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Discover a selection of 3,500 vacation rentals in Lake James, US that are perfect for your trip. Whether you’re traveling with friends, family, or even pets, Vrbo vacation homes have the best amenities for hanging out with the people that matter most, including swimming pools and kitchens. Prices start at $139 per night, and cabins and houses are popular options for a stay in Lake James. Either way, you'll find a rental for everyone's needs.
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Things to do
Every day's a school day with a Lake James vacation rental
Like your activities with a bit of education thrown in? Well then, you'll love a Lake James vacation rental. Several of the hiking trails in Lake James State Park are tailored towards particular audiences, including the Holly Discovery Trail for kids, and the Overmountain Victory Trail for history buffs, which commemorates a patriot militia who thrashed the Brits way back in 1780. There's also a full program of events laid on by the rangers, including wildlife-watching and stargazing. If only expanding your intellectual horizons was always as relaxing as this.
Activities
In it, on it, or under it - it's all about the water
Given that it's, well, a lake, water activities are going to play a big part in your Lake James vacation rental. Lake James is well set up for swimming, with changing rooms, concessions, lifeguards, and a dedicated swimming area. The lake's also popular with kayakers, paddle boarders, and jet skiers, plus fishermen on the hunt for the largemouth bass that lurk in the depths. There's a wide, sandy beach for picnics and BBQs, and Lake James State Park contains over 25 miles of hiking trails, 15 of which are open to 2-wheeled adventurers too.
Weather
Great beaches, come and meet great weather
The good news for your Lake James vacation rental is that the climate is pretty mild round here. Winters are reasonably cold without being brutal, and spring gets a decent amount of rain. As for summer, you can expect plenty of great beach weather, but the mountain setting of Lake James means it rarely gets too hot for comfort. And if it does? Well, you've got a lake, right there. The swimming area is open between May and September, so you might as well make the most of it, right?
Natural features
Sit back and smell the flowers in Lake James State Park
Lake James is actually a reservoir, up in the mountains of North Carolina. It's a big old patch, covering 10 square miles, with 150 miles of shoreline. And when you're done taking a dip in its cool waters or lounging on its sandy beach, you'll want to explore the 3,600-acre Lake James State Park, which is the largest waterfront park in the state. It's home to all kinds of wildlife including birds and reptiles, plus mammals like flying squirrels, deer, and muskrat. And if you're into wildflowers then say no more - just get your Lake James vacation rental booked on the double.
How many vacation rentals are available around Lake James, US?
Our 2020 property listings offer a large selection of 3,419 vacation rentals around Lake James. From 1,134 cabin rentals to 1,244 house rentals, find a unique house rental for you to enjoy a memorable holiday or a weekend with your family and friends.
What are the most popular destinations to visit in Lake James?
There are many lovely places to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Lake James. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular destinations to visit are:
- Lake Lure: 736 vacation rentals
- Black Mountain: 1,387 vacation rentals
- Blue Ridge Mountains: 13,872 vacation rentals
- North Carolina Mountains: 20,865 vacation rentals
- Burnsville: 4,245 vacation rentals
And Vrbo offers you the chance to discover many other popular destinations in Lake James! Please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available in other popular destinations.
What are the main cities to discover in Lake James?
Whether you're traveling with family or friends, here are the cities with the largest selection of vacation rentals for a holiday trip or just for a weekend in Lake James:
- Lake Lure: 736 rentals
- Black Mountain: 1,387 rentals
- Burnsville: 4,245 rentals
- Fairview: 1,915 rentals
- Newland: 2,204 rentals
For other cities, please use our search bar to access the selection of vacation rentals available.
Near which points of interest can I spend my holidays in Lake James?
Vrbo offers a large selection of rentals near lovely places in Lake James. From Vrbo travelers, the top most popular points of interest to stay for a holiday trip or just for a weekend are:
- Lake James State Park: 211 rentals
- Pisgah National Forest: 712 rentals
- Jonas Ridge Snow Tubing: 2,228 rentals
- Linville Caverns: 1,369 rentals
- Catawba Falls: 1,811 rentals
But there are many other points of interest around Lake James listed on Vrbo where you can find your place to stay. Just write your wanted destination in our search bar and have a look at our selection.
Explore destinations around Lake James
Lake Lure
736 vacation rentals
Black Mountain
1,387 vacation rentals
Burnsville
4,245 vacation rentals
Fairview
1,915 vacation rentals
Newland
2,204 vacation rentals
Rutherfordton
817 vacation rentals
Spruce Pine
1,535 vacation rentals
Old Fort
2,517 vacation rentals
Marion
5,951 vacation rentals
Bakersville
1,054 vacation rentals
Chimney Rock
711 vacation rentals
Morganton
211 vacation rentals
Bostic
53 vacation rentals
Lenoir
23 vacation rentals
Shelby
50 vacation rentals
Green Mountain
2,476 vacation rentals
Mill Spring
1,264 vacation rentals
Union Mills
513 vacation rentals
Linville
2,353 vacation rentals
Connelly Springs
47 vacation rentals