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GREAT time for an Escape to Nature's Elegant Lakeside Mountain Retreat 6br/8bath

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Lakeside view of the Lake Lodge
Front View of the Lodge. Excellent parking provided, a rarity with mountain home
Miscellaneous
Catatoga Club House with Pool and Tennis Courts
View fr dock on left you can see part of the lodges roof line through the trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 12464.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Lake Toxaway, NC
  • Gorges State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lake Toxaway
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lake Jocassee
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Pickens, SC (LQK-Pickens County)
    ‪64 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

GREAT time for an Escape to Nature's Elegant Lakeside Mountain Retreat 6br/8bath

We’re pleased to share that Catatoga remains safe and undamaged after Hurricane Helene. Thankfully the property is in great condition and ready to welcome guests. Highway 64 is open, providing easy access to Catatoga without any issues.

If you’re seeking a peaceful retreat in the beautiful surroundings of North Carolina, look no further! Contact us today to book your stay and enjoy a worry-free getaway.

Escape to Nature's Elegant Lakeside Mountain Retreat, nestled in the Southern Highland Mountains of North Carolina, Catatoga Lake Lodge offers a sanctuary where tranquility and luxury meet amidst breathtaking natural beauty. This exclusive lakeside mountain retreat is perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Whether you're seeking a refreshing spring sojourn, a leisurely summer escape, or a cozy fall hideaway, our grand six-bedroom, eight-bathroom vacation home is ready to welcome you. The Lodge comfortably accommodates 12 adults and children, with additional sleeping arrangements on three plush sofas and the availability of pack-n-plays for the little ones. Our home is a favored destination for large family gatherings, cherished for its generous space and warm atmosphere.

Nestled within the scenic Catatoga community, the Lake Lodge sprawls over 5,000 square feet of sophisticated mountain elegance. Each of the six private bedroom suites, featuring five queen beds and one king-sized bed, includes a full PRIVATE bathroom and breathtaking views of Lake Catatoga. Select suites offer the luxury of private balconies, inviting you to immerse in the tranquil beauty that surrounds you, with each bedroom granting direct access to the outdoors – be it a deck, balcony, or porch. The lower level's covered porch, adorned with a stack stone fireplace, is nothing short of magical.
Step inside to discover a lodge that exudes warmth and welcoming charm, highlighted by 22-foot ceilings, two wood-burning fireplaces made of natural stacked stone, and balconies that gaze out over the serene lake. A fully-equipped professional kitchen awaits your culinary explorations, while a cozy library offers a peaceful retreat for relaxation. Outdoors, a lakeside patio equipped with a grill and fire pit becomes the perfect backdrop for memorable gatherings, complete with provided firewood, starter logs, and lighters.

Adventure seekers will find Catatoga a gateway to a plethora of outdoor activities, from swimming and tennis to exploring waterfalls and hiking nature trails. Anglers can look forward to fishing for trophy trout in Indian Creek's pristine waters. Although Catatoga is distinct from Lake Toxaway, boasting its own private 12-acre lake where only non-gas-powered boats are permitted, guests can enjoy the use of community-provided canoe, kayaks, paddleboards, and life jackets, or bring their own non-gas-powered vessels.
Access to the community clubhouse pools & tennis courts. With its four Har-Tru tennis courts and Olympic-sized swimming pool, adds another layer of luxury to your stay, though availability may vary due to maintenance or private events. The pool welcomes guests from Memorial Day through Labor Day, enriching your summer experience.

• Regular Rack Rate (RR): $895 per night, year-round. Weeknights may see reduced rates, excluding summer.
• Seasonal Offers:
• Winter (Jan - May 15): RR with a "3/1 bogo" offer buy 3 nights at RR, get the 4th night free. Last-minute specials and discounts for long-term winter rentals (up to 50% off for month-long stays).
• Summer (May 16 - Aug 15): RR with a 5-night minimum for Memorial Day weekend at $995, and a special rate of $1150 for the week of July 4th. Minimum 7-night rental for June and July, from Saturday to Saturday.
• Fall (Aug 16 - Dec 31): RR with "3/1 bogo" offer buy 3 nights at RR, get the 4th night free. Special rates of $995 for Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's, with a 5-night minimum, plus last-minute specials.

Embark on a journey to Catatoga Lake Lodge, where every detail is crafted to ensure your stay is not just a vacation, but a retreat into the heart of luxury and tranquility. Create memories that will last a lifetime in the picturesque Southern Highland Mountains.

