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Mallard Cove - lakeside pets WiFi, Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly

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July 2025

August 2025

Relax by the serene water's edge, surrounded by lush greenery and trees, with a fire pit and benches for outdoor activities.

Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, dining area, and mounted TV.

Escape to a serene rural landscape surrounded by dense forest and a meandering stream.

Set amidst a serene natural setting, this two-story house features a spacious balcony overlooking the surrounding woods.

Cozy living space with a fireplace, sofa, coffee table, and TV.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102886 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Fireplace

Explore the area

Graham County, NC

Fontana Lake
‪5 min drive‬
Bryson City Gem Mine
‪17 min drive‬
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
‪26 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Almond

This cabin places you next to Nantahala National Forest and within 2 miles (3 km) of Fontana Lake. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.

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What's nearby

Fontana Lake - 5 min drive - 1.5 miles
Swain County Park - 16 min drive - 8.8 miles
Bryson City Gem Mine - 17 min drive - 11.9 miles
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 26 min drive - 18.7 miles
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 26 min drive - 18.7 miles

Restaurants

‪Rivers End Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬12 min drive
‪Stecoah Diner - ‬9 min drive
‪Burger Basket - ‬16 min drive
‪Stecoah Diner - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Mallard Cove - lakeside pets WiFi, Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly

It's sweet summertime in the mountains. Come and experience the Smoky Mountain train ride in Bryson City!
Welcome to Mallard Cove, your perfect escape nestled in the woods yet conveniently close to everything! This spacious cabin, set on over 3 acres, offers a serene lakeside experience while being part of the popular Tobacco Branch Village. Enjoy private access to a 5+ acre stocked lake right from the property—ideal for fishing (no license required), kayaking, swimming off the floating dock or just soaking in the natural beauty. You also have a 10 acre grass field with pavilion, bbq grill, 2 shuffleboard courts, horseshoe pit and babbling brook to entertain the kids, dogs or just enjoy the outdoor space.
Charming Cabin Features:
Main Level: Relax in the cozy 2 story living room with a wood burning fireplace, or whip up a meal in the well-equipped kitchen and dining area. Enjoy the comfort of the master bedroom with an ensuite bath, or take in the fresh air on the large covered porch and front deck.
Upper Level: The upper floor features two additional bedrooms and a shared bath, offering more space for family or friends.
Lower Level: A completely separate apartment with one bedroom, living room and eat in kitchen. This level also houses the washer and dryer. It can be closed off for privacy with a door on the main level.
Outdoor Fun: Grill up some delicious meals on the charcoal BBQ, gather around the fire pit for s'mores and storytelling under the stars, or explore the surrounding woods and lake on our private trails.
Community Amenities for Endless Enjoyment: Mallard Cove is located in a community that offers fantastic amenities, including:
A pavilion for family outings.
Two shuffleboard courts to entertain everyone after a day of exploring.
A large open field for games, playing with your dog, and relaxation.
A small lake perfect for fishing, kayaking, or swimming, or just sitting on one of the benches on the floating dock to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Prime Location – Close to All the Best Attractions!
5 Minutes: Fontana Lake, with 29 miles of scenic shoreline for swimming, water-skiing, fishing, and boating.
5 Minutes: Tsali Recreation Area's famous mountain biking trails.
15 Minutes: Nantahala Outdoor Center for kayaking, rafting, zip-lining, and horseback riding!
15 Minutes: Explore Bryson City for restaurants, shopping, and the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad.
20 Minutes: River tubing at Deep Creek or try your luck at the Cherokee Casino with top-name music performers.
25 Minutes: Visit Fontana Dam, the “Tail of the Dragon,” and numerous charming mountain towns like Waynesville, Sylva, and Cherokee.
Pet-Friendly Paradise!We love dogs and welcome you to bring your furry friends to Mallard Cove! Please let us know the number, type, and a bit about your dogs when booking. To keep this pet-friendly perk available, we ask that you follow our simple rules:
No dogs on furniture or in bedrooms.
Keep barking to a minimum and always leash your dog in community areas.
Clean up after your pet, crate them at night, and when unattended.
There is a $60 pet fee per dog, per stay. If undeclared, a fee of $450 will be charged.
Ready to Book Your Dream Getaway?Don’t miss out on the ultimate lakeside mountain experience at Mallard Cove! Whether you’re looking for adventure or tranquility, this cabin offers it all. Reserve your dates now and enjoy the best of Western North Carolina! 🌲🏞️

The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and an ironing board.

Property manager

Gigi and John

Languages

English, Spanish

Similar properties

Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island and appliances.

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly

Property amenities

Internet

Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

Parking on site

Kitchen

Cookware, dishware, and utensils

Bedrooms

4 bedrooms

Bathroom

3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower/bathtub combination

Living spaces

Fireplace
Living room

Entertainment

Outdoor areas

Deck
Dock

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher

General

Unit size: 2,886 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

Pets

This property welcomes pets
Service animals exempt from fees

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

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.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this cabin?

This cabin is located in Almond, just steps from Nantahala National Forest. Fontana Lake is also within a driving distance of 2.2 mi.

Is there parking available at this cabin?

No, there isn't parking at this cabin.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Mallard Cove - lakeside pets WiFi, Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this cabin, including a fireplace and a kitchen in each cabin and fireplaces in some.

Does Mallard Cove - lakeside pets WiFi, Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cabin.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Are there connecting rooms at this cabin?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Mallard Cove - lakeside pets WiFi, Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly?

Yes, every cabin at Mallard Cove - lakeside pets WiFi, Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly comes with a balcony.

Mallard Cove - lakeside pets WiFi, Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly Reviews

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10 Excellent

Greg/Mary S.

