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Easy Breezy beach house on secluded waterfront
🏝️🌞🐬 Take it easy at this unique and tranquil beach cottage nestled in the woods on the Albemarle sound! This hidden gem provides a unique combo of a rural getaway and the beach! Wildlife is truly plentiful at this romantic escape or family vacay- see dolphins, otters, turtles, etc. Enjoy 3 cozy bedrooms, new hot tub, private dock, kayaks, personal balcony off each room with amazing views! Located conveniently between downtown Elizabeth city and Outer Banks. Relaxation and serenity awaits you!🌊🏖️☀️

"Paraíso Encontrado" Paradise Found
Watch the deer grazing in the woods as you sit on the wrap around deck of this modern cabin nestled at Lake James, NC. Enjoy the pool while you cookout on the gas grill, or hike the new Fonta Flora trail nearby. A 10 minute drive to:three marinas, two wineries, & two state parks. Enjoy biking, hiking, boating, snow/water skiing, fishing, enjoying nature & tranquility. Convenient to Lake James, Morganton, Table Rock, Shortoff Mtn., Linville Gorge, Little Switzerland, Blue Ridge Pkwy. & Marion.

Mountain Magic-Peaceful, Cozy, Pet-Friendly Escape
Welcome to Mountain Magic! This cozy cottage is the perfect location for your Great Smoky Mountain escape. Tucked on a creek with stunning views, this newly renovated and charming cottage will take your breath away. Set on 8 acres and surrounded by forest, you can relax on the covered porch and watch wildlife, or roast marshmallows at the creekside fire pit. Designed with the comfort of our guests and their pets in mind, Mountain Magic has everything you need for a fantastic mountain retreat.

Private cozy lake home with indoor pool!
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Secluded home yet close to town. Nestled in a quiet cove right off the main channel on Lake Hickory. It has a heated indoor pool so even in the winter time you can enjoy the water with view of the lake. There is a dock as well. So if you happen to want to enjoy the lake, you can. The house has its own boat ramp so if you want to bring your own boat you can. If not there are places to rent them from. Hope you come and enjoy our piece of paradise.

The Skipper- 3 bedroom/Simply Adorable
The Skipper located on High Rock Lake highlights a large beautiful deck and pier filled with cozy seating and a Blackstone for preparing meals. It offers a screened-in porch off the kitchen for early mornings and late nights. This cabin offers a galley kitchen, dining area, family room, 3 bedrooms, and two full baths. All rooms have black out curtains for necessary naps during the day. A well trained dog is welcome during your stay. The Skipper- a quiet and perfect vacation spot to relax.

Cozy Cabin w/Hot Tub, Mountain View & Fire Pit
Your harmonious mountain retreat awaits in Chimney Rock. This cozy, dog-friendly cottage invites you to slow down and reconnect with nature. Unwind in the private hot tub, sway in the hammock, or gather around the fire pit while the soothing sounds of the nearby Broad River create nature’s own melody. Start your morning with coffee and seasonal views of the waterfall. Thoughtfully designed for comfort, connection, and relaxation, River Symphony is your peaceful escape in the mountains.

Enchanted Escape/Peaceful Mtn. Cottage near Boone
Escape to a romantic mountain cottage set on 12 beautiful acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Boone, NC. Surrounded by rolling farmland, wooded trails, and the peaceful sounds of the nearby creek, this cozy retreat blends rustic charm with modern comfort. Relax on the spacious deck overlooking the farm and mountains, explore the private walking trail and creekside bridge, or unwind by the fire pit under the stars.

Rocky Knoll Hideaway | Visit Family | Quiet Escape
Welcome to Rocky Knoll Hideaway — your peaceful home base for visiting family, relaxing, and recharging. Tucked among the trees, this cozy private cottage offers the perfect blend of quiet seclusion and convenient access to the area. Whether you’re here for a weekend visit, a holiday stay, or just a break from the busy pace of life, Rocky Knoll Hideaway offers a warm, welcoming place to land.

Waterfall Cottage
Built in 2010, Waterfall Cottage provides a romantic, comfortable, rustic retreat space in the woods perched just above a magical flowing mountain stream. Both downtown Asheville and the charming town of Black Mountain are only a 10 to 15 minute drive away. Note: While Swannanoa was hit hard by Hurricane Helene, both our property and our woodsy neighborhood community were not severely damaged.

Ladybug Cottage
Enjoy the peace and quiet of this unique and tranquil escape nestled in the rolling hills of Western North Carolina. Whether you're sipping a hot cup of coffee on the patio or soaking in the hot tub under a blanket of stars, this serene retreat offers the perfect setting to unwind and reconnect with nature. Scenic 30 minute drive to downtown Asheville and 15 minutes to downtown Marshall.

Mountaintop Vistas of NC/TN/VA
Stay cool in your air-conditioned, first-floor Cottage Suite with stunning ridge views into TN & NC! Features include 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, fireplace, dining room, 3 private entries, and a patio with grill, fire pit & 3-person hot tub. Enjoy a 7-ft hot tub at the hangar too! Hike the TN/NC line or explore the gorge for swimming, climbing & adventure. A peaceful mountain escape awaits!

Catch A View - Oceanfront Home
Oceanfront home located in N. Topsail Beach. Panoramic ocean views from the covered porch to enjoy the sunrise and sunset. Cozy and comfortable 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom single level home. Your family can enjoy the convenience of all the linens being provided (sheets, comforters, pillows, and bath towels) and a fully equipped kitchen for a home away from home experience.
Popular amenities for North Carolina cottage rentals
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

2BR Mtn Top View • Hot Tub • Cashiers & Highlands

Amazing mountain views & Hot tub/brand new Sauna

Cedar Serenity – Tranquil Private Guest House

A-FRAME Lake Cabin. Private Boat Dock, Kayaks, SUP

OBX Oceanfront · Private Beach · Hot Tub · Salvo

Tranquil, Stylish and The Views!

The Mothership

Summer Lovin Kure Beach oceanfront with hot tub
Pet-friendly cottage rentals

Mtn Retreat•1 Mile 2 Town•Bright Clean Fenced•Dogs

The Cozy Cottage with the Illusion of Seclusion

Carson Creek Ridge Top

Sandpiper~ Beachfront Cottage (pet-friendly)

Creekside Cottage

Oceanfront-pvt access-dog friendly-Incredible Ibis

Cozy quiet Celo home, creek and mountain views

The Evelyn Elizabeth
Private cottage rentals

Blackberry Cottage

Cabin in the Clouds

Secluded Cottage on the Farm-Blue Ridge Parkway

Creekside Cottage on Pine Orchard Creek, Todd, NC

Waterside Cottage 'HoriZen'

High Cottage Retreat At 3500ft

Rustic, Romantic Getaway at Paradise Cottage in Boone

Cottage at Indian Cave - Family Perfect!
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