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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!

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.

Lakeside Views meet Elevated Style and Comfort
Escape to the serene charm of Lantern Landing, a brand-new cabin perched above Lake Blue Ridge. This 3-bedroom retreat blends luxury and comfort with en-suite bathrooms, sweeping lake views from a private deck, and inviting common areas. Unwind by the outdoor fire pit, soak in the hot tub, or explore the lake with complimentary kayaks. The patio features a large flat-screen TV and a game table with ping-pong and air hockey. Lantern Landing offers an unforgettable getaway for family and friends.

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!

Lake Glenville Shipping Container w/ Rooftop Deck!
Come enjoy your very own converted 20ft shipping container situated among the trees. Enjoy a private rooftop deck for your morning coffee with 360 degree views or head to the downstairs deck and enjoy a covered seating and dining area. Also downstairs you can enjoy a hot tub and fireplace for those chillier nights in Western North Carolina. We also offer 2 kayaks for guests to take out to Lake Glenville, an espresso + coffee setup, and other amenities to make you feel at home!

Riverfront Barn w/ Hot Tub, Fire Pit & Kayaks
Escape to a riverfront retreat near WCU 🌄 • 1.6 miles to WCU 🎓 • Private river access + kayaks & tubes 🛶 • Hot tub + fire pit for relaxing nights ♨️🔥 • Fish, float, or unwind by the water 🌊 • 5-10 min to Sylva & Dillsboro 📍 • Close to Blue Ridge Parkway & Asheville 🏔️ Perfect for couples, families & game day stays ✨ • Peaceful, private setting surrounded by nature 🌲 • Easy access to hiking, dining & local shops 🍽️ • Ideal for weekend getaways or extended stays 🏡

Dock Mountain Lake kayaks SUPs canoe Hot tub
Escape to this stunning lakefront home, where relaxation meets adventure! Nestled against **breathtaking mountain views**, this retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort and outdoor fun. Spend your days exploring the water with our **kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards**, or unwind in the **private hot tub** overlooking the tranquil lake. With a **private dock** just steps from the house, you can easily enjoy morning swims, fishing, or peaceful sunrises by the water.

Lofty Ledges Hangout at French Broad River Farms
Start your day with a beautiful sunrise over the river- breathing fresh mountain air and listening to the river roar. You have access to our quaint farm, so spend your morning hiking, fishing, and meeting the animals! With just a quick drive, you can adventure to surrounding towns to experience the culture of WNC before returning to your private, peaceful sanctuary. Wind down for the evening with Biltmore wine or some local craft brews. Fully stocked for pups, too!

#1 Couple Cabin•Hot Tub• VIEW•Winter Specials
•Massive Mountain Views •Hot Tub •Fireplace •Full Kitchen •Seclusion without remote •No Scary Roads -SEASONAL COMMUNITY POOL!! Welcome to Paradise Mountain, where breathtaking views, stunning decor, and top-notch amenities await you! Nestled in the heart of the Smoky Mountains, this cozy studio offers a front-row seat to nature's beauty and everything else the Smokies has to offer!!

Amazing Lakefront home with private NEW dock
Relax with your whole crew in a peaceful, secluded house right on the lake. Spend the days paddling around in the supplied canoes, jumping off the dock into the crystal clear water and floating to your hearts content. The only sounds you will hear is the waterfall across the way and the streams that run on each side of the house. In the evenings enjoy dinner on the deck, drinks by the fire pit, and relaxing in the hot tub.

Log cabin🌄 35 acres 🎣🥾 RV hookup🚙 hike & fish
Picture yourself in a cozy Appalachian style log cabin. The soft breeze blowing through the trees while you're swinging on the porch sipping iced tea taking in the enchanting Smoky Mts. All the amenities you need, propane grill, fully equipped kitchen, 2 bedrooms, bath w/shower, washer & dryer, central heat & air. Catch some fish in our pond. Use one of ours bring your pole there's a stocked pond. CATCH AND RELEASE PLEASE

Glamping Cozy Dome w/ Hot Tub + Sauna | Mtn Views
Stay in a unique glamping dome tucked into the Blue Ridge Mountains, where modern comfort meets a woodsy, immersive nature experience. Wake up to sweeping mountain views, spend your days exploring nearby trails, and unwind under the stars in a setting that feels both peaceful and elevated. Relax in your private hot tub, gather around the fire pit and grill, or enjoy the shared sauna and cold plunge just steps away.
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House rentals with a kayak

Cozy by the Creekside: 1.4 miles to Casino

Getaway on Lake Hartwell: Pontoon Rental, Clemson

Hardystone LakeHouse Hot Tub & Double Decker Dock!

Waterfront, 3 BR, Hot Tub, Fishing, Pet-Friendly

Modern Cottage on Lake Chatuge -Sleeps 8; Lakeside

Hidden Lake Sanctuary

Lake Hartwell House - Cozy and Close to Clemson!

Charming Valley -Trout Stream - Swim Lake- Horse
Cottage rentals with a kayak

Smoky Mountain Cottage on the Cove - 6 min to WCU

Lake Blue Ridge’s Wet Feet Retreat Cottage

Cottage on the Lake

Lakefront cottage with a view, near Clemson

Lake Keowee Waterfront Cottage - Private Retreat

Lakefront dock *hot tub* Anderson/Clemson king bed

Lake front Sunset Cottage with dock & kayaks

Lake Santeetlah Cottage with private dock
Cabin rentals with a kayak

Adorable cabin near restaurants, Helen & Clayton

Copper Top cabin in the Smoky's

The Toccoa Overlook

Trillium Cottage at Lake Santeetlah

Cabin in Smoky Mountains, Views, Fire Pit, Hot Tub

Mountain Cabin w/ Hot Tub + Pvt. Deck

Lake Keowee Cabin: Peaceful and Bright

A Lakefront Tiny Cabin • Hot Tub • Kayaks • Canoe
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Hideaway at Harvest Moon

Wolf Lake Escape - lake & mountain retreat

6 Ponds Farm Treehouse

Bear’s Lair Escape To The Lake!

The Bothy - 28 acre private retreat

The Farmhouse at Bald Mtn Creek Farm-Pavilion,Pond

SilverWolf Lodge on Lake Nantahala

Private Glamper/HOT TUB/MountainViews~Couples/Solo
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