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Lake James Historic Couple's Retreat 10 mins from Lake James, on Wine Circuit

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Three people seated at an outdoor table with a stone wall backdrop, documents, a bottle, and a glass of water.
A two-story house with a front porch, a flag, and a mailbox.
A grassy field with a wooden fence and two trees.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, and a patterned rug.
A cozy kitchen with wooden walls, a stove, and a dining table with chairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Ping pong onsite
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.

Popular amenities

  • Ski lift privileges
  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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Nebo, NC
  • Place, Pisgah National Forest
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Silver Fork Winery
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake James
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Nebo

Located in Nebo, this vacation home is in a rural area and on a lake. Historic Carson House and History Museum of Burke County are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Jamestown Flea Market and Morganton Heights. Traveling with kids? Consider The Outpost and Bouncin' Kids. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding.
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Nebo, NC

What's nearby

  • Pisgah National Forest - 2 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Silver Fork Winery - 7 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Silver Creek Plantation Golf Club - 9 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Lake James - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Lake James State Park - 10 min drive - 10.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Silver Fork Winery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bantam Chef - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hook & Anchor Family Seafood - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Countryside BBQ - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake James Historic Couple's Retreat 10 mins from Lake James, on Wine Circuit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Lake James Historic Couple's Retreat 10 mins from Lake James, on Wine Circuit?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake James Historic Couple's Retreat 10 mins from Lake James, on Wine Circuit on Oct 25, 2026 start from $169, 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake James Historic Couple's Retreat 10 mins from Lake James, on Wine Circuit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake James Historic Couple's Retreat 10 mins from Lake James, on Wine Circuit?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake James Historic Couple's Retreat 10 mins from Lake James, on Wine Circuit located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pisgah National Forest, The Outpost, and Boat Beach. Lake James and Lake James State Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 54 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

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Check-in

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Communication

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Location

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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Very relaxing and great property
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a great time!

The property is a gem! We had a great time; very secluded. We got to see great wildlife as a bonus. I would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 6, 2020
Over the top nice guests and took extreme care of our beloved home!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great Stay

Our family had a wonderful time at this place. The home and land are beautiful. It was peaceful and relaxing. The owners are very helpful and great to work with. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 4, 2020
Thank you Kristy.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place

Loved the house antique country style. Very comfortable and spacious. Very clean. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 4, 2020
These are the guests that everyone wants. Extremely nice and kept the home in extremely good condition! Come back anytime for 10% off the regular rate!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Retreat

This was a comfortable and relaxing getaway spot. It is exactly as described in the listing and was very clean. We are history buffs and really enjoyed looking at all the antiques and family photos on display. It was very convenient for our kayaking trip on Lake James and we enjoyed the winery next door and a nearby brewery. Our dogs had a great time too! We definitely want to return for a longer visit!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 8, 2022
Terrific guests that we’d have back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

History and a Peaceful Rest

My husband and I stayed with our 2 dogs for the weekend, I wish the trip was longer. The house had so much history and the shower and bed were great! Very nice place to stay! The views were amazing and the sunrise was gorgeous. The yard was great for the dogs and the driveway was a nice walk. Close to Lake James, where we kayaked all day for a fishing tournament. Close to Marion where we hiked to Toms Creek Falls *dogs allowed*. Great vacation!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 23, 2022
We very much enjoyed Christi! They took great care of the home and the dogs were well trained and no problems whatsoever. We welcome everyone back again sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Run-away

What a great place to run away to get away from it all. I was able to work remotely for my work with the available WiFi while I sat on the front porch enjoying the gorgeous view of the hills. The host and hostess was very responsive. It is a place to come back to,
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 21, 2021
Beth can come back anytime! She’s very respectful, took good care of the house, and the perfect person to rent to on all levels!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place to unwind

This property is amazing. The historic house is beautiful and takes you back to a simpler time but still has modern conveniences. Private location with beautiful scenery. The hosts are next door if you need anything yet they are very discreet. Comfortable beds and the ping pong table was a welcome bonus. Lake James is gorgeous and serene. We wanted to get away from the hustle and bustle and this trip did not disappoint. We would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2022
Thank you very much and we appreciate you being very neat and respectful!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Christmas Visit

We visited family that live in the area for Christmas. This home met all of our needs. It is roomy enough for a small family and the surrounding property is quiet and peaceful. You will catch deer hanging on the property nearly everyday. The house is clean and has virtually everything you need to make your stay a comfortable one. If you like to hike, the woods behind the property offer some beautiful scenery. Daniel and Ellen are great hosts and make sure you have everything you need. This is our second stay on the property and we would come back for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 4, 2020
Very courteous, very neat, and very nice!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

So Peaceful and Quiet

This was such a great place to unwind after a busy work week. We were able to rent it on a day's notice, and drive up after work on a Friday evening. The house sets back off the road down a long gravel lane. It's an old two story farmhouse that is actually the owner's homeplace, and it's furnished with lovely old furniture and antiques. It was also quite comfortable with individual climate control in each room. We spent most of the weekend just relaxing at the house, but we did go out to eat a couple of times. I have celiac disease, and we were able to find several restaurants nearby with great gluten-free options. We also visited the winery next door and enjoyed talking with the owner and listening to the band. Each morning we'd sit outside and have coffee, and watch the deer and turkeys. The deer would come up quite close and seemed to enjoy watching us as much as we enjoyed watching them! We hated to go home when Sunday rolled around, but we look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 4, 2020
Thank you so much for the very nice review and you’re welcome back anytime the home’s available!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A really special place!

