Island Lodge on Bear Lake Surrounded By Water- Private Peninsula Great Decks

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A wooden deck with a view of a lake and autumn trees.
A log cabin with a stone foundation, multiple decks, and a prominent staircase leading to the main entrance.
A wooden deck overlooking a lake with autumn foliage.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a dresser, and a window with a view of trees.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather sofa, and a coffee table.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Unmatched views, unforgettable moments
    Guests like the location for the scenic views.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Porch or veranda
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet access
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
The current price is NZ$6,178
NZ$2,059 per night
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 19 May 2027

Explore the area

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Tuckasegee, NC
  • Place, Bear Creek Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bear Creek Lake Access Area
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Outdoor Shower

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
The current price is NZ$6,178
NZ$2,059 per night
includes taxes & fees
16 May - 19 May 2027

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Frequently asked questions

Is Island Lodge on Bear Lake Surrounded By Water- Private Peninsula Great Decks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Island Lodge on Bear Lake Surrounded By Water- Private Peninsula Great Decks?

As of 11 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Island Lodge on Bear Lake Surrounded By Water- Private Peninsula Great Decks on 16 May 2027 start from NZ$6,178, 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 Island Lodge on Bear Lake Surrounded By Water- Private Peninsula Great Decks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Island Lodge on Bear Lake Surrounded By Water- Private Peninsula Great Decks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Island Lodge on Bear Lake Surrounded By Water- Private Peninsula Great Decks located?

Situated on the waterfront, this lodge is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Bear Creek Lake. Bear Creek Lake Access Area is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.

Island Lodge on Bear Lake Surrounded By Water- Private Peninsula Great Decks Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 57 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time on a beautiful property. The weather was perfect for time on the lake. With all the kayaks, paddle boards and rafts at the home there is plenty to keep guests occupied. There are also some nearby hikes including a really gorgeous waterfall. The host, Ted, is a wonderful person and incredibly helpful. He was great throughout the process and especially at check-in. I would absolutely stay here again and would recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing stay in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A hidden gem!

This property is a hidden gem and everything you could ever want for a family vacation. We look forward to coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bear lake

Amazing stay! Lovely location. Ted was so helpful from beginning to end! Highly recommend the peace and tranquility of Bear Lake with Ted!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a magical place with an incredible host. We will 100% come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Family Vacation

This location was perfect for a vacation that was a healthy blend of adventure and peaceful relaxation. The lake was fun to traverse on the pontoon and there are several waterfalls and hiking trails that can be accessed for the adventurous ones in the family. Every comfort is provided and the owners have created luxurious accommodations that have everything that you would need to make your vacation complete. We would most definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Majestic Adventure Getaway

This place is SO beautiful. It has truly breathtaking lake views from every part of the deck. We loved paddleboarding, kayaking, boating, and hiking to the waterfall. Ted was wonderful to work with, and his home was exactly what we were looking for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A very special property

We had an amazing time at this wonderful lakeside property. We enjoyed our evenings on the incredible deck with a roaring fire, visits by many hummingbirds, and of course our time on the lake. Our pups had a great time too, swimming and fetching ball from the beach area was their favorite activity!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cathy

This stunning property was everything we hoped for and more. Ted was a fantastic host and really helped us with any thing!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing getaway!!

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Bear Lake. Ted is a wonderful, responsive host who has thought of everything in his well-cared for luxury lakefront home. Our family enjoyed the paddle boards, kayaks, tubing on the boat, swimming from the dock and beach, and lazy afternoons on the enormous, flower-filled deck. We didn’t use our car the entire time — we spent all day on the lake and cooked all our meals in the well-appointed kitchen. The solar powered system and cistern water were easy to use and had us happy and comfortable each day. Our family had a blast — such a great property and experience.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

No thank you

Not exactly what the owner said
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house, excellent location

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful house surrounded by Bear Creek Lake. The outdoor porch offered breathtaking views, making it the perfect spot to relax and unwind. Ted, our host, was very responsive and accommodating. We loved the boat, which allowed us to explore nearby waterfalls, and our kids had a blast tubing and diving off rocks into the lake.The nearby trails provided stunning views of waterfalls and mountainsides. It may well be the most beautiful house and grounds on the lake. I loved that it is 100% solar-powered, and yet all of the appliances are top-of-the-line. Thanks for giving us such a lovely place to explore the beautiful area around us!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Trip

This house has the most amazing views of the lake! We all enjoyed sitting on the expansive porch surrounded by flowers and hummingbirds. Very peaceful. My grandkids enjoyed tubing every day behind the boat, jumping off rocks, and we found a rope swing further down the lake for them to swing out into the water. They had a blast! We took 2 excursions off property to Sliding Rock and Rose Creek Mines. The boat ride from the house to the marina dock is just a short 2 minute ride where you park your car. Very easy! Ted was a great host and very helpful! Would love to come back next year as this place was awesome!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful!

