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Lake Lured Away | Dock, Game Room, Grill + Views!

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A deck with a table and chairs overlooking a lake, with a wooden railing and a bottle of wine.
This gorgeous lakefront jewel is in close proximity to the quaint village of Chimney Rock & Lake Lure!
Take advantage of the private dock, canoe & swimming ladder. Please note: Renters do NOT have access to the boat storage beneath the deck.
Lake Lured Away is tucked behind one of Greybeard's neighboring lakefront homes (Lakeshire on Lake Lure) making it the perfect option for an extended family lake vacation.
Play a round or two of ping pong, or settle in for a board or card game in the lower level rec room.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Set along the lakeshore, this vacation home features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, accommodating 8 guests. Enjoy adventure activities like canoeing, fishing, and mountain climbing nearby. The property offers lake views and is pet-friendly, with attractions such as Lake Lure and Chimney Rock State Park close by.

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Lure
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available
  • Balcony
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Lake Lure, NC
  • Place, Lake Lure
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Chimney Rock State Park
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪56 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Common Space

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Lake Lured Away | Dock, Game Room, Grill + Views!

Get lured away to this relaxing lakeside cottage in beautiful Lake Lure. Nestled at the end of a quiet cove and located just across the street from the lake and a private dock, this home offers tranquil mornings on the balcony and peaceful evenings dining alfresco on the patio. The spacious upper-level deck provides picturesque views of the lake and surrounding mountain peaks — a perfect spot to unwind. Inside, you'll find a fully equipped kitchen and a game room with ping pong and card tables. Outside, you'll find a fenced yard for your pup to play safely and an outdoor grill.

Conveniently located on the northern side of Lake Lure, you're less than 10 minutes from Chimney Rock Village and the Lake Lure Community Beach Water Park. Grab a decadent breakfast from Victory Kitchen before heading to Chimney Rock State Park. When you're done taking in the views, head back into Chimney Rock Village to shop local boutiques and gift shops and unwind with a glass of wine at Burntshirt Vineyards Tasting Room and Bistro. Asheville is a 45-minute drive from Lake Lured Away and is perfect for a day trip to try award-winning restaurants, hop between craft breweries, attend a concert, and enjoy a seasonal festival. While in Asheville, be sure to schedule a tour of the Biltmore Estate and wander the exquisite grounds and special exhibits.

PLEASE NOTE: Lake Lured Away has a staircase that leads to its private dock on the lake, but the home itself is located across the street from the lake. This house is dog-friendly, with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. WIFI is extremely limited due to the connectivity of the provider, and cell phone service is not guaranteed.

Lake Lured Away is subject to specific regulations and guidelines enforced by Lake Lure. Certain types of watercraft are prohibited, and ALL watercraft (motorized and non-motorized) must obtain and display a permit issued by the town to be on the lake. Renters do not have access to the boat storage beneath the deck. However, guests are welcome to tie a boat alongside the dock using the dock cleats. This home does not provide lake toys or life jackets.

Boats cannot be launched from the property, so guests should plan to use one of the nearby public boat ramps on Lake Lure. Also, from November to March, the lake is lowered up to 12 ft. below normal levels. Find information for Lake Lure boat rentals and guided boat tours at the Town of Lake Lure's website.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Property # 2407181vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Lake Lure

Located in Lake Lure, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine and Stone Angel are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lake Lure Washburn Marina and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf. Lake Lure Adventure Company and Justus Orchard are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and canoeing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Lake Lure, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Lure - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • Tryon International Equestrian Center - 34 min drive - 39.3 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 46 min drive - 44.4 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 56 min drive - 56.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ingles Market - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Canoe Kitchen And Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Point Lookout Winery - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Lured Away | Dock, Game Room, Grill + Views! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lake Lured Away | Dock, Game Room, Grill + Views!?

