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THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Robbinsville, NC
  • Deals Gap
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cheoah Dam
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪78 min drive‬

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The price is AU$360
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Cottage along Lake, Tail of the Dragon and covered motorcycle parking

About the area

Robbinsville

With a stay at this cabin in Robbinsville, you'll be on a river, just a 1-minute walk from Deals Gap and 9 minutes by foot from Nantahala National Forest. .This cabin is 11.3 mi (18.1 km) from Fontana Village Resort Marina and 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Fontana Lake.
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What's nearby

  • Deals Gap - 1 min walk
  • Cheoah Dam - 6 min drive
  • Santeetlah Lake - 24 min drive
  • Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest - 36 min drive
  • Cades Cove - 98 min drive

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jasper's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fontana Pitstop - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Tapoco Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Mountview Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Slickrock Riverside Grille - ‬8 min drive

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 HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat!

"The Head Rest" overlooking Cheoah Lake is a picture perfect spot no matter your reason for visiting. Amazing views lend to all day relaxation or a cozy unwind after hiking, fishing, sight-seeing, or taming the Legendary Tail of the Dragon. Mornings offer gorgeous sunrise hues while taking in the surrounding sounds of nature. Evenings host a reflection of Eastern sunset glow and rising moon views. Easy proximity to many exciting adventures including rafting, boating, exploring, parkways, nature, and more!

The Head Rest has been a destination for repeat visitors for many years and we are extremely excited to now be the hosts! The home is a 4 bedroom 2 bath home with two decks, a comfortable living room on 2 levels, including a fireplace on each level and great views no matter where you are. The kitchen is fully equipped and spacious for a group of people to be cooking after a day of adventure! You will have the entire home to yourself to relax and enjoy the amazing Smoky Mountains.

WiFi for the home is provided via Starlink! Typically service is reliable with few interruptions. If there is a WiFi or TV interruption during your stay, we recommend playing one of the fun board games, cards, reading or planning your adventure for the next day!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
This smoke-free cabin features books, games, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include kayaking nearby, water skiing nearby, and rafting nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Dan Johnson

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Winery tours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The 2 Decks will require supervision of young kids

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
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 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

THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dallas E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family trip to ride the tail to the dragon!
From the very beginning the host was incredibly responsive and inviting. The view from the porch was truly better than the pictures. The house was conveniently located just a few minutes from a couple of very nice restaurants while still offering a mountain getaway feel. Can’t wait for my next trip back to the head rest!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
What an absolute great view! Perfect destination for our motorcycle trip.
Best thing about our stay was the view on the upper porch. We spent most of the time out there. Including dinners with the string lights on. House had split units and ceiling fans which was very nice for sleeping. Covered parking for our motorcycles and literally right on top of deals gap. Very easy getting the motorcycles to the place. The gravel drive was smooth enough where there wasn’t an issue. I have this saved for our next trip coming up. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Came for the tail of the dragon, this was a perfect spot to stay with the boys to get runs in night or day. Literally 1 minute from the dragon shops and gas station. Will stay here anytime I can!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., Summerfield

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend with friends
Wanted a nice and quiet weekend with friends and it was perfect place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Miatas at the Gap
Stay was awesome. Home is clean and beautiful. Views are awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for our family
Had everything we needed. Can’t complain
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a view
Awesome view from the living room. Very clean and loved the black stone.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness
We will stay again
Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Fairborn

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View and Perfect Motorcycle Location
The first thing you'll notice upon arrival is the amazing view from the deck. We spent every evening on the deck enjoying the view. The were 4 of us down on our annual dragon trip (a tradition started as the Triumph Dragon Raid over a decade ago).. covered parking easily houses our 4 bikes and my jeep wrangler. We each had a private bedroom. Could have easily slept a few more between main floor and basement common areas. Kitchen was week equipped and the new Blackstone griddle on deck was amazing. We cooked some great dinners with what was provided. The best part is the location, you are in the sweet spot where when you go down the private road to the entrance of the neighborhood you have the dragon to the right, and hellbender to the left. The Tapoco Lodge is just a few minutes away, great food and beer. The warning about a trailer are on point. My tiny Kendon folding trailer was not an issue, but anything larger and there's no room and the private road is only one lane.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Therese W., Eau Claire

Liked: Cleanliness
Bucket List Trip
This place was in a perfect location for our motorcycle trip to the Tail of the Dragon. It was a fantastic experience with a wonderful, friendly and extremely accommodating host. The view, the comfort of the home, even down to a kitchen stocked with the essential tools, pots, pans and cooking sheets made everything an effortless visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darlene P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
House was beautiful and all we could ask for. Host was extremely communicative and even provided food recommendations. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022