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Lake James Retreat: Large Private Lakefront Home

Vacation home in Nebo with kitchen and fireplace

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace
Smart TV, fireplace
Nestled in Holiday Shores, Your Lake James Lake Front Oasis offers a serene retreat with spectacular lake views. Unwind on the private dock or explore beautiful Lake James using paddleboards and a kayak provided by this 5-bedroom home.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lake James Retreat: Large Private Lakefront Home

Your Lake James Lake Front Oasis
Lake James 5 Bedroom 3 Bath Home
You've found the perfect spot to enjoy Lake Living. Spectacular views in a private retreat on Lake James with this 5 Bedroom 3 Bath lake front home with private dock. Enter the house & you're greeted to an open floor plan with soaring ceilings.
This home has a large fully equipped kitchen featuring a big island and plenty of room to entertain family and friends. The main floor also provides access to the screened porch and large deck overlooking the lake.
Your vacation home will comfortably sleep 12 with the following bedding:
1 King
2 Queens
2 Full Beds
2 twins
The house was designed to host multiple families with 2 kitchens & 2 living areas. The main floor provides 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a full kitchen featuring a large island. The lower level provides 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a kitchenette and ping pong table.
Guests enjoy SmartTVs with YouTube TV Service on the 3 high def TVs and broadband internet with WiFi access is provided.
Once outside guests are welcomed with a small sandy beach and fire pit at water's edge. Out on the lake we have a private dock where you'll have the use of our 2 paddleboards and a kayak which provide a great way to explore and enjoy beautiful Lake James. If you'd like to do more extensive exploring on the lake we're happy to refer you to a couple of marinas that offer pontoon boat rentals.
The house provides everything necessary for a great base to ensure you enjoy a fun & relaxing vacation on the most beautiful lakes in the Carolinas.
Guests will have access to entire property both inside and outside
We respect & ensure the privacy of our guests however we have a team available to quickly address any needs &/or requests
Holiday Shores is a terrific neighborhood that offers beautiful lake access and lake views.
A car is a necessity around Lake James. However, there are great hiking and biking trails nearby. A boat is nice & we provide Stand-up Paddle Boards and a kayak. Pontoon boats and jet skis are also available for rent on the lake.
There is much to explore around Lake James.
Fonta Flora Hiking Trail
Mountain Biking at Lake James State Park
Hiking at Lake James State Park
Breweries: Fonta Flora (http://fontaflora.com/) Hillman's
Wineries: South Creek (http://www.southcreekwinery.co...) Belle Nicho (http://www.bellenichowinery.co...)

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Lake James Retreat Spacious Private Lake Front Home House nebo
Lake James Retreat Spacious Private Lake Front Home House
Lake James Retreat Spacious Private Lake Front Home nebo
Lake James Retreat Spacious Private Lake Front Home
Lake James Retreat Spacious Private Lake Front Home House nebo
Lake James Retreat Spacious Private Lake Front Home House
Lake James Retreat Spacious Private Lake Front Home nebo
Lake James Retreat Spacious Private Lake Front Home House nebo
Lake James Retreat Spacious Private Lake Front Home House
Lake James Retreat Spacious Private Lake Front Home nebo
Lake James Retreat: Spacious Private Lake Front Home nebo
Lake James Retreat Spacious Private Lake Front Home
Lake James Retreat: Spacious Private Lake Front Home nebo
Lake James Retreat Spacious Private Lake Front Home
Lake James Retreat: Spacious Private Lake front Home Nebo

About the neighborhood

Map
NC, nebo

What's nearby

  • Lake James State Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Lake James - 2 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Boat Beach - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Silver Fork Winery - 16 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Linville Caverns - 55 min drive - 63.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Silver Fork Winery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bones Jones Burgers And Butchery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fonta Flora Brewery - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Belle Nicho Winery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Roma - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake James Retreat: Large Private Lakefront Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Lake James Retreat: Large Private Lakefront Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake James Retreat: Large Private Lakefront Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake James Retreat: Large Private Lakefront Home located?

Situated in Nebo, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake James, Catawba River, and Lake James State Park. Boat Beach and Pisgah National Forest are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Lake James Retreat: Large Private Lakefront Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia C.

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

Great Location

Had a great time with family. Kids enjoyed the sand area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara R.

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

Awesome place to stay

Such a nice place to get away. It's clean, inviting, roomy, and perfect spot on the lake. Screened in porch was perfect to have your morning coffee on..so peaceful! Communication with owner was so easy and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julian S.

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

Amazing Time

What a nice place to relax and disconnect. Our family and friends of all ages truly enjoyed… Thank you! See you again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jason and Michelle M.

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

Beautiful house and location

Great accommodations and easy access to both levels of the house for unloading. Loved seeing a family of otters too. Quiet cove and excellent beach area with firepit. Lots of stores just 20-25 minutes away.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maureen T.

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

Quick visit

Matt was so great at accommodating our big group for a family funeral. We needed a really short stay and an unusual start time and he went the extra mile to make it happen. We were so grateful to have been able to stay together at such a hard time for our family. And the property is gorgeous!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri W.

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

Perfect vacation with friends and family

Perfect house for multi generational group. We enjoyed the kayak and paddle boards, swimming ogg the dock. Easy docking for our pontoon boat. Fire pit, pong pong, basketball, cor hole. Great kitchen. Perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn J.

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

Beautiful home on lake cove

This home was perfect for our vacation , with plenty of space for each family unit. We enjoyed card games on the screened porch in the evenings. The house is pristine clean, has a spacious well stocked kitchen, and the beds all comfortable. The firepit is a cozy spot to gather and look out over the lake. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

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

Beautiful house

House is beautiful, clean & great location. We had a great time relaxing on the porch, around fire pit & in the chairs on the dock. Kitchen is stocked & we felt very comfortable. Thank you so much for opening your home to us! We will be back😀
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

dewell60

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

Beautiful Lake House

Spacious 5-bedroom lake house that was well furnished. Communications and instructions were straight-forward and easy. Kitchen well stocked with everything needed should you want to dine in. Enjoyed the paddleboards and kayak. Ping pong table was a bonus. Would rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret S.

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

Great Lake Getaway

Our family rented Lake James Retreat for 4 days. We had a total of 12 people (3 generations). Great time was had by all. The lake was absolutely gorgeous!! Rented a pontoon for the day and took a ski boat with us. The house was very well equipped and very clean and comfortable for all of us. Will return again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Sharon A.

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

Lovely Lake House

The driveway was scary. Ground keeper came and blew leaves off which helped. Having 3 ovens was awesome for preparing Thanksgiving dinner. Of course, 2 refrigerators were also much appreciated. Fire ban was lifted so we enjoyed pit fires in the evenings.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle T., Raleigh

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

Fantastic family home on quiet cove

We just returned from a week at this wonderful home in Holiday Shores on Lake James and —wow—it was perfect for our family of 8. Plenty of room for the kids (young adults, actually) to spread out in the basement with their own sitting area, TV and kitchen, while my husband and I, and his parents had the upstairs. Beautiful views of the lake from the screened-in porch. We spent most of our time on the private dock, which accommodated our ski boat quite well. The owners have gone above and beyond to ensure all the little details that make a vacation home HOME greeted us on arrival. We wanted for nothing all week, and truly hated having to pack up and leave when the week was over (way too quickly). Lake James doesn’t have many 4-bedroom homes with private docks for weekly rental, so we feel lucky to have found Matt and Bhavana’s home on VRBO. As my kids would say “10/10 would do again!”
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

Beautiful Lake James

Great location, beautiful home
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

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

Great house on Lake James!

House was great! Lots of room, nice screened in porch room and large kitchen! We brought our boat and docked right at the house! The hosts were incredibly nice and answered right away with any questions that we had! We had to leave a day early because our grandkids came down with fevers and they refunded our last night. Didn’t need to, but they did! Super nice!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abbey H.

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

Beautiful home for a family vacation!

Very comfortable home, we had a wonderful stay! Matt & Bhavana were very responsive and helpful. We booked a boat for a few days and it's a great spot for enjoying the lake. The walk to the dock is steep, but WAY easier than many of the other homes we saw. The view is lovely and the property felt very private. We took day trips to the Biltmore and a few hiking spots, and had some meals in Marion and Morganton; while feeling quite remote, it's not too far away from anything you might need! We also cooked a lot, and the kitchen was roomy enough for three of us to cook/prep and the others to sit around the island chatting. Definitely would book again!
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

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

Staff Retreat

Everything was wonderful... the house, the fire pit, and the dock. We were able to have our personal boat, with room to dock it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trudy & Carl G.

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

Family Fun

Fantastic home! Loved the layout, kitchen, bedrooms. We ate breakfast every day on the screened in porch. Walked down to the lake for a float or swim or paddle board. The teens loved jumping off the dock at the house and s’mores at night by the fire pit. Loved fishing off the dock. The beds were really comfortable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

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

Great getaway!

Plenty of room for everyone to gather together, well stocked kitchen, the extra fridge was clutch, we hung out on the dock all weekend, quiet little cove for a holiday, lovely screened porch to enjoy the evenings and when it rained... we all agreed we would rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

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

Great for Fishing and kayaking

Access to the water is amazing if you enjoy Kayaking. Can also fish off the boat dock and backyard area. Plenty of room in the house for families. Close access to a boat rental and bait store. House and yard is well kept. Easy access to residence and easy check in procedures!! Really enjoyed this house and would like to come back!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milan S.

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

Wonderful

We had a wonderful time at this nice lake house. Everything was perfect 😀
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

5 bedroom lake house that delivers.

Fully equipped does not begin to describe how well this owner has furnished their home for your fun and enjoyment. Fabulous kitchen, comfortable rooms, huge screened in porch, ping pong, cornball, 3 paddleboards/kayak, fire pit/chairs/firewood, dock situated in quiet finger of lake. If they would provide lots of bathroom hooks to hang towels/bathing suits/wet clothes I would deem it perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula H., Wilmington, NC

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

Bar has been set!

This was our 7th year of vacationing in the Mountains and we have finally found our spot. The property offered everything we needed and more. The upgrades the owners have done from the original post are awesome. Love having two kitchens, the covered screened in porch and the lower level for corn hole. The location is very easy and convenient for site seeing. The number 1 advantage was having a open golf course within a half mile. Can’t wait to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

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

Lake get away

Very large house,
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Micah F.

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

Summer lake trip

Awesome lake vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy L.

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

Amazing Lake House & Beautiful Views

My brothers and I had a great stay in this wonderful lake house! The house was perfect for all of us, it was equipped with everything we needed, and the location was beautiful. It’s easy to get to the marina and local shopping. Fishing was good and we hope to stay here again. Hosts were very accommodating and super nice. Highly Recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023