As of 3 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Lured Away | Dock, Game Room, Grill + Views! on 3 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,830, 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 Lake Lured Away | Dock, Game Room, Grill + Views!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake Lured Away | Dock, Game Room, Grill + Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Lured Away | Dock, Game Room, Grill + Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Lured Away | Dock, Game Room, Grill + Views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Lure and Chimney Rock State Park. Lake Lure Washburn Marina and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2026
David, thank you for the five-star rating! We're thrilled you had a great trip and would love to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The only issue we had was the long walk to the water, but it worked out. It was a nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2026
Geraldine, thank you for sharing feedback on your recent stay at Lake Lured Away! We understand that the walk to the water can be a bit of a trek, but we’re glad everything worked out and that you enjoyed your stay. We’d love to host you again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neat house with plenty of space for guests. Very close to Chimney Rock and other Lake Lure activities. Host communication was easy and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2026
Laurel, we're so glad you enjoyed Lake Lured Away's spacious layout and convenient location near Chimney Rock and Lake Lure. It's also especially great to hear that our team provided easy, responsive communication throughout your stay. We’d love to be part of your next getaway to the Asheville or Lake Lure area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home on beautiful Lake Lure! Everything was exactly as described/pictured. Our family of 6 enjoyed the home immensely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2026
Sarina, we're thrilled that you found Lake Lured Away exactly as described and that your family had such a lovely experience. We truly appreciate you choosing us at Greybeard, and we hope your travels bring you back this way to stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing week at the lake

We really enjoyed the quality family time we made at the lake!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Melissa, we're delighted to hear that you and your family had an exceptional & memorable stay at Lake Lured Away! We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we look forward to helping you plan your next mountain getaway soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Greybeard was very good at staying in touch with us and the location was great.

Very clean and spacious.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Rob, we're delighted to hear that you had an overall wonderful getaway at Lake Lured Away! We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing, all needs met

House has everything you could want for a fun & relaxing stay on the lake
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for your five-star review of Lake Lured Away! We're delighted that you had such a fun and relaxing getaway, and we look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

great space

very nice location with water toys. excellent space
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Alex, we're thrilled that you had such an exceptional stay at Lake Lured Away, and we hope to welcome you back to the area soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location and clean property

Very impressed with the house and the lake. We uses the kayaks and paddle boards to get out on the water and view the lake. House had all the amenities we needed and was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Kim, we're delighted to hear that you had such an exceptional getaway at Lake Lured Away! We appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us and future guests, and we look forward to hosting you again when you return to the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

Great space. Fabulous. We will stay again. Thank you for sharing your lake and house. Great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Kimberly, we're so happy to hear that you had a fantastic and memorable getaway at Lake Lured Away! We appreciate you reviewing and recommending us to future guests, and we look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and spacious with beautiful views

My family went to celebrate our mothers 70th birthday. We loved the house. It had everything we needed and the views and landscaping were stunning. The living room was so comfortable and we spent a lot of time lounging there. We also loved the proximity to so many fun things to do. We definitely hope to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Jamie, we're delighted to hear that you and your family had such an amazing getaway at Lake Lured Away! We appreciate you taking the time share your complimentary feedback with us and future guests, and we look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about our stay was positive. There was plenty of room for my group to host everyone that was staying in Lake Lure comfortably. In my group there were 6 that stayed at Lake Lured Away and everyone had their own space and was very comfortable. All my other family members were only 5 minutes away in other cabins which was so nice. The air conditioning in the entire cabin was awesome! Everyone was able to find their own level of comfort. We hosted a family dinner one night and the kitchen provided everything that was needed that we didn’t bring. The grounds were absolutely gorgeous! The walk down to the dock wasn’t nearly as intimidating as I thought it would be. Nice railing to hold on to. There were only two areas where i feel like there should be a hand rail and after my sister fell leaving one night i was even more sure of it. Going down the stairs off the porch from the main area and before you get to the actual 80 stairs going to the dock. Us seniors needed assistance in these areas.During down time it was super quiet and peaceful. It rained the entire trip so we were limited as far as activities were concerned, but it was still a super relaxing fun time.There was plenty of parking, which was great considering we had a large group.The only things I can think of that would have made our stay even more perfect is for the bathroom door on the main floor to be able to be locked. There was one walk in incident because it won’t lock. Steam cleaning furniture too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2026
Steve, thank you so much for taking the time to share such a thoughtful review! We're delighted to hear that Lake Lured Away was a comfortable gathering place for your family and that everyone had plenty of space to relax. Your family dinner sounds like such a special highlight, and we're so glad the well-equipped kitchen, peaceful setting, ample parking, and comfortable air conditioning all helped make your stay enjoyable—even with the rainy weather. We also truly appreciate your constructive feedback, and we've shared your suggestions regarding additional handrails, the main-floor bathroom door lock, and steam cleaning the furniture with the homeowner and our maintenance teams for continuous improvements. It means the world that you trusted Greybeard Rentals with your Lake Lure family getaway, and we hope to welcome you all back soon—hopefully with plenty of sunshine next time!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

No WiFi, no phone service, not enough outdoor lighting. It's a long way down to the lake!

Okay trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Christy, we are sorry to hear that your overall experience at Lake Lured Away was anything short of excellent. We apologize for the inconveniences you encountered during your stay, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your honest feedback with us. We hope that you will consider staying with us again in the future so we might find the perfect vacation rental to fit your needs and exceed your expectations.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lured Away is Pet and Family Friendly

Rambling lake view house with lakefront dock is family and pet-friendly. Spacious, comfy three-story floorpans provides ample quiet and social spaces. Watch boaters from the two-story dock or put your pooch in the big red canoe and explore Lake Lure. Loved the short drive to Black Mountain and Hendersonville. Wi-Fi wasn't always reliable, but other than that, a sweet summer getaway!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
We're delighted to hear that you had an overall wonderful stay at Lake Lured Away. We appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us and future guests, and we look forward to helping you plan your next mountain getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Review

We had a great time on the property the only thing was hard was getting down to the dock we probably needed handicapped accessible. Due to our age.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Thank you for your five-star review of Lake Lured Away, Nanci! We're delighted that you had an overall wonderful getaway, and we hope that we'll get the opportunity to host you again when you return to the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden gem of Lake Lure

The property and grounds are a mature sanctuary! It’s so rare to have level yard, vegetation, lake front with a dock. It was the perfect retreat for our family. While it’s an older home, the accommodations were comfortable, kitchen well equipped for cooking, and we enjoyed both the charcoal grill and solo stove. The double deck/dock were thoroughly enjoyed, with plenty of toys, floats and life jackets! Only suggestion would be to check/replace the kayak straps that are broken on both the 1 and 2 seater. We will definitely return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2024
Kristy, we're so happy to hear you and your family had a fantastic experience at Lake Lured Away and enjoyed the gorgeous grounds and well-stocked dock. We can't thank you enough for your review, and we look forward to your return!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing in the mountains

We had our dogs, mother in law, 3 adult kids, 2 daughter in laws & 1 grand baby. This house plenty of room to spread our all be together. Plenty of outdoor seating. We loved have our own dock to swim & fish from. Every bedroom has its own thermostat!!! More than ample supplies for all of us. My only suggestion is if you have a little one bring baby gate to keep them off the stairs. That is a personal need and did not discourage us to want to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Ronda, we're delighted to hear that you and your family (including your pups) had such an amazing and relaxing getaway at Lake Lured Away! We appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us and future guests, and we hope we'll get the chance to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful, tranquil vacation

