Home on the shores of Lake James in Gated Arbors Community

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5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Nebo, NC

Lake James1 min walk
Lake James State Park9 min drive
McDowell County Courthouse13 min drive
Hickory, NC (HKY-Hickory Regional)46 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

4 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Amazing 5 Bedroom and 4.5 bath timber frame home on Lake James. Cozy and bright with open concept floor plan; fabulous cathedral great room, floor to ceiling windows, poplar bark gas fireplace and custom kitchen with hardwood countertops. This home has 2 main level master ensuites; a second floor loft family room with wet bar area; second floor ensuite bed/bath; second floor full bath; custom bunk room and guest room; large screened porch with wood burning stone fireplace; large deck overlooking the LEVEL backyard and Lake James; a Jacuzzi off of the deck and a gas grill for all your outdoor barbeque needs. Take a short walk down the wooden stairway to a covered gazebo nestled in the rhododendrons overlooking the lake. More steps down to the lake. There are 89 steps to get down to the lake, but there are breezeways and benches to rest for the weary! Plenty of room for fun on the two slip covered dock with entertainment deck, outdoor shower and beach at the waters edge.

First level:

Master Suites have queen size beds

Hot Tub off the Deck by Master-bedroom

Laundry Room

Second Floor

Ensuite has 2 queen size beds and a futon

Guest Room has 2 twin beds

Bunk Room has 4 twin beds

*Sleeps 12 comfortably

2 seat Kayak, Single Kayak, Paddle Board and a Water Mat are available for on lake fun!

Pontoon Boat available for separate rental price. Must be over 25 years of age to operate this boat.

Amenities:

You are a short car ride away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and spectacular lookouts. You can go gem mining, white water rafting, zip lining, and hiking in the Pisgah National Forest; play golf at nearby Marion Golf Club; or take off explore the quaint town of Asheville bustling with artisans and of course the famous Biltmore and Grove Park Inn. Visit Grandfather Mountain, Blowing Rock, Mt. Mitchell, Linville Gorge, Chimney Rock and Lake Lure (where Dirty Dancing was filmed) or go snow skiing in the winter at Sugar Mountain or Beech Mountain.

The nearby towns of Nebo, Marion and Morganton offer all conveniences and supplies. Beer Creek Marina is located within 5 minute boat ride of the home as well.

Property manager

Kim and John Latham

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

All cars must fit in the driveway - this limits you to 4 large SUVs or 6 small cars ( or something in between). Boat trailers are not allowed.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nebo

This holiday home is located in The Arbor, a neighbourhood in Nebo, and is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Historic Carson House and Museum of North Carolina Minerals are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Lucky Strike Gold and Gem Mine and Emerald Village. The Outpost and Woodys Chair Shop are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Nebo, NC

What's nearby

Lake James - 1 min walk
Lake James State Park - 9 min drive
McDowell County Courthouse - 13 min drive
Linville Caverns - 40 min drive
Linville Gorge Wilderness Area - 51 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 14 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 16 min drive
Countryside BBQ - C-Side - 14 min drive
Mica Town Brewing - 12 min drive
Fonta Flora Brewery - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home on the shores of Lake James in Gated Arbors Community pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Home on the shores of Lake James in Gated Arbors Community?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home on the shores of Lake James in Gated Arbors Community?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Home on the shores of Lake James in Gated Arbors Community located?

Located in The Arbor, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lake James and Catawba River. Lake James State Park and McDowell County Courthouse are also within 9 miles (15 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Karly B.

17 Mar 2024

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

Best Family Weekend Ever

Loved this house! Super quiet and clean, loved the amenities and the location. Check in and out was a breeze. Owners are lovely. Would stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

25 Sept 2023

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

Great mountain stay!

Came up with a dozen friends and family for a long wedding weekend. Great facilities and a wonderful time!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

4 Sept 2023

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

Fun place to stay!

We love Lake James and enjoyed our stay! There was plenty of space for 4 adults and 4 teenagers to spread out. The double decker dock was a great place to relax and fun to jump off of. There are more stairs to get up & down than we realized from the pictures, but it wasn’t an issue. The kayaks were great, too. We would come back for sure.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah N., Greensboro, NC

5 Aug 2023

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

Home away from home!

We’ve stayed at this house several times now and just love it. The size, quality, and amenities are terrific.There were a couple of issues that arose during our stay and the owner was super responsive and friendly. The lake dock is the BEST and entertains all ages. The Lake James area has so much to offer - the beautiful, scenic lake surrounded by our much beloved NC Blue Ridge mtns, the town with delish restaurants and breweries, Asheville is a close drive along with the Linville area for hiking and wandering as well. Be forewarned that the walk down to the lake has a lot of stairs. There are benches along the way for those that need a break. My elderly, infirm parents were able to manage in spurts. Otherwise, totally do-able and worth the walk down! We will be back for sure! Thank you for sharing your home with us!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobbi R., Huntsville

30 July 2023

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

Great place to make memories!!

First off the community is beautiful! As you pass the gate you are well aware that you are going to see beautifully maintained homes and surrounding areas. Check in was extremely smooth as very clear and accurate instructions are given. We had a range of ages in our vacation from 78 to 6 yrs of age. The house has something that most houses does not have when having lake access, a yard! We were able to throw around a football, run and play on actual grass! The fire pit and chairs were great as we made s’mores almost every night. We also really enjoyed the hot tub in the evenings. The dock was great, but the steps were no joke coming back up for us “older folks.” We opted to drive to the Bear Creek Marina to load and unload the boat to those who didn’t want to go the steps route which was no trouble at all. The hosts checked on us to make sure that everything was going smoothly throughout our stay which was great! We had fun making all these new memories together!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kim and John Latham

Kim and John live in New York and really enjoy getting away to Lake James to enjoy it's beautiful lake and mountain life. We cannot get there as often as we like, so we are renting it and hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

This property has a lot to offer inside and out. It has a spacious yard with a fire pit to enjoy as well as a double dock in a secluded corner of Lake James.

What makes this property unique

This Lake James home is in a gated community so it is very private. It not only is right on the Lake but has a beautiful view. It is so close to mountain activities whether you prefer outdoor activities such as hiking and climbing or sightseeing and shopping in close by Asheville or Blowing Rock.