About Sunset Ridge Lodge

The name is earned at the first sunset. Sunset Ridge Lodge sits at the top of its own ridge above Bryson City with wraparound views in every direction — mountain after mountain, the sky going orange and pink behind the ridgeline, and nothing between you and the horizon for miles. As one young guest put it on the way up: “It’s like a drive up to the clouds.” That’s exactly what it is.

The home was built for this view and around it. Floor-to-ceiling picture windows greet you the moment you step through the front door, with soaring ceilings and natural light pouring in from every direction. The open main level brings the gourmet kitchen, dining room, and living room together around a wood-burning fireplace. Three bedrooms on the main floor each have their own private full bath — a detail that makes this property particularly well-suited for groups of couples or multi-family stays where privacy matters. A bunk bedroom and half bath complete the lower level.

Upstairs, the entertainment loft is a destination in its own right: a huge-screen TV, dartboard, shuffleboard table, mini bar with small refrigerator, and comfortable seating that overlooks the entire home below. The two upstairs bedrooms flank the loft on either side, each with its own private bath, and the master has a garden tub and walk-in shower.

Outside, the wraparound porch is one of the finest outdoor living spaces in the Watershed portfolio: a large dining table, rocking chairs, a gas fire pit, a gas grill, and enough room to spread out, practice yoga, or simply sit and let the view do its work. The hot tub sits separately with its own 360-degree panorama. The outdoor fire pit is positioned where you can see for miles. Winter, spring, summer, fall — Sunset Ridge Lodge delivers all season long.

Sleeping Arrangements

Main-Level Bedroom 1 — King bed · Sleeps 2
Private full bathroom.

Main-Level Bedroom 2 — King bed · Sleeps 2
Private full bathroom.

Main-Level Bedroom 3 — King bed · Sleeps 2
Private full bathroom.

Main-Level Bunk Bedroom — Twin bunk bed · Sleeps 2
Half bath on main level shared.

Upper-Level Master Suite — Queen bed · Sleeps 2
Private full bathroom with garden tub and walk-in shower.

Total: Sleeps up to 10

The Space at a Glance

• 5 Bedrooms · 4 Full Bathrooms · 1 Half Bath · Sleeps up to 10
• Ridgetop location above Bryson City with 360-degree mountain views
• All-wood construction with floor-to-ceiling picture windows and soaring ceilings
• Three main-level bedrooms each with private en suite bathroom — ideal for groups of couples
• Wood-burning fireplace in main-level living room
• Upper-level entertainment loft with huge-screen TV, shuffleboard, dartboard, and mini bar
• Master suite with garden tub and walk-in shower
• Wraparound porch with gas fire pit, gas grill, dining table, and rocking chairs
• Hot tub with 360-degree panoramic views
• Outdoor fire pit with long-range mountain views
• Gourmet kitchen with dishwasher
• Washer and dryer
• High-speed WiFi provided by BalsamWest

Kitchen & Dining

• Gourmet kitchen with modern appliances
• Dishwasher, full-size refrigerator, oven/range, microwave, coffee maker
• Cookware, bakeware, dishes, glassware, and utensils provided
• Coffee maker with starter supply of coffee included
• Dining room with table seating for the full group; large outdoor dining table on wraparound porch

What’s Provided

We stock the lodge with essentials to get you settled. Ingles Market in Bryson City is the nearest full grocery store (approximately 15–20 minutes away, closes at 10pm most of the year). We recommend stocking up before heading up the mountain.

• Trash bags
• Laundry detergent
• Dishwasher pods
• Paper towels
• Toilet paper
• Basic toiletries
• Coffee (starter supply)
• Firewood and starter kindling for wood-burning fireplace and outdoor fire pit
• Propane for gas grill and gas fire pit on porch, plus a spare tank

Please note these are starter supplies and may not be sufficient for your entire stay. Groceries, beverages, and specialty items are not provided.

Entertainment & Outdoor Features

Upper-Level Entertainment Loft

• Huge-screen TV with home theater setup
• Shuffleboard table
• Dartboard
• Mini bar with small refrigerator
• Comfortable lounge seating overlooking the main level below

Wraparound Porch

• Gas fire pit
• Gas grill
• Large dining table with full group seating
• Rocking chairs
• Panoramic mountain views — the best sunset seat in the house

Outdoors

• Hot tub with 360-degree panoramic mountain views
• Outdoor fire pit with long-range views
• All-season views — stunning in every direction, every month of the year

Location & Nearby Attractions

Sunset Ridge Lodge is located on a private ridge above Bryson City, NC. The views are the draw — but the location also puts you within easy reach of everything Western North Carolina has to offer. Exact directions provided after booking.

Good to Know

Getting Here: Sunset Ridge Lodge is accessed via a mountain road to the ridgetop. Please drive attentively. In winter months, AWD or 4WD is recommended in case of icy conditions. Exact directions will be provided after booking.

Pets: This property is not pet-friendly. No exceptions.

What Our Guests Are Saying

Candice  ·  June 2026

“My extended family visited Bryson City to celebrate my father-in-law’s 70th birthday, and Sunset Ridge Lodge accommodated all 9 of us perfectly. The view was absolutely stunning! We would definitely stay again if back in the area.”

Denise     July 2026

“Wow, words don’t describe the breathtaking views of the cabin. Our group spent most of our evenings outside on the wraparound porch. Each couple had their own bedroom and bathroom which made it so nice for the time spent there. We will definitely stay there again.”