Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly, Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly
Cabin in Stecoah, NC
10 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 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 cabin rental
It's holiday magic time in the mountains. Come and experience the polar express train ride in Bryson City!!
**Helene update: We escaped the flooding that happened in the Asheville area.
Welcome to Mallard Cove, your perfect escape nestled in the woods yet conveniently close to everything! This spacious cabin, set on over 3 acres, offers a serene lakeside experience while being part of the popular Tobacco Branch Village. Enjoy private access to a 5+ acre lake right from the property—ideal for fishing, kayaking, or just soaking in the natural beauty.
Charming Cabin Features:
Main Level: Relax in the cozy 2 story living room with a wood burning fireplace, or whip up a meal in the well-equipped kitchen and dining area. Enjoy the comfort of the master bedroom with an ensuite bath, or take in the fresh air on the large covered porch and front deck.
Upper Level: The upper floor features two additional bedrooms and a shared bath, offering more space for family or friends.
Lower Level: A completely separate apartment with one bedroom, living room and eat in kitchen. This level also houses the washer and dryer. It can be closed off for privacy with a door on the main level.
Outdoor Fun: Grill up some delicious meals on the charcoal BBQ or gather around the fire pit for s'mores and storytelling under the stars
Community Amenities for Endless Enjoyment: Mallard Cove is located in a community that offers fantastic amenities, including:
A pavilion for family outings.
Two shuffleboard courts to entertain everyone after a day of exploring.
A large open field for games, playing with your dog, and relaxation.
A small lake perfect for fishing, kayaking, or swimming, or just sitting on one of the benches on the floating dock to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Prime Location – Close to All the Best Attractions!
5 Minutes: Fontana Lake, with 29 miles of scenic shoreline for swimming, water-skiing, fishing, and boating.
5 Minutes: Tsali Recreation Area's famous mountain biking trails.
15 Minutes: Nantahala Outdoor Center for kayaking, rafting, zip-lining, and horseback riding!
15 Minutes: Explore Bryson City for restaurants, shopping, and the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad.
20 Minutes: River tubing at Deep Creek or try your luck at the Cherokee Casino with top-name music performers.
25 Minutes: Visit Fontana Dam, the “Tail of the Dragon,” and numerous charming mountain towns like Waynesville, Sylva, and Cherokee.
Pet-Friendly Paradise!We love dogs and welcome you to bring your furry friends to Mallard Cove! Please let us know the number, type, and a bit about your dogs when booking. To keep this pet-friendly perk available, we ask that you follow our simple rules:
No dogs on furniture or in bedrooms.
Keep barking to a minimum and always leash your dog in community areas.
Clean up after your pet, crate them at night, and when unattended.
There is a $60 pet fee per dog, per stay. If undeclared, a fee of $450 will be charged.
Ready to Book Your Dream Getaway?Don’t miss out on the ultimate lakeside mountain experience at Mallard Cove! Whether you’re looking for adventure or tranquility, this cabin offers it all. Reserve your dates now and enjoy the best of Western North Carolina! 🌲🏞️
**Helene update: We escaped the flooding that happened in the Asheville area.
Welcome to Mallard Cove, your perfect escape nestled in the woods yet conveniently close to everything! This spacious cabin, set on over 3 acres, offers a serene lakeside experience while being part of the popular Tobacco Branch Village. Enjoy private access to a 5+ acre lake right from the property—ideal for fishing, kayaking, or just soaking in the natural beauty.
Charming Cabin Features:
Main Level: Relax in the cozy 2 story living room with a wood burning fireplace, or whip up a meal in the well-equipped kitchen and dining area. Enjoy the comfort of the master bedroom with an ensuite bath, or take in the fresh air on the large covered porch and front deck.
Upper Level: The upper floor features two additional bedrooms and a shared bath, offering more space for family or friends.
Lower Level: A completely separate apartment with one bedroom, living room and eat in kitchen. This level also houses the washer and dryer. It can be closed off for privacy with a door on the main level.
Outdoor Fun: Grill up some delicious meals on the charcoal BBQ or gather around the fire pit for s'mores and storytelling under the stars
Community Amenities for Endless Enjoyment: Mallard Cove is located in a community that offers fantastic amenities, including:
A pavilion for family outings.
Two shuffleboard courts to entertain everyone after a day of exploring.
A large open field for games, playing with your dog, and relaxation.
A small lake perfect for fishing, kayaking, or swimming, or just sitting on one of the benches on the floating dock to enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Prime Location – Close to All the Best Attractions!
5 Minutes: Fontana Lake, with 29 miles of scenic shoreline for swimming, water-skiing, fishing, and boating.
5 Minutes: Tsali Recreation Area's famous mountain biking trails.
15 Minutes: Nantahala Outdoor Center for kayaking, rafting, zip-lining, and horseback riding!
15 Minutes: Explore Bryson City for restaurants, shopping, and the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad.
20 Minutes: River tubing at Deep Creek or try your luck at the Cherokee Casino with top-name music performers.
25 Minutes: Visit Fontana Dam, the “Tail of the Dragon,” and numerous charming mountain towns like Waynesville, Sylva, and Cherokee.
Pet-Friendly Paradise!We love dogs and welcome you to bring your furry friends to Mallard Cove! Please let us know the number, type, and a bit about your dogs when booking. To keep this pet-friendly perk available, we ask that you follow our simple rules:
No dogs on furniture or in bedrooms.
Keep barking to a minimum and always leash your dog in community areas.
Clean up after your pet, crate them at night, and when unattended.
There is a $60 pet fee per dog, per stay. If undeclared, a fee of $450 will be charged.
Ready to Book Your Dream Getaway?Don’t miss out on the ultimate lakeside mountain experience at Mallard Cove! Whether you’re looking for adventure or tranquility, this cabin offers it all. Reserve your dates now and enjoy the best of Western North Carolina! 🌲🏞️
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
TV
Map of Stecoah, NC
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Reviews
5.0
House is very nice, clean.
Communication with the host was great.
Unfortunately the internet reliability and speed was not great and we had to cut our stay there short because of it.
5.0
Pleasant - cozy - safe- clean - convenient to white water rafting (WildWater Rafting)
5.0
We would def stay here again. Great cozy getaway with perfect views and pond to enjoy. House was clean and well stocked. Owners were very available with assistance.
5.0
Had everything we needed to be comfortable
4.0
We had a great stay. Only complaint is there was only decaf coffee available.
5.0
We couldn’t have asked for a better place to gather with family! The house was spacious and comfortable and very clean! We loved the pond and surrounding area! Swimming, fishing, fellowship and a little piece of heaven to enjoy!! We will definitely return!
5.0
The house was very clean and well stocked. The owners respond right away if you need anything or have questions.
The location was perfectly centered for all activities. We did white water rafting , kayaking and swimming at lake Fontana, while my husband enjoyed the tail of the dragon. All of which is in close proximity to the house.
Our family consists of adults, teens, young adults and everyone had a wonderful stay.
We make this trip yearly and I look forward to staying at Mallard Cove again.
5.0
Very nice house. Great location. The men and kids loved the fishing right down the hill. We were able to park all three vehicles side by side, just back them in. We would rent again.
5.0
The house was very clean, well stocked and large enough for our family of 5 and dog to have plenty of space. The view was beautiful and we enjoyed swimming in the private lake. The owners are very helpful and it was overall a great experience.
5.0
Great
5.0
We had a great week at this property. Had everything we needed and it was a great location to see all the Smokey Mountain activities! Grandkids loved the pond!
5.0
Location was great check-in was good house was great for our family
5.0
This place was perfect for our family. We had 6 adults 2 children ages 5 and 3 and 2 infants under 2. There were 3 levels which gave each family their own space but also the main level which was great for gathering during the day. Patrick was easy to contact and quick to respond. I would recommend this place for any family gathering.
5.0
All good!
5.0
Parking is a bit of an issue. 1 car is okay 2 is manageable but 3 won't work. The house is very nice, comfortable and clean. Check-in was a bit stressful but it all worked out. I believe the pond has been over fished to the point of there not really being any fish in there which was a bit of a disappointment to some of our party. I would recommend this place to others.
5.0
Everything was awesome and quiet! It wasn't too far from everything we wanted to do, we fished, we shopped, we rode some of the good curvy roads. Fishing wasn't all that great because of the full moon. We had a great time overall. Thank you!
5.0
My wife and I really enjoyed the stay. We love this home.
We enjoyed it even with the rain, the perfect place to spend time.
The only thing we had an issue with is that all the beds have really firm mattresses. Really firm let me tell you.
Just be prepared for that if you stay.
5.0
Annual motorcycle trip
The home is beautiful and in a good location for the motorcycle riding we intended to do. Extremely peaceful and quiet. Very enjoyable to sit on the deck having coffee while overlooking the pond.
