❤️WELCOME BACK TO THE LAKE - MAY 23rd Opening Day! - Modern Waterfront Retreat❤️
✨ Welcome to Hickory Nut Landing on Hummingbird Cove ✨Lake Lure is writing a beautiful comeback story. After Hurricane Helene, the waters are steadily returning, and with them the spirit and resilience of this beloved lake. By April 2026, only the last few feet will remain to be filled, and May 1, 2026 is the anticipated date for full pond—a joyful return to swimming, boating, and life on the water. We are grateful for the strength of this place and excited to welcome you back to its beauty. .Come experience the natural beauty and tranquility of Lake Lure—one of the most stunning destinations in North Carolina, no matter the season. Our lakefront home, Hickory Nut Landing, is thoughtfully remodeled inside and out to combine modern comfort, stylish design, and the perfect setting for memorable family vacations.
🏡 Spacious & Inviting Interior
Step into a wall of windows on the main floor that floods the home with light and frames breathtaking mountain and lake views. The open floor plan makes gathering easy and enjoyable: • A large living room with three plush couches for relaxing • A dining table that seats eight guests comfortably • A fully equipped kitchen with an oversized granite island
The kitchen is stocked for chefs and families alike: drip coffee maker with filters, toaster, blender (hello, frozen vacation drinks!), plus plenty of cabinet space for your groceries. There’s even a cozy nook perfect for board games, cards, and puzzles.
📺 Comfort & Entertainment
Upstairs, a den provides a second hangout space for TV watching or streaming with your own subscriptions. Unlimited Wi-Fi keeps everyone connected.
🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements • King bedroom – spacious, lake-facing with morning sun views • Queen bedroom – spacious, lake-facing with morning sun views • Bunk room – two upper twin bunks (for kids only), one lower twin, and one double bed
Both bathrooms are recently renovated, with a walk-in shower downstairs for convenience.
🌊 Outdoor Living at Its Best
The beauty of Lake Lure is right outside your door. Choose your perfect spot to relax: • Brand-new boathouse deck with panoramic views • Covered dock on our quiet cove • Shaded side patio for lounging • Lower house screened porch with comfy eating & an air hockey table
For outdoor fun, we provide: • 4 kayaks (2 adult, 2 child-sized) • 2 stand-up paddleboards • A gas grill for easy cookouts
Our cove offers calm, safe waters perfect for swimming and playing—ideal for families with kids. The boathouse accommodates your own boat or a rental, with bumpers and cleats ready for use.
🐾 Pet-Friendly Stays
We welcome 1–2 small or medium dogs (up to 50 lbs). We provide bowls and tennis balls for your pup, but please bring pet towels if you have a swimmer. To keep the home comfortable for everyone, pets are not allowed on furniture or beds. (Sorry—no large dogs or cats.)
🌟 Why Guests Love Hickory Nut Landing • Quiet cove setting with incredible views • Spacious home, beautifully remodeled • Perfect for families (up to 6 adults + kids in bunk room) • Easy access to all that Lake Lure offers
📌 A Few Notes • Exterior security camera at the front door (for your safety, never inside) • No local bookings accepted at this time • Not located within Rumbling Bald Resort community
We invite you to relax, recharge, and create lasting memories at our magical Lake Lure retreat.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No unregistered guests allowed on the property without owner permission.
We love dogs, but they are not allowed on the beds or furniture.
We cannot accept local guests at this time.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Frequently asked questions
Is ❤️WELCOME BACK TO THE LAKE - Ultimate Waterfront Vacation Retreat❤️ pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at ❤️WELCOME BACK TO THE LAKE - MAY 23rd Opening Day! - Modern Waterfront Retreat❤️?
As of 2 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ❤️WELCOME BACK TO THE LAKE - MAY 23rd Opening Day! - Modern Waterfront Retreat❤️ on 6 Apr 2026 start from £225, 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 at ❤️WELCOME BACK TO THE LAKE - Ultimate Waterfront Vacation Retreat❤️?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at ❤️WELCOME BACK TO THE LAKE - Ultimate Waterfront Vacation Retreat❤️?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at ❤️WELCOME BACK TO THE LAKE - Ultimate Waterfront Vacation Retreat❤️?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is ❤️WELCOME BACK TO THE LAKE - Ultimate Waterfront Vacation Retreat❤️ located?
This family-friendly Lake Lure holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Lure and Lake Lure Adventure Company. Chimney Rock Adventure Golf and Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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We did enjoy our stay and the host was very easy to work with and responded quickly
Christa H.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Dec 2025
We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback and are glad you enjoyed our home over Thanksgiving. We were glad to accommodate your requested early check-in, late checkout, and provide the crockpot you asked for.
During your stay, lake levels were temporarily lower due to ongoing recovery efforts at the lake following storm impacts, which can affect water levels and views at times. This is why we referenced the lake recovery in our description, changed our rates to reflect the temporary situation, and greatly appreciate the understanding of the guests who choose to stay with us.
We appreciate your stay and wish you well in your future travels.
Our family enjoyed the lake house. The accommodations were wonderful. It’s right on the lake and the views were beautiful! Lovely place to celebrate our Dad’s 80th birthday.
