoy the shopping, dining, and entertainment that the town has to offer. The Cherokee Indian Reservation is about 15 minutes away where you will find Harrah’s Casino, the Oconoluftee River fun, and more! If you want a little more excitement, white water rafting on the Nantahala River is about 25 minutes away.

The Camp Brannum is a true mountain log cabin recently renovated. The wide road leading to the cabin is county maintained for easy access by all vehicle types. Off the main road is the large circular gravel driveway with plenty of space for boat, motorcycle or horse trailers. The large flat front yard is shaded by large hardwood trees and evergreens that provide privacy. An ideal spot to gather the kids around the fire pit to make s’mores or let them chase fire flies. If running around the yard is not your speed the wide front porch is a great place to sit and enjoy the fresh mountain air. Around to the back yard the mountain view opens above the acres horse pasture. Here sets the outdoor hot tub, perfectly positioned to take advantage of the mountain view. It is a relaxing experience, after a day adventures in the mountains, to soak in the hot tub while watching horses graze and play in a pasture below scenic mountains. If all this relaxation has made you hungry, cook diner under the stars on the grill and set a place at the picnic table. If the weather turns unfriendly you can retreat to the shelter of the screened porch and still enjoy the fresh mountain air and scenic view.

When stepping through the front door, you are immediately greeted by the charm of a simpler era. The same natural ruff cut square log beams of the exterior form the interior walls. The ceiling is supported by exposed wood beams throughout the cabin. New bright recessed lighting adds a clean modern touch, though you can dim the lights to set the mood when the time is right. The first room you enter is the living room. Here a comfortable leather sofa sets next to the centrally located wood burning fireplace, hand built with locally sourced stone. Opposite the sofa and to the left of the front door, a large flat screen satellite TV is mounted to the wall. To the left of the fireplace is the door to the second bedroom. This bedroom has two twin beds and a window looking out onto front porch. Stepping around either side of the central fireplace you will enter the full kitchen and dining area. The decor of the kitchen, hammered copper farm house sink, granite counter top, Gas cook top stove and staying true to an era past there is no dish washer. Next to the dining table for both ambiance and warmth on cold winter nights is a gas log stove is positioned against the back of the stone fireplace. To the left of the kitchen is a hallway. The first door on the right is the bathroom. This room is definitely not the outhouse of the past; this room is a completely modern construction though it still retains the warm natural wood and stone colors found throughout the cabin. The large marble tiled shower has a wide glass door. The hammered copper sink is surrounded by a black granite counter top and custom-built vanity cabinet. Past the bathroom the hallway ends at a door to the master bedroom. The spacious master bedroom has a king size bed and a large flat screen TV mounted in the corner.

 

CAROLINA MOUNTAIN VACATIONS
VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT

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If you have questions about this Vacation Rental Agreement, we would love to answer them for you. 
Our toll free number for questions about this agreement is: 877-488-8500.

To view required payment at Booking, Click on the "Get Quote" button.
Reservation balance due at check-in.

Military Discounts can only be applied by
Reservationist after confirmation of eligibility.
(full descriptions and details provided in VRA)

  • Payments must be made on a major credit or debit card (Master Card, Visa, Discover or American Express). Upon making your reservation, you will receive an email confirmation and a copy of our VRA. 
  • BALANCE DUE AT CHECK-IN:  All guests are required to check-in at our office in Bryson City to make payment in full of remaining balance before they are given printed directions to and lock box codes for property entry.

  • All reservations incur the following Fees:
    •  Rent set at a per night rate and unique to each property
    • Security Deposit or LDW guest must choose one option:
    • Departure Cleaning Fee, the amount of this fee will be set on a cabin by cabin basis.
    • Processing fee of 3% to cover merchant credit processing expense.
    • Applicable Taxes including State and Local
    • Pet Fee, if property is pet friendly and a pet is accompanying you on vacation,
      a non-refundable Pet Fee of $45 per pet up to a max of 3 pets is required.
All Guest are required to Choose one option below:
We understand that accidents do happen after all we are all human. Though as unintentional as accidents are, there is a cost to rectify their results. We believe the Limited Damage Waiver is the most practical method for both our Guest and Property Owners alike to provide for those expenses.
  • Pruchase Limited Damage Waiver (LDW) is a one-time non-refundable fee waiving your financial responsibility for up to $1,000 of accidental, unintentional damage. The amount of the fee is specific to each property.

