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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Lake Junaluska, NC
Lake Junaluska Golf Course
Place, Lake Junaluska Golf Course
1 min drive
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
2 min drive
Harrahs Cherokee Casino
Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
38 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
37 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
2nd Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Starstorm Mountain Apartment
Lakeview deck & hiking trail, near many activities.
Newly built interior in this 2 bedroom one bath apartment with Lake Junaluska view from deck. Adjacent hiking trail with many more hiking options nearby. All new appliances, fully equipped kitchen, nicely decorated throughout. Find yourself at beautiful Lake Junaluska surrounded by the magnificent Blue Ridge Mountains. Adjacent Waynesville, NC is very artsy with many neat shops, great restaurants, unique home furnishings stores and galleries. Touristy Maggie Valley is just six miles down the road. Cherokee with all its shops, Cherokee Nation Museum and Harrah's Casino is only a 35 minute drive through the scenic Smoky Mountains. You could even spot a Black Bear or Elk along the way, which are thriving in Western NC. Enjoy swimming and hiking in the summer, snow skiing and snow tubing in the winter (ONLY 10 MILES TO THE NEAREST SKI LIFT AND 6 MILES TO FAMILY SNOW TUBING, see photos).
Our property sits on the Lake Junaluska grounds within walking distance to the Lake, which has a two and a quarter mile hiking trail around the lake. Speaking of hiking, nearby there are some of the best hiking you will find anywhere, with scenic waterfalls, from "easy" to "extreme" opportunities.
VERY FAST INTERNET WIFI and 3 SMART TVs ARE INCLUDED. Everything inside is very new just waiting for you to enjoy: Washer, dryer, range, microwave, toaster oven, Keurig coffee maker (upscale coffee provided), ELECTRIC FIREPLACE, stylish lighting with central heat and air. Luxury towels, linens, flatware, silverware, kitchen utensils, gas grill and grill tools provided.
The VERY PRIVATE OUTSIDE DECK has seating and dining table, a newer gas grill and Lake and mountain views. It's all here, all you have to do is show up.
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Lake Junaluska (on-site access), Cataloochee Ski Area (10 miles), Family snow tubing (6 miles) Little Sam Knob hiking Trail Head (17.1 miles), Shining Rock Trail Head (22.0 miles), fun Sliding Rock, Waterfall Highway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Pisgah National Forest are all nearby.
THINGS TO DO: 18 hole Lake Junaluska Golf Course, Maggie Valley Snow tubing, Horseback riding, Wheels Through Time and Motorcycle Museum (6.2 miles), Blue Ridge Parkway (11.0 miles), Cherokee (23.5 miles), The North Carolina Arboretum (28.8 miles), Biltmore Estate (31.8 miles), Great Smoky Mountains Railroad (38.0 miles) Asheville, NC (28 miles) and artsy Waynesville just a just 5 minute drive.
BREWERIES: Frog Level Brewing Co. (3.2 miles), Boojum Brewing Company Taproom (3.5 miles), BearWaters Brewing Company (9.0 miles), New Belgium Brewing Company (27.5 miles), Wicked Weed Brewing Pub (29.2 miles), Highland Brewing Company (32.1 miles).
Lake Junaluska gives you the reality of being away from all the stress of daily life, while having everything you need right at your fingertips. Very quiet and private apartment.
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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 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 river. LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography and Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Queen's Farm Stables and Waynesville Recreation Center. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
Biltmore Estate - 32 min drive - 52.3 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 38 min drive - 44.3 km
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 53 min drive - 71.3 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 - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Starstorm Mountain Apartment
Lakeview deck & hiking trail, near many activities. pet-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Starstorm Mountain Apartment
Lakeview deck & hiking trail, near many activities.?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Starstorm Mountain Apartment
Lakeview deck & hiking trail, near many activities. on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$300, 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.
How much is parking at Starstorm Mountain Apartment
Lakeview deck & hiking trail, near many activities.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Starstorm Mountain Apartment
Lakeview deck & hiking trail, near many activities.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Starstorm Mountain Apartment
Lakeview deck & hiking trail, near many activities.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Starstorm Mountain Apartment
Lakeview deck & hiking trail, near many activities. located?
Located in the heart of Lake Junaluska, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Junaluska Golf Course, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and Blue Ridge Health - Haywood. Haywood Regional Medical Center and Pigeon River are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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We had a great time at this apartment. We found it very clean, comfortable and cozy. This was our first time to this area this was a great place to rest. Great food in the area at 7 Asian Bistro and Waynesville Pizza Company! We will definitely be back.
Anna T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar 2026
Thank you Anna, for the very nice review. I hope you all will return. I am including a summary of many of the activities available in the area:
I want to share the following information with you to help make the most of your next visit.
A few area highlights.
Lake Junaluska has an very popular and well designed 18 hole golf course. Nearby Maggie Valley Country Club also sports an 18 hole course. There is a 2.25 mile paved walking trail around and along side the Lake. The mountain and Lake views from this trail are spectacular. We have multiple varieties of fowl: ducks, Canadian Geese and majestic swans. The swans are one of the prides of Lake Junaluska.
Of coarse there is great fishing right there in Lake Junaluska, as well. Plus the association also has a public swimming pool available for visitors. There is a small daily charge to use it. Boat jjhand canoe rentals are also available.
The apartment is a 7 minute drive from the town of Waynesville. Waynesville is a neat town to window shop or just browse around in. It has lots of little shops offering mountain art and furnishings, as well as very good restaurants.
