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Iris's lake house w/2 kayaks and lake access, hammock,16x16ft deck w/ lake veiw

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Exterior
Miscellaneous
Exterior detail

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Robbinsville, NC
  • Santeetlah Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Cheoah River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Iris's lake house w/2 kayaks and lake access, hammock,16x16ft deck w/ lake veiw

Beautiful cozy cabin on Lake Sateetlah. 2 kayaks, outdoor kitchen, 16x16ft deck overlooking lake. Covered parking for a car and motorcycles. Private back yard with flower garden and firepit,bbq grill. Hammock on front porch. Completely fencced in around house. Lots of hiking, fishing in lakes and streams Swimming, waterfalls in the area everywhere. Most extreme motorcycle rd in the world w/318 curves in 11 miles. Pet friendly w/ a 1time fee of 50 dollars. :)

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total
50 dollar pet fee Host approval for 3rd pet requ.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Robbinsville

Located in Robbinsville, this cabin is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Cheoah Dam are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness and Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest.
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Robbinsville, NC

What's nearby

  • Santeetlah Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cheoah River - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Junaluska Medicine Trail - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest - 26 min drive - 18.8 km
  • Fontana Lake - 32 min drive - 36.6 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kin Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Papas Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe De Olla - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Iris's lake house w/2 kayaks and lake access, hammock,16x16ft deck w/ lake veiw pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Iris's lake house w/2 kayaks and lake access, hammock,16x16ft deck w/ lake veiw?

As of 17 September 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Iris's lake house w/2 kayaks and lake access, hammock,16x16ft deck w/ lake veiw on 28 September 2025 start from NZ$259.07, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Iris's lake house w/2 kayaks and lake access, hammock,16x16ft deck w/ lake veiw?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Iris's lake house w/2 kayaks and lake access, hammock,16x16ft deck w/ lake veiw?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Iris's lake house w/2 kayaks and lake access, hammock,16x16ft deck w/ lake veiw located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from Nantahala National Forest, Santeetlah Lake and Cheoah River. Graham County Historical Association and Junaluska Medicine Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 55 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Micky R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Host was super responsive to all questions. Even has a book with don’t miss things in the area
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer midweek getaway

Awesome time exploring Lake Santeelah and Fontana Lake. My grandfather grew up in Robbinsville and being up here brings me back to my chikdhood coming up here with him and my family. Just an amazing time. The charcoaled steaks were a bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away

Enjoyed our quiet and relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stewart C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Setting

Even nicer than what I expected - cabin was well kept and clean...loved the location and all the extras that came along with the cabin...will definitely be back this summer..!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Blake L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin by the lake

Beautiful little area and Donna is very friendly
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

private

We thought it was real nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary

My husband and I enjoyed the recent stay so much none of us wanted to leave and go back to the real world.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Susan S., Mars Hill, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

There were a few issues which Donna addressed-we had a great time visiting the area and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jenna S., Sanford NC United States

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lakeside Cabin

The cabin had everything you needed! We love Robbinsville. There are so many places to go hiking.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Donna

Donna is wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A resting place

Life has been extremely busy and painful this year. Getting away to the mountains and having a place to just rest, relax, and have fun with family was wonderful. This was our second time to stay here and we do plan on coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mariya P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and private

I loved how secluded this house was from everyone else. It was the perfect getaway to recharge my mental batteries. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay at lake house

Dog-friendly, easy lake access and kayaks, clean space, large kitchen, nice deck/porch. cool A/C. Internet is fairly slow but we were able to stream TV shows adequately. We had a nice stay and would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Reagan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for our planned trip

Donna was amazing she’s a super helpful host and goes out of her way to accommodate your stay. Loved how close we where to the lake, the back yard was wonderful for a night fire (just double check for dog poop a previous guest didn’t clean up after there dog), over all this was exactly what we where looking for. We enjoyed the afternoon kayaking, and the evening fishing and hanging by the fire we woke up early to rent a boat and spend the day out on it before driving home.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location with access to all

The cabin was spectacularly located. Access to all things the area is noted for and a wonderful experience. We will be back. Hopefully sooner than later. Outdoor, bike, sports car enthusiast this is the place to be. Owner is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Ann D S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

The Good, the Bad & The Ugly

Good- Great view of Lake from Upper Deck, Kayaks provided and good lake Access, Great star gazing, AC works great Bad & The Ugly- House is surrounded by 3 abandoned properties, old RV, a junky lot and a dilapidated "Barge" in the water, the outside of the property needs some TLC, dish washing and paper supplies were sparse
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Gary

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We are covered with flea bites and the owner won’t pay for the doctor appointment or discomfort. Don’t stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Maggie A., Atlanta, GA USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little getaway cabin.

