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Mountain Rest Cottage w/ Gas Fireplace!

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A wooden deck with large windows overlooking a forest.
A wooden dock extending into a calm lake surrounded by dense forest.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, wooden furniture, and large windows.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a rocking chair, a fireplace, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A cozy living room with a brick fireplace, wooden walls, a television, and a wheelchair-accessible chair.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Mountain Rest, SC
  • Place, Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Oconee State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Yellow Branch Falls
    ‪7 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

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About the area

Mountain Rest

Located in Mountain Rest, this cottage is on a lake. Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel and Oconee Station State Historic Site are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Keowee Key Golf Course and Keowee Key Fitness & Tennis Center. Walhalla Performing Arts Center and Gateway Arts Center are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Mountain Rest, SC

What's nearby

  • Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Oconee State Park - 5 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Yellow Branch Falls - 7 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Chattooga River - 12 min drive - 16.2 km
  • Walhalla City Hall - 12 min drive - 14.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Habanero's Mexican Grill - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Koma Rico - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Stumphaus Taproom - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Trailhead Tavern - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Rest Cottage w/ Gas Fireplace! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Rest Cottage w/ Gas Fireplace!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Rest Cottage w/ Gas Fireplace!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Rest Cottage w/ Gas Fireplace! located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel and within 6 miles (10 km) of Oconee State Park and Yellow Branch Falls. Oconee County Library and Oconee Military Museum at Patriots Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great weekend enjoying this property. Close to everything we wanted to see. John was a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Aug 2026
So glad you had a great weekend and found the location close to everything you wanted to see. We work hard to make sure guests feel welcomed and well taken care of, and we're thrilled it showed during your stay. Thanks for sharing your experience!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Remote and quiet. Able to totally relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway

Just wanted seclusion and privacy - this was a perfect place to work and close to all of the wonderful waterfalls and hiking. We'll be back :-)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very secluded

Nice place to stay. Could be cleaner and would have been nice to know the shower didn’t work. But bath tub was clean so bath it was. Nice place but could use a little updating and better cleaning staff. Overall nice quiet stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very relaxing

Things went really good. No problems
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful Lake View

If you are looking for a quiet getaway overlooking a lake in the South Carolina mountains, this place will suit you well. Had coffee on the front deck looking out at the lake each morning, listening to the Hooded Warbler singing away. We had a nice paddle around the lake in the canoe, and John (owner who was in the next door of the duplex) told us how to find the pretty little waterfall that feeds the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Good location for resting

Some surprises but adequate for the low price. Be sure to ask all questions: central air? Bed sizes? Bathroom size?
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice and close to lake

Perfect for me and my son's little fishing trip. Nice and tidy spot. A little different that the cabin is connected to the residence, but we had no issues. No central air or heat, but they provide space heaters which helped on our one chilly night. If you want to disconnect, this is the place. Very few channels on TV and no cell service. The proximity to the lake was perfect and you're not too far from town for some decent dining options. Overall, very nice time spent.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Rough start

It was very difficult to get instructions on how to get into the property, the management company was useless. We called VRBO directly and got a clear and concise answer. The weekend turned out great! We hiked all around, swam a lot and hung out on the porch with a superb view of the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolute Relaxation!

I chose this property because I was looking for somewhere with a large,covered porch and a water view. This trip was all about rest and relaxation. That is exactly what I got. My mother and I arrived around 4pm on Friday and we did not leave the house until we left for home on Sunday morning. It was so peaceful! No noise from highways. No people. If you are looking for a place to take a “mental health break,” this place is perfect for it. We have already decided we will go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Quite Enjoyable

We stayed 5 nights in April. The weather was a mix of chilly and warm so the fireplace was lovely. The view is spectacular. We enjoyed kayaking around the lake and hiking on nearby trails. I did not realize this cabin was actually attached to the owner's home. That may have bothered me if they were home, but they were not, so we had complete privacy. The cabin is located in a neighborhood so you are not totally alone, but because it is located at a dead end, you don't realize it. Nice area to walk in. The bed was comfortable. The TV did not offer much reception. All in all, we loved it and would stay again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Crystal Lake