Bryson City being only 15 min away has everything we needed for supplies.
Gravel road to house has several tight turns and is quite steep which got a bit washed out with the rains during our visit. Not very suited for big motorcycles but we were able to make arrangements to park our bikes next door. Real nice neighbor.
Overall a very nice place. Would highly recommend.
5.0
Super relaxing....
Everything was great. It was super peaceful and secluded but also close enough to go tubing and to the lake. It was a relaxing weekend just being able to sit and watch nature. It was perfect..
5.0
Great Vacation - Great house on a pond!
Such a fun house conveniently located to multiple fun things to do!
5.0
Great little getaway
Everything was as listed in the add. If or when I return to ride Tail of the Dragon at Deals Gap I will stay here again. Had everything we needed. Tucked away in the mountain with a private lake that had a dock for fishing or swimming. The grounds were very well maintained. Even the dirt roads were maintained no potholes or ditches. Was a bit challenging getting out 4 door f350 with dual axle 20’ enclosed trailer back to the house but we made it. Hosts were friendly and readily available.
5.0
Almond home
This home was absolutely beautiful and we really enjoyed staying here. We loved sitting out back on the porch that looked over the pond! We felt right at home. Hopefully we can come back soon
5.0
Wonderful Stay
The house was more than amazing. It has everything you need during your stay. The fire pit added an extra level to our stay. The house is so private. We plan to come back again. Thank you host for their prompt responses.
Great stay at an amazing price.
5.0
Perfect Getaway for our Family of 8
Loved our stay at Mallard Cove, the home was wonderful and the perfect size for our family of 4 teenagers, parents and grandparents. The home had everything we needed and the Christmas decorations were lovely. The fireplace and rocking chairs on the deck were a fav, also the view of the pond and surrounding area was nice. The home was clean except for one issue, the stove had something spilled in the bottom of it, looked like grease, so we were unable to use it. Thankfully, there are two full kitchens so we were able to use the one downstairs. The hosts were very responsive, I had one question during our stay and they were quick to accommodate. I would recommend this home and would stay again!
5.0
Almond North Carolina cabin
Very nice and clean cabin.
5.0
Polar Express and More
We reserved this wonderful home away from home recently when traveling to Bryson City for the Polar Express. This is a beautiful property and is more beautiful than reflected in the photos. I would highly recommend this property if you are staying on the area.
5.0
Small Family Reunion
This place was very spacious and comfortable for our group of five. Great view of the lake and Mallard ducks from the back deck. Pasqualino’s Italian Restaurant in Bryson City was my favorite place to eat out. Next trip we will take a scenic ride on the Smoky Mountain Railroad. Lots of hikes not too far away, with lots of creeks and waterfalls.
5.0
Perfect mountain home
Very clean nice and warm loved the lake secluded perfect location!! Highly recommend!
5.0
Great Mountain Home for Large Family!
Our large family of 10 including toddlers to grandparents enjoyed the house so much. We planned a weekend to take the kids to the Polr Express train ride and couldn’t have found a better house. Communication from owners was prompt and the house was spotless. If ever back in the area, we will stay again!
5.0
Great getaway
This house was very remote with such great views. My family and I wanted to just getaway from everything and the hustle and bustle. This place was so quiet and relaxing. There was plenty of room for everyone to just spread out and enjoy themselves. We had 2 children under 2 and the lower area was perfect for them and their parents! They were able to take care of them without having to worry about bothering anyone else at night! The decks were great to just sit on and enjoy the sunrise in the morning while drinking our coffee. We were able to go over into Gatlinburg in just over an hour, but the scenery over the mountains made the trip seem so much shorter.
4.0
Awesome place
Very nice home. Secluded definitely a plus. Owners very polite and professional. Recommend Booking this home. We'll be booking again in the near future. Thank you
2.5
My three preteen kids and I stayed here for a week. We had had several tragedies in our family and we just needed to get away for a few days. We had a perfect week! The house was incredibly comfortable, well-stocked, clean, and beautiful. The woods and the view of the pond was magnificent and calming. It rained four out of the seven days we were there but that’s OK because we did a lot of sleeping and a lot of resting. Even the rain was beautiful to watch! The kitchens are stocked well and very clean with new appliances – I think a couple of the small appliances hadn’t even been used yet! It’s obvious the owners care about the property and the comfort of the guests. The bed in the bedroom is very firm, which I don’t always like, but I slept like a baby anyway. The bedrooms stayed very dark and I loved it! The kids also slept wonderfully. My son loved fishing in the pond, even if it was a half mile walk down the trail to get to the dock. (Sometimes he just went down to the grassy edge of the pond which was very close to the house. ) If I had to give a complaint, it was that the Internet/cellular was very spotty and we couldn’t get any local TV or regular channels. We had to rely on the Roku that was supplied, which was still okay. We weren’t there to watch TV, though! They did have a DVD player that worked fine upstairs. We would absolutely, 100% for sure stay here again. The kids are already asking when we can go back! Highly recommend. Thank you Marge!
