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Lakeside Cottage, on Whisper Lake with Gorgeous Lake & Mountain Views.

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
Interior
Fireplace, DVD player, foosball, books
Whisper Lake Haven, nestled alongside tranquil Whisper Lake in Sapphire Valley, offers a serene lakefront retreat. With two spacious living areas and expansive decks with lake views, you can unwind by the gas fireplace or take in the soothing sounds of running water. Explore the lush garden filled with flowers attracting hummingbirds and butterflies leading to a private dock where you can enjoy canoeing on this peaceful lake.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Lakeside Cottage, on Whisper Lake with Gorgeous Lake & Mountain Views.

This lakefront home is situated alongside tranquil Whisper Lake in the heart of Sapphire Valley. This spacious, 4 bedroom & 4 bathroom home has 2 living areas (upstairs & downstairs) each with a wrap-around deck and lake views from which can be heard the sound of running water. The upstairs has an expansive Great Room that features a gas fireplace and wall of windows overlooking the lake and mountains. The downstairs can function as a second living area and includes a living room with gas fireplace, access to the lower wrap-around deck and a game room with books, family board games, and a foosball table. All four bedrooms are roomy with good views and have access to a full bath. The fully stocked kitchen has a double wall oven. The outside garden has many flowers designed to attract hummingbirds and butterflies. Take a stroll down the pathway through the lush foliage where you'll find a private dock and canoe (available for your use). Good fishing for bluegills and bass on this peaceful lake (no motorized vehicles allowed). For a small fee, guests have access to the many Sapphire Valley Resort amenities (golf, tennis, indoor and outdoor pools, mini-golf, pool table, ping-pong, a fitness center and game room) and access to 55+ acre Fairfield Lake (swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and motorized boating or sailing). Please ask for details. Holidays are a four (4) day minimum.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Gym
  • Tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

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 not allowed

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

1699-93166

About the neighborhood

Located in Sapphire, this vacation home is in the mountains and on a lake. Lake Jocassee and Gorges State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cashiers Farmers Market and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. Traveling with kids? Consider Highlands Biological Station, or check out an event or a game at Silversteen Memorial Stadium.
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NC, Sapphire

What's nearby

  • Whisper Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hogback Lake - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Sapphire National Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Gorges State Park - 12 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Lake Toxaway - 15 min drive - 9.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tavern @ High Hampton - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Cornucopia Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Slab Town Pizza - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Grand Olde Station at Lake Toxaway - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Cottage, on Whisper Lake with Gorgeous Lake & Mountain Views. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakeside Cottage, on Whisper Lake with Gorgeous Lake & Mountain Views.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Cottage, on Whisper Lake with Gorgeous Lake & Mountain Views.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Cottage, on Whisper Lake with Gorgeous Lake & Mountain Views. located?

This family-friendly Sapphire vacation home is located on a lake, just steps from Nantahala National Forest and Whisper Lake. Hogback Lake is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

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Lakeside Cottage, on Whisper Lake with Gorgeous Lake & Mountain Views. Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 59 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

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

Sapphire Weekend

Absolutely picture perfect mountain rental for a Fall gathering of old friends from Charlotte, ATL, and North Georgia!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jen T.

VERY restful!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family had a wonderful time here! The house is large and clean, the view wonderful, the lake quiet. We certainly would rent here again.

10/10 Excellent

Barb G.

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

Great Lake House!

This house was awesome! It's enormous and could easily sleep 12. The bedrooms were spacious and comfortable and there was plenty of bedding and towels (beach towels would be a nice addition).The views are spectacular and it is serene and quiet. We loved using the canoe, foosball table and games. It has a nice kitchen and we cooked several meals and used the grill. It has plenty of pots, pans, utensils, plates, etc - my only wish was that it had more simple staples like oil & vinegar, spices, etc. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Don T.

Cottage at Whisper Lake in Sapphire, NC

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Review is detailed and is being emailed to
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Mark A.

