Beautiful Mountain home in Lake Toxaway Estates

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Long range Mountain View from top deck off main living area

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5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 6325.2 sq m

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Pet-friendly
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

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Lake Toxaway, NC

Lake Toxaway
‪9 min drive‬
Gorges State Park
‪20 min drive‬
Whisper Lake
‪27 min drive‬
Pickens, SC (LQK-Pickens County)
‪79 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lower level Suite

2 Single Beds

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Queen Suite

1 Queen Bed

Second Master Suite

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Our house is located in the mountains of the Lake Toxaway Estates Community. Lake Toxaway is the largest private lake in North Carolina, and situated in Transylvania County, the county with the most waterfalls in the U.S.!

Our five bedroom mountain home features three levels. It is newly decorated with two separate family rooms, both with fireplaces, large screen TVs, and their own decks. This provides the perfect escape for families, friends, or an intimate setting for two. The upstairs loft area also provides a relaxing getaway for reading, tv, or just hanging out.

We like to keep the number of guests in our home at six. The five bedrooms includes two master suites with king beds and adjoining private bathrooms on the main floor. In addition, there are three more bedrooms, and an additional two and half baths.

The main floor also has a bank of floor to ceiling windows with amazing views of the Western Carolina Mountains. This same view is also featured in the lower level. The kitchen is open to the living area and dining area.

With access to the lake, kayak and boat rentals, hiking, fishing, swimming in the lake and much more. A short ride outside of the Lake Toxaway community, you’ll find the delightful towns of Cashiers, Brevard, Sapphire, and the Highlands. In addition, it’s a 45 minute drive to Asheville with endless shops, resort areas, and cultural activities.

Property manager

Elizabeth Tharp

Premier Host

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Supervised Children

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

Not allowed in beds or on furniture

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guest expected to treat the property with love and care as if it’s your own home

If additional guests or a pet (not agreed upon in reservation) , are at our home, Allied Security is notified, and the damage fee is forfeited in full

Important that children are closely supervised

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Lake Toxaway

Located in Lake Toxaway, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Sapphire National Golf Club and Sapphire Valley Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute and Cashiers Farmers Market. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Lake Toxaway, NC

What's nearby

Lake Toxaway - 9 min drive - 4.6 km
Gorges State Park - 20 min drive - 11.1 km
Whisper Lake - 27 min drive - 16.1 km
Sapphire National Golf Club - 29 min drive - 20.2 km
Lake Jocassee - 58 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

‪Mica's Restaurant - ‬30 min drive
‪Osteria Del Monte - ‬21 min drive
‪SlopeSide Tavern - ‬30 min drive
‪Villa Amato - ‬17 min drive
‪The Library Kitchen & Bar - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Mountain home in Lake Toxaway Estates pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Mountain home in Lake Toxaway Estates?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Mountain home in Lake Toxaway Estates?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Mountain home in Lake Toxaway Estates located?

This family-friendly Lake Toxaway holiday home is located on a lake, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Lake Toxaway. Gorges State Park and Pisgah National Forest are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

vance y.

1 December 2024

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

Thanksgiving visit

What an amazing, comfortable home! The five bedrooms are spacious and give everyone plenty of privacy. Amazing views in a world class neighborhood of Lake Toxaway, North Carolina. The hosts were most gracious all the way through the process, and we will definitely be back for another visit!

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

25 October 2024

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

Fall vacation 2024

This was a beautiful home and a spectacular view! The house was very clean and well supplied. Also, the hostess was very responsive. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to come back!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer T.

29 May 2024

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

Lake Toxaway Estate

We had a wonderful time. The home is beautiful, clean, and comfortable. All of the beds were comfortable and clean. The views are incredible!!!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lalla D.

10 August 2024

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

Summer vacation 2024

This house is beautiful, clean and comfortable. The host was wonderful, checking in by text to be sure we had everything we needed. The kitchen was well equipped, and all of the bathrooms had plenty of products as well. The whole family agrees this was one of our best vacations, and a lot of it had to do with the comfort of the house. The views from the porch are breathtaking!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha W.

14 June 2023

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

Beautiful!

We had the best weekend staying in this gorgeous home. Clean, well appointed, and an incredible mountain view. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

20 February 2024

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

A slice of heaven

Our family had the best time visiting this beautiful home with panoramic views. It was so cozy and comfortable with every detail thought of! Elizabeth was a gracious host and very accommodating. We could not have been happier with our selection and hope to return again!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

2 January 2024

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

Perfect Getaway

Our first time to Toxaway and this house was perfect - Private, Quiet with spectacular views. Enjoyed the fireplace every night and used the grill to have some friends over and make hamburgers. Highly recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

billy j.

8 September 2023

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

Wonderful!

This is a beautiful home offering everything any one could ever wish for. Beautiful and tastefully decorated.

