Luxury Lakefront Gem with vibrant fall foliage and panoramic lake views

Come enjoy all that Sapphire Valley, Cashiers, and Highlands, NC has to offer from the comfort of this perfectly located and meticulously maintained townhome. Just a quick hour drive from Asheville Regional Airport brings you to our doorstep where you are ready to begin your best mountain vacation. Whether you prefer adventures like hiking, tubing, kayaking, and white water rafting; or resort amenities like pools, saunas, game rooms, and golf; or relaxing on your deck taking in 180-degree lake views while listening to the birds, then this is the vacation experience for you!

Entry Level: Upon entering this thoroughly and tastefully remodeled townhome, you will immediately notice the quality and details of your home away from home. The renovation encompassed every room, top to bottom. Elegance and comfort describe the furnishings and provide ample opportunities to enjoy the spacious rooms, most with fabulous views of Fairfield lake. The first master suite is located on this level. From there, you can enjoy a garden view from the king-sized bed while resting in luxurious bedding or take it in from the comfort of a private, secluded patio. The en suite bathroom has been completely renovated providing all the comforts of home with soothing spa-like colors and textures for your enjoyment.

Main Level: Seven steps down from the front door brings you to the main living area. From here you and your family will have plenty of room to relax in front of a fire, play your favorite board game, read a book, watch your favorite show on a large screen smart TV, or just enjoy the expansive lake view. You might also take advantage of the large, modern, and well-equipped kitchen to prepare a meal and enjoy it together at a roomy family-sized table indoors or dine al fresco on the furnished wrap-around deck while taking in the spectacular view of Fairfield Lake. The second master suite is located on this level as well. Soothing blue and grey décor complement the panoramic views of the lake from two sets of sliding glass doors which lead to the outdoor patio. The king-sized bed, top quality bedding, and well-appointed bathroom will not disappoint, and we do our best to provide all the conveniences of home. Enjoy your morning cup of coffee from the deck off this bedroom while you listen to birdsong from the trees or Canadian geese flying by.

Upper Level: Seven steps up from the front door brings you to the top level where the third and fourth bedrooms (each equipped with two twin beds) await. The rooms on this floor share a full bathroom and a view down to the high-ceilinged main level so no one feels isolated. Mini-split a/c units in each bedroom complement the central air/heating on this level to provide a highly individualized experience of climate-controlled comfort. The media room--furnished with two day beds, a TV, and a Wii--provide a comfortable escape for the kids, a teen hang out, or just an extra sleeping space for guests.

Outdoor Deck and Activities: Step outside onto the furnished, wraparound deck to better enjoy the view of the lake, do some birdwatching, or barbecue. Everything you need is already here. When you're ready for some lake fun, we've provided two stand-up paddle boards with life vests for our guests. So save the rental fees and take advantage of all this property has to offer!

Fairfield Lake, the Sapphire Valley Resort, and the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains are all just a I minutes away. Directly behind your vacation home is Fairfield Lake and a three-mile walking/running path that circles the lake (the trail is partially closed 5/15-8/15). Or, if you prefer a shorter walk, just a few minutes away is Fairfield beach and dock where you can swim, fish, or just relax and enjoy the view of Bald Mountain. Also at the beach, guests can rent canoes, kayaks, paddle boats, paddle boards, and Jon boats for a small additional fee.

There is something for everyone at Sapphire Valley Resort, situated less than two miles from our door. This family-friendly, year-round destination offers an executive golf course, eight clay tennis courts, three pickleball courts, and a mini-golf course a short drive away. The recreation center is home to a heated indoor pool, two hot tubs, two saunas, a game room, an exercise room, two outdoor pools, a kids' playground, and many lawn games to keep everyone entertained for hours. If you take a look at the daily schedule, there are daily classes, activities, excursions, live music, events, and workshops available. Vacationing in the winter? Our home is less than two miles from Sapphire Valley Ski resort where you can ski, snowboard or go tubing. Our guests enjoy discounted lift tickets and rentals. Don’t miss that famous outhouse races in February!

Outside of the resort, guests will find more than enough adventure all within a short 30-minute drive. The towns of Sapphire and Cashiers are minutes away by car. You can explore shops, farmer’s markets, and restaurants or just grab some groceries. There are over a dozen amazing waterfalls and countless hikes all within an easy drive. Kayaking, canoeing, and rafting are exciting day trips, easily arranged, and also only minutes away by car. Or if you prefer, a trip to Brevard is just a few minutes more in the other direction. If you plan a visit to Brevard, don’t forget to stop at Dolly’s Dairy Bar for the best ice cream around. Be sure to try one of their many summer-camp-inspired flavors for a mouth-watering and unique experience. Finally, if you crave a day in the city, a day trip to Asheville might be just the thing. Just a little over an hour away you will find some of the best shops, restaurants, and art museums in the area. Don’t forget to set aside a few hours to visit the Biltmore Estate while you’re there.

Sapphire Valley is known for its endless summer fun, but the brisk weather and beautiful foliage in the Blue Ridge Mountains make our home a sought-after destination in Autumn. And don’t forget to come back in the winter to enjoy the snow at The Sapphire Valley Ski Resort (exactly five minutes away from your door). Beginners will love the bunny slopes while intermediate/advanced skiers and snowboarders can try the blue diamond slope with a quad chair lift. Lessons are available at a reasonable rate, so don’t let inexperience stop you! The whole family will also enjoy the Frozen Falls Tube Park or the Vordach zip-line experience. With so much to do, we hope you come back every season!

Whatever your reason (or season) for coming, we hope to provide you with an exceptional experience in our home and one that you will return to often.

* Your safety matters:
• This property features an exterior camera located at the front entrance, facing out. The camera does not look into any interior spaces.
• There are +/- 25 steps from the parking lot to the front door and another +/- 25 steps down to the lake path/lake (photos provided in listing). All steps have safety treads, handrails, and are pressure cleaned regularly for your safety. Please take this into consideration when booking if steps are an issue for anyone in your group.

***We strive to be the best fit for your ideal vacation. In an effort to ensure that is the case, traveler must have a short conversation with owner via the Inbox and submit signed rental agreement (available in the Inbox and under “Rental Agreement”) along with a copy of photo ID within 22 hours of any booking request in order to confirm any dates. Unfortunately, we cannot confirm any booking request without completion of the above. Bookings of 21 days or more may require additional deposit at discretion of owner***