Location: Brevard, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (30 minutes southwest of the Asheville airport) View Map
Accommodations: Cottage, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Keywords: Cottage/House
Surrounded by the gentle grace of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this stunning lakefront home is the real "On Golden Pond." The lakefront mountain retreat is nestled on a private, one acre wooded lot in Sherwood Forest, a 1000 acre Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary with only 200 houses. Relax, watch and enjoy the natural surroundings of the lake and mountains and look for the white squirrels local to the area. Golf awaits on the 18-hole, par three course with pro shop (open year round). You may also swim in the heated junior Olympic-size pool, play tennis, hike on any of the 21 miles of well-marked hiking trails located within the neighborhood, and enjoy the five lakes for fishing or canoeing (canoe, paddles, and life vests are provided for use). Lakes are stocked with bass and bluegill with no fishing license required.
The cabin is beautifully furnished and features two master bedrooms each with 2 full private baths plus one additional bedroom. There is also central air conditioning/heat, a fully-equipped remodeled kitchen with new appliances, a wood burning fireplace in the living room, vaulted ceilings, and a new glassed-in sunroom with a gas log fireplace, a screened porch and outside decks all overlooking the lake. For your entertainment there are 3 televisions with satellite service with pay-for-view and a DVD player. And for your convenience, there is wireless internet and a full laundry with washer and dryer.
Our lakefront mountain retreat is located only five minutes from DuPont State Forest and Caesar's Head State Park with its incredible waterfalls, over 80 miles of hiking and mountain bike trails, and amazing overlooks. You are also within 10 miles from the Pisgah National Forest where you will find the Davidson River which boast more trophy trout per mile than any other stream in the country and unbelievable waterfalls. There is also tubing, rafting, horsebacking and Sliding Rock!
Brevard truly has something for everyone besides the 250 named waterfalls and hundreds of acres of the six state and national forests that surround it: There is also a thriving music and arts community, fantastic shopping, and outstanding dining in this charming Appalachian town. You may also want to visit The Flat Rock Playhouse, Biltmore Estate, and Carl Sandburg home that are but a few of the nearby cultural attractions. Visit and you'll understand why Rand McNally, The Wall Street Journal and National Geographic Traveler name this area one of America's top ten places to live and play.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : New central A/C and heating.
- Linens Provided : All luxury linens provided with 500 thread count sheets.
- Washer : Full-size washer.
- Dryer : Full-sized dryer.
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Maximum of 4 days.
- Gas Fireplace : There is a gas fireplace in the glass enclosed dining room overlooking the lake.
- Wood Fireplace : There is a full brick fireplace in the living room.
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : There are new luxury quality pillowtop queens beds in both master bedrooms.
- Double Bed : There is one double bed in the third bedroom. There is also an airmattress that sleeps two.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3) : There is dish network connected on all three TVs with pay-per-view.
- DVD
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Shared Pool : There is a heated junior Olympic-size pool.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : This is a newly renovated kitchen with all new appliances.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Fully stocked kitchen.
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio (2) : There are outside decks with seating for 6 and a screened-in patio all overlooking the lake.
- Balcony : The balcony overlooks the lake.
- View/Location
- Lakefront : The house sits on Betty Kay Lake, the largest of five lakes.
- Lake View
- Water View
- Mountain View : The elevation is at 3000 feet overlooking the mountains.
- Communications
- Telephone (2)
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- We have a canoe with life jackets and paddles for our renters use tied to our private dock. There is a golf course, tennis courts, a pool and 21 hiking trails in the neighborhood. There are 5 lakes in the neighborhood that are stocked with fish. No fishing licenses are required.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : We will not rent to vacationing students or singles under 25 years of age unless accompanied by an adult guardian or parent.
- Smoking Not Allowed : This is a NON SMOKING unit both INSIDE AND OUT.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
April and May: $225 per night or $1250 per week
June thru August: $250 per night or $1500 per week
September: $150 per night or $1000 per week
October: $250 per night or $1500 per week
November thru March: $150 per night or $1000 per week
Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's weeks are $1500.
Pet fee: $75
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Lakefront Mountain Retreat - Wifi/Pets/Pool/Golf/Tennis
Year Purchased: 2007
Property Photos
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- Front yard view - Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Lodging
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- Front of house - Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Lodging
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- Glassed-In Dining Room that faces the lake - Smoky Mountains, North Carolina Lodging
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- Newly renovated kitchen
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- Great room (wood burning fireplace not shown)
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- Wood burning fireplace in great room
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- Master bedroom #1
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- New Master Bath #1
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- Newly renovated bathroom with a glass shower.
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- Master bedroom #2
Traveler Reviews (24)
We loved it!
