Running Squirrel Ridge cabin w/Hot tub+WiFi+firepit+deck & trails w/lake view!

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Enjoy the sunrise, sunset or stargazing while in the hot tub.

Lost in the beauty of full autumn leaves, enjoy Running Squirrel Ridge

Reconnect with nature at Running Squirrel Ridge.

Relax on the oversized couches while enjoying the large windows!

Dining area, with view of hot tub and deck!

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 637.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Topton, NC

Nantahala Lake
‪4 min drive‬
Lakes End Marina
‪16 min drive‬
Appalachian Rivers Raft Company
‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living room

2 Double Sofa Beds

Loft

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom retreat

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This private cabin is situated on 17 acres and borders National Forest property. Our driveway is two-wheel drive accessible. With 400 sq. ft. modern comforts include WiFi, hot tub, brazilian tiled bathroom, central HVAC system, a tankless water heater, a full-sized laundry room and pillow topped queen mattress all while still being able to enjoy nature. There is a queen-sized bedroom, one bath, a fully stocked modern kitchen/dining area, a large living room with two rollout couches as well a child-sized loft featuring built-in entertaining area and a queen-sized mattress.
With WiFi Running Squirrel Ridge is a great place to semi-disconnect from the world and reconnect with family and nature. The cabin boasts a 1200 sq. ft. deck, propane grill, patio furniture, picnic table and family-sized bonfire area. If that weren't enough, relax in the 5 person hot tub!
Don't miss hiking the two improved hiking trails; the on-property ridge trail takes you along a forested trail with 5 natural log benches to rest on along the way to the top of the mountain where you can enjoy the view of Lake Nantahala. After a day at the lake or hiking, enjoy soaking in the hot tub or relaxing in the hammock space.
On the property across a handmade bridge and stairs, there are three swings that the children love to play on. You may also enjoy wading in the creek below or enjoying the large play area located across from the entrance of the driveway, great for football, frisbee or yard games. With zero light polution enjoy evening stargazing, catching lightning bugs or a crackling fire in the fire pit.
Have a restful night's sleep on our pillow-topped queen mattress, recharging from a day of outings and activities. If you need to unplug and recharge, Running Squirrel Ridge is the place for you.

Property manager

David and Laurie Abbott

Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

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Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children encouraged.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Absolutely no smoking on the property.

Important information

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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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6

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 and a first aid kit

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Topton

Located in Topton, this cabin is in the mountains. Junaluska Medicine Trail and Graham County Historical Association are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lakes End Marina and The Ridges Golf Club. Ferebee Park and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Topton, NC

What's nearby

Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Nantahala Lake - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
Lakes End Marina - 16 min drive - 14.5 km
Nantahala River - 25 min drive - 20.3 km
Appalachian Rivers Raft Company - 31 min drive - 29.6 km

Restaurants

‪Lakes End Marina - ‬16 min drive
‪Lakes End Roofing - ‬16 min drive
‪Fire Ant Grill - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Running Squirrel Ridge cabin w/Hot tub+WiFi+firepit+deck & trails w/lake view! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Running Squirrel Ridge cabin w/Hot tub+WiFi+firepit+deck & trails w/lake view!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Running Squirrel Ridge cabin w/Hot tub+WiFi+firepit+deck & trails w/lake view!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Running Squirrel Ridge cabin w/Hot tub+WiFi+firepit+deck & trails w/lake view! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Nantahala Lake. Lakes End Marina and Ferebee Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.6

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jordyn P.

7 May 2025

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

Charming Private Stay in the Mountains

Cabin was wonderful, just the right size for two people, but could comfortably fit a few more. Shower was spacious, pressure strong, water nice and hot! The scenery was gorgeous, a perfect little wooded getaway. We were in the area for a friend's wedding festivities and didn't get enough time to enjoy the cabin and property to it's full extent, so we'll have to come back another time to check out the hot tub, fire pit, and trails that looked like a lot of fun!The cabin was well stocked with supplies and everything we could need. Lovely propertly, clean, well maintained, and lots to do.We loved our stay, and you will too! Thank you David & Laurie!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell K.

2 Apr 2025

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

Quiet on the hill

Great place with plenty of peaceful moments.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Brian S.

