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Escape to Serenity at Fontana Lake Cabin with stunning views and private dock!

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, books, video library
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Escape to Serenity at Fontana Lake Cabin with stunning views and private dock!

Lazy Elk Cabin: Your Perfect Escape Overlooking Fontana Lake

Welcome to Lazy Elk Cabin, a serene retreat with breathtaking views of Fontana Lake and the Smoky Mountains. This cabin offers an incredible water and mountain view with private access and a private dock.

Key Features:

Stunning Views:
Enjoy panoramic views of Fontana Lake and the Smoky Mountains from the cabin.

Private Dock:
Access the lake easily with our private dock, perfect for boating, fishing, or relaxing by the water.

ATV Access:
Use our Honda side-by-side ATV to reach the dock or enjoy an invigorating hike down to the lake. Our dock was expanded in 2021, features a private waterslide and sun deck, ideal for family fun.

Pontoon Boat Rental:
Rent our 2019 Sylvan pontoon with a 90 hp Yamaha outboard to explore Fontana Lake and access trails in the Great Smoky Mountain National Park.

Remote and Scenic:
Located in the Smoky Mountains of North Carolina, approximately 65 miles from Gatlinburg, 86 miles from Asheville, and 22 miles from Bryson City.

Nearby Activities:
Close to whitewater rafting at the Nantahala Outdoor Center, mountain biking at Tsali Recreation Center, fishing, hiking, and scenic drives like the Tail of the Dragon (Hwy 129) and Moonshiner 28 (Hwy 28) and the Cherohala Skyway!

Amenities:
-High-Speed Internet: Starlink satellite internet with download speed of 100 Mbps, perfect for remote work or streaming your favorite video subscription.
-Cell Service: Supported in the cabin with a cell signal booster.
-Comfortable Living: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, stainless steel kitchen appliances, Italian granite tile countertops, and more.
-Entertainment: 4 LCD TVs with Amazon Firestick with You Tube TV for live TV. Also, stream any video service you use.
-Outdoor Fun: Large covered deck with hot tub, pool table, gas grill, propane firepit on the upper deck with a traditional wood-burning firepit and playground overlooking the lake below the deck.
-Additional Features: Indoor push-button indoor propane fireplace, and a dining table that seats up to 8.

Important Notes:

Pontoon Boat Rental: Available from late-April to early-October for $1000/week or $250/day with a $250 refundable damage deposit. (Fontana Marina charges $450 per 8 hours)
Water Levels: Fontana Lake water levels vary throughout the year. The dock is typically floating from the 3rd week of April until the end of September.

Access:
The cabin is located at the end of a 2-mile hard-packed gravel road. Drive slowly and be prepared to pull over for oncoming traffic. There is a neighborhood security gate at the end of the 2-mile gravel road. Codes will be shared 1 week before arrival.

Trash Policy:
Please do not leave trash outside to avoid attracting wildlife. Guests can take trash to the community dump or call the property manager for arrangements.

Property manager

Amy Penniman

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: maximum 2 dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Breathtaking Views!! Fontana Lake Cabin With Lake View/access
Breathtaking Views Fontana Lake Cabin Lake View/access House
Breathtaking Views Fontana Lake Cabin Lake View/access House

About the neighborhood

Map
Robbinsville, NC

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 10 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Fontana Village Resort Marina - 33 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 46 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 54 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 62 min drive - 48.6 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 125 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Stecoah Diner - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Stecoah Diner - ‬32 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to Serenity at Fontana Lake Cabin with stunning views and private dock! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Escape to Serenity at Fontana Lake Cabin with stunning views and private dock! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to Serenity at Fontana Lake Cabin with stunning views and private dock! ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Escape to Serenity at Fontana Lake Cabin with stunning views and private dock! located?

