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Lakeside, Secluded, Luxury Mountain Lodge-Sleeps 12

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View of house from lake
Property grounds
Looking down the driveway toward the front of the house.
Extensive use of natural materials, both inside and out.
View from main deck.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs bunk room

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Downstairs Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Primary Bedroom Suite

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom #2

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bunk Room

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Downstairs Queen Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Powder Room

Toilet

Primary Suite Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs King #1 Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs King Bedroom #2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Lakeside, Secluded, Luxury Mountain Lodge-Sleeps 12

Nestled among the oak and pine on the shore of Lake Glenville, is Summer Cove, one of the lake’s most magnificent available properties. Extensive use of natural materials, as well as selected rustic and antique furnishings, give rise to the phrase “rustic elegance” that aptly describes this home.
The soaring 23-foot great room with its massive beamed ceiling, large stone fireplace and immense windows boasts magnificent vistas miles away. Great views of the lake and mountains can be seen as well from all bedrooms in the house.
You can't help but relax on the large covered porch with its outdoor fireplace. The expansive, westward facing open deck allows you to look out at the lake, mountains, sunsets and countless stars. The large fire pit near the shore, with it's surrounding stone amphitheater, is perfect for storytelling and s’mores. Sit on the large dock or you feel like being active, you can swim, float, kayak or rent a boat from the nearby marina.
A spacious chef’s kitchen awaits you with counter seating, fully stocked with virtually every amenity and appliance. The table in the beautiful dining room easily seats 8 and can accommodate up to 10 people (additional seating nearby). Should you decide to eat al fresco, the ample dining area on the covered porch provides a wonderful ambiance.
Located conveniently on the eastern side of the lake makes getting to most attractions in Cashiers and Highlands much more convenient. But many find they just want to sit on the deck and soak in the in breathtaking beauty!

No Smoking, No Pets

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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

No pets allowed
No pets allowed-applies to guests or their friends
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere in house or on covered porch
Primary Guest must be at least 28 years old to rent and must be present during the entire stay (no third party renters)
Minors under 18 must never be left at the property. Must be supervised by parent or responsible adult on site the entire stay.
Copy (picture) of valid photo ID of primary renter required to finalize booking. Initial deposit implies agreement with rules and rental contract

Important information

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Property # 1250170vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Glenville

Located in Glenville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Jackson Hole Gem Mine and Judaculla Rock are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Biological Station. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and mountain biking.
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Glenville, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Glenville - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ralph J. Andrews County Park - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Western Carolina University - 25 min drive - 28.2 km
  • Lake Keowee - 49 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 59 min drive - 71.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Local - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Canyon Kitchen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside, Secluded, Luxury Mountain Lodge-Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakeside, Secluded, Luxury Mountain Lodge-Sleeps 12?

As of 16 May, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakeside, Secluded, Luxury Mountain Lodge-Sleeps 12 on 14 Aug, 2026 start from S$2,233, 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 Lakeside, Secluded, Luxury Mountain Lodge-Sleeps 12?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside, Secluded, Luxury Mountain Lodge-Sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside, Secluded, Luxury Mountain Lodge-Sleeps 12?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside, Secluded, Luxury Mountain Lodge-Sleeps 12 located?

This family-friendly Glenville holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Lake Glenville. Ralph J. Andrews County Park and High Falls Trail are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing property! We stayed here with the whole family and hosted Thanksgiving. The house and kitchen had everything we needed and then some. We will most certainly be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ricky S.

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

Great house. Well laid out, perfect for multiple couples or large family, well equipped.

We've now stayed here 3 or 4 times and always enjoy it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov, 2020
Thanks for the great review, we hope to have you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William G.

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

Amazing Trip over Thanksgiving

My family and I had an amazing stay over Thanksgiving! The property and views are beautiful and it’s only a short drive into Cashiers and Highlands. We can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucas H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay in Summer Cove on Lake Glenville in this same beautiful house met every expectation and more, even surpassing the memories my family made the first time. The waterfront location in the Smoky Mountains will again be our first summer vacation for years to come. The Knights are great hosts, and the house is first-class.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa E.

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

Another great stay!

This was our 2nd year spending the Thanksgiving week here with family. It was absolutely perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Really great to have you stay again. Hope you will come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon N.

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

Even better in person

Of course the pictures look great but the house and the views are even better in person. Very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anne v.

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

Beautiful home

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Owners thought of everything!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Thanks for the review. We look forward to having you back next year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Great house on a great lake

House is really comfortable, the views are beautiful, and the outdoor spaces made for a great trip. Can’t wait to get back again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Nov, 2020
Great to have you again Mike, hope you come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

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

Great Stay!

We had such an incredible time and the home was perfect. The setting is picturesque and serene. The location leaves you no option but to relax and enjoy the surroundings and engage with the people you're with.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Thanks! Always great to hear our guests have had a fun, relaxing time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Loretta G.

