Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
At the center of it all
Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Patio
Internet access
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Garage parking available
Laundry room
Explore the area
Lake Junaluska, NC
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
15 min walk
Lake Junaluska Golf Course
Place, Lake Junaluska Golf Course
2 min drive
Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
40 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
42 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake
Carruth Cottage is a charming studio apartment quietly nestled among the trees in a quaint Lake Junaluska neighborhood. You will enjoy the privacy Carruth Cottage offers as it sits on its own, perched over the original natural stone garage. This vacation rental property is perfect for motorcyclists, kayakers and boaters alike - as the stone garage allows for parking of motorcycle trailer or small boat trailers.
Although Carruth Cottage is a studio, you will find it surprisingly spacious with a roomy full bathroom, a queen-size bed, and a full-size pullout providing enough room for everyone. The cozy kitchen cabinets are made of reclaimed wormy chestnut giving the home a warm feel while the ample counter space, well stocked utensils, cookware and dishware keep even the fussiest cooks happy. This lovely cottage offers cozy comfort and mountain charm without sacrificing modern conveniences. Enjoy dinner outside on the patio table complete with a shade umbrella.
After a busy day of sight-seeing or attending a local conference, the deck is the perfect place to relax and unwind in the peaceful surroundings and under the large bank of shade trees. Imagine sitting outside in the early morning sipping your coffee and basking in the serenity. Carruth Cottage is a premium vacation rental studio home that offers relaxation and comfort, a beautiful wooded peaceful neighborhood, central heat/AC, streaming HD TV with Roku, WiFi, paved roads, and year-round access.
Please note this property is not pet friendly. Unauthorized pets on property will incur a $300 per pet penalty.
In addition to all that this lovely vacation home offers, Carruth Cottage is situated in an exceptionally convenient location. Carruth Cottage is mere walking distance from the Lake Junaluska Conference Center making it the perfect rental for conference attendees. Walk to the conference facilities or take the little ones to the Lake Junaluska playground. Take a leisurely stroll along the paved walking path that circles the lake while enjoying the historic buildings and the stunning mountain vistas that surrounds the entire area. The 3.8 mile walking trail has several gazebos and benches where you can stop and rest while enjoying your stroll around the lake. If you prefer, you can shorten your walk to 2.3 miles by crossing the footbridge above the dam. Whichever way you choose to go, don’t miss walking through the “Rose Walk” which includes more than 200 hybrid tea, grandiflora, and floribunda roses. Golfers will enjoy a round of golf at the Lake Junaluska 18-hole golf course. While playing golf at the 68 par course you can take in the spectacular views of the lake and the surrounding mountains. This course is open to the public and families are welcome.
Carruth Cottage is just a few minutes’ drive to the heart of Maggie Valley, Cataloochee Ski Area (known for being one of the first ski resorts in the US to open each year), Tube World (snow tubing), Wheels Through Time (a historic motorcycle museum featured on the History Channel's “American Pickers”), horseback riding and only a few miles from golfing. In about 20 minutes, you could be in Waynesville at Ingles and Publix grocery stores, Walmart or head to Main Street in Waynesville and enjoy additional shopping, dining, and sightseeing.
This home is about a 20-minute drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Harrah's Cherokee Casino (even if you do not gamble, Harrah's has some of the best restaurants around), Pisgah National Forest, several golf courses, and just west of Cherokee is Bryson City (home of the Great Smoky Mountain Railway and “Polar Express” during the Christmas Holiday).
A little more than 50 minutes away, you’ll arrive in Asheville at the Biltmore Estate & Winery (America's largest and most visited privately-owned home), many great restaurants and micro-breweries, and 1 hour and 30 minutes away is Transylvania County (home of the most waterfalls in the United States), and over 100 Antique Shops.
Approximately 1 hour away heading south to Hendersonville, you can visit Sierra Nevada Brewery (with their enormous dining and Tap Room), gem mining, white water rafting, zip-lining and much more in the surrounding areas.
It is just under 1 hour 35 minutes to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee (home of Dollywood).Gatlinburg, TN and Pigeon Forge (home of Dollywood).
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This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 deadlock
About the area
Lake Junaluska
Located in Lake Junaluska, this cottage is in the mountains and on a lake. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cold Mountain Gameland reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Waynesville Recreation Center and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. Fantasy Golf & Game Room and Barber Orchard Fruitstand are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hunting.
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 31 min drive - 24.4 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 40 min drive - 43.9 km
Cataloochee Valley - 49 min drive - 29.8 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 5 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Burger King - 4 min drive
Sonic Drive In - 5 min drive
Dunkin' - 20 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake?
As of 5 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake on 17 Oct 2026 start from £477, 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 Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Blue Ridge Health - Haywood and Haywood Regional Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).
About the host
Hosted by Maggie Mountain Vacations
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests