Vacation rentals with lake access in North Carolina

We really enjoyed our stay here for a quick weekend getaway. The view was fabulous from inside and outside. The house was a great size for our small family. We would stay here again!

The lake house was even better than the pictures. The property grounds were beautiful and an easy walk down to the dock. Our kids had the best time swimming from the dock and kayaking in the cove. We brought our boat and I really appreciated the nice fendering on the dock. We would love to stay at Phillips house again in the future.

Wow, just wow!! This place is even better than the photos. This place is the perfect place to rest and reboot in nature. Along with all of the things to do on the property, such as the trails and disc golf course, the house is just its own slice of Heaven. The garden area is private and the perfect space for mediating, reading or just listening to all the sounds of nature. We didn’t need music because the sound of rushing water and birds was soothing enough! The house is beautiful and clean, and the attention to detail is just something beyond words. If you have time, definitely read some of the Frank Lloyd Wright books scattered through the house, and it will make you appreciate the house all that much more. A good 20% of the trip was just admiring all of the nooks and crannies within the home, from the copper details, wooden bowls made by Kevin the owner, or the different structured wood beams, it all just makes the home it’s own piece of art. I couldn’t recommend this place enough.

A hidden gem!! We loved sitting on the porch and just unwinding. The house was clean, well taken care of and had great amenities. My wife and I loved the kayaks and canoes. Secluded but still close enough to groceries stores and restaurants. It was our honeymoon spot for the weekend and we couldn’t be happier. Definitely worth every penny. Eunice was a great host.

We had such a great family vacation here! The back deck has the most amazing sunsets - so peaceful and beautiful and the perfect place to unwind. (pictures don't do it justice) We were here for 5 nights and had a fun-filled vacation. We ate most of our dinners at the house and the kitchen had the basic necessities. One of our favorite days was renting a pontoon boat with a tube from Alarka Marina (located within 20 minutes from the house) and spent the day on the water. We also went hiking to waterfalls in the Smokies, spent some time at the park in Cherokee, and had a shopping day in Gatlinburg. Thank you so much for our wonderful stay!

Amazing property! One our favorite things to do was to rent a boat for the day and being able to dock at the house. Fire pit was a nice touch.

We really enjoyed our stay! Great spot for families, very private and peaceful. Good location, close to all the hiking, fishing and things to do in Boone. Appreciated the instructions on all the appliances. Connie was very accommodating and responsive. Would love to come back another time, especially with the pool opening up with the warmer weather!

This was our first time to stay at this house but it was fantastic. There is so much to do. The house is easy to find and it was ready to enjoy. There is no wasted space in the cabin and it is laid out to maximize the space. The amenities are what is the BEST! The view was great, fishing was fantastic from the pier. House is comfortable and beds were very good. The yard is so nice to relax and enjoy the lake. The owner's have thought of everything to make it enjoyable. Plenty of towels, utensils, dishes, appliances, etc. Our group is all young adult so we were able to enjoy the kayaks, paddle board, the hot tub and cornhole. There are a lot of steps as there are at most places high on this lake, if you have young children or mobility issues. Our family will definitely try to return. So many things to enjoy, we didn't need to venture out. We have stayed at many airbnbs and agree that this was one of the best equipped to have a great family vacation and stay outside.

This is my second time staying at this fantastic spot, and it was just as great as the first. They are wonderful hosts, the place is a real hidden gem, and the community has so much to offer. It certainly won't be my last time here!

Loch Norm Lair is beautiful and relaxing. Great neighborhood. Just the peaceful week we needed. Rick and Judy are extremely friendly. Rick loves to share his boat and will take you for a ride. We sat and talked with them on several occasions and shared a dinner at a restaurant. The place is well cared for and a great deal, very reasonable pricing. It was a shame the sailboat wasn't working, would have loved a ride. We are already talking about a return trip in warmer weather to fully enjoy the water. Thank you so much for the beautiful week. Debbie and Jim

