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Lakefront Adventure: Private Hot Tub, Dock, Nearby Rafting, Biking & More!

Lakefront vacation home with a hot tub, 8-minute walk to Fontana Lake

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Interior
TV
Exterior
TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6672 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Robbinsville, NC
  • Place, Fontana Lake
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪25 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Almond

This vacation home places you next to Nantahala National Forest and within a 10-minute walk of Fontana Lake. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 21 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 21 min drive - 17.4 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 25 min drive - 20.2 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 37 min drive - 30.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪River's End Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Kallistos - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Yellow Branch Farm - ‬19 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Lakefront Adventure: Private Hot Tub, Dock, Nearby Rafting, Biking & More!

Escape to the perfect lakefront getaway! Our cozy cabin offers great lake access and is just a short drive from all the fun-filled activities you could ask for. With nearby rafting, biking, ziplining, Cherokee, Bryson City, and Robbinsville, there's never a dull moment.

Enjoy your own private section of the dock. During the summer months, you can easily launch your boat right next to our dock and tie off right away. No more wasting your precious vacation time searching for a boat slip!

Take a dip in the refreshing lake waters or cast a line and try your luck fishing from our dock. For the thrill-seekers, bring your boat, water skis, and/or jet ski and play on the lake, or take a leisurely cruise through the stunning mountain-scaped lake. Don't forget to pack some sandwiches for a relaxing picnic on the lake or at the historic Fontana Dam.

If you're looking for more adventure, you won't have to go far. Go white-water rafting or kayaking down the Nantahala River, take a ride on the Great Smokey Mountains Railroad, go horseback riding, hike the Appalachian Trail, or challenge yourself on the famous Tsali Bike Trails. You can also tour the historical Cherokee or try your luck at the Cherokee Casino, all just minutes from our cabin. We like to think of our area of Western North Carolina as God's Theme Park, a place for recreation and relaxation that is sure to recharge your soul!

Our private dock walkway is shared with our other home, but each of our homes has its own reserved section. Our dock is conveniently located just outside the marina's no-wake zone, making it a quick and easy trip for supplies and gas. From May to early September, you can launch your boat and/or jet ski right next to our dock. The marina launch area is also just a short distance away. Please note that the dock may not be available in the winter as the TVA lowers the lake level. The marina adjusts our dock as the lake level lowers and rises to and from the winter levels.

We provide a golf cart for transporting people, coolers, and gear to the dock, as well as two ride-on top kayaks to get on the water for your convenience. Please note that availability depends on the prior guest caring for them during use, but we make a reasonable effort to ensure they are available for all guests.

Need more space for your party? Check out our home next door (291348) and see if it's available. It's always more fun when everyone is close by!


Keywords: Lake front, On the Lake, Boat, Dock, Fishing, Nantahala, River White Water, Rafting, Cherokee, Casino, Bryson City, Fontana, Lake
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and a phone.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 672 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pet hair is hard to clean. Please bring extra sheets to cover furniture and bed comforters if you allow pet on them. Thank you!
We do not have trash pickup service. Guests are expected to dispose of all trash at the 24hr site or in Bryson City (limited hours, closed holidays)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Nest Over Fontana Lake Rafting biking hiking zipline House
Nest Over Fontana Lake Rafting biking hiking zipline
Nest Over Fontana Lake Rafting biking hiking zipline House
Nest Over Fontana Lake Rafting biking hiking zipline House
Nest Over Fontana Lake Rafting biking hiking zipline
Nest Over Fontana Lake Near Rafting biking hiking zipline
Nest Over Fontana Lake Near Rafting biking hiking zipline

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home in Almond is within a 10-minute walk of Fontana Lake and Nantahala National Forest. Tuckasegee River is also within a driving distance of 4.7 mi.

Is there parking available at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is a hot tub.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Lakefront Adventure: Private Hot Tub, Dock, Nearby Rafting, Biking & More!?

At this lakeside vacation home, amenities that appeal to couples include a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a firepit.

Does Lakefront Adventure: Private Hot Tub, Dock, Nearby Rafting, Biking & More! have a hot tub?

Yes, this vacation home has a spa tub.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although cats and dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Lakefront Adventure: Private Hot Tub, Dock, Nearby Rafting, Biking & More!?

