Beautiful Lake Nantahala Home-Lakefront with Amazing Views-Private Dock+Boat

Topton, North Carolina
$639 avg/night
Minimum Stay 5 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 5 nights

Min Stay

Our lakehouse has wonderful views of Lake Nantahala and features a rustic mountain décor. We offer a large kitchen, dining room, two large fully-furnished family/rec rooms and 3 full+1 half bath. We can sleep 12 comfortably. We have Frontier DSL high speed internet and satellite [DirecTV] with streaming capabilities. Lower rec room has bar area, billiard room, and 2 bedrooms (perfect for the younger family members as it has 2 bedrooms and can sleep 6). The side of the house facingthe lake has 2 large covered porches and a private dock. We also have an outdoor gas griddle available. Guests thoroughly enjoy our outdoor covered pavilion [16 x 22] which has awesome views with a beautiful stone wood-burning fireplace. This is a perfect place for gathering and entertaining and also is equipped with a SmartTV. Firewood is available during your stay for a nominal fee.

Our two kayaks, canoe, paddleboat, two stand-up paddleboards and 8-person 30 hp pontoon boat (included in rental during Summer season [typically Memorial Day through Labor Day] and is subject to lake levels and operational availability at time of rental) are available for guest use and enjoyment. By including a boat with our home you will save ~ $1900.00 in rental fees. Please inquire for details and availability. A NC boater card will be required before pontoon rental is approved. This can be completed easily online for a nominal fee. There is also a local marina that rents pontoon boats and ski boats...weekly discounted rates are available. Please note that the pontoon boat is intended for lake cruising only and not suitable for skiing or tubing.

This is our family lake home, not a sterile rental unit. It is furnished and appointed like you would expect a home to be. The beds all have pillow top mattresses with quilted comforters. Kitchen includes plenty of dishes, cookware and utensils. Appliances: electric range, large refrigerator (plus second refrigerator downstairs), wine cooler, microwave, coffee pot and other small kitchen appliances.

Our home has a very gradual path of about 70 feet with wide safe steps from the dock to the basement level of the house which also lead to the covered pavillion. We do have central heat and air but because it is located at over 3000 foot of elevation you rarely need the air conditioning at night.

The house is also equipped with a whole house Generac generator so there will be no interruption in power should a storm come through or power lines damaged due to fallen trees. This is an extra level of safety and security that we are happy to provide to our guests! We also have an on-demand hot water heater so no worries about ever running out of hot water!

Nantahala Lake was featured in the March 2026 edition of Travel+Leisure. Please check out this article:
https://www.travelandleisure.com/nantahala-north-carolina-11917066

Trout fishing in the Nantahala River is excellent all season long for fly fishing and spin casting. The Nantahala River hosted the 2011 USA National Fly Fishing Championships and is located less than 10 minutes from our lake home. A North Carolina fishing license and Trout stamp is required. We can set you up with a licensed guide upon request. In addition, our home is located about 20 minutes from the Nantahala Outdoor Center (voted by Good Morning America and National Geographic Adventure Magazine as the #1 family vacation spot in America for vacations with a splash). https://noc.com/

When planning your Nantahala vacation, be sure to include a White Water rafting trip for the whole family down the Nantahala. Then enjoy dinner at one of our favorite restaurants, Lakes End Cafe. Other local areas offering great dining choices are Franklin, Murphy and Andrews [all outlined in our FAQ page which will be sent to you upon inquiry]. The Lazy Hiker Brewery in Franklin is a fun destination with locally brewed beer and a food truck!

Hiking is a must...please explore local maps and/or inquire with the owners for more information. We are very close to Wayah Bald and Siler Bald (both part of the Appalachian Trail) which are great hiking paths with an incredible view from the top! Also check out AllTrails.com.

