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Nicely located, Cozy, PET Friendly cottage in beautiful Lake Toxaway, NC

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Exterior
Property grounds
Very cozy living room
Private kitchen
Updated kitchen with new appliances

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lake Toxaway, NC
  • Lake Toxaway
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Gorges State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lake Jocassee
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Pickens, SC (LQK-Pickens County)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Nicely located, Cozy, PET Friendly cottage in beautiful Lake Toxaway, NC

This little cottage has been in our family for 5 generations. It was built in the 1880's and sat on a basement with modern amenities in 1949, then a deck was added in the early 2000's. In 2020 we remodeled the house, updated the wiring, and added wifi. In September 2023 we put split units both upstairs and down stairs adding heat and air condition. There is 1 bedroom, a dining room, living room and a full kitchen upstairs. The downstairs includes 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and a laundry room. It is furnished with our own eclectic blend of family antiques and flea market finds. There is also a deck with grill upstairs off of the kitchen for easy outdoor meals. Downstairs there is a nice back patio with easy access to a very large back yard, great for families and pets to enjoy. The front porch is adorned with two rocking chairs which provide a wonderful place to enjoy a morning cup of coffee.
This cottage is conveniently located off the side of Blue Ridge Road. The area is scenic, being in the mountains. There are lots of golf courses, hiking (Panthertown Valley, Pisgah National Forest, Nantahala National Forest, Gorges State Park), fishing (French broad river, Whitewater, Wolf Creek Lake, East Fork, North Fork of the French Broad), and waterfalls (Toxaway Falls, Whitewatwr Falls, Rainbow Falls, Schoolhouse Falls) within a few minutes of the house. The Lake Toxaway community center, which offers fun Friday nights with food and live music during the warm months, is only a short distance away, and has Tennis courts, a large play ground, a basketball goal, and a paved walking track. The beautiful Greystone Inn, a popular wedding and dining venue is less than 15 minutes away.
Lake Toxaway is a friendly community which enjoys all four seasons. Cool mountain air is very pleasant during the summer months, and the gorgerous leaves during the fall will simply mesmerize you. Winter offers nice mountain weather and Sapphire Valley has snow tubing and skiing available. On most trails you can find Wildflowers growing in abundance during the spring. Beauty can be found all around. Our little cottage is in the perfect location to offer all that the area has to give. We would be happy to have you make our place your perfect vacation destination.

Property manager

Michelle Owen
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
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: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 and a deadlock

About the area

Lake Toxaway

Located in Lake Toxaway, this holiday home is in the mountains. Sapphire National Golf Club and Sapphire Valley Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute and Cashiers Farmers Market. 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

  • Lake Toxaway - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Gorges State Park - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Whisper Lake - 14 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Lake Glenville - 27 min drive - 28.7 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 45 min drive - 18.8 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forks Of The River - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Pizza - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Osteria Del Monte - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Villa Amato - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Falls Cafe & Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Nicely located, Cozy, PET Friendly cottage in beautiful Lake Toxaway, NC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Nicely located, Cozy, PET Friendly cottage in beautiful Lake Toxaway, NC?

As of 23 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Nicely located, Cozy, PET Friendly cottage in beautiful Lake Toxaway, NC on 26 Apr 2025 start from AU$356.42, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Nicely located, Cozy, PET Friendly cottage in beautiful Lake Toxaway, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Nicely located, Cozy, PET Friendly cottage in beautiful Lake Toxaway, NC?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Nicely located, Cozy, PET Friendly cottage in beautiful Lake Toxaway, NC located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Lake Toxaway. Pisgah National Forest and Gorges State Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harumi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved everything! Nice and quiet area. No one bothered us. Very clean and well prepared house, and perfect for a family. We had a wonderful time there. Thank you :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Great time and location

This place is located near the places we wanted to visit, and it worked out great for my family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noel B.

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

Great property

Everything was very clean. The location and the property were great. The owners were flexible and made everything really easy. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

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

Cosy cottage

We had a short but very pleasant stay in the cute home. Very clean, comfortable beds, nice linens, and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

Charming Cottage

A beautiful cottage in a great location, close to trails and falls. Spotlessly clean, well equipped and large grounds. We
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaela & Peter K.

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

A second delightful visit

Amazing! Even though my hosts were on vacation themselves they stayed in regular contact. These folks become friends on our first visit last fall and I can't say enough good things about the house and about their hospitality. Lovely visit
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Our New Place in Toxaway

We thorughly enjoyed our stay at this cozy, historic mountain hideaway. We were 15 minutes away from Cold Mountain Trailhead at Panthertown, 15 minutes away from Tannassee Lake, and a only 22 minutes away from our Wolf Lake. We will be back in October. We can't wait to be back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

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

2 adults 1 fur baby

Great location as a guest at a Grey Stone Inn wedding! The house had everything we needed and a great place for our fur baby!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

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

Great time!

