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Spectacular views from modern lake front home with boathouse & pontoon available

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Unforgettable sunset views from the deck off the main floor
Huge windows and wrap around decks to capture the views
Blue stone steps leading to the entrance
All season porch with game table (poker or bumper pool) and pass thru bar
Huge boathouse featuring covered pavilion with custom bar (NEW - May 2020)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 16399 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lake Lure, NC
  • Lake Lure
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lake Lure Flowering Bridge
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Lake Lure Beach and Water Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bunk Room

4 Single Beds

Lower level bedroom #1

2 Queen Beds

Lower level bedroom #2

1 King Bed

Lower level bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

Open loft bedroom with an amazing view

2 Single Beds, 1 King Bed and 1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Loft full bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Loft half bath

Toilet

Lower level full bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Lower level full bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Main floor Powder Room

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spectacular views from modern lake front home with boathouse & pontoon available

Find more photos and videos on Instagram @lakelurecedarhouse

The Cedar house has 4,300 square feet of luxurious living space, including a sprawling loft, three private bedrooms, one bunk room, three full baths, and two half baths. The home sits high on the hill with two stories of decks, offering breathtaking panoramic sunset views over the lake and Blue Ridge mountains. If you are looking for an instagram-worthy spot, you have found it :) With nearly three acres of land, the home offers a unique combination of privacy and direct lake access.

Featuring a wide open floor plan, the fully equipped gourmet kitchen opens on to a grand two story great room. Three comfy couches, large television, and whole house speaker system adorn the great room. With double ovens, a commercial grade gas cooktop, and two dishwashers, prepping meals is easy and enjoyable. A large central island offers ample prep space and casual seating for seven. The adjoining dining room comfortably seats eight.

The sun-filled screened porch is adjacent to the kitchen. Two large windows open from the kitchen on to the bar. A spacious sleeper sectional, television, and game table round out the space. The game table easily transforms from a standard dining top to a poker or bumper pool table. A dedicated heating/cooling unit keeps the sunroom comfortable all year long.

From the great room, a spiral staircase ascends into the loft bedroom. The open loft captures the astounding views and has a private balcony overlooking Bald Mountain. A king bed, queen sleeper sofa, and daybed with trundle comfortably accommodates sleeping for six. A full bathroom with generous walk in shower and a separate half bath complete the space.

The lower level houses three private bedrooms, a bunk room, and two full bathrooms. Bedroom 1 has two queen beds. Bedroom 2 has one king bed. Bedroom 3 has a queen bed. Bedroom 4 (bunk room) has four twin beds. Two shared bathrooms are located off the central hallway. One bathroom contains a large whirlpool tub, shower, and separate toilet room. The second bathroom has a large walk in shower. Both bathrooms have large double vanities.

Out the front door of the home, a stunning waterfall and pond welcome guests. A large blue stone patio wraps around a wood burning fire pit with built in seating benches. From the fire pit, access the private wooded path to the boat house and dock. A short walk through the woods will lead you to the playground and a staircase descending to the boathouse. Alternatively, guests may choose to drive down to the boat house. Ample parking is offered.

Sitting ninety steps off the parking area, the boathouse deck offers lots of seating and lounging space. A covered pavilion with custom bar, refrigerator, ice chest, speaker system, and trash cans. Two single kayaks, one double kayak, a paddle board, and a canoe are provided. Tons of rafts including a giant 6' by 15' "island" are ready for the kids and the kids at heart. The dock is located in a quiet, no-wake cove and is ideal for everyone to safely swim and play.

Our 22' Pontoon boat is now available for our guests to rent! Separate rental agreement and rates apply. Please ask host for more details.

COMING SOON - Large playground is expected to be complete in 2024. Play area is located off the walking trail to the boathouse. It includes an elevated playhouse, two slides, swings, climbing ropes, monkey bars, and climbing rocks. Play surface is designed for safe free play with rubber tiles and comfy adirondack chairs for parents to sit back and enjoy the view :)

The Cedar house is located on the East side of Lake Lure. It is conveniently located a short driving distance from the following area amenities:
- 8 minutes to Rumbling Bald Resort
- 10 minutes to Ingles Grocery Store
- 10 minutes to Apple Valley Golf Course
- 10 minutes to Rumbling Bald Golf course
- 15 minutes to the town of Lake Lure
- 20 minutes to Chimney Rock State Park
- 30 minutes from the Tryon International Equestrian Center
- One hour from Asheville and surrounding amenities such as the Biltmore Estates, River Arts District, Pisgah National Forest, Breweries, etc.

