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Peaceful Lakeside Haven w/private dock; boating, hiking swimming just steps away

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Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Mountain Rest, SC
  • Yellow Branch Falls
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Oconee State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Lake Keowee
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Clemson, SC (CEU-Oconee County Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Lakeside Haven w/private dock; boating, hiking swimming just steps away

Journey back in time and relax in the Bluebird Cottage of Mountain Rest Lake. Nestled in the woods, this charming lake front retreat offers a multitude of activities for peace seekers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.
The newly restored 1940's cottage is a sanctuary of rest and beauty. Walk to the dock and enjoy paddling, fishing, swimming or just relaxing lakeside. Sit on one of the screened porches with your morning coffee and breathe in the fresh air. Enjoy a perfect sunset view and star gazing at the end of your day. Close to great hiking trails and waterfalls, Clemson football games (45 min.) or a visit to Clayton GA (30 min.) or Highlands NC (35 min.). There are excellent dining opportunities within 15-30 miles. Art galleries, antique stores and many boutique shops are nearby and waiting to be explored!

Property manager

Barbie White
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 deadlock

About the area

Mountain Rest

Located in Mountain Rest, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel and Oconee Station State Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chattahoochee National Forest and Oconee State Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Mountain Rest, SC

What's nearby

  • Yellow Branch Falls - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Oconee State Park - 12 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Lake Keowee - 37 min drive - 32.7 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 42 min drive - 40.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Rest Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Lake Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Rooster's Call - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Rest Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Lakeside Haven w/private dock; boating, hiking swimming just steps away pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Lakeside Haven w/private dock; boating, hiking swimming just steps away?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Lakeside Haven w/private dock; boating, hiking swimming just steps away?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Lakeside Haven w/private dock; boating, hiking swimming just steps away located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 1.3 mi (2 km) from Yellow Branch Falls and within 6 miles (10 km) of Chattahoochee National Forest and Chattooga River. Oconee State Park and Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 61 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

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

Sweet family get away

It was well managed and so cute. My littles had so much fun swimming with lots of hikes a 10 minute drive away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

patrick h.

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

Rustic and beautiful cabin on a lake

Perfection!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Travis H.

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

Awesome place!

This lakeside cabin was more than we expected. The host was easy to communicate with. Overall, I would stay there again and again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alicia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darin W.

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

Immaculate Stay

Great experience from start to finish. Directions were easy to follow, the views were amazing, and the house felt like home just after a short time. Overall 10/10 for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

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

Cozy getaway

Bluebird Cottage was the sweetest and coziest spot for a weekend of resting, relaxing and recharging! Every little thing was perfectly planned and right at your fingertips. We will visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beautiful cottage

My husband and I came to celebrate Valentine's day in a peaceful, calm place and we couldnt have found a better one! This cottage is perfect for peace and seclusion, but not too far from civilization. We loved it and will defintely come back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

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

short weekend for football game

The cottage is so cute, comfortable and beautifully decorated. It has everything you could possibly need for a stay. We enjoyed the peaceful area and scenery on the lake. Thanks for a great weekend, and we hope to be able to come back again some time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry D.

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

Amazing!

We had a wonderful stay on our girls getaway! Can’t say enough about how beautiful and cozy the cottage is. As long as you make a grocery trip prior to arrival, you don’t have any reason to leave if your stay is about relaxation. It so quiet, no noisy traffic. The lake is peaceful, I could just sit and look at it all day! I text pics to my husband while there, he said he’d like to stay there a week but it’s no pets are allowed so we wouldn’t be able to book a trip, we don’t travel without our fur babies (Yorkies). Other than that, it’s a perfect retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay R.