This is a great property on a quiet cove on Lake Lure. So peaceful! The deck spaces were so expansive. Indoors, the place was clean and roomy- great views in the living room & dining room. We had good communication with Marissa and happy we could stay after the Helene hit the area in the fall. We wish the community the best as it rebuilds Chimney Rock.
Everything was perfect at this house. Marissa answered question right away. House was super clean and photos were accurate as the website. We would definitely stay again
Nice! Quiet, relaxing memorial Day weekend getaway
Yes the lake was closed and off limits but that meant nobody else was using it so it was nice and quiet. Serene and relaxing. Just what we wanted. Talk about unobstructed views. This place has got one killer view! And if you can't swim in the lake or use it, you better be able to look at it
The view is one of the best in the area!
Super fun for kids to go out and around the house to explore on downtime
Probaly the cleanest place I’ve been to
The driveway is a bit steep but once you do it once it’s not a big deal
Also the first time we went down the drive was night time and we are from
Florida so not used to slopes
Most cozy and charming place !
Hala S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2023
Thrilled to hear that you had such a great stay. We strive for an impeccably clean house and the view really is something to behold. While our driveway/parking area is directly off of our road and is completely flat, the roads around our mountain lake can seem steeper at first, especially if you are coming from flat land. Come back and see us any time!
If you’re looking for a quiet place on the lake this place is perfect. The cove was perfect for swimming, floating, and using the kayaks/paddle boards. The outdoor spaces invited you to lounge and gather. Home was clean and comfortable having all of the household amenities one could need. We look forward to returning!
We’ve stayed around Lake Lure for almost a decade and this is our favorite house. We love everything about it especially the beautiful boathouse deck. Planning to return in the fall.
We highly recommend this beautiful lake house! Our family of four and plus our dog had a great time staying here for a week of relaxation. The new dock was perfect for docking our boat and the house was well stocked with everything needed including Apples to Apples (and other board games and puzzles). Loved it!
We had a great vacation with our youngest two boys. The house was perfect for our family. Beds were comfortable, nice linens. The bunk beds being close to the master bedroom was perfect. The kitchen was well equipped for cooking meals. The outdoor space was everything we needed and the covered porch was very relaxing. We loved the property and would visit again.
My family and I have stayed in this lovely home on multiple occasions over the years. There are 6 of us, two adults and 4 children. It is perfect for our crew. The house is comfortable and cozy. The view of the lake and surrounding mountains is gorgeous. The boathouse and dock area have been remodeled and are beautiful. We love coming here and can't wait to get back.
We took our four granddaughters to Marissa’s lake cabin for a week. As we walked in we were greeted by soft music, beautiful decor, and a tray of brownies. The girls had a blast on the lake and we were not too far from Asheville and Charlotte. We have stayed at several VRBOs over the years and they have been good, but this was definitely one of our favorite stays.
Bambi E.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2023
Thanks so much Bambi! Your family was a treat to host and we would love to have you again. Can't recommend this traveler enough!
This was such a peaceful and quiet experience to spend time with classmates of 70 years. The view from all front windows was just spectacular and stunning. Very accommodating except for stairs for seniors.
We thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend here: the setting was beautiful during the day, the stars were amazing at night, and it was wonderfully quiet. We loved the open concept and the view downstairs. Marissa was incredibly responsive to our requests and the weekend was over way too fast. We enjoyed hiking at Chimney Rock as well as Eagle Rock (especially the Tunnel Trail).
We hope to return for another visit!
Other than having to share 1 bathroom if you didn’t want to walk down steep stairs in the middle of the night, this was a very nice lake cottage. Perfect for our needs. If you don’t mind a few steep steps it’s very Comfortable with a beautiful view and easy access to the lake. Could use a little more in the kitchen and the boat dock needs work. I would definitely stay there again.
Overall it was a wonderful stay. The outside has some deferred maintenance that could be hard for smaller children or older people to navigate. When we were there the lake must have been high because there was no Beach. Cute little cove with a wonderful view.
Susan T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2023
Glad to hear that you had a good visit. We strive for a flawless stay, and will take a look at our outside spaces to make sure they are at their best.
While there is a man-made sandy spot for littles to play in, our house is waterfront, but it does not include a beach.
Please come back and see us anytime.
About the host
Hosted by Marissa Brooks
We've been renovating everyone else's property for years and are so excited to get to do one for our family and for yours! Chad grew up on the water, fishing and tooling around in boats of all sizes so this is a dream come true. Come share our lake house dream.
Why they chose this property
The history of a place, or a home is important to our family and this house on Hummingbird Cove really spoke to that sense of place and time. We bought the house from a family that had owned it for over forty years. Their strong connection to the lake was passed on to us and we have tried to honor that relationship between the house, the community and the lake itself.
What makes this property unique
There are lots of houses on the lake, this one stands alone for having all the "pieces" perfectly put together to create a magical vacation. The quiet cove for swimming and kayaking, the big lake for adventures, thoughtfully renovated and decorated spaces to make inside as inviting as the beauty outside and the attention to detail that meant the world to us, and hopefully to your family as well.
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