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Peaceful Lake Cabin - Close to Town - sleeps 6
Enjoy a peaceful cabin getaway on Apple Lake, 5 minutes from Highlands, NC. Highlands is a charming mountain town with great restaurants, spa, theater, music concerts, and shopping. Our cabin is very open with high ceilings, a huge wood burning fire place, two bedrooms downstairs, and two upstairs in an open loft. Minutes from scenic waterfalls, and hiking trails. Enjoy relaxing on the porch, cooking, fishing, and kayaking on the lake. Wonderful for family/friend vacations or a romantic getaway!

17 N. Mtn Cabin at Smoky Mtn River Ranch
Lux king bed with large garage door to sweeping views of the Smokies. Coffee on the deck. Fully furnished bed and bath, Paya bath products, AC/Heat, kitchenette and dimmable lights. Pet friendly 5 ac. fenced yard $40/first $20/each additional ~no limit. The river soothes while lying in the in-deck hammock. The perfect stage for a restful afternoon or night time stargazing. Watch the wildlife and farm animals or fish for trout in our 1/2 mile of river. Quiet~ private~ breathtaking~ accessible~

Santeetlah Lake House- Hot Tub- Creeks-Boat Ramp
Creek front Lake house with boat ramp & lake access on Santeetlah. Sounds of flowing water surround the house from two creeks on the property. Several outdoor entertaining areas with a front grilling porch, back porch with a hot tub next to a spring, side yard with corn hole boards & a fire-pit & bar next to the other creek. The house has an open floor plan with split bedrooms. Bring your paddle boards, fishing poles and hiking boots to explore the beautiful Nantahala and Smoky mountains of WNC.

Lakefront Cozy Vintage A-Frame
Leave your worries behind as you settle in to the tranquility of Blue Heron Chalet, mere steps from phenomenal Lake Santeetlah! Perfect for a romantic getaway for couples or to just recharge surrounded by nature's bounty. 80% of the shoreline is National Forest land. The house is lakefront & features a private dock in a quiet cove, perfect for swimming or just hanging out! Bring your lake toys or rent a boat during your stay. Several kayaks, a paddle board & various floats are available onsite.

Blueberry Hill Cabin in the Smokies
Welcome to Blueberry Hill Cabin in the Smokies, a cozy, rustic 2-bedroom, 1.5 bath cabin on 1.4 acres of hillside located in Almond with amazing views of the Smokies from the firepit. Central to the areas activities, the days can seem short with easy access to Fontana Lake, the Appalachian Trail, Tsali Recreation Area, Nantahala Outdoor Center, Nantahala Gorge, & the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Enjoy an evening by the firepit after a day of adventures. We look forward to your stay!

Tiny Home Mountain Adventure+HotTub+Fire Pit+Grill
We can't adequately describe how peaceful it is to sit at the picnic table & listen to the wind through the trees or the birds serenade as the sky turns pink & purple over the Smoky Mountains. We purposely tucked our adorable Tiny Home into the woods to achieve the peaceful retreat you're looking for. You'll feel like the "Little Red Riding Hood" skipping through the woods as you escape the "Big Bad Wolf" of technology and stress. Evenings around the Firepit w/the stars are simply magical!

Mountain House Rental at the Lake
This is a four season vacation spot. Create your own memories in the western North Carolina mountains by Lake Chatuge! Enjoy great hiking, boating, fishing, and much more! Take advantage of the hiking and biking on the Jack Rabbit Mountain trails along the shores by Lake Chatuge. Winter discounts available from January 1 until March 31. OPTIONAL MINI COTTAGE (for a third bedroom that sleeps 2) with Queen sized bed and TV but no extra bathroom for an extra $25 per night plus $25 cleaning.

Mateo 39A at Nantahala Weddings - pets allowed
Pets allowed. $75 pet fee per pet. $150 penalty if you fail to indicate number of pets via "Guests" drop-down menu when you book. The Mateos are 4 small bungalows with eye-popping views of Lake Nantahala and the Smoky Mountains through an 8-foot sliding glass door. Each Mateo has a queen size bed, private bath, ac/heat, and a kitchenette with a Keurig coffeemaker, refrigerator with freezer, air fryer, microwave, tableware, and glassware for two. The Mateos are not handicap-accessible.

A Lakefront Tiny Cabin • Hot Tub • Kayaks • Canoe
Wake up to peaceful lake views, sip coffee on the porch, and spend the day kayaking or swimming from your private dock at Whitewater Cabin. This lakefront cabin is tucked away on a private Lake in the South Carolina mountains, minutes from Lake Jocassee, and sleeps 6. It’s the perfect getaway for couples, families, or friends looking to escape into nature. After a day exploring waterfalls, hiking, or boating on Lake Jocassee, come back and unwind in the hot tub overlooking the water.

The Smoky Mountain Treehouse, Views, Cedar Hot Tub
This place is anything but ordinary. The Smoky Mountain Treehouse is the only one of its kind in the area - a luxurious, custom-built treetop experience with a spectacular view and the comforts of home, and then some. Cross the 40’ swinging bridge and enter the grand arched door where you’ll be transported to a place where the nostalgia of a treehouse is combined with the luxury of modern day. This unique property has everything you’ll need for a romantic or adventure-filled getaway!

Twin Creeks on the Cullasaja
*Sorry. No Pets* Relax in peace! The property is located on the Cullasaja River. Rocky River Lane is a dead end with only 5 homes. A small branch and Peeks Creek border the property and feed into the river. It's perfect for tubing and trout fishing, and if the water is up a bit, it's perfect for kayaking. The stairs from the bank to the river make for safe and easy access. The house is located way off the main drag with equal distance to Franklin and Highlands.

Exciting lakeview, fireplace, hot tub, billiards!
This is my fun guest cabin, 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, that is next to my cabin, but you have total privacy, and you will not see or hear me, and I do not see or hear you and 1 mile to Nantahala Wedding venue, walking distance to Lakes End Café & Grill, marina, to rent a boat, canoe, etc. Full kitchen, laundry, to make you feel at home. Location is close to every outdoor activities, hikes, waterfalls, lookout towers, streams! closest grocery store in Andrews, 13 miles
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Shady Rest

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Hardystone LakeHouse Hot Tub & Double Decker Dock!

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Scotchland. Wood burning fireplace. 5 min to town

Charming Valley -Trout Stream - Swim Lake- Horse

Escape to Lake Rabun and Relax in Nature
Lake access apartment rentals

Little River Escape in the Smokies!

Stunning Lake & Mountain Views: A perfect getaway!

Lake Life Upper Apt-2 min walk to Lk Junaluska ASM

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Sarah's Studio Apt

Hummingbird Suite at Lake J

Farmhouse Charmer II

Beautiful Lakeside suite with private entrance
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Lake Keowee Waterfront Cottage - Private Retreat

Gathering Moss Cottage on Burton

RiverBunk, Highlands Vintage Treasure

Cottage at Casuarina Lodge - Luxury, Pet Friendly

Romantic Cottage overlooking Lake Laurel

Lakefront dock *hot tub* Anderson/Clemson king bed

Retreat to the Farmhouse on Lake Chatuge

TLC: The Lake Cottage
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Lakeside Views meet Elevated Style and Comfort

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Waters Edge Lakefront Cabin-Lake Nantahala w Dock

Bear’s Lair Escape To The Lake!

Cozy Lakefront Cabin, Lake Nantahala, Private Dock
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