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Lakefront Fun Family Getaway on Fontana Lake Private Dock Pontoon and more!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Bryson City, NC
  • Bryson City Gem Mine
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Fun Family Getaway on Fontana Lake Private Dock Pontoon and more!

Get away from it all and spend some quality time with the ones you love at the lake. This upscale home is located in a gated community at Fontana Lake. Truly lakefront, this home boasts its own private double-deck dock (yes, you can jump from the top if you dare) stocked with a canoe, pedal boat, kayaks, and stand up paddle boards. Seasonal pontoon rental is available for an extra fee so that you can explore this beautiful, large lake to your heart's content.

This upscale home has three bedrooms and three bathrooms, sleeping up to 10 guests comfortably. With a large wrap around, covered deck, you can grill out and enjoy the breathtaking view (you just might catch the scenic Great Smoky Mountain Railways train pass across the water), or cook meals for the family in the large, well-appointed kitchen. Catch fish from the private dock for dinner, roast marshmallows at the outdoor fire pit, or go for a run down the quiet gravel road. Tired out from activities? Watch a movie on the enormous projection screen home theater, or curl up with a great novel from the large library. Old and young will find plenty to do at the lake. Need to check in with work? Satellite wi-fi is provided.

The main floor of the house has two bedrooms and two baths (one king and one queen), while downstairs has a large bed room perfect for kids or young families (one full and two bunk beds) and an additional bath. The two upstairs bedrooms have flat screen televisions with Direct TV satellite, and blu ray players, and the downstairs family room has a large home theater system with surround sound. The main living room has an impressive stacked stone fireplace for cozy nights. The downstairs family room has gas logs.

The downstairs patio has a large hot tub for soaking those cares away.

Fontana Lake is part of the TVA system and varies its levels throughout the year. The lake is usually at full capacity from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Our dock stays in the water year round, though in the winter months, some traversing over rocky banks is necessary (my kids love exploring this "moonscape." Steps take you down to the dock and lake year round, but if you have guests who find stairs difficult, you can drive to the marina and pick them up there for easier access to the lake. Also, please note that the lower level of the house is accessed inside the house by a spiral staircase (there are also more gradual exterior steps). This can be blocked for young children, but parents should take note.

Property manager

Esther Godfrey
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nantahala Brewing Company and Smoky Mountain Country Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Bryson City Gem Mine and Smokey Mountain Trains Museum. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Bryson City Gem Mine - 26 min drive - 18.1 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 27 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 27 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Nantahala Brewing Company - 27 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 144 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rivers End Restaurant - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Cardinal Coffee - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Burger Basket - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Noc Adventure Center - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Relia's Garden Restaurant - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Fun Family Getaway on Fontana Lake Private Dock Pontoon and more! pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Lakefront Fun Family Getaway on Fontana Lake Private Dock Pontoon and more! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Fun Family Getaway on Fontana Lake Private Dock Pontoon and more! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Fun Family Getaway on Fontana Lake Private Dock Pontoon and more! located?

This family-friendly Bryson City holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Nantahala River. Fontana Lake is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 92 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 92 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

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

Great time with family

We had a fantastic time at this lake house. It was the perfect spot for quality family time – plenty of space, beautiful views, and all the amenities we needed. Highly recommend for a peaceful and memorable getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

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

Perfect Thanksgiving gathering place

This was a perfect spot for our families to gather for theThanksgiving holiday. We were blessed to have a full day on the lake (canoes and kayaks), then the next day (rainy) we enjoyed being tourists in Bryson City. We hope to return to this lovely location in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda K.

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

Family Vacation

We had a wonderful week. The house was welcoming and comfortable. The kitchen was well supplied to meet the needs of a large family. Access to the lake kept the children occupied for hours. The owners were friendly and easily accessible. Our family will definitely visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liza T.

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

Lakeside Stay

We absolutely love this area, and staying at this house made our vacation. The location was fabulous — morning coffee on the deck listening to the birds was a great way to start the day. The kids enjoyed the kayaks and paddle boards. And ending the day watching the sunset as we grilled was perfection. The kitchen was fully stocked which made meals at home easy to prepare. We all enjoyed family movie nights on the large projection TV. Esther and Wayne were so welcoming and easy to deal with. Thank you for the memories!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

erin m.

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

Perfect family Christmas getaway

This house is lovelier than the photos, super comfortable, incredibly well-stocked and was just the dream setting for a blended family holiday week, including the pups. Awesome artwork, beautiful views, comfortable beds, terrific amenities. We hope to return one summer to enjoy the boat/water toys!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

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

AMAZING Property!

We had a group of 10 stay and were all extremely comfortable. The house was stocked with everything we needed and more. Toys and games for the kids were such a nice surprise. The neighborhood is quiet and private. I would recommend this property to anyone looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

jenny a.

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

Very nice cabin!!

