Vacation rentals with lake access in Swain County

Beautiful home that was very comfortable and private. Set peacefully in the woods just off the main road, the house was quiet and very well appointed.

This was such a sweet stay and we wish we could have stayed longer! Beautiful location - my husband enjoyed fly fishing during the day on the water and I was only 20 minutes from kayaking at the NOC. The house was very clean - tidy bathroom and kitchen with all your basics stocked to get you started. Hot tub was lovely and very clean! There is a steeper drop off next to the outside firepit so I would be mindful with little children. Easy check in and they were very flexible and responsive when we had some crazy weather pop up nearby. We will be back again and hopefully stay a little longer!

Host was very responsive to all our questions, He was very helpful when giving us the instructions about location. Beautiful place, very clean and with a gorgeous view. Brandon- Curt are doing a great job keeping the place clean and equipped with everything you need. There is a lot to do for the family, individuals and kids. Also short distance place’s worth it to visit. My family and I fully recommend this beautiful place.

A beautiful, peaceful place on the river. The porch was our favorite spot and the big windows viewing the river made us feel like there was no one else around. A wonderful stay inside and out!

This was our family's second stay at Blue Heron Haven and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The house is well-stocked, clean, comfortable, and the location is perfect. It's a great location for swimming on the lake. Becky answered all of our questions and is always helpful and responsive.

We absolutely loved Randy’s lake house. It had everything you would need for a comfortable stay and then some! The house is clean, tastefully decorated and peaceful. Randy was very responsive to all of my questions and very helpful. I would highly recommend renting here, we will definitely be back again!

This is the kind of place AirBnb was made for. Such a homey space with unique style and personal touches. We enjoyed disconnecting and relaxing inside and out during our stay. The place was well kepted and well equipped for a laid-back long weekend. It was clearing kept clean and tidy but it did have a strong musty smell when we arrived. It mostly aired out after a day with the windows open, but I have to warn others as I know it can be a big issue for some. However, my husband, pups, and I wouldn't pass up the chance to stay again when we want to visit Lake Fontana.

Matthew’s place was very nice and cozy. Definitely one of the cleanest and best stocked cabins I have ever stayed in! We had a few hiccups in our trip (mainly issues caused by weather, nothing anyone could help). However, Matthew stayed in constant communication throughout the trip and kept us up to date with information we needed regarding the weather caused outages and the such and made sure we were taken care of. I can truly tell that he goes above and beyond for his guests. I would definitely stay here again!

Great location in Townsend to visit the Smoky Mountains! We had an amazing time here and the place was very cozy to come back to every night.

Our family loves staying on the “peaceful side” of the smokies. The location was perfect! The condo was beautifully decorated and very clean. Loved backing up to the river.

Easy peasy check in. Apt had all we needed for a three day stay. Bed was super comfy, sheets sooo soft, and a bathroom that appeared to have been newly renovated! Deli and pub downstairs had good food and generous potions. We were there for the Smoky Mtn Highland Games and had a 5 minute or less drive to the venue. Couldn’t have picked a better place to stay.

This was my third stay at the property. I keep coming back because they keep exceeding my expectations.

My stay was just what my soul needed! The inside was perfect with the beautiful logs and stone fireplace. Looking off the deck was just magical with the sound of the river and the hanging lights. Can't wait to go back and explore more of the mountains and fun places to grab a bite!

Wonderful, friendly, and responsive host! Apartment itself was exactly as described. The walls were quite thin; you can hear your neighbors very clearly. That being said, the host has made a point to emphasize quiet hours, which were mostly respected by the other guests.

Very clean, had everything we needed, great location. Would definitely return and recommend!

Very clean and well situated. Close to everything we wanted to do in and around the National Park. The host was very responsive and helpful. Beautiful area along The Little River.

we really enjoyed our stay at the cabin, every thing was perfect. it was quiet peaceful and the screened in porch was amazong. we would definitely stay here again.

Good value place for exploring the national parks and forests nearby. Everything was as featured in the listing

Nice, clean, peaceful, private, relaxing, and as described, except for internet. I did log onto the house wifi. The wifi was not connected to the internet. I had less than one bar of cell service. There was a wired land line phone on the wall, which had no dial tone. There were many notes with help phone numbers, but no way to call. Because I was seeking a quiet retreat, I did not mind this.

This lake house was so clean and comfortable! The beds, pillows, blankets, and furniture were all lounge worthy!! The house had everything you could ask for and more! There were plenty of towels, tons of lake toys, a well-stocked kitchen, and plenty of seating inside and out on the deck to enjoy the beautiful views of the lake. The setup of 2 bedrooms upstairs & 2 downstairs was great for our multi-generation vacation. We had a fantastic family vacation at Lake Santeetlah. We would definitely recommend this house and hope to stay here again the next time we make it back to our favorite lake!!

This cozy, beautiful spot is a treasure! Kim was very attentive to details in creating a space that is welcoming and feels like home. The kitchen was well equipped, decor blends modern and mountain cottage. Plenty to entertain at the house or nearby. The description helped us know how to best plan our visit to the area and there were great tips and maps at the house too. Beautiful scenery and a great place to enjoy birds, fall foliage, hiking and much more. So thankful for a great getaway!

We ended up extending our stay so we spent 8 nights here in total. This is a quintessential lake house. The pictures honestly do not do it justice, the cabin is beautiful with incredible views. The gorgeous mountain/lake view was enjoyed through both the giant floor to ceiling window in the living room and from the screened in porch where we at dinner almost every night. Stephanie is an incredible hostess who has stocked the cabin with everything you need, and everything you forgot! We had the great pleasure of meeting her during our stay and she ended up volunteering to be one of the witnesses at our lake elopement, so she’s now part of some very special memories! We had a few fires in the fireplace, paddled around the lake a few times in the provided kayaks, and enjoyed hanging out on the dock w/our dogs. The internet was fast and the bed was fantastic. We’ve stayed at a handful of houses on this enchanting lake over the years and this is hands down our favorite. Do not hesitate :)

Wonderful spot, loved the cabin andthe kayaks and private doc.

Susan’s home is absolutely stunning. An exceptional mountain top home. You truly feel you are above the clouds. Incredible views all throughout the cabin with an extremely cozy interior with the true cabin feel. Would highly recommend someone has a vehicle with 4WD or AWD to ensure easy access up the last few gravel hills & steel driveway to the property. Susan and Jessey were very much in communication and helpful with any questions one could have.