We rented this house as a last minute get away. The home and property are beautiful! Ted met us at the dock with a warm and friendly welcome and even left us with a welcome basket of goodies for our stay. The house is surrounded by lake on 3 sides and the view is spectacular. In addition, we loved the privacy. The property and lake including several water falls, are a photographer’s paradise. We even have a few close up shots of a pair of eagles and their offspring. The lake water is crystal clear and we spent almost everyday fishing. The house has two bedrooms each with a view of the lake. Perfect for sharing with another couple. The only thing missing was a coffee table book with pictures of the construction of the home. We just keeping thinking how did he build such a remarkable home with no road access? We are making this a part of our annual trip to the mountains. Maybe even again this year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
Verified review

8/10 Good

A unique experience....

First of all.... this location and beautiful house isn’t for everyone. Understand this before you decide... 1. Everything you need for your stay has to be carried from your vehicle to a pontoon boat, then a 10 minute ride to the island, carried again to a AWD vehicle for transport up the hill to the house. Then repeat when you need something and again when you leave. 2. Limited hot water for showers. 3. No central heat in house. 4. No curtains or shades on bedroom/bathroom windows. 5. No cell phone service. That’s pretty much it... the house is well equipped, modern, tremendous views, and super quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a perfect week-long get-away with our family of 5! I am grateful that Ted opens his piece of paradise for others to enjoy. The house was beautiful. The bed on the screened in porch felt as if you are sleeping in the trees. The large, wrap-a-round, covered deck was perfect to spend the rainy days playing cards and eating meals. We spent the week tubing on the boat which made the entire trip. The lake is pretty small but plenty big enough to enjoy. We were surprised how cool it was was up in the mountains coming from the muggy heat of KY. The water was refreshing! No fish were caught all week but not for lack of trying! It was just what we needed for a truly relaxing, off the grid, recharge at the end of summer before starting back to school. Would love to visit again!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable property in western Carolina. Surrounded by water and including boat. We had a great time as a family settling down and spending time with each other in the midst of our hectic lives. Great opportunity to get away and be present with each other in a beautiful setting. Property is one of a kind, great cabin and finely appointed. Tedd is a great host, gave a thorough introduction to the property and checked in with us throughout the stay. Highly recommend for a unique getaway.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place is amazing!!! What an adventure and memorable time! I would not hesitate in booking this place. It’s almost magical! We hated to leave, and would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Spectacular Relaxation Property

This property is exactly as described. Being off grid had absolutely no drawbacks even though we had rain for 3 days.. there was never a lack of power. The design of the home is very appealing to anyone. Modern yet cozy. Plan on total relaxation and fresh air. Bird watching, boating and just sitting out on one of the perfect outdoor spaces (there are several) and/ or building a beautiful fire to pass the time. The pontoon boat and the ranger ATV were favorites of my husband.. Bed very comfortable and master shower great. Kitchen has everything you need.. hope to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a Beautiful Place to unwind and Relax!

We had the most peaceful and quiet Vacation at this Beautiful Spot! The Birds,The Lake, The playlist of music that the host had available for listening was the highlight of our trip! Everything you needed in the Kitchen was there. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

world's best week

A perfect house on a perfect lake with a perfect host! Our group of five had a phenomenal week at Little Bear Lodge. The lake provided so much fun in the form kayaking, boating, and tubing during the day, as well as quiet and serene evenings for rest and relaxation. We couldn't imagine a better vacation or more thoughtful host. We cannot wait to return. Thank you, Ted!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

Bear Lake is an incredibly scenic location, and Ted has one of the best spots on the lake. Every room has a beautiful view. We found it to be the perfect place to truly escape from it all. We also brought our yellow lab along with us, and I'm fairly certain it was the best weekend of her life. We all enjoyed swimming, boating, sitting on the docks, and a wonderful hike to the gorgeous waterfall that's just a short hike away. Can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing and wonderful!

Captain Ted’s property is beautiful beyond belief. We enjoyed an incredibly relaxing week and thank him for the fantastic hospitality!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic!

Serenity is the best way to describe the place. We had a wonderful week! We enjoyed boating everyday, swimming at the dock, hiking to the waterfall, and fires every evening. It’s a magical destination that brings you back to nature.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake life at its absolute best

We loved our week of lake “island” escape! Captain Ted is a wonderful host and it was such a treat to unplug and enjoy the beauty of the lake - even our teen enjoyed it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Cabin

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Capt. Ted's beautiful oasis! Our highlight was the incredible juvenile eagle that landed just feet from the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

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