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Serene Mountain Retreat with Stunning Views of the Nantahala Gorge!

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A wooden cabin with a balcony, two Adirondack chairs, and a stone fireplace.
A wooden cabin with a green roof, a porch, and a staircase leading to the entrance.
A wooden cabin bedroom with a quilted bedspread, a dresser, a television, and a window with curtains.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, a checkered rug, a rocking chair, and a television.
A cozy cabin interior with a large sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with wooden cabinets and appliances.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Topton, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Appalachian Rivers Raft Company
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Nantahala River
    ‪2 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Topton

Located in Topton, this cabin is in the mountains. Graham County Historical Association and Junaluska Medicine Trail are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center and Wilson Lick Ranger Station. Bryson City Gem Mine and Ferebee Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
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Map
Topton, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Appalachian Rivers Raft Company - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Nantahala River - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Nantahala Lake - 17 min drive - 21.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 35 min drive - 48.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakes End Cafe & Grill - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Morehead Cafe - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪John Smith Adventures - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪todds store - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Hot Tub Time Machine - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Mountain Retreat with Stunning Views of the Nantahala Gorge! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Serene Mountain Retreat with Stunning Views of the Nantahala Gorge!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serene Mountain Retreat with Stunning Views of the Nantahala Gorge!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Mountain Retreat with Stunning Views of the Nantahala Gorge!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Serene Mountain Retreat with Stunning Views of the Nantahala Gorge! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Appalachian Rivers Raft Company. Nantahala River is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary trip

We had a wonderful stay. View was breathtaking. Perfect getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Awesome Place!

Beautiful cabin that was stocked with everything we needed, comfortable beds and an incredible view! Conveniently located to many outdoor activities like whitewater rafting, ziplining, hiking, etc. Really enjoyed our stay and Albert was great to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you Mike. We really work diligently at trying to exceed everyones level of expectation. It’s nice to know that it’s appreciated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great views, very well stocked kitchen.

Very nice mountain views, privacy, and an extremely well stocked kitchen. Hard to beat those NC sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you, Clifford. We work very hard in order to try to make things as perfect as possible for all of our guests. It’s nice to know that all of our work is appreciated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Cabin w/ Mountain View

We enjoyed our stay very much in this clean and comfortable cabin. The owner was very responsive to any questions and gave us plenty of information to prepare for our stay. The view was great, there is ample outdoor seating and the cabin itself was in very good condition.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you Kimberly, we are glad that you enjoyed your stay. We work diligently to try to make things as perfect as possible.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin!

This cabin is very cozy and comfortable. No complaints whatsoever. Great communication with the host, has everything you will need to enjoy your time away from everything and be able to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lost River

We loved our weekend in the mountains. The cabin was secluded but the views were amazing. The owner was easy to get ahold of and the cabin had everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you Megan! It’s nice to know that all of our efforts to provide a great experience for our guests are appreciated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick getaway for a rafting trip

Great location. Steep gravel driveway… took us a while to get the hang of getting up the driveway in the dark without spinning out… but we did it! Beautiful views. Comfy beds. Will stay again if we get the chance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2024
Thank you Heather, it truly was a pleasure hosting you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect mountain view for outdoor fun

Our family of 4 loved this cabin. The view was exactly as pictured with a great deck to enjoy it from. The cabin was very clean and had everything we needed. We stayed for a week, so enjoyed having the extra loft space for our boys and a full kitchen. The owner was very responsive for quick questions. Location is very close to all of the Nantahala activities- rafting/hiking/biking/lakes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you Christine. We really do our best to try to make our guests stay as perfect as possible. It makes us feel good that all of our work is appreciated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful and Serene

This cabin is in a wonderful location. The views are amazing. I loved sitting out in the morning and enjoying my coffee in this absolutely peaceful setting. It is just down the road from the Nantahala Outdoor Center and a short drive to Bryson City. The host was extremely responsive when we had any questions or issues. I would highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you Julie. We work diligently in order to try to make everyone’s experience as perfect as possible and we try to treat all of our guests the way that we like to be treated.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful view

Make sure you are driving an AWD vehicle. We couldn’t get up the hill. 😬 Spectacular view and well equipped kitchen. Loved the fire pit area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
We make it perfectly clear in our property description what is required in order to access the cabin.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

As Advertised & Enjoyable

Very nice property. Secluded. Clean and well-furnished. The gravel road is steep but not too long and we had no trouble getting up/down with a 4-door sedan (this was in the summer with only a little rain over the 3 days we stayed). Host was responsive and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Look no further, BEST CABIN EVER!!

We booked this cabin due to its seclusion and view of the Smoky Mountains. It met every expectation we had on our "Must Have" list - cleanliness, a kitchen with everything we needed to cook our Whole30 menu, Wifi and a TV to keep up with March Madness, an outside eating area and a fire pit, a hot tub, and quiet areas inside and out to read or take a nap. Not only that, there were short hikes, a mountain stream, gorgeous sunrises, and a very romantic setting. We LOVED it!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you, Steven and Blair.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

nice mountain get away

Beautiful secluded cabin with nice mountain views. Well equipped kitchen and all spaces are inviting - dining table with views, living room with fireplace, deck with hot dub, large fire pit with more views, ... Only the mattresses were a bit soft for us, but that is a matter of taste. Communication with owner was fast and very useful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you for the kind words Philipp.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what I was looking for

From start to finish this experience was great. The cabin could not have been any lovelier. I was looking for a secluded place with a great view and hot tub. Got exactly that. And Doc was easily accessible, kind and helpful. Thank you for providing the perfect place for my 50th birthday vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you Jeanne! Belated Happy Birthday! I’m glad that we were able to play a part in making your birthday a memorable one….
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Nantahala Adventure

We had an amazing time at Lost River Lodge! Property was just as described and perfect for our family of 4. Very easy and friendly communication with the owner. The view is amazing and the decks give you plenty of outdoor living space to enjoy them. Our family enjoyed a week full of local activities such as: zip lining, horseback riding, hiking in the Smokey Mountains, Nantahala Forest, Appalachian Trail, and fell in love with the very close NOC. Overall a wonderful vacation and the absolute perfect place to stay! Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you, Julie. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it!

Wonderful cabin! My husband and I enjoyed the views and the quiet time together. Spending our nights by the fire pit was a favorite of ours. Of all the places we have rented over the years together, this cabin had the best pots and pans ever! Weird thing to say but we cook in a lot and I appreciated the quality of the cookware - not the usual rental stuff. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you Kerry. My wife loves to cook as well. We really spared no expense in outfitting the cabin, including, the thread count in the sheets. It’s really nice to know that our attention to detail is appreciated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Mountain Cabin

This cabin far exceeded all expectations! The property is private and has stunning views. The fire pit and decks and hot tub offer multiple outside areas to enjoy time together. The cabin is fully stocked with everything I needed, way more than most VRBO homes. While this was so peaceful and remote, it’s a very short drive from NOC and each day we enjoyed the activities around and on the Nantahala River, then a quick drive “home” for a little rest by the fire pit. I will be coming back again soon, this was a special place…
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Beautiful view and solitude !

This house gave us the privacy and quiet we were hoping for in a mountain top cabin. The view of the Nantahala forest from the back decks was just beautiful! We enjoyed using the hot tub and the gas grill. The house was well stocked with kitchen and linen goods. The House was also well located to many great hikes in the area. The owner was extremely responsive. Our one challenge was the incline on the gravel road getting up to the house after the rain. The owner says he is already working to remedy. This house was great for solitude and the view.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you Lisa. Unfortunately, the area experienced severe weather, and unusually heavy rains, which damaged the road, just prior to, and during your stay. In fact, the rains and subsequent flooding were so severe, prior to your stay, that at least one of the main roads in the area washed out and remains closed. We usually have the road graded twice a year and new gravel added when necessary. This has always seemed to keep the road in excellent condition. Due to the recent weather occurrence, we, the other home owners on the road, and myself, have contracted with an excavation company, to install three culverts on the road which we have been told, will eliminate the issue with the hill, should we ever experience these types of weather conditions in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great views

This is a great option close to the NOC! Beautiful views and an awesome outdoor area to enjoy. Pro tip: it takes the hot tub a few hours to get cooking, so turn it on earlier in the day you plan to use it or at the beginning of your trip! Dr. A was super communicative if we had any questions. One note: the owner mentioned the road was getting regraded soon and there had obviously been heavy rains and recent slides throughout the region, we came in two cars and were unable to make it all the way up to the property in the vehicle that didn’t have all-wheel drive. Dr. A helped us find a safe place to park the car, but just something to be aware of if you have the option to bring an all-wheel or four-wheel drive car to the area. The coffee pot is a Keurig in case you’re shopping before heading up :) Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you Dana! The road was re-graded and re-graveled today. The hot tub is electric so it does take a while for it to heat up. It was absolutely a pleasure having you and your friends as our guests and we are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peace and quiet

Just what the Doctor ordered! We enjoyed the peace and quite, all that a cabin in the mountains should be.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Seclusion

Location was exactly what we were looking for.The host was exceptional . He took care of some unforseen and unavoidable issue with the Jacuzzi while he was at Disney with his family.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lost River Lodge

My husband and I have always loved the Nantahala area and were looking for a relaxing getaway. The Lost River Lodge was just the place! The view from the deck was amazing, especially in the morning and evenings. We thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub, hammock, fire pit, and the peace and quiet. The kitchen was very well stocked. We had one disastrous breakfast one morning when we couldn't find any nonstick frying pans and tried to cook eggs and hash browns in a regular metal pan. If I had texted the host sooner, we would have known there were 3 nonstick frying pans "hiding" in the stove drawer directly under the oven.😣 The cabin was very clean and the furniture comfortable. The main floor bedroom's bed was a little too soft for us and a bit squeaky, but not a show stopper. The road leading up to the cabin was a bit overgrown with brambles, but passable. AWD is definitely a big help getting up the steep incline. Albert, the host, was very responsive to any questions and even reached out a couple of times just to check on us. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! Thanks, Albert, for sharing your lovely cabin and view!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A perfect hideaway to escape the world

From start to finish, the host was a dream to communicate with. The cabin is clean, comfortable and perfectly appointed. The view of Nantahala Gorge is breathtaking and star gazing at night was a beautiful way to end each day, as was the roaring fire in the gorgeous fire pit. I highly recommend this cabin if you want to get away from it all and spend quality time with the person/people in your life. Thank you, Dr. A! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The closest thing to Heaven!

It was super easy to rent. The owner was an absolute charm. He made us feel very welcome. In a lot of ways, we felt like we were at home.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical cabin

Best place I’ve rented, by a mile! The scenery was breathtaking, and the cabin beautiful, well-appointed, and meticulously clean. The host was lovely to communicate with- very responsive, clear, and friendly. Everything as pictured. I loved it and will book again as my schedule allows.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2023
Thank you so much Patricia! We work very hard in order to make everyone’s experience as perfect as possible.
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