WKD Escape Waterfront - Easy Water Access - Perfect for multiple families!

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A covered outdoor seating area with a fire pit, overlooking a lake surrounded by trees.
A spacious living area with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a stone accent wall. There is a kitchen area with modern appliances and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with a large island, stainless steel appliances, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with a central island, dining area with wicker chairs, a living room with a sofa and fireplace, and a stone accent wall.
A two-story house with a stone foundation, a dark roof, and a driveway leading to the front door.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake James

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Arcade/game room
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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McDowell County, NC
  • Place, Lake James
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Pisgah National Forest
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Chimney Rock State Park
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Beds

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Bathroom 3

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

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

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About the area

Nebo

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in The Arbor, a neighbourhood in Nebo. Silver Fork Winery and Silver Creek Plantation Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Outpost and Emerald Village. Travelling with kids? Consider Woodys Chair Shop, or check out an event or a game at The Orchard at Altapass.
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McDowell County, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake James - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Pisgah National Forest - 13 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Catawba Falls - 35 min drive - 50.3 km
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 57 min drive - 79.1 km
  • Lake Lure - 58 min drive - 73.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Love's Travel Stop - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WKD Escape Waterfront - Easy Water Access - Perfect for multiple families! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at WKD Escape Waterfront - Easy Water Access - Perfect for multiple families!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WKD Escape Waterfront - Easy Water Access - Perfect for multiple families!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WKD Escape Waterfront - Easy Water Access - Perfect for multiple families!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WKD Escape Waterfront - Easy Water Access - Perfect for multiple families! located?

This family-friendly Nebo holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Lake James and Catawba River. Lake James State Park and McDowell County Courthouse 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. 19 out of 19 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was as advertised, very convenient to town but also quiet and remote allowing for a relaxing and comfortable stay for our extended family weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip and house. Kids had a blast.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is stunning. They place is very wellll cared for and clean. The host Tristen deserves an award for being so quick to respond to my questions before and after check in and being a very caring host. Theres literally NOTHING to complain about. I cant wait to book this place again next year. Truly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't say enough about how wonderful our stay was. The house is gorgeous - beautifully decorated, super comfortable (bathrooms for each bedroom!), and well designed for a crowd (hello, giant refrigerator and double washer/dryers!). Tristan was super communicative and sweet. The lake is a dream. And if you ever want to peel yourself away from the water, there's good food and attractions nearby (Fonta Flora Brewery, Countryside BBQ, and the town of Morganton are favorites of ours). We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I of one of our 14 family members wanted to kayak the lake. It was easygoing to launch off the dock and though we were there for a wedding, it wasn’t as planned at the top of the mountain where Wiseman View overlooking the gorgeous mountains had our day scheduled all messed up. Due to the hurricane, our outside activity was impossible. But the cabin had plenty of entertainment to offer us and our youngest 10 year old to keep us occupied until the wedding ceremony took place on the other side of Lake James. We were also kept informed by the owners of what we needed to know with the weather forecast being warnings going on and their concerns about our safety. We communicated through texts and emails and we deeply appreciated their hospitality in all ways. I’d recommend everyone that loves the lake and waterfalls and trails as well as antiques… this place is your go to place for sure. And it is very nice with showers in every room as well as some bathtubs. Comfortable beds, larger than life tv’s and a fireplace. Only thing we lacked was a hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it was excellent; only suggestion is to provide a closet or dresser for storing clothes during our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is beautiful! Our family enjoyed being able to ski, wakeboard, and tube near the dock and into the rest of the lake. The kids loved the floating foam pad. We enjoyed the paddle boards and kayaks too! Dinner on the deck with that amazing view was a great way to wind down in the evening. The kids enjoy the variety of toys and the grown ups enjoyed ping pong in the evening. Kristen, our host, was so attentive!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is beautiful and clean and fully equipped and completely kid-friendly. Each bedroom has its own bathroom! The lake is so easy to get to - I think one of the easiest of all the houses around there. Plenty of kayaks to use and we enjoyed them! We absolutely loved our stay there and hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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

Great house

The home was well equipped and clean. Easy walk to lake. House has a great floorplan.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect lake getaway

We stayed for thanksgiving with family and friends. The home was in perfect condition with a well equipped kitchen. Wouldn’t change a thing!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Stay

The home is as beautiful and as comfortable as the photos suggest. We thoroughly enjoyed the enormous covered back deck where we ate our meals and relaxed around the gas fire pit. The access to the lake is very easy and the dock is large and accommodated our boat nicely. The kitchen is extremely well stocked (one of the nicest kitchens I've cooked in) with a large refrigerator that made grocery trips less frequent for our large group. Beds were very comfortable and bathrooms were well appointed. We were traveling with teenagers who enjoyed the game room. The house is also very well suited for younger children. We look forward to returning soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Just what we were looking for!

Our family had a fine time at this lakehouse. Communication with the host was easy. The little ones really enjoyed the play space inside and the lake. We prepared our meals in a very well-appointed kitchen and dined both inside and out on the porch. The tap water is filtered, so no need to bring in water bottles. Everyone enjoyed the lake and paddleboards. We found the beds to be comfortable and the atmosphere relaxing. We hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home! They thought of everything for a fun and comfortable stay. The play room is huge and full of organized toys, books, puzzles, riding horse, etc. Big screen TV. Another large room with pool and ping ball tables. Putting green, dart board and free weights for the adults. There are lots of lake toys. Inside and outside safety gates installed at the stairs for the little ones. The kitchen has everything you need with upscale appliances and two dishwashers. Highly recommend cooking and grilling your own food. The downtown area does not offer great quality restaurant options. Backyard and deck fire pits. We will definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ideal Family Vacation Home!

This home is the perfect vacation home for a family. The owners have thought of everything! We had 6 adults and 5 grandchildren ranging in age from 3-10, and there was something for everyone. The downstairs has toys for all of the kids to keep them entertained when not on the lake, and there is also a pool table and ping pong table. The kitchen is large with two dishwashers, double refrigerator /freezer, and is well equipped for all of your cooking needs. the laundry room has two washing machines and two dryers. Outside, there is a fleet of kayaks, two very nice paddle boards, 20-foot floating pad, large deck with plenty of seating. We brought our own boat, and the boat ramp was a 10-minute drive from the house. There is a Dollar General store about 3 miles away, and there is also a Dollar General Grocery store a mile past the Dollar General store. The grocery store has all of the items you would expect from any grocery store, just limited varieties. If you want to go to a larger grocery store, there is an Ingles located in Marion, about a 15-minute drive. Our host, Kim, was a pleasure to work with and was very responsive. We are already planning our next trip to stay at this home! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house! The best one we have stayed in on the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome house with everything you can ask for.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a beautiful home on the lake. The pictures don't do it justice. The kitchen is very nice with two dishwashers. We had a couple of hot days and the a/c worked great. It kept us cool the whole time. Lots of lake toys to use. My grandkids and myself had a blast on the ping pong table. Enjoyed the concrete walkway down to the lake. Very nice dock with swim platform. We had a wonderful stay and will be back in future. Thanks for a very nice stay. Nick
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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

AMAZING STAY

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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