Always pleasant - and I believe it was as clean as we’ve ever experienced there this time!

Our large family loves Balsam Lake Lodge! We like to bring a canoe and do some boating and fishing on the lake, but most of our time is spent hiking in the gorgeous Nantahala and Pisgah Forests. The remoteness means no cell signal, so make your travel and hiking plans in advance. But the freedom from connectivity is just another of the beauties of this place!

Our large family loves Balsam Lake Lodge! We like to bring a canoe and do some boating and fishing on the lake, but most of our time is spent hiking in the gorgeous Nantahala and Pisgah Forests. The remoteness means no cell signal, so make your travel and hiking plans in advance. But the freedom from connectivity is just another of the beauties of this place!

10/10 best experience ever. Bring charcoal, aluminum foil.

10/10 best experience ever. Bring charcoal, aluminum foil.

The lodge has a million dollar view. It is spacious and has all the amenities. We particularly enjoyed the fire place and the wood provided. Note the gate lock and the lock box for the door key had the same code. We will rent the lodge again. b

The lodge has a million dollar view. It is spacious and has all the amenities. We particularly enjoyed the fire place and the wood provided. Note the gate lock and the lock box for the door key had the same code. We will rent the lodge again. b

I struggled to find details about the lodge, so here are some things to know: 5 bedrooms: 2 with 2 twin beds, 3 with 2 sets bunk beds. 3.5 bathrooms. There is a TV/DVD player. You have to wash/dry/fold any linens you use, so bring your own if you want to get an early start on your departure day. Also be aware that cleaning is by occupants (no professional housekeeping) so the level of cleanliness could vary. Overall a beautiful lodge and wonderfully remote location for a group getaway.

I struggled to find details about the lodge, so here are some things to know: 5 bedrooms: 2 with 2 twin beds, 3 with 2 sets bunk beds. 3.5 bathrooms. There is a TV/DVD player. You have to wash/dry/fold any linens you use, so bring your own if you want to get an early start on your departure day. Also be aware that cleaning is by occupants (no professional housekeeping) so the level of cleanliness could vary. Overall a beautiful lodge and wonderfully remote location for a group getaway.

Caretakers were wonderful. So friendly and so helpful. Lodge does need a lot of work. An exterminator would be a good place to start. Overall had a wonderful time.