Lone Star Retreat # 3 -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy-25 min to Biltmore Estate
Lone Star Retreat # 3 at Lake Junaluska is a charming 1BR apartment with a 60' deck overlooking the lake. PET FRIENDLY, private firepit w/ deck seating, free access to pool, tennis, FAST WiFi. Located on the south side of the lake where its peaceful & quiet. Apt is complete with amenities for a long weekend or an extended stay. 10 min to restaurants, shops & grocery stores. Four golf courses within 5-15 min, ski Cataloochee Mt. 20 min away. Ask about our other properties if we're booked!
Charming 700 sq ft eco-friendly 1 BR/1BA apartment located on the lower level of our home. Private entrance off the spacious 60' deck with breathtaking views of the lake & mountains. We're nestled in a gorgeous wooded area with a tree-house feel! We live in the upper level of the house but always give our guests complete privacy! Must be able to navigate short flights of stairs down to apartment from parking area (as shown in photos, 25 stairs total). Walk to the lake (includes some hills) in 5-10 minutes.
DEN AREA: - Open floor plan with wood floors & large wrap-around windows that overlook Lake Junaluska - Queen leather sleeper sofa, 2 Stressless leather easy chairs with ottomans & dining table that seats four - 50” Smart TV with Roku, Fubo, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+, ESPN+ - Secure WI-FI 229 Mbps
KITCHEN/LAUNDRY: - Full-size kitchen furnished with all appliances, cookware, dishes, glassware, utensils. See "Amenities" for complete list - Starter supply of coffee & basic spices, paper goods & soaps provided - Separate laundry room. Washer/dryer stocked w/ starter supply of laundry essentials
BEDROOM / BATHROOM: - Queen bed with 4" memory foam mattress topper - Bathroom is attached to bedroom for privacy & has a tub-shower combo - All linens provided plus starter supply of basic toiletries & paper goods
DECK: - Patio seating & private gas firepit - New Weber gas-grill
EXTRA AMENITIES: - 2 complimentary day passes to access to Lake Junaluska pool & rec area during summer months - Cataloochee Kids Ski Free vouchers (restrictions apply) - Whole-house water filtration system - Keyless door-locks - Mitsubishi mini-split air conditioner/heater for ensured year-round comfort
Preferred dates unavailable? Message us for info about our other properties! Lone Star Retreat Apt # 3 1BR/1BA apt Lake Life 2BR/2BA house - 1 min walk from Lake Junaluska grounds Lake Life Upper Studio Apt - 1 min walk from Lake Junaluska grounds Rock Wall Retreat Studio apt - 1 min walk from Lake Junaluska grounds
REC CENTER / CLUBHOUSE ACCESS: - 2 complimentary day passes to access to Lake Junaluska pool & rec area. Playground, sand volleyball courts, basketball courts, tennis courts, shuffleboard & putt-putt golf. Paddle boards, canoes, kayaks & tennis racquets may be rented at Lake Junaluska Rec hut. Water sport amenities available Memorial Day - Labor Day.
We live year-round upstairs on the first level of the house and are available by phone 24-7. We give our guests complete privacy, but are available to help with recommendations and/or directions if you need us!
Paradise for outdoor enthusiasts! Lake Junaluska is a 200 acre lake that is home to bald eagles, swans, Canadian geese & more. Year-round golf, tennis, fishing (NC fishing license required) and walking/biking on the 3.8 mile paved path around the lake. Seasonal pool, paddle board & kayak rentals, mini golf, and shuffleboard. Nestled between the Great Smoky Mountains and The Blue Ridge, we’re surrounded by amazing hiking trails and waterfalls.
Just minutes from restaurants, breweries, galleries and shops!
- Waynesville 4 Mi - Maggie Valley 6 Mi - Blue Ridge Parkway Access 8 Mi - Cataloochee Ski Area 13 Mi - Cherokee Casino 15 Mi - Asheville Biltmore Estate 24 Mi - Bryson City 35 Mi - Gatlinburg 59 Mi
Located 2-3 minutes off Hwy 23/74/19. Paved roads throughout the neighborhood and fast snow plowing in the winter makes for easy year-round visits. Elevation 2700 ft.
PARKING: - ONE (1) dedicated parking space located on the street. If you will have a second vehicle, please contact us for help regarding parking
PET POLICY: - 2 pet limit per reservation - 70 pound weight limit per dog - $75 non-refundable pet fee - Rentals exceeding 13 nights, the pet fee is assessed per dog - Dogs MUST be fully housebroken - Declawed cats welcome
CLEANING FEE: -Cleaning Fee $75. For stays of 21 nts or more, a mid-stay cleaning required
Exit Cleaning Fee $75. For stays longer than 21 nights, additional cleanings are required. Contact us for details.
- Minimum age for renters is 25 - 100% Non-Smoking property inside and outside - Not handicap accessible. Appx 25 steps down to apartment - Unit is in lower level of home. Owners live year around upstairs
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Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Exit Cleaning Fee $75. For stays longer than 15 nights, additional cleanings are required. Contact us for details.
- Rentals exceeding 13 nights, the pet fee is assessed per dog
- Dogs MUST be fully housebroken
- Fully declawed cats welcome
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Lake Junaluska
Located in Lake Junaluska, this apartment is in the city centre and on a lake. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cold Mountain Gameland reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Queen's Farm Stables and Waynesville Recreation Center. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Blue Ridge Health - Haywood - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 13 min drive - 17.5 km
Cataloochee Valley - 37 min drive - 24.9 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Dunkin' - 3 min drive
Angelo's Family Pizza & Pasta - 8 min drive
Starbucks Waynesville - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Lone Star Retreat # 3 -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy-25 min to Biltmore Estate have a pool?
Yes, this property has a pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Lone Star Retreat # 3 -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy-25 min to Biltmore Estate?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lone Star Retreat # 3 -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy-25 min to Biltmore Estate on 13 July 2026 start from AU$150, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Lone Star Retreat # 3 -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy-25 min to Biltmore Estate pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Lone Star Retreat # 3 -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy-25 min to Biltmore Estate?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Lone Star Retreat # 3 -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy-25 min to Biltmore Estate?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lone Star Retreat # 3 -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy-25 min to Biltmore Estate?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Lone Star Retreat # 3 -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy-25 min to Biltmore Estate located?
Located in the heart of Lake Junaluska, this apartment building is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Lake Junaluska Golf Course and within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and Blue Ridge Health - Haywood. Haywood Regional Medical Center and Queen's Farm Stables are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Dave and family are ideal guests. This was our second opportunity to host them and would absolutely welcome them back any time. So happy they enjoyed their time with us again!
This was a great little trip! The house was nice and clean the host was very very helpful with anything we had questions on and even provided some snacks! I would stay here again
Alexander S.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 May 2024
Thank you Alex for the nice review! We're so happy you enjoyed our little place for such a special occasion! Congratulations and best wishes! We hope you'll come back and stay with us again!
We booked this for our granddaughter and family. being from Florida they wanted something in the mountains and it met every expectation. Nice to have the amenities also at the lake.
Kenneth K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2023
Kenneth's granddaughter and family stayed with us and were very nice guests. We hope they'll choose us every time they visit! Thanks for the nice review!
This was a great place to stay. Beautiful view of the mountains, and Lake Junaluska. Very comfortable bed! Nice goody basket, dog friendly, very clean. We will definitely be back!
Lynn U.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2021
Loved hosting you guys and of course McKinley too! So happy you enjoyed your time with us and we look forward to a return visit!
We really enjoyed our stay at Lonestar Retreat #3! Everything was as advertised. Lake J is one of our favorite places to visit and we have been visiting as a family for over 25 years. We would definitely book this property again.
Dave H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2021
So glad you enjoyed our place Dave. Would love to host you again next time you come to the lake!
Carolyn and Ken were very attentive to all our needs and questions. The apartment was very comfortable and provided all the basic essentials for our stay. We would love to return and stay again.
George A.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2020
We’d love to have you return! Thanks for the great review!
We enjoyed staying at the Lone Star Retreat. The unit was nice and clean and it had a pretty view of the lake. There are lots of beautiful flowers and trees on the property too. We had a great time walking around the lake and also going to Waynesville, Asheville and some waterfall hikes.
Ray H.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 July 2024
Thanks for the nice review! Happy you guys are booked for next summer again! Look forward to having you come back!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Logan A.
17 Mar 2019
Great place and city to spend with your girlfriends!
The place was clean and we were greeted with some yummy snacks from the owner! It was a pleasant surprise!
Logan A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
We're so glad Logan and her girlfriends enjoyed their time at Lone Star Retreat! We usually don't rent to college students, but these girls were dream guests! So quiet we barely knew they were here, communicated well and left our place neat as a pin. Would love to have them back!
Lone Star Retreat was a wonderful rental. Spotless, nicely decorated, well equipped kitchen and in a quiet, lovely and peaceful location with a great view of Lake Junaluska.
Thank you to Van and Carolyn for being such gracious hosts.
robert m.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2021
Bob and Carolyn were delightful to host! Hope for a return visit with their sweet pups!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alexander L.
28 May 2018
Excellent Experience
As advertised, this is an excellent location and Carolyn offered great communication throughout. Highly recommend!
Alexander L.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Alex was a pleasure to host! He was quiet, neat and tidy! We barely even knew he was here! We'd welcome him back any time!
We stayed at this great hideaway for a week, and enjoyed every moment of our stay. The place was immaculately cleaned and it had everything one could need for their stay. The outside of the property is lined with beautiful plants and trees almost making one feel like they are staying in a tree house. The 'Green Book'. The owners provided a book with everything about the cabin, restaurants, places to visit, and so much more. This book assisted with any and all questions we had during our stay. The owners were very pleasant and quick to respond if needed. This is a must rent property and we will definitely be back.
Jennifer A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Aug 2025
Thank you Jennifer for such a nice review! We'd love to host you again. Look forward to the next opportunity!
Our stay at Lone star retreat was wonderful. The owners of Lone
Star Retreat provide all the comforts of home and much more. We would highly recommend this vacation home and the town of Lake Junaluska is like a storybook town. During our stay we walked around the lake each day and encountered many friendly people.
Debbie L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 May 2022
We're so happy you enjoyed your stay. Come back again anytime!
Verified
8/10 Good
David T.
25 Sept 2018
Very clean, nice view
very nice
David T.
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
We're glad you enjoyed your stay! We hope you'll come back again sometime!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Denise H.
16 Oct 2018
Very clean, beautiful view, comfortable and cozy
We were very impressed with our accommodations. The view was spectacular, loved sitting out on the deck to watch sunrise and sunsets over the mountains and lake. Dogs were very happy to be included in our vacation. The apartment was very clean, and had everything we needed. Loved it, thank you for making our getaway special!
Denise H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Although I didn't get to meet Denise and her hubby, they were wonderful guests! They were quiet and left our place neat and tidy when they left. Would happily host them again!
About the host
Hosted by Carolyn Walker
I grew up in Murfreesboro, TN graduated from Middle TN State University and was a commercial lender for a bank for ten years. In 1989 I married my husband Van and moved to Dallas. Van is a native Texan, born in Dallas. He spent some of his formative years in Oklahoma and thus is a die-hard Sooner fan! He attended Midwestern University before enlisting in the Navy in 1969. We've enjoyed being self-employed all our married life which has given us great flexibility and allowed us to move to NC before fully retiring. I loved my years in Texas...there's truly no place like it, and it does "get in your blood". It's just so dang hot! In 2017 we followed through on a dream we've had for 20+ years. We packed it up and moved to the mountains of beautiful Western North Carolina! Call us crazy, but remodeling homes is a hobby for us. We've renovated 8 homes top to bottom since we've been married. Our vacation rental properties are among those projects. I love to dance, laugh out loud and I whistle a lot! I've been told I shouldn't sing along to the radio, but I do it anyway! I believe what comes around, goes around, and that we should all live, and let live. We both enjoy gardening, movies and playing with our beloved pets. We treasure spending time with our fabulous adult children and their spouses and love hosting happy hour with friends on our deck! Van loves firing up his Texas sized smoker and cooking for a crowd. We love Tex-Mex, sushi, walking around the lake and visiting historical places. I love soul music, Van's a Beatles fan, and we both love meeting new people so VRBO is a natural for us! Come see us and experience some North Carolina charm and beauty at Lone Star Retreat and Lake Life House and Apartments!
Why they chose this property
The Mountains are calling, and I must go! We lived in Dallas until all our children were in college and semi-independent! We'll always love Texas, but nice cool summers and the beauty of the western North Carolina mountains drew us here! Waynesville is quaint and easily won our hearts. The natural beauty and tranquility of Lake Junaluska is truly paradise!
What makes this property unique
We house-shopped in several towns in the Asheville area. One look at this house was all it took...we knew we were HOME! Every room in the entire house has an amazing view of Lake Junaluska and the mountains. Then there's our deck views...WOW. Its truly an inspiring place to live. If you come stay with us, you'll understand...and you just might not ever want to leave!
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests