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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10297.3 sq m
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Topton, NC
- Place, Nantahala Lake11 min walk
- Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
- Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad52 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
2nd Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
3rd Bedroom
1 King Bed
Loft
1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 King Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 3
Master Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Second Master Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
'The Dock House' a Nantahala Lake Front Home Summer 2026 dates still available!
Thanks for stopping by and welcome to The Dock House!!
The Dock House is a prime spot for family vacations. The lake and mountain panoramic views are exceptional. We are located on pristine Nantahala Lake, which is the second highest lake east of the Mississippi, and one of the cleanest man made lakes in the world. Rising 3000 feet above sea level, the Mountain topography produces mild temperatures in spring and summer. Fall follows with a spectacular display of Mother Nature’s colorful artistry - as the autumn leaves turn brilliant hues of orange, yellow, crimson and gold. Winter has its own allure – providing visitors with a secluded idyllic winter wonderland.
The Dock House was custom designed to fit it’s surroundings and might be the closest home to Nantahala Lake. The deck is a mere 10 feet from the shore line which makes for an easy walk to the oversized dock. Also, nearly every room in the house has a view of the lake, including the master shower, hot tub area and the sauna. The tile and slate selected for the bath rooms enhances the feeling of warmth and serenity that the Nantahala area is known for. The Silestone counter tops and the gourmet kitchen make meal preparation a pleasure! We have spacious decks which are perfect for sunbathing, reading, relaxing and family outdoor gatherings. Our home is also equipped with a big screen TV and pool table. ! The unique 3 master bedroom plan makes it perfect for groups of couples or families alike. The loft has a King bed and a Queen over Queen bunk bed.
The Dock House is truly a unique home. You can tell by looking at how the house blends in with the mountain side. The site was carefully selected for the optimum view and to harvest the magnificent red oaks which were milled into the extensive hardwood flooring and crafted into the beautiful hand rails in the foyer and loft. The post and beam interior was constructed from whole white oak posts and rough sawn white pine beams, which mostly came from the house site as well. The custom designed doors, kitchen cabinets and the one of a kind kitchen table were all hand made from an ancient black walnut tree that was blown down by a storm that passed through Andrews, NC in May of 2002.
The Nantahala area has a lot to offer families who want to create wonderful memories! Entertainment enthusiasts will enjoy the Mountainside Theater, located in the heart of Cherokee Indian Country. The theater is famous for its production of “Unto These Hills”, which is a live re-enactment of the story behind the Cherokee Indian historic “Trail of Tears” journey. Or, hop aboard the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad for your choice of scenic family train rides or romantic gourmet dining. The Railroad also presents a Mystery Theater dinner on select Friday nights. Sports fans will delight in nearby offerings of white water rafting, mountain biking, skiing, and hiking. If you are adventurous you must go rafting down the Nantahala River. It is one of the finest whitewater rafting rivers in the country. And, the Tsali Recreation Area is fast becoming a “Mecca” for lovers of mountain biking. Hikers of all ages will appreciate the world famous Appalachian Trial, which you can pick up with a short drive from home. You also don’t want to miss a drive up to the top of Wayah Bald, which offers stunning views for miles of the Western North Carolina landscape.
So, thanks again for letting us share a little bit about The Dock House with you. And, call or email today to make your reservation!
Best regards,
Michael
PS - please note that there is a $235 cleaning fee for all reservations.
Keywords: Lake Home
The Dock House is a prime spot for family vacations. The lake and mountain panoramic views are exceptional. We are located on pristine Nantahala Lake, which is the second highest lake east of the Mississippi, and one of the cleanest man made lakes in the world. Rising 3000 feet above sea level, the Mountain topography produces mild temperatures in spring and summer. Fall follows with a spectacular display of Mother Nature’s colorful artistry - as the autumn leaves turn brilliant hues of orange, yellow, crimson and gold. Winter has its own allure – providing visitors with a secluded idyllic winter wonderland.
