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Macon Memories Creekside Lodge

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A treehouse with multiple levels and a staircase, surrounded by dense trees and a small stream.
A building with multiple windows and balconies overlooking a river.
A multi-story building with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a road.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantahala National Forest
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Otto, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tessentee Bottomland Preserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Macon Memories Creekside Lodge

Summary:

2-story waterfront home with mountain & creek views, decks, grill, fireplace, AC



The Space:

When it's time to escape from reality and treat yourself to a well-deserved time off, there is no better option than this two-story, wood-frame home located directly on the bank of Coweeta Creek! This darling home is set in the trees on a heavily wooded lot. Coweeta Creek is great for fishing and playing in the water - there are stairs and a path leading down to it. Watch and listen to the running water from inside the house or one of the numerous decks.



Nearby must-visit attractions include the Smoky Mountain Center For The Performing Arts, Franklin Gem & Mineral Museum, and Dillard (Julep Farms and The Dillard House) - all within eight miles. This home is made up of two levels. On the first floor, you will encounter a very large eat-in kitchen with a seating area and a large pantry and utility room. It has all the essentials to prepare memorable homemade meals for the crew. There is a covered cook deck off the kitchen with an eating area and a large four-burner gas grill with a separate cooking burner. The laundry room and primary suite are also located on the bottom floor.



After eating, wind down and enjoy the provided streaming service access (including live/local channels) on one of the TVs. There is a large covered porch located off the primary suite and kitchen. There is also a large party deck just below the house with built-in benches all around it. On the second floor is the wonderful and inviting living room with a gas log fireplace and a well-appointed office in case you need to work or study from home. The guest room has a bathroom, mini-fridge, microwave, counter with sink, and large sitting area. It has a separate entrance and a private deck overlooking the creek.



THINGS TO KNOW Streaming TV access is provided. For other streaming services, guests must log in using their own accounts. This property is managed by VueStay Vacations.

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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
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests must be 25 years of age. Any guest under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the entirety of the stay.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5303452vb
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

About the area

Otto

Located in Otto, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tessentee Bottomland Preserve and Black Rock Mountain State Park, while Franklin Gem and Mineral Museum and Macon County Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts and Ruby City Gems & Minerals are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Otto, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tessentee Bottomland Preserve - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Western Carolina University - 41 min drive - 57.4 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 49 min drive - 66.2 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 57 min drive - 77.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Macon Memories Creekside Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Macon Memories Creekside Lodge?

As of 21 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Macon Memories Creekside Lodge on 26 Oct 2026 start from AU$781, 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.

What time is check-in at Macon Memories Creekside Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Macon Memories Creekside Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Macon Memories Creekside Lodge located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Tessentee Bottomland Preserve and Cedar Cliff Mountain. Prentiss Bridge Stream Access and Whistle Stop Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was cozy and quiet. The house has everything we needed! It was clean, comfortable, and it was great they provided little things like soaps and paper products, as well as all the linens. It was great to have all the light switches labeled as well, very helpful. We had an enjoyable experience and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our family of 6.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visited in June of last year and enjoyed ourselves so much that we came back again this year. Everything was great, no complaints from our family. This lodge is a great spot for a fun family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect for us!! Second year we’ve stayed here!! Coming again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very cozy, just what we were looking for on this trip. The kitchen was spacious and well laid out for our needs. The porches and fire pit were wonderful for relaxing on. The beds were all comfortable as were the couches. The living room provided the perfect area for our family to sit and play board games. My favorite part was being able to hear the river while going to sleep at night. We would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

Trout fishing trip in mountains. Perfect place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for a short stay

Plenty of room. Had everything we needed. We only stayed for two nights and it was comfortable and clean. We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful location near peaceful stream

Very tranquil Thanksgiving getaway for my family. Very cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

July 24 2025

Beautiful environment, sound of the river, comfortable accommodations, warm and inviting. Thank you for the opportunity to stay at this location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cabin

Nice place with plenty of bed space to accommodate large group. Large oustide porches to enjoy the river. We really our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home on the river

We enjoyed the home, river, and the town of Franklin. The home had everything we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had a great stay at this property. It’s very peaceful, and we love listening to the sound of t...

We had a great stay at this property. It’s very peaceful, and we love listening to the sound of the stream. Truth be told this was my parents property at one time, and we have always enjoyed staying here. Would definitely recommend this for your family, lots of room and great value over any hotel. Close to town and attractions yet far enough in the hills to enjoy nature and solitude.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful home

Had a great time, would highly recommend. The heat in the kitchen area needs work. Other than that great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Oct 2024
Thank you for your wonderful feedback, Britton! We're thrilled to hear that you had a great time and would highly recommend our property. We appreciate you bringing the heating issue in the kitchen area to our attention. We will look into this to ensure a more comfortable experience for our future guests. Thank you once again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable stay!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great family getaway!

