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Secluded mountain top luxury getaway in the Nantahala National Forest!
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9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 3+ bathrooms Sleeps 10 325.2 sq m
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Topton, NC
- Queens Creek Lake18 min walk
- Bryson City Gem Mine41 min drive
- Great Smoky Mountains Railroad61 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Bunk Beds
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Secluded mountain top luxury getaway in the Nantahala National Forest!
The Lone Star Lodge is located in the Mystic Forest neighborhood near Topton in western North Carolina. The home is bordered on two sides by the Nantahala National Forest. The Great Smokey Mountains National Park, Appalachian Trail, the Nantahala Outdoor Center (“NOC”), Blue Ridge Parkway are all nearby. Nantahala Lake and Fontana Lake are nearby.
Bryson City (30 mi.) and Asheville (90 mi.) are both very convenient and beautiful drives. The Smokey Mountains, Highlands and Nantahala Lake offer easy scenic day trips. The nearest grocery store is in Andrews (20 mi.).
This home has a unique floor plan on two levels each accessible from ground level. The main level is the upper level and contains the kitchen, laundry room, living room, master bedroom with full bath and a half bathroom. From the center of the great room (living + dining + kitchen) are central stairs that connect the upper level with the lower level of the home.
From the outside from the upper driveway level guests will walk up a few steps to the front door. The living room features a wood burning fireplace with gas starter, wood floors, two full leather sofas and an oversized leather chair with ottoman. Here guests can enjoy a 55” flatscreen “smart” internet TV with DirecTV and sound system and an extensive DVD movie library.
The stunning living room features real hand crafted mortise and tenon beam wood work and tongue and groove wood ceilings which continue to the outdoor deck wood work. Accessed from the main level is a 1,000 s.f. partially covered deck with an outside fireplace.
The master bedroom has outside access to the deck and an en-suite full bath with walk-in shower. The bedroom is equipped with a king size bed and a 55” flat screen TV and DVD player.
The lower level is accessed from the lower drive way. After parking guests walk from their car directly onto the lower deck and enter the lower family living room through sliding glass doors. On this floor are three bedrooms and a kitchenette equipped with refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven and coffee maker.
The first bedroom features a king size bed and may be described as a secondary master bedroom with access to the lower deck and a shared en-suite bathroom with tub/shower that has access from the living area.
The second bedroom on this level has a king size bed and en-suite bath with shower.
The third bedroom on the lower level is the “bunk room” and features a bunk bed with two full size beds.
The lower level living area features a sectional sofa and two upholstered swivel chairs. There is another flat screen flat TV with DVD player and DirecTV and Internet access. An baker’s pantry is located in the kitchenette area and contains a variety of games, puzzles and an additional DVD movie library.
One special note: Guests should be sure to bring groceries with them because the nearest grocery store is in Andrews, about a 30 minute drive one-way.
Bryson City (30 mi.) and Asheville (90 mi.) are both very convenient and beautiful drives. The Smokey Mountains, Highlands and Nantahala Lake offer easy scenic day trips. The nearest grocery store is in Andrews (20 mi.).
This home has a unique floor plan on two levels each accessible from ground level. The main level is the upper level and contains the kitchen, laundry room, living room, master bedroom with full bath and a half bathroom. From the center of the great room (living + dining + kitchen) are central stairs that connect the upper level with the lower level of the home.
From the outside from the upper driveway level guests will walk up a few steps to the front door. The living room features a wood burning fireplace with gas starter, wood floors, two full leather sofas and an oversized leather chair with ottoman. Here guests can enjoy a 55” flatscreen “smart” internet TV with DirecTV and sound system and an extensive DVD movie library.
The stunning living room features real hand crafted mortise and tenon beam wood work and tongue and groove wood ceilings which continue to the outdoor deck wood work. Accessed from the main level is a 1,000 s.f. partially covered deck with an outside fireplace.
The master bedroom has outside access to the deck and an en-suite full bath with walk-in shower. The bedroom is equipped with a king size bed and a 55” flat screen TV and DVD player.
The lower level is accessed from the lower drive way. After parking guests walk from their car directly onto the lower deck and enter the lower family living room through sliding glass doors. On this floor are three bedrooms and a kitchenette equipped with refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven and coffee maker.
The first bedroom features a king size bed and may be described as a secondary master bedroom with access to the lower deck and a shared en-suite bathroom with tub/shower that has access from the living area.
The second bedroom on this level has a king size bed and en-suite bath with shower.
The third bedroom on the lower level is the “bunk room” and features a bunk bed with two full size beds.
The lower level living area features a sectional sofa and two upholstered swivel chairs. There is another flat screen flat TV with DVD player and DirecTV and Internet access. An baker’s pantry is located in the kitchenette area and contains a variety of games, puzzles and an additional DVD movie library.
One special note: Guests should be sure to bring groceries with them because the nearest grocery store is in Andrews, about a 30 minute drive one-way.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Limited to two pets only, please.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Bryson City
Located in Bryson City, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Mason's Ruby and Sapphire Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Appalachian Rivers Raft Company and Lakes End Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Ferebee Park and Bryson City Gem Mine. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Topton, NC
What's nearby
- Queens Creek Lake - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Ferebee Memorial Picnic Area - 32 min drive - 22.1 km
- Fontana Lake - 40 min drive - 32.1 km
- Bryson City Gem Mine - 41 min drive - 33.1 km
- Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 61 min drive - 57.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Big Wesser BBQ & Brew - 35 min drive
- Slow Joe's - 35 min drive
- Stecoah Diner - 64 min drive
- Bar b Que Wagon - 39 min drive
- Fire Ant Grill - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Steve & Angie Bailey

Steve and Angie purchased Lone Star Lodge after their east coast based daughter and husband had their first baby (and their fourth grandchild). Having a vacation place for family gatherings seemed like a pretty smart move given Steve’s impending retirement (Angie has been retired for a few years now).
Steve began his career in the Marines almost forty years ago in Jacksonville, North Carolina and has had a deep fondness for North Carolina ever since. When he left active duty in 1986 he promised to come back and here we are. We call it Lone Star Lodge because of the obvious Texas connection and because the street naming protocol follows an astronomical paradigm...and because it seems like a fun name!
Steve began his career in the Marines almost forty years ago in Jacksonville, North Carolina and has had a deep fondness for North Carolina ever since. When he left active duty in 1986 he promised to come back and here we are. We call it Lone Star Lodge because of the obvious Texas connection and because the street naming protocol follows an astronomical paradigm...and because it seems like a fun name!
Why they chose this property
Cool temperatures, low humidity, amazing views, four seasons, and plenty of things to do or to do nothing at all!
What makes this property unique
Peace and quiet. Plenty to do...or do nothing at all.
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