Loved everything about it! Owners thought of everything! Will definitely be back!

Loved this house and location! Everything was well thought out, couldn’t have been any better! Hope to be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Loretta and Michael, Glad to hear you had a good time ringing in the New Year at the lake! The summers are wonderful here as well. Hope you come back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Auston S.

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

Relaxing

had a great and relaxing visit - wonderful house - would certainly visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2021
Thanks for the review! We hope you will come back
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Family week

It’s a wonderful home. We enjoyed every minute of it💗
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Fantastic Mountain/Lake Property

Absolutely fantastic property - Well maintained and clean in an extraordinary location. Beautiful views and great outdoor spaces. Our family of 11 spent countless hours playing during the day and gathered around the outdoor fireplace at night. Great for us, our kids and our 3 grandchildren. Definitely recommend booking this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

North Carolina get away

We have stayed at Summer Cove several times and the care given to the home is first class. There is a lot of pride taken to ensure guests have a great experience. We are going back in November - can’t wait!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa E.

Perfect Thanksgiving Week!

Our family had an amazing stay during the week of Thanksgiving. We loved sitting by the outdoor fireplace every night. The spacious house hosted our party of 13 with ease! We can’t wait to spend another week there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
It makes us really happy when our guests have a great, relaxing visit! Thanks for the kind review, we hope you will come again next year. Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

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

Hidden Gem.

What a great house!! We had such a great time boating and fishing. The house is beautiful. The kids had fun playing pool and foosball. The kitchen was well appointed and the beds were comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

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

Beautiful house on a beautiful lake

This property is fantastic. The house is well-built, well-appointed with terrific outdoor spaces. The lake is perfect for boating, fishing, and kayaking... all of which we enjoyed. The owner was very easy to work with, and his property manager could not have been better. We are definitely heading back one day!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Thank you so much for choosing our house for your trip to Lake Glenville! We are delighted that it worked out well for a very relaxing stay and thank you so much for taking the time to write a review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish P.

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

Lodge Vibe Lake Glenville

The home is very well kept, nice kitchen, very clean. We would probably (as Floridians) prefer the summer, but the cozy lodge vibe made up for the crazy windy roads. Only note (no fault of owners) is if you have runners/walkers in your group, it is hard to do so from the home (no shoulders on very windy roads). Garreth was wonderful. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2021
Glad you had a peaceful time. Yes, the area around is very hilly. Hope you will come back for the cool weather in summer!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

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

Beautiful Property - Well kept, lovely decor, private location!

Thanks for sharing your property with us for Christmas! We had a white Christmas Eve & Christmas and waking up on Christmas morning was priceless! We were able to cut our own tree at Sawyer Tree Farm just minutes away! Home was beautiful, well kept, cozy, and laid-out well! The home felt larger, even more grand than the photos reflect. Great property, easy access, and easy to find! Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan, 2021
Hi Rebecca, we are always happy when our guests have enjoyed their stay. We hope you'll come back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Whitney K.

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

What a wonderful place to stay!

We LOVED our stay on Lake Glenville. Stephen's home was the perfect place to unplug and relax after hiking and boating all day. We simply could not have asked for a better place for our families to get a break from the summer heat. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking, and the beds were very comfortable. We sat on the beautiful porch each evening taking in the cool air. The home is conveniently located to both Cashiers and Highlands. We enjoyed restaurants in both towns and even took a day trip to Asheville. We hope to return again next summer! Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Thank you for choosing our house for your trip to Lake Glenville and for taking the time to write this lovely review! We look forward to your return!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

N E.

Beautiful, well maintained and relaxing

We have stayed in many different lake houses in the nearby area for years; and we have finally found a home that we would like to come back to. We are a family of 11 and had plenty of room for relaxing and enjoying each others company. The property managers were very helpful as was the owner who personally called us to resolve a Wifi issue. I will warn you that the internet goes in and out but I understand it is common for the area. We were greeted with a s'mores kit, two bottles of wine and a bag of coffee. The house is well stocked with spices and quality pots and baking pans. A well organized drawer was also dedicated to storage containers, which seems to always be lacking at rental homes. Located very close to shopping. This is a wonderful home on a beautiful lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Nicole-Thanks so much for your kind words about your visit to our home. I’m glad we were able to quickly get the router working after a nearby storm bumped it offline. Hope you return again next year! Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime W.

