Lake James Retreat: Large Private Lakefront Home

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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10278.7 sq m

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Parking available
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Pet-friendly
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nebo, NC

Lake James
‪1 min walk‬
Lake James State Park
‪15 min walk‬
Boat Beach
‪9 min drive‬
Hickory, NC (HKY-Hickory Regional)
‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

6 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

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. The entire house was updated with new furnishings purchased in 2017.
This home has a large fully stocked 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 Bunk Bed Pairs (sleeps 4)
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 cable TV 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 waters 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 manager

Matt Bartholf

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Nebo

Nebo is home to this holiday home. Belle Nicho Winery and Silver Fork Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Outpost and Martha's Park. Morganton Railroad Depot & Museum and Bouncin' Kids are also worth visiting.

nebo, NC

What's nearby

Lake James - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Lake James State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Boat Beach - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
Linville Gorge Wilderness Area - 41 min drive - 25.5 km
Linville Caverns - 45 min drive - 52.1 km

Restaurants

‪Silver Fork Winery - ‬16 min drive
‪Roma Restaurant Pizza Pasta - ‬11 min drive
‪Bear Creek Marina - ‬14 min drive
‪Fonta Flora Brewery - ‬5 min drive
‪Belle Nicho Winery - ‬13 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?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

Situated in Nebo, this holiday 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 miles (10 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

26 April 2025

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

Cynthia C.

11 April 2023

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

Matk R.

1 May 2023

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

Fishing vacation

We had a great time at this home. The location was ideal on the lake and the accommodations were excellent. We had a great time.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

10 September 2024

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

Micah F.

5 June 2023

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

Summer lake trip

Awesome lake vacation!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyson C.

2 May 2023

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

Beautiful Lake House

Beautiful house with beautiful views. Perfect spot for a long weekend.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

28 May 2024

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

Sara R.

10 May 2023

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

Jennifer S.

30 November 2021

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

Great Nature Getaway

The property was a great place for my family (3 young kids and 2 grandparents) to have a quick weekend getaway. We loved the fall colors over the lake and hiking locations close by were phenomenal. We hope to return in the summer because I imagine the lake is even more magical then.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gary N., Leland, NC 28451

6 November 2021

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

Perfect Lake House

Comfortable home on waterfront. We had three couples enjoy the time there with plenty of space to spare.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Milan S.

11 October 2023

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

CLos A.

3 January 2021

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

Amazing Lake James property

Great stay with family and friends. The house is well equipped, clean and comfortably furnished. Plenty of space for large families to spread out and entertain as needed. I would definitely recommend this property .

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Maureen T.

15 June 2024

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

Kathryn J.

8 May 2024

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

Ellen L.

2 April 2018

House is updated and spacious enough for 3 families to stay comfortably. Also very well stocked!

There were 3 families in our group and we were all able to spread out and have our own space. The house had every amenity we needed and the view of the lake is beautiful. The owners were great to work with - would definitely rent this home again!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Trudy & Carl G.

29 June 2024

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

Tammy C.

9 June 2023

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

Lake get away

Very large house,

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

20 May 2024

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

Julian S.

16 October 2021

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

Abbey H.

3 October 2024

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

Kimberly G., Raynham MA

21 May 2023

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

Amazing location but tough driveway!!

House was great. Location great and clean. Driveway is tough!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri W.

26 September 2023

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

Jason and Michelle M.

28 October 2021

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

Catherine

25 October 2023

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

Gretchen F.

6 January 2022

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

Great, open house

The house was spacious and clean, and the lake views were incredible! Large, well-stocked kitchen upstairs and complete second 'apartment' downstairs. Ideal for large families.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Matt Bartholf

We are Matt & Bhavana. A family with young kids and we enjoy vacations that allow us to get away and spend time together with opportunities to both be active & relax. Our kids just love the water and their most memorable vacations have been at lake, beach or the mountains. We live in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Why they chose this property

Our kids have always loved the water. Matt grew up on Lakes and when we visited Lake James and saw how beautiful and clean the water was, how little traffic Lake James receives, and the great hiking and fishing in the area, we fell in Love with it!

As parents of young kids, it was also important for us to be in a place not too far off from having access to good organic groceries, shops and great restaurants for nice evening out - Morganton offers all of this. And we have a few great wine vineyards and breweries providing excellent venues for drink, live music and dining.

Our hope is that we can share this experience with other families & you will also find your bliss at Lake James.

What makes this property unique

We fell in love with this house with it's unique style, open floor plans, & large kitchen (Love to Cook!)! The private dock with such a beautiful view of the lake where we can experience breath taking sunrises!

As a family that loves to entertain, we do our best to ensure the house is stocked with everything you need to come and just relax!

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5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

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