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Mountain Rest Vacation Rental | 1BR | 1BA | 750 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Dock
Main Interior Space | Free WiFi | Cable TV | Central A/C
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Lake view

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Mountain Rest, SC
  • Place, Oconee State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Yellow Branch Falls
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Mountain Rest Cottage w/ Gas Fireplace!

Escape to the peaceful South Carolina forest during your stay at this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental cottage in Mountain Rest. Guests can spend afternoons traversing the miles upon miles of hiking and biking trails that surround the community, or just take it easy and enjoy local bluegrass musicians on weekends! Return to spend evenings relaxing on the covered porch as the day slowly fades to night or cozy up in front of the fireplace for a movie night.

-- THE PROPERTY --

Private Seasonal Dock w/ Canoe | Free WiFi (55.89 Mbps) | Pet Friendly w/ Fee

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Living Room: Full Daybed

STEP OUTSIDE: Furnished deck, gas grill (bring your own Coleman green gas canisters)
INDOOR LIVING: TVs w/ Dish Network, DVD player, dining table, gas fireplace
KITCHEN: Electric stove, drip coffee maker, microwave, toaster, cooking & dining basics
GENERAL: Central A/C, linens/towels
FAQ: Stairs required, homeowner on-site, no fence before lake, pet fee (paid pre-trip)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

ON THE WATER: Crystal Lake - kayaking, swimming (on-site), NOC Chattooga Outpost (9 miles), Earl's Ford Put-in on Section III of the Chattooga River (10 miles), Kayaking / Rafting Put-in on Section IV of the Chattooga River (14 miles)
HIT THE TRAILS: Stumphouse Mountain Bike Park (2 miles), Blue Ridge Railroad Trailhead (2 miles), Oconee State Park (4 miles), Foothills Trail - Cheohee Road Access (7 miles), Lee Falls Trailhead (18 miles), Foothills Trail - Upper Whitewater Falls Trail Access (19 miles), Tallulah Gorge State Park (32 miles)
NEARBY: Stumphouse Tunnel (2 miles), Yellow Branch Falls (3 miles), Blue Hole Falls (8 miles), Walhalla (12 miles), Oconee Station State Historic Site (13 miles), Goats On The Roof (24 miles)
AIRPORT: Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (67 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property is not suitable for children under 5 due to the unfenced lake access
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on site, in a separate unit next door with a shared deck and may be present during your stay
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Lake view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Mountain Rest

Located in Mountain Rest, this cottage is on a lake. Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel and Oconee Station State Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Keowee Key Golf Course and Keowee Key Fitness & Tennis Center. Walhalla Performing Arts Center and Gateway Arts Center are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Mountain Rest, SC

What's nearby

  • Oconee State Park - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Yellow Branch Falls - 7 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Oconee County Library - 10 min drive - 12.5 km
  • Chattooga River - 11 min drive - 14.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Habanero's Mexican Grill - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Stumphaus Taproom - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Oktoberfest - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Trailhead Tavern - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Carolina Pizza Company - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Rest Cottage w/ Gas Fireplace! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Rest Cottage w/ Gas Fireplace!?

As of 18 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Rest Cottage w/ Gas Fireplace! on 27 May, 2026 start from S$212, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Mountain Rest Cottage w/ Gas Fireplace!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Rest Cottage w/ Gas Fireplace!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Rest Cottage w/ Gas Fireplace! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel and within 6 miles (10 km) of Oconee State Park and Yellow Branch Falls. Oconee County Library and Oconee Military Museum at Patriots Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Remote and quiet. Able to totally relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DeAnne H.

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

Great getaway

Just wanted seclusion and privacy - this was a perfect place to work and close to all of the wonderful waterfalls and hiking. We'll be back :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janie S.

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

PERFECT GETAWAY

We needed to escape the rat race of Atlanta and bring our 2 little dogs. This rustic place is private, has a wonderful private lake that we were able to go canoeing. We enjoyed a spectacular hiking trip to nearby Yellow branch Falls. Very friendly owner who lives nearby provided helpful information. We look forward to returning back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Stan O.