We loved the cabin and the views that came with it. It was very clean with just the right amount amenities to entertain us when we came back to the cabin to relax
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

asedf d.

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

Very comfortable!

Love the pet friendly home! Close to our relatives. We will come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Great stay and wonderful hosts!

We loved this little cottage and I especially appreciate all of the historical pictures and letters, etc they had throughout the home. House is very well maintained and we would most definitely stay here again. Wonderful hosts too that were very responsive!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Crystal W.

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

Clean & Close to Greystone Inn

We stayed for a quick weekend with our 2 dogs and had a wonderful stay. This property was a 10 minute drive from the Greystone Inn, where our friends got married, and about 15-20 min from Gorge State Park where we did the Rainbow Falls Trail, and had a blast!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua L.

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

Great House and Great Hosts!

We had an amazing time at this beautiful property in Lake Toxaway. The hosts were very communicative and helpful. We look forward to coming back soon.
Stayed 61 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erika B., Florida

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

Loved it!

This home with so much family history was great for a three generations girls trip. We came up to see snow and let my daughter go skiing for the first time. It was a great location to where we were skiing (in Sapphire Valley). The surrounding area was lovely. The hosts couldn’t be nicer. Overall, we had a trip that we will always remember!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

robert w.

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

Cozy, clean, and historical home in a beautiful mountainous area of NC.

This was a happy last min booking for my family and I. The home was Super clean, dog friendly, and well done with all the amenities any family would need. Easy check in and out. We appreciated the snacks and the generations of history on the walls. My dogs really enjoyed huge back yard!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy k.

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

Score

5s for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

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

Doll house

This property is a total doll’s house - small but charming. Everything provided that you might need except food, though there was a bowl of snacks on the kitchen table to get you started! Beautiful scenery and refreshing, cool mountain air. Pet friendly with a huge yard to run and play.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith M., Jacksonville Florida

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

An amazing stay for all of us!

Great home and very accommodating. Wifi was powerful enough for myself and the young adults to work on their projects. One suggestion, even with with the top AC and a fan. The bottom level rooms had no ability to move air.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Small house in the country.

Beautiful little house with a hugh yard just 2 minutes from the lake. Owners have thought of everything to make your stay easier. Coffee and snacks to get you started. All the little things that you normally forget to bring. This little house had it if you needed it. Loved it
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This little cottage was full of charm and neat and clean! The hosts provided excellent communication and directions for where we could find what we needed. They provided lots of unexpected extras that made the stay feel like "home." Everything we needed was provided by the hosts...laundry detergent, softener sheets, stain spray (Shout!), zip lock baggies for snacks on the trail and more! We especially enjoyed the variety of local maps and books about local attractions and history. We hiked to 29 waterfalls over the weekend and the literature was helpful and informational. We truly enjoyed our stay and will recommend this property to others who wish to visit the western North Carolina mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Amazing Walk Back in Time 140 Years Ago!

Loved this 1880s home, which is the oldest home still standing in Lake Toxaway. Intriguing family photos, letters, and memorabilia throughout the home will leave you mesmerized. There are history books to read, which will give you an amazing perspective into life and business at the turn of the 19th century. I enjoyed learning how and why Lake Toxaway was established, and was astounded when I read about the 3 hurricanes that came through in the summer of 1916. After so much rainfall in a short period of time, the dam collapsed and sent a 30 foot wall of water, and 5 billion gallons of water down the mountain. You must come experience this amazing, relaxing environment and see some of the 28 waterfalls that I have counted so far. This is truly God's Country. You will know when you see it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

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

Charming

This is a unique cottage built partially into a hill! Our whole family fell in love with the home and property. Lots of green space and hills for exploring, rolling down, playing frisbee. It was fun to see how deliberate the owners are with preserving the history while also making small changes to modernize it/allow for space. Great for birding, reading on the porch, drinking a coffee during a summer shower... We have stayed at a lot of vacation rental properties and this one tops the list as memorable. It's a great location for nearby hikes and waterfalls, lots of yummy restaurants too! Our four children (ages 2-8) spent a good deal of time making a fort after feeling inspired by a book at the cottage. And it was perfect for our dog to run around! If you can't tell, we truly loved the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara L.

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

Sweet farmhouse

We loved this sweet farmhouse and will return next year! Just a note that the little drip coffee maker was not big enough, so we will bring one with us next year. It was so nice to bring our dog! We brought sheets for the furniture. This may be helpful to others: I am very sensitive to chemicals and perfume, so we unplugged the air freshener in the kitchen and aired out the house. It dissipated quickly. It didn’t occur to me to ask about scented laundry detergent and the sheets. I’ll either bring sheets or unscented laundry detergent next year. Other than my personal annoying allergies, the house was perfect for us. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michaela & Peter K.

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

Delightful!

We were long term guests - five weeks. When we're not RVing we stay in VRBO properties and I must say this was the most delightful ever. Huge yard, three (yup THREE) porches, three very comfortable bedrooms, well equipped kitchen (recently remodeled), responsive owners. This home has been in the family for many generations and each room had photos and newsclippings and memorabilia - the sort of thing we've always loved for our own home. Several things we didn't expect. First, we knew there was only one bathroom so being used to the convenience of two we thought this might be a drawback - nope. Turns out it's a big bathroom so sharing was doable and we managed just fine. Second, my husband and I love to play cards and talk yet enjoy some alone time in our respective dens at home. Turns out the dining room was perfect not just for the usual stuff but seated six comfortably when we had company and gave us the time and space to do our own thing with our laptops set up opposite each other. The electric fireplace was an unexpected prize. We spent several evenings cozily snuggled on the living room couch enjoying it and each other. So what if it wasn't a "real" fire? Coming from south Florida where there is rarely ever a need for a fireplace this one turned out to be a real treat. We would stay at this property again and recommend it to others - without hesitation. And did I mention how kind and responsive the owners were? I did? Well, then, it deserves to be said again! :)
Stayed 34 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda I., Wilmington NC

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

Charming and comforable

There wasn't a thing we needed or wanted for. The property is extremely well appointed. Owners are very generous and thoughtful including snacks, coffee, even extra toothbrushes. We would definitely book again if we're in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Michelle Owen

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We are both natives to the area, and have committed to raise our family of 4 children here. Patrick is a Pastor and Operations Manager. He grew up in Lake Toxaway and this house has been in his family for several generations. Each generation doing updates and making it a welcoming environment.
Michelle is a Stay-at-Home mom, entrepreneur, and flower gardener extraordinaire. She was raised in the Eastatoe Community fifteen minutes down the road from the cottage. Her family has lived in this area for generations also.
We both graduated from Rosman High school and Michelle returned to teach and coach in the area until she had children and decided motherhood was what she was meant to do. Patrick attended Clemson University and Michelle attended Western Carolina University.
We inherited this house in 2020 and have been working feverishly since last June to fix this house up as a retreat for ourselves. In this mountain retreat you can find pictures and relics that have been in Patrick's family for many years. Even though it has a touch of the old you will find many updates and enjoy all the luxieries of everyday living. We have enjoyed updating this home and making it a wonderful place to relax for our family and we have decided to share it with you as well. We hope that you will enjoy it as much as our family does.

Why they chose this property

Conveniently located near a lot of fun things to do in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.
If you enjoy mountain biking, the Pisgah National Forest is only a short drive and is one of the best places to mountain bike in the mountains. There is also alot of hiking, swimming, trout fishing, horseback riding, and waterfall viewing as well.
Panthertown Valley is an even shorter drive and has numerous hiking options and waterfalls viewing. Panthertown is referred to as the Yosemite of the east and has more than 25 miles of designated hiking trails. We very seldom encounter many people but do advise you use a map (we have one at the house that you can use but please leave it for the next guest) because there are many unmarked side trails that can get confusing. There are also mountain biking and horseback riding options at Pantertown.
Gorges State Park is a 15min drive and has hiking, trout fishing, waterfalls, mountain biking and horseback riding as well. Our favorite hike is to rainbow falls.
Sapphire Valley is about a 15min drive and has golf, tennis, snow tubing, and snow sking. There are numerous fine dining experiences to be enjoyed from Lake Toxaway to the Lovely Highlands, NC just 30mins away.
Our little cottage is in such a wonderful location for outdoor activities as well as romantic excursions. We are located half way between Brevard and Highlands. The house has a very private back yard for kids, animals, bird watching, (some guests have seen deer in the yard), or just a relaxing cup of morning coffee. We are away from the hustle and bustle of town but close enough to enjoy all the activities.

What makes this property unique

Our little cottage isn't like other houses in the area in that it is one of the oldest homes still standing in Lake Tosaway. It has been in the family for five generations and each family member has added their own love to the place. We take great honor in being the next generation to enjoy the "Old House".
Close to the road, yet in a rural area. Reasonably priced. If you have children or pets the backyard provides plenty of room to run and play. You can watch a variety of birds and some guest have seen deer in the back yard as well.
If you are an outdoor enthusiast you have found the perfect place to visit. Transylvania county is known as "The Land of Waterfalls". There are endless places to walk or hike, bike, fish, view waterfalls and mountains, and enjoy a nice picnic under a shade tree by the river.
If dining and shopping are more of your forte, Cashiers and Highlands are a short drive away. Within thirty minutes you can enjoy fine dinning and upscale shopping in a romantic setting. Highlands offers beautiful views and a nice mountain atmosphere to enjoy quite romantic dinners and exqusite shopping. These quaint little towns offer an experience you can only find in the mountains of North Carolina.
The Blue Ridge parkway is a short drive and offers mountainious views that are uncomparable. If here in the fall you can enjoy some of the most beautiful fall colors in the world while enjoying the cool drive.
Lake Toxaway is truely an awesome location to enjoy a numerous amount of activities. You are only limited by the amount of time you can stay.

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