Vacation rentals with beach access near Pisgah National Forest

Adventure for all-family, friends and furry pups!

Relax with the whole family & pups (w/fee). Make lasting memories. Escape to a beautiful cabin retreat with access to crystal-clear Watauga Lake* overlooking the Appalachian Mountains. This home base offers endless outdoor activities, including stargazing from the wraparound porch & fire pit. *NOTE (7/2026): Lake levels are managed by the TVA and are currently lower than normal. Boat access to our private dock may not be possible at this time as water levels fluctuate and are beyond our control.

cozy & romantic chalet, outside hot tub, petanque!

cozy cabin ready for a magical summer escapade complete with an outdoor jacuzzi, relaxing yoga deck, fire-pit, rackets and easy access! early check in! Disconnect and immerse yourself in nature with our cozy chalet in the mountains. Rejuvenate with our outdoor jacuzzi nestled in the forest, enjoy the bonfire under the stars, and cozy up next to the chimney while reading or watching a movie. Our chalet offers all the privacy and security of a small community right at the heart of the mountain.

Lake Keowee Waterfront Cottage - Private Retreat

Lake-front retreat w/ unbelievable sunsets, swimming & kayaking, tucked in between the Cliffs & the Reserve, 30 miles west of Greenville. Private park-like setting for a couples getaway. Updated one-bedroom small cottage w/ living room, kitchen, bath, laundry, AC/heat. The entire property is included w/ your cottage rental; 1.1 acres, 800 ft of lake shoreline, a dock, a pier, a sunset deck, a social pavilion, waterfront hot-tub. It is a private lake experience; nothing really compares - unique!

Smoky Mountain Lighthouse on Douglas Lake

The Lighthouse at Hunkerdown Hollow provides a waterfront experience at the base of the Smoky Mountains. This unique lodging brings you up close to the natural beauty of the Douglas lake resevoir. Home to over 200 species of bird, and recognized as a Bassmaster top 100 fishing lake, the Lighthouse puts you right in the middle of it all! While every window in the lighthouse has a water view, the top level boasts a 360 degree view of water & the treetops, to observe all the beauty of Douglas!

Restored Riverfront Cottage Escape- Chimney Rock

After Hurricane Helene swept through and left the area devastated, we’ve worked hard to rebuild our Riverfront Cottage-a cozy, updated retreat just minutes from Chimney Rock, Lake Lure, Hendersonville, and Asheville. While the backyard and deck were damaged, they’ve been lovingly restored, and the home is ready once again to welcome guests. Nestled beside a rushing river, this peaceful cabin sleeps four and offers the perfect place to relax, recharge, and support a community rising again.

Sophie's Cabin~ A Secluded and Charming Getaway

Sophie's cabin is tucked away in the forest of the gated Riverbend Community. It is a quiet retreat ideally suited for a couple looking to unplug and be in nature. It's both spacious and cozy with a private bedroom, full bathroom, full kitchen, and a comfortable living room. There is a large private deck behind the cabin with a dining set, gas grill, and 2 lounge chairs. A large Ingles grocery store and several restaurants are open nearby. Our private lake is open and as pretty as ever.

Tree Top Lodge - Log Cabin with Amazing Views

Stunning mountain views abound in this outstanding log home! 3 Huge decks showcase the gorgious Chimney Rock Mountains. Sit on the deck and enjoy! Or, take a relaxing spa in our 7 person hot tub! In the home enjoy a spacious, fully stocked and beautifully furnished 2600 square foot 3 bedroom home on three levels. Play games with the kids, shoot a game of pool, or watch a movie on the large screen TV. Outside go for a walk, sit by the firepit. Options for fun are everywhere!

Riverfront Family Home, Personal Beach and Fishing

This family-friendly Cullowhee vacation rental home is situated directly on the Tuckaseegee River, offering a quiet home base for a peaceful retreat. Located just 5 minutes to WCU campus and about 8 minutes to downtown Sylva, you'll enjoy shopping, dining, and unbeatable convenience. The Tuckaseegee River area offers plenty of outdoor fun including hiking and mountain biking trails. Find skiing just 30 minutes away for fun on the slopes, and a casino if you're feeling lucky!

Hot Springs LOVE Shack! Hot Tub, Privacy, Views

CABIN # 1 Welcome to Hot Springs Treehouse Cabins! Thermal waters, brewery, pizza, diner, shopping, art and coffee shop are all waiting for you! Enjoy our 4 private mountain cabins with views, hot tubs, fireplaces, reliable wifi, kitchens, grills & communal fire pit and private swimming hole. View our cabins on you tube channel Treehousecabins326 *This is a PET-FREE CABIN. Our other 3 cabins are pet-friendly. Please go to our profile to find our other cabins.

Mountain views + Hot Tub / Family Retreat

Welcome to Sunset Peak Cabin 🌅 — a cozy mountain escape with stunning views of Lake Lure and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Relax by the fireplace or in the hot tub while the kids enjoy the game room with pool, foosball, air hockey, indoor basketball, darts & cornhole. Big Mirror Lake is just a 10-minute drive within our private Riverbend community — perfect for swimming and fishing. 🐾 Dog-friendly — your four-legged family members are welcome too!

Tryon: Mountain Views, Lake & Hot tub

Unbelievable mountain views! Situated at the summit of Melrose Mountain, this exquisite mountain home provides unparalleled mountain views, first-class accommodations, a Hot tub, a well-equipped kitchen, a pool table, fire pit, secluded in a gated community only 15 minutes from downtown Tryon. There is a swimming lake and a fishing lake for the Melrose Mountain community that you have full access located 1 mile from the house. EV Charging Onsite

Amazing Lakefront home with private NEW dock

Relax with your whole crew in a peaceful, secluded house right on the lake. Spend the days paddling around in the supplied canoes, jumping off the dock into the crystal clear water and floating to your hearts content. The only sounds you will hear is the waterfall across the way and the streams that run on each side of the house. In the evenings enjoy dinner on the deck, drinks by the fire pit, and relaxing in the hot tub.