Perfect for Polar Express Families! Relaxing Mountain House, Gorgeous Views

Outdoor dining
Interior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Exterior
9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(115 Ratings)

House in Fontana Lake, NC

10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this house rental

Our High Valley House is a wonderful place that has been our family home for the last 20+ years. Love at first site is what made us buy it and will make you glad that you are here. Sit in the porch swing or hammock and take in the miles-long view, or enjoy it through the huge windows that surround the house. Better yet, join up around the fire-pit or soak in the hot tub. Easy access to a 4-lane Highway, but very secluded. Close to the NOC, whitewater, Tsali mountain biking, Appalachian Trail, Lake Fontana, Tail of the Dragon for motorcycles, Smoky Mountain National Park, and the Cherokee Casino.

The house layout works great for separating the guests. The master bedroom is on the main level with a Queen bed and the jetted tub with windows to the world. Downstairs, there is the King bedroom, the Double bedroom, and a Kids room with a dual twin bed trundle. There is also a separate full bathroom and laundry downstairs. Outside exits from both ends of the downstairs give you easy access to the yard and hot tub. You can relax upstairs and put the kids and in-laws downstairs, or switch. Everyone can re-group on the main level with the open kitchen that is great for visiting and enjoying the views out the over-size windows.

If you are in the area to ride your motorcycle on the amazing mountain roads, this house will make a great central base for exploring. There is a huge covered area under the front deck that you can ride into and out of. There is only a short stretch of level gravel road coming into the neighborhood, otherwise all pavement access including the driveway.

Cyclists will appreciate the covered bike wash area to work on and leave their bikes

Fisherman will enjoy the easy access to the Nantahala and Little Tennessee Rivers and Lake Fontana.

There are great quiet walks right from the house and folks with a little adventure can even hike all the way down to the Nature Conservancy tracts of the Needmore Tract on the Little Tennessee River.

All this, yet the house is very easy to access and is only 15 minutes from Bryson City.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly

Map of Fontana Lake, NC

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Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10.0
Outstanding(115 Ratings)
Summary of reviews
Guests loved the stunning mountain views, clean & spacious house, well-equipped kitchen, relaxing hot tub, and responsive owner. Convenient location for outdoor activities and local attractions. Planning to return!
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
As always, Kent and Susan have made our stay here wonderful. The place is clean and cozy with the best veiw of the valley.
10.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
We loved everything about this place! It was so clean and homey. We spent mornings in the porch in the swing and in the hammock watching the sun come up and enjoying the spectacular view. The home has plenty of space and our family of 7 had lots of room to spread out. The host was easy to communicate with . We highly recommend this home and are so grateful to our hosts for making it available.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
We had a FABULOUS time staying in this beautiful home. Kent was such a great host! My wife and I had planned this weekend getaway for whitewater rafting at the NOC (only 11 minutes from the house) with her parents, our two children ages 10 and 8, and our 2 yr old Golden Retriever. The house was just perfect for our stay. Very clean, spacious, beautiful mountain views, and the A/C kept the house nice and cool even in those hot 90+ degree days in mid-July. The dam went down for unplanned maintenance on the day of our rafting trip, but Kent was very flexible and helpful in working with us to accommodate our adjusted schedule. Excellent communication, quick, clear, and overall great experience. Thanks so much! Highly recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
Kent was awesome and very communicative. Close to the national park and Bryson city shops. Cardinal coffee just down the road is a must in the morning!
8.0 / 10.0
Jun 2024
We enjoyed the view, swing and hot tub. The host was very friendly and helpful. It was close to everything but in the woods so there wasn’t a lot of noise. It was also pretty clean. It definitely could use some remodeling though. Several doors not working properly and was a little musty smelling. But overall we would stay here again.
10.0 / 10.0
Sep 2023
This is our 5th or 6th time renting this property. It is always clean and well maintained. The view is incredible as we always start our day drinking coffee on the porch enjoying the sun coming up over the mountain. We usually end our day on the porch or in the hot tub watching the sun set. The house is conveniently located to all the roads any Harley rider would want to take as well as all the surrounding cities to visit such as Bryson, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg ect. I highly recommend High Valley.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2023
Property had a great view and very convenient to Bryson city and the Nantahala.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2023
Our family (Parents plus 23, 20, & 17 yr old) thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property! There was plenty of space for us to enjoy dinner and games at the dining room table, yet our own quiet spaces to relax. The was just about everything we needed in the kitchen, and loved the open concept so that we could talk while we were cooking/cleaning up. The porch swing and hammock are perfect places to relax with a book or headphones. It was very quiet outdoors; rarely did we hear other cars or people. The view is just incredible. Be sure to look up at the night sky; so many stars to see. The owners have kept up with this house, and it is beautifully furnished. No issues with hot water or anything else during our stay. Kent even contacted us that the wifi was going to be down one of the nights we were there, and we had no issues with it. The driveway is steep, but no issues with it. There's even space for you to back into the spots at the top. All 5 of us want to go back, and I have zero reservations about booking this house again. Thank you Kent!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Fontana Lake?

The average price for a rental in Fontana Lake is $218 per night. This rental is $31 above the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Perfect for Polar Express Families! Relaxing Mountain House, Gorgeous Views. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Perfect for Polar Express Families! Relaxing Mountain House, Gorgeous Views pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Perfect for Polar Express Families! Relaxing Mountain House, Gorgeous Views?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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