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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!
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 198 reviews
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.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviews
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!
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 272 reviews
Wolf Lake Escape - lake & mountain retreat
Beautiful secluded setting on Wolf Lake. Private studio apartment with full kitchen and bath. Stunning lake view and full lake access with use of kayaks, canoe and dock in the adjacent cove. Private patio with fire pit and grill. Paradise Falls trailhead 1 mile away. Close to Panthertown Valley Backcountry Area with multiple trails and waterfalls. 45 minutes from Brevard, Sylva and Cashiers, NC. Easy drive to Asheville and Biltmore House. Onsite parking. Well behaved pets welcome
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 273 reviews
A Lakefront Tiny Cabin • Hot Tub • Kayaks • Canoe
Whitewater Cabin is where you wake up to peaceful lake views, sip coffee on the porch, and spend the day kayaking or swimming from your private dock. This lakefront cabin is tucked away on a private Lake in the South Carolina mountains, minutes from Lake Jocassee and Lake Keowee. It’s the perfect getaway for couples, families, or friends looking to escape into nature. After a day exploring waterfalls, hiking, or boating, come back and unwind in the hot tub overlooking the water.
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviews
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!
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews
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 🏡
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 229 reviews
Mirror lake Cabin. 3 bed,Close to town. Canoe.
Rustic cabin on beautiful Mirror Lake with lake view, dock and canoe! Just a few steps from the lake. Outside screen porch and large deck, grill and fire pit overlooking beautiful lake. Corn hole, board games, hammock available for your enjoyment. Close enough to walk or bike to town (bikes not included) Games, movies, electric grill. Cable tv, WiFi. Fire wood provided for the fireplace. Pullout sofa bed couch adds 2 more sleeping spots bringing total parole to 8.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 139 reviews
Gathering Moss Cottage on Burton
Gathering Moss Cottage is a wonderful family getaway or 2 to 3 couples retreat on Lake Burton. 30 minutes to Helen and half the price! Great views from the screened porch while reading a book or watching the kids play in the lake. Make some great memories at this fantastic cottage. New firepit is in just off the steps leading to the lake. Kayak's are available on site as well as pontoon boat rental from your host delivered to the dock, no pu or drop off.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 127 reviews
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.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 157 reviews
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
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 362 reviews
Cozy by the Creekside: 1.4 miles to Casino
Cozy by the Creekside offers privacy and convenience. Just a short drive to Harrah’s Casino, Cataloochee Ski Resort and Blue Ridge Parkway. Our place is a fully remodeled, single-story brick home nestled beside Soco Creek, Cherokee. It has been an absolute pleasure hosting and providing a “Home away from Home” experience for guests visiting the Smokies. Come stay creekside while seeing all that Cherokee has to offer!
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 326 reviewsPopular amenities for kayak rentals near Nantahala National Forest
House rentals with a kayak

Entire 2 Story Lakefront Home with huge Dock!
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviews
Escape to Lake Rabun and Relax in Nature
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 174 reviews
Lake Nottely Vacation Rental, King Beds, Pontoon
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 214 reviews
Charming Valley -Trout Stream - Swim Lake- Horse
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews
Modern Cottage on Lake Chatuge -Sleeps 8; Lakeside
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviews
Hidden Lake Sanctuary
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews
Dujardins Keowee Waterfront Home
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 166 reviews
SilverWolf Lodge on Lake Nantahala
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 99 reviewsCottage rentals with a kayak

Lake Keowee Waterfront Cottage - Private Retreat
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 211 reviews
Smoky Mountain Cottage on the Cove - 6 min to WCU
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews
Lakefront dock *hot tub* Anderson/Clemson king bed
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 266 reviews
Retreat to the Farmhouse on Lake Chatuge
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 148 reviews
Wet Feet Retreat | Lake Blue Ridge Dock + Hot Tub
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 123 reviews
Lake Cottage Kayak/Firepit/Dock/Pool Table/hot tub
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 146 reviews
A-Frame Lake Hartwell Cottage w/ Hot Tub
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews
Lakefront cottage with a view, near Clemson
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviewsCabin rentals with a kayak

Dock Mountain Lake kayaks SUPs canoe Hot tub
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
Adorable cabin near restaurants, Helen & Clayton
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews
Mountain Cabin w/ Hot Tub + Pvt. Deck
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews
Trillium Cottage at Lake Santeetlah
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews
Cabin in Smoky Mountains, Views, Fire Pit, Hot Tub
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 231 reviews
#1 Couple Cabin•Hot Tub• VIEW•Winter Specials
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews
Aska Adventure Getaway with gorgeous views!
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 270 reviews
Copper Top cabin in the Smoky's
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 277 reviewsOther vacation rentals with a kayak

The Farmhouse at Bald Mtn Creek Farm-Pavilion,Pond
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 168 reviews
Serenity Cove, lake front.
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 49 reviews
Bear’s Lair Escape To The Lake!
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews
The Bothy - 28 acre private retreat
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 85 reviews
Chestnut Lake Lodge
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews
House on Blue Waters
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 64 reviews
Private Creekside Cabin Waterfall• Hot Tub
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 51 reviews
Secluded Smoky Mountain Cabin, Firepit and Views
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 11 reviewsQuick stats about vacation rentals with a kayak near Nantahala National Forest

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4.9 Average rating
Nantahala National Forest stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.9 out of 5!
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