This was a very nice cabin to stay in!! The pontoon boat was great!! ....The steps going down to pontoon boat are alot....be prepared!! LOL I would def stay here again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace R.

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

Great lake house!

Plenty of room for extended family and kids. We rented the pontoon for the week and that was the best part. Wonderful hot tub and decks overlooking the lake. Great communication with the hosts who responded quickly to any concerns. Would go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

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

Mountain Lake House Paradise

Our family enjoyed a week in this beautiful lake house. This place is in a gated community with lots of privacy. The house is well stocked with plenty of room. The view from the deck and dock is incredible. The use of the boat was a huge bonus! Unfortunately, now my wife wants a house on lake Fontana. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and plan to return next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

cathy A.

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

Wonderful family get away lake home

The hosts and home were one of the best we have ever rented in the the fontanna lake area. The house was well stocked, very clean, , access to lake wonderful and communication with hosts excellent! Can’t say enough about this fontanna lake home.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

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

As advertised.

One of the best family vacations that we have ever taken. 10 out of 10
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erik W.

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

Majestic

absolutely stunning, we couldn’t of been any happier or surprised. The photos do no do this home justice. we are a family of 8 and we had more then enough room and more activities then we knew what to do with. we will absolutely be staying here again ❤️
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy E.

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

Paradise!

We celebrated our 35th anniversary with our adult children and their partners. I have visited Fontana Lake since I was a kid and love it! All the other reviewers have highlighted the many perks of this property and we agree with all of them! It’s amazing how much room you have to spread out and our party of 9 had plenty of room! The dock is really not a bad walk. If you don’t handle stairs well, there is a trail down to the dock that is less steep. Even though we had a lot of rain over our 4 day weekend, we spent as much time as possible on the water. Everyone but me jumped off the top deck!! It is a perfect place for dogs. The enormous deck is gated and they loved patrolling the lake and the woods from their secure location. This a house clearly designed to make the best use of family time! It was well worth the splurge and I envy Wayne and Esther their slice of paradise. It is divine!! It is the most well equipped rental you’ll ever find!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

Fontana Family Vacation

This is the second time we have stayed at this property. It was so great the first time that we wanted to stay here again. Covid kept us from renting this home until 2022. We had another wonderful time here. Lots of watercraft to use, good dock and nice location on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jolene R.

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

Wonderful property!

Another amazing week at Esther and Wayne house on Lake Fontana! Our family has stayed here multiple years and love every minute. The property lacks for nothing and the new boat is awesome!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alice L.

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

Amazing Property - Stunning View

We had a wonderful time at Wayne and Esther’s home. It is perfect for larger families and they provide everything you might need. We really enjoyed the pontoon boat and exploring Lake Fontana. Look forward to coming again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Glenda B.

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

We enjoyed a peaceful, secluded retreat at Fontana Lake.

Spring break fishing trip for the family. Appreciated all the amenities and the peaceful retreat.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jack B.

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

Great property!

Excellent communication w owner Beautiful home with everything you could ever need. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

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

A comfy and serene getaway…

We so enjoyed our long weekend in this cheerful, cozy home, tucked away in the hills which flank lake Fontana!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa P., Bybee, TN

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

Peaceful and Relaxing Stay

The property is in the mountains and very peaceful. The incline to the lake is pretty steep, but a great view. Well stocked kitchen. Nice place to recharge.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

richard b.

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

Incredible House

The drive to get to this house can be a bit tough, but it's worth it. The house is very well stocked and the inclusion of kayaks and paddleboards is a great bonus. The TV room was great fun for the family and is stocked with movies and books
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

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

Awesome Stay

A quiet, secluded place to relax and enjoy time with family. The leaves were beautiful and the fall mountain air was so refreshing! We will definitely be going back during warmer weather so we can access the dock and enjoy the water.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S., Savannah, GA

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

Beautiful view and great hosts

My family loved our stay. The house was as described - well stocked with everything we needed. We only left once to go for a hike at Deep Creek. We had a very relaxing time at the house and on the boat. We will be back. I give the hosts five stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

cindy r.

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

🎵 On the Pontoon 🎵

Laid back vacation, the views from the pontoon were worth walking down the steps, coming back up on the gravel road was a little easier. Esther was super helpful in answering all of our questions. Fishing was not great but that’s why they call it fishing and not catching, we enjoyed trying and making memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deb K.

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

Great Stay at the Lake

Beautiful property. Super clean. Very well equipped kitchen with everything we needed. Property owner was very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Esther Godfrey

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We are a happy family of five who fell in love with this area over 25 years ago. Our kids have grown up on this lake and in these woods, and we hope that you grow to love them as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

There are so many wonderful things to do in this area--from white water rafting to mountain biking. But you might find that you only want to leave via the dock to play on the lake. This is a property where you can really get away from it all and entertain yourself just with what is available here at the property.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests