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Lake Nantahala smokey mountain Lakeside Lodge in Gated Community. Pontoon boat

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Interior
Interior
Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12372 sq m

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake Nantahala smokey mountain Lakeside Lodge in Gated Community. Pontoon boat

Our lodge is located nestled in between the Nantahala national forest and the Appalachian trail on Lake Nantahala and with our pontoon boat rental option, you can take the whole group out on the lake for the whole day or spend the whole week exploring the waterfalls and fishing holes. Our lodge features two spacious master suites with its own romantic fireplace. Enjoy our brand new dock and rolling walkway. Our pontoon boat will be available for rentals starting in the April and going thru the summer. With five bedrooms and 3 full baths and 2-1/2 baths, the Lakeside Lodge features amenities like hot tub, multiple fireplaces, private dock, 3 separate decks overlooking the lake and mountains, 2 of them are covered in case it rains. The Lakeside Lodge can sleep 12 to 14 depending on your groups makeup..

Enjoy the breathtaking view of Lake Nantahala from the wraparound deck, or enjoy a roaring fire in front of the fireplace. The Lakeside lodge is furnished with a luxurious rustic decor that will make you feel like never returning to the stress of city life.

You can rent our Pontoon Boat or bring your own boat! Enjoy boating, swimming, and fishing!


Keywords: North Carolina vacation chalet rental in the smokie mountains nestled in between the Nantahala national forest and the Appalachian trail while being directly on the beautifully pristine Lake Nantahala known as one of the cleanest lakes in the country due to it being fed by deep springs that flow out into gorgeous waterfalls and streams all over the lake.

Property manager

Greg or Donna

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Foosball table
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Music library
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 4000 sq ft (372 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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 and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet fee varies on the number of pets included

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: This is a very large house with many levels.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

Property is also known as

Lake Nantahala Lakeside Lodge Gated Community
Lake Nantahala Lakeside Lodge in Gated Community

About the neighborhood

Map
Topton, NC

What's nearby

  • Lakes End Marina - 22 min drive
  • Nantahala Lake - 26 min drive
  • Nantahala River - 31 min drive
  • Appalachian Rivers Raft Company - 35 min drive
  • Chatuge Lake - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakes End Marina - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Lakes End Roofing - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Fire Ant Grill - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Nantahala smokey mountain Lakeside Lodge in Gated Community. Pontoon boat pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Lake Nantahala smokey mountain Lakeside Lodge in Gated Community. Pontoon boat ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Nantahala smokey mountain Lakeside Lodge in Gated Community. Pontoon boat ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Nantahala smokey mountain Lakeside Lodge in Gated Community. Pontoon boat located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 12 mi (20 km) of Nantahala Lake and Lakes End Marina. Ferebee Park and Hugh Hamilton Stadium are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Lake Nantahala smokey mountain Lakeside Lodge in Gated Community. Pontoon boat Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sherry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lodge Review
This property is in a beautiful location and is well maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Natalie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great stay in awesome house!
Weather would not cooperate so we were so glad there were a ton of things to do inside the house!! Rented the boat for an extra day and the lake could not be more beautiful!! Great neighborhood and a great place for the whole family. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picture perfect
The lake setting is so beautiful it almost seems unreal. The house has such a great view, the dock is perfect for swimming and the boat was fun! Would definitely come again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Spencer K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything You Need
This place has everything you would need for a fun and relaxing vacation. Thanks Greg & Donna for the great place and communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela N., MIAMI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
just amazing !!!!
we were just in love with this cabin! Didn't wanted to leave. amazing beautiful place !!! just perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay In June 2022
Owners were very easy to talk to. Property was amazing and the views of the lake were incredible. There are a lot of stairs so if older folks want to rent just be aware.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

LeAnn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for sharing your beautiful lake house!
We had a great time kayaking (over 8 miles) and riding on the pontoon! My 3 boys, husband and I thoroughly enjoyed ourselves at your place. Thank you for sharing it with us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Great home with plenty of room. Great view overlooking the lake.
This was our first annual immediate family reunion. The house was beautiful with wood decor and a great view of the lake. It was roomy and slept 12 comfortably and is pet friendly! The only comment I would have is that the access to the dock needs work - you had to walk across a loose 2x6 to get from the steps the the dock.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Betty C., Durham

Betty (Durham NC)
We had a wonderful vacation at the Lakeside Lodge, and I can't say enough good things about the house. It is beautiful! It is very clean and well maintained. There are a lot of activities and restaurants nearby. We especially enjoyed renting a pontoon boat one day to take the children tubing. One day was spent river rafting, which was enjoyed by all of us. GREAT BEDS!!!

