Rent a Boat for Your Day on Lake Nantahala

Whether you’re building your dream house in one of the stunning lots at Reflections on Lake Nantahala, or if you’re just visiting for the weekend, you don’t have to bring a boat with you to have fun. At the lake’s Marina (next door to the Lake’s End Diner), you and your family, friends, or team can rent the boat that fits your needs best.

view from Lake Nantahala marina

Our marina has a great view of the lake, and all of the boats you’ll need to enjoy a day out on the water.

For Groups

For groups, we have larger pontoons that are perfect for a lazy day on the water. Grab a cooler and a few friends and head for the water, relaxing while the boat moves along or swimming off of the side.

For Individuals

You don’t have to have companions to enjoy a day on the lake. Kayaks and canoes are the perfect rentals for individuals, couples, or small groups who want to paddle out on the water and enjoy a day exploring without the company of a crowd.

For Sport

Take one of our ski boats out for a spin if a little bit of water sports is what you’ve been waiting for this summer. It’s the perfect way to enjoy a little bit of speed along with the scenery on Lake Nantahala.

Lake Nantahala marina

Enjoy a burger on the patio of Lake’s End Diner or have a snack at one of our picnic tables.

No matter which boat is right for you, Lake Nantahala is the perfect getaway for Summer weather. Beat the heat with a dip in the lake, enjoy a delicious burger at the diner, or pack your own feast and take advantage of the picnic tables at the marina. You’re minutes from canopy tours, white water rafting, and more, so enjoy the activities on the lake and beyond!

On the lake, you have everything you need for a great afternoon, enjoying the beautiful forests of the Topton, NC area.

Which boat fits your personality? Tell us about your boating preferences in a comment!

5 Things to Make Your Memorial Day Amazing

american flags on memorial day

Memorial Day is a national day of remembrance as we look back on and thank those who gave their lives serving in the armed forces. While a somber observance, Memorial Day is also a great reminder to spend time with the ones we love and to celebrate the freedom that the fallen sacrificed their lives to protect. One of the most popular celebrations is a great day on the Lake; we’ve got a few tips for you to help make your Memorial Day celebration at Lake Nantahala the best yet.

1. The perfect entertaining venue

Reflections on Lake Nantahala provides the perfect, scenic locale for a lake day celebration. If you have access to a beautiful back deck or a porch, or if you own a dock by the lake, set up enough seating for your guests. Make sure that chairs are grouped to encourage conversation by grouping them in sets of three or more. By separating the sets, you encourage attendees to get up and move around between smaller, more intimate conversations, bringing everyone together.

feet on the edge of a boat on Lake Nantahala

The boat is the perfect place to kick back and relax.

2. Activities at the lake house

While lounging in the sun or spending a day out on the boat are the perfect agenda for a holiday, have back up plans in case of rain or activities to enjoy while at the lake house. Popular games such as ladder ball or corn hole are easy to play on the shore or in the back yard, while card games provide great entertainment indoors. If your family has lost someone in the armed forces, share your favorite memories of them to honor them on Memorial Day.

3. Activities in the area

If you plan to stay in town for more than just weekend, local activities are a great way to round out your Memorial Day and vacation week celebrations. Visit the Nantahala Outdoor Center, just minutes from Lake Nantahala, for rafting, kayaking, and more. Get out your fishing line and enjoy a day of fishing on the lake or in the local rivers. Take the family to enjoy a sporting event, such as the 10th Annual Fletcher Flyer Bike Ride, heading through Western North Carolina on June 2.

summer cocktail in a mason jar

Make a summer cocktail or a refreshing lemonade to enjoy at the lake house.

4. The right food

Memorial Day is all about the grill or the barbecue, so break out the smoker or the charcoal and get ready to cook up some goodness. Spread the table with North Carolina favorites like barbecue ribs and potato salad with a fresh pitcher of sweet tea, lemonade, or a Summer inspired cocktail. Consider your guests as you plan your menu–Are there any vegetarians? Is anyone allergic to anything? Have at least one dish that each person can enjoy.

5. The right mindset

While this may seem like a no-brainer, too often we use long holiday weekends to catch up on work or in a frazzled state trying to complete a project at home. Instead, spend some time in the “lake house state of mind.” This weekend, focus on relaxing, spending time with you friends and family, and being happy. You’ll be glad that you did!

 

Are you spending Memorial Day at Reflections on Lake Nantahala or around the Topton, NC area? Share a photo of your festivities with us on Facebook!

Photos via Flickr CC users DavidYuWeb, Ada Be, and 3Liz4

Pick Your View of Lake Nantahala for Your New Lake House

Reflections on Lake Nantahala offers you an escape into a slower pace. On the lake, you get to enjoy a laid back life of boating, back porch sitting, barbecues, and more, filled with stunning views of Lake Nantahala and the surrounding area.

When you have a lake house in the Reflections community, you have a personal getaway where you can enjoy bird song and crickets instead of car horns and the only item on your schedule is a day on the water with your family and friends. While you may have been dreaming of a lake house for a while, there may have been something holding you back from taking the plunge. We want to help you make your getaway a reality, so we’re offering the Pick Your View promotion.

view of Lake Nantahala

This stunning view is from a home in the Reflections on Lake Nantahala community.

With Pick Your View, you can get one of the stunning lots within the Reflections on Lake Nantahala community for just $79,999 – $99,999 with survey and septic approval. Each lot is a half acre, giving you space for the perfect lake house and an amazing, panoramic view of Lake Nantahala. Your lot in Reflections will provide you with the perfect space to build your lake house exactly as you’d like it, with all of the features you want and none of the features you don’t as it’s your space to design the perfect home for you and your family.

Looking to find out more about Pick Your View? Contact Kristine for more information on the available lots at 866-218-VIEW, or explore our website to learn more about your cabin options.

Reflections on Lake Nantahala: The Lake House Life

Lake Nantahala is one of North Carolina’s best natural treasures, offering some of the most beautiful views within state, as well as within the country. While most simply visit the lake for a vacation here or there, some get to call this beautiful area home, spending summers, winters in their own lake house, or calling the area their permanent home. If you love a quieter side of life, with peace and gorgeous views, as well as plenty of fun and activities, then you could become one of the residents of Reflections on Lake Nantahala.

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Lake Nantahala is the perfect setting for a laid back, lake house life.

Reflections on Lake Nantahala is a community of lake house properties providing beautiful, scenic views and a way of life that many only dream about having. While our properties provide with you the perfect lot to build your dream lake house, our website provides helpful information on the development as well as the surrounding area. Here on our blog, we’ll be focusing on what brings you to the area: The lake house lifestyle. From architecture to diners, water sports and local attractions, we’ll cover the various topics that matter to you and that you draw you to Lake Nantahala as a place to call home.

What are your favorite things about the lake? Do you have specific topics you’d like to see covered? If so, share them with us in a comment; we’d love to hear from you! Feel free to comment on this blog post, tweet with us, or message us on Facebook.

 

Image via FrannyFrooFroo on Flickr CC.