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Woodsy cottage next to Lake James

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Exterior
Living area
Dining
Private kitchen
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 879.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Morganton, NC
  • Lake James
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Lake James State Park
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Steele Creek Park and Campground
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Hickory, NC (HKY-Hickory Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

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.

Property manager

Brianna
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
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

About the area

Morganton

Located in Morganton, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Lake James State Park and Pisgah National Forest 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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Morganton, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake James - 8 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lake James State Park - 10 min drive - 6.2 km
  • The Outpost - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Steele Creek Park and Campground - 20 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Linville Gorge Wilderness Area - 48 min drive - 32.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria Jalisco - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Woodsy cottage next to Lake James pet-friendly?

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

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

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Michelle M.

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

Lake James Cottage

Lovely cottage. Very clean. The host was very easy to communicate with. I would highly recommend this lovely home to friends and family.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amarie B.

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

Perfect for us

We stayed here to celebrate Christmas Eve and Day with my parents. The check in time was perfect as neither of us prefer to drive in the dark. The cabin was decorated for Christmas The beds were incredibly comfortable. We brought wood but the fire pit had plenty of wood. The hosts were readily available. 10/10 would stay again if available. r dark.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 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

Verified traveller

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

Cozy cottage

Near trails. Clean and bright
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

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

Clean & Cozy

Great experience at this cottage. Very clean, comfortable and cozy. Location was perfect. Trail adjacent to property was fantastic. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Betty R.

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

Wedding Weekend

Our son got married at Rose Haven Venue on Lake James. We needed a place to stay that was close. This house was perfect and very close to the venue. It was very clean and met our needs perfectly. I would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

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

House near walking trail

Very clean. Loved having access to the Fonta Flora trail right beside the property. Plenty of space for our family of 4 with 2 dogs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C., Cary

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

Clean, great location

Great little house. Very clean. The Fonta Flora trail starts right at the edge of the yard. Great if you love trails.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

M S.

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

33rd Anniversary Trip

We rented the cabin for our 33rd anniversary and went to the Biltmore for the Christmas Tour. The cabin was very clean and had everything we needed. I help one of our daughters clean vacation rentals in Florida and I was very impressed with how clean everything was. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely keep this one on our list of places to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James L.

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

Great little cabin!

We were in the area to look at property and needed a home base to venture out from. This cabin fit the bill perfectly. Its located in a great area that is private, peaceful, and easily accessible to the rest of the town. Its a great place to get away from busy streets and traffic. It was clean, comfortable, and very well appointed. Our dogs LOVED the yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Monique T.

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

Perfect stay

The house was clean, new, well stocked, and well thought out. Communication with the host was quick and easy. She even texted to let us know the house was ready early. The location to the Fonta Flora trail is incredible. Will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

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