The Forge rests just off of the pristine Lake Nantahala. Call to book your getaway today! Forge Lake Lodge is a private escape to comfort, old-world charm and enchanting views over water and mountains. It's a beautifully crafted jewel of wood and stone on Lake Nantahala in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. Best of all, it's yours to reserve and enjoy. Located in the majestic Nantahala National Forest, this nearly 10,000 square foot estate provides seven private bedrooms, including four magnificent master suites, afford extraordinary privacy in sumptuous surroundings, while our six separate living/loving/laughing rooms offer the opportunity to gather or to seek solitude.