This was one of the best trips we've had in a while. Lake Lure is such an underrated gem, and it'd be great to keep it that way. We had coffee on the porch in the mornings, watched bunnies in the yard in the afternoons, played ping pong and games in the basement and played card games upstairs. We used the canoe and kayak and were treated to some of the best lake views as soon as we paddled out of our cove. We'd been to Lake Lure before, but we will definitely stay at this home again. In addition to the views and the overall lovely home, Greybeard Rentals was far and away amazing. We had an issue with another home's teenagers trespassing on our dock, and the team immediately jumped into action and handled everything exceptionally well, even though it was after hours for them. Thank you for an exceptional start to the summer. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2024
Claire, it's amazing to hear that Lake Lured Away provided one of the best vacations you've had in a while! We're also extremely pleased to hear that your interactions with our team at Greybeard Rentals just enhanced your experience all the more. We appreciate you sharing your valuable feedback with us and fellow travelers who might be considering this home for their lake retreat, and we're excited to help you plan your next trip to the Lake Lure/Asheville area soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Lured Away was great

We had a great time at this property. The actual property itself is beautiful and very spacious with plenty of parking. It is not exactly on the lake, which I feel was a tad bit misleading, however, it is a very short walk down a private walkway to their dock, which is on the lake. The upper deck of the boathouse was very comfortable, lots of shade and seating.. The boathouse itself had lots of toys and floats that we and the kids got a ton of use out of! The house itself is very spacious with plenty of room. It’s very comfortable. The only negative feedback I would have is that one of the upper bedrooms on the top level did have a dog urine scent to it which is probably unavoidable in a property that allows dogs. Otherwise the individual air units in each bedroom worked wonderfully and we were nice and cool the entire time. We would definitely return to this house in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2024
Alyssa, while we're delighted to hear you enjoyed your time at Lake Lured Away and loved the comfortable, spacious interior and private dock, we are so sorry for the issue you encountered with the dog urine smell. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention so our housekeeping team can take care of it. I am pleased to share that as a direct result of your feedback, we've adjusted some of the listing information to clarify that while the private dock is lakefront, the home is across the street from the lake. Thank you again for your valuable review, and we look forward to hosting you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing house for family time

We stayed for the Christmas holiday to be near family. The house easily accommodated the 8 of us. We enjoyed the first floor family room with TV. Unfortunately it was too cold to hang out downstairs to play games or ping-pong (would have been nice if it was wamer and there was a TV down there as well). The house was amazing the view was spectacular. The last day warmed up enough to even enjoy the outside abit. Very close to Chimney Rock Village which was nice go visit. We cooked all meals in the galley kitchen which was well equipped with plenty of dishes,.pots, pans etc. The oven seemed slightly low in temperature vs the setting so we needed to drastically adjust some of our cooking times. As indicated by management cell service and internet was very very limited. Which made it difficult to stay connected to work related items that we needed to attend to while away. Overall our stay was great and we would certainly stay again if the opportunity presents itself.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Susan, we're delighted to hear that you and your family had such an amazing Christmas holiday at Lake Lured Away and enjoyed the spectacular views and close proximity to Chimney Rock. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback with us and future guests, and we look forward to hosting you again in the future—perhaps for a sunny spring or summer getaway!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Disappointing stay

We were so excited about visiting this house, and the communication with the property managers was excellent. But there were several problems that made it difficult to enjoy our weekend. First, my husbands foot went right through the rotting wood on the dock. He was lucky to escape with cuts and splinters - he could have broken his ankle. Second, the air conditioning did not work. It was so hot and humid in the house that all of bread got moldy - no bagels or toast for breakfast. Third, there were so many ants in the kitchen. The trash can did not have a lid and there was a long line of ants up the wall from the trash through the pantry. The heat, the ants and my husbands worry that someone else would fall through the dock made it a very disappointing weekend for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Lauren, while we're pleased to hear that the communication with our team was excellent, we are sorry to hear that your overall experience at Lake Lured Away fell below expectations. We apologize for the inconveniences you encountered during your stay, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your honest and constructive feedback with us. I am happy to report that the dock has been repaired, and the home has been treated for ants since your stay. Regarding the air conditioning, this home has central AC on the main level and localized mini splits in the upper-level bedrooms (which we have made note of in the property description as a direct result of your feedback). All of the AC systems were working properly when we inspected them prior to your arrival. However, you are always encouraged to reach out if something isn't working or negatively impacting your stay so our team can resolve it during your stay. We hope that you will consider staying with us again in the future so we might regain your confidence and exceed your expectations.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Easter Break 2023

The house was very clean and the neighborhood was quiet and it would be a perfect spot if we would have been able to enjoy the lake activities as advertised. We rented this place on the lake for our family including 3 teenagers to enjoy the amenities that a lake has to offer. Imagine our surprise when we arrived and discovered that the lake level had been lowered in January for repairs and we did not have access to the kayak, canoe, or paddleboard. It was very disappointing for the family. It would have been nice if we had been informed of this when booking so we could have made other arrangements. We were told by neighbors that the lake level will be lowered every Jan for several years to fix the sewer pipes, so future renters should be informed if they plan on utilizing the lake activities. Also I would recommend someone check the unit before renters arrive as when we arrived, 2 smoke detectors were going off and there were no replacement batteries so we had to find a grocery store at night (in an area where we were unfamiliar). We tried calling Greybeard however the cell phone service was poor and would not let calls go out. We did enjoy the ping pong table and hiking. This would be a great place if the lake had water!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2023
Linda, while we're pleased to hear that you loved the quiet neighborhood and rec room with the ping pong table, we are so sorry to hear that your stay at Lake Lured Away was anything short of excellent. We apologize for the issues you encountered during your stay, and we really appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. I wanted to confirm that we include lake draining dates in the listing description for guests who are considering booking the home during that time frame. While the lake typically begins refilling at the end of March, the exact timeline of when it is completely back to normal levels varies based on rainfall and other factors. In the future, we'd encourage you to reach out to the Town of Lake Lure to ensure it is back to normal for the dates you're looking at. Also, we require an inspection before every guest's arrival, and this home's inspector did not report any issue with the smoke detectors, which leads me to believe the issue came about after they checked the home and before you arrived. We do hope that you will consider staying with us again in the future so we might redeem this somewhat poor experience and exceed your expectations!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Over all it was a beautiful areas and the lake was amazing. We rented a boat and that was amazing! Things stated in listing that were suppose to be there for water enjoyment were not there, the did give me a little refund for that ( no kayaks, life jackets, water toys etc) There was a horse fly issues in bottom half of house so kids weren’t going down stairs to play ping pong. The bed was comfortable and the size of house was great. We just able to use the whole house. The communication was good but we probably won’t rent from this rental company again. June 26-July 3, 2026
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 July 2026
Patti, thank you for taking the time to share your honest feedback on Lake Lured Away. We're so glad you enjoyed the beautiful lake setting, your time on the water, and the spacious, comfortable interior. We sincerely apologize for the aspects of your stay that fell short of expectations, particularly the horse fly issue in the lower level and the unavailable water amenities. We appreciate you bringing these concerns to our attention and are glad our team was able to stay in communication with you and provide a partial refund. Since your stay, we've updated the listing to ensure the amenities are accurately reflected and have treated the home to address the fly issue. We understand that this experience left you hesitant to stay with us again, but we hope you'll consider giving Greybeard another opportunity in the future to provide the exceptional mountain getaway we strive to deliver and that you deserve!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was terrific, would have enjoyed some water toys, but there were none. Beautiful, quiet and private!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 June 2026
Cathy, thank you for your review of Lake Lured Away! We're delighted to hear you loved the home and its beautiful, peaceful setting. We're sorry for the disappointment regarding the water toys, but we appreciate you bringing it to our attention. We've since updated the property description to help set expectations for future guests. We can't thank you enough for staying with us, and we hope you'll keep us in mind for future getaways to Lake Lure!

About the host

Hosted by Greybeard Rentals

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Greybeard Rentals manages over 225 vacation rentals in Asheville, Black Mountain, Lake James, and the surrounding Western North Carolina region. A locally owned and operated business for over 25 years, Greybeard Rentals team of 20+ rental specialists are available to provide 24/7 rental emergency support for any rental issues that arise. They are also available to assist with any questions you may have about restaurant recommendations, activities, and more.

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