Kjj
Approximately a 30 minute drive from the apartment is the rece
We enjoyed our stay. The apt was very clean and comfortable and our host was so accessible. He answered our questions without any delay. Do note that the apt is at the bottom of a flight of stairs. We would come back again and experience summer here.
Ellen C.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2025
Hello Ellen and Robert. Thank you for your very positive review. We would be happy if you would choose to return in the summer, or anytime for that matter. I wish you happy holidays and a very enjoyable rest of the winter.
Kind regards,
Larry
Host was welcoming and helpful; apartment was charming, well equipped and so clean! Location gave us a lake view and delightful back deck for soaking up beautiful fall weather in peace. A bonus was being able to bring our dog with us--her portable crate slid easily into the laundry room as well for bedtime. Thank, Larry, for a great stay!
We had a great time visiting. The apartment was downstairs and private, with it's own deck. We met the owner's son and he was able to handle a few request and answer some questions about the area.Neighborhood and residence was very quiet, and restful.Planning on staying again.
Leo S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Thanks Leo for the 5 star review. We really appreciate it and we appreciate you! Looking forward to your next visit.
The best,
Larry
Thanks Phil. I really appreciate the great review. I am disappointed that we did not get to meet or communucate over the Vrbo site. I am so glad you liked the apartment and i look forward to your next visit.
Kind regards,
Larry
Short three night visit. Tremendously enjoyed the property. Quite comfy,clean and easily accessible to all attractions,restaurants, and shopping. Especially enjoyed the walking path around the lake. Highly recommend.
William M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2025
Thanks William, for the very nice review! You were a great guest and we hope to see you again. Hopefully, next time you can stay longer and enjoy more of the extended area activities.
Wishing you the best,
Larry
Enjoyed a weekend away! The place was just what I was looking for, it was well stocked and close to town.
Sandra A.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2023
Thank you Sandra, for taking the time to write your very positive review. I'm glad our place provided you with a weekend refresher. We look forward to a future visit.
Larry
We have a week long conference every year at Lake Junaluska. In searching for a place to stay within our price range and allows animals, I found the Starstorm Mountain apartment. Larry was great! Communicated well. The check-in process was easy. The apartment was very clean. It was a great place for us to come home after working our event. It’s not far from Stuart Auditorium where our meetings were held.
Laura D.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
Thank you for the five star review Laura. I really appreciate your kind words. I hope you decide to stay with us next year for your Salvation Army event or just for fun sometime. There are so many things to do and see here in the Blue Ridge and Smokey Mountains that you may have missed due to your busy conference schedule.
Best regards,
Larry
Great place to stay - cozy, comfy and clean. Host made sure we had everything we needed. Beautiful location to enjoy all the area has to offer. Hope to stay again next year.
Susan M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2023
Thank you Susan! I really appreciate your review and hope to see you again next year.
Best wishes,
Larry
We had a great stay at this property. The owners really thought of everything and provided lots of info about the area before and throughout our stay. Highly recommend!
Jeannine K.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Nov 2021
Thanks, Jeannine, for the excellent review. It was a pleasure having you and your family as our guests. I know it was a good start for your son in his wedding and event photo business. I hope you all will choose us again in the future.
Best regards,
Larry
Property was perfect for our visit to Lake Junaluska. So comfortable, clean and well appointed. Larry was a great host and all our needs were met before we arrived. Hope to stay again next year!
Susan M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2022
Thanks for the great review Susan. I really appreciate it and look forward to your next visit!
Kind regards,
Larry
The host and hostess were very pleasant to deal with and their before and during checkin procedures and other recommendations were very helpful.
Quiet neighborhood, close to the lake, clean and well provided apartment made for a very pleasant stay.
William J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2021
Thanks Bill. I am so glad you all had a good time and found the apartment to your liking. Thanks so much and come back again. We enjoyed getting to know you.
We had a great time here! Larry was helpful in providing information about the local area and very responsive. Close enough to Asheville that it was an easy jaunt and very close to the quaint downtown Waynesville area. We truly enjoyed our stay.
Cheyeanne H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2020
Cheyeanne, Thank you for the great review! I am so glad you chose our Starstorm Apartment. You are just the type people we want to be our guests. I hope you will keep us in mind for future excursions.
Best regards, Larry
About the host
Hosted by Larry Starne
I am retired from a 50+ year banking and investment career. Originally from NC, but have lived and worked in Florida most of my life. We now live in Florida half the year where I enjoy vegetable gardening and investment strategy planning, and at Lake Junaluska the other half of the year. We have five children, three grand children and one great grand child! My brother, who lives near Lake Junaluska is a retired United Methodist Minister who had long encouraged my wife and me to buy a home there and experience the beauty and outdoor activities of the area. My wife, Rhonda is a retired Clinical Dietition who loves hiking. It gives me great pleasure to host visiters and hear their happiness with our guest apartment. We are blessed with many five star reviews which we greatly appreciate. Our cleaning professional, Angie, is outstanding. We always hear great praise of how sparkling clean the apartment is. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and for you to have one of your best experiences and accommodations of your traveling life! Your host, Larry Starnes
Why they chose this property
The apartment is set among a beautiful hardwood forest near the lake. It is quiet and very private. You will enjoy the peaceful and beautiful environment. The large Deck provides a view of the lake and includes seating, a dining set for four and a newer gas grill.
What makes this property unique
Aside from the very private and peaceful setting, our property is unique down to the fact that every thing you need is provided and is upscale, right down to the plush towels and Kuerig name brand coffee provided.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests