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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14362.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Topton, NC
  • Nantahala River
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Nantahala Lake
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Lakes End Marina
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

+2
6 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Downstairs Suite

1 King Bed

loft

1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms

Bath 3/ Down Stairs for Lake Front King Bedroom /Private Full Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 1/ Main Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2/ Main Floor

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4/ Upstairs Adjacent to King Bedroom and Twin Bunk Room

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Direct Lakefront 5BR/ 4B Spectacular Mt & Lake front Views - Satellite and Wifi

The Private and Secure Community of Nantahala Highlands is home to our vacation property, Driftwood Cove. This is a Serene, Peaceful, lakefront home on Pristine Lake Nantahala. Swim, boat, play, and fish in the lake - Large Private dock for easy access and relaxation!
Boat Rental Available if Rental guest is experienced boater...and Indemnity agreement Signed. (On a guest by Guest basis, pls)

"Driftwood Cove" is Uniquely Safe as this Cove is in a Protected Channel OFF the Lake and you can swim and boat with no interference from Main Channel Boaters...
Higher elevation (3000 Feet Above Sea Level) makes our lake refreshing and pleasant even during the summer heat .

We made the best even better- Just renovated in late 2021/2022 and I am doing so again Here in March 2021. New Kitchen Counters, Flooring, Bathrooms , Wine Cooler, Whirlpool Fridge and an (2nd) additional Laundry Room!
Freshly painted interior with new living room furniture, completed basement with new flooring and cool barn doors adds additional finished bonus space !
Back up Fridge for additional storage in Downstairs laundry space.

Scanoe on the Dock.

Our maximum occupancy is 14 guests including children...

Driftwood Cove is a Direct lakefront Vacation rental with a private dock in the gated community of Nantahala Highlands-
Majestic lake and mountain views await you from this beautiful 5 -bedroom, four-bath, vacation home! Our open loft adds additional sleeping options and a comfortable seating area.

Our home is spacious and well cared for with nice country chic decor!
Lots of decking with outdoor seating options.
We want our guests to know that their vacation enjoyment during their stay at Driftwood Cove is important to us - we strive to provide a home that is clean and true to what is represented in our listing.

Reserve this Lakefront Home which is nestled in a private cove, in the central part of pristine Lake Nantahala, in the mountains of Southwest North Carolina.

House Layout:

Our floor plan is spacious - we have 3 levels. Pull into our driveway for easy access directly to the front door on the main level.

Main floor:Hallway leads to our huge open family room. 2 Story walls of glass windows in the family room afford you a panoramic mountain and lake view. Pine cathedral ceilings and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace add to that mountain home feel. Wooden Floors in all main living spaces and new sectional sofa.
To the right of the family room is the dining area with a beautiful rustic table with room for 10 . Double French doors lead to the enclosed screened-in lanai for additional seating options.
The kitchen is fully equipped with lots of cabinet space, dishwasher, oven, microwave and Refrigerator, Wine Fridge as well.
The kitchen Countertop Bar area sits an additional 4 people.
2 Full bathrooms on main floor plus 2 bedrooms off the hallway.
Bedroom one has private bath / queen bed, bedroom 2 faces lake /queen bed.
Our decor is rustic with soothing colors for a fresh clean vibe.

Level 2:
Upstairs there is an open loft with more seating options and a pull-out sofa with a queen folding bed.
The bedroom to the left has 5 individual twin beds, the other bedroom has 2 twins and one KING mattress. There is also a full bathroom upstairs.

Lower level:
The basement is completely finished with large open 2nd living room area, TV connection for video games , high top bar with chess and checker game top built in , second room has Ping Pong table - challenge your friends to a game of ping pong or just take time to relax and play a few board games. The basement also has incredible views of the lake and mountains.
There is also an additional full bathroom in the basement. New vinyl wood tone flooring installed in 2017 plus rustic style custom barn doors. Laundry room is available for guest usage.

Outdoor amenities:
Plenty of space to relax ,,,there 2 outdoor decks plus an enclosed screened in porch. Charcoal grill and picnic table on upper deck. Outdoor stairs allow easy access to our private Lakefront dock. Boat rentals are available at a nearby marina or you can bring your own boat and dock it right at the house. Our cove allows for a perfect area to swim and fish off the dock.
We also offer use of a "canoe" which is included with the house rental.
We love our location on the lake - we are in a private open cove area off the main channel of the lake, that provides a safe accessible area for swimming , no direct boat traffic or jet skis zipping by while your on the dock or playing in the lake.

