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Gorgeous Nantahala Lake Front Log Home Retreat, SEE VIDEO #3 in pics

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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White Christmas 2020
A gentle slope to make it to the water/dock along a dry river bed.
Back of house facing the lake and the dock.
View from the center of the lake at one of the islands.
Photo taken from the entry level deck of the outdoor wood burning fire and dock

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 103000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Topton, NC
  • Place, Nantahala Lake
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

2nd level

1 Queen Bed

2nd Level

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd Level

Toilet · Shower only

Entry Bath

Toilet

Lowest Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous Nantahala Lake Front Log Home Retreat, SEE VIDEO #3 in pics

A traditional log home, completely wood inside and out. Just a small glimpse of heaven from this beautiful lakefront log home with breathtaking views of Nantahala Lake and the mountains surrounding it. The majestic mountains rising out of the crystal clear mountain lake waters are the backdrop for a wonderful vacation. This large body of water towers at the height of 3013 ft above sea level.

The spaces inside are large and comfortable for 10 people. The kitchen is fully equipped and modern with a Jenn-Aire dual fuel gas stovetop cooking and electric baking. The dining table will seat 8 people comfortably and has a view of the lake. The bedrooms all have queen or king beds. The basement has a pool table, a TV and a table top shuffle board table, all for your entertainment. It also has an additional bathroom with a shower/tub combination and a laundry room with a washer and dryer.

There is an outdoor fire pit for roasting marshmallows and making s'mores or build a fire outside and enjoy. If you choose to bring a boat, there is deep water, concrete, public ramp for launching nearby, and we have a deep water dock for keeping your boat during your stay. The lake is lowered by Duke Energy beginning around the middle of September, and it doesn't come back up until the spring. During these times, the dock will be resting on the lake bottom.
The gentle slope from the house to the lake and dock is easy to walk along the gravel path, which has a few landings. Enjoy sitting outside and watching the lake's water activities.
Photos of the interior can be relied on for a general feel of the furnishings; however, the furnishings may be changed from time to time. Photos of the exterior can be relied on for a general feel of the walk down to the dock. Don't think that they were taken yesterday, they weren't, but it is still the same backyard. The summer months have more foliage on the plants and trees than the winter months. The exterior photos were taken in the cooler months, and we don't show all the seasons in our photos. Heavy rains will cause the pea gravel to move, and that is unfortunate, but we don't have a lawn maintenance person to add more gravel. The mountains are natural, and we want to keep it that way.

There is a Harrah's Casino within a 45-minute drive.

Must be 28 years or older to rent.

The drive to the cabin is about 20 minutes of gravel, single-lane road, and is not conducive to low-riding vehicles.

Keywords: Lake Front Log Home, very private dock, easy access to the dock, lake frontage, nearby rafting, casino, secluded.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Boat/Equipment Trailers Trailers are not allowed through the entry gate or on the property. Please contact Owner for further instructions.
Due to the service provider's schedule, you may not be able to use the hot tub on the day of your arrival. You will be notified if there is a problem.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Topton

Located in Topton, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Lakes End Marina and The Ridges Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nantahala National Forest and Nantahala Lake. Travelling with kids? Consider Ferebee Park and Bryson City Gem Mine. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Topton, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala Lake - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Nantahala River - 11 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 39 min drive - 47.1 km
  • Fontana Lake - 39 min drive - 45.5 km
  • Chatuge Lake - 57 min drive - 75.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakes End Cafe & Grill - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Fat Buddies - ‬48 min drive
  • ‪Lakes End Marina - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Wayah Cafe - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Fire Ant Grill - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Nantahala Lake Front Log Home Retreat, SEE VIDEO #3 in pics pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Gorgeous Nantahala Lake Front Log Home Retreat, SEE VIDEO #3 in pics?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Nantahala Lake Front Log Home Retreat, SEE VIDEO #3 in pics?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Nantahala Lake Front Log Home Retreat, SEE VIDEO #3 in pics?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Nantahala Lake Front Log Home Retreat, SEE VIDEO #3 in pics located?

This family-friendly Topton cabin is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Nantahala Lake. Ferebee Park and Lakes End Marina are also within 12 miles (20 km).

About the host

Hosted by Terri Matern

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We are from Central Florida. We have two children, both married. We are fortunate enough to have our children living near us and they all love to visit the lake house. Doug and our daughter are both Electrical Engineers and our son is a systems designer. I stayed at home and raised our children and have dabbled with interior design and I work from time to time on projects. We are looking forward to the time that we can stay at the lake house for longer than a week or 2 at a time. That will have to wait for now. Retirement is not in the near future for us.

Why they chose this property

We searched every camping vacation we planned in North Carolina for a piece of land to purchase and dreamed of building a log home on it. We saw an add on the internet one Christmas Day and went up the following April to take a look with the realtor. The lake was crystal clear, so big. We decide to buy right then and there. Looked a few pieces of lakefront property but settled on this beautiful hollow on a large cove along the shoreline of the lake. This story was established in 1998 and we have enjoyed it ever since.

What makes this property unique

We love this property for it's secluded feel and gentle slope to the water, no steps. That is much better for us flat landers. As we turn into the top of the driveway from the road we see our decorative gate and the emblem that says "Est. 1998". As we drive down the 1st part of the drive we are closed in by the beautiful and thick leyland cypress trees that line the driveway. It isn't until we make that first turn that we see the lake and the house. It's always a "wow" moment. The newest feature is the porte-cochere that we just built. A place to park the car without the rain or snow falling on us and covered steps to the front door. The concreted drive make is a breeze to get in and out of the drive now with our 4-wheel drive vehicle. Once we open the front door and walk into the house there is this expansiveness with windows all looking out to the back and the lake. We love the coziness of the exterior gas burning fireplace on the enclosed porch, the wood burning fireplace in the living space and the wood burning fireplace in the back overlooking the lake. The three levels give it the feeling like you may be the only one there while groups of people are playing pool and watching TV on the lower level, some napping in the upper level and hanging around the kitchen and the living space on the entry level. The enclosed porch is where I am most of the time, either reading or browsing the internet with a glass of wine and some cheese and crackers.

Languages:

English