Please note the following important terms:
- Three night minimum stay
- Four night minimum stay over major holidays
- May 26 -> September 3, 2024, May 25 -> August 31, 2025, and May 31 -> August 30, 2026 are considered peak Summer season. Minimum bookings during this time are seven nights. Check in's are on Sunday at 5 PM and check out's are on the following Sunday at 10 AM.
- Max occupancy = 16 people (including children). No "exchanging" of guests and/or outside visitors allowed. Guest count on your reservation must be accurate and any changes in guest count should be okayed by the host prior to your stay. If the guest count provided is inaccurate, the host reserves the right to charge an additional $250 per person per day. No outside visitors/vendors allowed without written pre approval from host.
- No pets allowed. No exceptions. Please note our family dogs do occasionally stay in the property; the property is always fully professionally cleaned between stays.
- No events. No exceptions. No bachelor or bachelorette parties allowed.
- You must be 27 years old or older to book.
- No smoking allowed.
- By law, you must have a NC fishing license to fish on Lake Lure.
- Waterfall is turned off during cold weather months (apx. October-March) due to risk of ice dams and freeze damage.
- Inside fireplace is turned off during warm weather months (apx. April through early October (due to risk of damages to HVAC system)
- Security cameras on premises. Security cameras are on the exterior of the home and at entry points. Cameras are within plain sight and do not have audio recordings. There are no cameras in the private quarters of the home. Any tampering with cameras may result in fines and/or being asked to leave the property immediately.

***CALENDAR CURRENTLY OPEN FOR BOOKINGS THROUGH 7/5/26 (eff. 07.12.24 at 12:00 PM EST)*** If you would like to book 7/5/26-11/30/26, please contact us.
**Due to ongoing infrastructure repairs by the town of Lake Lure, the lake will be lowered apx. 12-15' from standard water levels from December to mid April each year. Our calendar will be blocked from bookings during most of this time. Please note if booking in April, we cannot guarantee lake will be at "full pond" (normal water levels). The town will be lowering and raising the lake water levels during these months.

Property manager

Katie Miller

Languages

English

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 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
No exceptions. Our insurance prohibits guest pets.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.
Total guest count is defined as the number of individuals entering the premises during a stay. Maximum number of guests = 16. No visitors allowed.
No bachelor or bachelorette parties allowed.

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
This property uses solar energy
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Lure

Located in Lake Lure, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine and Stone Angel are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lake Lure Adventure Company and Lake Lure Beach and Water Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Chimney Rock Adventure Golf, or check out an event or a game at Tryon International Equestrian Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lake Lure, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Lure - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Lure Adventure Company - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Lake Lure Flowering Bridge - 15 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Lake Lure Beach and Water Park - 16 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 26 min drive - 16.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪La Strada At Lake Lure - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Village Scoop - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Geneva Riverside Lodging and Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spectacular views from modern lake front home with boathouse & pontoon available pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spectacular views from modern lake front home with boathouse & pontoon available?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spectacular views from modern lake front home with boathouse & pontoon available?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spectacular views from modern lake front home with boathouse & pontoon available located?

This family-friendly Lake Lure holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Lure, Lake Lure Adventure Company and Canopy Ridge Farm. Lake Lure Beach and Water Park and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shelley G.

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

Great vacation!

Great vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nan S.

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

Fabulous home!

Owner has thought of everything! Kitchen well stocked, comfortable beds, games for all ages, view of the lake and surrounding mountains spectacular! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

lynn c.

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

The Perfect Getaway

My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Miller's lovely home on beautiful Lake Lure. With a pontoon boat, kayaks, canoe,and paddleboard available to us. we were able to stay busy when we wanted to be or we could just relax on the boathouse deck and enjoy the gorgeous view. The host (Katie!) was incredibly gracious and communicative and the house provided us with all of our needs. A return trip will be in our future! L Cully
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olena N.

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

Nice place

Beautiful house.🏡
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

April C.

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

Great view of the lake!

