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

Lakefront holiday home with indoor pool and outdoor pool

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8148.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Hogback Lake
  • Place, Sapphire National Golf Club
  • Place, Whisper Lake

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Sapphire

Located in Sapphire, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Lake Jocassee and Gorges State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cashiers Farmers Market and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. 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
  • ‪The Fix - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casa Amigos - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Slab Town Pizza - ‬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

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely home. The house was nicely decorated and very comfortable but the views were the star of the show. The view of the lake was just beautiful. My husband and friend spent an entire day on the lake canoeing and then relaxing by the fire pit. One word of caution: the house is perched on a hillside so there are many steps getting to the fire pit and the dock. It’s not a problem if you are in fairly good shape. My husband and I are 70 and 71 and had no problem.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Trevor S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect except our bed had boogers on the pillow and dirt in the bed. We had to wash everything immediately. Seemed like a cleaner just remade a bed rather than washing it.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and beautiful home with so many wonderful places to hang out. The interior was very well appointed. The colors, the lighting, the dimmer switches, the well-appointed kitchen, and the views from every window made for a beatiful time. Super comfortable furniture and bed. It was just two of us and this just perfect. The photos show it as it us but the experience was so much better. A truly lovely home. We even bought the same chairs they have by the fire pit for our fire area. Amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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

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

Jeremy W.

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

Awesome place! Drew was absolutely great to work with. We will definitely be returning.

Amazing!! So peaceful!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Wonderful stay

This was my daughters graduation ant the house was wonderful with the stressful times. It had everything we need so we could focus on her
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

Mark H.

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

Scenic and serene cabin on a mountain lake.

Although access is easy, the property is secluded with a great lake view and access. The house is well maintained, clean and comfortable. Fall colors were gorgeous. Kayaking the lake was a bonus. Also close to a great hike on the Whiteside Mountain trail. Great restaurants in the area also. I would come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald M.

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

Peaceful and Serene

Very quiet at the lake. No boat traffic. Amenities plentiful! Thanks. We will return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregg B.

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

A nice getaway in the mountains

Stayed a week with another couple. Kayaking, waterboarding (brought our own) and eating at several of the fine area restaurants. The evenings and days were cool and comfortable and the house was as advertised. Check in was easy, but it might be a good idea to print directions before you get there. Cell service is pretty sketchy near the cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kurt B.

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

Beautiful home

We had great time with our friends at this house. The stairs to dock will give you great workout (we named the house Stair master) but we all got used to it after 2 days. We took advantage of the canoes, fished of the dock and had fires in the fire pit. This house has all you need.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth M.

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

Lovely Lake House

This house is great. The lake was super fun. Even with a cold snap at 38 degrees we still enjoyed boating the lake. The view and the setup of the house are terrific. Everything we could need was provided. We loved enjoying the fire place. Although there are a lot of stairs they are easy to navigate and are well worth access to the lake & fire pit. Looking forward to our next visit
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

David N., Aiken, South Carolina

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

AN AMAZING!! peaceful retreat

WOW! WOW! The Lake - the views - the area - the quiet - the peacefulness ! If you are looking for a beautiful well done space in the heart of the mountains tucked in beside a beautiful mountain lake - rent this property! It was everything and more ! So close to Cashiers and Lake Toxaway and things to do right close at hand as well. Drew was perfect with food and activity recommendations but to be honest you won't want to leave the house and decks, dock and porches - so amazing ! book it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Caroline K.

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

Nice home on a quiet lake.

Very clean comfortable home. The queen bed downstairs needs a better frame or box spring. Two people couldn't sleep in it comfortably. The drive way is terrible, but I doubt there is anything the owner can do about it. Even with an SUV, I scraped the bottom of my car. My mom has a taller SUV and she was fine. Park at the top if your car is low. Otherwise, it is a lovely, quiet stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mariah W.

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

A must for those looking for the perfect getaway!

This property is no less than amazing. The home was spotless upon arrival and the owner had everything you needed already there to enjoy your stay! The view is absolutely gorgeous and everyone in the community was so friendly! From the neighbors to the staff at the local grocery stores! There is plenty of shops and outdoor attractions not far from the home like whitewater rafting, skiing, tubing, hiking, local gift shops, and dining! I highly suggest if any shopping/dining is being planned on during your stay, go early due to everything in the area closing early which we were not used to/ prepared for the first night. The steps are a bit of a workout but definitely well worth it once you get down to the dock and get to the lake that you can see to the bottom! I highly suggest taking a kayak or the canoe to the other side of the lake and looking at the falls! It's about a 15-20 minute paddle if you're a faster paddler. The owner is super friendly and quick to respond if we needed anything! I promise you you will not regret staying at this hidden gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Melanie R.

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

Location is great - house is just ok

The location was great. It only took about 10 min to get to Cashiers. My kids loved fishing off the dock and using the kayaks and canoe. The house was disappointing. There were several doors that didn’t latch and therefore couldn’t be locked for privacy. The master was one, plus there is a sliding barn door from dining area into master so privacy is limited. The blinds on the master windows are light fingering so if you are sensitive to light, you’re not going to be able to sleep in. Also, there is a door to the exterior from the master with paned windows and no window treatment on that. The master bathtub is very old and very slick. The shower curtain liner had mold on it and there were several light bulbs burned out around the house. We only stayed 2 nights so we just dealt with it , but it would have been really frustrating had we planned to stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice view, great location. Comfortable house
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful lake house in the mountains! The lake view was stunning, and we loved having the kayaks and firepit to enjoy the outdoors. The house was very clean and fully stocked with everything we needed. Communication with the host was excellent, and the whole experience was so relaxing and peaceful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very nice and spotless. It offered easy access to Cashiers and Highlands. The lake was just the right size for some paddling and fishing. Communication with Drew was good. Our only issues were the 165 steps or so to the dock, we couldn’t get our Ford Edge down the driveway and there is literally no yard to walk your pets in.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ashley p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I stayed here with my husband and dog. The pictures don’t do the house justice. The house is beautiful and tastefully decorated. It’s also way bigger than it appears in the listing. We had so much space, and it was fantastic. The outside part with the dock and fire pit is beautiful, and the daily view of the lake was one of the highlights. We stayed mid September just before peak Fall so it was very quiet and low key. We took daily walks in the neighborhood which was beautiful and quiet. There are lots of steps to navigate to get in and out of the house so that’s something for people to keep in mind if they have mobility issues, but it’s a lake side house on the side of a mountain so that should not be a surprise. My husband and I enjoyed our relaxing and peaceful week here, and we would definitely stay again in a heart beat. The host was easily available via the VRBO messenger. I’m already planning a trip for next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

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

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

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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