Whether it's a winter retreat with significant savings for long-term stays or a bustling summer holiday booked well in advance, Catatoga Lake Lodge offers exceptional value and unforgettable experiences year-round.

Embark on a journey to Catatoga Lake Lodge, where memories are made and dreams of a perfect mountain retreat become reality. Anticipate a standard check-in at 4 pm and check-out at 11 am, with potential for flexibility upon request (contact host the week of) we will try to accommodate if no other guests are checking in or out on the same day.

Catatoga’s Lake Lodge, a place where southern hospitality and luxury blend seamlessly against the backdrop of North Carolina’s majestic mountains.

Property manager

April

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 11:00 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 (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do NOT allow early arrivals or late departures on "same day flips" due to the time required by housekeeping, the lodge is over 6000 sq. ft.
Guest can contact host or onsite manager week of arrival for POSSIBLE early arrival. When there isn't a same day guest departure we try to accommodate

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Toxaway

Located in Lake Toxaway, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Sapphire National Golf Club and Sapphire Valley Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Jocassee and Nantahala National Forest. Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute and Cashiers Farmers Market are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lake Toxaway, NC

What's nearby

  • Gorges State Park - 3 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Lake Toxaway - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Whisper Lake - 16 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Lake Glenville - 28 min drive - 30.6 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 47 min drive - 20.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forks Of The River - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Pizza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Osteria Del Monte - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Villa Amato - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Falls Cafe & Grill - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does GREAT time for an Escape to Nature's Elegant Lakeside Mountain Retreat 6br/8bath have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is GREAT time for an Escape to Nature's Elegant Lakeside Mountain Retreat 6br/8bath pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at GREAT time for an Escape to Nature's Elegant Lakeside Mountain Retreat 6br/8bath?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GREAT time for an Escape to Nature's Elegant Lakeside Mountain Retreat 6br/8bath?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is GREAT time for an Escape to Nature's Elegant Lakeside Mountain Retreat 6br/8bath located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Pisgah National Forest. Gorges State Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 85 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

Fantastic place to stay!

We loved staying here again for our 3rd time. Wonderful place for our 6 couples to stay. We will be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

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

Relaxing weekend in the mountains

Wonderful relaxing weekend in the mountains. Great getaway for hiking, waterfalls and just enjoying the beautiful views of the lake
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

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

Great place

We enjoyed all about this property
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ailyn U.

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

Awesome Place

We had a large group of 3 generations….perfect place with so much space. So many memories!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

patricia r., Chattanooga USA

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

Wonderful retreat

Very relaxing beautiful area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shelia i.

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

Pause from the world

There is absolutely no reason to leave the property development. The view of the lake from the decks was peaceful and renewing. There are hiking trails to explore. The Lodge is set with a buffer of woodland and lake. We didn’t fish but fishing is supposed to be superb. There was room for everyone to have a bedroom and bath. The pool and club house were an added treat. Jim and April were accommodating and helpful. I would suggest that the kitchen needs a facelift. The fireplaces were wonderful with a plentiful supply of wood. Windows do need to be cleaned as well as window sills.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

tammy f.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family reunion lacey style

the house was perfect for a large group🎊plenty of bedrooms and baths and we loved the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

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

The Catatoga Lodge

Beautiful scenery. Great location. Perfect for large group of adults to gather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

ronnie r.

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

Great Family Retreat

Hard to find a prettier mountain retreat with 6 true suites and abundant common spaces. Beautiful setting overlooking a lovely trout laden pond. This was our third stay - we will definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leigh Ann L.

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

Cousin reunion

It was a beautiful location. Very relaxing. A great house for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ariel F., Miami/Fort Lauderdale Area

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

Amazing place to enjoy with family and friends

100% recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bridget T.

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

Great Time!

We all had a great time! We even got to check in earlier which was nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam H.

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

Relaxing time

Great family trip. No agenda. Just relaxing on the lake. Fantastic trout fishing in stream feeding lake. Great memories with the kids. Love the area!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann K.

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

Very relaxing with family

We enjoyed staying at the Lodge. We had a wonderful time with our children, grandchildren and family. The house is spacious and great for entertaining. The children enjoyed making smores. We hiked to a waterfall. The clubhouse and swimming pool is beautiful. If you have any questions the property manager Jim is helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great stay!

