Wake up to Blue Ridge Mountain views from a stunning A-Frame retreat near Lake James. Spend the morning on the water or the golf course. Come home to a fire pit, a game room, and a kitchen built for a crowd.
Lakeways is a custom-built 4-bedroom A-Frame home — the most well-equipped vacation rental near Lake James. With a full gym, bunk room for the kids, and a game room anchored by a 70" TV, this is where groups come to actually disconnect.
14 minutes to Marion Lake Club Golf Course. 5 minutes to Bear Creek Marina. 10 minutes to Lake James State Park.
Perfect for families, golf trips, guys weekends, and girls getaways. Check-in 3PM. Guests must be 25+.
Welcome to Lakeways
Lakeways is a custom-built, 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom A-Frame mountain retreat near Lake James, North Carolina — nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and designed from the ground up to be the best vacation rental in the region.
This is not a standard cabin. This is a fully equipped base camp for the best weekend you've had in years.
Sleeps 10. Built for groups. Everything your group needs. Nothing left behind.
Note: Lakeways is situated near Lake James but does not have direct water access. The closest water access point is Brier Creek Marina, and we also recommend Lake James State Park for beach access, swimming, and paddling. Two kayaks are provided — just a short drive to launch.
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THE MAIN LEVEL
Step inside to a sun-filled living room framed by large windows and panoramic mountain views — the signature of the A-Frame design. The rocked gas fireplace anchors the space, perfect for cool mountain mornings and late nights with good company.
The chef's kitchen is fully stocked and built for a crowd: large island, seating for 10+, Keurig and press coffee makers, Instant Pot, full cookware set, and everything you need to cook a real meal together.
The covered deck off the living room is where mornings happen. Mountain views, fresh air, dining table, charcoal grill, and room to breathe.
The primary suite features a king bed, dedicated workspace with monitors, and a spa-worthy en-suite with a custom-tiled rain head shower, bench, and dual vanity.
The 2nd bedroom offers a queen bed and 43" smart TV. The 2nd full bath features a jacuzzi tub — ideal for unwinding after a day on the lake or the links.
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THE LOWER LEVEL
The lower level is where the fun lives.
The game room features a massive sectional, a 70" TV, and a multi-use table that converts between ping-pong, pool, and dining. Bluetooth speaker. Dart board. Games stored throughout. This room runs late.
The 3rd bedroom (lower primary) features a queen bed with en-suite tiled rain shower — private and comfortable for guests who want their own space.
The 4th bedroom is the bunk room: four single bunks, a 43" smart TV, and a dedicated play space for kids.
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THE GYM
Serious fitness. No gym membership needed.
- Rogue Monster Rack + Rogue Resistance Bands
- Olympic Platform
- 420 lbs in weight plates
- 45 lb bar + EZ Curl Bar
- Power Blocks up to 90 lbs each
- Adjustable incline bench
- Rowing machine
- 12 lb medicine ball
- Foam roller
- Jump rope
- Yoga mat
- Dart board + extra refrigerator
Whether you're training for a race or just staying consistent on vacation, this gym delivers.
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OUTDOOR LIVING
The graveled fire pit area with string lights is the heart of every evening at Lakeways. Firewood is provided — gather here after sunset, light it up, and stay late.
The back deck features a gas grill for cookouts and al fresco dinners. A picnic table area and ring toss round out the yard.
Two single kayaks are available — drive 5 minutes to Brier Creek Marina or Lake James State Park to launch. Adult and kids life jackets provided. We also provide a cooler, beach bag, and beach toys to make your lake day effortless.
Ample parking for boats, trailers, and street-legal ATVs. No HOA. Full privacy.
Outdoor Games: Volleyball + net · Soccer ball + nets · Spike ball · Badminton · Football · Bocce ball · Corn hole · Ring toss
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GOLF — 14 MINUTES AWAY
Marion Lake Club is a semi-private par-70 golf course just 8.4 miles (14 minutes) from Lakeways. It features Bermuda fairways, bent grass greens, and back-nine views of Lake James and Linville Gorge that stop you mid-swing.
With a pro shop, clubhouse restaurant, and full bar, it's a full golf day — right out your front door.
Book tee times at marionlakeclub.com.
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GET ON THE WATER
Lake James is one of North Carolina's cleanest lakes, surrounded by Blue Ridge Mountain views, sandy beaches, and quiet islands.
Lakeways does not have direct lake access, but water access is just minutes away:
- Brier Creek Marina — closest water access point
- Lake James State Park — 10 min — beach access, swimming, paddling, hiking trails
We provide two kayaks, life jackets (adult + kids), a cooler, beach bag, and beach toys. Just load up and go.
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EV CHARGING
Lakeways offers on-site EV charging for both Tesla and non-Tesla vehicles (Level 2 charger). Charge overnight and hit the road ready to go.
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ADVENTURE NEARBY
Bear Creek Marina & Restaurant — 5 min (2.4 miles)
Lake James State Park — 10 min (5.8 miles)
Fonta Flora Brewery – Whippoorwill Farm (Nebo) — 7 min (4.0 miles)
Marion Lake Club Golf Course — 14 min (8.4 miles)
Downtown Marion — 18 min (9.5 miles)
Fonta Flora Brewery – Morganton — 34 min (21.5 miles)
Downtown Morganton — 34 min (22.6 miles)
Linville Caverns — 34 min (25.5 miles)
Grandfather Mountain — 1 hr 9 min (44.3 miles)
Biltmore Estate, Asheville — 52 min (41.9 miles)
Downtown Asheville — 56 min (43.2 miles)
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) — 1 hr 5 min (55.5 miles)
Beech Mountain Ski Resort — 1 hr 25 min (53.5 miles)
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WHO LAKEWAYS IS BUILT FOR
Families — bunk room, baby gear, game room, beach toys, kayaks, kids books, games & toys
Golf Trips — Marion Lake Club 14 min away, fire pit and game room at night
Guys Weekends — gym, game room, golf, grill, fire pit, hiking
Girls Getaways — covered deck, hiking, wine nights, mountain views
Multi-family Groups — sleeps 10, multiple living spaces, full kitchen, spacious outdoor dining & backyard games
Remote Workers — fast WiFi (171 Mbps), dedicated workspace, video call capability, peaceful A-Frame setting
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THE DETAILS
A-Frame Design | 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10
4.94 Stars | 110 Reviews | Guest Favorite | Top 10% Nationwide
Superhost | 100% Response Rate
Self Check-In (Keypad) | Check-in 3PM | Checkout 10AM
EV Charger Level 2 (Tesla + Universal)
Fast WiFi — 171 Mbps
Free On-Site Parking (boats, trailers, ATVs welcome)
Firewood Provided
No HOA | Full Privacy
Guests 25+ | No Weddings/Parties
As required by NCREC disclosure: one property manager is a NC licensed Realtor.
Pisgah National Forest12 min walk - 1.1 km
Lake James14 min walk - 1.2 km
Lake James State Park5 min drive - 7.3 km
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