  • Provide Security Deposit: (As an option to purchasing LDW) Guest may choose to provide a refundable (less damages) security deposit of $600.00 on credit or debit card at check-in. Security deposit will be refunded once the property has been fully inspected upon guest’s departure and cleared of all damages. North Carolina Law allows 30 days from departure date to inspect for damages and billed to Guest’s account. If damages exceed the Security Deposit amount, tenant will be responsible for the entire amount and the remaining cost will be charged to the tenant’s card on file. Carolina Mountain Vacations will refund security deposit (minus before mentioned expenses if necessary) within 45 days of tenant departure in accordance with NC law.

Cancellations with short notice are unfair to both Carolina Mountain Vacations as well as the Cabin owner.
If you must cancel be sure to do so at least 31 days in advance of your arrival date.
If you elected to purchase trip insurance, the travel insurance company should be contacted with the claim by tenant.

  •  All cancellations made less than 31 days of arrival are non-refundable. 
  • Cancellations made more than 31 day from arrival, initial payment will be refunded less a 75$ cancellation fee plus processing fee paid at booking and any Travel Insurance Premiums purchased.
  • No-Shows are considered a last-minute cancellation and tenant forfeits full rental payment and voids lease agreement.
  • Tenant may switch reservation to a different cabin more than 31 days prior to your arrival by payment of $30 transfer fee and difference of rates of new cabin. 
    Reservations CAN NOT be transferred to different cabin within 31 days of arrival.

NO RENTALS will be permitted to ANYONE UNDER 21 YEARS OF AGE.

All Guest are required to Check-In at our office:
 40 Greenlee Street, Bryson City, NC 28713
For Directions to our office.


CHECK-IN is AFTER 4 P.M.
At check-in:
A.) Pay any outstanding balance in full.
B.) You will be handed printed detailed directions and information to access keys to your vacation cabin on the day you check-in at our office. 
Internet mapping devises and navigation systems are NOT recommended for use in the Western NC Mountains ( GPS signal reception is spoty in the mountains).  


CHECK-OUT is by 11 A.M
.
To check-out you do not need to come by our office. Simply, Call our office to let us know you are leaving.

Before leaving the cabin Please:
* Just leave the linens and towls where they are, laundry services are part of the Departure Cleaning (not part of your Vacation)
*No need to run to the dump with your trash, we got that too. Just make sure the lids are on Tight.
*Remove all perishable food from cabinets and refrigerator.
*Start the dishwasher, if cabin is equipped. Dish soap is provided under sink
* Check for all personal belongings. Items left behind can be sent back with a $20 retrieval fee, plus shipping, will be charged
*Lock all doors and place keys back in the lock box
*Don't forget to give us a call as you head out.

Early Check-In and Late Check-Out: 
If you are planning a late arrival time to your North Carolina vacation cabin rental, please contact our cabin rental office during business hours to make arrangements. Our office hours are 9 am to 9 pm, 7 days a week. Requests for early check-in or late check-out will be considered on a case-by-case basis.  Please contact our office no less than 24 hours in advance with requests for an early arrival or late departure.  Consideration is given based upon the property’s “status” immediately prior to or following your reservation. 


Failure to disclose an accurate Guest count or the presence of unregistered Guests could result in immediate eviction, forfeiture of any remaining rent and an additional charge of $250 deducted from card on file.
Children 12 and under stay free.
Maximum occupancy refers to all persons over the age of one year old. Violations of maximum occupancy can cause property damage as well as violate local laws and regulations. (Most mountain cabins and homes run on private septic and well systems.  Overtaxing these systems can cause serious problems.) Any maximum occupancy violation constitutes a breach of contract and Guest agrees that any such violation, in addition to any other remedies herein, will result in immediate eviction of Guests, forfeiture of any remaining rent and an additional charge of $250 representing liquidated damages.

