Located in Whittier, this welcoming cottage lets you experience it all. There's convenient onsite parking, so you can leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 1-minute walk to Nantahala National Forest or the 8-minute walk to Tuckasegee River.

Once you get back, you can enjoy your surroundings with the balcony and BBQ grill. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi, TV, and DVD player.

This 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom rental features a living room, a fireplace, air conditioning, and a ceiling fan. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a dishwasher, as well as a microwave, cookware, and a blender. And because there's a washer and dryer, you can go a bit lighter on your packing.