Actually the lake itself is not commercial - there isn't a lot of boat traffic but still boating and jet skiing, tubing is an fun activity on Lake Nantahala and our dock is protected from wakes and boats passing too close,,,
Launch your own boat in the public boat ramp close to the house (ask homeowners for information ) or rent a boat from the 2 nearby boat rentals facilities. Dock can accommodate multi boats and watercraft. Fish up the river or hire a fly fishing guide.

Perfect for a family reunion or get-away with friends. C The house is equipped with Satellite TV, VCR, DVD, games and videos for your enjoyment and WiFi Internet access.

Go for a swim, explore the waterfalls, hike Wayah Bold Mt. views of 5 different states from observation tower, fish at the local Trout Farm or just relax and watch the wildlife. Head to Lakes End for dinner and family fun. There are great gravel roadways to walk in community - also close to Bartram and Appalachian Trails .
We are located close to Whitewater rafting on the Nantahala River, tubing, the Cherokee Indian Reserve, and the Great Smoky Mountain State Park. Lake Nantahala - Land of the Noon Day Sun's undiscovered beauty is surrounded mostly by the Nantahala Forest Preserve and some private homes . You will love the peacefulness of area and beauty of the lake. Lake Nantahala is one of the most picturesque lakes in Southeast offering 42 miles of shoreline to explore!
Activities:
The Nantahala area has a lot of activities to offer families. The Mountainside Theater is located about 45 minutes away in the heart of Cherokee Indian Country. The theater is famous for its production of “Unto These Hills”, which is a live re-enactment of the story behind the Cherokee Indian historic “Trail of Tears” journey. Or, hop aboard the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad for your choice of scenic family train rides or romantic gourmet dining. The Railroad also presents a Mystery Theater dinner on select Friday nights.

Outdoor enthusiasts will love the nearby offerings of The Nantahala Outdoors center - white water rafting, mountain biking, skiing, and hiking. If you are adventurous you must go rafting down the Nantahala River. . And, the Tsali Recreation Area is fast becoming a “Mecca” for lovers of mountain biking. Hikers of all ages will appreciate the world famous Appalachian Trial, which you can pick up with a short drive from home. You also don’t want to miss a drive up to the top of Wayah Bald, which offers stunning views for miles of the Western North Carolina landscape. There are also horseback riding options in the area.
Driftwood Cove has Frontier WiFi internet available

Keywords: Lakefront, Cabin, lake house, nantahala home, lakehouse, lake, water front, Nantahala lake,

Property manager

Michael F. (Mike) Shields

Languages

English, French

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Kitchen
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Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:00 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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
1 Dog up to 25 lbs with fee -Need pre approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside the home.
See our guidelines document for your review- 30 days prior to check in you can cancel with 100% refund
Small-Med Size dogs only, pets must be pre approved prior to stay! I LOVE Dogs but pet fee and pet agreement pls..
4 night min in required

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Topton

Located in Topton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lakes End Marina and Wilson Lick Ranger Station are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nantahala National Forest and Nantahala River. Travelling with kids? Consider Parker Meadows Park and Ferebee Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Topton, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala River - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nantahala Lake - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lakes End Marina - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Wilson Lick Ranger Station - 19 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Appalachian Rivers Raft Company - 28 min drive - 24.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakes End Marina - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lakes End Roofing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fire Ant Grill - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Direct Lakefront 5BR/ 4B Spectacular Mt & Lake front Views - Satellite and Wifi pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Direct Lakefront 5BR/ 4B Spectacular Mt & Lake front Views - Satellite and Wifi?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Direct Lakefront 5BR/ 4B Spectacular Mt & Lake front Views - Satellite and Wifi?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Direct Lakefront 5BR/ 4B Spectacular Mt & Lake front Views - Satellite and Wifi located?

This family-friendly Topton holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 5-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Nantahala River. Nantahala Lake is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Get Away
Enjoyed the house and the lake. Very Nice location.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicole s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family trip
House is great but location is spectacular
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Olga D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfull!
Everything was just great! We found everything we needed, beautiful house, great location, great views!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

sharon g., SALTER PATH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a great time on the lake. Great time had by all
renting was very easy and owners answer all your questions .
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Juliana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!!
The location of the house, the view, the lake, from the beginning (reservation) to the end it was a great experience, Mike (owner) was always a message away from us to help. We rented a boat from the marina for our stay (a must to fully enjoy the lake), very peaceful, a great place to recharge energy and connect with nature!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation
My family and I had a GREAT time at the Driftwood Cove lake house. The house and the lake were awesome!!!! There is nothing like waking up in the morning and having coffee on the porch of the house over looking the lake gearing up for the rest of the day. We rented a pontoon boat and a jet ski for the week from Lakes End Marina and the lake house came with a canoe, the kids nor the adults were ever bored and the lake is crystal clear. Over all a GREAT vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

traceyandken L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely lake home
This was a great place to stay. The house is stocked well, clean, and also comfortable. We had a nice quiet relaxing winter week, spent Christmas with three generations by the wonderful fireplace. The only thing I would add for winter renting is a hot tub, but that is not completely necessary either. Thanks so much.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of my favorite rentals
This is the second time we’ve stayed on this property. The house is clean, well-equipped, and the owners are helpful and communicative. The location of this house on Lake Nantahala is also pretty prefect. From here one can easily canoe to both ends of the lake. Across the lake is Forest Service land, so your view is unobstructed by other houses. The availability of a canoe, paddles, and PFDs lets you travel light. There are also lots of beds in the house so invite family and friends to enjoy this idyllic retreat with you!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great week of relaxation at a beautiful rental property.
A really great property on a fantastic part of the lake. The house was spacious and the kitchen was very well stocked as other reviews stated. There were details that went above and beyond - hand soaps were provided at every sink. Spice cabinet was full, and so much more was provided in the kitchen than a usual rental. So many size options for life jackets, 2 canoes, a nice dock and great swimming cove! We loved the fact that there were so many steps from the dock to the house which kept us in shape even on vacation. The lake is so clean and clear and it was definitely worth having a boat rental for the week! We had one day of rain so the chess table, ping pong table and checkers were heavily used. Highly recommend and we would definitely like to go back sometime!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2nd Stay - Amazing!!!
This is the best house on the lake! We have been coming to the lake 10+ years. Three families from three different states. Plenty of space for all! We have stayed at this house before and there have been several wonderful additions to the house (was spectacular before). Updated bathrooms, new furniture (although not needed), lots of games, water floats, life jackets, canoe, kitchen accessories (anything you need), bottom floor set for teenagers, college students or young kids (lots to do for entertainment). Pull right up to the front door and bring groceries in on flat ground. View of the lake spectacular sitting on screened in back porch for grandparents that can't make it down to the lake! Can't say enough wonderful things about this house and the owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

victoria l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lake, Comfortable and Spacious House
The location is toward the back of a quiet cove and the view is spectacular. The house was very comfortable for our family of 11, which included ages from 9-68. I especially loved the screened in porch overlooking the lake. We rented a boat from Nantahala Lake Marine and highly recommend this company. Although we loved every minute of this trip, it may not be for everyone. Note that there are 70+ steps from the house down to the dock, the drive to the house is on a narrow, winding road, and the driveway is very steep. For our family, none of these points mattered because the privacy and beauty of the area made this vacation one of our favorites. The house was not as clean as other rentals we have used in the past. The cookware was very worn and not of good quality, so I suggest bringing your own if you plan to cook meals in the home. The oven was in dire need of cleaning. That being said, the local house manager was very kind and checked in on us a few times during the week. He was aware of the items we felt were in need of cleaning and repair. We would consider renting this home again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Child delight, up stairs and down, water toys, boats, fun for all familyily
This spacious 3 level home offered 3 separate accommodations for the 3 families.2 laundry rooms made it convenient .Lots of quiet corners for reading or quiet play for small children.Plenty of space for little ones to chase each other. Huge couches offered ample spaces for more play and of course for adults to sit comfortably to enjoy a fire..Walls of windows offered magnificent views,kitchen is spacious for 4+ cooks to work together.Stairs inside and especially to the dock provided strengthening exercise to make up for absence at the gym. The children enjoyed the toys, and especially the paddle boat and kayak provided.. The grill on the deck was large enough to cook plenty of chicken for all 11 of us.We rented a pantoon for the week and took 3 trips daily. Sunset cruises were beautiful with full moon. The lake offers so many activities...swing from a rock, waterfall walks even my 80 yr. old spouse managed to climb, jump from a high rock, fishing for trout and bass was very rewarding on a river near by. The marina rents tubes to pull children on. Kids said this was like a great dream they woke up from.Our family has memories to remember a lifetime of pure fun and delight.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teri R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation Home
We loved our vacation at Driftwood Cove. My husband & I came with our three adult children, son’s girlfriend, daughter’s husband and 2 grandsons, aged 4 & 18 months. The home had plenty of space for all of us to enjoy. We loved the canoe and paddle boat and sitting on the dock enjoying the fall colors. We played games in the basement and living room and cooked all our meals in the house. We watched two football games (Go Chicago Bears!) and movies. We hiked, so many beautiful hikes in the area with waterfalls, many easy enough for the 4 year old and my daughter with the 18 month old in a backpack. (Check out All Trails App) We rented a boat from Nantahala Shores Boat Rentals. They brought the boat the night before and picked it up in the evening. The lake is calm and easy to get around. We hiked the falls across the lake twice, going up further the second time to a beautiful waterfall. We went twice to Wayah Bald observation tower, gorgeous views! On a rainy day, we went to Nantahala Outdoor Center, stopping first to get coffee at Cardinal Coffee in Bryson City - a bit further than NOC, but worth it! We got used to the winding roads we would be driving for the week on our way in, driving the Tail of the Dragon US129, that was a surprise! So fun to drive and see the motorcycles and cars driving this roadway. We planned for a long drive to the grocery store by bringing food for the first day and then going to the store the second day. The scenery in the area is beautiful and the home was great. Thanks, Karen & Mike!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Lora D.