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

Very relaxing

Things went really good. No problems
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

melanie b.

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

Very secluded

Nice place to stay. Could be cleaner and would have been nice to know the shower didn’t work. But bath tub was clean so bath it was. Nice place but could use a little updating and better cleaning staff. Overall nice quiet stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

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

Peaceful Lake View

If you are looking for a quiet getaway overlooking a lake in the South Carolina mountains, this place will suit you well. Had coffee on the front deck looking out at the lake each morning, listening to the Hooded Warbler singing away. We had a nice paddle around the lake in the canoe, and John (owner who was in the next door of the duplex) told us how to find the pretty little waterfall that feeds the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Nancy P.

Good location for resting

Some surprises but adequate for the low price. Be sure to ask all questions: central air? Bed sizes? Bathroom size?
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Charles

Nice and close to lake

Perfect for me and my son's little fishing trip. Nice and tidy spot. A little different that the cabin is connected to the residence, but we had no issues. No central air or heat, but they provide space heaters which helped on our one chilly night. If you want to disconnect, this is the place. Very few channels on TV and no cell service. The proximity to the lake was perfect and you're not too far from town for some decent dining options. Overall, very nice time spent.
Verified

8/10 Good

Lisa R.

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

Rough start

It was very difficult to get instructions on how to get into the property, the management company was useless. We called VRBO directly and got a clear and concise answer. The weekend turned out great! We hiked all around, swam a lot and hung out on the porch with a superb view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandi B.

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

Absolute Relaxation!

I chose this property because I was looking for somewhere with a large,covered porch and a water view. This trip was all about rest and relaxation. That is exactly what I got. My mother and I arrived around 4pm on Friday and we did not leave the house until we left for home on Sunday morning. It was so peaceful! No noise from highways. No people. If you are looking for a place to take a “mental health break,” this place is perfect for it. We have already decided we will go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marci

Quite Enjoyable

We stayed 5 nights in April. The weather was a mix of chilly and warm so the fireplace was lovely. The view is spectacular. We enjoyed kayaking around the lake and hiking on nearby trails. I did not realize this cabin was actually attached to the owner's home. That may have bothered me if they were home, but they were not, so we had complete privacy. The cabin is located in a neighborhood so you are not totally alone, but because it is located at a dead end, you don't realize it. Nice area to walk in. The bed was comfortable. The TV did not offer much reception. All in all, we loved it and would stay again.
Verified

6/10 Okay

tanya s.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Lovely scenery of the lake.

i was a little surprised that the owners property was joining the rental, i was aware that the owner may be onsite, i was aware that the owner was a neighbor, so i cant say i was falsely told. However when ever i was on the rental porch the owner could see and hear everything, not that it mattered but made me uncomfortable. The property was clean , however it needs some love. I didn't mind the appliances were outdated. However the A/C was a small unit in the bedroom window with a floor fan, to the living room . Love the fact that we did use the canoe . ........I cant rate this property high, as comparing it to many others at that price were i think it's a little over priced
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Tanya, we're so glad that you enjoyed the property and canoeing! We strive to make every listing as accurate as possible, as it's one of our Core 4 Property Standards. The listing pictures do show both the adjoining property and the A/C unit, but we apologize for any confusion. The homeowner is committed to giving every guest a 5-star experience and knows how important privacy is to every guest, but we're sorry if the property layout was different than your expectations. We carefully set competitive rates for each listing after a thorough analysis of the property itself and the surrounding area. In the future, please don't hesitate to reach out to Evolve directly with any questions or concerns about a booking - our Travel Advisors are here to help 7 days a week. We thank you for taking the time to leave us a review, and we hope to travel with you again soon! Best, the Evolve Team
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor G.

