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Grace Cottage: Cozy. Affordable. On the lake. Perfect for a small family!

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 683.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Hayesville, NC

Nantahala River
‪1 min walk‬
Nantahala Lake
‪5 min drive‬
Lakes End Marina
‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Grace Cottage: Cozy. Affordable. On the lake. Perfect for a small family!

Thanks for stopping by! Maybe this is what you're looking for: an cozy place for your small family to escape the heat and enjoy a pristine mountain lake, a quiet and beautiful couple's Fall getaway, a place to fish, swim, explore. You've found us!

Our cottage is not fancy or huge. It's cozy, clean and right on Lake Nantahala, one of the highest and cleanest lakes in the Eastern U.S. We bought the cottage years ago as a perfect escape from the busyness of Atlanta. Now we want to share it with you.

We have no pool tables or hot tubs or game rooms. We DO have a great private dock, books, dvd's, and a place to simply unwind without all the usual distractions of home. Swim from our private dock. (Bring your snorkle gear ... i usually see fish when I snorkle around our dock ... the water is crystal clear) Bring your boat (ramp is 2 minutes away) or rent one from Lakes End Marina (or use our canoe and kayaks.) Kids love our dock, the many streams to wade in, and places to hike and explore (we're practically surrounded by the Nantahala National Forest). Parents love the quiet setting, our collection of books and movies, and the fact that your cell phone or your digital devices won't work up here! Your kids (and you, if you're so tempted!) will be "device free" at Grace Cottage. There are great restaurants 20-45 minutes by car (or ride your boat across the water to Lake's End Grill), a Super Walmart in Murphy (35 minutes away) for supplies, hiking trails all around (the Appalachian Trail is 20 minutes away), whitewater rafting close by, and lots of places to wander. There's a casino nearby, if. you're into that sort of thing. We are not Disney World. We are quite pleased to be 'all natural'.

Keywords: Lakefront Cabin

Property manager

Curt Cloninger

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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Pet-friendly

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Perfect privacy for 1-6 people. Only home at this elevation (4200').

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

$100 pet fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Topton

Located in Topton, this cabin is on a lake. Lakes End Marina and Wilson Lick Ranger Station are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Parker Meadows Park and Ferebee Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hayesville, NC

What's nearby

Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Nantahala River - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Nantahala Lake - 5 min drive - 1.6 km
Lakes End Marina - 9 min drive - 4.2 km
Appalachian Rivers Raft Company - 29 min drive - 23.7 km

Restaurants

‪Lakes End Marina - ‬8 min drive
‪Lakes End Roofing - ‬9 min drive
‪Fire Ant Grill - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Grace Cottage: Cozy. Affordable. On the lake. Perfect for a small family! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Grace Cottage: Cozy. Affordable. On the lake. Perfect for a small family! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grace Cottage: Cozy. Affordable. On the lake. Perfect for a small family! ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grace Cottage: Cozy. Affordable. On the lake. Perfect for a small family! located?

Situated on a lake, this cabin is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Nantahala River. Nantahala Lake is 1 mi (1.7 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

barb m.

8 June 2025

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

The Location was PERFECT. Quiet yet close enough to everything. The Space was Clean well furnished and comfortable. I hope to be able to use again next year.Thank You Jennifer your place was Great.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

barb m.

8 June 2025

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

If you're looking to truly unplug andreconnect with nature, this is the perfect escape. Tucked away in a quiet, forested setting, the cabin offers rustic charm with just the right touch of comfort.The interior is clean, thoughtfully decorated, and cozy—ideal for curling up with a book or enjoying quiet mornings with coffee on the porch.Whether you’re looking for a solo retreat, a romantic getaway, or a peaceful reset this cabin delivers a memorable, calming experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kami F.

14 May 2025

Liked: Check-in, location

Quiet and cozy

Overall stay was good, but there were some things that could have been better described in the listing. The parking was very tight for two SUV’s, no cable (but a remote with cable cords in tv), the cottage could have been a.little cleaner around the outside. Overall we had a nice time, and the bed was very comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Joseph D.

21 Apr 2025

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

A great getaway

The cabin is situated on a beautiful section of the lake. We enjoyed the views and the quiet. Unfortunately my wife has recently had knee surgery so she was unable to walk down the stairs to the dock. We should have checked prior to us going. Curt is a wonderful host and we appreciate his hospitality. I highly recommend this cabin for a quiet and relaxing weekend.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracie D.

11 Oct 2018

Great vacation, beautiful weather and beautiful cabin!A little hike to the boat dock but otherwise !

Great stay would repeat!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Debbie R.

24 Aug 2023

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

SUMMER GET-AWAY

Great time, great location.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray I.

30 Oct 2024

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

Great stay

We enjoyed our time at this little piece of paradise on the mountain lake. From sitting on the porch staring at the lake, taking a paddle out in the canoe, or grilling some dinner on the porch....relaxation was easy here and it was nice to get away from the hectic city life. We appreciate it Curt and hope to be back in the future! hectic life of the city

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth L.

20 July 2024

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

Time away from heat

The house was remodeled and the bed was very comfortable. The stairs to lake was quite overwhelming but great dock when you get there. Had all that we needed, the owner has great artist on display. Loved our stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett D.

22 July 2023

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

Great mountain retreat

Cottage was perfect,lake was refreshing and curt was super easy to deal with. We had everything we needed at the cottage for our stay games, puzzles, movies! Would definitely recommend this cottage!!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

david p.

12 June 2024

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

Just as advertised

We had a great stay at Grace Cottage. The owner, Curt gave us great directions, instructions for the house and suggestions for our trip. The home was comfortable for our family of four and two dogs. It had everything we needed for our long weekend and we would definitely come back. Thanks!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

2 Nov 2022

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

Loved it

Curt is really easy to communicate with and responds quickly. Great location on the lake. Plenty of stuff to do in the area surrounding. Loved the cabin and will be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rich S.

7 Oct 2023

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

Quiet and relaxing!

It all that I needed. Great outdoor activities if you’re looking to fish,swim,kayak or canoe or just sit on the dock and enjoy the scenery. The cabin has an amazing back deck to enjoy a meal or just recharge after a day on the lake. Top it off with a fire situated in the trees half way between the lake and cabin.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

31 May 2023

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

Nantahala

Had a beautiful time, enjoyed the peace and quite of not hearing a phone constantly ring!!! Grace cottage is the perfect escape from reality!!!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jonathan k.

8 Aug 2019

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

Great owner, well stocked.

Property was as advertised and well stocked. Property was gorgeous. The only minor negative would be the steep path down to the lake as my son took a bit of a tumble down trying to get to the lake too fast. Overall the cottage was a great spot for some relaxation and family time.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina L.

30 Nov 2023

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

First Family Lakeside Cabin Experience

Our family stay at the cabin was a breath of fresh air for the Thanksgiving holiday. A much needed break from the city. Even though the weather was cold, the cabin was warm and comfortable. Bonus of no wifi allowed us to reconnect as a family with dvd movie nights and exploring the area. We are thankful for this wonderful experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Christina W.

13 July 2016

Just as expected.

Quiet beautiful spot for those who want to get away in the nantahala forest.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016

8/10 Good

Mark S.

31 Aug 2024

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

Great place to retreat to

Cottage is very cute and is the right size for a couple or maybe even two couples or a couple with small children. Absolutely loved the lake. It is so gorgeous. Yes, the steps down to the water are challenging. It’s the mountains. You have to accept that. Had a fantastic time swimming, paddle boarding, and relaxing by the water. Also, really enjoyed the porch on the back of the house, especially sitting out there when it was raining or storming. It was pretty dusty, but it’s a rustic cabin, not an Embassy suites.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alex A.

9 Oct 2018

An awesome and comfortable cabin on an absolutely stunning lake!

Lake Nantahala is absolutely stunning and this cabin was a great base for plenty of outdoor adventures nearby! Curt answered all of our questions quickly, and provided great directions to the cabin and nearby hikes. We hiked to the Wayah bald lookout and took a trip to the GSMNP for an 8 mile hike and still made it back to the cabin with enough sunlight for an evening swim. The cabin was clean and comfy. Definitely hope to make it back sometime!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Florian and Matthew M.

17 June 2024

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

Quiet getaway

A beautiful property on the mountain side. Perfect place for family of four and a dog. Enjoyed spending time on the porch, dock and lake. Curt made it easy to find places without using Wii fii. The nights were warm so needed fans and AC. The AC units were not cooling enough. Figuring out how to turnaround our large parked car was a challenge but cautiously learned. Overall a wonderful relaxing vacation!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G.

17 Mar 2024

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

Great location, peaceful place.

Curt was great with communication, the rental was great. Very peaceful. The no cell service and wifi was awesome to just relax and enjoy the time. Curt provides alot of dvds to watch. The parking is a little tight. But not the end of the world. Had a nice dock to fish from and dock the boat we brought with us. Will be back again. Thanks curt!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie V.

10 Aug 2017

My best vacation yet!

Such a great little place. So quiet and relaxing. We are so glad that we picked Grace cottage to spend some family time together. Owners were always helpful and even called to make sure we made it and everything was good with the house. The view is amazing and the lake is so calm. The path to the dock is no joke though. I definitely got my leg workout in but worth every step. All the neighbors wave and the local marina staff were awesome. Hope to get back very soon.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2017

8/10 Good

Alan L.

21 Sept 2016

Gorgeous countryside, well maintained house

My wife and I went for a little peace and quiet in a scenic place. It was so pretty and we both enjoyed the place. Dining options are a little limited and make sure you have necessary groceries cause it's a long haul to a grocery store. The house is clean, well equipped and thoughtfully updated throughout, very comfortable for two people. Owner is friendly and involved. Do not underestimate the climb back and forth to the dock, it's very steep and worth it. It's an excellent place to purge your mind of all the unimportant stuff and enjoy simple pleasures.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

29 Oct 2017

God's Wonderful Creation

Grace Cottage truly is a warm, cozy welcome. It is just what we needed not only to getaway but also explore the NW N Carolina area. It's safe, quiet, with only the lovely sounds of birds singing and breeze blowing through the trees. We visited at the change of seasons when the mountains were aflame with reds, yellows, and oranges of the trees. The Lake Nantahala waters were clear; you could see the lake bottom along the shoreline. Every morning there was a mystical, romantic mist over the water because of the cool air temperature. So beautiful! Thank you for a lovely stay in God's wonderful creation. The Cummings

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017

6/10 Okay

Lisa M., Lancaster, SC

11 Oct 2021

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

No cell service-read description carefully

Owner was easy to work with. However, we somehow missed the info far down in the description that there is NO cell/WiFi service at all in the area or the cabin. Made getting around an unfamiliar area almost impossible. The one restaurant we went to for dinner was good but they don’t serve alcohol, it’s BYOB, but we didn’t know this because we couldn’t get info about anything due to no cell service. We cut our two night stay short and came home. Cabin could use a deep cleaning.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

jenna w.

28 Aug 2018

Very peaceful

The climb to the dock is definitely a hike. I'm glad I brought my walking stick since I had back surgery recently. I wish the dock was in the sun too but it may be during other parts of the summer. We went mid/end of August. It was such a beautiful spot! You felt like you were in a tree house! It was very quiet although they were building a house up the road so the traffic was pretty heavy, early in the mornings but that is no one's fault. We loved it and would definitely go back! I loved not having cell service or Wi-Fi!!! A true vacation! Even my dogs were more relaxed and mellow. They seem to love the lake life too. Just a truly beautiful and homey spot. We rented a boat and really enjoyed the gorgeous lake. For sure on our "go to again" list!

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

About the host

Hosted by Curt Cloninger

I'm a writer and actor, based in Atlanta. I travel a lot. My wife and I bought this place as an escape from the road. It has been that, and more!

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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Grace Cottage: Cozy. Affordable. On the lake. Perfect for a small family!

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

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Important information

You need to know

We should mention

About the area

Topton

What's nearby

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

Reviews

Exceptional

9.4/10

10/10

10/10

9.8/10

9.8/10

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

barb m.

barb m.

10/10 Excellent

barb m.

barb m.

6/10 Okay

Kami F.

Quiet and cozy

Kami F.

8/10 Good

Joseph D.

A great getaway

Joseph D.

10/10 Excellent

Tracie D.

Great vacation, beautiful weather and beautiful cabin!A little hike to the boat dock but otherwise !

Tracie D.

8/10 Good

Debbie R.

SUMMER GET-AWAY

Debbie R.

10/10 Excellent

Ray I.

Great stay

Ray I.

10/10 Excellent

Ruth L.

Time away from heat

Ruth L.

10/10 Excellent

Brett D.

Great mountain retreat

Brett D.

10/10 Excellent

david p.

Just as advertised