Ideal Mountain Lodge Living on Lake Toxaway

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A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, large windows offering a view of a forest, a television, a sofa, and a dining table.
A wooden dock extending into a lake, surrounded by trees and a small building.
A rustic cabin interior with a wooden staircase, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window overlooking greenery.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden ceiling, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and a kitchen area.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Lake Toxaway, NC
  • Place, Lake Toxaway
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Jocassee
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Place, Western Carolina University
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Other Space 1

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

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About the area

Lake Toxaway

Located in Lake Toxaway, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Gorges State Park and Toxaway Game Land reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute and Cashiers Farmers Market. Waterskiing and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Lake Toxaway, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Toxaway - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 31 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Lake Keowee - 39 min drive - 53.9 km
  • Western Carolina University - 48 min drive - 59.9 km
  • Fred W. Symmes Chapel - 52 min drive - 61.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Olde Station at Lake Toxaway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dining Hall - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Los Vaqueros - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Panthertown Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Forks of the River Taproom - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ideal Mountain Lodge Living on Lake Toxaway pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ideal Mountain Lodge Living on Lake Toxaway?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ideal Mountain Lodge Living on Lake Toxaway?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ideal Mountain Lodge Living on Lake Toxaway located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Lake Toxaway. Gorges State Park is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful Lake Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Such a pretty & picturesque property in a beautiful little cove off main lake. Location couldn't be better & owners have a new dock that makes water-life & activities super easy.Home was very clean, spacious, and the rental company very accommodating!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall we had a wonderful vacation. The house is comfortable and large in a fabulous location. We had everything we needed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect Summer Spot

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the most wonderful family vacation at Lakeside Retreat. Lake Toxaway was the perfect destination for our family and the house was set up beautifully for our group of seven. We have young children and the house was great for all ages. We are already planning to return next summer. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lake, Puzzles, Porch and Family fun

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a lovely time in this lake front home. We loved the outdoor gardens, the dock, the kayaks and the porch and puzzle table. We vacationed here with our 4 grown kids and one set of grandparents... so 8 of us all together and we had amazing, relaxing time together!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great home in Lake Toxaway
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome for Large Family

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This house provided our group of 8 adults and 6 kids with the perfect lake getaway. It is located on a quiet cove which is great for swimming. House is comfortable with second refrigerator. Would definitely stsay here again. The pics make it look a bit dated byt the house is much nicer than the pictures show.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
There were utensils missing—namely cheese grater and wine bottle opener.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lake Toxaway vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a blast! House was great, easy to access the lake from, and in very good condition. Did everything we wanted to do in the area, from gem mining with the grandchildren to golf. Definitely hope to go back again soon!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Regan family vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The accommodations were perfect for our family...comfortable bedrooms, well stocked kitchen , ample space for activities, convenient dock and helpful staff. Both Rachel Schneider & Dave Guest were extremely helpful during our stay.I would definitely recommend this property to friends.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Family Lake House Retreat!!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fantastic trip and Lakeside Retreat could not have been better!!JD
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Nice but overgrown

The house is nice, dark, and cozy with all the appliances you need. The beds were comfortable. On the downside, the shrubs and trees are overgrown and it would help the lake experience to trim back. Dock is minimal. Wood floors are spreading apart which create a hazard when barefoot. Lots of spiders and jurassic size ants inside house and downstairs is damp and musty.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely, well equipped home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We spent at week at Lakeside Retreat The house had everything anyone could want and more.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice House on Toxaway

We had a great 3 weeks! Thanks!
Stayed 21 nights in May 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Family reunion and what fun we had. House could not have been more perfect. Kids had their own quarters and we had ours. Only think I would have liked a bit more clearing of some branches to be able to see more of the lake.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Great Stay!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed there for the past 6 years and will go back next year.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

great getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall we had a wonderful time. The house has great bones and is in a terrific location. Management was promptly responsive with any issue we had. Cleaning could have been a little better in the kitchen and on the porches. Note to owner: we seemed to have an influx of spiders and ants inside (landscape trimming would help). Also, there were no tubes in the storage area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lake Toxaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: What a great place! We had a wonderful time and plan to return.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

We had fun!

The home is in a great location. It is roomy and adequately furnished. The fireplace is great. Negatives: needs trees and bushes trimmed as view of lake is somewhat obscured by overgrown bushes and trees. Cooking utensils, silverware, knives etc. need to all be replaced. These two concerns are meant constructively. All that said.....we would rent there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great rental

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property was in great shape - Clean, neat, everything in good working condition!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay at Lakeside Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We could not have had a better experience. The beautiful lakeside home accommodated 8 of us comfortably and we all had a wonderful time. Dave Guest, the manager, also provided us with excellent service.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Our stay at Lake Toxaway

Everything was perfect. Tom, our agent, did a great job as well. Lake Toxaway is beautiful. It was our first time there from Mississippi.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

We had 10 folks who all enjoyed the house & activities.

Property was clean, well-maintained, suitable for our 3 families. No major issues were experienced.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
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