This is a very cute little property; photos are accurate, and having the kayaks was awesome. Donna the host responded to messages very quickly and was very friendly. We had everything we needed, including tons of towels :) The only minor downsides are that the property is located right next to the main road and a bridge, and there is a lot of loud motorcycle noise (obviously the host cannot help that), and the internet is VERY slow; we were unable to stream any shows on the smart TV or our laptops, not use out hotspot as cell service for both T-Mobile and Verizon was very spotty; again, this is in no way the fault of the host). We enjoyed ourselves!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Good value

This is a cozy cottage with some views of the lake, but there are a couple of other houses between the cottage and the lake. The highway is very close and the location is between the Tail of the Dragon and the Cherohala Skyway, two motorcycle bucket list roads, so the noise is a regular part of the atmosphere. Some of the nearby properties have messy yards that the owner probably cannot help. There were some nice touches to items furnished for comfort, but also some sparseness.. For example, only two dinner plates, only salad forks that were smaller than usual to eat with, no can opener, the grate that holds the charcoal in the grill is missing and there are no appropriate tools for grilling or lighter to light the charcoal. The property could use some maintenance such as power washing the porch and deck and washing of the windows. It's definitely an older structure, but considering the cost of other houses in the area, this place gives good value for the price. With a few additions and a little elbow grease, it could be awesome.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

David F.

Liked: Check-in, communication

Disappointment

Totally disappointing. I normally don't give bad reviews of any vacation rental, but this one deserves to be seen by anyone who tries to rent it. We were supposed to stay 3 nights, but could only stand 2 nights. There is a distinct and overwhelming odor as soon as you walk in the door. It smells of cigarette smoke and a wet dog. We had to buy air fresheners, febreeze and even put vinegar out to help absorb the smell. There were mice that came to visit us and ate our food. There is a hole in the floor covered by the laundry basket. Cabinet doors fall off when opened. TV only works sporadically. This place needs to be freshened up because it feels dark and dingy. However, that being said, the property manager did refund us one nights stay and ask for suggestions to help. With some TLC, this would be a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Johnna Y.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Do you love the smell of marijuana in the morning? Boy do I have the property for you!

Come get away in the rustic mountains of Western North Carolina where the weeds are waist high! The amenities include: A terrible gravel driveway that’s half washed out in a sketchy cutback curve. You probably will not be able to make if you don’t own an SUV or Truck. The rustic smell of weed that smacks you in the face the second you open the door. Love no cell service and promised Wi-Fi when, surprise, there is no Wi-Fi! Windows with broken screens on most of the windows, if they have a screen at all, to let out all the weed smell and let in all the insects you can imagine. A fully functioning window A/C unit complete with mold. A view to die for of overgrown trees, and an abandoned house blocking the lake. Lake access through someone else’s property. Don’t forget about the fresh green weeds growing at least waist high all around the property, including the back yard! Ants and various other insects roaming both inside and out. A back yard full of weeds, an unkept retaining wall of rocks perfectly suited for a family of snakes! It’s pet friendly! The backyard is fully fenced in with chairs or rocks patching up the holes and a single piece of 1x12” board to keep your pet from escaping. I promise you you’ll leave it better than you found it! You’ll pay for rustic and you’ll get unkept. Happy travels! :D
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison H.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

brian l.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D., Frostproof

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick get away

We had an awesome time at the lake house! The dogs loved roaming around the fire pit while we made smores with hot chocolate!!!! Close to everything but far enough to enjoy the peace and quiet!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

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