Jul 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Family gathering

We enjoyed use of the home and the location. Home was well supplied with kitchen items, towels, etc. Great proximity to Fontana Lake, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Joyce Kilmer forest.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Joyce H.

Jan 8, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas trip

House was nice, clean and overall great for our family. But parking was not good! If you have more than two cars pick another home. Also don’t go in rainy weather. Driveway is very bad and almost needs a 4 wheel drive in good weather. Very steep steps out front and twice as many in back of home. Again home is great but driveway and parking is not

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

RUBY H., Decatur

Dec 1, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Trip

Such an amazing time we had, we loved the cabin, we’ll visit again.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

Oct 21, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Couples get away

This house was very nice. Well stocked with items we might need, no cookie sheet or pizza pan! Location is fantastic close to many things. There is a steep hill down to the lake, a house next door that is really close and a pretty busy road on the other side but over all it was so quiet and beautiful. The owner communicated quickly and were very helpful. We would stay again and would bring more people! It was clean, quiet, close to fishing/hiking with plenty of room! Also for those who care which we did not; there are no TVs in the bedrooms.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rada U.

Aug 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place, peaceful and secluded location

House is very nice, clean. Communication with the host was great. Unfortunately the internet reliability and speed was not great and we had to cut our stay there short because of it.

Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dina & Bryan K.

Jul 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy

Pleasant - cozy - safe- clean - convenient to white water rafting (WildWater Rafting)

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Jul 5, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful getaway

We would def stay here again. Great cozy getaway with perfect views and pond to enjoy. House was clean and well stocked. Owners were very available with assistance.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

allan g.

Apr 2, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed our stay

Had everything we needed to be comfortable

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Becky S., Saint Louis, Missouri

Oct 2, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great space

We had a great stay. Only complaint is there was only decaf coffee available.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth (Beth) M.

Aug 28, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Heaven on Earth

We couldn’t have asked for a better place to gather with family! The house was spacious and comfortable and very clean! We loved the pond and surrounding area! Swimming, fishing, fellowship and a little piece of heaven to enjoy!! We will definitely return!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Aug 15, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Getaway

The house was very clean and well stocked. The owners respond right away if you need anything or have questions. The location was perfectly centered for all activities. We did white water rafting , kayaking and swimming at lake Fontana, while my husband enjoyed the tail of the dragon. All of which is in close proximity to the house. Our family consists of adults, teens, young adults and everyone had a wonderful stay. We make this trip yearly and I look forward to staying at Mallard Cove again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nita W.

Aug 2, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

Very nice house. Great location. The men and kids loved the fishing right down the hill. We were able to park all three vehicles side by side, just back them in. We would rent again.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colin H.

Aug 1, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great family vacation

The house was very clean, well stocked and large enough for our family of 5 and dog to have plenty of space. The view was beautiful and we enjoyed swimming in the private lake. The owners are very helpful and it was overall a great experience.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Belinda B.

Jul 17, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Jul 16, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house and location

We had a great week at this property. Had everything we needed and it was a great location to see all the Smokey Mountain activities! Grandkids loved the pond!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stanley G.

Jun 5, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain get away

Location was great check-in was good house was great for our family

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wesley B.

Jan 3, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful place

This place was perfect for our family. We had 6 adults 2 children ages 5 and 3 and 2 infants under 2. There were 3 levels which gave each family their own space but also the main level which was great for gathering during the day. Patrick was easy to contact and quick to respond. I would recommend this place for any family gathering.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve A., Asheville

Dec 1, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

All good!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob & Michelle C.

Nov 8, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Had everything we needed

Parking is a bit of an issue. 1 car is okay 2 is manageable but 3 won't work. The house is very nice, comfortable and clean. Check-in was a bit stressful but it all worked out. I believe the pond has been over fished to the point of there not really being any fish in there which was a bit of a disappointment to some of our party. I would recommend this place to others.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debbie B.

Oct 10, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

Everything was awesome and quiet! It wasn't too far from everything we wanted to do, we fished, we shopped, we rode some of the good curvy roads. Fishing wasn't all that great because of the full moon. We had a great time overall. Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shayne C.

Aug 7, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

We Love This Place!

My wife and I really enjoyed the stay. We love this home. We enjoyed it even with the rain, the perfect place to spend time. The only thing we had an issue with is that all the beds have really firm mattresses. Really firm let me tell you. Just be prepared for that if you stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James V.

Jul 25, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Annual motorcycle trip

The home is beautiful and in a good location for the motorcycle riding we intended to do. Extremely peaceful and quiet. Very enjoyable to sit on the deck having coffee while overlooking the pond. Bryson City being only 15 min away has everything we needed for supplies. Gravel road to house has several tight turns and is quite steep which got a bit washed out with the rains during our visit. Not very suited for big motorcycles but we were able to make arrangements to park our bikes next door. Real nice neighbor. Overall a very nice place. Would highly recommend.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carlos C.

Jun 22, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Super relaxing....

Everything was great. It was super peaceful and secluded but also close enough to go tubing and to the lake. It was a relaxing weekend just being able to sit and watch nature. It was perfect..

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rita H.

Jun 18, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Vacation - Great house on a pond!

Such a fun house conveniently located to multiple fun things to do!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

brian a.

May 27, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little getaway

Everything was as listed in the add. If or when I return to ride Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap I will stay here again. Had everything we needed. Tucked away in the mountain with a private lake that had a dock for fishing or swimming. The grounds were very well maintained. Even the dirt roads were maintained no potholes or ditches. Was a bit challenging getting out 4 door f350 with dual axle 20’ enclosed trailer back to the house but we made it. Hosts were friendly and readily available.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022