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Secluded Cabin Overlooking Fontana Lake & Smoky Mtns NP

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Secluded Cabin Overlooking Fontana Lake & Smoky Mtns NP

This 3500 square-foot, secluded cabin is ideal for your family getaway or a retreat with that someone special or as a home base for riding or driving the famous roads of Western North Carolina.

Fontana Cabin is located in Graham County, North Carolina, at the very end of a winding gravel road that takes you through a tunnel of trees before revealing a distinctive house perched on top of a bluff above Fontana Lake. The approach into the Cabin is through the main deck, where you will have a hard time resisting the pull of the breathtaking view of crystal-clear Lake Fontana and the layered Smoky Mountains behind it.

On all sides of the Cabin, you are surrounded by either our 4-acre property or Public Lands, so all you see looking outside of the Cabin is Southern Appalachian deciduous forest. The view from the deck, where you will want to take your coffee as well as all your meals and your naps, changes hourly, daily, and seasonally, calling you to leave your cares behind as you tune into the rhythm of Nature.

Inside, you will find 5 separate bedrooms and 4 bathrooms that will provide your group the space, comfort, and flexibility it needs to make the place your temporary home. The house was built in 1968 and has been updated over the years to balance the best of its vintage and contemporary features, including most recently with a full-scale update of the Cabin decor, linens, kitchenware, and other amenities in September, 2021, a few months after we bought the place in July 2021, and ongoing smaller updates since then, including putting on a new roof in July 2024.

The kitchen is fully equipped with a farmhouse table that seats six, with a second table for 6 outside on the covered porch if you want to eat outside or if you have a bigger group. Like the table, almost all of the wood furnishings in the house are unique--handmade from re-purposed and re-finished salvaged wood from old buildings in the region.

Given our remote location, we have Starlink satellite Internet instead of wired broadband, but we have enough WiFi capability throughout the house for ordinary computing and streaming--and even zooms if you need to stay connected to work while you are here. Our cell phone booster in the house makes cell service strong even though it is weak on the road up to the Cabin.

Our LAKE VIEW is awesome, but there is NO DIRECT ACCESS TO THE LAKE from our property. Fontana Lake is a 29 mile-long crystal clear lake that has more than 240 miles of almost totally undeveloped shoreline. More than 90 percent of the land around the lake is owned by the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Nantahala National Forest, or the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), so development has been kept to a minimum (including at our place, where the Forest Service and TVA own the bottom half of the 200-foot steep mountainside between the Cabin and the lake).

The good news is that the lake is surrounded by forest and provides an inspiring backdrop to every part of your stay at the Cabin, but the less good news is that you have to leave the property to get to the lake itself. If you do want to access the lake to fish, boat, kayak, or canoe, there are a number of boat launches and marinas on the south side of the lake where we are located, including the public boat launch at the Cable Cove National Forest Recreation Area 20 minutes from the Cabin, and the full-service marina at the Fontana Village Marina, right at the Fontana Dam, 25 minutes from Cabin.

Please also know that if you are hauling a trailer or driving an RV, we have plenty of parking at the Cabin, but the road and driveway into the place are winding and steep in spots. It's fine for cars, but not suitable for long trailers or long vehicles over 16 feet, so it's best to check with us before booking.

Whether you are seeking hiking, biking, boating, fishing, scenic driving, nature photography, motorcycling, whitewater rafting, or vacationing, you will find a full array of natural destinations, quaint shops and the rich history of North Carolina's most remote county within minutes of the Cabin.

Smoky Mountain National Park - 45 minutes to Park Entrance from Cabin
You can see the Southern edge of the park just across the Lake from the Cabin, and can access it via the water if you are boating, but the driving entrance is just North of Bryson City and Cherokee.

Tail of the Dragon - 35 minutes from Cabin to Deal's Gap
Starting at Deals Gap at the Tennessee/North Carolina state line and featuring 318 curves in just 11 miles, the Dragon is considered by many to be one of the world's best motorcycling and sports car roads. Anyone looking for an exciting highway adventure--whether you are a rider or a driver--will enjoy this famous stretch of US 129. Even better, the road to there from our place is another great drive, called Moonshiner 28 or Hellbender 28 depending on who you ask. Combine it with Foothills Parkway in TN and the Smoky NP Park road, and people call that loop Hillbilly Heaven.