8/10 Good

Eric S., DC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place on an amazing lake
This property is a great place right on the lake with amazing views, nice furnishings, all the kitchen essentials, great video room and best movie collection I have ever seen and nice game room. Being close to a public boat launch is great since the grandparents didn't have to navigate the 80 or so steps. My only concern was there could be a few more basics like extra plates salad bowls, spices and the steps could be fixed up ( section had missing handrail) and be extended to cover all areas of the walk down to the lake. Still, I'd come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

April J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome lake house
Great time with our family at Lake Nantahala in this house big enough to fit our family reunion. 4 stories of space with game room & movie theater. Supplied with movies or bring your own. Pool, fuseball, fire pit, dock & boat! The only thing is you have to be in shape, in lake Nantahala, most homes have many steps to get from lake to house. This one was no exception but beautiful comfortable home !! I would come again for sure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Abby A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Photos Do Not Do Justice
The house is far bigger than expected and it was a nice surprise. I would recommend putting better photos to receive more bookings. The WiFi comments are all true. There is no cell phone reception within a 10 mile radius of house which is a little scary until you get connected to internet. Trash Drop off is 27 minutes away from house. Would be ideal to share the working hours of location before driving there. Other than that the house itself is perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Dayna S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Summer vacation
The house was wonderful for large group . There were many steps to the lake so if you have family members unable to make the journey this is not the place. Attention to the step area near the lake needs to be completed b/c it is slippery when wet. Beautiful home and wonderful lake. We rented the pontoon boat for several days and the process was very easy , Trevor dropped off the keys and picked them up in timely manner, very nice gentelman. We enjoyed our stay, thank-you for sharing your lovely home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rita M.

Beautiful, clean large lake home - great for families
This five bedroom beautiful mountain lake house was a perfect remote getaway for my family over the holidays. The scenery was spectacular. Haveing no internet or WiFi makes it a perfect time for families to play games and bond. The game room and movie room was great. We hiked the Appalachian Mountains, it was definitely a real hike with amazing scenery at the top. I would definitely recommend this house to families who want to get away from it all and have a great mountain house experience. The owners Donna and Gregg were very easy to deal with and made the adventure very pleasant. We would definitely go back.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Retreat
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Lakeside Lodge. The kitchen was packed with pots/pans/utensils/bowls and anything you could think of. This was great as we cooked almost every meal during our 4 night stay. There were a lot of stairs to get to the lake but this was manageable and we were all in better shape by the end of the trip! The house was clean and well maintained. We had an issue with a loose step going to the dock and it was fixed within about an hour of us notifying the owners. The boat rental was also an easy transaction and we made good use of it. My family and I would highly recommend this rental property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wendy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large fun rental
This house is large with plenty of rooms for everyone. Theater room was great. Game room with pool table was fun. Kitchen was stocked with everything we needed to feed a group of 12. The beds were decently comfortable. The walk to the dock was just what we needed to work off all the good food. For the family members that couldn't walk down the stairs to the boat, we drove to the boat landing so no one missed out on 2 days of boating. The parking at the house was super easy compared to our last stay in the same neighborhood (could have fit 5 mid to large size vehicles). The house owners are very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Betty C., Durham

Lakeside Lodge Vacation
The Lakeside Lodge is beautiful!! It was easy to find, clean, and well-maintained. We thoroughly enjoyed the theater, which was supplied with a wide variety of movies to watch. There were lots of steps, but they were not a problem for any us. This was our 5th summer vacation in the mountains of N.C., but our first time staying on a lake. The children thoroughly enjoyed swimming in the lake off your dock. We were so glad that you had plenty of life jackets for us to use. The owner was very helpful and responded to our questions quickly. I would (and already have) recommend this place to anyone to rent. Thanks for sharing your place with us.

10/10 Excellent

Amber S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing week at the Lake!
Our family greatly enjoyed our stay and had an amazing relaxing week at this house and Lake Nantahala. Our boys loved jumping and swimming off the dock and they also loved fishing off the dock. We rented a boat and enjoyed many rides and tubing on the lake throughout the week. The house is well stocked, it worked perfect for us to enjoy cooking breakfast every morning and dinners at the house also really enjoyed eating on the deck with a great view and watching the boats go by. There are stairs down to the lake and back as there are with most all houses on the lake, it was a great work out for the week for our family! It is a large lake house with space for all, so much to do there and so relaxing and peaceful at the same time. The owners were extremely responsive throughout booking and all. We all loved our week and our stay at this lake house and did not want to leave!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Amanda L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great Potential
The property has so much potential given the location and amazing lake views however a lot of TLC and maintenance needs to be done. The pictures listed do not accurately show the current status of the house which include large overgrowth of plants starting to impede on the stairway to the boat dock, a poorly functioning AC unit requiring window units in a few of the bedrooms, trash underneath the cabin and scattered around the fire pit area to name a few. Like another renter stated you don’t feel welcomed into the cabin for your time there, it would be nice if the host could make you feel more welcomed upon arrival. Again a lot of potential but a little elbow grease would go a long way!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

tanya w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay in this Lakefront Property
We stayed for a week and enjoyed spending time on the lake. Dock is spacious and equipped even with the rental boat there on the opposite side. Plenty of room for our 21' boat and close to the public ramp. Parked 3 cars and our boat trailer in the drive through parking area with no difficulty. House has great NC cabin decor and finishes which we love. Kitchen has everything you need to cook. Grill on the deck lights easy and cooks well. Kids loved the game and movie rooms. Weather was good so we spent most time outside. Bedrooms are spacious and beds are comfortable. Hot tub was nice after a day on the water. We took advantage of the NOC close by and went whitewater rafting and took the Great Smokey Mountain Train out of Bryson City for a ride on 2 different days. Only thing that gets you a little are the stairs to the dock, but we expected that and they are no worse than any other house there with these awesome views. Good workout frankly. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Stacy W., Dyersburg, TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great family time, Remote Location
The cabin itself is wonderful, and the setting is incredibly beautiful! The cabin I s beautifully appointed, and feels like a slice of luxury in a very rustic location. The negative was that we didn’t quite realize how remote the location was before arriving... no cell phone reception within 20 minute drive of the cabin. The only thing we needed when we were there that we didn’t have was a working phone. The house line (ATT U-verse, I believe) would not connect and an email to the owner went unanswered. This did provide some difficulty during our trip, so I can’t give a 5 star review. Aside from that, we enjoyed the hot tub, theater room, and game room as well as cooking larger family meals - including trout that our sons fished at a local trout farm. In all, it was a good setting for a relaxing vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Judy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas in the Mts
We loved it!!!! Greg and Donna decided to decorate the house for Christmas. When we walked in the front door, a huge, beautifully decorated white tree was the first thing we saw. It set the mood!! There is so much to do in this house. Our group’s age range was 8-92 yrs. and no one was ever bored during the week we spent there. We found Andrews and the surrounding area to be interesting and fun to visit. The bicyclists in our group had great rides on the gravel roads with spectacular scenery. The house was very comfortable and because it is so big, every body had plenty of room. Those of us who like to read at night missed having a lamp on the bedside table and the kitchen could benefit from under the cabinet lighting. It is a fun house to stay in regardless of the lighting!! I can only imagine how delightful it would be in the summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carrie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and location
We arrived at the home during the early day time and were able to check in as instructed. The home had lost power do to a fire down the road but everything was back up and running quickly. We had a large family and the home was more than accommodating for all of us. 5 Bedrooms, plus the cinema room was much bigger than expected, full of many movies to watch on DVD. The game room was on the lowest level so you definitely need to be able to get up and down stairs well to get around. Hot tub was great, and we had a fire every night. Wifi is not great. Recommend bringing fire sticks or something else if you are a big TV person. The view was beautiful, our Christmas in the mountains was exactly what we expected, minus snow as it was just to warm. The trails around the property were amazing. The only down side was it was hard to see at night time as there was not much lighting and the staircase was very slippery. Highly Recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

K H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
7 out of 10
Starting at the bottom floor - 1st floor - game room & half bath 2nd floor - master bedroom, theater, laundry room & half bath 3rd floor - Living, dining, kitchen, full bath & 3 bedrooms (This level has the front door). 4th floor - 2nd master bedroom & small landing Pros: -Comes with a pontoon boat that you can rent (small motor). -Great communication w/ owner. -Pool table & hot tub. -Ample parking compared to the neighbors. -Plenty of kitchen gadgets & cookware. -Grill stocked w/ propane. -Water at dock is deep and easy to swim in. -Beautiful setting. Cons: -140+ stairs 1-way to the dock. -Stairs to the water are fairly old and very slippery (We had 1 person and a dog fall on them). -One section of the descent to the lake doesn't even have stairs, just a mud/root area. -1 lane gravel road getting to the house. -Rentable pontoon boat doesn't leave the dock if you don't rent it. (We rented a jet skis and a pontoon with larger motor from the marina and it was a pain to dock all of it with the other pontoon there). -Lots of check out rules. -Small kitchen considering size of house -Dealing w/ the trash is AWFUL. (Instructions said trash drop off was open on certain days but those days were wrong, & pretty difficult to find - you'll be surprised how much trash you make in a week....). -Simple things like toilet paper & dish soap are NOT provided. -Wifi password was on a scrap of paper shoved in a box with random stuff. -Internet is pretty bad. -Only 1 TV would work.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Hao L., Raleigh, NC

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice cabin in a gorgeous setting
The cabin is set on a gorgeous lake and has lots of amenities from a hot tub, a nice game room, theater room, and great decks for a nice view. The owner was great and quick to respond with any questions I had. Being so close to the public marina was a plus for bringing our own boats and floats to paddle from. My only comment is that with a little maintenance and updating, it would be a 5 star cabin. The stairs leading down to the water are a bit precarious as many steps were missing the grip paper on them which caused them to be very slippery when wet. Many rooms were very dimly lit and would look much better with some brighter lighting and some were missing the remotes to adjust. Additionally, the DVD player in the theater room would discolor the picture and could stand to be replaced. We spent most of our time in the game room or outside though so that wasn't a big issue for us. Finally, some additional attention to cleaning of oft overlooked areas would be beneficial. Overall though, this was a great cabin that 8 adults very much enjoyed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2020