Whisper Lake

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property was exactly as described in VRBO. The property was very clean, well equipped and in very good condition. The property is large enough for everyone to gather in one spot, yet still have private space due to the separation of the rooms. We had a couple of items which needed attention at check in, but they were resolved satisfactorily. We would rent again at this location, and I would recommend the property.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Donald D.

Beautiful House and Surroundings

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a Family Vacation here for 10 days in July. The Rental Agent was extremely helpful with any questions since this was our first time staying in the area. The house has 3 floors with plenty of sleeping arrangements for everyone. The house and bathrooms were clean which is very important to us as renters. Kitchen was good with plenty of dishes. Very nice New Coffee Maker, but thePots and Pans were a bit old and rugged. Plenty of towels and the Washer/Dryer were very nice.Loved the Lake for swimming and the canoe was fun. We had a wonderful Ten Days there.

8/10 Good

Ellen M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend get-away

Nice house on a beautiful and peaceful lake; great for canoeing, resting, enjoying the quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kitty C.

Lakeside cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful stay. Loved having Lake access and use of sapphire amenities.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary A.

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

Peaceful get away

Great location in Sapphire Valley. Lovely deck. Near golf and Sapphire resort amenities for a small fee. Spacious and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Pierre A.

Great Trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Management Service could not have been more accommodating. Good location and house had a great view of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lynda M.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Evaluation of VRBO Property #1341898, Lakeside Cottage, Whisper Lake, Sapphire, NC

We have had five visits to the Highlands, Cashiers, and Sapphire area over the past 6 years, to all different houses. This was the first time we have been disappointed with the accommodations. It was stated in previous evaluations that the parking was extremely limited. Only two cars can be parked without hanging out into the road. It is then 21 steps down from the parking area to the main level of the house. This was no fun with suitcases or tenants with orthopedic problems. The lighting at the top of the stairs did not function. That was a bit unsafe. Our biggest objection had to do with the ventless fireplaces. I tried one the first day and the house was filled with propane fumes. Propane vapors are definitely toxic. It was a great disappointment to spend a week in the mountains without being able to use a fireplace. Written instructions for the television would be helpful. Eddy, the property manager, had to go over this with us over the phone. The upper deck was nice for sitting, but there were only two high Adirondack chairs. There was a wrought iron table and chairs. There is not much of a view of the lake, due to the trees. You are able to see the orange and yellow kayaks standing up at the community area across the lake. There were no comfortable chairs on the lower deck, only two of the wrought iron chairs. The advertisement photos showed Adirondack chairs down there. There was no view at all from the lower deck. The housekeeping left a lot to be desired. There was mildew in the downstairs shower. I found a bunch of hair on the wall of it, when I took my first shower. When we plugged in cell phone chargers near the head of the bed, there was at least five years of dust and dirt. The middle level tub was wiped with a disposable Lysol wipe when we arrived. It came out black. The silverware drawer was dirty, containing dust, food, and hair. It had to be washed. A Jacuzzi tub is downstairs. We couldn’t figure out how to work it. There were no instructions for it. This is probably just as well, as who knows what would come out of the jets. The lights over that tub and in the bathroom closet weren’t functioning. The middle bathroom downstairs has a shallow tub, but no shower. It has been mentioned about the difficulty in getting down to the lake. It is quite steep and involves going down under a tunnel of rhododendrons. The dock is smaller than a twin bed. There was only one aluminum paddle. The dock is close to a spillway over a dam.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Spacious retreat on lake and mountains

Very nice and large home. We enjoyed the beautiful views, ample space, and comfortable furniture. We are a family of five and it was terrific to have a bedroom and private bath for Mom and Dad and each of our mostly adult children. We enjoyed using the canoe and the reasonably priced amenity cards. The fitness center was well equipped and our youngest son enjoyed the arcade at the rec center. Property is close to parks and trails and other recreational activities. Mattresses are very firm, but that’s better than too soft. Propery could definitely accommodate a larger family, but we all liked having our own space. We cooked almost all of our meals in the kitchen. It’s not fancy, but it had everything we needed.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Will H., Cary, NC

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

Only issue was parking.

This is a great rental cottage and location. There is not a lot of room for off-street parking at the cottage (maximum of 1-2 vehicles), and access to the front door from the off-street parking involves a fairly steep set of steps. Otherwise, very pleased.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Damian K.

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

Great spot to relax and explore

Wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Delightful summer experience of the lake

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 had a delightful summer experience on the lake, fishing (and catching bream and bass) and canoeing every day. The house was just as presented, clean and everything worked just fine. The second living room was great for the kids to separate from the adults. Also, the Sapphine amenities were a great asset. All in all, an excellent experience.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Whisper Lake Property

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental property was conveniently located near golfing,fishing,shopping and great restaurants. The view of the lake from the two level porches was great and the view of the surrounding mountain area was beautiful as well. Our party of four couples had a great enjoyable time. The only negative was one of the bedrooms had no closet and the bathroom had no shower only a tub. Overall the property was very accommodating.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Gini M., Durham, North Carolina

Beautiful Spot

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 nice house. Excellent for two families. Nice linens and comfortable beds. A little removed from civilization, which isn't necessarily a bad thing. Should be gorgeous in the fall.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Charles F.

Lakeside Cottage-Secluded nature lovers' paradise!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our 50th wedding celebration with family was made delightful with the house being exactly as stated, along with the other amenities. The only drawback was the winding road (Highway 64) to get to the cottage. The area abounds with wild life, waterfalls, fishing, and various places to collect rocks & minerals, especially a shop in Brevard NC, which my 2 grand children enjoyed. I sincerely recommend this to everyone. There are always a few things which could be corrected, such as replacing a leaking blender, providing adequate trash bags, parking for only 3 automobiles, failure of management to notify us of a "boil order" for the water, which a neighbor conveyed to us.
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10/10 Excellent

Annette W., Summerville SC

Peaceful, spacious and comfortable

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 had a wonderful time at Lakeside Cottage. The home was very comfortable and clean. The location was great for going into Cashiers and seeing the sights. It was just the 2 of us but a family of 10-12 could also be comfortable there. My husband got to do a little fishing from the canoe. It was very private and relaxing.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

John P.

Memorial Day weekend 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: Beautiful setting and great accommodations. Really enjoyed throwing a line in the lake and catching a couple of small mouth bass. Had a small issue with the hot water after the first night, but Eddy at Silver Creek had his guy out first thing the next morning and we had hot water before breakfast. Nice job. Would highly recommend staying, but the only concern might be all the stairs you have to travel getting to the front door.
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10/10 Excellent

John G.

Great Get Away

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Large home with bedrooms on three levels. Quiet lake. Very relaxing and good restaurants nearby.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Denise R.

peaceful

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: This lovely home is set on a serene and peaceful and beautiful little lake. Photo ops abound! The home itself is large and was perfect for our three families. Each family settled in on one of the three floors so each had their private space, and we would spend most the time gathering in the expansive great room with adjoining kitchen and dining room. We are foodies and prepared wonderful meals in the fully equipped kitchen. Waterfall hikes are nearby, and our little ones loved the swimming pool. You are truly out in nature, but close enough to Cashiers to get to the grocery store and some antiquing. Also near Lake Glenville to rent a pontoon. It's a lovely place for a serene and restful vacation with cool temps...a great place to escape the heat of Texas.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Great getaway for a big family

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time at this beautiful cabin. It was extremely well kept and furnished well. The property manager could not have been more helpful. He returned calls immediately and took care of the property as if it were his own
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

janice t.

great family get together

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great house, lots if room to spread out. Open kitchen common area. 4 families and we all had plenty if room. Enjoyed the canoes and fishing and just hanging out.
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

John P.

Summer week in the mountains

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great stay. Perfect for the family.

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