Laughing Waters Lodge | 6 Bedrooms | Pet Friendly

Located in the quaint mountain cove of Montreat, Laughing Waters Lodge is nestled up on Rainbow Ridge and is the perfect place to gather. This home, built in 1909, beautifully blends modern amenities with historical pieces. Enjoy your time both inside the home and out, on the three layers of decks with the sounds of nearby Flat Creek. The driveway is extremely steep, but it is manageable and has plenty of space at the top. There are a total of five parking spaces available.

Open concept, the first level has plenty of space for entertaining, with a table that seats approximately 16 people. The updated galley-style kitchen has modern appliances and beautiful granite countertops, with a bar space connecting to the dining room for quick service. Spacious den has seating on split levels - with the television on the upper level near the hall half bath. Spend time together on the expansive front porch in the red rocking chairs, as burgers heat up on the grill. All bedrooms are on the upper two levels of the home - with two rooms on the second floor, one leading to the deck; and four on the third floor, with access to the small top-story deck from the hall. Take your time as you venture up the stairs to piece together the story of the home and its previous occupants with the memorabilia placed on the walls.

You're within walking distance to the award-winning Robert Lake Park - with a lovely creekside playground, tennis courts, a small ballfield, and an easy walking trail, Elizabeth's Path. Peruse the ethically sourced handcrafted goods at Ten Thousand Village or the area-specific items at The Montreat Store. Grab a coffee or hand-scooped ice cream from The Huckleberry and take a walk around Lake Susan, or in the summer, rent a paddle boat or go fishing. Montreat's trail system offers several hiking options from easy to strenuous, and is within a few minutes' drive of the home.

​​​​​​​Venture into Black Mountain, an eight-minute drive, to enjoy the small businesses and locally owned restaurants that line the downtown streets. From pub-style Appalachian to authentic Cuban, several local coffee roasters and fantastic bakeries - Black Mountain has it all. If you've exhausted Black Mountain's offerings, travel another twenty minutes down the interstate to Asheville, where you can enjoy several James Beard-nominated restaurants and the booming beer scene.

House Layout:
Main Level- Kitchen, dining table seats 16-20, TV in the living room, half bath for the commons area. Please note that the electric fireplace in the living room is NOT usable.
Second Level- Bedroom 1 with two Queens and a set of bunk beds and a TV, full bath connects with tub/shower; Bedroom 2 with a Queen and a full bath.
Third Level- Bedrooms 3,4,5,6 have queen beds, and there are two full hall baths.

Important to Note: Linens, sheets, and towels are provided for your convenience. Laughing Waters Lodge is pet-friendly with an additional pet fee. Due to insurance regulations, there are certain breeds that are not permitted.

During the summer Montreat Conference Season (typically June through August), the home rents weekly, and the linens will be delivered to the home in gray laundry bags. Mid-August through May, the home has a minimum 3-night stay and a minimum of 4 nights for holidays. The beds will be made for your convenience.