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Macon Memories Creekside Lodge

Otto vacation home with kitchen

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A multi-story wooden cabin surrounded by trees.
A room with a wooden floor, a bench with cushions, a wooden chair, and a cabinet.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa set, a coffee table, and a ceiling fan.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a dresser, a window, and a door.
A building with multiple windows and balconies overlooking a river.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Otto, NC
  • Place, Tessentee Bottomland Preserve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪57 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Otto

On waterfront.At this Otto vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Nantahala National Forest and 6 miles (10 km) of Tessentee Bottomland Preserve. Prentiss Bridge Stream Access and Whistle Stop Mall are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tessentee Bottomland Preserve - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Western Carolina University - 41 min drive - 35.7 miles
  • Tallulah Gorge State Park - 43 min drive - 32.6 miles
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 49 min drive - 41.1 miles
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 57 min drive - 48.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Macon Memories Creekside Lodge

Summary:

2-story waterfront home with mountain & creek views, decks, grill, fireplace, AC



The Space:

When it's time to escape from reality and treat yourself to a well-deserved time off, there is no better option than this two-story, wood-frame home located directly on the bank of Coweeta Creek! This darling home is set in the trees on a heavily wooded lot. Coweeta Creek is great for fishing and playing in the water - there are stairs and a path leading down to it. Watch and listen to the running water from inside the house or one of the numerous decks.



Nearby must-visit attractions include the Smoky Mountain Center For The Performing Arts, Franklin Gem & Mineral Museum, and Dillard (Julep Farms and The Dillard House) - all within eight miles. This home is made up of two levels. On the first floor, you will encounter a very large eat-in kitchen with a seating area and a large pantry and utility room. It has all the essentials to prepare memorable homemade meals for the crew. There is a covered cook deck off the kitchen with an eating area and a large four-burner gas grill with a separate cooking burner. The laundry room and primary suite are also located on the bottom floor.



After eating, wind down and enjoy the provided streaming service access (including live/local channels) on one of the TVs. There is a large covered porch located off the primary suite and kitchen. There is also a large party deck just below the house with built-in benches all around it. On the second floor is the wonderful and inviting living room with a gas log fireplace and a well-appointed office in case you need to work or study from home. The guest room has a bathroom, mini-fridge, microwave, counter with sink, and large sitting area. It has a separate entrance and a private deck overlooking the creek.



THINGS TO KNOW Streaming TV access is provided. For other streaming services, guests must log in using their own accounts. This property is managed by VueStay Vacations.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Fishing 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

General

  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
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, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Macon Memories Creekside Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Macon Memories Creekside Lodge offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Macon Memories Creekside Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Macon Memories Creekside Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Macon Memories Creekside Lodge?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Macon Memories Creekside Lodge have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Macon Memories Creekside Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Macon Memories Creekside Lodge to downtown Otto?

This vacation home is 1.6 mi away from Otto.

Macon Memories Creekside Lodge Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 30 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was cozy and quiet. The house has everything we needed! It was clean, comfortable, and it was great they provided little things like soaps and paper products, as well as all the linens. It was great to have all the light switches labeled as well, very helpful. We had an enjoyable experience and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our family of 6.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We visited in June of last year and enjoyed ourselves so much that we came back again this year. Everything was great, no complaints from our family. This lodge is a great spot for a fun family vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kalie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very cozy, just what we were looking for on this trip. The kitchen was spacious and well laid out for our needs. The porches and fire pit were wonderful for relaxing on. The beds were all comfortable as were the couches. The living room provided the perfect area for our family to sit and play board games. My favorite part was being able to hear the river while going to sleep at night. We would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect for us!! Second year we’ve stayed here!! Coming again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Great place!

Trout fishing trip in mountains. Perfect place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

July 24 2025

Beautiful environment, sound of the river, comfortable accommodations, warm and inviting. Thank you for the opportunity to stay at this location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matt M.