Lake Life
House was decorated nice, clean. The house had an ant problem within the kitchen. You could not prepare food on the counters without keeping an eye out for ants. No ant spray to be found. We left 2 days prior due to the air conditioning not working properly. My children slept on the couch downstairs. If you want to barbecue here, no propane so bring charcoal. That might be a regulatory issue, but would be nice to know that in advance. No cell service either unless you go into town which is 35 minutes. Owner provides minimal service for a price. If you have a larger group staying, be prepared for that. I have four children, we used no service while in the house. Keep in mind this is in the mountains. Those not good with heights or stairs might want to be prepared for many stairs to get to the lake. Roads are extremely narrow, would suggest coming in the daytime. The lake was beautiful, clean. House is not equipped with rafts or floats, I brought my own. House has a canoe, had an inflatable raft tied to the dock that was very low on air, obviously the children aren't using that. There is a ping pong table downstairs for the children to use. You can rent a boat, paddle boards etc a few miles up from the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Chele H., Winter Park

5-star location, 3-star house, 1-star hospitality
5-star Location The location is remote and beautiful. Gorgeous mountains cascading down into a beautiful lake. It takes a lovely long and winding mountain road to get to the house. The lake is massive, incredibly fun, and has a marina (Lake's End) that will rent boats and has a delicious restaurant. The only downside (or upside, depending on your perspective) is that there is no cell service in the area for many miles. 3-star house The house is very attractive. There are 3 adult bedrooms and 1 bunk room with 5 twin beds. The TV room and dining area are comfortable and have a great view of the lake. There are many downsides, though. The driveway is steep on both sides and there's not much room for parking. The house sits high above the lake and there are 74 steps down to the lake (you will have burning thighs after each trip up to the house). The kitchen was not well-outfitted. In particular, there were all of 3 wine glasses, the knives were so dull they were unusable and the refrigerator was falling apart. There is a semi-finished basement but it has really old furniture and a cement floor so it is not a space where anyone wanted to spend time. There were ants all over the kitchen and bathrooms, notes from previous renters about the ants, and the owner was defensive about the problem when contacted. The HVAC was not working properly and we had to do some maintenance on it and, again, the owner did not seem concerned. There is no garbage service and we had to place our garbage bags on the downstair balcony in cans which made the balcony smelly, useless and kind of gross as we walked by it to and from the dock. 2-star Hospitality The owner advertises that the house has internet and wi-fi but what he does not say is that it is available by satellite only for a fee of $10 per MB. We spent the entire week trying to conserve our usage because we were so afraid of the fees. The house is not supplied well (one towel per person, very little toilet paper or other basics) and the nearest grocery is 30 minutes away. The dryer takes ages to work. The garbage situation was exacerbated by the fact that, apparently, the owner expected us to haul our garbage to the dump and sent us an annoyed message after we left that the cleaning people had to haul our garbage and then he charged us a $35 hauling fee. Summary The owner is offering a luxury house but treating guests like budget travelers.

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Everything was great! Nice house with plenty of room for family and kids. Beautiful view of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

stewart r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip
It was all perfect
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful lake front home
The home is located on a beautiful lake, and we enjoyed taking the canoe out in the evening. The property is close to great hiking as well. If you are looking for a peaceful place to stay, this is it. Of course, the quiet and calm means you are an hour drive to highland. There is a small restaurant nearby, otherwise you will cook in which we enjoyed. The home is large and comfortable. The owner is making a few update that will make the property even better.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keltsie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Topton lake house
Enjoyed our stay on Lake Nantahala. Home was well stocked with plenty of space. Driveway was one of the better (easy to navigate) ones in the neighborhood. Would definitely recommend to others.

