Location: Cashiers, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (Glenmerle Overlooks Beautiful Lake Glenville)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Den, 3 Baths (Sleeps 4-5)
Glenmerle is a warm, cozy multi-level retreat that features seven main rooms, each with a view, and three outdoor decks with breathtaking mountain and lake views. This home is 7 miles from Cashiers, 10 miles from Highlands, and 1 hour from Asheville.
Built in 2000 and recently completely renovated, the spacious Glenmerle sits in a quiet wooded area high atop the mountain with panoramic views. The heart of Glenmerle is the cozy family room with crackling fireplace on the main level that offers spectacular lake and mountain views.
The top level includes a master bedroom suite with king-sized bed, and master bath with separate shower and Jacuzzi and a private balcony overlooking the lake. On the main level are the family room, kitchen, sitting area, and dining room.
An outdoor deck overlooks the lake and is deal for entertaining or just enjoying the breathtaking mountain and lake views. A second bedroom with twin beds, a bathroom, and study with futon for sleeping are located on the mid-level.
A den with a gas fireplace, media equipment, and sleeper sofa, a morning kitchen, full bathroom, and a third outside deck with a hammock are on the lower level.
Lake Glenville offers fishing, swimming, boating, sailing, and water skiing. Cashiers and Highlands, renowned for outstanding restaurants, golf courses, and quaint shops, are a short drive away. Guests enjoy day trips to Asheville, Smoky Mountains, and two ski resorts.
Lake Glenville has an elevation of 3,942 feet, the highest lake east of the Mississippi, with 26 miles of shoreline, cascading waterfalls, and a surface area of over 1500 acres. With a maximum depth of 125 feet, Lake Glenville boasts of more than a dozen species of fish and is popular with local fishermen, boaters, and swimmers.
The Asheville area (90 minutes) is a popular destination boasting a lively arts area, charming downtown, shopping, outdoor cafes, restaurants, and numerous historical attractions.
Located just minutes from downtown Asheville, the fabled Biltmore Estates, invites visitors to explore America's largest home, to stroll through its magnificent gardens, and to enjoy a visit to its award-winning winery.
Nearby Sapphire Valley and Wolf Mountain offer attractive ski packages to our guests. This area boasts of six premier public daily fee courses, while the nearby Waynesville Country Club features 27 holes of golf that are framed by the blue-green North Carolina Mountains. There are also several exclusive private clubs in the area.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Jetted Tub in Bath
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Lake View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- rainforest showerhead, gift baskets,
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- marina, autumn-foliage, library, churches, low allergen environment
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Off Season Rates (Jan. 1 '09 - March 31 '09): $1,110/week, $185/night, $3,695/m
Spring Rates (Apr. 1 '09 - May 31 '09): $1,170/week, $195/night, $3,895/month
Summer Prime Time Rates (June 1 - Aug. 31 '09): $1,320/wk, $220/night, $4,395/mon
Sept. Special Rates (Sept 1-30 '09): $1,110/week, $185/night, $3,695/month
Fall Leaf Rates (Oct. 1-31 '09): $1,230/week, $205/night, $4,095/month
Off Season Rates (Nov. 1 '09 - Dec 31, '09): $1,110/wk, $185/night, $3,695/month
Holiday Rates same as Fall Leaf Season Rates except 4 day min. stay is required.
Minimum Stay: 3 nights. Weekly Rates are for a 7 night stay.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2006
Greetings! We are Brad and Tara Smith, owners of Glenmerle in Glenville, NC. When we are not busy lining up dream vacations for our guests, Brad is a landscape architect and Tara is a high school guidance counselor. Our primary residence is in Palm Bay, Florida.
Why the Owner Chose Cashiers
The Cashiers area in North Carolina has everything to offer for a perfect get-away. The mountains provide ample hiking with incredible views and waterfalls. Lake Glenville is unique as a lake in this high mountain elevation area. It offers cooling water adventures for the whole family. What better place can you escape the sweltering heat from the South than to relax where the temperature rarely hits 80 in the summer? Cashiers and Highlands feature charming shops and fine dining. Something for everyone!