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

Great place for a short stay

Plenty of room. Had everything we needed. We only stayed for two nights and it was comfortable and clean. We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ari W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location near peaceful stream

Very tranquil Thanksgiving getaway for my family. Very cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

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

Cozy cabin

Nice place with plenty of bed space to accommodate large group. Large oustide porches to enjoy the river. We really our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

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

Great home on the river

We enjoyed the home, river, and the town of Franklin. The home had everything we needed
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sean F.

We had a great stay at this property. It’s very peaceful, and we love listening to the sound of t...

We had a great stay at this property. It’s very peaceful, and we love listening to the sound of the stream. Truth be told this was my parents property at one time, and we have always enjoyed staying here. Would definitely recommend this for your family, lots of room and great value over any hotel. Close to town and attractions yet far enough in the hills to enjoy nature and solitude.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Britton M.

Beautiful home

Had a great time, would highly recommend. The heat in the kitchen area needs work. Other than that great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Katelyn W.

Great family getaway!

We really enjoyed our stay at this home! We appreciate that it was dog-friendly also. The views overlooking the creek were incredible and so relaxing. We had all the cookware, towels, and other amenities we could possibly need. The beds on the main floor were pretty firm but we still slept well. We loved listening to the peaceful sounds of the creek every night, cooking family meals, playing board games, and being able to truly relax here. Thanks so much for hosting us, we’ll definitely be back!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Mango B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Creek location is nice, decks are nice, otherwise it is an older home with older furnishings. Was comfortable and quiet but the listing is wrong. 70 Weaver Lane, OTTO, NC. Map was wrong so I had to drive an extra 13 miles each way each day.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey M.

Peaceful, easy feeling

Quite easy to get to, but felt like you were miles from any highway or town. Heard little more than birds and the creek while outside. Heard nothing or just ripples of the creek while inside.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Denise E.

This home is wonderful. As we walked inside what awaited us was the most beautiful stone fireplac...

This home is wonderful. As we walked inside what awaited us was the most beautiful stone fireplace. Mom 80) loved waking up and drinking her coffee in front of it. The back patio/porch area overlooks the peaceful and serene river. Many mornings and evening were spent out outside enjoying the ducks that were in the river too. Everything you need besides clothing and personal items were there to make it a special time together with your family and friends. The home cleaning service did a really good job.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sara C.

Macon memories

We loved the cabin. The tubes are a welcome surprise when we found them in a closet under the house. I would recommend bringing some sheets for the pull out bed if you plan on using it, as we couldn't find any in the house. Easy entry, spacious lovely kitchen overlooking Coweeta Creek. Quiet neighbors to one side, a friendly older couple across the creek who let us use their property to go down the creek and tube back towards our cabin. I wouldn't just take it upon myself to do that without interacting with them first though, if you are just arriving. The house has great wifi connection and split units to keep everyone nice and cool. Overall we loved the cabin and have already recommended it to friends and family. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

STEPHANIE W.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Disappointed

The property was a beautiful property, the problem was with checking in late night after driving 7 hours and my rental had not been cleaned from the previous tenants and it was filthy. I was not able to get into the cleaned property until the next day late afternoon. It took me multiple calls and headaches and lost vacation time not to mention lost money spent on staying in a motel my 1st night in town with my pets. It was a nightmare the first 24 hours in town.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

nikki L.

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

Quiet little away. Really enjoyed the peacefulness

The house was located right on the river so you can hear the peaceful sounds of the water. We really loved the peacefulness and the calm this home provided. The house however, had an ant problem in both the upstairs bedroom area and the kitchen area. It also needed a few repairs as a few of the doors (office, master bedroom, downstairs kitchen patio to the grill area and the downstairs bedroom) would not lock. The shades in the downstairs bedroom was also damaged and would not roll down. Lastly, there was not a second set of beddings for us to change out the sheets when our children threw up on them, forcing us to have to wash and wait for everything to dry in the middle of the night. We notified vacasa of these issues so I hope they get it fixed before the next rental. Otherwise than these small nuisance, the house met our needs for a week away from the loudness of the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Creek!