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

Crystal Lake

Had an amazing experience!! Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lindsay

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

Perfect for a distraction-free, unplugged get-away

A very quiet setting right under a canopy of trees and a stone’s throw from the lake. If you’re looking to unplug from the high-paced distractions of life, this remote rental is wonderful. They do have internet, so you don’t have to be completely off the grid. The little local town is only about 10mins away which is convenient, and has some decent restaurants. As the listing states, it’s definitely not for families with children under 5. But great for a couple’s get-away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Kenneth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Bare Essentials

The owner of this place we met. He’s nice but here’s my take on this. If you’re interested in a good no frills base station to drop in and hike the nearby trails and see waterfalls, this place will do. Access to the lake is strenuous. Steep decline/incline. Kitchen appliances and cookware were old and outdated but functional. Small portable gas grill cooked 2 steaks at a time(bring your own screw on propane canister?). On the upside, peaceful, quiet ( when there’s no contractors in the way) and a great rocking chair porch overlooking the woods below. Bed were comfortable. *limited cell phone coverage and very few and basic tv channels(if you have a child it could be of importance). There’s is a DVD player. Around 10 miles round trip to grocery stores/restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Linda L.

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

Relaxing & quiet

Very peaceful & beautiful overlooking lake crystal .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

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

Beautiful Nature

Was a great experience. Owner very kind and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marsha n.

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

Location, Location, Location

Not fancy, but clean. Very quiet and relaxing looking through the woods onto the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth d.

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

Quiet with lovely view

This is an excellent place to REST! Very quiet, trees are gorgeous and the lake is lovely. We slept so good and we will be back again! Nearby hiking was excellent, not too steep and not too easy...just right for us anyway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott V.

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

Our 25th anniversary getaway

This cottage was "back to nature" in that we felt like we were the only one on the lake. It was quiet, had everything we needed, and a little we didn't know we needed. This is a place we wood love to come back to again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

liz e.

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

Good times

We had an excellent time and the cabin was in perfect location to visit a ton of waterfalls!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

6/10 Okay

Alison D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful Area

The area is absolutely beautiful. The host is very accommodating. I am a clean FREAK - and with the current pandemic - I am overly critical of cleanliness. We stayed, but it did not meet my standards for cleanliness.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Eugene S.

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

Disappointed

I’m not even sure where to begin, the road into this location is not the best, certainly did not look like a cabin. But what bothered me the most is what poor condition the property was in. The linoleum in the bathroom was worn through, I was afraid the faucets were going to fall off the tub. I really don’t think the oven had ever, ever been cleaned. The towels were hard as rocks. This might be a place where a bunch of fishermen might crash for a few nights, But certainly not a husband and wife team. Mislead about the Internet, we probably had four or five channels on the TV. I had no service on my iPhone. We left a day early because I couldn’t stand the thoughts of spending another night there.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec, 2020
Hi Eugene, the right vacation home is everything, and we're disappointed this wasn't the one for you. We followed up with the homeowners, who wanted to share the following: - We're sorry that our cabin didn't exceed your expectations. We did inform you before your arrival that cell service was spotty in the area. While we can't improve the coverage from cell companies, we will be having fiber-optic cable installed in the ground soon that guests can enjoy a better internet connection at the cottage. - We can assure you the linoleum is not worn, though we do plan to upgrade it this winter. The bathroom faucets are fine as well. - We apologize that you didn't like the towels and hope you appreciated the replacement towels that we brought over right away. - We are also sorry for the state of the oven. We have addressed this with our cleaning crew to make sure it is cleaned in between each guest stay. We hope the partial refund granted helped make up for the inconvenience you felt. We work hard to provide a spotless place to stay with a beautiful lake, incredible waterfalls, hiking, and biking trails.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Norina C.

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

lovely secluded gateway

ugh, we just loved this place! The Lake is absolutely amazing. So many hiking trails around, we chased about 3-4 Waterfalls. Our dog had a grand time as well, we will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

John T.

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

Peace and quiet!

Very out of the way and quiet. Centrally located for the area. The provided canoe and use of the dock and lake added to the stay.

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