Let nature sooth body and soul.
Location: Lake Nantahala, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (S of Smoky Mt Nat. Prk - between Franklin and Andrews)
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 7-9)
Come to this beautiful, romantic mountain retreat right on crystal clear Nanatahala Lake. You will find yourself high in the treetops, watching the pines swaying in the wind, the Sourwood leaves turning red, and the lake below sparkling with sun. In winter, the mountain tops across the lake will shimmer with frost.
This is a perfect romantic get-a-way. Wake in the morning to the sun coming over the mountains shining across the lake. In fall, reds and yellows against the dark green on the mountainsides or right outside the window engulf you with the wonder of fall. In summer, be engulfed by Appalachian lushness. Sometimes the Smokey Mountain mist creates shining wonders before your eyes. Cook your favorite gourmet meals in our kitchen in full view of the lake. Basking in the dappled sun on the deck is always wonderful.
At night, build a fire and sink into comfort with a glass of wine or your favorite tea while moonlight plays on the mountains across the lake. Try some candlelight while soaking in our double-sized oval tub. Or simply sink into the private spa on the lower deck and watch the stars.
Take a swim in the clear waters below. Use our canoe or two kayaks or launch your own boat nearby and tie up at our dock. Spend evenings on the dock, gazing at the stars in the clear mountain air. Feel the gratitude of just being alive.
Stroll down our scenic, peaceful neighborhood lane, take a loop hike through the woods on primative roads or take the nearby hikes on the Appalachian Trail to Wayha, Wesser or Siler Balds. Watch the birds, try your luck in the nearby award-winning trout stream or right off the dock, explore one of the many bike routes or visit the famous Nantahala Outdoor Center for rafting, kayaking, biking and delicious food.
Smokey Mountain National Park invites you just an hour away, or you can visit the famous Biltmore House in Asheville. Take a scenic ride on the historic railway or try panning for gems. Do you like music? Vist Dolly Partan's village or attend free Friday night concerts at John Campbell Folk School and local bluegrass jammers nearby. On the other hand, just sitting on the deck in the tree tops gazing at the lake might be just the peace and solitude you need.
Come treat yourself and let us welcome you to our new home. We think there is no place more beautiful! We hope you will agree.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Colorful towels and beach towels for the hot tub.
- Off Street Parking: Space for three cars
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Boat or motorcycle trailers can be left at private nearby storage areas.
- Wood Fireplace: Firewood also provided.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed: Blow-up mattress you can move to any room. We can have it ready and made for you.
- Bunk Bed: Double plus single to sleep 3.
- Convertible Bed: This is a "click couch" which is found in the game room. Possibly two small people could use it.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: About twenty videos and DVD's suitable for family viewing, four of which either filmed in or are set in the NC mountains.
- CD Player
- Private Hot Tub: You can soak on the outside deck with a great view of the lake and tall trees. At night you can admire the stars.
- Pool Table
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Air Hockey
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: It is open to the living room and its many windows so that you have an amazing view while cooking.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: coffee maker, blender, toaster)
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio: One is off the living room with a table and chairs and great view, one just off the lower level bedrooms -- with a spa. They are both high in the treetops.
- Balcony: We call them decks. See "Deck"
- View/Location
- Lakefront: The view is wonderful from every room all year round. There are tall pines, but they only enhance the beauty as you view the shining lake below.
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone: There is no cell phone access, but the land line is convenient. Bring a phone card for long distance calls.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Computer access is wireless, but connected to a dial-up modem. Works very well.
- Other Amenities
- Dial-Up computer access, intercom to communicate with folks downstairs, new Turbo 2 Massage Chair, Spa on the deck, Large Floating Dock, Canoe and small sit-on-top kayak, larger safe, fast, comfortable sit-on-top kayak with storage for picnics, driveway parking for three cars, peaceful one lane winding road.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Sightseeing
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Many other activites such as restaurants, movies, shopping and antiques, concerts, crafts, wine tasting are available in towns that are about 20-30 miles away. Smokey Mountains National Park is about an hour's drive.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Nov 1-May 15 .. $700/week .. $125/night with two night minimum.
May 16-Oct 31 .. $1000/week .. $150/night with two night minimum.
Cleaniing Fee $80, returnable damage deposit $200
To secure reservation, send half the rental fee by check.
State and local taxes on rental fee are 10%
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Let nature sooth body and soul. - Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Retreat
- A get-away for two or a retreat for six: it's a perfect spot - Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Retreat
- Light the fire and enjoy good conversation - Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Retreat
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Our home is new and we are just now starting our guest book. It is a great idea to share insights among guests and pass along tips about favorite things to do etc. We love staying at our Lake Nantahala house and hope it will provide a welcome retreat for you, too. (Marilyn and Jim)