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Wow! Lake Nantahala Smoky Mountain Cabin with Boat Dock, Hot Tub & Firepit!

Lakefront cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Enjoy year round beautiful views from 2 decks and most rooms at this log cabin!
Enjoy our private boat dock, less than 1/4 mile drive from the cabin!
Bring your boat or rent one here, our dock is ready for you!  Kayaks included :)
Summer or winter, the hot tub is ready for you!
View from the loft area looking down to the dining area, out to the deck & lake

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Topton, NC
  • Place, Nantahala Lake
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Nantahala River
  • Place, Lakes End Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Queen

1 Queen Bed

Downstairs Queen

1 Queen Bed

Main Level King

1 King Bed

Queen Loft

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower Level Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Wow! Lake Nantahala Smoky Mountain Cabin with Boat Dock, Hot Tub & Firepit!

Check out the scenery at beautiful Lake Nantahala from the grand views in almost every room from our spacious log cabin! Sparkling and fresh with new furnishings as of August, 2025! Bring your boat, or rent one here, and dock it at our private 20' x 20' boat dock, located less than a 1/4 mile from the cabin. It's the perfect place to soak up the sun and swim in the crystal clear lake - or be your coziest during Fall and Winter next to the firepit or indoor gas logs!!

No 4 Wheel Drive needed here - we have year round easy access! We are located 100 yards up a gentle gravel incline road off scenic Wayah Road, a paved, state maintained, road.

The seclusion of this mountain retreat with hot tub and amazing views of Lake Nantahala and the Smoky Mountains make this home a great spot for gathering friends and family. This log cabin sleeps 8 in luxury bedding: king master bedroom on the main level, 2 queen bedrooms with spectacular views on the lower level, and queen bed in the open loft with breathtaking lake views. This getaway includes a main level open floor plan with great room, stone fireplace with gas logs, handcrafted dining table and airy kitchen. Enjoy the queen loft which looks out two stories of windows to the lake and Smoky Mountains. Have movie night in the second den on the lower level. Both living areas and the King Bedroom feature smart televisions with DishTV programming. Additional amenities include a hot tub with spectacular views, connected gas grill, Starlink Wifi so you're always connected, well stocked kitchen, all linens including beach towels, and laundry room with washer/dryer, iron and ironing board. Relax with coffee or cocktails from the two expansive decks overlooking the lake or sit around the firepit for S'mores and more! Everything is included, just come to relax, enjoy the views and cool weather. Or of course, be as active as you like while white water rafting, hiking and boating in the wonderful outdoors surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest, Appalachian Trail, Bartram Trail, Lake Nantahala and Nantahala River!

Conveniently located just off Wayah Road in Topton, NC, we are easily accessed even in inclement weather. The new pier at Rocky Creek Boat ramp is a short 5 minute walk from the house and is perfect for fishing! With a boat ramp into Lake Nantahala around the corner, boat rentals just down the street, and our private dock for your enjoyment, getting on the water is no problem! This is also the ideal spot if you're attending a wedding or event at Nantahala Weddings & Events as it's right next door (easier to drive than walk when dressed for a wedding)! For the more adventurous, there's an abundance of nearby white water outfitters. The Nantahala River is 15 minutes from the cabin and offers championship fly fishing. We’re 19 miles from The Nantahala Outdoor Center and only 12 miles from their whitewater rafting launch site! This is a great location to use as home base while taking day trips all around Western North Carolina.....the options are truly endless!

Experience total privacy, including no contact self check-in, at the immaculate cabin. Rest assured, unlike a hotel or resort, this is our personal home and we take pride in our high standard of cleanliness for ourselves and our guests!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Return both keys to the lockbox to avoid the lost key charge!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Violation of our no pet policy will result in immediate forfeiture of any remaining nights and you will be requested to vacate the home immediately.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Topton

Located in Topton, this cabin is in the mountains and on a lake. Wilson Lick Ranger Station and Wayah Bald Lookout are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Ferebee Park and Parker Meadows Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Topton, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala Lake - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Lakes End Marina - 2 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Appalachian Rivers Raft Company - 19 min drive - 21.8 km
  • Wayah Bald Lookout - 24 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Queens Creek Lake - 28 min drive - 20.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakes End Cafe & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fat Buddies - ‬46 min drive
  • ‪Lakes End Marina - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wayah Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fire Ant Grill - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wow! Lake Nantahala Smoky Mountain Cabin with Boat Dock, Hot Tub & Firepit! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wow! Lake Nantahala Smoky Mountain Cabin with Boat Dock, Hot Tub & Firepit!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wow! Lake Nantahala Smoky Mountain Cabin with Boat Dock, Hot Tub & Firepit!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wow! Lake Nantahala Smoky Mountain Cabin with Boat Dock, Hot Tub & Firepit! located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest, Nantahala River and Nantahala Lake. Lakes End Marina is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 132 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dory D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed a wonderful, comfortable stay in this beautiful home with a stunning view. We attended a wedding very nearby and loved being together to relax and connect in between festivities at this spacious cabin.The host provided excellent instructions and communications making it easy to highly recommend this cabin.
A view from the top deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a fantastic vacation rental! This property is beautiful, peaceful, and well cared for. Kathy was wonderful about getting us all the information we needed and provided excellent recommendations for things to do in the area. Our wedding guests loved staying here and it was an easy walk to the Nantahala Weddings & Events venue. I would absolutely recommend staying at Bear’s Lair!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

erin k.

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

perfect location

Beautiful house, perfect location. Owner was very responsive
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Perfect Cabin for ANY trip

This cabin was absolutely PERFECT from the detailed info to the view. Beds were comfy and clean. Such a wonderful place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russ M.

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

great location,great property

Wonderful stay at Bear's Lair.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Kim H.

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

Enjoyed the visit

Enjoyed the place
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Angelique E.

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

Amazing everything

The cabin itself is in immaculate condition...well made and SO clean. It was supplied with everything we needed. There are so many fun little details to discover from the gorgeous carvings in the fireplace mantle to the super awesome lamp bases. You can tell that Kathy and her crew puts a lot of love and attention to detail into this beautiful piece of paradise. We will definitely be coming back! ainattendeadetadetaipeaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andi G.

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

Great get away trip

We had the most relaxing and comfortable stay!! Had all we needed to be comfortable and unwind for a weekend get away. Very peaceful location. Host was very responsive when needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle J.

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

Family Vacation

This beautiful cabin made a great vacation spot for our family vacation. Absolutely stunning view of the lake. Plenty of room for the entire family!! I loved the fact that it was fully furnished with all cooking needs. We highly recommend this property as a vacation spot to anyone!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

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

Love the hot tub on the lake

Wonderful, very clean house with an amazing view of the lake. Kathy was very responsive and kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Belinda V., Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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

Excellent Stay

Our family had an excellent stay at this property! The views are incredible with very easy access to the property. The owner provided us with a list of fun things to do throughout the week, which was really helpful! It’s about 25 minutes from the Nantahala outdoor center, and just a few minutes to the marina where we rented a boat. Everything was super clean, and the hot tub was a great way to relax at the end of the day!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Exceeded Expectations

Very pleased. Outstanding accommodations with extraordinary views.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

mike b.

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

Very Serene!

We had a great stay. The communication with Kathy was great. The one issue we had with the hot tub was resolved almost immediately. The scenery outside was beautiful. The house was very nice and comfortable. Would stay here again on our next visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

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

Wedding weekend

Loved our stay in this cabin! We would definitely stay again if we could! Our family made wonderful memories here and at the Nantahala wedding venue where our daughter got married last weekend! The dock was perfect for all our family members and pontoons! The cabin was spacious, clean, and convenient to the venue! The views are simply AMAZING!!! We may even enlarge a picture of this view so we can see it all the time! We didn’t want to leave! Thank you SO much for this wonderful opportunity ! Deb and Paul (IL)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Jimmy G.

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

Beautiful location

This place was incredibly quiet, and has a beautiful view from the porch. Everything worked perfectly fine, however DSL Internet is really only good for one person at a time. If you have a large party, and multiple people have to do work, they will have to take turns. We had a great time here
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Laken R.

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

Wonderful trip

We rented this house for my mom's 60th birthday and my 34th birthday. We have always hated having January birthdays, so the past few years we have booked mountain trips to give us something to look forward to. My sister and sister-in-law also came. The house was beautiful, and the view was even better. The owner was swift with any communication. I definitely recommend staying at Bear's Lair!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

Family agrees...best vacay EVER

Beautiful, clean home with lots of amenities and gorgeous views of the lake. We spent a lot of time on the deck taking pics of the lake and surrounding mountains and lots more time on the private dock kayaking, boating, taking more amazing pics, and just hanging out as a family. Highly recommend. The property owner was wonderful and always responded quickly to questions, Added plus was the property had wifi (which we didn't use much because we were out and about) and the driveway and parking situation was much better than most properties we've visited and seen in Nantahala.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lori H.

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

Wonderful Getaway!

The house is beautiful and has an incredible view from almost every room, plus the multi-level decks. Communication with Kathy was quick and very helpful. I would note that there is no cell reception not only at the house but for quite a while on the drive in- connecting to wifi took care of any issues we would have had with that, but it is something to be aware of. The area is absolutely beautiful and we lost count of the number of waterfalls we passed during our drive. I would definitely stay here again, without hesitation!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

I Hate Giving a Positive Review....

.... because I'm afraid it will be booked the next time we want to rent this wonderful oasis! This is a lovely cabin rental on Lake Nantahala. Near the boat ramp/dock (an easy little walk) and a quick (less than 5 minute) drive from the local swim spot. This was our daughter's first vacation and it was wonderful. The house was spotless with every amenity you could ask for. We can't wait to make this a family tradition and return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful View

This cabin has a gorgeous view of Lake Nantahala, clean and as described. Owner communicates well, setting good expectations on what to bring and how to prepare. We visited during the first week of April and the nearest convenience store was closed; the next closest was 20-25 mins away. Plan ahead! The only downside to this place is that there is no garbage pick up service so you have to drop it off yourself. During our visit, the dump was only open every other day (this may be temporary or seasonal) so we had to drive home with our trash in the car. In summary, this cabin is totally worth it and deserves every star.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M., Sharpsburg, GA

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

Beautiful Cabin, Beautiful Views

We SO enjoyed our stay!! The area got about 6 - 7 inches of snow right before our check in date and we were worried we wouldn't be able to check in but Kathy worked with us to ensure we could start our vacation on time, (and a HUGE shout out to Daniel and Tabitha for also making that possible!!)! The cabin is very spacious and absolutely gorgeous. We stayed in the cabin a good bit since it was so cold so we ended up cooking almost every meal there and the kitchen was SO well stocked that we had everything we needed. The cabin is definitely high up in the mountains and the roads to get there have a lot of hairpin turns so even though the nearest towns may have only been 30 miles away it takes an hour or more to get there, (at least in the winter), and can be quite difficult for those that get car sick, (so bring plenty of motion sickness meds if you're like me). Regardless, the drive was absolutely beautiful so it was definitely worth it! We hope to be able to visit again soon, maybe in the warmer months so we can do so me fishing and enjoy the lake.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Renee M., Jacksonville

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

Best view

My husband and I stayed here for our nieces wedding which was literally right around the corner. The house was absolutely beautiful! Pictures do not do it justice. The view is perfect. I hope to go back soon. My suggestion to anyone staying here is to pack all your food you think you will need because the mountain ride is not fun and the grocery store isn’t exactly close. I made dinner at home and packed into a cooler and crock pots. Brought all our drinks, snacks along with paper plates and plastic utensils. We would have been happy just staying on the porch the entire visit!! The owner gave us perfect directions so make sure you pay attention unlike us 🤣 we went the one road that was written in red to NOT turn on. Luckily we had all wheel drive. You will not find a better view of the mountains and lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mother C.

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

40th birthday weekend.

I rented this cabin to surprise my hubby on his 40th birthday. We had a few other couples join us and we were so impressed with this cabin. The view was absolutely amazing, the beds were all comfortable and the location was great. We went to the The Lake Ends Marina and rented canoes one day and rented a ski boat another, beautiful lake and great food!! When we arrived at the cabin the internet was not working but Kathy was very easy to get a hold of and helped us fix the problem. The only recommendation I have that would make this cabin better is the outdoor patio furniture was soaking wet the entire weekend. It was a raining off and on and the cushions were soaked the entire time, it would be nice to have them covered so when guests arrive we are still able to use them. Or maybe put the sofa set downstairs and bring the chairs up to the top. The hot tub was a hit and the views while soaking are hard to beat. We would definitely recommend this cabin to friends. I have already shared it multiple times after posting pictures on Facebook. I had many people ask for the information.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

6/10 Okay

Erik M.

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

What a financial miscommunication!

I did not actually stay at the property, I was getting married that weekend and rented the cabin for members of a wedding party. Miscommunications occurred that led to guests who owned a dog staying at this property which did not allow dogs. I was charged my security deposit as a result and here is where the only issue arose. After speaking with the host, I was made aware that my security deposit would simply not be returned to me, but no additional fee would be charged. I accepted this but was surprised to see an additional $500 be charged during my honeymoon, from none other than vrbo. I was confused because I was led to believe that no additional charge would come, which was not true. Apparently, I should have informed the host that I used a debit card before being told this information, because a security deposit was never charged for my stay. I believe I am the first person to ever book a VRBO property and not be charged a security deposit! What a historic moment! Anyways, after VRBO was quite unresponsive, I was blessed enough to receive financial advice from the host, who told me that I should do a better job of handling my finances, because I would have known a security deposit was never charged a year ago when I booked the property along with ten other properties for me and my wife’s special day! This was the day after I was guaranteed by the same host that no additional charge would come to my account, I would simply not be refunded my deposit. Hey, she may be right, she made sure to demonstrate her financial might by oddly bragging about the number of properties she owns, to the individual who booked ten properties for their own wedding to accommodate guest, kind of odd. Lastly, don’t list your cabin as a suitable place for wedding guests to stay and then be upset when the wedding guest throw down a little, it’s a wedding? The place looks nice in the pictures though.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Steep driveway some cars could make the climb but it’s on a mountain after all
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Reynolds

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We are so happy to be able to share this fabulous mountain cabin as a vacation rental! Bear's Lair on Lake Nantahala has been a successful rental cabin since it was built in 2003. We were fortunate to have purchased it in May, 2020 with the intention of carrying on the legacy of offering families an awesome mountain vacation. Having owned long term rentals for 30 years, we made the decision in 2016 to enter the vacation rental world and it has been a joy! Our properties are all listed on VRBO and are in Marathon, Florida in the FL Keys (VRBO # 1027392 and VRBO # 2413494; Central Florida on beautiful Lake Kerr (VRBO # 1090075) ; and 2 other homes 11 miles from this cabin on peaceful Wayah Creek near Wayah Bald (VRBO #7935707 and VRBO # 1110772). We take pride in offering guests immaculate surroundings with tasteful decor and all the creature comforts of home. Thank you for considering booking with us.....I hope you'll become a repeat visitor!
Kathy Owen

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