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Serene Lakefront Cabin with Dock/Kayaks/Canoe & Fire Pit!!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Sapphire, NC
  • Hogback Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Sapphire National Golf Club
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Whisper Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Main

1 King Bed

Office 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Main bedroom bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Serene Lakefront Cabin with Dock/Kayaks/Canoe & Fire Pit!!

Beautiful remodeled mountain, lakefront home in Sapphire, NC. Includes amenities to Sapphire Valley Resort and location near 100s of miles of hiking trails. Cahsiers/Sapphire are is home to many beautiful waterfalls and all the great destinations of the western North Carolina mountains.

Wonderful lake-view, lower deck and fire pit, see photos!

*Recently upgraded high-speed internet! We got rid of the slow satellite link system and upgraded to recently offered fiber-optic based system that is true high-speed and a HUGE improvement!

Quiet, serene location... no motorized boat traffic on the lake and although minutes to Hwy 64, absolutely no road traffic noise can be heard. Just the birds, frogs and crickets :)

For information on the Sapphire Valley Amenities, please visit https://sapphirevalleyresorts.com/amenities/

Mountain lake view from your dining table and all bedrooms, go kayaking, canoeing and fishing from your dock. Many renowned, mountain golf courses nearby and guest access to Sapphire Valley Master Association activities. Of course Sapphire/Cashiers area is waterfall paradise, with multiple beautiful falls nearby to enjoy after short to medium hike.

The cabin has 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and now also a sofa bed available in loft/office area.

*Pets welcome for $50 fee.
*SVMA has nominal guest fee (14 yo & up), inquire for more information.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets welcome as described for $50 cleaning fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Return all lake activity equipment to the bins on the house basement deck (paddles, umbrella, floatation devices).
Return kayaks to their racks and leave canoe adjacent upside down on the dock.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
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

Sapphire

Located in Sapphire, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Sapphire National Golf Club and Sapphire Valley Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Jocassee and Gorges State Park. Cashiers Farmers Market and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sapphire, NC

What's nearby

  • Hogback Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sapphire National Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Whisper Lake - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Gorges State Park - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Chattooga River - 12 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tavern @ High Hampton - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Cornucopia Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Slab Town Pizza - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Grand Olde Station at Lake Toxaway - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Serene Lakefront Cabin with Dock/Kayaks/Canoe & Fire Pit!! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Serene Lakefront Cabin with Dock/Kayaks/Canoe & Fire Pit!! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Serene Lakefront Cabin with Dock/Kayaks/Canoe & Fire Pit!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Lakefront Cabin with Dock/Kayaks/Canoe & Fire Pit!!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene Lakefront Cabin with Dock/Kayaks/Canoe & Fire Pit!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Hogback Lake. Whisper Lake and Sapphire National Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home is lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was what we expected and as promoted, clean and in good order. Check-in was seamless, and the kitchen, WiFi, etc., worked well. With the inclement weather most of our stay, we did not use the fire pit.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great! All necessities were provided and is well maintained. Close to numerous waterfalls and hiking trails. A good selection of restaurants are in the area. Will definitely book property again if we return to the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, set up very nicely!Everything you need and very clean.Drip coffee pot.Peaceful view of lake.Screened patio for coffee in morning.My family enjoyed the canoe and kayaks.Perfect place to get out on the water!Made some s’mores at the fire pit.We hiked the rainbow and turtle back falls, Whiteside mountain.Both hikes a bit more strenuous than we are use to but so worth it.Enjoyed Cashiers Farmers market. El Manzanillo has terrific Mexican food, super friendly staff.Sat on the patio at Micas enjoyed a nice early dinner.The Pizza is delicious.The house is in a great location for day trips to so many places.We had a superb meal at The Blind Mule in Brevard!I will say there are a lot of steps, would not recommend for elderly/handicapped.Thanks for the great memories.
Rainbow Falls
Whiteside Mountain
Trail for Whiteside Mountain
Kayak on the Lake
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Amy J.

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

NC Getaway

The house was a great layout. Good sized rooms and a newer kitchen. The dock and kayaks were nice. We enjoyed the lake and view of it from the house. The only issue was the bed in the master squeaked anytime you moved. Probably needs to be replaced. Great trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cody H.