The Unique Benefits of this House
We fell in love with Glenmerle the moment we visited the house and couldn’t get enough of the killer views. Since we’ve owned Glenmerle, it’s been a joy to share it with others. As we lead our own busy lives, our times at Glenmerle have truly been a retreat. Whether we’re hiking, as shown in this photo taken at Whiteside Mtn, or relaxing on the deck or by the fire, Glenmerle has provided rest for the weary.
Property Photos
- Come on in, Glenmerle awaits you! - Cashiers, North Carolina Vacation Home
- Spectacular sunset view from main deck - Cashiers, North Carolina Vacation Home
- Comfortable king size bed in master bedroom - Cashiers, North Carolina Vacation Home
- Master bathroom jetted tub with view of mountains and lake
- Fully equipped kitchen with gift basket awaiting your arrival
- Cozy multi level deck with plenty of space for dining and relaxing
- Main floor living room with great view!
- Twin bed guest room
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What a lovely place you have here! This week has been a time of rest and peace for our souls. We so enjoyed the deck. Coffee out on the deck with a book in the morning and those views just can't be beat. It's back to the real world in the morning, but we will take our memories of Glenmerle with us!
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Glenmerle - interesting walks, beautiful waterfalls, serene lake, pleasant, helpful people, a retreat from busyness and pressure - all surrounded by exquisite mountains. We were refreshed and praised God for His creation and your generosity.
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Thank you, thank you, thank you for so generously allowing us to rest and revitalize at your beautiful home in Glenville. I don't think either of us realized how much we needed a change of scenery and a respite until we put that first log on the fire. It was great!
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What a glorious week we have had at Glenmerle! It is perfectly placed for spectacular views from every room. We spent many hours reading and relaxing on the deck - our favorite spot! Thanks for sharing Glenmerle with us.
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We barely know where to begin to describe the amazing days and evenings we spent in your incredible home. We never even left the home for the first two days (actually the deck!) We will always cherish the evenings at the bar, overlooking the lake at sunset, enjoying our one of a kind meals, a glass of wine, and each other's company. We will most certainly return next time for a much longer stay. I have been vacationing in this area since I was 12 and never have I enjoyed a home and a view more. Thank you!
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What a lovely place you have here! This week has been a time of rest and peace for our souls. We so enjoyed the deck. Coffee out on the deck with a book in the morning and those views just can't be beat. I began reading A Severe Mercy and couldn't put it down. Don and I spent many hours talking during the week. We ventured down to Cashiers and High Hampton Inn. We also rented a boat from Signal Ridge Marina. The sunsets were spectacular. We will take our memories of Glenmerle with us!
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We had such a fabulous time on our first real vacation together! It was a perfect balance of getting outside. White Water Falls is great, as is Sunset Rock in Highlands and The Blue Ridge Parkway and relaxing inside on the blustier days. At Sunset Rock, we got to witness a couple getting engaged. It was quite romantic. I highly recommend heading that way with a bottle of wine and some appetizers!
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What a wonderful place to celebrate our 24th anniversary! It was so great to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and come to this beautiful home. . . .Took the train ride one day, went into Hendersonville, ate out, cooked in, and just enjoyed still enjoying each other's company. Hope to be able to come again and do more of the outdoor activities this area has to offer. Glenmerle is wonderful! So comfortable and beautiful too. Thanks for sharing!
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What a beautiful respite! Everywhere I look in Glenmerle, there is some enchanting detail or thoughtful surprise. In a short time, I've found myself saying "look at that!" on too many occasions to count. . . . This morning I enjoyed a quiet cup of tea while watching a ribbon of fog unfold over the lake, and the stillness and wonder of the moment was such a treat. Thank you for such a memorable visit!
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We arrived at Glenmerle on the afternoon of Thanksgiving with a crew from Athens, Georgia and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We enjoyed Thanksgiving dinner at High Hampton Inn & Country Club. Friday was a sunny but crisp fall day, so we hiked to the top of Whiteside Mountain and descended the 142 steps to the overlook at Whitewater Falls. Saturday was rainy, so we made a day of watching college football. We had a great, long weekend here in this beautiful mountain home with beautiful scenery. Thank you.