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Mountain House on Private Lake

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Interior
Property grounds
Interior
Private kitchen
Dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Saluda, NC
  • Place, Saluda Dog Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Green River Adventures
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Green River
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Mountain House on Private Lake

Escape to this tranquil lake cottage in the NC mountains. Soak up the views from the porch overlooking the private lake or enjoy the yard with a private dock right outside the back door. Unwind by enjoying all that this unique property has to offer.

Close to downtown Saluda shops and restaurants. Easily venture to the nearby towns of Flat Rock, Hendersonville, Brevard, Greenville & Asheville.

Ideal for family vacations, quick getaway w/ friends, or a romantic weekend away.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
$75 non-refundable pet deposit
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The neighborhood maintains quiet hours starting at 10pm daily.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Property # 2485035vb

About the area

Saluda

Located in Saluda, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Heartwood Contemporary Crafts Gallery and Flat Rock Playhouse are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Gorge Zipline and The Cliffs Valley Wellness Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Travelers Rest Speedway or The Cliffs At Glassy Wellnes Center. With kayaking and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Saluda, NC

What's nearby

  • Saluda Dog Park - 11 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Green River Adventures - 11 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Heartwood Contemporary Crafts Gallery - 11 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Green River - 11 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Lake Summit - 13 min drive - 10.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cliffs at Glassy - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Mikes Chuckwagon - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Wildflour Bakery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wakey Monkey Coffee & Cafe - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain House on Private Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Mountain House on Private Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountain House on Private Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain House on Private Lake?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain House on Private Lake located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Saluda Dog Park, Heartwood Contemporary Crafts Gallery and Saluda Historic Depot and Museum. Green River Adventures and Green River are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 41 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 41 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 41 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 41 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 41 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House is lovely and Host was responsive. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Despite a rainy weekend we had a great stay with lots of activities in surrounding mountain towns
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol A F.

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

Beautiful setting & very charming & functional house!

Peaceful & picturesque! Great place to stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue J.

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

Mountain Lake House

Loved it and can't wait to return!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Billy W.

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

Mr. Billy

third time here. Love this house, porch, view and lake
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

angela e.

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

Lake Life is Good!

this is a great Mountain + Lake Livin' Getaway! What a great spot! We had a marvelous weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darryl H.

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

Great property with best view of Lake Sheila

This is a hidden gem with the best view of Lake Sheila possible. Very much recommended and the house is larger than expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Sydnee D.

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

A beautiful lake cabin

We loved our visit and look forward to coming back soon. The house fit the 5 of us perfectly with plenty of space.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa o.

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

The owners were extremely helpful

Andrew went out of his way to make certain our stay was awesome. Highly recommend this cabin. It was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juanita P.

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

Peaceful and Quiet stay at the LakeHouse

We had an amazing time at the cabin by the lake. It was very convenient for 2 couples. We enjoyed the time on the dock by the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette F.

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

A slice of paradise

Our vacation in Saluda was peaceful with amazing views of the lake. We had all the comforts of home while enjoying nature. We loved kayaking, fishing, exercising on the dock and relaxing on the screened in porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia S.

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

Stunner

I can’t imagine a nicer place to stay if you’re visiting the Saluda area. Perfect place to wind down and disconnect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

karen t.

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

Fabulous getaway

Wonderful lakeside house. The screened in porch overlooking the lake is a delight. Lake views from the living room and kitchen as well. Andrew is a great host. Highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

A Quiet Get-away!

Such a nice cabin - clean, spacious, well organized and comfy. The kitchen was well outfitted and fit our needs perfectly as we cook our own meals when we travel. Super solid internet too! And ample parking space for 3 vehicles was great. We'll be back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

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

Great experience-

This was such a great property I wish I could keep it a secret. The beds are comfortable and the screened porch is perfect for all times of the day. The lake was clear and nice to float on. We were close to several good restaurants. We hope to rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terisa T.

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

Mountain house on private lake

House was as described. Host’s directions were greatly appreciated. We enjoyed setting on screened in porch and watching sunrise and sunset.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica S.

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

Fabulous - wish we could have stayed longer!

We throughly enjoyed our time at this property. The cleanliness superb, the beds were great and chairs down at the dock had us enjoying the late afternoons while our group kayaked, fished, swam or just relaxed as we chatted with the fabulous lake friends we made. We learned alot about what to see from those evening on the water from the locals. We look forward to coming back and appreciate all the owners have done to make it such a fabulous vacation spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry M., Butler,pa.

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

Cabin in the woods

Unit was nice. Had a great view of the lake from the enclosed back porch. Beds were comfortable and the two bathrooms were adequate. As noted roads in the area were very windy but scenic. Overall definitely would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Pat C.

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

Beautiful spot on Lake Sheila

Very comfortable cabin with the best views of the lake. The screened in porch was the amazing for morning yoga and just relaxing any time of day. We enjoyed using the boats to paddle across the lake to visit friends. The cabin had everything we needed and the owner was easy to communicate with and prompt to reply to our questions. The location is great, an easy, pretty drive to Saluda for shopping and dining if you want to leave the lake!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Mark L.

Liked: Check-in, location

Mountain house on private lake

The mountain house was in a great location to Saluda. I would definitely get groceries in Flat Rock before your stay. The only place close by is Doller General in Saluda which is overpriced. There are some updates the homeowner needs to make before the summer season which I notified them. Zero internet, so I would bring a dvd player with movies and radio for nightly entertainment.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

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

Loved the Lake

We enjoyed the king beds, the ability to bring our dog, and the proximity to a variety of places to sightsee. The lake was fascinating to view the changes over the course of our stay. Walking around the lake was a daily activity. Our only disappointment was the s-l-o-w internet. We are looking forward a return visit next fall!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

linda l.

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

Perfect, peaceful restful getaway!

This property gave us the best of both worlds offering peaceful lake front living and screen porch views with kayaks on site for a bit of fun, while being convenient for day trips to other areas for more events like dining, shopping, ziplining and snowboarding, gem mining, dining out and so much more. We did both with some daytime excursions and evening family games on site. We enjoyed every minute at the house with great spaces to be together or to have privacy. The cabin is well appointed and the owners very responsive. Thank you from my family to yours!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

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

Weekend getaway

We really enjoyed our stay the Lake Sheila house . Communication was great with the host. Check in and out was easy ! Enjoyed fishing (caught 2 fish), MTN biking at Rock Creek, hiking/biking to Bridal Veil falls, fire with s'mores by the lake ! Even a chilly kayak on the last day . Had all the amenities of home . Thanks again for a wonderful stay !! We already have talked about coming back when the weather gets nicer ! Thanks again for some enjoyable and memorable family time !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom K.

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

Tranquility Base

We had never known about Lake Sheila (we live in Greenville, SC) until coming up this past weekend. First off the surroundings at fall were gorgeous. Peaceful, quiet, just what we needed. Second, the house was an absolute gem. Clean, beautiful furniture, it had everything we would ever need. If we were not sitting at the dock, we sat for hours in the screened in porch, even slept out there one night. In a note to the owner, I wrote "wow, just wow."
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

A Little Piece of Heaven!

Lake Sheila is a beautiful clear water private lake in Saluda N.C. This property and about 35 others have direct access to the lake. The house is very well maintained and clean. The lake views from the upper screened porch & lower covered patio are spectacular. The owners supply inflatable water tubes and two kayaks for visitors. You have a private dock as well. We will be making a yearly visit with family. My grandchildren loved swimming & paddling the lake. Us too!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Andrew Ruder

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My wife Anne and I live in Charleston and have 3 awesome kids and one goofy dog. We love all that Vrbo has offered us in terms making travel easier and with more unique experiences and accommodations. We’re now dipping our toes as hosts of our own mountain/lake house. We're very excited to share our special place with everyone.

Why they chose this property

Friends and guests have said this property is the definition of tranquil. It's nestled in a very wooded community and on private lake with it's own dock. It's a great place to unwind and get away from all things and enjoy nature.

What makes this property unique

It's a lake front front home with private access and dock.
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