Original House, Private Dock On Lake, Near Public Boat Landing.

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Entire home

Misty morning view of lake and dock from stone steps

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Explore the area

Topton, NC

Nantahala Lake9 min walk
Lakes End Marina4 min drive
Appalachian Rivers Raft Company22 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Other (See Description)

1 Double Bed, 1 Double Futon and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet

First floor bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

If you are looking for a classic mountain getaway, with a superb location in the Nantahala National Forest - on Lake Nantahala - this is your place! By 'classic' we mean it was built by our children's great-grandparents as a mountain vacation home and fishing base back in the '60s. It is NOT a million dollar McMansion thrown up a few years ago that will cost a fortune to rent. It's our family lakehouse. And, we're happy to rent it to you.

This vacation get-away is located on Lake Nantahala with direct access to a private dock and absolutely beautiful views of the lake and mountains. The lake can be enjoyed for swimming, fishing and boating. Many other outdoor activities are within arm's reach of the property.

The location of the house on the lake is something special, a place where you can retreat to get away from the grind of normal life. It is a true escape, nestled away in a stand of enormous poplar trees with a view of the large lake area in front of the distant dam. The hours melt away as you settle into a life of mountain informality, fantastic natural surroundings and wonderful fellowship with family and friends.

The house was one of the first properties built on the lake, and has been maintained and updated with modern amenities. The two-level house is ideal for families and groups of friends. The upper (driveway) level has two bedrooms and one large sleeping area with a screened-off double bed, two single beds and a couch bed. The lower level features a family room with a wood burning fireplace, a large, well-equipped kitchen, and an outside patio facing the lake with a gas grill. It has all the character of a family mountain cabin, with added features like remodeled kitchen, washer/dryer, and a flat screen TV for viewing DVD/VCRs (we do not currently have broadcast TV due to poor sattelite signal).

The public boat landing is nearby, within 5 minutes by car or a short 15 minute walk. A canoe is included along with paddles and personal floatation devices.

Keywords: House, Cabin, Lake house, Summer home, Mountain home

Property manager

LaRue Wait

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 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 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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Topton

Located in Topton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Lakes End Marina and Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine 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 River. Appalachian Rivers Raft Company and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Topton, NC

What's nearby

Nantahala River - 6 min walk
Nantahala Lake - 9 min walk
Lakes End Marina - 4 min drive
Appalachian Rivers Raft Company - 22 min drive
Wayah Bald Lookout - 28 min drive

Restaurants

Lakes End Marina - 4 min drive
Lakes End Roofing - 4 min drive
Fire Ant Grill - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Original House, Private Dock On Lake, Near Public Boat Landing. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Original House, Private Dock On Lake, Near Public Boat Landing.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Original House, Private Dock On Lake, Near Public Boat Landing.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Original House, Private Dock On Lake, Near Public Boat Landing. located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest, Nantahala River and Nantahala Lake. Lakes End Marina is 1.8 mi (3 km) away.

9.8

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Horace S.

8 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

vacation

very beautiful lake

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Noah C.

10 Aug 2023

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

Classic Lake House

Wonderful stay! Great dock for swimming and has a nice canoe. Kitchen has everything you need. It's a well loved and cared for family cabin. Clean. You may say dated, I say Classic. Cooking dinner with the family while dancing to 70's dance party CDs 1 AND 2!! That's Classic. Owner is great with good communication. Wifi worked for us and it has a land line. Do yourself a favor and put your cell phone away, you're at the lake now! Will definitely return!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee S.

31 July 2023

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

Awesome!

Exactly as described. Simple, comfortable, isolated, private. We absolutely loved it and will be back!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

23 July 2023

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

Oasis

My family and 2 dogs stayed here, and it was simply heaven. We spent all days on the water, as it was just a walk away from the dock. The fishing was incredible, and we did not want to leave! We will definitely return!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

8 July 2023

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

Great Family Vacation Home

This family-friendly property was a great affordable option for our family of 4 that could easily fit 3-4 more guests. The remote location might mean low cell reception, but also offers amazing views from large windows on both floors.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by LaRue Wait

Natives of NC and SC with a number of family members living in points North and West.

Why they chose this property

The house was built by our father and mother when there were only a few houses on the lake. The land it was built on was part of a large tract of land that our parents bought back when the Nantahala Lake was known to only a few local mountain folk. It has been in our family ever since.

To say that there are countless memories of visits and gatherings of family and friends is a huge understatement. We gather here during three seasons (it's a bit cold in the winter so it is generally closed then) and enjoy the wonderful scenery and all that mountain fresh air.

This house is a true treasure and was built by our father and other local mountain men. The stone steps to the lake were laid by a local mason. The trees, including two apple trees and a pear tree, were planted by our father. And to this day I tend to and add to our mother's wonderful selection of native plants that add different colors to the landscape throughout the year.