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5 Br/3.5 Ba. 3 KING BEDS. LAKE FRONT. FIREPIT. GAME ROOM. MULTIPLE PORCHES.

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Beach
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Walk-in entry into the lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12363.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lake Lure, NC
  • Lake Lure
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Lake Lure Flowering Bridge
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lake Lure Beach and Water Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1 Upstairs

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2 Upstairs

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 Main Level

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4 Downstairs

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Level 1/2 Bath

Toilet

Main Level Master Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

5 Br/3.5 Ba. 3 KING BEDS. LAKE FRONT. FIREPIT. GAME ROOM. MULTIPLE PORCHES.

As of now, Lake Lure is not expected to be open for boating and/or swimming by summer 2025 as lake recovery and cleanup efforts are still ongoing. However, our home is good to go and ready to host. We have just reduced our rates and minimum booking nights to reflect the expected conditions. The house remains a wonderful place for gathering and creating memories. The lake and mountains are still as beautiful as ever. Thank you for your continued support of such a special small town. Please refer to the town of lake lure's website for current lake status's.

Beautiful LAKEFRONT home. This home boasts a King Suite as well as four spacious gathering decks and room to spread out. Numerous indoor as well as outdoor living areas including a billiard room. Garage has been converted into a rec room with a ping pong table, foosball, giant jinga, and TV. Enormous sun deck atop a 2 stall boathouse. 2 Kayaks and 2 paddle boards (SUP) included with rental. Inquire with owner regarding rental of 20' pontoon. Sonos sound system. 3 king beds, 2 queens, 1 single, 3 roll-away beds, and 2 pack-n-play cribs. Fully stocked kitchen. Weber gas grill and charcoal grill are available for use. Our cove is nestled back from the traffic flow of the main lake allowing a safe space for children to swim away from boat traffic.

*NEW in 2022- we have just completed a stone fire pit addition to the side of our home.

Property manager

Ali Howell
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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LAKE LURE WILL NOT BE OPEN FOR RECREATIONAL BOATING, FISHING OR SWIMMING IN 2025 SEASON. Although the lake is closed while Hurricane Helene cleanup continues, there is much that our beautiful foothills areas has to offer. Pawleys Place is welcoming guests.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Lure

Located in Lake Lure, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Lake Lure Washburn Marina and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lake Lure Beach and Water Park and Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine. Travelling with kids? Consider Lake Lure Adventure Company and Justus Orchard. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lake Lure, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Lure - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Lake Lure Flowering Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Lake Lure Beach and Water Park - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Chimney Rock Village Riverwalk - 6 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Point Lookout Vineyards - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪La Strada At Lake Lure - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Village Scoop - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5 Br/3.5 Ba. 3 KING BEDS. LAKE FRONT. FIREPIT. GAME ROOM. MULTIPLE PORCHES. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5 Br/3.5 Ba. 3 KING BEDS. LAKE FRONT. FIREPIT. GAME ROOM. MULTIPLE PORCHES.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 Br/3.5 Ba. 3 KING BEDS. LAKE FRONT. FIREPIT. GAME ROOM. MULTIPLE PORCHES.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5 Br/3.5 Ba. 3 KING BEDS. LAKE FRONT. FIREPIT. GAME ROOM. MULTIPLE PORCHES. located?

This family-friendly Lake Lure holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Lure and Chimney Rock State Park. Lake Lure Beach and Water Park and Lake Lure Washburn Marina are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

charles m.

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

Golf trip

Great property, best supplied/equipped I’ve ever seen, multiple living/gathering areas, clean and tidy inside. We were 6 60 golfers that enjoyed the property immensely. The area is still struggling to recover from Helene but Kieth and Ali are on the top of their game! Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

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

Lovely property

Beautiful and well maintained home, we would be happy to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Vacation

This is our third year staying at this property and we consider it our second home. It is beautifully appointed exactly as pictured, and the owners are responsive and a pleasure to work with. We have already booked for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

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

Family Fun

The stay was great. Had a great time just hanging out. Very peaceful family time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom F.

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

Great stay

Ali was super responsive, to any and all questions. The 5 bedrooms, over three floors did an exceptional job accommodating our large family (including Grandchildren). Many great areas to gather, and the reck room was a great feature.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey G.

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

Amazing Wedding Weekend

We stayed here with our wedding party for our wedding weekend. The place was absolutely perfect and so was the boat! Thank you for the great hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

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

Wonderful place to stay on Lake Lure!

We had a great time with our family at Idle Speed! The hosts were great and the house was just perfect! Beautiful spot on the lake, very clean, lots of great porch space and hang out space! We also enjoyed being close to some great hiking spots and the Chimney Rock area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig H.

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

Great Family Vacation

This house was everything we expected, and more! The area was perfect for a family vacation. We explored the Biltmore, chimney rock state park, and are glad we rented a pontoon boat to cruise around the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

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

The best family house on the lake!