Yes, every accommodation at Lakefront Adventure: Private Hot Tub, Dock, Nearby Rafting, Biking & More! comes with a deck with some featuring lake or mountain views.

Lakefront Adventure: Private Hot Tub, Dock, Nearby Rafting, Biking & More! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin was cute. had a weird musty smell and open windows did not help. Overall it was nice-enjoyed the golf cart.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice property, private and quiet! Comfortable bed, too!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gas P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

It was awesome
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

anna b.

Some issues, still enjoyed ourselves

I always write honest reviews and try to be fair. As a business owner I myself want honest reviews. I will start with positives.Cabin felt secluded and private even with other places close by. Inside was fairly clean and tidy. Kitchen had most items we needed. Lots of things were provided I didn't expect. We appreciated the amenities such as golf cart, kayaksDock was nice and water was clear and beautiful. Host was quick to respond to questions and issues.Negatives. Deck was in fairly bad shape and there were a few loose boards on steps. House is very tiny, beds take up the entire room and its not comfortable to maneuver. Deck and deck furniture was dirty as was the grill. Deck had too much furniture and felt crowded, some furniture was very dirty and stained and even looked mildewed and just needed to be trashed. Bottom deck where hotub was was only half lit with string lights and couldnt see well. I looked and flipped every switch and couldnt find lighting. While dock and lake were nice its situated right near heavy boat traffic and its not no wake zone so we didnt feel safe venturing far from the dock. We had a good trip and enjoyed ourselves but there is room for improvement.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paxton H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday getaway

We rented this house for a birthday getaway and it was perfect for us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Brian W.

Lake cabin

The inside of the home is fine , it was pretty clean except the dishwasher was full and there were some half eaten dog treats on the floor . The exterior needs major repairs, there are 3 decks and all of the wood is pretty bad. We booked and paid for 4 nights but had to leave the morning after the firstnight
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

malcolm n.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful spot on the lake

First the good. Nice cozy house on the lake. Nothing fancy but clean and functional. Really nice dock/pier on a beautiful spot on the lake. There really is no bad but some things to be aware of. Internet was spotty our entire trip if that’s important to you. There had been some storms before we got there and WiFi/internet was completely out on arrival. It seemed to get better during our stay so maybe it was storm related. The drive to the house is quite narrow necessitating backing out or performing a 160 point turn between a vertical hillside and 100ft drop. Backing wasn’t that difficult. The path to the dock is quit steep but doable and they have a golf cart you can use to completely circumvent the path. Didn’t use the cart but did drive down to unload paddle boards, easy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness

2nd straight year

We enjoyed everything this property had to offer.. The house overlooking the lake was hard to leave. George is always easily available and very helpful..
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery C.

Nice Environment

The property was about what I had hoped for. It had access to the lake and close to Nantahala Outdoor Center where we went rafting and zip lining. There's a boat rental close by. The people there were very friendly and helpful. Having a dock close to the boat rental place is very convenient. We were able to do quite a few adventures and had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

4/10 Poor

Brae K.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

Unfortunately, there's a lot to be disappointed with, as far the cleanliness of the place and communication with the host. Many of the appliances did not work well. The oven only turned off when you put it on clean mode. The shower was clogged, so you were constantly standing in a pool of water. The control panel for the hot tub had fallen off, thus exposing loose wires to the water. Most everything was dirty. The couches were musty, old, and very dusty. Much of the outdoor furniture had mold all over it, and if it didn't, it was covered in layers of dirt. I spent twenty minutes cleaning the outdoor table, just so we could feel comfortable sitting there. The carpets in the bedrooms were very stained. The bunk beds were precariously rickety, to the point that we weren't comfortable using the top bunk. The comforters were cheap and dirty feeling. I will say that the kitchen and bathroom had been cleaned, but that appeared to be it. We almost left a day early, but the beauty of the lake makes up for a lot. When we left, we emailed the host about it all. It's now been over 24 hours, and we have not received any sort of response. Though we will happily visit the lake again, we won't be staying here. I will say that when we booked i did not click on the button for pets and when i messaged him he waived the fee for us which was kind.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Best Vacation Ever

Best host ever! Best stay ever! Great dock, enjoyed the boating - Fontana has some of the clearest water! I would recommend if you want a quite getaway…..
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arthur H., Gastonia usa

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake front home

Great location. Private and beautiful property. We really enjoyed our visit. Will recommend to others
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Cleveland, TN M.