Had an amazing experience!! Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Perfect for a distraction-free, unplugged get-away

A very quiet setting right under a canopy of trees and a stone’s throw from the lake. If you’re looking to unplug from the high-paced distractions of life, this remote rental is wonderful. They do have internet, so you don’t have to be completely off the grid. The little local town is only about 10mins away which is convenient, and has some decent restaurants. As the listing states, it’s definitely not for families with children under 5. But great for a couple’s get-away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Bare Essentials

The owner of this place we met. He’s nice but here’s my take on this. If you’re interested in a good no frills base station to drop in and hike the nearby trails and see waterfalls, this place will do. Access to the lake is strenuous. Steep decline/incline. Kitchen appliances and cookware were old and outdated but functional. Small portable gas grill cooked 2 steaks at a time(bring your own screw on propane canister?). On the upside, peaceful, quiet ( when there’s no contractors in the way) and a great rocking chair porch overlooking the woods below. Bed were comfortable. *limited cell phone coverage and very few and basic tv channels(if you have a child it could be of importance). There’s is a DVD player. Around 10 miles round trip to grocery stores/restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing & quiet

Very peaceful & beautiful overlooking lake crystal .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Nature

Was a great experience. Owner very kind and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Location, Location, Location

Not fancy, but clean. Very quiet and relaxing looking through the woods onto the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet with lovely view

This is an excellent place to REST! Very quiet, trees are gorgeous and the lake is lovely. We slept so good and we will be back again! Nearby hiking was excellent, not too steep and not too easy...just right for us anyway!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our 25th anniversary getaway

This cottage was "back to nature" in that we felt like we were the only one on the lake. It was quiet, had everything we needed, and a little we didn't know we needed. This is a place we wood love to come back to again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good times

We had an excellent time and the cabin was in perfect location to visit a ton of waterfalls!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Beautiful Area

The area is absolutely beautiful. The host is very accommodating. I am a clean FREAK - and with the current pandemic - I am overly critical of cleanliness. We stayed, but it did not meet my standards for cleanliness.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disappointed

I’m not even sure where to begin, the road into this location is not the best, certainly did not look like a cabin. But what bothered me the most is what poor condition the property was in. The linoleum in the bathroom was worn through, I was afraid the faucets were going to fall off the tub. I really don’t think the oven had ever, ever been cleaned. The towels were hard as rocks. This might be a place where a bunch of fishermen might crash for a few nights, But certainly not a husband and wife team. Mislead about the Internet, we probably had four or five channels on the TV. I had no service on my iPhone. We left a day early because I couldn’t stand the thoughts of spending another night there.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec 2020
Hi Eugene, the right vacation home is everything, and we're disappointed this wasn't the one for you. We followed up with the homeowners, who wanted to share the following: - We're sorry that our cabin didn't exceed your expectations. We did inform you before your arrival that cell service was spotty in the area. While we can't improve the coverage from cell companies, we will be having fiber-optic cable installed in the ground soon that guests can enjoy a better internet connection at the cottage. - We can assure you the linoleum is not worn, though we do plan to upgrade it this winter. The bathroom faucets are fine as well. - We apologize that you didn't like the towels and hope you appreciated the replacement towels that we brought over right away. - We are also sorry for the state of the oven. We have addressed this with our cleaning crew to make sure it is cleaned in between each guest stay. We hope the partial refund granted helped make up for the inconvenience you felt. We work hard to provide a spotless place to stay with a beautiful lake, incredible waterfalls, hiking, and biking trails.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

lovely secluded gateway

ugh, we just loved this place! The Lake is absolutely amazing. So many hiking trails around, we chased about 3-4 Waterfalls. Our dog had a grand time as well, we will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Peace and quiet!

Very out of the way and quiet. Centrally located for the area. The provided canoe and use of the dock and lake added to the stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rustic cabin on lake

Great host. Great location. Beautiful Lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
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