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

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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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!

Property manager

Dan Johnson

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet

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

Rules

No Pets, No Shoes on Carpeted Areas, No Smoking Indoors, No Burning Candles indoors or in Carport, Please Respect Quiet Hours - 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
No Garbage Outside. We are in the Mountains and there is Wildlife all around. Garbage WILL Attract Animals!, No Open Fires on Property.
Fireplaces are available to use with a Signed Waiver. $50 Charger Per Lost or Misplaced Entry Keys to Include Owner Representative Fees.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

About the neighborhood

Map
Robbinsville, NC

What's nearby

  • Deals Gap - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Cheoah Dam - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Fontana Village Resort Marina - 20 min drive - 12.5 miles
  • Santeetlah Lake - 24 min drive - 12.4 miles
  • Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest - 36 min drive - 15.9 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildwood Grill at Fontana Village - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Quill's Canteen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Tapoco Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The MoonShine Still (Shhhh) - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Fontana Pitstop - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE HEAD REST at Deals Gap, Tail of the Dragon Mountain Retreat! located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Deals Gap and Nantahala National Forest. Fontana Village Resort Marina and Fontana Lake are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No cell phone service up there , but everyone was helpful. I would definitely be booking again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Evelyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We will stay again

Excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dallas E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Gerald Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Miatas at the Gap

Stay was awesome. Home is clean and beautiful. Views are awesome.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Therese W., Eau Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Dylan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Lauren L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for our family

Had everything we needed. Can’t complain
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., Fairborn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Darlene P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

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