The Dock House was custom designed to fit it’s surroundings and might be the closest home to Nantahala Lake. The deck is a mere 10 feet from the shore line which makes for an easy walk to the oversized dock. Also, nearly every room in the house has a view of the lake, including the master shower, hot tub area and the sauna. The tile and slate selected for the bath rooms enhances the feeling of warmth and serenity that the Nantahala area is known for. The Silestone counter tops and the gourmet kitchen make meal preparation a pleasure! We have spacious decks which are perfect for sunbathing, reading, relaxing and family outdoor gatherings. Our home is also equipped with a big screen TV and pool table. ! The unique 3 master bedroom plan makes it perfect for groups of couples or families alike. The loft has a King bed and a Queen over Queen bunk bed.
The Dock House is truly a unique home. You can tell by looking at how the house blends in with the mountain side. The site was carefully selected for the optimum view and to harvest the magnificent red oaks which were milled into the extensive hardwood flooring and crafted into the beautiful hand rails in the foyer and loft. The post and beam interior was constructed from whole white oak posts and rough sawn white pine beams, which mostly came from the house site as well. The custom designed doors, kitchen cabinets and the one of a kind kitchen table were all hand made from an ancient black walnut tree that was blown down by a storm that passed through Andrews, NC in May of 2002.
The Nantahala area has a lot to offer families who want to create wonderful memories! Entertainment enthusiasts will enjoy the Mountainside Theater, located in the heart of Cherokee Indian Country. The theater is famous for its production of “Unto These Hills”, which is a live re-enactment of the story behind the Cherokee Indian historic “Trail of Tears” journey. Or, hop aboard the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad for your choice of scenic family train rides or romantic gourmet dining. The Railroad also presents a Mystery Theater dinner on select Friday nights. Sports fans will delight in nearby offerings of white water rafting, mountain biking, skiing, and hiking. If you are adventurous you must go rafting down the Nantahala River. It is one of the finest whitewater rafting rivers in the country. And, the Tsali Recreation Area is fast becoming a “Mecca” for lovers of mountain biking. Hikers of all ages will appreciate the world famous Appalachian Trial, which you can pick up with a short drive from home. You also don’t want to miss a drive up to the top of Wayah Bald, which offers stunning views for miles of the Western North Carolina landscape.
So, thanks again for letting us share a little bit about The Dock House with you. And, call or email today to make your reservation!
Best regards,
Michael
PS - please note that there is a $235 cleaning fee for all reservations.
Keywords: Lake Home
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- Nantahala Lake - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
4 January 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sam G.
30 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sam G.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lindsey A.
13 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lindsey A.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Toni G.
16 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Toni G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ben S.
14 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ben S.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
8/10 Good
Alyson D.
5 August 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alyson D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
sharon g.
9 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
sharon g.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Brantley S.
27 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dock House - Beautiful View / Location
Brantley S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Andrew W.
4 October 2024
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Great stay for Wedding!
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Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
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Michael A.
14 July 2024
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Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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5 September 2024
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Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
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Alanna B.
28 April 2023
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Beautiful property
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8 November 2024
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Impressive
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Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Austin W.
10 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly get away
Austin W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent
Ann Z.
1 June 2016
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Ann Z.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2016
10/10 Excellent
Jamie I.
5 September 2023
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Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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David H.
3 September 2021
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Loren W.
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Kristina K.
20 July 2023
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Chase W.
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About the host
Hosted by Mike McDowell
I'm the designer/builder of this house. We are the original owners and we take a lot of pride in what we do. Mountain houses require a lot of work and we aren't afraid to roll up our sleeves and get the job done.
Why they chose this property
This house is centrally located on Nantahala Lake. Yet, when you look out over the water you can only see 3 or 4 docks. Our decks hang almost to the waters edge, so you get the feeling of being right on the water. It's just a wonderful place to experience the beauty of the mountains.
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