 Policies for Carolina Mountain Vacations Pet-Friendly Cabins
Guests will be required to sign the CMV Pet Policy at Check-In.

There are potential consequences for bringing an unauthorized pet onto any CMV property.

 

1.  For pet friendly cabins, there is a one time $45 non-refundable pet fee for each pet up to a max of 3 pets.  Any misrepresentation regarding the number of pets at the cabin will be charged accordingly.

2.  Pets are only permitted with prior approval.  Be sure to notify us if you are bringing a dog to one of our pet-friendly cabins. If prior approval has not been authorized and there is evidence of a pet having been at the property, the penalty may include a $200 charge, immediate removal of the pet and eviction from the cabin with the forfeiture of all rental payments.

3.  CMV only accepts well-behaved, housebroken dogs into our pet friendly cabins.  Even though we love all pets, we regret that we are unable to allow any animals other than dogs in our rental cabins.  Absolutely no cats are permitted in CMV rental cabins.  For the purpose of this agreement, the term “pet” is always used in reference to a dog. In the interest of protection your dog, a leash should always be used when your dog is outside.  While North Carolina does not have a state leash law, please note that cities and counties may have stricter regulations.  No dog shall be tied outside the Cabin unless supervised by a responsible adult

4.  As a general rule, dogs should not be left unattended in cabins.  In an unfamiliar environment dogs may act uncharacteristically and unpredictably.  They may get nervous and bark, causing a disturbance to neighbors.  Or they may harm the cabin by chewing, scratching or making messes that they would not typically make at home.  Please remember to be respectful of nearby neighbors.  Always use a crate in the rare event that a dog must be left alone.

5.  Legal Disclaimer:  Any damages to the cabin or cabin property or another person because of a pet will be the sole responsibility of the registered Guest.  Guests are held financially responsible for all physical damages to the Cabin (i.e. chewing, scratching, flea infestation, etc.) inflicted on the Cabin by the presence of a pet.  If extra cleaning is deemed reasonable due to the presence of a pet (i.e. soiled furniture and/or flooring, hair on furnishings or bedding, fleas), the Guest will be held financially responsible and the credit card on file will be charged for the amount of the repair/recovery.  CMV is not responsible for harm caused to any pet.

Please review the Road Scale info for this cabin before booking.

Guest acknowledges that access to rented property will require driving on gravel and paved mountain roads that may in places be steep and has been given recommendation on the minimum type of vehicle needed to safely drive the road to property. CMV will not give refund or be held liable if guest does not adhere to recommended vehicle type and is not able to or refuses to drive up road to cabin. Nor can CMV be held responsible for temporary weather conditions that alter road conditions. Please adhere to any recommendation or requirement for a four-wheel-drive vehicle when listed in a property description.  It is highly recommended that Guests try to arrive during daylight hours for their first visit to our area to become familiar with the area and roads. Our cleaning and maintenance staff drive these roads in their personal vehicles almost daily and report any major road issues; such as washouts, fallen trees or rocks. CMV will upon notification from staff or guest, contact appropriate local authorities to have road cleared or repaired.

For full explanation of Road Scale and NC Mountain driving tips.

  •  Hot tubs.  Showering before and after using the hot tub is recommended.
  • Our hot tubs are cleaned and maintained by certified techs before and after each tenant occupancy or every 5 days. This means a tech will be required to inspect hot tub during stays of 7 days or longer.
  • Guest is responsible for damages to hot tub from misuse or negligence.
  • Do NOT sit or stand on hot tub covers, they are not designed to handle weight. This type of damage is not covered by LDW.
  • Guest will be responsible for cover replacement if Damage to cover is discovered. Amount starting at $300.
  • Failure to re-secure cover with supplied equipment after use, resulting in loss of cover down the mountain side, will incur a $100 retrieval fee or replacement fee if damaged.
  • Do NOT allow the water level to become too low. Guest will be responsible for repairs, including but not limited to pump replacement.
  • An additional Hot Tub Service charge may be applied for introduction of foreign substances (i.e. soap, oils, bath bubbles or beer), broken glass or discarded items left in Hot Tub, including swim-wear.