4 Aug 2024

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

Nice place but No Cell Service

Make sure you screen shot the Wi-Fi password & lock box code before coming to the location. We did have a field mouse get into the house that was eating our pretzels the first night but we did not see him again once we locked up all the open food bags but we left one night early because of the mouse. The field mouse is to be expected because of where you are. The house was VERY clean and very comfortable. I had no contact info for the home owners & felt this issue was not a huge deal to contact them about. I provided 5 stars for communication but did not talk to them. There is cell service if you drive 22 minutes to the closest town. Mine is At&t and one had T-Mobile and we had nothing at the house. Make sure you activate Wi-Fi calling on your phone before going. Driving through the mountains the cell service would drop out for miles so don’t clear your maps application if you have no cell service. There is a paper map option at the rest stop by the BP off of Hwy19 Make sure you download offline maps of the area before coming incase you get lost.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

2 Aug 2024

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

Great Place for a Getaway!

We loved our two nights at Running Squirrel Ridge! The home was comfortable and clean, and described very accurately in the listing.The kitchen is well equipped and we cooked both dinners while there. The hot tub under the stars was a great experience, even on a cloudy night. The host was responsive prior to our visit with questions about the area and some other details. Highly recommend the cabin!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayla J.

10 July 2024

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

Very thoughtful hosts!

I would absolutely recommend this stay to adults! If you have a toddler I would suggest bring a baby gate for the loft area (my little one was obsessed with the cute little stairs but did fall down them, ONCE) he’s ok! ت WiFi is a little touchy but it worked out for us as we stayed busy on the property exploring and at the near by lake! I’d definitely stay again with my husband and friends!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

27 Nov 2023

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

Wonderful

This cabin was perfect for my husband and I. Nice, quiet and secluded. The hot tub was the best part! We would absolutely stay there again.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sami N.

4 Aug 2023

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

Cozy clean cabin in beautiful forested area!

I loved this cabin! It was very charming and cute. It was also clean which definitely makes a difference. This area is very beautiful and peaceful. The hot tub is great as well! Would definitely recommend overall!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth A.

3 Aug 2023

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

Relaxing in Peace

This cabin is wonderful! It was clean and welcoming. The views that you get from the many windows inside and on the deck are beautiful. You feel secluded from the world with all of the trees around. I did the short hike up to the top of the mountain and the view was well worth it! You can sit on the bench at the top and see the lake and mountain view. There were even a few benches along the trail that I used to take a break. And to end the day, I relaxed in the hot tub! My stay was relaxing and peaceful. I am looking forward to returning.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kenzie W.

1 Aug 2023

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

Little piece of heaven

This was a wonderful getaway from the world. It is an adorable cabin with a comfy master bed and cute kids' nook, super comfy couches, and a fun movie selection. We loved stargazing from the hot tub, hiking the trails, and enjoying the swings up on the mountain. The quiet mountains and great views let us feel secluded even though town was only 20 minutes away. There was a great hammock spot we enjoyed, and even though I chose to keep my phone turned off, it was an added perk that there was Wifi if I wanted to get connected with the outside world. Thanks so much for sharing your little piece of heaven! We will definitely be visiting again.

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah R.

12 July 2023

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

A blessing !

Wow! This place is beautiful!! Tucked away in the hills of NC. The view was stunning(especially the hike up around the property). We loved the swing. Watching my youngest girl swing was such and enjoyment because she loved it ! The cabin was clean ,they provided so much and even a nice laundry room! Places to sit outside like a table with unbrella, picnic table and hammocks! Hot tub was very nice !! The kids absolutely loved the loft with a comfy Queen and also a air matress that you just plug in and fills up and is comfortable! Games , movies and relaxation. Queen in bedroim downstairs that was very comfy and two pull out couches. Plenty of room and they provided extra blankets. This place was so lovely !!! We went to a local trout farm and did some tubing. Enjoyed the Nantahala. No wifi or cell service so that was great to disconnect. So take your family and let them catch their supper and play some ganes and enjoy the blessings you have in this nice gettaway:) I am from the mountains and hills of Tennessee and beauty runs deep here but to me NC is the next best thing to me :) Great host too !! Super nice and fast response!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Brittany T.

5 Apr 2023

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

Family getaway

Easy access and supplied with everything we needed for a quiet family weekend. No wifi or cell service kept us away from distractions and spent quality time together watching movies, playing games, in the hot tub and walking trails and enjoying the swings

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Maajida E.

19 Feb 2023

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

Great Cabin Stay

Even for my group of 6, this tiny home didn’t feel so tiny because there were so many things to do outdoors. My husband and I loved the hammock and hot tub and my kids loved the fire pit and swing. We took hikes everyday using both trails and saw the prettiest views. This was an exceptional birthday trip.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Samuel K.

