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)
Keywords: House Lake Cabin
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
- Linens Provided : Colorful towels and beach towels for the hot tub.
- Washer
- Dryer
- 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
- 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.
- 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
- 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
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- 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.
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Property Photos
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- Let nature sooth body and soul. - Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Retreat
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- A get-away for two or a retreat for six: it's a perfect spot - Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Retreat
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- Spacious living in the midst of nature - Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Retreat
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- Swim, canoe or kayak in chrystal clear lake
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- Relax under sun, moon or stars
Traveler Reviews (12)
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Billy & Kimberly Green
(Canton, North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 07/01/07
Review Submitted: 07/19/07
We spent a week of our daughter's spring break in this house. We have been going to Lake Nantahala since we were both children (at least 25 years). This house is wonderful. It is neat, clean, up-to-date and has a wonderful open floor plan with many, many fantastic amenities. We took our own boat and could tie it up at the private dock. It was one of the best vacations we have had in a while and this house truly contributed to that. We are certain to stay again many, many more times in the future - we plan to every year now. Thanks Marilyn for sharing your awesome lake house with us.
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EXCELLENT!
Guest: jan
(NC)
Date of Stay: 06/20/11
Review Submitted: 06/30/11
Ideal location. Seclusion, but with a ton of activities in driving distance. We took the canoe out, swam, grilled, hiked some appalachain train, went to deep creek, bike riding in Tsali... house was a steal at this price! not a complaint. rooms are big, clean. will definitely book again next summer
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Fantastic Location, shame about the weather
Guest: AlanUk
(Cambridge, UK)
Date of Stay: 05/12/11
Review Submitted: 05/27/11
Cath and I had such a fantastic time here in may 2011, the weather wasn't the best although the 1st day was windy it was bright and sunny and we got to canoe across the lake and found out we had muscles we didn't know existed. The house is one of the best we have stayed in in the US and the location is to die for even if the roads are abit windy and long to get to it. We had a bit if a problem with the downstairs electrics when we arrived but Marilyn quickly gave us some great pointers and we managed to fix the issue without any real inconvenience. The wifi worked brilliantly for us. The house was spotless and well presented when we arrived and the protection of a gate code was an added security benefit. We had a great day out, in the open top car we rented, driving to fonatana Dam, the highest east of the rockies!, through the nantahala gorge, the outdoor centre on the way was great for a coffee and people watching if a bit on the younger side than ourselves. Wish we could get access to places like nantahala as cheaply over here in the uk but just being on a road trip in the US is fun in itself and I would recomend natahala lake and this house to anyone. Even though its only a couple of weeks since we were there it seems a lifetime away and we miss the peace and tranquility of it all. Our thanks go to Marilyn for allowing us to visit the house it was such a privilege we will remember for a long time to come.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Great lake house retreat
Guest: Brandon and friends
(Atlanta, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 05/28/10
Review Submitted: 05/31/10
We had a great Memorial Day weekend here. The house and location really caters to relaxation and the outdoor enthusiast. I love all the trees around the house and the short wooded trail leading down to the dock. The house is snuggled nicely into its surroundings and they've really made a point to preserve the natural setting (unlike some other houses that cut down much of the natural beauty around them). The house itself was clean and well appointed with every amenity (spacious living room, fireplace, nice beds and bedrooms, two full bathrooms, complete kitchen, grill, deck, hot tub, ping-pong / air hockey / pool tables.. TV..etc.). We had nice leisurely paddles out on the lake with the kayaks and canoe (the sit-on-top kayaks are great for exploring the various coves and banks around the lake). And the private dock is perfect for swimming (water was surprisingly mild) and also just relaxing in reclining chairs on the dock.. taking in the lake and fantastic mountain views. Grilled out dinner on the deck.. relaxed in the hot-tub in the evening..etc Great spot.. we didn't want to leave :) Would definitely go back here.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Halloween Weekend on Lake Nantahalla
Guest: wcmarcos
(Charleston, SC)
Date of Stay: 10/30/09
Review Submitted: 11/10/09
My wife and two friends and I stayed here over the Halloween weekend, 2009, and it was fabulous. It was unfortunate that the weather wasn't the best the entire three nights we spent there, but the house amenities made up for that. We did get a chance to take the canoe out on a warm, sunny Saturday, and we used the owner's notes to guide us around to see the various streams and watefalls. This is a great place for a group, or even better for a romantic getaway for two since it is right on the lake, and the views cannot be beat! I would definitiely return to this home in the future.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
perfect for our family
Guest: aptenodytes
(georgia)
Date of Stay: 09/27/08
Review Submitted: 10/04/08
This was the perfect house for our family. It was clean, well maintained and the ideal setup for grandparents, parents and two kids. We all enjoyed the view; the area was beautiful. We all also enjoyed taking the canoe and kayaks out onto the lake - especially since it was a short walk out the back door. We would definitely recommend this property!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Highly Recommended for a peaceful retreat!
Guest: The Kayakers
(Cincinnati,Ohio )
Date of Stay: 05/07/08
Review Submitted: 05/13/08
We really loved this property. It was immaculate and very well appointed. A lot of thought went into this home. We were very comfortable and the location is spectacular. We were fortunate to find this jewel.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children.
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Jim Smith_HAC118610
(Athens, GA)
Date of Stay: 01/01/08
Review Submitted: 01/02/08
We spent New Years here. Pictures do not do this home justice! GREAT views, great second floor for the kids with game area. Nice fireplace and kitchen. We are planning another trip to this place.
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Guestbook Comment
Guest: Tim_HAC72026
(Athens Ga)
Date of Stay: 01/01/07
Review Submitted: 01/04/07
Very beautiful views. If you are looking for quite and peace to reenergize this is the place. Very clean, open floor plan.
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