Guest: Luci and Ron
(Port St Lucie, Florida)
Date of Stay: 10/25/08
Review Submitted: 12/05/08
Beautifully appointed cabin on a lake with a spectacular view every day. Great hiking all around Sherwood Forest and we almost never saw another car so it was also very private. Our dogs loved the hiking and the weather was so wonderfully cool but the fireplace really warmed us up in the chilly mornings as we had our breakfast.Not to miss if you go is the town of Brevard with wonderful restaurants and shopping and do go to the Dupont Forest and hike to the falls, they were gorgous as our pictures we took can attest to. Can't wait to return!
Owner response:Luci and Ron, I'm so glad you enjoyed the house and the area. Please come back when you can! Paula
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, pet owners.
Tranquil setting in NC mountains
Guest: Shay
(Fort Mill, SC)
Date of Stay: 10/21/11
Review Submitted: 11/11/11
Putting around the small lake in the canoe at dusk was a great ending to the day! This is the place to do as much, or as little as you like! A peaceful & serene location, with great hikes & waterfalls all around the area. Simple but comfortable home. Great get-away with our family! Loved Hobnob Restaurant (in Brevard), if you like hand-thrown pottery, you'll love Mud-Dauber's Potteryl! (on the right, going into town) t
Recommended for:Age 55+.
Lovely home!
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 10/07/11
Review Submitted: 10/25/11
We stayed at Paula's house over the Columbus Day weekend and had a great time! The house is lovely and it was so relaxing to wake up to the view of the lake. We had fun fishing in the lake (we did catch and release), and met some of the neighbors who were very nice! The home was well appointed and had everything we needed to cook our meals. My only negative feedback is that the pillows were a bit flat, not a big deal, but we will bring our own pillows next time.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.
Didn't want to leave!!!!
Guest: Jo
(Jacksonville, Fl)
Date of Stay: 10/12/11
Review Submitted: 10/18/11
Our family of 5 adults and an (almost) 2 yr old stayed here 10/12 - 10/16. This is the 8th vacation house that I've stayed in (Tn, NC, Ca, Fl). This house is without a doubt the most comfortable, clean, well furnished house of all. The location was beautiful and convenient - easy to get to Brevard, to the Appalachian Trail, to Sliding Rock...... The property was just as described - except that words nor picures do the beauty of the fall colors around the lake justice. There were deer that grazed through the yard everyday. We looked and looked for a white squirrel, but only saw regular ole squirrels......maybe next time. The gas fireplace was a wonderful way to knock the chill off in the glass sunroom - it was very comfortable sitting and enjoying the surroundings. The gates on the porch helped to make us comfortable with the 2 yr old - oh - and we had fresh fish for dinner our first night there - it was delicious!!!! I absolutely would love to stay at Paula's Mountain Retreat again and would recommend for anyone/any ages - unless you can't climb stairs at all. We all had a great time - our only complaint was that we just didn't stay long enough!!!! Thank you for providing such a nice rental - one that has character and comfort!!!!
Owner response:Thanks so much for your kind words! I'm so glad you had a great time. Please come back soon.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, girls getaway.
Wonderful and Relaxing Respite
Guest: Nana
(Lincolnton, NC)
Date of Stay: 09/19/11
Review Submitted: 09/24/11
What a lovely house in the woods! It is welcoming and comfortable, with a great view of the lake which is only steps away. The drive through Sherwood Forest (where we saw white squirrels) leads to a very private get-away; and a short scenic drive into the charming town of Brevard leads to many good restaurants and craft and antique shops which are delightful. Brevard College and The Music Center are also most interesting to explore. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit there.
Owner response:Thank you, Faye. I'm so glad you had such a great time there.
Recommended for:Families with young children, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, girls getaway.
Absolutely Beautiful Home nestled in Sherwood Forest
Guest: Martha
(Raleigh, NC)
Date of Stay: 09/12/11
Review Submitted: 09/15/11
Our stay at this property was absolutely wonderful. It is a very quiet and peaceful place to visit. The home is very clean and well maintained. The description listed on the internet is very accurate regarding the location. The photos accurately reflected the appearance and beauty of the property. The owner was extremely helpful with all questions regarding the rental property. We would recommend this property to friends and relatives and also hope to be able to visit again in the future. There are many beautiful sights nearby. The restaurants in Brevard were wonderful. Recommend Marco Trattoria (Italian Restuarant), the meals were wonderful. Also enjoyed shopping at Ingles Grocery Store.
Owner response:Thank you, Martha! I'm so glad you could enjoy it as much as we do! Paula
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, girls getaway.
Great location...
