Superb Mountain Cottage on Luxury Resort in Nantahala Forest, North Carolina

Vacation Rental in Tuckasegee, NC

10 guests

5.0
3 reviews

Based on a luxury mountain resort in Tuckasegee of the Bear Lake Reserve, this cottage rental makes for an extraordinary getaway for families or groups of friends looking to explore the Nantahala National Forest and unwind in a secluded, peaceful setting. The mountain cottage has been designed with a rustic elegance, and many of the rooms feature an Old West theme with hand-hewn furniture.

It can sleep up to ten guests in its four spacious bedrooms with the ensuite master bedroom featuring a king-size bed as well as a walk-in shower, dual vanities, and toilet. The second bedroom also features a king-size bed while the third comes with a double bed and three twins and there I a fold out double bed in the media room. All the bedrooms are comfortable and homey and guests will find they have plenty of space and privacy to relax in peace and quiet when needed. Aside from the ensuite bathroom, there are two bathrooms in the cottage that each includes a hand basin, a vanity, and a shower while one also includes a bathtub for soaking in, which is perfect after a day out in the mountains.

The open concept floor plan of the main room invites guests to socialize and share the good times together making the cottage rental ideal for family reunions. It comes with leather seating in front of a large television with Direct TV and surround sound as well as a wood-burning fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows, which provide brilliant views of the valley. In the same room, guests will find the cozy dining area and the fully equipped kitchen that provides a spacious and clean environment for cooking on its granite surface tops. The media room is a fun place for children and adults alike to hang out with vintage movie posters, an array of DVDs, and a selection of games all available for guests to make use of.

Outside, the cottage has two covered decks that come with comfortable patio furniture and a propane grill and they are the perfect places to admire the views from with a morning coffee in hand or during a barbecue meal in the sun. At the end of the day, guests can snuggle up around the firepit in the garden and marvel at the clear skies while cooking s’mores and sharing stories.

Guests have access to the resort’s luxury facilities including restaurants, pubs, movie theater, and a library, as well as fitness rooms, spas, swimming pools, and hot tubs. Boat and kayak rentals are also available from the resort to use on Bear Creek Lake. The cottage itself features two covered decks that come with comfortable patio furniture and picturesque views of the valley, as well as an outdoor barbecue grill and a firepit in the garden. Inside the cottage, there is a washing machine and a dryer, while the cabin is kept warm and cozy all year round, thanks to the wood-burning stove and the gas fireplace.

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Features and services

Most popular features

  • Wi-Fi/Internet

  • Private Kitchen

  • National Park

  • Bathtub

  • Heating

  • Swimming

  • Fishing

  • Air conditioning

  • Microwave

  • Fireplace

  • Fridge

  • Wildlife watching

  • stove

    Stove

  • Water sports

  • kayak

    Kayaking/Canoeing

  • Horseback riding

  • Supermarket

  • Golfing

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Where you will stay

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Tuckasegee, North Carolina

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Scenic views
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    20 miles straight-line distance
    32 kilometers straight-line distance

This extraordinary mountain cottage is based in the Bear Lake Reserve of the Nantahala National Forest on a vacation resort in Tuckasegee, North Carolina. The cottage is nestled among the tall pines of the Panthertown Valley, and guests will love the breathtaking views of the distant Appalachian Mountains no matter what the season. The resort offers an array of facilities for guests to enjoy including fitness rooms, spas, hot tubs, and much more that will keep guests entertained and relaxed throughout the vacation. The mountain cabin is within easy reach of Cedar Cliff Lake, Bear Creek Lake, the Appalachian Trail, and the Great Smoky Mountains. The property can be reached by car in one hour from Asheville, two hours from Knoxville, Tennessee, and three hours from Charlotte.
Activities near Tuckasegee
  • Swimming

  • Winter sports

  • Water sports

  • Horseback riding

  • Biking

  • kayak

    Kayaking/Canoeing

  • kayak

    Whitewater rafting

  • scuba

    Scuba diving

  • Climbing

  • Fishing

  • Boating/Sailing

  • Wildlife watching

  • Tennis

  • Golfing

The Nantahala National Forest is an ideal glamping destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers because of its supreme natural beauty and a wide variety of activities that are on offer. Guests will be able to hike and bike throughout the Panthertown Valley as well as the nearby Appalachian Trail and the Great Smoky Mountains while water sports and fishing can be enjoyed on Cedar Cliff Lake and Bear Creek Lake. For an insight into the area’s Cherokee history, guests can visit the local museums including Oconaluftee Indian Village, a replica 18th-century Cherokee village, and watch spectacular outdoor performances.

On site, there is a nine-hole golf course designed by legendary golfer, Jack Nicklaus, as well as swimming pools, hot tubs, and fitness rooms for guests to enjoy. The spas are a great place to relax after a day out in the mountains and guests can spend the evening in style by enjoying top-class food in the restaurant and a variety of drinks in the bar.
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Cleanliness
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Activities
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Nature surroundings
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Uniqueness
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Comfort
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Things to know

Arrival and departure

  • Check-in: Flexible

  • Check-out: Flexible

House rules

  • No pets allowed

  • No smoking

  • No parties

  • No events

Cancellation policy

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Additional info

This is a pet-friendly property, and guests may bring their furry friends for a small fee.

Smoking is not permitted on-site.
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