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Lake Lure Opens May 2026 Tucked Away Gem: Lakefront, 3Fireplaces

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

Tucked Away Gem on Lake Lure - Tucked Away Gem on Lake Lure

Flat Screen TV and Fireplace - Flat Screen TV, Gas Fireplace in Great Room

Full Kitchen - Full Kitchen with everything you'll need to make a quick snack or a Holiday meal for the whole family

Overview
Amenities
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Location

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 82270 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Fireplace
Kitchen
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Lake Lure, NC

Place, Lake Lure Adventure Company
‪8 min walk‬
Place, Lake Lure
‪1 min drive‬
Place, Chimney Rock State Park
‪7 min drive‬
Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Office

Separate dining area

About this property

Lake Lure Opens May 2026 Tucked Away Gem: Lakefront, 3Fireplaces

Come to TUCKED AWAY GEM as a peaceful retreat and “home base” for visiting nearby towns, area restaurants/attractions in Lake Lure, Hendersonville & Asheville now open. There's public golf at Rumbling Bald, area wineries, breweries, music, trails, waterfalls, and more within an hour's drive of Lake Lure. Saluda, Rutherfordton, Black Mountain, Mills River, Blowing Rock, Boone, and Brevard are great day-trip destinations. By choosing to visit, you’re supporting the local businesses of Lake Lure, Chimney Rock and Western NC.

Full-family fun awaits at this ideally located getaway, complete with stunning views, top-notch amenities, and space to entertain both inside and out!
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: 2 Queen Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play
OUTDOOR HANGOUT: Deck lounge chairs, patio w/ dining table & gas grill, private dock, 2 screened-in porches w/ ceiling fans & seating, covered front porch w/ rocking chairs
INDOOR LIVING: 4 Smart TVs, 3 gas fireplaces, dining table, clawfoot tub
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ stainless steel appliances, cooking basics, drip coffee maker, dishware/flatware, full knife set, toaster, tea kettle, breakfast bar w/ seating
GENERAL: Free WiFi (1G), linens/towels (beach towels included), washer/dryer, air conditioning, high chair, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Stairs required for access, exterior security cameras (4) If negotiating stairs are an issue for anyone in your group, you may want to consider a different property.
PARKING: Driveway (6 vehicles), boat trailer parking allowed on-sites
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 4 exterior security cameras, located above the upper deck, lower deck, front entrance and parking area, all facing outward. They do not look into interior spaces
- NOTE: This home requires over 100 steps to access and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility The electric tram from the parking area to the cottage is for luggage, coolers and groceries, Human passengers are not allowed!
PLEASE MAKE NOTE:
• YOU MUST BE 25 YEARS OLD TO BOOK.
• NO PETS ALLOWED
• NO SMOKING
• LINENS ARE PROVIDED
• YOU MUST HAVE A NC FISHING LICENSE TO FISH ON LAKE LURE.

***IMPORTANT BOOKING INFO***
Your stay at Tucked Away Gem includes Damage Protection that covers up to $3,000 in damage. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO PURCHASE DAMAGE PROTECTION INSURANCE AT CHECK OUT THROUGH VRBO OR OTHER PROVIDER.
For VRBO guests, we will not process your credit card for the deposit until after you sign the rental agreement.
VRBO charges a SERVICE FEE. This fee is NOT paid to BUFFALO JUNCTION PROPERTIES. This fee goes directly to VRBO.
This property is managed by Buffalo Junction Properties of Lake Lure, NC

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Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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

Lake Lure

Located in Lake Lure, this cottage is on the waterfront. Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine and Stone Angel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chimney Rock State Park and CMLC Florence Nature Preserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Lake Lure Adventure Company, or check out an event or a game at Tryon International Equestrian Center. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.

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Lake Lure, NC

What's nearby

Lake Lure Adventure Company - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Lake Lure - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
Canopy Ridge Farm - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
Chimney Rock State Park - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
Needle's Eye - 21 min drive - 10.4 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

‪Ingles Market - ‬4 min drive
‪Legends on the Lake - ‬16 min drive
‪Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure - ‬16 min drive
‪Grey Hawk Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
‪The Highlands Kitchen + Bar - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Lure Opens May 2026 Tucked Away Gem: Lakefront, 3Fireplaces pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Lure Opens May 2026 Tucked Away Gem: Lakefront, 3Fireplaces?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Lure Opens May 2026 Tucked Away Gem: Lakefront, 3Fireplaces?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Lure Opens May 2026 Tucked Away Gem: Lakefront, 3Fireplaces located?

This family-friendly Lake Lure cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Lure and Lake Lure Adventure Company. Canopy Ridge Farm is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

shannon g.

23 Jun, 2025

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

A lovely visit to our favorite place-

Post Helene our beloved Lake Lure is still not herself but sweet memories were made still!We love this little red gem and will be back again next year :) Blessings!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Fields D.

6 Aug, 2025

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

The house was very nice. It was spacious and well stocked with all the necessary supplies. The bathrooms were great and the whole house was clean and tidy and well furnished. Sadly the lake was missing but this obviously cannot be helped. It would have been an awesome spot with the water. Please understand that this house does require a tremendous amount of stairs to be negotiated. There are the 100 to get from the parking area to the house and the house is three floors. The tram was not working while we were there and is the reason for the four star review. It was a lot of work getting everything to and from the house. Otherwise we had a five star stay and will hopefully be able to get back when the work on the lake is complete.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Chris R.

27 Oct, 2024

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

Nice clean house

The house was clean and as advertised.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

27 Jun, 2023

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

Great stay

Very nice property with plenty of room. We were very pleased.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

mike f.

15 Jul, 2024

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

Amazing

The listing is underselling itself. The place is incredible. The 100 steps are no big deal and the luggage ‘train’ is clutch. Such a chill wonderful stay. One of the best places on the lake and minutes from the grocery store and restaurants. Will 100% be staying here again

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

22 Jun, 2024

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

Great Vacation

Great stay on Lake Lure. There are a lot of steps to get down to the house, but this was made clear and we loved that the house walked right out to the lake. Everything was as communicated, couldn’t ask for an easier renting experience.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

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10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

28 Jun, 2024

Perfect Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Very well appointed house. Has everything you need for a great stay. Will definitely be back.

10/10 Excellent

Kendall F.

18 Jun, 2023

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

Family Vaca

I booked this house for our annual family vacation with my husband’s family. The house definitely has a lot of stairs but it’s so nice to be right on the lake!! It was also so nice to be able to dock our boat right there at the house. Overall our stay was great!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

25 Jul, 2024

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

Great House

This house was just as described. They even had paddleboards for us to use. We did rent a boat for the week, and we were able to dock it at the house. House was clean, had all the essentials, was very close to Chimney Rock. We will rent again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sha L.

19 Mar, 2023

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

A gem of an experience.

It was so easy and convenient to rent this property. The manager Kathleen is great and added a personal touch to make sure we had all the info. An awesome home to enjoy. We will be back.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew R.

12 Jul, 2023

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

Family trip.

Great house, it’s nice to be right on the water. a lot of stairs from the vehicle to the house. Close to the grocery store and chimney rock. Great spot

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

4 Aug, 2022

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

Lake Lure Long weekend

Very nice, spacious home. Loved staying in one of the coves, much calmer, quieter access to water activities. We brought our small boat, quick drive from marina. With the train out during our stay ( which we knew way ahead of time) we used the boat to go to/from to avoid the steps. It worked out well. Will stay again 😊

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B H.

29 Jul, 2023

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

Summer vacation

Property manager was very attentive. The house was our favorite so far of our 4 trips to Lake Lure. The downstairs kitchen to deck set up was perfect. The teens loved jumping off the boat house . We rented a boat for a couple of days too. Green paddle board was awesome . Great house. We will be back

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie E.

25 Sept, 2022

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

Great Property!

We enjoyed our stay and it's a great location and property. The one thing to note is the house is down at the lake and there are a lot of stairs to climb (over 100). If you don't mind a little exercise you will love the property. My understanding is they are working on fixing the train or will be putting in a new lift.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

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10/10 Excellent

Allen Y.

27 Oct, 2022

Anniversary Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were very satisfied with the house. Very clean and all the amenities we needed. The fireplaces were very nice and especially the one in the bedroom. The steps to get to the house were a workout. We liked going down them better than up.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

3 Sept, 2024

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

Labor Day Weekend Fun!

We had family traveling from Columbia, Greenville and Clemson, SC to stay for the long holiday weekend. Lots of parking available—we had 5 cars and a small kayak trailer. The Lake Lure train for luggage and coolers worked perfectly to get our items to and from the house. We loved the interior spaces and we had everything we needed. Everyone enjoyed swimming, jumping off the dock and the SUPs got lots of use! We also watched “A Breed Apart” that was filmed at the house and all in the lake close to the house. It was neat to see how much has changed and what we recognized. We highly recommend this beautiful home!!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

MA R.

29 May, 2024

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

Perfect Getaway

This home is on a quiet cove, perfect for floating on rafts and using SUPs! Check in was smooth, the property was clean and well equipped. We used all of the outdoor decks and toys extensively.. even enjoyed a trip around the lake on a pontoon boat from a kind neighbor! Highly recommend this property. Grocery store is 3 min drive. Plenty to do and see locally yet we just relaxed at the house and enjoyed the serene surroundings!! There are truly 100 steps down to the home.. your cardio workout is included : ) You will not be disappointed with this hidden gem listing!!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kane M.

3 Oct, 2022

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

Disliked: Communication

Very Nice Place

Very nice home. Lots of wonderful features. Highly recommend. Beautiful lake front, screen in porches, etc. Very nice. However, fancy shower in main bedroom on 2nd floor did not drain well which distracted from an otherwise wonderful property. The concern is greater given that others have shared having the same issue based on online reviews.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

John T.

27 Nov, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Disappointed

We were forced to leave early because the septic was not working. Also 2 of the 3 fireplaces were not working. It could have been a great stay, but they need to address the problems.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert A., Cooper City

15 Jan, 2023

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

Christmas getaway.

We enjoyed the layout of the house and the fireplace in the rooms was a nice touch. Lake views also add a nice touch. The house sits at bottom of the hill so be ready to walk down and up close to 100 steps, fortunately we are an athletic family so we didn’t mind the steps. We had some minor issues that were resolved by Kathleen who was on sight. We enjoyed Chimney Rock, we went zip lining at The Forge and great places to hike like Little Bradley Falls. We did a goat cheese tour and tasting at Round Mountain Creamery (recommended). We dinned at The Highlands-high end, Fish House-casual and La Strada- Italian. Very nice home and location for a getaway.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

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6/10 Okay

Lori R.

8 Sept, 2023

Review

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the interior of the house. Could not rent again because access to water is too difficult. Suggest investing in a better lower dock with actual stairs. Pool toys in bad shape and outdoor lounge chairs need cushions House itself is great but we had no TV in bedroom which we love having Also I am not from Irvine

10/10 Excellent

David L.

4 Jul, 2021

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

Relaxing Lake House

We have rented a few houses on Lake Lure over the years and this house was the best. Some had better views of the lake, but this house made up for that in accommodations. The rooms are spacious and modern with devoted bathrooms which can nicely accommodate multiple families. The house was spotless with modern appliances. We cooked every night we stayed, with the adults eating at the dining table and the kids on the deck. The great part was opening the back door and talking like we were all eating together. My kids could not get enough of the slide and the deep water behind the boat house allows them to jump without any worries. Available use of the train up and down the hill started our time away with a convenient one trip down to the house with all of our bags. It’s nice to walk up the stairs for a little exercise, but if you have members of your party that have trouble with that many stairs, the train is your savior. As a new listing, there were only a few rafts for the water. It would be nice over time for the owners to add a kayak/canoe and maybe a paddle board. Overall this was a very comfortable and relaxing house. You can’t go wrong with this one.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

James & Daniella H., Asheville, NC

16 May, 2023

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

Perfect for family!