We really enjoyed our stay at this home! We appreciate that it was dog-friendly also. The views overlooking the creek were incredible and so relaxing. We had all the cookware, towels, and other amenities we could possibly need. The beds on the main floor were pretty firm but we still slept well. We loved listening to the peaceful sounds of the creek every night, cooking family meals, playing board games, and being able to truly relax here. Thanks so much for hosting us, we’ll definitely be back!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Creek location is nice, decks are nice, otherwise it is an older home with older furnishings. Was comfortable and quiet but the listing is wrong. 70 Weaver Lane, OTTO, NC. Map was wrong so I had to drive an extra 13 miles each way each day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2025
Thank you for your review, we appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We apologize for any misunderstanding regarding this listing. We attempt to be as transparent with our listings as possible and provide accurate and current photos, amenities lists, and descriptions so guests can make an informed choice about what they are paying for and make the right decision for their needs. We encourage guests to reach out with any questions or concerns before booking, as we are happy to help. We hope to have the opportunity to better impress you in the future!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Peaceful, easy feeling

Quite easy to get to, but felt like you were miles from any highway or town. Heard little more than birds and the creek while outside. Heard nothing or just ripples of the creek while inside.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This home is wonderful. As we walked inside what awaited us was the most beautiful stone fireplac...

This home is wonderful. As we walked inside what awaited us was the most beautiful stone fireplace. Mom 80) loved waking up and drinking her coffee in front of it. The back patio/porch area overlooks the peaceful and serene river. Many mornings and evening were spent out outside enjoying the ducks that were in the river too. Everything you need besides clothing and personal items were there to make it a special time together with your family and friends. The home cleaning service did a really good job.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Macon memories

We loved the cabin. The tubes are a welcome surprise when we found them in a closet under the house. I would recommend bringing some sheets for the pull out bed if you plan on using it, as we couldn't find any in the house. Easy entry, spacious lovely kitchen overlooking Coweeta Creek. Quiet neighbors to one side, a friendly older couple across the creek who let us use their property to go down the creek and tube back towards our cabin. I wouldn't just take it upon myself to do that without interacting with them first though, if you are just arriving. The house has great wifi connection and split units to keep everyone nice and cool. Overall we loved the cabin and have already recommended it to friends and family. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

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

Disappointed

The property was a beautiful property, the problem was with checking in late night after driving 7 hours and my rental had not been cleaned from the previous tenants and it was filthy. I was not able to get into the cleaned property until the next day late afternoon. It took me multiple calls and headaches and lost vacation time not to mention lost money spent on staying in a motel my 1st night in town with my pets. It was a nightmare the first 24 hours in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov 2023
We apologize for any issues you experienced in communicating with a member of our team, as well as any personal touch you found lacking. We apologize if you felt the home was not on par with our cleanliness standards and for any issues you encountered during your stay. We are committed to providing exceptional customer service, and we will follow up with the appropriate parties to ensure our service standards are fully met. We also appreciate our guests' preferences as a means to improve and we have forwarded your comments along to our property management to consider and rectify the issues. We truly hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Quiet little away. Really enjoyed the peacefulness

The house was located right on the river so you can hear the peaceful sounds of the water. We really loved the peacefulness and the calm this home provided. The house however, had an ant problem in both the upstairs bedroom area and the kitchen area. It also needed a few repairs as a few of the doors (office, master bedroom, downstairs kitchen patio to the grill area and the downstairs bedroom) would not lock. The shades in the downstairs bedroom was also damaged and would not roll down. Lastly, there was not a second set of beddings for us to change out the sheets when our children threw up on them, forcing us to have to wash and wait for everything to dry in the middle of the night. We notified vacasa of these issues so I hope they get it fixed before the next rental. Otherwise than these small nuisance, the house met our needs for a week away from the loudness of the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the issues you have encountered during your stay. Our local team strives to provide every one of our guests with the best vacation possible. We are so sorry if our standards were not met during your time with us. Please know that your feedback is essential, and we have passed your comments along to our local manager, who will work with the homeowner to make any updates. We truly hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Awesome Creek!

Great overall stay thanks to the exterior elements of this property (creek,decks, view). The interior leaves a lot to be desired. NEEDS TLC. We were disappointed to learn theres really only 2 private bedrooms, we had to do a lot of rearranging to make things work for 3 families, but, we still enjoyed our stay. Ticks outside are the worst we have ever seen and we stay in the mountains twice per year! So please check yourself, children and pets often and wear tick spray. I feel like maybe the property manager can take some preventative maintenance to help with this. The property could have been cleaned better, towels smelled, we had to rewash, throw blankets were not washed from previous guests as they had noticeable stains. Some plumbing issues and leaks. But wow is it nice sitting on the back patio deck listening to the sounds of the creek and birds chirping, or taking the tubes (some provided) and walking upstream and tuving back down. Kids also had a great time fishing with a few catches. I believe this place is a great value for where its priced, and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Needs a lot of work.

Unfortunately this cabin did not meet our expectations. There was a rat that crawled from the laundry to the closet by the kitchen. 70% of the outlets didn’t work. The entrance to the creek was difficult & unsafe (railing and stepping stones are wobbly). My mom, our dog nor our young kids could get into the creek without help because of how steep the step is and unsafe the area is. We rent our cabins based off the creek so we were disappointed that it was so hard to access. The back doors are hard to lock (you have to hold up both handles simultaneously and turn the lock. Only my husband could do so by using his leg to hold up one handle while turning the lock). The lock entry code is 10 digits, most are only 4. None of the bedroom doors lock. The trash has to be disposed of at the dump rather than the cans outside or there’s a fee. Our master bed was very dirty upon arrival. I have a picture of this. It’s a shame because the house is beautiful but it needs a lot of work and a new cleaning staff.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2025
Hello Patricia, thank you for your feedback. We're sorry the cabin did not meet your expectations, particularly regarding the pest problem, safety at the creek access, and maintenance issues with outlets and locks. Your concerns about cleanliness and accessibility are important to us and have been passed on to the property owner and management for prompt action. We strive to address all reported issues quickly and wish we could have resolved these for you during your stay. We appreciate your honesty and are committed to making improvements for future guests.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

This cabin needs a lot of work

I hate to complain but this cabin did not meet our expectations and I wish we’d known some things before booking. Our master bed was dirty upon arrival. I’m attaching a photo. 70% of the outlets did not work. None of the bedroom doors lock. There was a rat that crawled from the laundry to the kitchen closet. The back doors are very difficult to lock (only my husband was tall enough to lock them. You have to hold one handle up with your knee and the other handle up with one hand then turn the lock with the other hand). This might be picky but the entry code is 10 digits so we had to look at our phones every time we wanted front door entry. Most cabins codes are only 4 digits. The trash has to be disposed of at the dump rather than the cans outside or there’s a fee. The driveway was hard to turn around in with our van. And mostly, the creek entrance is so difficult. The step down is very steep. The railing and the stepping stones are wobbly. My mom, our dog and our young’s kids could not access the creek without help. We base our cabin rentals off the creek so it was a bummer when the creek entrance was so difficult. The bedrooms are also not ideal for large families. The master is great but upstairs is one room with two large beds. Then there’s bunk beds out in the open and a 3/4 wall separating the bunks and a room with a pull out couch that takes up the entire room. It’s a shame. The house is nice but needs a ton of work and new cleaning team. The neighbors are awesome!
Master bed
Pretty view from the balcony off the master
Pretty view of the cabin from the deck
Top of stairs leading the creek entry
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share your review with us. We apologize that the property did not meet your expectations, and we appreciate your feedback as we take it very seriously. Please know all reported issues are handled as quickly as possible, and we would have loved to take care of all of these concerns for you during your stay. Because these are being reported after departure, we will have someone at the property to check on all of these concerns and address them, as our goal is that every guest arrives at our lovely properties and enjoys the amazing things the property and area have to offer. We are committed to ensuring that all customers are satisfied with their experience and will take all necessary steps to ensure that the same issues do not occur again. We truly hope we can host you for a more comfortable stay in the future, thank you.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Macon Nightmare

Upon arrival we were welcomed with a dirty house. Entrance walk way covered with leaves. Little dirt piles hidden in corners of the kitchen. Grocery items within the couch cushions. All beddings were obviously used and unwashed. Linen were found throughout the house on shelves and under the beds. Dirty dishes in the dish washer. We had a door in the kitchen area that led outside without the ability to lock it. We had to put a chair to keep the door from opening. Customer services didn’t get anyone out there that day so we stayed up washing the linens and cleaning up. The following day we were still waiting to find out if someone was coming to fix the door and mess. No response till we reached out. At this point we only wanted someone to fix the door since we stayed up cleaning. On the night of the 31st for our new year tradition we walked up the street with our luggage for a year of good travels only to be chased by 3 big dogs that belong to neighbors up the way. We had to use our luggages as shields to protect our family. We were pretty disappointed. Part of our family ended the trip early because the dog issue. They were running free a lot and having kids and our small dogs made it very difficult to feel safe. We ended up leaving as well. Super disappointed. House does have great potential and a beautiful creek view. That’s about it.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2024
Hello Jose, we apologize for the many inconveniences during your stay. This has been brought up to the local operations manager so steps can be taken to make necessary fixes and improvements. We highly appreciate your feedback.

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