House is massive, gorgeous, and a beautiful view of the lake. Has everything you need for the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Top Notch Family Getaway

Breathtaking views, very accommodating and comfortable. Everything stated on the website was exactly what it was and then some. A lot of thought and detail was given to all guests needs-from kitchen utensils to baby gates. There were ample linens and towels. We truly had an amazing time and made great memories! Our only regret was not booking a longer stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Beautiful home and lake

My family and I had the pleasure of spending Thanksgiving at this wonderful house. It was perfect space to cook and have quality time while enjoying a beautiful view in a cozy house. There is so much room to spread out inside and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mikell M.

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

Great Family Retreat

Great time together with family! The house was perfect. The house is well stocked with EVERYTHING you need during your visit. The pool house and playground provided entertainment for you and old. Highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen V.

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

Amazing Home!

This home was incredible! Everything we could possibly need plus more. Super clean and Brandy & Katie answered all questions quickly. We would highly recommend this vacation rental.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

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

Family Week-end get together

We had a fantastic time at this beautiful lake lure home. Lots of different places for the family to gather, enjoy beautiful views and just have fun. Extremely well equipped kitchen made feeding the crowd a breeze.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne W.

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

40th Birthday Celebration

The cedar house was awesome. Great for family and friends. We are already planning another trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

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

Best view on the lake

You will never get tired of the beautiful view. The pontoon boat was great to rent. The house has everything you would ever need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew W.

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

Lake Lure

Our family had a wonderful time staying at this property. The house was very clean and well furnished and the property manager / owner was very responsive to any and all inquiries. The playground was also a great benefit for the small children. Excellent views as well! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

ira l.

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

Miller residence on Lake Lure

Possibly one of the best family vacations we have ever taken. Katie made sure we had everything we needed to have a stress free trip. Nothing was left to chance. Highly recommend staying at their wonderful home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne D.

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

Gorgeous, relaxing lake vibes

We had an a great family vacation in Lake Lure. The house is really well done and stocked. The view is just beautiful. Wifi worked well and we had a blast cooking, hanging at the boathouse, floating, boating, and chasing after our toddlers. Thanks for the great trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Great trip!

Gorgeous view, beautiful house! Well appointed kitchen! Fabulous, fun dock! Katie was wonderful to work with and very helpful! Had an awesome trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Annabella W.

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

Spectacular!

The Cedar House did not disappoint! The views were just spectacular and the boathouse was fabulous! The owner, Katie, was very responsive when the TV went out due to a storm in the area. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Babes

The house was great! Everything was as indicated on listing and then some. Our group was impresses with cleanliness and amenities. We rent a house every year and this was voted “the best”
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

nicole s.

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

Family trip celebrating 50th wedding anniversary

Excellent family vacation. There was something for everyone to do. Supplies provided were above and beyond. Supplied with the home were paddle board, kayaks, canoe and lots of rafts. In the home, utensils, cookware and even towels were provided making the stay very comfortable and inviting.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wayne S., Columbus OH

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

Best view on Lake Lure!

Beautiful home and every detail taken care of. We love to cook family meals at the Lake after a day on the Lake and before the sunset cruise. Home has everything you need. Kitchen very well accessorized with everything you need!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cris B.

Wonderful Time

We had a wonderful time at Cedar House on Lake Lure. The house is beautiful, clean and was large enough for the 11 of us. The 5 grandchildren loved the bunk room so they could all stay together. Katie, the owner was great and responded quickly with any questions we had. I would totally recommend this place and we hope to go back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

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

More than 5 stars!

If we could give this property more than 5 stars we would! The home is in perfect condition and very well stocked. Comfortable beds, sheets and towels. The boat house is a little bit of a walk (as others have mentioned) but we were well aware and made the most of it. Would DEFINITELY stay here again. You won't find a better view on Lake Lure!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Jaymee J.

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

Voves Family Trip

The property is absolutely gorgeous! The puctures in the lusting dont due justice to the real deal. We were disappointed in the location of the playground. A real challenge for small children to navigate the rough terrain trail. Quite a trip to the lake as well. But wirth the effort. Unfortunately our weather was something to be desired. Rain 90% of the time. I did not enjoy the switchback road to everywhere we ventured. But yhsts just me. All in all, a wonderful experience. Katie, our host, was great to work with. The only complaint i got from our kids was that they found the property camera's ti be invasive considering our family is more than respectful to any house rules.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leon H.

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

Amazing location beautiful place.

Owner was very responsive. House was perfectly furnished. We could not stop looking at the views from most every room. Active Cameras inside the living room, and kitchen was a little more disconcerting than I thought. We shared our concern ahead of the booking. It’s a family retreat and this was to insure property was safe. Would stay there again.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bryan B.

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

Amazing Week

This property has it all! You can feel the love the owners put into it. The mountain views from the house rival any in the area. The lakefront boat house is on a quiet cove and has tons of toys. The house is well stocked with anything you might need and Katie was so easy to communicate with. We're taking tons of great memories with us and hope to return to the Cedar House again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Katie Miller

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Hi! We're the Millers. Nice to meet you! We understand renting a property from strangers can feel a little strange so we hope this little biography can put your worries at ease. We think we are pretty fun and are excited to share the Cedar House with you! The Cedar House is owned by four of the crazy Miller Clan: Jim Miller, Donna Miller (Jim's wife), Katie Miller Fosnaugh (Jim and Donna's daughter), and Shawn Fosnaugh (Katie's husband). The greater Miller crew began vacationing at Lake Lure in the 1960's, with the purchase of a family summer cabin. Generations of family and friends have enjoyed trips to the cabin and it is still family owned. Fast forward to 2018, we purchased the Cedar House as a place to comfortably house multiple generations of our family. It is within walking distance to our original family home and it means so much to us to be able to continue the family legacy in the immediate area. A little more about us... - Our main residences are in Columbus, Ohio. OH-IO!!! to our fellow Buckeyes. Jim and Donna reside in Worthington. Katie and Shawn live in Grandview. - Jim is a veterinarian and a Donna manages the family owned vet practice. It is a well known fact that their German Shephard named Mitchell (after Mount Mitchell) is their favorite child. - Shawn and Katie were married at the Lake Lure Inn in May of 2015. Shawn works as a financial analyst for a large pharmaceutical company. Katie works in real estate investment, owns, and manages rental properties. - We are admitted "Beer snobs." Craft beers, especially a good citrus IPA, are our jam. - We love hiking and travel. In the past few years, we have been fortunate enough to summit Half Dome (Yosemite), cross off many of the Presidential mountains (New Hampshire), and venture through Gulfo Dulce in Costa Rica. Any other questions for us?!? Please feel free to ask. The Cedar House is an amazing place and we hope to share it with you. With ♥️, The Millers

Why they chose this property

We simply love this property and the surrounding area! We have deep family roots in Lake Lure and we are so excited to share our home and love for area with family, friends and guests.

So, why this property?!? We have lots of reasons, but here are a few of our favorites:
1. THE VIEWS, the views, and did we mention the VIEWS?!? The home was built to allow views from every room and the sunsets from the deck are simply spectacular. From the moment you arrive, you will be wrapped in the breathtaking views.
2. The open floor plan is ideal for large family gatherings. Everyone can comfortably be together in the home. We have a big family who really (REALLY) likes to eat. The open kitchen with double appliances helps us feed our passion for food.
3. The home encourages FUN with whimsical touches throughout. Enjoy s'mores by the fire pit, watch the stars, and listen to the cascading waterfall. Sling some drinks through the pass through bar windows and have a memorable happy hour in the sun room. "Rock" (pun intended) your worries away in the deck chairs while listening to your favorite tunes on the outdoor speakers.
4. You will sleep like a baby here. After a day full of fun, you will nee a good night's sleep. We invested in Nectar mattresses for the beds and we regret NOTHING. They are super comfortable and promise you a great night's sleep. Additional touches like ample soft and firm pillows, throw blankets, and fluffy duvets allow everyone to customize their beds just how they like them.
5. The Views (Yeah, we know... we already said that.). Once you see them, you will understand why it received two spots on the list.

What makes this property unique

- The Views. Everything about the property was designed to capture the surrounding landscape. The home has one of a kind views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Lake Lure. Watching the sunset over the Sleeping Lady Mountain is a gift. (High five to the architect)
- The Experience. This is a custom, luxury home designed to serve multiple generations. Open spaces. Ample relaxation areas. High end beds. The sounds of the waterfall. The crackle of the fire pit. You will leave the Cedar House well rested and well fed.
- The Location. Surrounded by mountains, Lake Lure is truly stunning. The water is fresh and clean. The lake is private. The owners and residents take pride in the lake. It is a wonderful spot to clear your mind and recharge.

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