13 Feb 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stay but poor cleaning

The cabin was extremely cozy, warm, and had a beautiful property. We enjoyed the hike out back and the beautiful views. However, the cleaning process really needs some work. There was a sticky kitchen table, dirty shower floor, hair on pillowcases, and a nasty toilet seat. The hot tub had a huge accumulation of some sort of brown scum in the corner which we also had to clean. The host was extremely hospitable and friendly, but these cleaning issues severely affected our ability to feel relaxed and clean in the cabin. After wiping everything down thoroughly, it was a very nice stay. We would recommend this cabin if a better cleaning process was implemented.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley F.

4 Dec 2022

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

Peaceful quiet weekend!

We had an amazing time, it was so great to escape everyday life to go relax at your beautiful cabin! We enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub and the beautiful drive through the mountain to get there! We will definitely be back thank you so much for sharing your beautiful cabin with us!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

ron

19 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

great little cabin everything there to relax and enjoy nature unfortunetly did not get to enjoy most what with our timing and weather but would recomend it to freinds

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angel S.

6 Nov 2022

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

Very nice getaway

Renting this property was a good choice if you want to spend time with family and get away reality

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K., Tinley Park, Illinois

10 Oct 2022

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

Excellent!

This is a very comfortable cabin to stay in. Very private. There is a cabin down the hill that you really don't see, but it is somewhat close. The hiking trails both lead to the same spot on top where you get a peek at the lake. We enjoyed swinging on the swing, laying on the hammock, relaxing in the hot tub, s'more-ing by the fire. The house had *just* enough space for our family of 5 (6, 4, 2 y/o) to stay for 4 nights. Well equipped, so you only need your clothes and bath stuff. Thanks so much!!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Crystal S., Lexington

3 Oct 2022

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

Relaxing weekend

My husband and I enjoyed the seclusion and privacy of the place. Cozy and away from the Hussle and bustle of everyday life, but within 20 minutes of Andrews, NC.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

27 Sept 2022

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

Nice

We were in the area to paddle whitewater and found a quiet getaway. Water heater temp could be higher now that evenings are cool. Quaint and peaceful. We enjoyed our stay. All was as advertised

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

philip s.

12 Sept 2022

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

Would highly recommend this property

Directions to property were spot on, useful information in binder, very clean (other than one dirty pillowcase and a few small critters in corner of shower) and well appointed. Great location and convenient the the NOC and more; great quiet getaway with solitude. Very happy we chose this property.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meagan U.

27 Aug 2022

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

Great Views

The home is quaint and cute. The views from the cabin are fantastic.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brooke H.

27 July 2022

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

Perfect off the map weekend

Good experience're getting exactly what you see. Nice and secluded. No wifi or service as mentioned in the listing but a huge selection of movies and a few games. Perfect get away for a weekend

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Raghav R., Charlotte

18 July 2022

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

HIGHLY RECOMMEND AND ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!

Such a cute and beautiful cabin. Me and my partner loved staying here. Very secluded with hot tub, fire pit, beautiful indoor space, swings and private hikes within the property! Very secluded and you'd barely step out of the cabin grounds as it is very MAGICAL!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

6 July 2022

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

A gem in the woods

All the right things made this tiny house stay one to remember. The deck and extra seating areas were perfect, and it served as a great home-base to come back to from our days adventures.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

April H.

18 June 2022

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

Cozy tiny cabin

Perfect for two people. Hot tub was clean and easy to use. Location minutes to the lake where our friends were staying. Loft was too small for us to use, more for children to play in.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by David and Laurie Abbott

Our family of 6 loves unplugging, getting away from our busy lives and connecting with nature! We enjoy renting a pontoon boat, tubing on Nantahala Lake and jumping off a rope swing on Rabbit Island. Our favorite thing is sitting around the campfire roasting marshmallows and eating Dads Dutch oven peach cobbler. As a parent it's a great place to really connect as a family.

Why they chose this property

We are conveniently located close to the "Sky Chapel", Glen Choga Lodge, Nantahala Gorge (Nantahala Outdoor Center - NOC), Lake Nantahala, and the "Tail of the Dragon".
This property has been in my family for nearly 200 years. We have Native American roots and named the cabin after my mother who we affectionately call Running Squirrel. Our land boasts wild turkey, deer, rabbits, and of course squirrels! If you are looking for privacy and to disconnect from the distractions of the world, this is the place.

What makes this property unique

You feel secluded surrounded by 17 acres of trees tucked between two mountain ridges as well as the breathtaking mountain top view of the lake. Relaxing in the hot tub while enjoying the mountain views is spectacular. Stargazing with little light pollution is remarkable.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Living room

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Master Bedroom retreat

1 bathroom

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