This family-friendly Robbinsville cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Fontana Lake. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Fontana Village Resort Marina are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Escape to Serenity at Fontana Lake Cabin with stunning views and private dock! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 181 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and amenities, responsive property manager

Everything was even better than expected. Great views, relaxing atmosphere, and even good kitchen wear!We had a few small issues brought on by cold weather, but the owner connected us with the property manager, who helped us troubleshoot the issues quickly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away to the mountains!

Great family vacation! Plenty to do on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing experience

My family rented the cabin for Christmas. The cabin was wonderful with amazing views of the lake and mountains. The cabin was furnished beautifully and stocked with everything we needed. It was comfortable and charming. The best part was it was decorated for Christmas with a tree and stockings hung on the fireplace. It was the perfect place for my family to enjoy Christmas and get some well-deserved downtime. The hosts were easy to work with and communicated very well. I would highly recommend this cabin. We can't wait to go back in the summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall Break

Thank you for another great stay. The view and amenities really make this such a special place to visit. Hope to return again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gratitude on Thanksgiving

We really enjoyed out time at this house. There are close by small towns that are wonderful and we drove to Cherokee that was less than an hour away. Only difficulty was with the GPS, during the day we had no issue but if you go there at night, make sure you get step by step directions ahead of time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Escape

Arrived for a weekend stay and extended due to weather conditions. Beautiful property, kind home owners, will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay at the Lazy Elk

This was our second time we stayed at the lazy Elk. We really liked the upgrades to the back deck and the dock. The views are great and everything in the home was comfortable. We really enjoyed the pontoon. The kids had such a blast at the rope swing heading into panther creek.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Time

The Lazy Elk cabin was as presented in the VRBO information. It was clean, and the view of Fontana Lake was beautiful. Our particular GPS kept misdirecting us to the road, but thankfully some kind locals actually showed us the way. We stayed at the cabin almost the entire week, keeping warm by the fireplace and fire pits, and just unwinding.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake vacation 2024

Had a great time. House and location was as described. Very remote and nice for relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B., Florence, Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay!

One of our favorite places to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karl L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin at the base of the Smokies

Great cabin great location great views
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirl A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property and View!

The directions were very clear to get to property. Owner was very responsive to the small issues that arised. The cabin is absolutely stunning, and the view is unreal how beautiful it is!! Boat rental went smoothly and SO fun! Everything was very clean, beds were so comfortable, plenty of supplies and towels for our large group, kitchen really is fullt syocked for your needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A boy’s paradise

We came up for a short spring break. The home had everything we needed for a great
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hong V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love the location

We enjoy the scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway

Cabin was perfect for our family and the views were absolutely stunning!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris B., Florence, Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lazy Elk! The cabin was in wonderful shape and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

View was amazing

We had a great time and view was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephenie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely Amazing

One of the best stays in the mountains! This home is well equipped and beautiful! Amy and Eric were such a pleasure to work with. The gravel road to the property is well maintained and extremely secluded. The use of the ATV was very appreciated, and the use of the pontoon boat was the cherry on top. We were able to see a bear swimming in the lake! The town of Robbinsville is one of the friendliest I have been to. There is not one bad thing to say! I plan on renting this one again in the future if it is still being utilized as a rental property. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

George R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay

We had a blast. The place was perfect and clean. Beautiful area and boat rental was great too. Not a single complaint.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lazy Elk cabin is a reprieve from the everyday. The cabin is perfect. The location is idyllic.

Our experience was phenomenal and we plan to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect everything!

We loved everything about this cabin!!! Amazing views and this cabin had everything we needed and more Excellent place to stay
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fall weekend getaway

Such a beautiful place to stay for a mountainous getaway. Can’t go wrong!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Meredith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Getaway!

This property is absolutely amazing! The views are spectacular and you could spend all day and night on the deck. The house offers a great setup and everything you need. We loved our stay and can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family short vacation

House was just perfect! Views outstanding! We had a marvelous time. Nana, Papa, Mom, Dad and littles age 5 and 8 stayed there! We will be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

sara w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin

Loved our trip so much! The view is to die for! Great for star gazing at night. Would definitely rent this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022