 

Road Accessibility Scale
Motorcycle & Trailer Accessible:
Smooth Paved Road all the way to cabin, Not Steep, No Sharp Switchbacks, has a large Parking area with enough room to Turn Around MOST Trailer and Vehicle combinations. (Ask the reservation specialist about your trailer)
Mini Cooper MotorCycle Friendly accessible
Mini Cooper & Motorcycle Friendly Access :
Smooth Road all the way to cabin, No Sharp Switchbacks and No more than a moderate incline, (No Mountain road is flat and level its' whole length)
Cars & most all Vehicles access :
Cars & most all Vehicles access :
Paved and hard packed gravel sections on a well maintained mountain road, Switchbacks and moderate to steep incline sections possible, no washed out section.
SUV / Truck
SUV or Truck Higher Clearance Vehicles Access :
Gravel sections on steeper inclines with sharp switchbacks, possible moderate rough spots requiring higher ground clearance than most cars, 4x4 NOT required. ( Mini-Vans are not suitable)
4x4 Vehicle Suggested
4x4 Vehicle suggested Access:
Loose Gravel on a Steep incline and/or sharp steep Switchbacks, possible deep ruts requiring higher ground clearance. Most Cars will not make it up the mountain road with out bottoming out or spinning out.
4x4 Vehicle Suggested
No Trailer Access:
The road to the cabin is either too narrow, switch backs are too sharp or there is not enough parking space for towed trailers.




 

Seclusion Scale Definitions
Vacation Condo
Attached to Other Buildings:
This Vacation Rental is part of a larger building. It may be a condo, city loft or duplex. The minimal natural surroundings allow a clear view of the next-door neighbor from the deck or the entrance. The cabin is visible from the main road that it shares with the neighbors. The next-door neighbors may be either rentals or private residences. These cabins are excellent choices for Family Reunions or Group vacations, when the neighboring Cabin is also a Vacation Rental. Visit our "Cabins Walkin' Distance Apart" page to see a list of rental cabins grouped close together.
Neighbors Next Door
Neighbors Next door:
The cabin has one or more "next door" neighbors. The minimal natural surroundings allow a clear view of the next door neighbor from the deck or the entrance. The cabin is visible from the main road that it shares with the neighboring cabins. The next door neighbors may be either rentals or private residences. These cabins are excellent choices for Family Reunions or Group vacations, when the neighboring Cabin is also a Vacation Rental. Visit our "Cabins Walkin' Distance Apart" page to see a list of rental cabins grouped close together.
Neighbors walkin' Distance
Neighbors Walkin' Distance :
Other cabins are a short walkin' distance away. The cabin's deck is partially blocked by trees and or natural surroundings from the view of the other cabins. The cabin's entrance is visible from the local road that it shares with the other cabins. The nearby cabins may be either rentals or private residences. These cabins are excellent choices for Family Reunions or Group vacations, when the neighboring Cabin is also a Vacation Rental.Visit our "Cabins Walkin' Distance Apart" page to see a list of rental cabins grouped close together.
Semi Secluded / Private
Semi Secluded / private :
Other cabins are more than an acre away. The cabin's deck is mostly shielded from view by a small stand of trees or the mountain landscape. The cabin is off a local road and is partially visible. The neighbors up the road may be either rentals or private residences.
Mostly Secluded / Very Private
Mostly Secluded / Very Private:
Other cabins are more than three acres away. The cabin's deck is completely shielded from the view of other cabins by dense forest or a mountain ridge. The cabin has a private drive and is not visible from the local road. The cabin may be partially visible from a distance in the winter months.
Totally Secluded /  Completely Private
Totally Secluded / Completely Private:
The cabin is separated from other cabins by many acres of dense natural forest or mountain ridges. The cabin is on a private road and is not visible from local roads. Even in the winter months the cabin remains secluded from others. It may be possible to see other cabins on distant mountain sides. The only neighbors are the woodland creatures.
PLEASE NOTE: The privacy provided by trees and other natural vegetation decreases with the absence of leaves in the winter months. Only cabins tucked deepest in the forest or highest on a private mountaintop remain totally secluded and completely private in the winter months.