10/10 Excellent

Gail E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation!
Driftwood Cove was the perfect spot for our family vacation. The family group included grandparents, adult children and grandchildren. The layout of the house was comfortable and the view was spectacular. The downstairs was a perfect spot for the children to play games and to just hangout when we weren't enjoying the lake. The dock is tucked away in a cove which provides a safer spot for the kids to swim and to ride around on the paddle boat provided. I highly recommend renting a boat from Lakes End Marina for at least part of your stay. That was a big hit with everyone in the family. One of the highlights was hiking up to a waterfall on the lake that you can only reach by boat. There are a lot of steps down to the dock but it didn't bother anyone in our family. It's easy to stop and take a breather at the landings if needed. We hope to return again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Philip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time
We had a fabulous time! House was laid out so age groups could separate. Great game area, nice steps to dock and loved the screened in porch. Would go again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

4/10 Poor

The Henry F.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Fantastic view, but that's it! Owner not responsive to complaint!
We received an email after booking, from the host asking if it was ok if one of the main floor bathrooms could be grouted while we were there. Given what we paid for 4 nights, we wanted the place to ourselves and replied we would prefer no-one else at the house. This place is advertised as 4 bathrooms, we expected the bathrooms to be functioning. We arrived to discover it was not mere grouting, both bathrooms on the main floor were being remodeled. One bathroom was completely unusable with a pipe sticking out of the ceiling where the shower should be, obviously no shower faucet, visible wiring which my 5 year old attempted to grab and play with. The second bathroom on that floor included bare drywall in the shower, outside of the shower and again exposed electrical wires. In the main bedroom on the top floor there was a pillow sticking out of the wall/ceiling where someone was attempting to make the other side of the wall a washroom. That's right, you did not miss-read - a pillow!!! Before we chose this house, we read the reviews. One guy mentioned cobwebs. The owner contacted us to state that the house had been cleaned before we got there. Needless to say there were cobwebs on the ceiling and ants (the large kind) literally everywhere on the main floor and a few upstairs in the kids bedroom. Some were dead and had been there for a while.. The fridge-freezer hadn't obviously been replaced in some years as it wasn't cooling properly. The front of it (water dispenser) had a couple of screws holding it on. On the first day my wife sent three text messages highlighting the items we were finding saying "we had some concerns". We received a text message stating "if you wish to leave, let me know, I am not offering any further discounts, you are looking for things to be wrong". We hadn't received any discount, mentioned refunds or money at that time so were literally astonished. We decided to get on with things as we were 600 miles from home. I called him and spoke about the fact that we were merely providing feedback, he offered an extra day which we accepted. We then got back to the house to hear he had called the house and spoken to my mother in law and stated that we were "harassing" him. The final straw, we decided to leave on the Friday planned (just before he texted saying the extra day was a no go). Beware, the host is very difficult and the house inside is an equivalent 2 * hotel. Photos anyone?

10/10 Excellent

Bill R., Mason, OH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property, Great Owner
Our family really enjoyed our stay. The owner was great to deal with and communicated extremely well. The property is well equipped, we needed nothing to enjoy our stay. The lake is beautiful and a lot of fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fall visit
Really enjoyed our time on the lake as the trees were turning colors. Very beautiful and quiet this time of the year. Property was in great shape and very accommodating for our 2 families.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
September 2019
Our nephew's wedding was the main purpose of our vacation at Lake Nantahala. This property was the perfect choice as it was only a few miles from the venue. The house was nicely furnished and well equipped. We enjoyed use of the canoe, paddle boat and ping pong table. Most of all we enjoyed being in such a peaceful location surrounded by nature. It was one of the most relaxing vacations we ever have had.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Michael F. (Mike) Shields

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We are Floridians and Georgians that fell in love with the serenity of the mountains and Lake Nantahala - its an undiscovered gem - beautiful and peaceful.

Why they chose this property

The location is unique, high elevation , clear clean lake, national forests surrounds half the lake, not a lot of boat traffic, close to whitewater rafting and hiking areas. There are very few pest bugs at this elevation. It is always 10 degrees cooler than Atlanta!

What makes this property unique

Lakefront with private boat dock. Love the ability to canoe around the cove area. The living room has a wall of glass and the minute you walk into the house there is a view of lake and mountains ,,, the water front is serene and unspoiled , not a lot of commercial areas yet not isolated . You have access to gravel roads for a great walk around the lake front for miles. There is a hidden waterfall across the lake - we enjoy boating there and walking the path to the falls, taking a swim in the brisk mountain water.

Languages:

English, French