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Santeetlah Lake Retreat w/ Dock: Walk to Water!

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Robbinsville

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A wooden deck with a ceiling fan, wooden railings, and a bench.
A cozy kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and a built-in oven.
A two-story cabin with a red roof, a wooden deck, and a chimney.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with a checkered bedspread, a dresser, and two doors.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Robbinsville, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Santeetlah Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪51 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Robbinsville

In Robbinsville .Within a 5-minute walk of this Robbinsville cabin, you'll find Nantahala National Forest and Santeetlah Lake. Stoney Hollow Farm and Santeetlah Town Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Santeetlah Lake - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 47 min drive - 41.7 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 51 min drive - 44.6 miles
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 54 min drive - 46.8 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 91 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Quill's Canteen - ‬39 min drive
  • ‪Papas Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fontana Village Rec Hall - ‬39 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Santeetlah Lake Retreat w/ Dock: Walk to Water!

Experience serene lakeside living at 'Kays Kabin,' a 2-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental in Robbinsville! Start your morning with breakfast in the fully equipped kitchen, then walk down to the private dock for a fun-filled day on Santeetlah Lake. When you're ready to venture out, embark on a scenic drive through the Tail of the Dragon or Cherohala Skyway. After, return to the cabin to unwind on the deck and recharge for another day of adventure in the Great Smoky Mountains.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Wood-Burning Stove (Bring Your Own Wood) | Private Dock | 12-Acre Property

Bedroom 1: Twin/Full Bunk Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa | Loft: Futon, Toddler Bed | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play

CABIN HIGHLIGHTS: Smart TV, washer/dryer, covered deck w/ outdoor seating, gas grill, fire pit (bring your own wood)
KITCHEN: Fridge, stove, dishwasher, Keurig & drip coffee maker, microwave, cooking basics, toaster, dishware/flatware, trash bags/paper towels, Crockpot, blender, high chair, booster chair
GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, central heating & A/C, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, ceiling fans, hair dryer, iron/board
FAQ: Antique firearms present in the property
ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story cabin, 5 steps to enter, bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

ON THE WATER: Santeetlah Lake (across the street), boating, kayaking, fishing, swimming
HIKING: Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest (11 miles), Maple Springs Observation Deck - Nantahala National Forest (15 miles), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (15 miles), Fontana Dam and Visitors Center (25 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Downtown Robbinsville (5 miles), Deal's Gap - The Dragon (17 miles), Nantahala Outdoor Center (28 miles), Cherohala Skyway (33 miles), Bryson City (35 miles)
AIRPORT: McGhee Tyson Airport (58 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This 2-story cabin requires 5 steps to enter and interior stairs are required to access the 2nd-floor bedroom and loft
- NOTE: Please note there are antique firearms at the property. These firearms will be safely secured, disabled, and unloaded during your stay

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

511654

Frequently asked questions

How close is Santeetlah Lake Retreat w/ Dock: Walk to Water! to the airport?

This cabin is 56.6 mi (91-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Santeetlah Lake Retreat w/ Dock: Walk to Water! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.

Does Santeetlah Lake Retreat w/ Dock: Walk to Water! offer free breakfast?

This cabin does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Santeetlah Lake Retreat w/ Dock: Walk to Water!?

No, there is no casino at this cabin.

What time is check-in at Santeetlah Lake Retreat w/ Dock: Walk to Water!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Santeetlah Lake Retreat w/ Dock: Walk to Water!?

Free parking is not available at this cabin.

Does Santeetlah Lake Retreat w/ Dock: Walk to Water! have a pool?

This cabin does not have a pool.

Does Santeetlah Lake Retreat w/ Dock: Walk to Water! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cabin.

How close is Santeetlah Lake Retreat w/ Dock: Walk to Water! to downtown Robbinsville?

This cabin is 2.9 mi away from Robbinsville.

Santeetlah Lake Retreat w/ Dock: Walk to Water! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place- super clean, no mildew at all- which is usually common in lake places. Very well equipped/stocked.And amazing water pressure in the showers. Comfortable beds also
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
From a partner site

8/10 Good

We had so much fun we wanted a screen free weekend just on the lake fishing!

We loved the cabin it was clean had everything we needed besides food obviously, the tv was very small which we wanted a screen free weekend but after my son got sick day one options were limited on what he could do over all amazing and we will definitely be staying again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Dragon

Enjoyed the tranquility of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kay’s Cabin

The cabin was very neat and clean. We had everything we wanted and needed. Down to great towels, two coffee pots, plenty of pots and utensils. The beds were so comfy. We sat on the front porch and enjoyed our view of the lake. We walked down to the pier and fished off of it…not much luck but fun! Floated around in the lake on loungers we brought with us. We brought an enclosed trailer for our motorcycles and had no trouble going up and down the short gravel drive. The only thing we had trouble with was getting the trailer turned around in the driveway. I had to get a hitch tire quick shipped from Amazon(arrived in two days) then we were able to push it around and hook to truck easily. The area was beautiful. 15 minutes from Tapoco Lodge, 25 from the Dragon and 25 to the Cherahola! We would love to come back there!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Mother-Daughter trip

The home was very clean and cozy. Had the feel and personality of visiting friends at their cabin. My daughter and I stayed 5 nights and had our friends - another mother-daughter couple - stay with us for 2 days. We enjoyed a drive along the Cherohala Skyway, hiking the Joyce Kilmer double loop trail, visiting nearby Marie's Lavendar Farm, and more. It's beautiful to sit on the dock by Lake Santeelah, though the short walk across the street is a little tricky because there is no shoulder on the road. The commication from the company that manages this property is one-way generic information sent through email only. I had sent messages through VRBO app asking questions with no response. They did not communicate check-in information through the app, but in an email only and not until right before our trip (I like when the app is my 'one stop shop' for information, but my communication with Evolve is only 3 messages from me with no responses). Recommendations (in addition to the above): * Lunch at T. Dubbs * Cafe de Olla (it's one of the few reataurants that are open on Sundays) * Hike up Hooper Bald to the clearing to see the wild flame azaleas (when they're in bloom beg-mid June).
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cabin with character and charm and a great dock on the lake! Plan to rent here again next year! Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a beautiful property and they provide everything you need to make a great vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very lovely and the spot was perfect and the host was excellent and usually responded in a couple minutes they were accommodating. Definitely coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026