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Beautiful 3-bedroom Lake Front Home on Lake Santeetlah

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Bright spacious living room features spectacular view, comfy furniture, smart TV
Gas fireplace for instant cozy evenings!
Beautiful full-size family kitchen with breakfast bar
Views to the lake from all the living areas!
Hosting a crowd! Dining table expands to easily seat 10.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8269.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Sofa Bed

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

En Suite Full Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Level Full Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upper level bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful 3-bedroom Lake Front Home on Lake Santeetlah

Spacious lakefront home on Lake Santeetlah, nestled in the Smoky Mountains of Western North Carolina. The 4 season lake view when you walk in the front door will make you want to stay forever! Whether you crave adventure, solitude, nature, or family fun, this well-appointed lakefront home has everything you need. Swim, paddle, or fish the pristine mountain lake, or head for nearby adventures on the Nantahalah, the Great Smoky Mountains, Appalachian Trail, Tail of the Dragon, and more! 2 stand-up paddleboards, 2 individual kayaks, and a 2-person kayak available for your use. Cozy up by the lakefront fire pit and get your fill of stargazing!
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Guests are responsible for water safety
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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
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Use life jackets on paddle boards/kayak; all children/nonswimmers must wear life jackets on dock
No loud or late parties - this is a quiet neighborhood!

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Robbinsville

Located in Robbinsville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Graham County Historical Association and Junaluska Medicine Trail are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Appalachian Rivers Raft Company and Fontana Village Resort Marina. Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Ferebee Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Robbinsville, NC

What's nearby

  • Santeetlah Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest - 21 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Fontana Lake - 23 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 42 min drive - 62.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 46 min drive - 67.0 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kin Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Papas Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Caffe De Olla - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pacifico Mexican Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful 3-bedroom Lake Front Home on Lake Santeetlah pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful 3-bedroom Lake Front Home on Lake Santeetlah?

As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful 3-bedroom Lake Front Home on Lake Santeetlah on 23 Apr 2026 start from AU$500, 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.

How much is parking at Beautiful 3-bedroom Lake Front Home on Lake Santeetlah?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 3-bedroom Lake Front Home on Lake Santeetlah?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 3-bedroom Lake Front Home on Lake Santeetlah?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful 3-bedroom Lake Front Home on Lake Santeetlah located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps away from Santeetlah Lake and Nantahala National Forest. Cheoah River is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

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. 15 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dee D.

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

Wonderful lake retreat!

Only wish we could have stayed longer, what a lovely weekend retreat at the lake, everything we needed was right there in the home and we had a wonderful time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2022
We're so glad you had a great stay at Little Hickory! We hope you can return for a longer visit. Lake Santeetlah is such a peaceful retreat.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah K.

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

Great Christmas Vacation!

This property is absolutely stunning from the scenery to having everything that we needed. It was comfortable and cozy! We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2022
We love sharing our beautiful "home away" with guests! The lake is a beautiful and peaceful place, and we are so happy when our guests are able to create special memories in this special place. We hope Leah and her family will remember their stay for years to come!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeline F.

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

Second Stay

This is our second stay at Little Hickory. We have loved both stays. The house is clean and plenty of space for a family. It is on a very quiet cove with a nice dock to fish or launch your boat/SUP.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2023
We're so glad you chose to return to Little Hickory for your family trip! We love our quiet getaway on beautiful Lake Santeetlah. We also love when guests choose to return, creating happy family memories.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A beautiful airy house with a lot of light, right on the lake with a lot of privacy.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeline F.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful

We had an amazing experience at the property. We’ve been to Lake Santeetlah many times but this was by far the best place we’ve stayed. Thank you! We would love to come back soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed our quiet little cove on the Lake! Come back any time and thank you for staying with us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jai Ann D.

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

Family vacation 2023

The house and location were amazing!! The kids a a blast swimming off the dock. We all enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards! Communication was great!! We would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackson L.

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

Beautiful place

It’s a very cozy stay, the view from the deck is very pretty and private. Everything in the home worked great. It’s a little tricky to get to the first time, once you make a trip too the store it’s really simple to get back. Also, the sleeping arrangements were great. I stayed with a lot of people and nobody had any trouble sleeping comfortably. Certainly coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2025
So glad Jackson and his group enjoyed their stay! We love sharing our spot on one of the prettiest lakes in the country.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Z.

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

Super

Loved it. Kids had a ball on paddle boats and playing the Wii and pool. Never have seen a place so totally stocked. Was a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 July 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Little Hickory. We always hope our guests will feel at home! Thank you for visiting.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathleen m.