My husband and I just stayed here with our four kids (ages 4-12) and my MIL, and we all had a great time!! The train is a fun way to send all your luggage down to the house (there are a LOT of stairs). We’ve rented a lot of vacation homes, and this was the cleanest one we’ve ever stayed at- it was spotless! The beds were comfy and the two masters had relaxing views of the cove. Each bedroom has its own spacious bathroom. The lowest level, where the living room and kitchen are, was a bit dark and a bit crowded for our big group, but the screened-in porches with ceiling fans offered space to spread out into. The kitchen had everything we needed for easy cooking and the appliances are top-notch! The property manager, Kathleen, was very friendly, helpful, and responsive when we had questions. Plenty of towels, and also lake towels were provided! We spent a lot of time in the water with the kids, and the cove is a quiet, safe place to swim. The stand up paddle boards were a lot of fun, and there was also a large assortment of inflatable toys that the kids loved. I had Verizon service at the house. This house is so close to Ingles and we also enjoyed a lunch at The Highlands restaurant (a few minutes’ drive away). Lake Lure Adventure Company is right around the corner if you want to rent a boat. We also walked around to the other side of the cove and enjoyed delicious dessert at the restaurant of The Lodge on Lake Lure. We can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Karen E.

5 Jun, 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Communication

Good intentions, many disappointments

Initial appearance of the home was good. It was well stocked and had some thoughtful, small touches inside. Location on the lake cove was fine and quiet as well. It was obvious the homeowners intended on helping guests feel comfortable which we appreciated. Unfortunately, those intentions were overshadowed by two external “selling points” of the house being non-functional. The train and slide. Also, as our trip progressed, other details emerged that had us questioning the standard of cleanliness and attention to detail from the maid service. Although the listing said the train could be down on RARE occasions due to routine maintenance, we assumed “rare” meant pretty reliable so we took a chance but were disappointed when we arrived and it wasn’t working. An attached note stated an electrician would arrive the next day to fix it (which never happened). So, 106 stair steps later to unload (X’s 5, up and down), we finally settled in. Our kids, aged 10 and 8, immediately ran for the slide but stopped right away after seeing the obvious damage at the end of it. A large crack was very evident under several rounds of duct tape. The tape was clearly put in place as a quick fix but worn down just enough that the crack was showing through. The tape was also so thick it created a mound that would have been uncomfortable and dangerous to slide over at full speed. So the slide was off limits for the duration of our trip. Despite multiple attempts to reach the guest contact, no one answered or responded to our concerns so we gave up. As our trip progressed, it was clear the maid service missed some detailed cleaning. The coffee maker had an old, dried up filter with coffee grinds splattered inside. There was dirt and dust under beds and behind doors and two shower drains were full of old hair causing water to pool around the drain (yes, we pulled out the hair in one). We went to do a laundry load and there was mildew and clumped, moldy buildup in the rubber around the inside of the washer. Lots of missed details. Among these issues, we had a pretty substantial problem that ultimately required us to end our trip early. Because the issue was handled swiftly and appropriately by the Evolve and VRBO rental groups (different from our “guest contact” who was non-responsive), we will refrain from adding it to our review. Clearly, it was not the trip we envisioned. The disappointments were so many that I doubt we’ll take a chance on this home again.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

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8/10 Good

Lynne

25 May, 2022

Nice House

First the positives...the house is as pictured, with the exception of it being much smaller than the pictures make it appear. It is clean and fairly well stocked. The location is great. However this could be a 5 star home if only they could fix a few of the issues. We did email the management with a list. They did acknowledge our emails but never fixed any of the items. For example we had a broken blind, two shower faucet fixtures were falling off, a bathroom pocket door was not useable because it was stuck and a bathroom toilet flush handle was almost impossible to use. Last but not least, unfortunately we left some items on the train/tram. We called 3 times and were told they would look at the surveillance videos and check with housekeeping to see if we could get our items. No one has reported back to us regarding this, Granted it was our fault for not checking this before we departed but sad to know someone has taken our things (wine and glasses). Also we can't emphasize enough that you will need the train to be in working order for loading and unloading. There are 100 stairs that you need to climb to get to and from the house from the parking area. If not it would be a deal breaker. All that being said, it is a nice house and in a good location. I would still recommend it.