We had an extended stay here while building our house in Morganton. The house sits on 100 acres in a quiet area of Nebo, and while you feel like you are way out in the country, the interstate is minutes away giving easy access to nearby attractions such as wineries and Lake James. Morganton, with a variety of restaurant options, is about 15 minutes away. There is a 1/2 mile drive from the main road to the house which cuts through two huge fields of the property. A "resident" herd of about 15 deer wander through the fields early morning and in the evening. The owners, Daniel and Ellen, are a wonderful couple who live close by and are responsive to any needs you may have while respecting your privacy. Their number one concern is for you to be comfortable-and you will be! Upon our arrival, we were welcomed with a vase of fresh flowers, chocolates, and a bottle of wine from a nearby winery with a lovely note that included a history of the house. A very nice touch! This is a very charming house. It is rustic, but very nicely appointed with period furniture. We found it to be impeccably clean. The kitchen is rather small but fully equipped and there is a nice dining table and chairs. A new Weber grill is available for use on the front porch. The one bathroom is in the middle of the house and not attached to the bedroom on the main floor, as with most "modern" houses. But, this is not a modern house! The tub/shower has plenty of hot water and a great water pressure. There is one large sink to share. The towels, bed linens and bed covers are quality. There is a laundry room area with a washer and dryer to use, if needed. The house is furnished mostly with lamps that you turn on at the source. One of the charms of this lovely restored home! The bathroom does have a wall switch to turn on a light as you enter and there is also a wall switch for an upstairs hall light. For house "entertainment" the living room is equipped with a flat screen TV with satellite and a DVD player. A ping pong table is upstairs. Our cell phones worked fine. Due to the country location, the internet was occasionally "persnickety", but certainly functional, and Daniel was always just a call away to help with any minor troubleshooting. In summation, we loved staying here (and so did our dog!!!). It is so peaceful and quiet you will feel like you are miles from "everywhere". It is rustic, but very comfortable, and a perfect place to relax. Highly recommended.
Stayed 27 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 4, 2020
Mindy and Tommy are a terrific couple and extremely mannerly, incredibly neat, and a landlord’s dream.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it

Beautiful old family farm house. We really enjoyed our four day stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Quiet Retreat

Great location near the Pisgah National Forest for day trips to waterfalls, hiking, golfing, wineries, breweries or into Asheville. The house is comfortable and inviting.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly recommend

Beautiful property and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on May 20, 2022
Extremely nice couple and we enjoyed Henry and Liam also!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Charming Historic Farm House

We loved the history shared here in this farmhouse. Excellent location for a peaceful quiet get a way. Visited Lake James state park, Black Mountain downtown, and the South Creek Winery ( right next door). Ellen and Daniel were very welcoming, friendly, gracious hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Farmhouse experience

So much ambiance. Peaceful and tucked away but not far off the main roads. Loved sitting at the breakfast table on the porch overlooking hay fields. Everything was comfortable (beds chairs sofas). There was a hammock, a little grill and a ping pong table. I appreciated that there were soaps and shampoos and coffee filters. And a hairdryer. Really the best blend of what you would expect at a hotel and the comfort of a home. I wrote to the owner Twice before our stay and the answers came almost immediately. For my first VRBO this was a wonderful experience. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved it

Nice quiet spot about 15 minutes from Lake James. Daniel and Ellen were great and very helpful! Our dog loved it also, great places to walk both on the property and at the lake nearby. There is a winery right next door with live music and tastings that was so much fun! So relaxing, would definitely come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

No better place to unwind & recharge!

The rich family history that dates back to the Civil War and the displays throughout show the love of the land. Must see to believe!
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 25, 2021
These two gentlemen/brothers were a pleasure to have and we hope they come back sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely lovely!!

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our time relaxing in this most lovely home. It truly seemed as if we stepped back in time and were welcomed into the family home. 💕 Watching the deer graze in the back yard was sweet. The bed was comfortable. WiFi was good. Very quick response. Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 24, 2021
Extremely courteous and welcome back anytime. The home looked like nobody had even been in there!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

Great experience. Nice historical house. Good place for well behaved dogs. Priced like a hotel but much better amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded All Expectations

What an incredible experience! The location was great. The house itself was clean, the owners communicative and more than helpful and friendly. I would highly recommend this stay. It's a great couples retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic

Wish I could give ten stars! A++++ Lots to do in this area - hiking, wineries, breweries. The house and hosts were top notch.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 29, 2020
Thank you Jennifer! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and hope you will return sometime. The weather was great for you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy getaway

We stayed in this cozy old house for a weekend of fall hiking and loved the feeling of being off the grid while still having close access to a lot. The property is beautiful and has a lot of deer. There is a fun ping pong table upstairs and the bathroom is small but fully functional and clean. The decor really takes you back in time and we enjoyed taking a closer look at it all, almost as if you're in a museum. Daniel and Ellen are very nice and helpful too!
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 3, 2020
Extremely nice couple that is always welcome to come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Warm and cozy

I felt like I was in a home away from home. I appreciated the details of the decor! Everything you need is thought thru and available. If you like rustic and rural, it's the place. The only negative for us was the location was further from Asheville than we would have preferred.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 27, 2020
An owner’s dream couple
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful views! Amazing hosts!

The view from the house was gorgeous, you see deer on the property daily. The house is older but comfortable. The hosts Ellen and Daniel were very friendly, helpful and accommodating. We would definitely come back and stay.
Stayed 18 nights in Sep 2020
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