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Dragonfly Cottage at Santeetlah Lakeside featured on the cover of Cabin Magazine

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and balcony

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
Smart TV, fireplace
Perched in western North Carolina's sequestered Santeetlah Lakeside community, this luxury Adirondack-style home offers a serene escape with Lake Santeelah and the Smokey Mountains as your backdrop. Take a leisurely boat ride from the nearby marina or explore protected forest and pristine waterways; hike national forests or drive scenic routes like Cherohala Skyway.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dragonfly Cottage at Santeetlah Lakeside featured on the cover of Cabin Magazine

Exceptionally crafted luxury Adirondack-style home overlooking Lake Santeelah and the Smokey Mountains, located in the sequestered western North Carolina community of Santeetlah Lakeside.

This community is surrounded by protected forest and pristine water. The marina is within walking distance, so take a boat ride and explore one of the most beautiful and tranquil lakes in America with over 90 percent conserved shoreline.

Spend your day boating, swimming or fly fishing, or maybe hiking in one of the national forests; drive the Cherohala Skyway or the Tail of the Dragon; visit Fontana Dam, the Oconoluftee Village and Cherokee Casino, or enjoy Southern Appalachian mountain culture at the Stecoah Valley Cultural Arts Center; take a train ride on the Great Smoky Mountains Railroad in Bryson City, then relax with an afternoon cocktail along the banks of the Cheoah River at Tapoco Lodge.





Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Lake Santeetlah, NC

What's nearby

  • Santeetlah Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Santeetlah Town Hall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cheoah River - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 46 min drive - 68.0 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 49 min drive - 72.4 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 88 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kin Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Caffe De Olla - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Papas Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pacifico Mexican Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dragonfly Cottage at Santeetlah Lakeside featured on the cover of Cabin Magazine pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dragonfly Cottage at Santeetlah Lakeside featured on the cover of Cabin Magazine?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dragonfly Cottage at Santeetlah Lakeside featured on the cover of Cabin Magazine?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dragonfly Cottage at Santeetlah Lakeside featured on the cover of Cabin Magazine located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Nantahala National Forest, Santeetlah Lake, and Santeetlah Town Hall. Cheoah River is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) away.

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Reviews

Dragonfly Cottage at Santeetlah Lakeside featured on the cover of Cabin Magazine Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben F.

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

Beautiful stay

Great place with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

william f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful setting close to the park, house had all the amenities needed for cooking. Beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

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

family retreat

beautiful, very clean and would love to go back
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is beautiful and perfectly located on the lake with easy walking access to the marina. We spent a full week here and enjoyed every. moment whether we were hanging on the dock, exploring the lake by boat and paddle board, or exploring the local hiking trails and whitewater rafting. Highly recommend lake Santeelah and this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LOVE Dragonfly Cottage. It’s our 2nd time staying there with family, but first time in the summer. The lake was delightful, surprisingly not much boat traffic, & grandkids loved jumping off the dock. Hoping to return again next summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hank P.

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

The best of the best

Everything was perfect, very well decorated and employed high in kitchen, comfortable beds. Nothing was needed everything supplied and then some.. one of the best stays ever . Thank you for sharing your beautiful home the dock is in perfect place on the lake,calm waters
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irving A.

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

A great place to relax and enjoy the lake & mountains.

We truly enjoyed our stay in the mountains at this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim S.

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

Lake life

Great place to stay with the family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Paul C.

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

Weekend getaway

Very nice place with great views of lake
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Fisherman’s Retreat

Great place to stay while we did some guided fishing on Fontana Lake and Santeetlah. Great cabin and awesome location!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C.

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

Great Summer Stay

Great house on an amazing lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful cabin and lake
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

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

Spectacular Views

Dragonfly Cottage did not disappoint! It’s beautifully decorated, plenty of room for family, well stocked kitchen (we were there for Thanksgiving), and last but not least, the view was spectacular…even on a cloudy day! We will definitely be making a return visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heath B.

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

Beautiful lake views

Very spaces
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

Beautiful waterfront retreat with Mountain View’s

We enjoyed the private dock and ability to tie off our boat. The owners are very responsive and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

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

Wowey Wow Wow Wow!

Whether you're talking about the property itself, the million dollar view, the meticulous attention to detail right down to the reverse osmosis water filter, this property represents everything a VRBO can be. The best of the best. Look no further if Lake Santeetlah is your destination!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Steve B.

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

Reunion

Absolutely gorgeous setting and home!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee R.

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

Relax with wonderful views

Comfortable, clean and just what we all needed for together time. Room to spread out and enjoy the scenic views.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexis D.

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

Exceptional View

Didn’t want to leave the house! Used all the decks and outside seating, especially around the fireplace. Well stocked kitchen and well decorated. Absolutely loved our time here!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy C.

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

Friends and Family

This is the second time we have stayed here. Our friends and family come from NC and TN to enjoy the mountains and to do some mountain driving. Great location and beautiful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M., Sacramento, California

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

Boys retreat

Absolutely stunning location. Easy to get to, close to many oitdoor activities. We went fly fishing. Spent the time making life long memories Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita B.

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

WNC at Its Finest

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at Dragonfly Cottage on Lake Santeetlah. We have always wanted to see and hike in the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, and we finally got to do that. What a treasure! We also got to experience a wicked night storm at the lake. And we were in the house when the Maryville, TN earthquake shook the area like a little child's toy on May 10th at around 9:00 a.m. The house was cozy, comfortable, clean, and the views were quite spectacular.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest H.

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

Superb Santeetlah

Wonderful house in absolutely gorgeous lake location. Our family of 6 thoroughly enjoyed the house with its ideal location. Spent a day on a pontoon rented from nearby marina and also enjoyed kayaking with the 2 kayaks provided. Santeetlah is a pristine lake and there are numerous scenic drives nearby (or just relax on the dock).
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randy B.

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

beautiful home with beautiful views

Will definitely come back to this one
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H., Baton Rouge

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

Fantastic!

Incredible house with a remarkable view of the lake and surrounding mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023