Kara is the property manager and she was SUPER sweet, helpful and responsive. The beds were very comfortable and I LOVED how you can rent the golf carts (someone previously mentioned battery would die quick but that’s if your gone hours & hours just like you’d run out of gas) everything was nearby and we saved a lot of money and time with the golf carts due to parking, access to beach and price to rent. If you were to actually rent one from certain places it was WELL over $200/day. So Loreen was doing us a favor and making it more affordable lol The place was very clean ! I am a neat freak and super clean myself so I was on the look out 👀 but this place was very clean. Only reason I can’t go back is definitely NOT due to the place itself but because my senior dog couldn’t make it upstairs 😔 from now on we have to take stairs inconsideration. That’s because of our dog NOT this place This place is definitely 10/10 loved it and made some best memories with my family ❤️❤️❤️🥹

My wife and I stayed in this waterfront property for a Memorial Weekend getaway and it was everything we hoped for. The house was clean and Alice was a wonderful host, giving insight about local restaurants and answering any questions we had.

Can’t say enough how friendly and nice Ginger & Terry were! Made us feel like we were home. Place is very clean. Will not hesitate to tell others about this place or go back too! Short walk to the pier to walk on to see a beautiful lake

Great stay with a rustic experience. Loved hearing the rooster when i arrived and the frogs at night. The Magnolia tree smells amazing. Definitely off thr beaten path and a great get away for fast paced city folks. The studio had some many detailed touches and was very nice!

Such an awesome space and an amazing house! The couches and bed were incredibly comfortable — we felt right at home from the moment we walked in. The attention to detail in the decor was just beautiful; every corner of the house had a thoughtful, welcoming touch. You can definitely tell that Staci and Tricia have Southern Hospitality on lock! One of our favorite parts was walking the peaceful path around the lake. We saw turtles, geese, and even visited the nearby bird sanctuary — it was like a little nature retreat. A perfect stay in every way. Highly recommend!

Great location and very responsive hosts! I appreciate them checking on us even after a late check-in.

Peaceful and relaxing beautiful views! We loved being right on the lake ! We enjoyed the hot tub as well ! We will be back !

We spent Easter weekend here. As we drove in the wild azaleas and dogwoods were blooming, and everything afterwards was just as beautiful and peaceful. My teenagers loved kayaking and my daughter liked the pond so well she slept on the daybed on the porch. I appreciated the feather pillows and reverse osmosis water. Attention has been paid to every detail. I called my Nana to show her the antique desks. My small children enjoyed the toys and my middle son using the pully bucket on the porch. My daughter celebrated a birthday over our stay, more movie guests showed up than expected and I just couldn't turn these kids away. Our hosts were so kind. They of course charged a little extra as was clearly understood via the contract, they were very understanding and polite. The lock to the boat seems to be jamed, the downstairs fireplace is currently non operational, and I'm not sure I'll get back a thumb drive I forgot, but this family has worked hard to create really special place. Five star

Our family had the best time at Easy Breezy. Alex had thought of everything when it comes to a vacation home and I can't even put into words how peaceful it was. We kayaked, paddle boarded, fished , napped, sun bathed on the dock and enjoyed the hot tub which was an amazing perk. We caught 6 crabs and some ocean perch. This place had everything you could want and we didn't want to leave. It was by far the best rental we have ever stayed at. Our dogs even had a blast!

We absolutely LOVED this cottage on the lake! The view was beautiful, and the kids caught a lot of fish off of the dock! It was very clean, the beds were comfortable, and it had everything we needed. Jack was a great host. Very responsive and hospitable. Already talking about when we can come back!

Very pretty spot! Loved the grill and screened in room on the porch! Had a great time!

Can't say enough about my stay and how lovely Sarabeth was. The cottage was truly beautiful (the art work, design, furnishings). Every detail was thought of. It was the perfect getaway in stunning surroundings. Sarabeth and her family were so warm and responsive whenever I had questions. I felt truly welcome. It's a very special place and I can't wait to go back.

Amazing hosts. Had extra amenities not listed had everything a home would have away from home. I would definitely come back it was amazing.

We had a great stay at the Lakeside Lodge. Everything was as described and the place was clean and well-stocked. Jeff was friendly and responsive. Would love to return!