The property was very nice and clean. With tons of space. Booking process was super easy and the property manager was easy to reach. The property is definitely away from the city so do all your Walmart runs prior to arriving. There is a Dollar General and a very good Mexican restaurant about 2miles or less away ! Overall loved the place and would recommend it to others
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan R., Lookout Mountain, GA

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

A gem!

A well equipped home than can handle 12 quests comfortably. Beautiful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobby C.

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

Fantastic Setting

Great home for a group of friends. Each bedroom is spacious with it's own bathroom. Kitchen is well-equipped. Property manager was SUPER responsive. Amazing setting... very private.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jake M.

Couldn’t be better

We stayed with several families and it was perfect! Plenty of room for multiple families. The home was well equipped and as comfortable as our own. The kids loved the lake and exploring the woods around the property. We couldn’t of been happier.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nichole D.

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

Excellent Vacation!

The house is big and spacious. So happy we could bring our dog. We loved having three different locations to have a fire and hang out. We enjoyed the pictures and history around the house. The neighborhood is so private and has the most awesome trails and river that is a must see! Loved it!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Couples Trip to the Catatoga Lodge

Enjoyed a perfect 4-day weekend trip with three other couples (all in our late 40s and early 50s) to the Lake Toxaway / Brevard area. The Lodge was everything we hoped it would be, with plenty of room for privacy for each couple, group cooking, and collective indoor hang time. Well-stocked kitchen that had everything we needed, master suites for every couple to enjoy (with two to spare), and tons of firewood to burn in the huge den fireplace, large lower-deck fireplace, and lake-side firepit. The outdoor space down by the water is what really made the trip special, as we spent every moment we could soaking in the beautiful and serene surroundings down by the water. We didn't see a single other person on the Catatoga property the entirety of our trip, so we truly felt like we had a whole state park to ourselves. Would happily and enthusiastically stay at the Catatoga Lodge again in the future. And plan to!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Great house we had a lot of fun and enjoyed the property a lot.

What a great place. We arrived and were immediately mesmerized by the property. it is absolutely beautiful. The place is comfortable and spacious. The lake and scenery around the house are spectacular. We really enjoyed the hike to the nearby falls. The beads were awesome and very comfortable. This is a truly great property with very welcoming owners and property management. I highly recommend this place to your family and friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

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

Great property to enjoy time together

The grounds were beautiful. Super easy to get to. Gated communication was well planned out. House itself was mostly well designed and very spacious. Well stocked kitchen. We were 9 adults and no one felt cramped. Lots of TVs. The firepit by the lake was the highlight of the stay. Hiking trails within the community were fantastic.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Linda G., Florence SC

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

Almost paradise!

House and setting were lovely. We almost felt like we were in paradise and no one else was around! Setting is so private and beautiful. We only ran into a few other people, but had access to a lovely pool, tennis, billiards, ping pong, boats and hiked to a lovely waterfall a mile or so from the house. Caught and released several fish, which kids loved. Expensive but worth it!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caryl S.

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

Overall wonderful choice

The house is ideal for a family gathering. It had everything we needed, was clean and comfortable and designed to allow our large group to move around comfortably. We stayed during the winter holiday season and that might account for the fact that there was a mouse living in one of the downstairs walls, and there were no amenities available. I would suggest that it is better for warm weather rental if you want the amenities.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Best Fall Trip ever!

So the leaves were very green....but the weather was a real pleasure. This house is truly spectacular, we had a 2 couples and 4 singles all of the above had luxurious bedroom and private bathrooms. Kitchen was as well prepped as any of our homes. Jim A. on site was always friendly and accommodating with our questions, and "plenty of firewood...Thanks Jim!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

About the host

Hosted by April

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My name is April, I'm based out of metro Atlanta. I enjoy helping guest plan amazing gatherings and getaways! I help manage properties in Georgia and North Carolina. If you're looking to have a romantic getaway, family gathering, outdoor sporting retreat, wedding, or large or small corporate meeting or retreat we have venues and lodging to meet your needs at Catatoga or Foxhall Resort! I hope to hear from you soon!

Why they chose this property

One of the most beautiful & tranquil locations ever visited!

What makes this property unique

Only 15 minutes to Brevard or Cashiers and 25 minutes to Highlands NC. Only 1 hour from Ashville. 400 acres of private property with hiking trails, Lake and trout streams. On site manager to help with any of your request. Enjoying quiet, fresh air mornings and beautiful evenings on the large decks overlooking the lake. A true retreat.

Languages:

English