Summer is Booking Fast! New-Paddleboards & Kayaks Included
- Minimum stay:7 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:Yes
The Queen has been casting her spell on visitors to the Hickory Nut Gorge for over 80 years. She's been lovingly restored and is ready to work her spell on you. Make plans now to visit this summer for a memorable getaway.
The Queen of the Lake’s magic starts when you arrive. Even the views from the off-street parking are mesmerizing. There are just a few short steps down to the entry and the first of many decks for enjoying the outdoors. Inside, the convenient porch that runs the width of the house lets you enjoy the majestic panorama in air conditioned comfort.
The comfortable furniture and large great room will entice you to grab a book and settle in, but you'll still be attracted to the wonderful scenery just outside the window wall. As the sun goes down, you'll want to gather together to review the excitement of hiking at Chimney Rock Park, located just minutes away, or other adventures like visiting Biltmore with its vineyard. This is a great house for a group gathering, with room for ten.
Three of the bedrooms are on the main floor. The master suite has a queen sized bed and the other two each have sets of twin beds and share the second upstairs bath. Downstairs is a double bed with en-suite bath, plus a hide-a-bed that sleeps two. (All bed and bath linens are included in the basic rate.)
You'll enjoy numerous spots for sunbathing and swimming plus other numerous outside activities and nearby tourist sites. Otherwise you can cozy up and read or watch your favorite TV or DVDs, and there’s enough space that one part of your group won’t interrupt the others.
New for 2013: We've added 2 paddleboards and 2 kayaks for our guests--NO EXTRA CHARGE!
Keywords: Lakefront, private, roomy, historic, classic, queen of the lake, Lake Guys, hickory nut olympiad, dirty dancing festival
Property Type
- House
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
- Pets Not Allowed
- Wheelchair Accessible
Bedrooms
- 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, Beds for 8-10
- Bedroom 1
- Bedroom 2
- Bedroom 3
- Bedroom 4
- Library
Bathrooms
- 3.0 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
- Bathroom 2
- Bathroom 3
Kitchen & Dining
- Dishwasher
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Cooking Utensils
Amenities
- Washing Machine
- Clothes Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
Entertainment
- DVD Player
Communications
- Wireless Internet
Pool & Spa
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
Location & View
Activities
- Cinemas
- Kayaking
- Rock Climbing
- Basketball Court
- Mountain Biking
- Water Skiing
- Golf
- Fishing
- Tennis
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Medical Services
- Hiking
- Groceries
- Wildlife Viewing
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Bird Watching
- Sight Seeing
- Miniature Golf
- Boating
- Winery Tours
- Restaurants
- Live Theater
- ATM/Bank
- Rafting
Reviews
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Great House with Amazing View !!!
Great House with Amazing View !!!
- Guest David B.
- Date of stay 07/14/12
- Review Submitted 07/21/12
We just held our family reunion at this house and everyone wants to book it again for next year. To start with the house has an absolutely amazing view in so many directions because it sits out on the point. Great view of the mountains as well as the lake. The first point I want to talk about is the deck area as we spent a large portion of our time out back. There is a lower deck that the little kids loved to jump off, with an adjoining ramp that went under a tree (which is where an adult would sit to watch them in the shade) as well as an upper deck that the teenage/college kids loved, especially for jumping off with an approximate 20 foot plunge to the lake. The kids would time it when the tour boats went by and several times they would call out to them for an encore performance (and they would oblige). There was also a toilet down by the docks so you did not have to hike back up to the house if the urge hit you (or the kids). The back sun-room was also very popular as we spent time playing board games, reading or just general relaxing. The kitchen is up-to-date, and large and has everything you need, and we had some amazing meals there. A nice outdoor gas grill was well used. Most meals we split eating with half in the dining area of the great room, and the other half out on the upper deck by the house. Because the family got together from all over we had quite a few cars, but there was plenty of room to park by the house. Ask about the special rate for kayaks as I personally was out several times all over the lake as was my wife and the rest of the family and I would highly recommend it as an addition. It was really nice to just walk down to the boathouse to take the kayaks out (we had 2) and there were several early morning excursions on the water. The living accommodations were great and I loved the big shower downstairs. There were also a large number of board games provided, and two of the boys learned how to play Risk, Rummikub and Cathedral (strategy game) but many of the classic games were also there. My brother loved the hammock on the lower patio. We climbed Chimney Rock one day, and on another we went down into Chimney rock, hiked, shopped and did the gem mining. We had a great dinner at Larkin's to celebrate several milestone birthdays and everyone absolutely loved the house (and the week). I would highly recommend this area (and this house) to anyone.Recommended for: Sightseeing, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Owner response: Thanks David, Your lengthy review will help people see what a treasure the Queen of the Lake can be. We hope that you come back soon.
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We Would Love To Stay Again!
Guest comment entered by ownerWe Would Love To Stay Again!
- Guest The Roseberry Family
- Date of stay 06/16/11
- Review Submitted 08/25/11
The house and property were beautiful! On a scale of 1-10, rated all amenities a 10!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Wonderful House!!!
Guest comment entered by ownerWonderful House!!!
- Guest The Kohn Family
- Date of stay 07/23/11
- Review Submitted 08/25/11
We all had a great time. The lake is beautiful.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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We'd love to come back again!
Guest comment entered by ownerWe'd love to come back again!
- Guest The Robinsons
- Date of stay 08/06/11
- Review Submitted 08/25/11
Even the weather was perfect! Our week was problem free and wonderful! Our family enjoyed every aspect of this beautiful, well appointed, house that includes so many thoughtful and personal touches. We enjoyed congregating in the handsome, well supplied, new large kitchen and made good use of its many conveniences. Our adult-sized grandchildren spent many happy hours around the dock while the adults were content to enjoy the gorgeous mountain views. Thank you for sharing your delightful, well supplied home on such a specacular site.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2
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Had a wonderful family reunion
Guest comment entered by ownerHad a wonderful family reunion
- Guest Wright Family
- Date of stay 07/16/11
- Review Submitted 08/25/11
Everyone enjoyed themselves at The Queen of The Lake.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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Our first, but not our last visit!
Our first, but not our last visit!
- Guest A
- Date of stay 07/02/11
- Review Submitted 07/24/11
The Queen of the Lake was a wonderful place for our family to celebrate the Fourth of July. The house is meticulously maintained and elegantly, but comfortably furnished. The setting offers breathtaking sunset views and the dock and boathouse offer hours of waterfront fun. The house is coneniently located to a supermarketand restaurants. We would not hesitate for one moment to bring our young children back for another memorable family vacation. The property manager was very accomodating and helpful. You won't regret treating yourself to a week at The Queen of the Lake.Recommended for: Families with young children.
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The queen fit the bill!
The queen fit the bill!
- Guest reen
- Date of stay 06/04/11
- Review Submitted 06/21/11
We held a number of dinners for 30 plus guests at the house and all attendees found it very beautiful and accomadating.The detailed assistance offered by our property manager could not have been better.The lake was very enjoyable,we swam daily and enjoyed using the boathouse for our boat.The overall experience was very special and we will reccommend it highly to our family & friends.the house and grounds were very well maintained,the kitchen was well equipped for meeting varied needs.Recommended for: Tourists without a car, girls getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
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Fantastic Memorial Day
Fantastic Memorial Day
- Guest Little Washington
- Date of stay 05/27/11
- Review Submitted 06/06/11
We spent Memorial week at Queen of the Lake with another family. It was a lovely vacation! The house was beautifully appointed. Even after seeing the pictures we were surprised at all that the house offered in activities and comfort. During the morning we, grown ups and children alike, would take turns waving at the tour boats as we jumped off the roof of the boat house. In the afternoon some of us would nap outside, while others went hiking. At night we loved cooking in the newly remodeled kitchen and eating on the deck as the sun went down. In comfortable beds we slept soundly, dreaming about the next adventure. We were also thrilled with the real estate agent Ken. He ensured that we were never in need. I have never had an agent show such concern. He even found the book and water bottle my husband left at the boat house and mailed it to us with a sweet note of goodbye. We hope to return again to the Queen of the Lake.Recommended for: Sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Owner response: Thanks for your kind words. Our goal is for you to leave with a smile on your face and a bundle of wonderful memories. I'm glad that we were able to help with all the little things so you didn't have to bother.