Blue Ridge Parkway - 45 minutes to the Southern Terminus from Cabin
Experience this world famous Parkway, including the Parkway's highest point, which is 1.5 hours away from the Cabin, just south of Waynesville.

Cherohala Skyway - 1 hour to Eastern Terminus from Cabin
This is a shorter but less traveled mountaintop scenic highway with views and curves that rival the North Carolina portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Whitewater Adventures - 30 minutes from Cabin
The western North Carolina mountains offer some of the best whitewater rafting/paddling rivers on the East Coast. Nantahala River's Class I, II, and III rapids and renowned providers such as the Nantahala Outdoor Center provide the perfect place for the entire family to have a taste of this exciting sport. If you are hardcore, the Cheoah River has Class IV and V rapids during scheduled release dates.

Appalachian Trail - access 25 minutes from the Cabin
The renowned Trail that bisects the entire East Coast goes through our area, actually crossing over Fontana Dam itself before heading into the Smoky Mountains National Park to the north and into Nantahala National Forest to the south.

Property manager

Robert Bednar

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Spices

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • 4 stairs to reach property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 3500 sq ft (325 sq m)

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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

Property is also known as

Secluded Cabin on Fontana Lake Overlooking Smoky Mtns NP
Secluded Cabin Overlooking Fontana Lake & Smoky Mtns NP Cabin

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 - 47 min drive - 34.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 54 min drive - 44.5 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 54 min drive - 44.5 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 Secluded Cabin Overlooking Fontana Lake & Smoky Mtns NP pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Secluded Cabin Overlooking Fontana Lake & Smoky Mtns NP?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Cabin Overlooking Fontana Lake & Smoky Mtns NP?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Cabin Overlooking Fontana Lake & Smoky Mtns NP located?

This family-friendly Robbinsville vacation home is located on a lake, 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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Secluded Cabin Overlooking Fontana Lake & Smoky Mtns NP Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 200 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

sally p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday celebration
The home was perfect! Gorgeous views! Close enough but also secluded to everything. Would love to visit again. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another perfect vacation
This is our fourth stay at the Fontana Cabin, so it has become a tradition. Robert is very caring and professional; he ensures we have everything we need to have a wonderful stay. Don't let the dirt/gravel road scare you. Sime of our group drove sedans and had no trouble at all. We always bring everything we need for the week. I grew up here so we sometimes leave for a meal out, but for the most part, we sit on the porch and enjoy the incredible view.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Cabin in a great location
Robert was excellent from start to finish, the cabin was clean and very well equipped. This was our second stay and we will certainly be looking to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place!
We loved our stay at Fontana Cabin! It is a lovely home and very well appointed. The view is spectacular! Robert was great with communication and the whole experience went very smoothly. They aren’t kidding about the driveway being a twisty turny bumpy ride. We navigated it fine but did scrape bottom on our cars a time or two. We definitely recommend it and will likely return in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kype H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and relaxing
Second time at the secluded cabin and ready to book for a third time! Robert's communication was again outstanding. Upon arrival, the cabin was spotless and well-organized. The kitchen is well stocked with pots/pans, dishes/bowls, utensils, etc.,and the showers/tubs are great. No words for the amazing view from the deck. It truly calms your mind and reminds you to slow down, relax, and breathe in the mountain air. For us, the best things about the cabin are the location/view and that it is pet-friendly. Thank you for another comfortable, peaceful and relaxing visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Property and Host
Amazing location and brilliantly setup property, highly recommend to anyone considering staying in the area
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away!
What an awesome cabin, very spacious for big families. Views were awesome and lots of things to explore!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
This place was by far the best vacation home we have stayed. The view was phenomenal. I would recommend this place to anyone. Will definitely be coming back. The owner was fantastic with communication. Three families and each of us had our own area. Perfect!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sunny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Communication and Beautiful Home
My husband and some friends of ours stayed for a long weekend and greatly enjoyed this home! It was very dog friendly but still very clean unlike some places we have gone to with our dog before. The host Robert was great with communication prior to our stay and posted very helpful check out instructions in his home that made everything very clear. The view was amazing and despite being more remote we had great internet access via WiFi.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving
It was a wonderful place. Definitely will book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay
Our blended family was able to reconect and enjoy the property and each other. We enjoyed all our adventures and look foward to more of them.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaime H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
GORGEOUS MOUNTAIN/LAKE VIEW
Breathtaking views of Lake Fontana and the Smokey Mountains. Beautiful cabin and our children (ages 18-25) were in awe of how awesome the cabin was. Plenty of room for our group of 8! Thank you Robert & Danielle for sharing your home with my family!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
This was our second visit to this lovely house. Quite, peaceful and a great place to relax and disconnect. Lots of private and communal spaces for a larger group. Love it there.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous View
Beautiful, remote home with plenty of room for our family of 12. We enjoyed the large covered porch with a gorgeous view of Fontana Lake and the Smoky Mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenni S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lake Fontana Cabin
We had a wonderful time during our stay at this gorgeous property. The layout of the house was perfect for our group. We were there for the weekend to celebrate our oldest son's graduation from Western Carolina and while the property is an hour away from the university, everyone in our group said how much they enjoyed the location. The house was immaculate on our arrival and had everything we needed to have a fantastic weekend. I think the ones who enjoyed the weekend the most were our fur babies who joined us on our weekend getaway. They loved playing outside and sitting with us around the fire pit. I give this beautiful cabin a 5 out of 5❤️
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vilija M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
the perfect place
Thank you so much for letting us enjoy your home in beautiful Fontana Lake. We absolutely loved every minute, it was our first time visiting and it could not have been more perfect. Our family had a great time! The house had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Getaway
Robert covered every detail of the property in his preview. Once we arrived we were impressed with the thought and detail to ensure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The view was fantastic. It was a great experience and I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful spot to relax and recharge
Our family was super impressed by the property. The kitchen was the most well stocked of any vacation rental I have ever stayed in. The host was a very good communicator. The pictures don’t do this place justice, beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
This beautiful cabin couldn't have been a better place for our family to gather. The views are breathtaking, the cabin was well equipped, clean, welcoming and the owners were absolutely amazing to work with!! I can't say enough good things about our stay! This cabin is a little slice of heaven that we were lucky enough to experience for a week! Thank you for the incredible memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great home and clean.
Great home. Actually better in person than what you see in photos. It’s absolutely beautiful out there.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krystal T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
This year was our fourth trip to the Polar Express in Bryson City & our fourth cabin rental. I think we have finally found our forever rental! The cabin was very clean & well stocked with dishes & linens. All we had to provide for ourselves was food. We had a party of 10 ranging from 5 mos-74 years & there was plenty of space to accommodate everyone. The view from the back deck is absolutely breathtaking! The driveway was much less intimidating than we anticipated, even at night! We will certainly be staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn M., Mobile, Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect getaway
My wife and I and three other couples stayed for a week from 30 October to 5 November. We couldn't ask for a better location. The views were stunning with the lake and mountains as a backdrop every morning. We braved the cold mornings to watch the amazing sunrises and the light playing on the mountains. The sunsets were equally amazing. We loved the solitude and the chance to decompress and relax. We are already planning to return. I highly recommend a stay here as a perfect place to relax and enjoy the outdoors and nature.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
Stayed at this location for a surprise birthday celebration for my mother. This was a perfect spot for a group of 5. So much space in the cabin. The pictures truly don't do it justice. We did quite a bit of cooking and everything we needed was there. But honestly the real star is the view! It's breathtaking. Words cannot describe how beautiful it is to look off the porch and see the lake and mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marci L., Indian Trail, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Even better the second time
This place never disappoints! This is our second year here and it’s just simply breath taking. Great hosts! Friday we hit Bryson City on the way in then 30 min drive to the house. Saturday we lucked into a harvest festival down the road. Then a 30 minute ride to Sylva and Dillsboro. Heck, we probably didn’t need to leave the house with all the games, darts and fire pit. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B., Houston, Tx

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection In The Woods
We had a journey to get to this home but once we did it was perfect. Extremely clean, well organized and had an incredible view. Robert (owner) communicated with us so well and could not have been kinder. The only issue was .........we had to leave. You can bet that we will be booking again.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023