Stayed 20 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant P.

31 October 2023

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

Mountain view

House was very nice and spacious. Beautiful views. House owner was very nice and helpful with check in as well as local things to do and answering any questions that I had promptly. This was a very nice place to stay and the process was very smooth.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catharine R.

6 August 2023

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

Millice Ellerbe

Absolutely wonderful! Beautiful home with a gorgeous location! Highly recommend!!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randy S.

13 October 2019

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

Simply spectacular!

This home is absolutely beautiful and the views are breathtaking! We found everything spotless with all of the essentials provided. Communication with Elizabeth was great!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lea L.

20 July 2019

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

Perfect large family getaway

This was our base camp for a family vacation, visiting relatives, doing western NC camp drop offs and more. It was a perfect gathering place, located so close to many kid friendly activities. We especially enjoyed hiking / exploring pathertown, the kids mountain top playground, Angel Falls and the new toxaway children’s nature area was amazing, our kids spend hours there exploring. The owners were attentive to our questions and needs, the house was beautiful and we loved every minute of our stay!

Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nadine H.

31 August 2019

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

Sister Getaway

This home is a treat to stay at. Gorgeous setting / clean / well stocked and plenty of room to spread out. The central living area is cozy and inviting whether it’s a morning gathering place for coffee or an evening time for wine/ games or watching a movie. Another bonus is that it is easy access to the Greystone Inn. Delightful!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

11 August 2021

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

Ritz Carlton of Lake Toxaway!

Truly an amazing property. Has absolutely everything you could possibly need. The furnishings, linens, finishes, and the VIEWS.. all 5 star. All the beds are VERY comfortable with top of the line mattresses, pillows, and linens. The pictures online do not do it justice. Better than advertised. Great communication with owner & very flexible.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

14 December 2023

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

Beautiful home

Our family was delighted with our wonderful stay in this property! We have done plenty of vacation rentals in the past, and I can honestly say this was the cleanest and most well-appointed house we have ever stayed in. There were plenty of towels. The sheets, beds and pillows were all great quality. The kitchen was well- stocked with dishes, cookware, and cooking basics. The house was immaculately clean, and the kitchen, baths, etc all seemed newly updated. The owners clearly put a lot of love into this property, and it shows. Thank you so much for making our holiday trip to visit family so pleasant and easy.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda K.

26 June 2024

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

Even better than the pictures!

This is one of those homes that takes your breath away for all the right reasons. Looking out at that stunning vista from the living room, bedrooms, kitchen, balcony - you name it - is heavenly. You feel like you’re on top of the world. The home was beautifully clean, with an extensive array of dinnerware, entertaining platters, baking needs (perfect after an afternoon picking blueberries!) plus spices, and condiments and bathroom soaps/shampoos etc. All the bathrooms were spotless. Communication with Elizabeth was excellent. She was quick to answer any queries and very helpful with recommendations for nearby hikes, restaurants, stores. My husband and I stayed with our 3 girls aged 3-7 and my parents who were visiting from Australia. They agreed that it was the most relaxing stay! We’ll be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve D., Bluffton, SC, USA

29 January 2018

Beautiful place with stunning views

My wife and I took a long weekend to go up to the mountains for a househunting trip in Lake Toxaway and found this beautiful house on HomeAway. While it was just the two of us this trip, the house is a great size for several couples or a large family, with entertaining/game areas both upstairs and downstairs. The appliances are all new, bedding was nice and new, and the kitchen was equipped with very nice pots and pans. We’ve rented many homes on HomeAway, and this is one that is even nicer than the pictures. Elizabeth and John are really good about answering questions before the rental, and left a good set of information at the house, so everything went perfectly while we were there. We will definitely rent this house again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Doug H.

21 August 2020

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

Beautiful Week

There are not enough superlatives in the English language to describe this beautiful home and it's setting. As others have said the photos do not do it justice. The Lake Toxaway community is lovely and surrounding towns of Cashiers and Highlands are quite charming but you could stay at home and never lack for anything, lots of movies, games, puzzles etc. We spent many happy hours on the deck, admiring the view and enjoying the mountain temperatures! Our group did a lot of cooking and found everything we needed including a microplane grater! Ask a question and Elizabeth, the homeowner, is back to you in no time. We have had many VRBO stays and this by far was the absolute best. Everything is First Class! If ten stars were possible this property should have it. Thank you, Elizabeth for an amazing week!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Myra G.