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- Guest Sally & Friends from ASU
- Date of stay 09/10/10
- Review Submitted 09/12/10
Everything was beautiful! We felt like we were home (but we didn't have to do any cleaning or wash any linens and we were enjoying ourselves on the lake.) We'd like to come back next year. Thanks for everything. On a scale of 1-10 they gave us one 9, four 10's four 11's and a 12 ! ! ! !Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 2/2
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- Guest Christa & Chris (Winston-Salem)
- Date of stay 08/12/10
- Review Submitted 08/16/10
Very nice house and a great location on the lake. Will come back for sure. 9.29 Rating: 5-10's 8-9's 1-8.Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 7 night min stay |
$3304 | |||||
| Independence Day Jun 29 - Jul 5 7 night min stay |
$4004 | |||||
| Labor Day Aug 31 - Sep 6 7 night min stay |
$4004 | |||||
| Thanksgiving Nov 23 - Nov 29 7 night min stay |
$4004 | |||||
| Christmas/New Years Dec 21 - Jan 3 7 night min stay |
$4004 | |||||
Additional information about rental rates
Note the minimum stay is for 7 nights. Check in is at 5PM on Saturday and check out is on the following Saturday at 10AM. The total fee for 7 (NON HOLIDAY) nights is $3,300 plus $175 Cleaning Fee and 11.75% taxes. A security deposit is also collected and refunded within 10 days of check out. Holidays are $4,000 for the weeks of Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years.
Fees:
- Linens/Cleaning Fee: $175
- Refundable Damage Deposit: $500
- Tax Rate 11.75%
Cancellation policy:
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Year Purchased: 2013
About the owner: We were invited to visit friends at their Lake Lure cottage in the summer of 2012. When we left we realized that Lake Lure was one of those special places in the world that deserved a second visit. Our second visit that following fall began a quest to find a second home there. The beauty of Lake Lure tucked amongst the mountains together with the peacefulness of the laidback attitude of the lakeside families was very appealing. During this quest we looked at many homes, each with their strong points and weak points. Finally in early 2013 we found the perfect lake home that met all of our wants and needs.
Why the Owner Chose Lake Lure:
The “Queen of the Lake” is the oldest winterized house on house on Lake Lure. Built in 1927, as Lake Lure was filling for the first time, this house was blessed with “great bones” and a full acre of lakefront views. Often older Lake Lure residents have commented that the builder of our home had his choice of any location on the lake, and he chose the best of all views. The first family to live in our house was the owner of a series of department stores in the South, and had built this house for family getaways. The most recent previous owners did a marvelous job of modernizing this home, gutted and re-built the kitchen, gutted and re-built the entire downstairs, added a lovely coffered ceiling to the great room, and expanded the decks. The top porch has been enclosed with glass and setup for year-round climate controlled use. The morning coffee on this porch is hard to beat.
We are excited about the opportunity to enjoy all the amenities that Lake Lure offers. We are from the coastal region of North Carolina and can now take full advantage of what the state of NC has to offer, from the coast to the mountains. We are happy about the opportunity to share in our great find.
-The Owens Family-
The Unique Benefits at this House:
The home is conveniently located half way between the town of Lake Lure and the Ingles Supermarket. It is located on the Lake where the main channel meets the heart of the Lake, offering views that are magical. There is ample parking right next to the house for easy access. Also there is a gently sloped walkway leading to the lake and boathouse. Once at the lake there is a conveniently located lakeside cabana with a functioning bathroom to save trips back to the house when nature calls. When the sun sets, the views from the boathouse deck are hard to beat. Everything is in place for a perfect vacation week.
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Photos
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The porch on the upper level is air conditioned. The lower porch has a hammock.
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The Queen of The Lake from the parking area. Just a few steps down to the entry.
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The dining table will seat the whole gang, if you can keep'em inside long enough
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A short meandering path leads you to the swimming area with steps into the water
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The lakefront cabana has a mini-fridge and a half bath.
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This picture shows the mountain view from the upper deck.
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One of two bedrooms with twin beds.
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The fourth bedroom is located downstairs with an adjacent covered porch.
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Spectacular Lake View from The Queen of The Lake
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The wonderful great room with a fireplace for chilly Fall nights.
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The updated kitchen has room for all the cook's helpers.
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Our Iso-Thermal weather means you can enjoy autumn days in your shirtsleeves
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The kitchen door leads to the upper deck for grilling and outside meals.
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The master bedroom suite features a queen-sized bed.
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The second bedroom with twin beds.
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The convenient double sized hide-a-bed located in the library.
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