Vacation rentals with a fire pit in Santeetlah Lake

We had an amazing stay at this Airbnb with our family of 10, ranging from a baby to grandparents. The house was meticulously maintained and spotlessly clean. It had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing trip. The layout was perfect, with plenty of space for everyone to spread out while still having great common areas for gathering. Every room was beautifully designed, so no one felt like they got the “lesser” room. The views were absolutely incredible, and we loved the added amenities—board games, foosball, a jacuzzi, and a grill. The host was fantastic—super responsive, helpful with local recommendations, and proactive in keeping us informed about a nearby fire. We truly couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend this home for any group looking for a relaxing and well-equipped retreat!

Reba was a fantastic host! Had lots of fun touches. The scenery and back drop of the location was amazing, we will be going back but will stay for longer to really enjoy everything the cottage had to offer!

Close to town. Very comfortable. Very quiet. Most definitely will be rebooking

This tiny home/treehouse was the perfect escape from all the stress of the world. I enjoyed every minute from sitting in the jacuzzi to warming up in front of the fire place! The grill was also a handy amenity that we throughly enjoyed. I love how the small space provided everything we needed to relax and enjoy God’s creation. I can’t wait to visit again soon!

The place is even nicer than the pictures. It's a beautiful retreat in the woods with lots of natural light. There are plenty of places inside and out to enjoy being alone or gathering with family and friends. It's kept very clean, well stocked with everything you need to cook and lots of linens and towels. The multiple fans and a/c make it comfortable on hot days. The walk down to the fire pit or the man cave by the creek is steep, but not difficult. You can drive up and down easily as well. It's only a few minutes from so many things to do. But if you sit on the screened in porch and watch the hawks and the cows grazing across the road, It's hard to want to leave. It's perfect for couples wanting privacy or families with children that need plenty of space to play in. What a true gem!

I have never stayed at a more well stocked rental. If you forgot anything, no worries, she probably has it in the house! Joan left some very thoughtful, personal touches like having the heated blanket turned on for me when I arrived, a bowl of treats, etc. My favorite part is a tie between the gorgeous claw foot soaking tub which I used every night, and the beautiful view of the mountains from a large picture window. The location was really beautiful, and had a grocery store and multiple gas stations within a few miles of the house. The only thing that kept it from being perfect, was the spotty wifi, which is understandable in the mountains, but all the lighting was hooked to Google, so Google either didn't understand, or the wifi kept failing for the commands. It just seemed it took 5x as long to turn on a lamp, than simply turning the switch. I ended up unhooking the one in the bedroom during my stay. I would highly recommend this rental, and Joan is an amazing host.

Wow! What a amazing place. So peaceful and quiet with amazing views. Will definitely be back

Really enjoyed the home. Our trip was cut short due to anticipated weather to travel 11-12 hrs home. Would love to come back and enjoy the porches during different seasons. During our stay it was cold and rainy. Place was as described- clean, comfortable, and relaxing. Rodney was very responsive and understanding when it came to checking out earlier than planned. Would definitely stay again.

would stay here again ! lovely location and nice place inside and out

What a lovely stay! We really enjoyed making a fire and cooking by the river. Such an awesome location and only a mile from the Nantahala Outdoor Center. I’d highly recommend Donnie’s stay to anyone looking for a private get away in the mountains. We will definitely stay again.

A beautiful lodge in a wonderful part of the country. Definitely worth a visit!

Jaime and Cris were amazing hosts! I forgot to grab a blanket from home and was a little chilly when we got there and asked if they had one I could borrow. It was delivered outside our door. They were super sweet! The bed was comfortable and the place was just as advertised and clean!! It was very homey! It is conveniently placed right outside of downtown Bryson City and there are ample amounts of things to do in the area! Can’t say enough positive things about our time at Jaime and Cris’s place or about Bryson City!! Great place to stay and a great little town to visit! We will for sure be back and checking to see if Jaime and Cris’s place is available for us to stay when we come back!

Mountain Blessing was honestly a true blessing. The best place for us to spend our New Years & welcome in 2025! Miss Gloria was quick to respond to my inquiries & made us feel at home. I'm OCD & everything was perfect. Such a beautiful quiet town for myself & my husband. Close enough to Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge for our boy's entertainment. It was the perfect balance. The condo is located close to shopping, family owned restaurants & businesses, which I LOVE! No matter which direction you're heading, you will drive thru the gorgeous Smokey Mountains. Thank you for welcoming us so warmly. We look forward to visiting in the Summer or Fall for our next visit.

If you are looking for a comfortable place to stay in a peaceful location close to downtown Franklin, look no further! Up a quaint, winding road, nestled in the trees is a wonderful two bedroom ground level apartment waiting just for you. Once you arrive you will be warmly greeted by your hosts Dave, Barb & Beans who are always available but never intrusive. Their view is wonderful! The property exactly as described. You Can’t ask for more! And I can’t wait to go back!

Belinda and Ben were great host! The home met our needs as we were waiting to close on our home. The space worked well for my husband who was working remotely and also for the visiting grand kids. The home is simple bbut had everything we needed.

Five stars is not enough. Great location, comfortable, all you need is there and if it isn't Sean will make sure it is there in the blink of an eye.

My husband and I had a beautiful stay here. Loved everything about it, especially the view. Our stay felt amazing. Communication with our host was top 10. We would definitely stay here again.

Amazing views! We enjoyed our stay in Bruce’s private and clean cabin. We appreciated the light breeze and quietness while hanging out on the porch. The cabin was still close enough to town to enjoy the restaurants, breweries and shopping. We were also able to explore other towns in the area with a short drive. Great communication with the host, Bruce.

This place was awesome we had a great time. We also enjoyed the hot tub, scenic views and the accommodations by the host. The fire pit and the s’mores provided by Liz and Steve was perfect for this setting. Thanks again Liz and Steve!

The cabin is very comfortable. Tastefully decorated. The kitchen is very well stocked. Comfortable!

This was the perfect peaceful cabin for me and my spouse. It's a great cabin for 2 ! It's 5 min from bryson city down town where thier is cute shops, eating and desert! Just 20 min from cherokee. Loved my stay at the cabin !

We enjoyed our stay in this quiet, peaceful cabin. It is a rustic cabin but well maintained and had all the amenities we needed. We spent our 25th wedding anniversary and Thanksgiving Day at the cabin. We had a wonderful time!

Amazing place and area, nothing to complain, they provided close to everything we could need while staying there!

Peaceful. The location was stunning, the cabin was cozy, and the fact we could hike all around the property was amazing. There was no reason to leave this place. My kids enjoyed fishing on the pond and hiking the trails. Amazing experience!