Great overall stay thanks to the exterior elements of this property (creek,decks, view). The interior leaves a lot to be desired. NEEDS TLC. We were disappointed to learn theres really only 2 private bedrooms, we had to do a lot of rearranging to make things work for 3 families, but, we still enjoyed our stay. Ticks outside are the worst we have ever seen and we stay in the mountains twice per year! So please check yourself, children and pets often and wear tick spray. I feel like maybe the property manager can take some preventative maintenance to help with this. The property could have been cleaned better, towels smelled, we had to rewash, throw blankets were not washed from previous guests as they had noticeable stains. Some plumbing issues and leaks. But wow is it nice sitting on the back patio deck listening to the sounds of the creek and birds chirping, or taking the tubes (some provided) and walking upstream and tuving back down. Kids also had a great time fishing with a few catches. I believe this place is a great value for where its priced, and would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Patricia F.

Needs a lot of work.

Unfortunately this cabin did not meet our expectations. There was a rat that crawled from the laundry to the closet by the kitchen. 70% of the outlets didn’t work. The entrance to the creek was difficult & unsafe (railing and stepping stones are wobbly). My mom, our dog nor our young kids could get into the creek without help because of how steep the step is and unsafe the area is. We rent our cabins based off the creek so we were disappointed that it was so hard to access. The back doors are hard to lock (you have to hold up both handles simultaneously and turn the lock. Only my husband could do so by using his leg to hold up one handle while turning the lock). The lock entry code is 10 digits, most are only 4. None of the bedroom doors lock. The trash has to be disposed of at the dump rather than the cans outside or there’s a fee. Our master bed was very dirty upon arrival. I have a picture of this. It’s a shame because the house is beautiful but it needs a lot of work and a new cleaning staff.
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Patricia F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

This cabin needs a lot of work

I hate to complain but this cabin did not meet our expectations and I wish we’d known some things before booking. Our master bed was dirty upon arrival. I’m attaching a photo. 70% of the outlets did not work. None of the bedroom doors lock. There was a rat that crawled from the laundry to the kitchen closet. The back doors are very difficult to lock (only my husband was tall enough to lock them. You have to hold one handle up with your knee and the other handle up with one hand then turn the lock with the other hand). This might be picky but the entry code is 10 digits so we had to look at our phones every time we wanted front door entry. Most cabins codes are only 4 digits. The trash has to be disposed of at the dump rather than the cans outside or there’s a fee. The driveway was hard to turn around in with our van. And mostly, the creek entrance is so difficult. The step down is very steep. The railing and the stepping stones are wobbly. My mom, our dog and our young’s kids could not access the creek without help. We base our cabin rentals off the creek so it was a bummer when the creek entrance was so difficult. The bedrooms are also not ideal for large families. The master is great but upstairs is one room with two large beds. Then there’s bunk beds out in the open and a 3/4 wall separating the bunks and a room with a pull out couch that takes up the entire room. It’s a shame. The house is nice but needs a ton of work and new cleaning team. The neighbors are awesome!
Master bed
Pretty view from the balcony off the master
Pretty view of the cabin from the deck
Top of stairs leading the creek entry
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

bertnelly2003

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Great location - poorly managed

The following items were already addressed with the management company. None of the items below were addressed during out stay.We arrived and the house had a very poor smell. It was a combination of mold and febreze. Probably by the cleaning people to try to hide the disgusting smell. After we cleaned the entire kitchen, we found a bucket of old water with mold and slime under the kitchen sink. It was from a leak that was obviously there a long time. We emptied the gross contents and sanitized and bleached the bucket, and put it back under the sink. There were comments from other tentants prior to our stay, so both the owner and management company obviously know about the leak and are choosing to not fix it.We also found that several of the comforters were badly stained - disgusting.We also found dirty linens in the washing machine from the previous tentants. We ended up washing and drying them all - but again, disgusting.Many of the outlets in the house do not work. None of the outlets in the downstairs bedroom work. None of the outlets in the downstairs bathroom work. Several of the outlets upstairs do not work. That is unacceptable.The only door that has a lock is the front door with a code. The rest of the doors in the house do not have working locks. So the personal belongings and people that stay at this location have zero safety from any intruders. Not being able to provide a safe environment for renters is absolutely unacceptable.Nothing was ever addressed
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025