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

Great place, highly recommend

Great house and property, very peaceful and quiet. Really enjoyed our stay. Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Great Mountain Getaway

Really wonderful home in a great location to access Cashiers, Highlands and the mountains. Even nicer than the pictures and well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Canda M.

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

Relaxing and enjoyable family vacation

Our family trip to Sapphire was full of adventure to waterfalls, kayaking, great restaurants, and relaxing at the nearby resort’s indoor pool/ hot tub. The house is on a lake that does not allow loud boats so the kayaking was smooth. One of the bedrooms had a private balcony and my adult daughters appreciated the other bedrooms with a full bath for each person. The owners were very communicative and helped make the vacation perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn W.

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

Chill Palace

Surrounded by natural beauty and deep quiet, we had a much needed relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Amazing Lake house

I can’t say enough about how amazing this property is. It was clean and comfortable with a beautiful view. The owner thought of everything! Anything you might need during your stay, the property owner made sure to provide it. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric E.

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

Cozy getaway

We had a small family get together and had a great time. The home was in a beautiful location on a quiet lake and was perfect for our group. It was clean and well kept, and was close by to lots of outdoor activities as well as restaurants and pubs. We enjoyed the fire pit and kayaks as well. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi H.

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

Beautiful Home

The cabin is beautiful. The pictures don’t do it justice. Relaxing and peaceful vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Beautiful location

Great location with great views by a peaceful lake. Ideal spot to explore the sapphire/cashiers/highlands area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Craig W.

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

Two Family Weekend in Sapphire

House was clean with very nice view of the lake. Close to Sapphire valley amenities and the fire pit is great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juan A.

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

Sapphire Spring Break

Great mountain/lake home in sapphire for a family spring break.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Revel F.

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

Fabulous mountain lake house!!

We’ve stayed in quite a few vrbo and this house was one of the best we’ve ever rented. The house was well appointed and the views of the mountains and the lake were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

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

Cashiers Getaway

A comfortable, updated, secluded, peaceful rustic home atop a large hill overlooking a small serene lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom A., Taylors

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

Long weekend get away

Great place to stay - really enjoyed the location on the lake. Kayaks were new and fire pit by the dock was great. The Owner was very responsive and helpful. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

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

Wonderful!

The property was fantastic. Totally relaxing. Great view, plenty of space to be comfortable and full accessories.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

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

Great location

The property was beautiful in the fall. We enjoyed using the fire pit and cooking in the well stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

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

Cahsiers area VRBO

Excellent property with all amenities functional as described. Beautiful location. Especially enjoyed the provided canoe for canoeing on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erinn E., Fayetteville, GA

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

Great cabin!

My family enjoyed our stay, especially the lake view. The house is very well appointed. The owner put a lot of thought into making everything comfortable and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Merriweather M.

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

Wonderful hideaway

We loved Drew’s serene mountain house on the lake. My son caught brim and trout everyday on the creek. We played pickle ball and went kayaking at the resort, and enjoyed the fine dining and shopping in Cashiers. A wonderful house that is clean and cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diann P.

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

Gorgeous lake views and beautiful home

This is a marvelous place to unwind, regroup, and just leave the rest of the world behind. The lake, the trees, the total lack of street noise, make you feel like you’ve really taken a step back from the day to day grind.The house itself is lovely and impeccably maintained. My small group chose to stay close to home and soak up all the relaxation the place offered. We left feeling rested and rejuvenated, having spent four days and nights enjoying good views, fresh air, a few spectacular storms, and wonderful food shared among friends.One note for those it might affect – the pics clearly show the stairs down to the dock and since two of my party of four have some mobility issues, we were aware that not everyone would choose to make the trek. But there’s also the stairs from the driveway to the house. The bottom third or so has no handrails and is a bit uneven. There was one fall taken that probably contributed to our decision to stay in rather than exploring more. Still, this won’t be an issue for most.It's a beautiful home and I would highly recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

The perfect mountain lake cabin!

We were fortunate to be able to visit this beautiful property for two weeks. The cabin easily accommodated five adults and two small children. It was clean and updated and had an amazing view of the lake below. All of us caught fish, including the four and six year olds! We hope to visit again in the future!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Drew McGinley

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Family with second home in mountains for personal use and vacation rentals.

Why they chose this property

Found the home with beautiful renovations and a beautiful view.

What makes this property unique

Lake view from dining table, living room and all bedrooms, private dock and lakefront deck.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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