4 August 2023

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

Better than Home

One can tell how much care and detail has been put into making this vacation home feel even better than home. All the bathrooms were supplied with extra details like make up wipes/cloths, magnifying mirrors, lotions/shampoos, etc. The kitchen has plenty of appliances and dish ware/silverware to entertain and cook as you would at home. The TV and entertainment center were easy to navigate and had lots of options to choose from. The home was very clean and decorated like pictures from a magazine! The views from this home are spectacular! When sitting on the deck and sipping my first morning coffee above the clouds and enjoying the sky blue-pink sunrise are unforgettable!! We stayed at the place for over 2 weeks and had a couple of friends/family join us periodically. The house is well laid out with plenty of space and bathrooms that each couple had their own space. No one wanted to leave. :-) I've stayed at a couple of VRBOs in different locations and this place is definitely the tops. You will not be disappointed in staying here and relaxing in the mountains.

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack V.

22 February 2019

Unbelievable home and views

I arrived late on Friday night to join my friends and walked in to a dream home. There is such a warm and peacful vibe to the place i loved it. The living area is so spacious and comfortable we spent all of our evenings there sat in front of a crackling fire. I loved the wood and wildlife decor theme throughout the house. Lots of different backyard birds up on the walls that i had fun trying to pick out what they were. The kitchen is great, very modern, and has everything you need for a big family dinner as we did one evening. We were all able to eat together at the lovely dining room table. It wasn’t until the morning that i woke up to the unbelievable views right from my master bedroom. It looks right out on to mt Toxaway. As the light woke me i was able to watch the fog and clouds roll off the mountain to the sunrise. Hands down the best thing ever to wake up to. One morning the sunrise lit up the sky and mountain in a vibrant orange. It was really something special. The living area has just the same special views and opens up to a balcony which is something so great to go and relax on in peace, taking in the views and sounds of the mountain. During the trip we ventured out to Brevard and went to see the Looking Glass Falls before walking one of three hikes nearby. There’s hikes that suit all experience and range in distance from 1.5-6 mile round trips. The picture below is from the Falls. Once we finished our walks we visited the Oskar Blues Brewary - good people, music, beer and food. All in all the whole trip was brilliant - just a special place. I really would have loved to have longer there and will be back.

10/10 Excellent

dave c.

25 June 2018

Views that want end, an endless list of things to do and a home that leaves nothing to be desired

Here is an overview of our experiences: We spent hours on the spacious decks being awe inspired by the majestic views. We took boat rides on Lake Toxaway and felt like it was our own private lake. We took walks that were both aerobic (not much flat land) and cathartic. We visited waterfalls and scenic vistas that were hypnotic because of their grandeur and scale. We played golf on courses that were so beautiful that I forgot how bad I really am at the game. We spent hours on the playgrounds with our granddaughter seeing the world through a 2 year old's eyes. We watched storms from the covered deck as they move across the distant mountains and slowed approached us. We had wonderful home cooked meals that were prepared on the grilled and in the beautiful kitchen by want to be chefs, We played corn hole with a competitive spirit that was elevated to fever pitch equal to a major sporting event. We gathered in the spacious living area and told stories of the past and planned our futures, which includes coming back to this lovely home. When we tired of to much togetherness, we took refuge in the many places that this beautiful home had to offer. We saw wild life that spanned in size from humming birds to a meandering black bear. We slept late in incredibly comfortable beds and got up early to watch spectacular sunrises over the mountains. Most of all we stepped away from our busy professional lives to be a family. If you can't tell we loved the home, the location and all the things to see and do. The owners are friendly and attentive and truly want you to have a great time. At times I felt like they were my personal travel planner as they provided restaurant tips, playground advice and great info about the area. Elizabeth and Jon, thank you for sharing your time and beautiful home with us. BTW, I did not forget to water the flowers.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marti S.

20 October 2024

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Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

12 November 2022

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Breathtaking views, luxurious living

Our second trip to this home & the moment we walk in, my wife says, “I remembered it was lovely, I had forgotten just how lovely.” The beds and linens were remarkably comfortable with plenty of excellent pillows. The entire home was very clean. The kitchen was extremely well stocked with everything we needed for cooking all our favorite Autumn meals. The mountain views were breathtaking and ever present from all the living spaces. The living spaces were big and comfortable with ample room for us to spread out & stretch after our daily hikes. Communication with Elizabeth was easy & welcomed from start to finish. We could not ask for more from a luxurious mountain retreat. This home and its location are truly a treasure. We can’t for wait for next time!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen P.

29 October 2022

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

wonderful retreat

one of the best mini-vacations I have taken . House was outstanding, hostess thought of everything and was very gracious, views beyond belief. overall a fantastic rental.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patty J.

22 October 2022

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

Girls Weekend

This house is spectacular! The house is beautifully decorated and appointed with everything you could possibly need. The view is amazing…sunrise to sunset. Elizabeth is the consummate host and extremely responsive. We have stayed in other rental homes in this area but none more lovely. We were sad to leave and can’t wait to come back. Gorgeous!!!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth Tharp

Why they chose this property

We quickly fell in love with the area and the incredible mountain view!

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Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

Lower level Suite

Master Suite

Queen Suite

Second Master Suite

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

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