Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces
Casa de Yayo
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A gorgeous setting both inside and out, this luxury home on the shores of Lake Toxaway is a place for taking in the quiet beauty of the North Carolina highlands. In this blissfully tranquil spot, you'll have a small dock at the water's edge, a canoe, a kayak, and life jackets to take out each morning.
This three-story lakefront home is full of understated luxury and style. Begin each day on the ground floor, working out in the well-equipped gym with two TVs, readying the canoe and kayak for a morning paddle, and sipping your coffee on the flagstone patio overlooking the lake.
Moving upstairs, you'll find the main living spaces on the third floor, including an inviting family room with foldable glass doors that open to a covered deck. Adjoining this room is an elegant kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including a French-door refrigerator and a gas stove. There's also a farm sink and a large island with bar seating. There's also a formal dining room and plentiful outdoor seating for evening barbecues prepared on the Big Green Egg.
There are two top-floor bedrooms- one lakefront room with an en suite bathroom and direct deck access and another with an en suite bathroom and a connected study that serves as a fantastic work-from-home space with a computer, copier, and printer. The second-floor bunk room offers a lake-facing play area for the kids.
Things to Know -Please be aware that there is ongoing construction on the adjacent lot, and there may be construction noise during daytime hours. -Outdoor fires and firepits are strictly prohibited. -Lake Cardinal is a private body of water that does not allow power boats. -The fireplace is not operational. -Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. -Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. -All guests shall abide by our good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. -Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. -No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. - -All properties comes with a starter kit to assist you on your first day before having to go out and purchase additional items. This includes: dish sponge, dish soap, dishwasher packet, laundry packet. Bathrooms will have 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, shampoo, conditioner and hand soap.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
Dock details:
Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
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Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
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Property # 2890437vb
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 Toxaway
Located in Lake Toxaway, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Gorges State Park and Toxaway Game Land reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute and Cashiers Farmers Market. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
Western Carolina University - 48 min drive - 54.5 km
Restaurants
Grand Olde Station at Lake Toxaway - 10 min drive
Canyon Kitchen - 25 min drive
Osteria del monte Ristorante Italiano - 16 min drive
The Fix - 25 min drive
Panthertown Cafe - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces?
As of 13 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces on 29 July 2026 start from AU$630, 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 Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Lake Toxaway. Gorges State Park and Pisgah National Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Beautiful property! The location is incredible and the home was even nicer than the pictures. We wished the upstairs bedrooms had king beds or at least 2 queens, but either way we will definitely be back!
Catherine S.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lynn B.
6 July 2025
Lake cardinal
Absolute perfect setting and beautiful home. Looking forward to returning soon!
What a beautiful setting on the lake! We had a long weekend with the kids and had a fantastic stay here- plenty for the kids to do, and a great setting for all of us to relax. We would certainly stay here again!
This is as our second stay at casa de yayo, and we absolutely loved it! Beautiful setting, incredible house, and some great nearby restaurants. Highly recommended!
Absolutely outstanding home beautifully situated on a spectacular lakeside lot. Extremely well appointed, comfortable and understatingly elegant. Loved Casa de Yayo and look forward to returning!!
Loved the house and property...wish the beds were bigger...they were as advertised..but need bigger beds.
sherri c.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeff P.
18 Mar 2024
Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Gorgeous home on mountain lake
My family spent a week here and we loved it. The home is beautiful inside and out. Everyone enjoyed paddling on the lake, hiking the nearby trails, and hanging out on the patio. We honestly did not want to leave and we look forward to returning someday!
Our family had the most incredible vacation at Casa de Yayo. Everything about the property was exceptional, from the location, to the layout of the house, to the cleanliness of the house, etc. It was truly exceptional and we would love to return!