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Woodsy cottage next to Lake James

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 679.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Morganton, NC
  • Place, Lake James
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪58 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Woodsy cottage next to Lake James

Outdoor enthusiast retreat, mountain biking and hiking heaven! Relax with the whole family at this peaceful, brand new adorable cottage nestled in the woods right next to the Fonta Flora trail. Jump onto the trail for hiking or biking winding around scenic Lake James for 30+ miles of beauty or walk 1 mile to the county beach for some splashing and sun bathing. Enjoy the evenings on the patio or around the fire pit, BBQ & picnic table. Lake James is one of the cleanest and most beautiful lakes in NC and perfect temperature all summer long. We are 5 mins away from Mimosa landing for boat launch. 15 min from adorable downtown Morganton with many great restaurants and breweries to enjoy. 40 min from historic scenic Blue Ridge parkway and Linville Gorge with cute mountain towns, waterfall hikes, gem mining and much more to discover. With few crowds and so much to do you will fall in love and want to make this a yearly escape. Also available same property, 2+ person Yurt with water access.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Quiet time from 10 pm-7 am daily
We live next door, no parties allowed.
Please take your pet to the bathroom on the sides or back of the house not the grass in front.

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
Property # 2797914vb

About the area

Morganton

Located in Morganton, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Lake James State Park and Rock Pile Farm And Stump Farm Forestry Center reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include The Outpost and Bouncin' Kids. Martha's Park and Morganton Railroad Depot & Museum are also worth visiting.
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Map
Morganton, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake James - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jonas Ridge Snow Tubing - 40 min drive - 50.7 km
  • Hickory Metro Convention Center - 41 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 57 min drive - 70.5 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 58 min drive - 74.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bones Jones Burgers And Butchery - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪AJ's Family Steakhouse - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Coffee House - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Woodsy cottage next to Lake James pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Woodsy cottage next to Lake James?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Woodsy cottage next to Lake James?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Woodsy cottage next to Lake James?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Woodsy cottage next to Lake James located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Lake James and within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake James State Park and Oak Hill Community Park & Forest. Pisgah National Forest and The Outpost are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deb C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very helpful and the cottage was very nicely laid out!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay at the cottage. It was the perfect size, very well appointed, and had everything we needed for our stay! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is probably the cleanest rental I’ve stayed in, even down to bedding and furniture. Super clean, just right for our family of 3. Great location for hiking and sight-seeing. My 2nd time staying in this home and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Shirley W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was nicely located to hiking/paddle boarding
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great and very clean. Just like the pictures. Thank you so much for a great place.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chas A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely awesome house. So clean, it felt like we were the first ones that ever stayed there. Close to everything that is cool and having the trail next to the house was incredible. Would love to stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We highly appreciate the use of the cottage! Everything was very clean and tidy. Briana definitely helped us with recommendations for the area and all requests were answered and attended to very promptly. Thank you and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Weekend trip for a wedding

Clean quiet country setting with convenience to food dnecessary shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosi W.

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

Great place to stay!

Cute house that was VERY CLEAN!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy D.

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

Great cottage!

Really enjoyed our stay at the “woodsy cottage.” It was quiet and peaceful. We had all that we needed for a comfortable stay. The bed was comfy, the location was a short drive to Lake James access. I would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There is nothing I could say negative about this place. Kitchen very nice and wonderfully appointed. Had all the basics you would need and then some. The whole home was very nice, clean and comfortable. Check in and out was a piece of cake. Briana was a wonderful hostess
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb E.

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

Great place with wonderful trail

This plave matched the description perfectly. The owners responded quickly to anything I asked. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

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

Quiet cottage

Great, quiet spot…very close to the awesome trail.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

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

Perfect 10

Our best VRBO stay yet. The property was perfect. It was exactly as described
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron J.

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

Great stay

Great clean house in a great area. Recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole D.

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

Cozy and close to trails

We stayed for a wedding and was able to enjoy the nearby trail with our dogs during some of our free time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lourdes R.

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

Nc

The property was beautiful and clean. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason H.

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

Trail race weekend

Needed a place to stay while attending a local event. This place was perfect. Very clean, neat and nicely furnished. I would definitely stay here again when in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

maryann k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was wonderful! Very new. Very clean. Everything you would need and more. Beautifully decorated and many games and books are available. When we come back to the Lake James area we will stay At woodsy cottage again. We rented a pontoon boat and spent a day on the beautiful lake. Maryann Kulesza
Our dog Molly loved swimming in Lake James
Back yard at Woodsy cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Wonderful

We enjoyed our stay and couldn’t have had a better time. The stars were gorgeous and the place was clean and had everything we needed for our little family. Would definitely stay again next adventure:)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Summer get away

Our family loved everything Lake James and surrounding area had to offer. The property was clean and comfortable and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

debbie d.

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

Restful!!

This is our second time back to this location. Quiet, clean, very comfortable we will definitely come back 😊😊
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle N.

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

Lovely

Scenic and serene area. Easy to get to groceries,shopping & dining. The house is perfectly comfortable, decorated nicely and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Excellent VRBO!

Beautiful “woodsy cottage.”. Very clean & comfortable. Furnished with everything we needed to have a fun time in Morgantown.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise N.

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

Great little house!

Very clean and well maintained property. The location was easy to find, close to sit down food options, close to trails (including one right in the backyard!), and overall a pleasant experience. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

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