5.0
Had the best time at this cabin it's away from the from everyone very peaceful
VERY CLEAN VERY PEACEFUL look forward to the next time we can stay here again
5.0
Great family get away - comfortable+ loved the pond!
What a perfect family get away home, with a peaceful wooded setting. We had 3 generations/ 3 families. Each family had its own floor. There was plenty of space to gather as a family of 8, while still having space for quiet as needed.
The front, back, and lower porches all good plenty of use. The pond was a great asset for those of us learning to paddle board, and for the children to develop beginning kayaking skills.
Great hosts, great home, wonderful get away spot! We loved having main and lower floor living spaces.
If you are bringing young children, remember to pack the cups, plates, utensils they'll need. Otherwise, the home had everything you will need.
Looking forward to our next stay!
5.0
Incredibly comfortable
My three preteen kids and I stayed here for a week. We had had several tragedies in our family and we just needed to get away for a few days. We had a perfect week! The house was incredibly comfortable, well-stocked, clean, and beautiful. The woods and the view of the pond was magnificent and calming. It rained four out of the seven days we were there but that’s OK because we did a lot of sleeping and a lot of resting. Even the rain was beautiful to watch! The kitchens are stocked well and very clean with new appliances – I think a couple of the small appliances hadn’t even been used yet! It’s obvious the owners care about the property and the comfort of the guests. The bed in the bedroom is very firm, which I don’t always like, but I slept like a baby anyway. The bedrooms stayed very dark and I loved it! The kids also slept wonderfully. My son loved fishing in the pond, even if it was a half mile walk down the trail to get to the dock. (Sometimes he just went down to the grassy edge of the pond which was very close to the house. ) If I had to give a complaint, it was that the Internet/cellular was very spotty and we couldn’t get any local TV or regular channels. We had to rely on the Roku that was supplied, which was still okay. We weren’t there to watch TV, though! They did have a DVD player that worked fine upstairs.
We would absolutely, 100% for sure stay here again. The kids are already asking when we can go back! Highly recommend. Thank you Marge!
2.5
My wife and I celebrated our 35th anniversary here and we had a wonderful stay in this beautiful location. If mountain solitude is what you are looking for then this is the place. From the walk through the woods to sitting on the back porch overlooking the pond...peaceful bliss. The host went out of their way to welcome us and communication was always timely. The house is clean and well-stocked. We can't wait to return with our whole family. Thank you again!!!!.Brad & Tammy
5.0
Mountain Solitude
My wife and I celebrated our 35th anniversary here and we had a wonderful stay in this beautiful location.
If mountain solitude is what you are looking for then this is the place. From the walk through the woods to sitting on the back porch overlooking the pond...peaceful bliss.
The host went out of their way to welcome us and communication was always timely. The house is clean and well-stocked. We can't wait to return with our whole family. Thank you again!!!!.
Brad & Tammy
5.0
Loved the peacefulness of this house and it had plenty of room.
We had 6 adults and a 9 yr old and out lab and had plenty of room. The house was very clean and we'll stocked for all our needs. Loved standing on the porch and watching the fish swim in the pond. Correspondence with the owners was smooth and all questions answered as well as instructions for check in and departure made very clear. Only thing I would change woukd be putting TVs in the bedroom but that's not a deal breaker. LOL. We would stay again
5.0
Excellent!
Staying here was a great experience. There was sufficient room for everyone and everyone to have their own space. The environment was great, very peaceful, and just perfect for a getaway.
FAQs
How much does this cabin cost compared to others in Stecoah?
The average price for a rental in Stecoah is $198 per night. This rental is $342 above the average.
Is parking included with this cabin?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly, Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cabin?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly, Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly pet friendly?
Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly, Mallard Cove - lakeside pet friendly?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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