THE BROKEN TWIG
Watch your stress melt away at this secluded retreat in the gated community of Alarka Highlands outside Bryson City. Relax on the wide covered porch and just take in the long-range mountain views. Enjoy the hot tub; the comfortable beds; the firepit; and the high elevation, cool, mountain breezes.

The spacious living area has comfy furniture to watch the HDTV and enjoy the stacked stone, gas log fireplace. The full kitchen has stainless steel appliances and granite counter tops. There's a king-size bed and bath with TV and private bath on the main floor. The loft has two queen-sized beds and a private bath as well.

If you do decide to venture out from this gated community, you are just a short drive from Nantahala River rafting, the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, National Park hiking and tubing, and the shops, restaurants and galleries of Bryson City.