Kid-friendly holiday rentals in Nantahala Lake

Robins place is spectacular! Everything was squeaky clean and very comfortable. To say Robin(and her husband) are on top of making everything perfect is putting it mildly. Day one we contacted her about a broken chair on the covered porch, day3, her husband brought a whole different table and chairs! Robin was very responsive in all questions that I've had. Definitely book this house! You'll love every inch of it! We'll DEFINITELY be back. Thanks Robin (and Trace)!

This place was beautiful. We loved having fires and the fenced in back yard.

We had a blast. The creek and scenery was awesome. The cabin was perfect. We even got in the creek and played some. Clayton was an awesome town as well. Highly recommend.

Great cabin super close to downtown Highlands. Looks just as great as the photos, perfectly clean, very nicely appointed and furnished. This was a much better situation for our family over a local hotel. We would definitely come back!!

This place is a real gem! Don’t hesitate to stay here if you are in the area! The cabin is quaint but it never felt small and they really have thought of everything to make your stay so comfortable! We loved the decor and all the little extras did not go unnoticed by myself or my two kids! We would gladly stay here again if in the Hiawassee area!

Staying at Mill Creek Cottage was much like visiting a beloved friend’s house. We’ve stayed in some Airbnbs that were almost antiseptic and boring. Not Joan’s place! It was wonderful and quirky and comfortable - and had absolutely everything we needed. We spent five days hiking, grilling out, playing games, and just sitting on the deck watching the birds and enjoying the mountain air. If we ever head back to Hayesville I will check to see if this cottage is available!

A great space to relax! Thoughtful and well-apportioned house. Modern appliances, nice aesthetic. Can tell Nick put a lot of time into creating it. Felt like a vacation house (in the best way). Had everything we needed and more. Great for couples seeking some time away from the hustle-bustle. Equally good for a small family gathering. The porch is amazing, the views spectacular. Would definitely return!

Will be coming back to this space!! So beautiful, every detail and amenity was available and thought through. Felt right at home & was able to bring the pups! We forgot a water bowl & Lindsey had one ready for us when we got there with plenty of paw towels and doggie bags!! Also, expect a pretty steep driveway! We have a 4-WD and AWD vehicle and had little to no problems. Thank you to Lindsey for offering this amazing space !

Absolutely beautiful location with a serene atmosphere. Was looking for a place that was very private and comfortable…and got exactly what I wanted. The property is stunning with rolling streams and a quiet pond. Wether it was sitting on the front porch listening to the water rushing over the rocks, relaxing a tired body in the conveniently located hot tub or laying in the bed with the windows open and a cool breeze flowing through, it was all breathtaking. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your beautiful and quiet suite. I appreciate your quick response with every question and your flexibility with our late arrival. Hope to unwind again in the near future.

Don and the rental were fantastic. I can only wish that every Air BnB was done this well. Water on every table. The bathroom had everything you might have forgotten. The fridge had soda and water in it. Even had a Smores setup for the firepit outside. I will be back here regularly and Don's place will always be my first choice. Dons hospitality was world class. It is very hard to find genuine hospitality and Don hit it off the mountain.

The place was beautiful and clean and all the my toddler and I needed. He loved steeping into the River outside the INN. We watched Blippi, handyman Hal and Katie’s Classroom inside the pub connected to where we stayed. Everyone was friendly and it’s bike friendly. We rode the 11mile Cades Cove loop on bike and we went to Tuckaleechee Caverns and it was truly a magical stay and media Teton for us.

This cute little downstairs apartment was perfect for our anniversary trip! It’s a great space for two people to relax and enjoy each other’s company. We spent our mornings on the porch swing drinking coffee and at night would head into town to eat at the recommended restaurants. The place was cute, homey, and had amazing views of the mountains!

I enjoyed staying at this quiet and peaceful place. It was neatly kept, clean, and comfortable. Dave and Barb were great, and I also enjoyed meeting Beans! Thank you for a wonderful place to stay during my trip.

Great place close to Bryson City, private, with kid-friendly amenities. Would recommend.

This was my first time visiting the Franklin/Highlands, North Carolina area. Lisa's studio apartment is in a hollow away from the main road which provided a quiet, peaceful place to relax with absolutely no traffic noise. Patio area in front of studio alllows you a place to sit and view the mountains while listening to the birds. You might get a visit from the cats looking for a little attention. Lisa and her family were very friendly and I enjoyed talking with them about the area and some options of places I should consider visiting. The studio is in a great location being only 30 minutes away from Highlands. I would highly recommend visiting Dry Falls on the way to Highlands. The walk down is moderate and the Falls are incredible. The studio was immaculate and beautiful. It is very spacious for 1 or 2 people having a small table with two chairs, large sofa and sufficient size bed. Kitchen area is small but provides everything you need for your stay. I highly recommend it.

Great value, and the deep creek entrance to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park is literally 5 minutes away. We went there every morning, and we never hiked the same route once. Very cool.

Would stay again!

The condo was exactly as described. It was very comfortable for our family of four. Well stocked kitchen, homey decorations. We especially loved the screen porches. Richard sent clear instructions for check in and check out. Overall, a very nice stay!

I had a wonderful stay! The space was clean, cozy, and exactly as described. The host was communicative and welcoming, making check-in and check-out smooth and easy. The location was perfect—close to everything I needed, yet quiet and peaceful. I’d definitely stay here again and highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable, stress-free stay!

Loved the security of being in a gated community! Home was warm and inviting! It was also clean and well maintained. We were looking for something close to Cade’s Cove and this absolutely fit the bill.

a very nice and comfortable property, located in a precious and very quiet place, definitely return

We loved our stay here! Close to downtown, beautiful view, and the host was super responsive and helpful! Highly recommend staying here if you’re coming to the Gatlinburg area.

We booked last minute and by that, a day and a half before we arrived. Darlene responded within minutes and made arrival so easy with perfect directions/information. Darlene checked in with us during our visit and with the welcome packet Darlene sent us, I had minimal if any questions. The place exceeded our expectations and was so very close to the club and all the amenities. View was beyond! The only negative was we never saw a bear. 😂 We will be back!

My family and I enjoyed our stay. The views from the house are incredible. It is very peaceful. The place was clean. Nina was very helpful and responsive when needed. We used the pool and hot tub, which was a short walk down the driveway. I highly recommend this place if you’re visiting the area!