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

Peaceful oasis

We could not have had a more lovely stay! This lakefront cottage exceeded all of our expectations. The host has thought of all of the little details that make a stay more easy and comfortable. House is well stocked with water fun, games, books, kitchen items, etc. we definitely plan to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Relaxing and lovely

Peaceful and clean cottage with comfortable detailings. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Can’t imagine a more relaxing spot

Stayed with my husband and father-in-law while in town for a nearby wedding and all three of us instantly fell in love with the place. Perfect size for the three of us, cozy and charming with so many options for sitting and enjoying the outdoors or indoors, so clean and well maintained, so much to offer! It really felt like a comfortable home and not just a place we were renting for a few days. Not to mention the area itself is so quiet and beautiful. We had a wonderful time and would come back in a second!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

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

Beautiful Lake

We absolutely loved everything about our stay, WiFi was out due to storm but we had plenty of games,books and activities to keep us busy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

Always a pleasure

We’ve stayed at Bluebird Cottage several times and have never been disappointed. The “Welcome Back”card from Barbie was a nice touch. We also loved the addition of televisions in both bedrooms. It’s a great spot to sit back and enjoy the peace and quiet of the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

overflow housing for my lake house

Everything perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

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

Best Hidden gem in the upstate

This is probably the best place that I have ever stayed! The attention to small details and the welcome gifts made us feel right at home from the moment we walked into the door. The Beauty and the peaceful quiet on the lake are unmatched. We got to go out do some hiking and come back just relax and enjoy our time together. Thank you so much Barbie and Steve for sharing your beautiful Cottage with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peyton P.

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

Beautiful Cottage

We had a wonderful weekend at this beautiful cottage. The views are breathtaking and it is the perfect place for a relaxing getaway. Barbie is a fantastic host! We will definitely be returning in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise g.

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

A GEM at Mtn Rest Lake!

The bluebird cottage is a very special place. Clean, cozy, well decorated with a great host. It has EVERYTHING you need to escape the hustle and bustle of life! We enjoyed sitting on the back porch looking at the peaceful lake and also a little fishing off the pier. We would recommend this property to anyone who needs a BREAK and just needs to slow down and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh W.

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

Peaceful!

I love this spot and Barbie’s bluebird cottage! Well appointed and a perfect place to get away, enjoy the lake during warm summer days and visit with friends. Perfect place for a couple or two close friends. My third stay and I am sure I will return.♥️♥️
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is an adorable cottage. It’s an older property that is quaint and quirky. The decor is charming, and the house provides a peaceful atmosphere. The dock and screened porch are perfect for sitting and enjoying a cup of coffee or a glass of wine. The little lake is very easy to kayak around, and is also fun to just float in. The location of the cottage is also great for short drives to many beautiful waterfalls. I enjoyed this property so much last year, that I returned again this summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eva S.

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

Loved this cottage!

The cottage is just the most cozy space, decorated so stylishly- I’d say cottage chic. The home had everything we needed for fun on the lake and relaxation. There were several board games that we enjoyed playing, we used the kayaks, canoe, and tubes in the lake. The water was absolutely perfect- so refreshing! We really enjoyed morning coffee and several meals out on the screened porch overlooking the lake. There is tons of nearby trails to hike as well as trails in Oconee State Park. Also- Yellowbranch Falls is a must! We had an amazing mountain retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

john and bonnie m.

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

Quiet & comfortable

The cottage is darling, pristinely
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc W.

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

Perfect, quiet lake-side cottage

We had a wonderful time at this comfortable lake-side cottage. The 1940s cabin was completely restored and enhanced, but retains the character and charm of the original structure. This cabin was owned by my grandfather and I have great memories of visiting here in the 60’s. Then in 1974 my wife and I spent our honeymoon here, and just this week returned to celebrate our 50th anniversary. Barbie and Steve are most gracious hosts and couldn’t have been nicer in accommodating us. The cabin is warmly furnished and equipped with every amenity you could want. The beds are comfortable and the kitchen is well-equipped. The new large screened porch on the back of the house is a major addition, providing a comfortable sitting area with a gas fire pit for those cool evenings. The front porch overlooking the lake is a great place to sit, take meals and listen to the various sounds of wildlife. We did not take advantage of the various aquatic activities, other than enjoying coffee or wine on the dock, but there are kayaks and a canoe available for cruising or fishing. If you are looking for a quiet, relaxing environment, you can’t go wrong with the Bluebird Cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi C.

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

Mountain Rest!

Honey, perfect cabin for our girls get away. Plenty of water equipment provided. Dock & Firepit are a wonderful way to spend the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerri S.

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

Best VRBO ever

It is a beautiful location. Barbie has literally provided everything you could possibly want or need. She is a fabulous host. I could have stayed here forever.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

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