Guest: Blessed2
(Boca Raton, FL.)
Date of Stay: 07/23/11
Review Submitted: 09/14/11
My husband and two kids twelve and thirteen enjoyed the many activities on and off the grounds. My son truly enjoys fishing that is part of the reason we selected a lake house. There are 5 lakes in the development and we hit each one catching fish at almost every cast. Needless to say, the kids every morning were out before we journeyed out for our zip lining, looking for waterfalls, and the fish hatchery in Pigsah to experience fly fishing for trout. As I said my kids love to fish. Everything was conveniently located by which all took less than an hour to reach. Zip lining being the furthest at Earthshine in Toxaway, NC. What a fun family memory and the guides have great personallities making it exciting. White squirles at Brevard College were fun to find and an afternoon of shopping the downtown shops. We were exhausted when we made it back to the house and it was nice to have a house with all the amenities such as the comforts of home. The pictures were just as it looked - beautiful! The beds were comfy. We made many memories. The downstair basement and one bedroom, less a bathroom, was cold in the summer when we were there July 24-30, 2011. There was a furnace but we weren't using that bedroom but it was nice doing laundry in a cool area. We let the kids pick what bedroom they wanted and since they both were suites with bathrooms they were equally nice. The only real difference is the size of the vanity in one bathroom was a little smaller, the one not pictured, and one had a walk in closet. We stood a week and we really only used the drawers and our suitcases. We were super casual and my doing a small load every other day. we didn't even have a real need for all the clothes we brought. I tend to always over pack. The canoe for our use left on the dock was sweet as my son and I would journey out to fish just after dinner. We had about ten bats flying over us just as it was approaching dark and lightning bugs as we headed back up to the house. Our dog enjoyed the walks, I however did not want to be outside when it did get dark as you couldn't see your hand in front of your face. And you could hear all kinds of night creatures. So at night we would curl up and watch a movie and have some hot cocoa. We truly were exhausted from our daily adventure. Thank you for sharing your home with us city folks from Florida. We love North Carolina and plan to return as my kids go to camp in Tennessee every summer. Sights we don't see in FL.
Owner response:Denise, thank you for taking the time to write such a nice review! Paula
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, pet owners.
Good Times at the Lake
Guest: Yvette
(Maryland)
Date of Stay: 07/31/10
Review Submitted: 09/07/10
My family and I had a great time at Paul's lake front house. There was a lot to do for everyone. Finding and playing in the waterfalls was the best. No wonder the area is called "land of the waterfalls" because there were so many to find. We went fishing, hiking, white water rafting( in TN) and swimming. It was very adventurous especially at night... The house has a great view of the best lake in Sherwood Forest and was equipped with all that was needed to make a great vacation. The shopping was awesome also. We will definitely return soon. Yvette
Owner response:Glad you had a great time!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway.
Thanksgiving Week 11/22/09-11/29/09
Guest: BPPK Family
(Pembroke Pines, FL)
Date of Stay: 11/22/09
Review Submitted: 11/30/09
This is the most beautiful, relaxing place to enjoy a vacation with your family!! The lake is beautiful, canoeing is fun, we saw deer in the yard every day. We saw waterfalls in Pisgah Nat'l Forest and DuPont Forest and visited the Biltmore Estates which was decorated for Christmas. For native South Floridians, it was cold in the mornings but then we had cloudless, bright blue skies and it felt nice and warm. Brevard is a nice little town and so is Hendersonville nearby. Hope to come back in a summer or two to enjoy swimming and cooking out in the screened patio(too cold this time of year to enjoy). This is a must for being in the mountains and relaxing and enjoying the scenery. Everyone in Brevard is so nice. This is the place you want to be!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.
Home in the moutains.
Guest: Schooner
(Punta Gorda, FL)
Date of Stay: 07/18/09
Review Submitted: 07/24/09
Listing description was spot on. Property was very clean and well maintained. Owner made arrangements easy and straight forward. Would recomend property. House is in development with large, secluded, wooded lots. Secluded but not isolated. House is on one of three small lakes with small private dock perfect for swimming, canoeing, reading or having drink. Small golf course two minutes away in development. We no longer play, but looks like nice little 9 hole par three. Tons of hiking in and outside development. My wife jogged every morning with our dog. Dupont state forest is literally 10 minutes away with great moderate to difficult hiking. Exceptionallly beautiful waterfalls. "Last of the Mohegans" waterfall scenes filmed here. Town of Brevard is seven miles away down scenic mountain road. Lots of restaurants, shops and friendly people. We liked Jordon Street Cafe and Hob Nob. Steve Martin is suppose to have a place in town and supposedly can be seen out and about.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, girls getaway.
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