The March 2026 Travel+Leisure edition features hiking in Nantahala:
https://www.travelandleisure.com/nantahala-named-top-global-hiking-destination-11899447

Additional Information on Lake Nantahala:
Lake Nantahala has 3,800 surface acres and over 42 miles of shoreline, much of which is protected Nantahala National Forest. The Nantahala National Forest consists of 4 forests, the Pisgah (recently voted one of NC's most beautiful destinations), Nantahala, Uwharrie, and Croatan which all together make up 1.2 million acres. Nantahala National Forest consists of a hiker's paradise with over 1,300 miles of hiking trails, numerous waterfalls, more than 800 campsites, 490 picnic sites, 7 swimming beaches, 11 wilderness areas, numerous lakes, plus hundreds of miles of rivers and streams, including two nationally recognized wild and scenic rivers. Lake Nantahala has the 2nd highest surface elevation east of the Mississippi at 3,100 foot of elevation. Lake Nantahala is a beautiful area with pristine crystal clear water. Lake Nantahala is one of the top fishing lakes in the South East. Walleye, Lake Trout, Brown Trout, Bluegill, Crappie, Small Mouth and Large Mouth Bass are plentiful in the lake. March, April, and May are excellent for Walleye , Small Mouth and Brown Trout. June, July, and August are when the Bluegills are bedding. The first full moon in September heats up for fall fishing. Once you experience Lake Nantahala, vacationing on any other lake becomes out of the question.

Exploring Outdoors: Nantahala Lake (on-site access), Nantahala National Forest (surrounding), Lakes End Marina Appalachian Trail, Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC), Nantahala Gorge - white-water rafting, Joyce Kilmer National Forest, Great Smoky Mountains National Park (46.6 miles)

Guided Adventures: Ridge Runner Ziplines,, Whitewater Express, White Water Rafting, (several guided tour companies in the area)

Local Wineries/Breweries: Andrews Brewing Company, FernCrest Winery Tasting Room, Hoppy Trout Brewing Company (Andrews), The Lazy Hiker (Franklin)

Other Interesting Things to Do: Wayah Bald Fire Tower, Harrah’s Casino, Cherokee Historical Museum, Appalachian Driving Experience, Great Smoky Mountain Railroad

Airports: Tyson McGhee Airport-Knoxville (87.7 miles); Asheville Regional Airport (93.4 miles); Atlanta International Airport (155.9 miles)

Bedrooms
• 4 Bedrooms - Sleeps 12 Comfortably
• Bedroom 1 = 1 King (Main Floor)
• Bedroom 2 = 1 Queen (Upstairs - Loft Area includes Privacy Screen [no door])
• Bedroom 3 = 1 Queen (Upstairs)
• Bedroom 4 = Lower Level: 2 Double (Bunk Beds) / 1 Queen [open bedroom
space with no door between Queen/Bunk Bed space (please see photos)]
• Optional Sleep Space = Open Loft Area (Option available upon request: Futon)

Bathrooms
• 3 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bath
• Bathroom 1 = Toilet, Shower, Private Master Bath (located on Main Floor)
• Bathroom 2 = Toilet (located on Main Floor)
• Bathroom 3 = Toilet, shower (located Upstairs, shared by the 2 Guest
Bedrooms)
• Bathroom 4 = Toilet, combination [jetted] tub/shower (located Downstairs
aside the Bunk Bed Room [Bedroom 4])

Kitchen
• Dishwasher
• Refrigerator (side by side)
• Microwave
• Wine Cooler
• Electric Range
• Pots & Pans
• Cooking Utensils
• Coffee Maker [Regular Drip and Keurig]
• 4-slice Toaster
• Ice Maker
• Pantry Items
• Dishes & Utensils
• Crock Pot
• Air Fryer
• Electric griddle
• Large Dining Table Plus Bar Seating (for 14)
• Kitchenette also located in lower level with sink, refrigerator, coffee maker, bar
stools

Amenities
• Internet [High Speed]
• DirectTV w/streaming capabilities
• Air Conditioning
• Heater
• Gas Log Stack Stone Fireplace
• Washer & Dryer
• Parking
• Lower Level Heater (emergency use)
• Whole House Generac Generator (automatically engages upon power loss)
• On-demand hot water heater

Meals
• Guests provide their own meals (some staples/pantry items available in kitchen)

General
• WiFi
• Telephone
• Air Conditioning
• Heating
• Linens Provided
• Towels Provided
• Iron & Board
• Hair Dryers
• Parking in Driveway (approximately 4 vehicles)
• Rec Room including Billiard Table

In addition, we partner with BabyQuip, the #1 baby equipment rental company in the world. They make it easy to leave all of your baby gear at home and have whatever you need delivered and ready for you when you get here. Plus everything is clean, safe and insured. If you’re interested in renting baby gear, please contact us for more information. BabyQuip offers items like cribs, strollers, car seats, highchairs, toys and so much more!

Entertainment
• Televisions (Roku Smart TVs w/streaming in addition to regular channel line-up)
• DirectTV
• Billiard Table
• Games & Puzzles
• Books/Magazines

Outside
• Kayak / Canoe [2 kayaks and a canoe included with rental]
• Pontoon Boat [included with rental during Summer months-subject to operational availability. 30 hp for lake cruising only]
• 2 Stand Up Paddleboards
• 3 Outdoor Decks / Covered Pavilion with Furniture/Fireplace
• Wood Burning Outdoor Fireplace
• Water Sports Gear

Attractions
• Nantahala Outdoor Center (white water rafting)
• Winery Tours
• Blue Ridge Mountains
• Hiking/Waterfalls

Leisure Activities
• Horseback Riding
• Sight Seeing
• Boating
• Shopping
• Fishing
• Wildlife Viewing

Local Services & Businesses
• Groceries
• Lakes End Marina

Sports & Adventure Activities [be sure to check out for things to do and great travel guides]
• Swimming
• Cycling
• Golf
• Water Skiing
• Mountain Biking
• Canopy Tours
• Mountain Biking
• Fly Fishing
• Freshwater Fishing
• Hiking
• Rafting
• Water Tubing
• Whitewater Rafting
• Kayaking
• Rock Climbing

No Smoking, please
No Pets, please

Read More Expand
  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Recycling Unit Size: 2850 Sq Ft (265 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting Water-efficient Showers Only
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Spices Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Limited Onsite Parking (max 4 Spaces) Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking And Van Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Jetted Bathtub Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Boat On Site Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Power Boating Nearby Rafting Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Sports Equipment Water Tubing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books Games Pool Or Billiards Table Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Games Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains Near A Hospital On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Chef Iron/ironing Board Limited Housekeeping Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Path Of Travel Wheelchair-accessible Van Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jason W.

    Submitted Dec 15, 2025

    Stayed Nov 23, 2025

    Wonderful home. Cozy outdoor living room with fireplace was great for after dinner movies. The boat house was fully stocked with everything you need for fun in the lake. The house had all the touches that make it feel like a home.

  • Elizabeth G.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 5, 2025

    This is our second stay at this home, and we keep coming back because it has everything you could possibly need. It’s a very comfortable place to be, and we love having the boat as well! Our host is always very communicative. We definitely would recommend, and we hope to come back again.

  • Marie C.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2025

    Stayed Jul 22, 2025

    We are repeat visitors at this house. We love everything about it and the owners are always making improvements. We will be back again!

  • Paula R.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    Wonderful. Although a pontoon boat is available, it is only 35 horsepower, which is very slow. As a family, we love tubing, and 35 horsepower is much too slow. We rent a pontoon from Lake's End that is 150 HP for tubing. That being said, the boat for the house that is parked at the house dock is an impediment. That means there is a boat docked on either side of the house dock, limiting the area for guests to swim. We bring a Lilly pad for the children, and the the house-owned boat limits their area to swim, play and fish. The dryer timer does not work. Would like some games such as shuffleboard and air hockey for families. Not criticisms, just suggestions. A Lilly pad would be nice.

  • Sarah D.

    Submitted Jul 5, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    From check in to the last day our trip was amazing. Great house for two families with plenty of space. We loved the outdoor area with lounging area and fireplace!

  • Kelly M.

    Submitted Jun 29, 2025

    Stayed Jun 21, 2025

    This is the first time we have ever stayed at a property twice. The lake is absolutely beautiful, so quiet. Diane has thought of every detail and the house has everything you need and more. Cannot wait to come back.

  • John G.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    This house has it all! One of the most spectacular lake views, clean and spacious, and very well stocked. Pristine lake water and every lake accessory to have fun on the lake which includes paddle boards, canoes, pontoon boat and fishing poles. Will definitely come back. Diane was very helpful and made my stay so much easier.

  • Krista R.

    Submitted Jan 2, 2025

    Stayed Dec 23, 2024

    This is my second time staying here and it did not disappoint! My family (my husband and our three kids ages 10,8,6, my sister and her 11 year old) and I absolutely love it here and never want to leave lol. Diane is an amazing host, so easy to communicate with and always prompt with responding to any questions. Her property has one of the best views of lake Nantahala, providing a wide view which is vast and gorgeous, even in the dead of winter! We came for Christmas and it was lovely, had good weather and on the warmest day (60 degrees) our kids went kayaking over to the little peninsula and hiked and had a great time. All the beds were super comfortable, kitchen well stocked with the essentials. Plenty of space for us with plenty more room to have another family there too. There is a bottom floor with a kitchenette, tv room and bedroom that was awesome for the kids to hang out, play games and watch movies.Both indoor and outdoor spaces were great. I loved the peace and tranquility the quiet nature brought us here. No light pollution or traffic heard here which is I think amazing. I am definitely planning on coming here again!