Liked: Cleanliness

A fun weekend

We all had a great time fishing and just relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful lake retreat

We enjoyed our time at the lake house so much! The home had everything we needed for our 4th of July vacation. Fontana Lake is gorgeous! We brought our boat and the dock was perfect. The host provided a golf cart, kayaks, a fire pit, grill, and all the amenities we needed! We were very comfortable there. Thank you! We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Long weekend at the lake

Had a wonderful time, this is my second time renting and will definitely rent again! Brought my two Corgis with me and they had just as much fun, the ramp off the dock is perfect for ease of access for the dogs! Property is no frills but is perfect and what really makes the rental is the dock! There's nothing better than a few days at the lake to recharge. The addition of the firepit was great too! Thanks again for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

William G.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Location superb

Location and property are great. Beautiful view, nice dock and amenities. House and dishes were dirty. Had to wash before use.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Stephen K., Murrysville,pa

Lake house

The dock really made the place great. No one was staying at the other camp at the time so had dock all to ourselves. The house was smaller than we thought but was fine for our family. Went hiking and fished at the lake, had fun. Caught catfish off the dock every day we were there. Kids enjoyed swimming at the lake during the day off dock and had fire at night at fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Chuck M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain house

Wry quite and relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dianne G., Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Getaway

Small but great house. We rented both houses has we had more than one would hold. George was great to work with. He responds quickly to any and all questions. We will definitely do this again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family with dogs

We had a great time using dock and decks. Living space was small but doable for a few days. Plenty of outdoor space for games and eating.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

nina s.

Liked: Cleanliness

perfect getaway

Such a magical spot! Plenty of space for our family.. All the beds where extremely comfortable. hot tub was soo hot and wonderful, my mom actually slept on the hammock outside because she wanted to! We spent time on the dock just swimming as well as kayaking and one day we rented a boat that we were able to tie up to the dock and have the family come and go. It does not get much better!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Steve S., Chapel Hill, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Relax and enjoy

Wonderful outdoor spaces with great access to the lake. Inside rooms are small but plenty of room in the kitchen. We were outside most of the time and enjoyed are time at the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Kristiana P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute

Cute little cabin, rocky, dock was hard to get on too
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house on Fontana Lake!

We loved this property, it was perfect for our family of 4. The house draws you outside with beautiful decks and lots of seating. The dock is just awesome, and the kids had a blast swimming, kayaking, and fishing. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Logan N., Waynesville

Liked: Cleanliness

Private Mountain Lake Getaway

My husband, mother-in-law, and 17 yr old son enjoyed ourselves for 4 days and 3 nights at this cozy, quiet mountain lake getaway. Being surrounded by the forest helps to keep the house and porch nice and cool in the summer and the AC was working almost too well inside. The house is very close to the water but just far enough that we were grateful for the golf cart the hosts provided there, so we could drive our mom down to the dock and up again. We cook a lot from scratch so we were grateful the kitchen was fully stocked and the gas grill was functional. Our teenager appreciated having wifi and the tv includes netflix, disney, and youtube - you just have to login to your own account to access the latter two. The place was just as described, except that the private dock is actually shared with the neighboring property but we had no issue with that. We never even saw the other family that was staying nextdoor, but if we had that would have been ok as there are designated spaces on the dock for each property. The bedrooms are very small with just enough room to walk to one side of the beds but we didn't spend much time there, as we enjoyed most of our time between the cool, clean, emerald water of Fontana Lake, the private dock, and the shady deck, which was so accommodating for lounging and visiting with the family. The hot tub was VERY hot and the jets worked decently well. Every night we we serenaded by the lovely orchestra of toads, frogs, and whippoorwills. It was quite enchanting. And it was such a wonderful place for our mom's dogs to stay with us. We are so grateful for such a lovely location available to dog lovers. We just wish we could have stayed longer. Will definitely book again when possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

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