Dog Friendly. Mountain Views. Tiki Bar. High speed internet.
This lovely quaint little cottage is the perfect escape for everything you would need to enjoy the beautiful area of Lake Lure! Upon entry no need to worry about stairs, the cottage is roadside with parking adjacent to the house. This cottage was fully remodeled to provide all the necessities within a small package. There are two queen size built in bunk beds to accommodate four people, each with their own outlets and fans, this lets you feel like summer camp but more luxurious. There is also a pull out couch in the living room for a extra guest or two. The bathroom has a oversized subway tile shower as well as beautiful tiled floor. In the living room you will have the log cabin feel with all the wooded ceiling as well as throughout the sleeping areas as well. There is a large granite top island to prepare your dishes and also to have game nights and rewind from the day. This place is great inside but what really draws the attention is the outdoor areas. Outside the cottage there is a large seating area for grilling and relaxing. On the way down the stairs to the lake halfway down you will arrive at "The Ski Bar" a eclectic decorated bar of antiques, old ski gear, and all kinds of entertainment! The ski bar has a large wood slab bar along with neon lights! This bar will not disappoint with the views either! It has great lake views as well as a beautiful view of pilot mountain. From the bar down you will find another great area to either eat or lounge about from the day listening to the boats pass by or mother nature at its finest. From the deck you will be at Lake Lures water edge. The boathouse is situated back in a peaceful cove where swimming is one of the very best past times. Also, we do provide a canoe and paddle boat for those who would like to see more of the waterside of Lake Lure.
The house does have high speed internet. Please also be advised the house does not sit directly on the water and like most mountain lake homes has steps to get to the water and boathouse. If you have issues going up and down stairs this house is not suitable for you to access the water.
Important update. Post Helene the lake is in a rebuild state so the water level is currently down while they dredge the silt from beneath the water. The lake is currently closed for boating/ swimming until further notice. We are closing off the boat house area for safety but guests can still use the tiki bar and other outdoor areas. Please reach out with any questions. We will be happy to answer and assist
Property manager
Byron Marsh
Premier Host
Languages
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About the area
Lake Lure
Located in Lake Lure, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Canopy Ridge Farm and Riverside Riding Stables are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lake Lure Adventure Company and Lake Lure Beach and Water Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Chimney Rock Adventure Golf and Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Geneva Riverside Lodging and Tiki Bar & Grill - 21 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Canoe. Paddleboat.Dog friendly! Message for spring and summer. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).
What time is check-in at Canoe. Paddleboat.Dog friendly! Message for spring and summer.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Canoe. Paddleboat.Dog friendly! Message for spring and summer.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Canoe. Paddleboat.Dog friendly! Message for spring and summer. located?
This family-friendly Lake Lure holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Lake Lure, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Lure Adventure Company and Canopy Ridge Farm. Lake Lure Beach and Water Park and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Very much appreciated all the help and recommendations given by property owner. Enjoyed a quiet weekend in the mountain, home was centrally located for apple picking , eating out and our hikes at chimney rock.
You will NOT be disappointed! This home not only is super charming but has a history of how it came to be. They made sure we had everything we needed. Great communication from Byron! The queen bunk beds are very comfortable and the kids loves them! We enjoyed fishing, kayaking, paddle boating and jumping off of the back of the pontoon that was provided. We met some neighbors and they were very friendly. The ski bar is great! You can stay shaded while everyone is at the dock. Personally my favorite part was the hospitality that Barb showed us. I really enjoyed her company seeing as I was the only female in our group. This has been my favorite family trip so far! With my upmost gratitude to Byron and Barb; we thank you and can't wait to return.
We had an absolute blast here this weekend!! The property is so beautiful and the views are absolutely breathtaking. The "road" you're on is super quiet, maybe 6 cars total went by all weekend! There are ao many places you can sit and enoy the lake view.
Thank you so much Byron and family for creating such a lovely getaway! The pictures dont even do this place justice! They supplied everything we needed for the weekend which was super convenient. We will definitely use Lakedog Properties again in the future!
We had a wonderful week! Celebrated our 5th Anniversary! We come to the mountains very often but this trip was exceptional. The weather was perfect. The food was great. And this cabin was just right. Had everything we needed. The ski bar was great. Enjoyed a couple of meals down there. So cozy at night with all the colorful lights on. Just perfect!!
We enjoyed our first visit to Lake Lure. The cabin was cozy. Unfortunately I truly didn’t pay attention to the info about the steps. My fault. I think my husband and I will have to stay in a place with fewer steps next visit, as we are getting older now. Byron and Barbara were excellent hosts though and we really appreciated being able to bring our dog.
Nice cozy cottage at Lake Lure. Enjoyed canoeing, hiking, and biking in the area. It is also pet friendly which is a plus for me since I love to bring my dog along on outdoor adventures.
Fun small cottage across the street from lake Lure (you do have to cross a quite street to get to the steps to the lake). Along the way down the steps there are landings decorated in a creative bar theme. Pontoon boat (we didn’t rent) takes up the narrow water front. Wonderful area.
The hosts were awesome. Actually spoke to the host and met Mom. That goes a long way. As a result heard the story of where we stayed. Great history. But boy did it rain! We hung out and watched tv. Couldnt take advantage of the water amenities but that was really okay.
We had the pleasure of staying this past week. From the moment you walk in the front door you just feel at home. Barbara and Byron were more than accommodating and just genuinely good people. We would rent from them again anytime!
Great spot on the lake with a pontoon available and the best of hosts! Will definetly be back as well as booking with them with their other properties. Great communication, very respectful, and perfectly reasonable. Couldnt ask for better!
We booked this stay last minute and Byron was very communicative to ensure our stay met our expectations. The stay itself was very comfortable with eclectic decor that we loved. It fit our little family well and felt quite homey. The listing is accurate in showing the property. They had everything you needed + more, aside from food (obviously). We spoke to his mother several times nearby and she was a very kind woman who gave as recommendations for local places to stop by/visit. She also directed us to lake access nearby since we were not able to rent their boat. We look forward to coming back soon!
The Marsh house was just what we needed! Two large bunk beds, cozy kitchen equipped with all the tools and appliances plus a cute bathroom with a great shower! Best part was that our dogs could stay with us! It rained one of days but the house had Netflix so we just chilled with some movies. The roads to get to the house are pretty narrow and there wasn’t a lot of street lights --just go slow! That’s lake life!
My husband and I attended a wedding in Lake Lure and needed a place that would allow our new puppy. The location was great and we enjoyed the long walks overlooking the lake with the pup! Everyone was happy
We had the best time! So relaxing and quiet. Just what we needed. The view was breathtaking and we couldn’t have been more pleased. The owner is amazing! Loved getting to meet her! We would definitely like to come back! The cabin is super cute and cozy! Very clean and relaxing.
We had a wonderful visit to Byron's adorable cottage on Lake Lure. The property ended up being perfect for my family of 4 and two dogs. The property was better than advertised with a great location and easy access to the lake, two comfy queen bunks, fully stocked kitchen and extras of most everything. If you appreciate unique and funky you will appreciate all of the antiques that decorate the cottage and ski bar. Speaking of the ski bar, this was one of our favorite parts of the stay. We hung out there most every evening after playing in the lake all day. The vintage bar signs, lighting, and cool wood bar make it extra special. Byron and his mom Barbara were great hosts, excellent communicators, and extremely accommodating. Can't wait to book our next stay with them!
This little place was amazing and neat I loved the way it was decorated. I never would have thought a boat shed could be turned into something so cute and home feeling like this one did. Byron was super nice and very helpful. If I had anything negative to say would be that I wish the view was better can't really see the lake that great and you can only see it really good if you are sitting on the back of the boat. But other than that everything was amazing. Would stay agian for a short getaway.
We couldn't have asked for a better vacation. The house exceeded our expectations. Byron and Barbara were the kindest hosts we have ever had. Their communication with us was immediate and helpful. This little house is quirky and comfy and was stocked with the comforts of home. There are steps that go down to the ski bar, but what house in Lake Lure doesn't? Pretty much no house at the lake. What a lovely and sweet place this is. It provided the much rest and relaxation needed as well as let us get a glimpse into lake life. The boat rental was so much fun and not to mention beautiful. WOW. What a beautiful slice of North Carolina. Many many many thanks and we will be back!
Lindsey T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
About the host
Hosted by Byron Marsh
Hello all, I am a true Lake Lure and Asheville native. My family has been on the lake for over 50 years and we still own one of our original lakeside homes. I am also happy to call Asheville NC home for over 30 years, where I was able to spend most of my free time in the outdoors. From Asheville, I moved away for college and attended UNCC, go FORTY NINERS! After college and some nine to five jobs I finally became my own boss and launched a property management/real estate business. With the business operating since 2015 we have been successful in providing people with lifelong vacation experiences as well as providing longterm housing. While in my thirties I still find as much time to as possible to be outside and surrounded by water.
Why they chose this property
Nestled in the quiet setting within Lake Lures shoreline sits this quaint cottage. Our family purchased the property in 1985. The property has two houses on the land. The cottage first served as a boat storage facility while my parents ran the local marina in town. We then converted it to a man cave and then finally the cottage it is today, a unique tiny home! We maximized the small interior space by providing queen-size bunk beds, to accommodate four people. The bathroom has a larger feeling with its oversized walk in tiled shower. In the living room we have a pull out couch to accommodate one or two extra people.
The house is situated back in a peaceful cove and is located right off of Havnaers Point Circle. It has wonderful outdoor areas to relax and enjoy mother nature but also great areas for family time too!
The house is in close vicinity to Buffalo Creek Trailhead/Park, Legends Restaurant, Larkins Restaurant and 15 miles to town center.
This property gives you the ability to take in all the treasures that Lake Lure provides without breaking your wallet!
5 to 6 Adults Max
What makes this property unique
Come visit a cottage that has history but as well as unique setting. The cottage has easy access from parking to house with no stairs. The outdoor areas you will find yourself surrounded by mountain views and of the lake as well.
Half way down the stairs you land at the "Ski Bar". The ski bar has a large wood slab bar as well as antiques, neon lights, and views! You can easily sit six to eight people at the ski bar and escape from the sun or weather. Most of the locals know of our property from this unique feature, come see why!
Once you have regained your legs you can make it down to the waters edge for a relaxing swim in the lake. We provide a water floats, canoe and paddleboat to explore the cove and lake with. This lower area has a boathouse, and a long dock where the water is over 15 ft deep, great place for a dive into the lake.
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