  • Liz C.

    Submitted Oct 7, 2024

    Stayed Sep 21, 2024

    I booked this place for my wedding party and myself to stay at. This home is beautiful. The outdoor area with the fireplace was our favorite part! We had such a great time staying here. Also, the host was the most thoughtful and great host I’ve ever encountered. She left us a very sweet wedding gift. I can’t recommend this place enough. We would definitely stay here again!

  • Will S.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2024

    Stayed Sep 8, 2024

    We love this place, my family has stayed here 3 times and we will definitely be back. Best stocked rental ever, they have everything you need for a family vacation.

  • Susan W.

    Submitted Sep 16, 2024

    Stayed Aug 28, 2024

    Diane's Lake House provided everything you could dream of for a mountain lake get away! The home is spacious, well stocked and comfortable. Easy access to the dock and watercraft were a highlight of the trip. The exceptional outdoor fire-pit provided a cozy atmosphere for gathering and playing games. Diane was so attentive to our needs during our stay and went out of her way to make sure our visit was a pleasurable experience. We will definitely stay again - we highly recommend this beautiful lake house in Nantahala! Thank you, Diane.

  • Derek D.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    Our stay was better than expected. Our host, Diane, was helpful and responsive from point of reservation, to our stay, to sadly leaving this beautiful home. This was one of the cleanest homes that we have stayed in at Lake Nantahala. Diane has this property on expert quality level. We sincerely appreciate Diane's willingness to allow our family to enjoy their home. We intend to reserve this home again, next year. Anticipation is already building for us! Danford Family

  • Eli T.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2024

    Stayed Aug 10, 2024

    Great property on the lake. Wonderful views and outdoor space to hang out day and night and any season. It would be fun in the colder months as well with outdoor fireplace and heaters. Very well appointed living spaces and well stocked kitchen. Easy and helpful communication with the owner Diane who was great. We will be back! was great. We will be back!

  • Beverly E.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    This was our second time staying here and it again was perfect in every way. Diane’s home is super clean , and is fully stocked with anything you may need . The view of the lake is amazing and my family enjoyed skiing all Week. The house is also well equipped with life vests and water toys. This was our 5th summer on lake Nantahala and this is our favorite house !!

  • Jessica T.

    Submitted Aug 8, 2024

    Stayed Jul 29, 2024

    This house is PERFECTION in every way!! I honestly can’t say enough wonderful things about it! It’s gorgeous in the photos and even better in person! We have stayed on the lake before this house is by far the best we have stayed at! If you have been to the lake you know that some houses have super steep drive ways and also many many steps down to the dock. The driveway to this house is basically flat and super easy and convenient. There are wooden steps to the dock that make for an easy an easy and accessible path, and also not so many steps like some of the other houses. The house has lake views from every floor. The dock is spacious and so beautiful. Theres is an amazing stone deck down by the dock to sit and watch the lake and relax. It’s gorgeous and so comfortable! The outdoor sitting area with the fire place is amazing! We sat and played games and roasted s’mores! This house even has a full storage room full of every lake toy you can think of for the guests yes! We were a family of 10 and everyone slept very comfortably l! All the beds were great! Diane is absolutely the best host! She was extremely detailed with every instruction. The house is beyond organized and everything is labeled so you know where to find everything. She was so kind and available for anything we needed! I can’t say enough about our time at the lake! We will definitely be back to this house!

  • Ellen M.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jul 23, 2024

    It is hard to decide which amenity was our favorite in this lovely Lake Nantahala home. The fully equipped kitchen, the covered pavilion with fireplace, and the dock access with fun pontoon were all accessible and clean. Our time fishing, paddle boarding, outdoor grilling, game playing, and s'more making was fun with family and friends. The owner, Diane, was very friendly and helpful. We are already planning our next stay.

You might like these similar properties

Your dates are Available!

Total

Includes taxes and fees
$615+
View details