This was our second stay at the house and I know we will be back again! The property is in the perfect location on the lake - close to the marina, restaurants, etc., but still tucked away for a serene vibe. We rented the pontoon and it really adds to the lake experience, but you can have so much fun on the water even without it thanks to the paddle boards, kayaks, lily pad and spacious dock. The house is equipped with everything you need for an infant/kids, which made packing so easy. Thank you, Ali and Keith, for creating such a special place!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

Family gathering

This was an excellent choice for our family to gather for the week. The house was comfortable for all and well supplied. Lake Lure is a beautiful vacation spot and we loved all the porches and views from each bedroom. We especially enjoyed the times we took the boat out. Ali and Keith were so friendly and responsive to any questions. We would definitely recommend staying at this wonderful home on the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

TJ D.

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

Amazing Home!

We absolutely loved this place. We have rented through VRBO for several years and multiple properties and we all agreed this one may have been our favorite. We want to come back in the summer and jump off the boathouse!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal H.

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

Family Vacation

4 generations enjoyed every aspect of the home, boat and game rooms. This was our 2nd year at Idle speed, definitely a favorite
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cleveland L.

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

Amazing Home

Not great at this but this house and its owners deserve an amazing review. The owners were fabulous to work with and the house exceeded our expectations. Great house, great people what more can you ask for? Thanks for allowing us to use you home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon H.

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

Beautiful and exciting home

Ali was an amazing host. very responsive on anything I needed. The house was amazing. it was almost too big for 5 people, but I hope to come back with a few more in the summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

Lake Lure Excursion

Great Property, the decks and Sun Rooms are wonderful for relaxation time. Our kids enjoyed kayaking and paddle boarding. The Chimney Rock area is quite beautiful. The sidewalks do roll up early in town and there are only a few places open after 8pm.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim F.

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

Perfect Fit

This property worked out great for our family of 10! The game room and pool table were used a lot. Beautiful view and it was great that they had kayaks for our use!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly W.

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

Annual family winter vacation

We originally had reservations in Gatlinburg but due to snow and ice we had to cancel. At the last minute we looked for somewhere else to gather and came across Lake Lure. The house and village of Chimney Rock exceeded our expectations!! Our family loved the house on the lake, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

Fall Family Trip

We rented this house for our family including our grown children and grandchildren. The house is perfect! It has everything you could possibly need and more! The location on the lake is just beautiful with so much to do! My only complaint is we didn’t get to stay long enough! We definitely plan to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom A., Taylors

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

Summer Mini vacation

We had an absolute amazing time here! The house itself was great with the well-stocked kitchen, great bedroom layout, and fun things to do like pool and ping pong. And everyone loved the lake amenities - kayaks, paddle boards, floating water mat, and a great deck to sit and play games and just enjoy the lake. Can't wait to come back and spend more time here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky H.

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

Fantastic Week on Lake Lure

We had a wonderful time with our children and grandchildren. The house was gorgeous and as depicted on VRBO. Plenty of room for all of us and fun for every age. During the day we enjoyed using the pontoon boat or just swimming, kayaking and paddleboarding off the dock. In the evenings we enjoyed playing pool and ping pong or having smores at the firepit. The house is very convenient to Chimney Rock and a number of restaurants. We would definitely rent this property again if we return to Lake Lure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Thuraia O.

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

Beautiful house

"Enjoyed our stay at the Lake Lure cabin in North Carolina. The cabin offered a cozy retreat with well-appointed amenities. The location provided a serene atmosphere, and the cleanliness was commendable. While we had a comfortable stay, a few minor improvements could enhance the overall experience. Nonetheless, we appreciated the charm of the cabin and the beautiful surroundings."
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan A.

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

Mountain Lake Retreat

We had an awesome time at the lake. The views were amazing. It was quiet and relaxing! The house was clean and spacious! Kitchen was well stocked with pans, plates, silverware, etc. The host Ali was quick to respond when we did have a question. Definitely would consider returning another time when it’s warmer to enjoy the lake activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen A., Portland, OR USA

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

Lovely Place with a Great Host

Idle Speed was a good fit for our family, nice bedrooms and lots of porches and a well-equipped kitchen. Lots of places for people to be together as well as have some quiet time, both indoors and out. As noted by others, it’s important to be aware of the stairs that need to be used to get to and from the lake and the boathouse. Ali was a pleasure to deal with, fast and responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy J.

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

Verry accommodating.

Had to cancel the day of arrival due to real bad weather. The owner very accommodating and was willing to rebook at no charge for a different date during the off season. We ended up not using the home, but we appreciated the offer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise G.

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

A week of fun and entertainment

This property has everything one would ever want while vacationing. Billiards, ping pong, fuse ball, board games, paddle boards, kayaks, canoes, fishing supplies and more!! If you are looking to get away with family and friends, this is your spot. The house will comfortably fit large groups. Our grown college and high school children really enjoyed their space downstairs. Ali is incredibly accessible and available to help in so many ways. I would stay here again in a heart beat. Thank you for such an amazing week!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020

About the host

Hosted by Ali Howell

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Why they chose this property

Two refrigerators to accommodate a large crowd (1 in kitchen, 1 in garage). Two washers and two dryers. Linens Included.

What makes this property unique

Our home is one of the closest rentals (a 5 minute drive) to the community beach or bustling Chimney rock downtown.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests