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Tucked away in the Foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Lake James Retreat offers direct water access and beautiful mountain views. Enjoy swimming, boating, fishing or hiking trails inside and outside the community while taking in local wildlife. Relax by the wood burning fireplace on a screen porch or unwind with air hockey and corn hole games.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bathroomsSleeps 12278 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock

  • Tucked in the Blue Ridge Mountain foothills, this lakefront retreat offers direct Lake James access, mountain views, and 2+ wooded acres in a gated community. Swim, boat, fish, kayak, or hike right from the property. Private dock with lights and 2 kayaks included. Open kitchen, dining for 10, screened porch with wood-burning fireplace, family room with games, and 5 Smart TVs. Conveniently between Charlotte and Asheville, an hour from Boone and Blowing Rock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment

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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,992 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Children should always be supervised on the dock.

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Located in Nebo, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Historic Carson House and Museum of North Carolina Minerals are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Outpost and Woodys Chair Shop. Visit our Nebo travel guide
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Nebo, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake James
    Lake James
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake James State Park in the Fall.; Shutterstock ID 396513118; Purchase Order: -
    Lake James State Park
    8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Chimney Rock State Park
    Chimney Rock State Park
    52 min drive - 65.7 km
  • Fontana Lake in the Fall
    Lake Lure
    54 min drive - 68.6 km
  • Linville Falls Winery
    54 min drive - 59.6 km

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    15 min drive
  • Papa John's Pizza
    15 min drive
  • Hardee's
    16 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
    17 min drive
  • Wendy's
    18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Catawba River and Lake James. Lake James State Park and McDowell County Courthouse are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Spacious Lakefront Retreat with Private Dock Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hunter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John O.

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

Great vacation

Had amazing time on the lake
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia C.

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

Beautiful

Our stay was very relaxing.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael I.

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

Comfortable & Cozy for a lake weekend

Our family really enjoyed staying here. There was plenty of space for all of us and had everything you'd want in a lake front home - Views, easy access down to the water/dock, plenty of areas to gather. The dishwasher is quite finicky, but we were able to figure it out. Would certainly stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darrin D.

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

Great place and location

This is the perfect place for a group to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Right on the lake and close enough to town for anything you need. Beautiful scenery and a great house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Great lake house!

Location is in close proximity to the lake. Nice dock area.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

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

Memorial Weekend

Great space for family to spread out and nice outdoor decks with screened in porch to relax. Amazing dock in cove, so nice and quiet. I would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

corinne n.

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

Family Time = Happy Time!

This was a wonderful location for a family gathering. The house was comfortable and inviting, and we enjoyed the board games and books provided. We rented a boat for the week, so we spent a lot of time on the water enjoying the magnificent views. Lake James is not crowded so it was a very relaxing time together. We would highly recommend this location and this home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

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

Family Thanksgiving Celebration

Our family members traveled from around the eastern US to celebrate Thanksgiving together. Our youngest was 9 months and our oldest was 90 years. The house was perfect for all of us!! We loved the decks, the indoor and outdoor fireplaces, the grill, the view, the location and the accommodations. Karen, the manager, could not have been more helpful and responsive. Great stay for all of us!💕
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

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

Lake James Perfection

A lovely stay and very private! This home is well stocked and well situated on the lake, which btw is one of the cleanest in NC. Yes, you hear jet skis but they're on the bigger, wider channels. They aren't obnoxious on this home's deck like on some lakes. A nice indoor setup so that kids can be downstairs for their stuff and we adults can be upstairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

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

Family Labor Day stay

This house was perfect for our family goodbye to summer stay! It was good for multiple generations. The cove was perfect for floating and having our boat. Internet and connections a little spotty in places but that was in the descriptions so no surprises. We love our stay and hope to rebook in the future. Karen, the host, was very quick to respond to our questions. Love it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

July 4th Vacation

This house and its amenities are even better in person. The dock is spacious and brand new with an amazing second level. The cove is perfect for floating all day long. The house layout is amazing and accommodated our 7 with so much room to spare. There was 1 bedroom upstairs with 2 twins that we didn’t even need. The downstairs is so great for teens or another family. Our teens had their own living room, bathrooms, bedrooms and covered deck. I can’t say enough about this wonderful house. We would rent it again in a heartbeat! Great neighborhood that we walked in everyday. Beautiful home with everything you need - you can’t go wrong! There is a regular coffee pot so bring regular coffee (not K-cups).
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

4/10 Poor

Natalie S.

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

Great Location, Terrible Upkeep

The location of this house, the structure/setup/#of bedrooms is great. The yard space and dock were both great. The house itself was unfortunately not the cleanest place I've ever stayed. When we arrived there was a set of sheets in the washer that had been there for a week and were of course soured. This would not be a big deal normally because little things happen all the time and its nothing to really freak out about. However, once we started taking stock of the rest of the house we just felt like 1)it was not maintained well at all and 2) the people who cleaned the house just didn't do a good job. Sadly, I found a ton of mold in the coffee pot the first morning. That was not good. It took the property manager 7 hrs to respond back to me about getting a new pot for the next morning. At that point it was 9p and I had already just gone out to buy a new one. Every single appliance had a smell-because they were moldy! The shower heads all had mold on them. Light bulbs were out, some canned lights were just hanging from the ceiling. We couldn't use the dishwasher because the mold and smell were so bad that all the dishes had a smell when they came out. The dishes/cookware in the kitchen did not seem like they were very clean. Overall, we were just disappointed. It was not an inexpensive place to stay and it was disappointing to realize that we weren't staying in a place that was clean. The house has so much potential and if it was properly maintained I think could be a 5/5.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chad F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Easy access and wonderful amenities. We especially loved the dock and being lakefront. Awesome grill and porch area that made for a great time during dinner. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was awesome! The dock is in a little bay so we were able to use it with kids and not worry about main channel traffic!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice lake cove location. Plenty of room for families. If you bring your own boat, good place to dock. If you have a second boat, which we did, not an ideal situation with the owners boat on a lift.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Doug R.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness
House was dirty, gas grill was unusable, dishwasher had mold in it, also a couple of shower heads had mold, thermostat was locked couldn’t adjust temperature. No broom so we could sweep up. House needs some TLC
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Summer 2025

We had a great time at the lake. The house was very nice and had everything we needed
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with easy access to the dock/lake. Very chill and quiet neighborhood. Great swimming for the whole family right off the dock in the cove as well as excellent fishing; Bluegill, Rock Bass, Small Mouth Bass and Catfish!The house worked great as a central hub for surrounding activities such as the Biltmore Estate, Carowinds Park, Pisgah National Forest as well as some great local shopping and restaurants within a 15 minute drive.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bruce S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Thanksgiving!

Our family of 12 stayed here! It was the perfect size for us with lots of living space for adults and kids! Very beautiful home! Great location on the water!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

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

Lovely lake house

Clean lovely house on the lake. Our family stayed for to attend a family wedding in the area. Due to the recent flooding, the lake was not as accessible as we had hoped. But, the stay was still wonderful and the area beautiful. We had a great stay in Nebo. Thank you, Steve Ness
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill C.

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

Perfect Family Vacation

The location of this lake home is ideal on a quiet cove for swimming. The surrounding trees give you privacy from neighbors. You can’t even see them. The older kids enjoyed jumping off the upper dock into the cove. Recommend picking up toys and floats for kids. We found inexpensive ones at Walmart.many grocery stores and other shopping is just 15-20 minutes in Marion. We boated Monday to Friday and practically had the lake to ourselves. The only slight downside is the 2 lake restaurants are closed weekdays. Our boat picnics were very fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly A.

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

Family Christmas Vacation

The Lakehouse was Extremely Accommodating, & Had everything needed: Cooking, Plenty of everything to accommodate large families, Bedrooms, Boathouse / Dock ( although to chilly) for our stay, Great Views, Decks each level, 2 Fireplaces, Our Family of 11 enjoyed our stay to the fullest ! Thx, So Much
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

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

Beautiful Property

Beautiful Lake front property as listed. Plenty of room for 10 adults and then some (2 queen masters, 2 kings with shared RR, and 2 rooms with 2 twins each). Parking was not an issue for as many cars as needed. Easy boating experience on the “nice” side of the lake with quick access to local marina. Highly recommend for large parties.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean Z.

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

Wonderful location and home

We had an air conditioner issue which was fixed in a day. We had to clean the grill for it to work. Other than those 2 small issues the trip was perfect. Would rent again and may next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023