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

Quiet relaxing stay

My family and I loved our time here. The house had everything we needed as we did cook in (and grill out) every night. We had a boat so having a dock was a plus! We enjoyed the pool table and fishing off the dock. The quiet nature surrounding us was absolutely perfect. I would recommend to anyone wanting to spend time with family and never feel the need to leave the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2022
Thank you for staying at Little Hickory! We're so glad you enjoyed your family get-away at beautiful Lake Santeetlah. The lake really is a special place to enjoy all the WNC beauty!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

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

Perfect home base on the lake

Perfect spot on a beautiful lake. Couldn't have asked for better accommodations. The home is clean, well equipped for lounging, cooking, large dock for swimming and boating - really the perfect home base and setup for our long weekend lake visit. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
We're so glad Kevin and his family enjoyed their stay at Little Hickory! We love our peaceful cove on this beautiful lake and are always happy when guests have a great stay. It's a lovely escape!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Lakefront Lovely

What a fantastic house on the lake. Pictures don't do it justice. The neighborhood is a little tricky to drive through for my Floridian family, but once settled in it was a beautiful, spacious, modern comfortable house. Pool table, solid wifi, standup paddleboards, and a dock that you can fish right off of. Firepit overlooking the dock was great also!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mandy S.

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

Family lake getaway

House was very well equipped. The driveway was very steep and lots of stairs to the lake as mentioned in the listing. Most beds very very firm and stiff. We did like the king in the lower level the best. The lower level worked out well for movies and billiards Decorations were stylish throuithe while house. We had a great time but would likely rent something different next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2022
Thank you for staying at Little Hickory. We provide a really clear description of the driveway and stairs to be sure everyone is prepared. We're sorry you didn't find our beds to be comfortable but glad you had a good time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather T.

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

Great place for our extended family vacation!

We loved our stay at the home! The layout was perfect for our multi-generational family vacation. Everyone had their own space and plenty of room for the kids to spread out and play. The home was very quiet, we remarked several times home well-insulated it must be because sound didn’t carry from the living areas to the bedrooms like we’ve experienced in other houses. Michelle was great to work with. Very prompt communication and attentive to our questions and needs. There were even a few kid surprises (legos and hot wheels) that thrilled our boys! The location was perfect! We had stayed in the same subdivision at a family friend’s home in the past so we were familiar with the area but it never disappoints! So peaceful and gorgeous! We loved the large dock on the water. Perfect for family members to hang out and swim while waiting for skiers to come back in. The road into the house through the development can be a bit confusing so definitely follow Michelle’s directions, not GPS! We highly recommend this property and would definitely stay here again ourselves!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Little Hickory! The drive to the house is a little confusing but once you are here, it really is a beautiful location. We'd love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

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

Quiet family break

The place is lovely and just as shown and described. Yes, the driveway is steep! Like Michelle said, just go for it. We had a wonderful, relaxing, much needed break.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla W.

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

Perfect

This property is perfect. Spacious, clean, comfortable beds. The house is designed well for sound. My toddler and baby would wake up real early and my parents said they couldn’t hear them at all. Nearest grocery is about 10 minutes. We will be coming back. Thank you for a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan 2022
What a pleasure to share Little Hickory with families like Karla's! When we first began hosting, I wasn't sure how we would feel about sharing this special retreat. We truly enjoy the house and the lake ourselves. We love hosting! Hearing that people have enjoyed the beauty of the lake and enjoyed their getaways is such a joy. We look forward to hosting Karla and her family again sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Michelle Vruwink

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A little about your hosts. Kirk Vandersall is the founder and Managing Director of an education consulting firm, Arroyo Research Services. Michelle Vruwink is a founder and Director of The Franklin School of Innovation, a public Expeditionary Learning School. We live with our daughter, our 2 dogs, and Michelle's parents on a beautiful sub-rural acreage just outside of Asheville, North Carolina.

We love to run, hike, cook, read, admire and collect local artwork, and explore the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina.

We hope you will enjoy your stay! Please make yourselves at home.

Why they chose this property

Little Hickory Hideaway is located on one of the quietest coves on Lake Santeetlah, named one of the 12 most beautiful lakes in the United States by Travel and Leisure.

Featuring 3 bedrooms and 3 full baths, a comfortable living room, fantastic pool & game room, two levels of decks for outdoor leisure, a full kitchen and laundry room - we have everything you need for a wonderful family reunion or quiet couple get-away.

Our home is in the Cross Creek neighborhood. It's a little hard to find your way through the neighborhood's windy, mostly one-way streets - but once here, you'll never want to leave!

What makes this property unique

Quiet, spacious home right on Lake Santeetlah, with private dock, 2 stand-up paddleboards, 2 individual kayaks, an older but functional 2-person kayak, and space to dock a boat for all your water fun. Enjoy the morning sun as it rises over the lake and gaze at stars from the cozy lakefront fire pit. Lake Santeetlah is pristine, amazing for swimming May - September (we even enjoyed a New Year's Polar Plunge - but the water is cold in the winter!), and fantastic for all water sports - paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, jet skis, pontoon boat, ski boat. Enjoy amazing fishing off the dock or paddle out a little farther! Great hiking and outdoor adventures in the area include Appalachian Trail, Nantahala Outdoor Center, Joyce Kilmer Forest, & national forests. Whether you want to retreat to a beautiful quiet sanctuary, or need a home base for all kinds of outdoor adventure - this is your spot!

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