Beautiful home and property

We had a wonderful time staying in this beautiful home! The property was great as well! The steps down to the dock were not too challenging and the floats, chairs, and kayaks were all a great addition once we got down there! Renting a boat for half of the week was an absolute must! The lake is so beautiful! There is so much to enjoy on the boat and dock! The dock was perfect for the boat rental and our jetski we brought with us! The location of the property was very easy to get to without too many twists and turns! The house was absolutely beautiful! The only issue we had was with the upstairs rooms being too hot and stuffy. We kept all of the doors and windows closed to try to keep the humidity down and air working but it was still very uncomfortable for the families staying upstairs. The kitchen was very well stocked and very useful! The fireplace on the porch was everyone’s favorite spot the whole week! We hardly left the property the whole week! It was absolutely wonderful! We are all ready to come back and stay again! The best part was the fact that our dog was allowed to join us!! We are so thankful that it was so accommodating with being pet friendly in such a beautiful home! Thank you to the owners and property manager for all of the help with the internet and power issues! It was a great experience and we would love to stay here again!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Hi Jaime, Thanks for the great review!!! We're really glad you enjoyed your stay. We were there just after you left and as you reported, the top floor didn't seem to cool down quite as fast as we would have expected. Called the hvac people out and they are fixing the problem. It was a pleasure working with you and we would love for you to stay with us again- maybe longer next time! Carolyn and Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Buck W.

Wonderful Property

This house is a wonderful one for a large family reunion and our large family (9 adults and one toddler, one baby) thoroughly enjoyed it and all its amenities. It was all we hoped it would be. You will say "Wow!" as you enter the house and enjoy your orientation house tour with the managers. There are large rooms to gather in and, yet, if someone wants some space to have some privacy they can find it. It is full of all the amenities you might need or desire. The kayaks and water floats were a big hit with everyone. The dock was perfect for my Jon boat. We sat around the outdoor fireplace at night, listened to music though the house music system's outdoor speakers, and played games, and cooked marsh mellows. The setting was all we expected it to be. The weather turned out to be cooperative and we had lots of fun in and on the water, in the house, and in the local area. Boat traffic on the lake is somewhat heavy on the weekend but we enjoyed a 22' pontoon boat rental and tubing with no problems on Sunday afternoon as we explored the lake with its waterfalls . Several of us also enjoyed hiking one of the nearby trails which has a beautiful waterfalls. We enjoyed our night out for pizza and Buck's Coffee Cafe on our way out. I recommend that you check with the owner to insure that no noisy construction or home repairs are going to be on-going at a nearby property while you are visiting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Buck, We really appreciate your thoughtful review! It was a pleasure for our whole team to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. We hope you will return again soon! Steve
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth D.

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

Thanksgiving in the mountains

Our family had a wonderful Thanksgiving in this most comfortable and welcoming house….it felt like a home away from home. The house manager was most helpful and promptly responsive to our questions prior to check-in, and he met us upon our arrival. The kitchen and dining area had everything we needed to prepare and enjoy our Thanksgiving meal and meals throughout our stay. We did bring our own tv for the sitting area on the main floor as that was where we spent the majority of our time together. We enjoyed pre-Christmas activities in and around Cashiers. We would definitely return for another stay, especially when we could enjoy access to the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Fall in Lake Glenville

This is the third time we have stayed at this property and again it far exceeded any place we have stayed before. Steve is very responsive and Gareth (the property Manager) are great to deal with. We will live to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Carolyn and Steve Knight

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This property has been in my family for many decades. I have many wonderful childhood memories of times we spent at the original house just up the hill. My grandfather bought the surrounding 100+ acres of lakefront property in 1947 as the reservoir was being built (much of the original tract has now been sold but is still sparsely developed.) It's hard to imagine now, but this entire area (pre-lake ) was farmland. A small hamlet was once located down the lake from us (now 80 feet under water.) For over a thousand years before that, the Cherokee had lived on this land. We have found hundreds of arrowheads on the property over the years (a few are displayed in the foyer.)
We built Summer Cove in 2007. It has been a work of love to watch it continue to evolve toward perfection!
My husband Steve and I hail from Atlanta where Steve is a physician and I had long careers at SunTrust Bank and Emory University.
Please let the property manager know if there is anything you need. We would appreciate it if you would sign our guest book in the kitchen and please post a positive review on VRBO!
This is a very special, relaxing place; we're sure you will agree. We are pleased to share it with you.
Carolyn

Why they chose this property

Just a few reasons we love Summer Cove:
Majestic views , long walks through the surrounding forest land, cool evenings filled with the sounds of cicadas, taking naps on the porch swing or the hammock, evenings full of laughter with friends while sitting around the fireplace on the covered porch, being mesmerized by the breathtaking sunsets, roasting marshmallows at the fire pit, sitting on the dock in the early morning fog, listening to the geese and loons at dusk, gazing at the Milky Way from the open deck. Really, too numerous to list them all...
We love this magical place and hope you will as well!

What makes this property unique

Lakeside fire pit with amphitheater, 230' of shoreline. Extremely private with wooded lots on both sides. Large dock- perfect for large groups to relax on the water.
Being located on east side of lake makes access to local attractions in Cashiers and Highlands much more convenient and gives direct views of the spectacular sunsets from the main deck.

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