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Lake Life House - 1 min walk to Lake J Assembly -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy

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Lake Life...just steps from the water's edge at Lake Junaluska
Relax on the front porch overlooking Lake Junaluska!
View of lake and chapel from front porch
Firepit, outdoor seating and gas grill overlooking the lake
Large front windows offer a perfect view of lake!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lake Junaluska, NC
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Waynesville Recreation Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Single Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake Life House - 1 min walk to Lake J Assembly -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy

Enjoy sights & sounds of nature at Lake Life House on Lake Junaluska! Charming 1,100 sq. ft. 2BR/2BA steps away from the water's edge. Relax on the front porch & watch the sunset over the lake after a day of exploring Waynesville, Maggie Valley or Asheville. Complete with amenities for a long weekend or an extended stay. 5 min walk to shared pool, tennis, mini-golf, 10 min to restaurants, shops & grocery stores. Four golf courses 5-15 min away.

Eco-Friendly, fully remodeled 2BR/2BA house

DEN-DINING-KITCHEN FEATURES:
- Open floor plan with wood floors
- Large picture windows that overlook Lake Junaluska
- Queen leather sleeper sofa with gel memory foam mattress
- Dining table that seats eight
- Full-size kitchen furnished with all appliances, cookware, dishes, glassware, utensils. See "Amenities" for complete list
- Starter supply of coffee & basic spices, paper goods & soaps provided
- Separate laundry room. Washer/dryer stocked w/ starter supply of laundry essentials

BEDROOM / BATHROOM FEATURES:
- Two King beds with new plush mattresses
- Queen sleeper sofa with memory foam mattress (in den)
- 16" queen air mattress sleeps 2 extra people
- Bathroom 1 - oversized, walk-in tile shower
- Bathroom 2 tub/shower combo
- All linens provided plus starter supply of basic toiletries & paper goods

OUTDOOR FEATURES:
- Front porch seating overlooking Lake Junaluska
- Private backyard
- Gas grill, patio seating & gas firepit w/ lake view
- Outdoor fire pit

EXTRA AMENITIES:
- Desk & ergonomic chair for those on a working vaca
- 50” Smart TV with Roku, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+, ESPN+
- Secure WI-FI 227 Mbps
- Complimentary access to Lake Junaluska pool and recreation area during summer months
- Cataloochee Kids Ski Free vouchers (restrictions apply)
- Mitsubishi mini-split air conditioner/heater units for ensured year-round comfort
- Keyless door-locks
- Graco Pack & Play complete with mattress & sheets available for families traveling with a baby

Preferred dates unavailable? Message us for info about our other properties at this location:
Lake Life Upper Studio apt
Rock Wall Retreat at Lake Life (Studio apt)
Our properties across the lake:
Lone Star Retreat # 1 Studio apt
Lone Star Retreat # 3 1BR/1BA apt

***COVID19*** For everyone's protection, our housekeeping staff continues to follow CDC guidelines for cleaning & disinfecting this space.

REC CENTER / CLUBHOUSE ACCESS:
- Complimentary access to Lake Junaluska pool & rec area. Playground, sand volleyball courts, basketball courts, tennis courts, shuffleboard & putt-putt golf. Paddle boards, canoes, kayaks & tennis racquets may be rented at Lake Junaluska Rec hut. Water sport amenities available Memorial Day - Labor Day.

We live year-round on the south side of Lake Junaluska and are available if you have questions during your stay.
This is a multi-unit property with 2 studio apartments located in the stone building that sits to the right/back side of the house. These units rent separately and have their own deck, firepit and gas grills.

Paradise for outdoor enthusiasts! Lake Junaluska is a 200 acre lake that is home to bald eagles, swans, Canadian geese & more. Year-round golf, tennis, fishing (NC fishing license required) and walking/biking on the 3.8 mile paved path around the lake. Seasonal pool, paddle board & kayak rentals, mini golf, and shuffleboard. Nestled between the Great Smoky Mountains and The Blue Ridge, we’re surrounded by amazing hiking trails and waterfalls.

Just minutes from restaurants, breweries, galleries and shops!

- Waynesville 4 Mi
- Maggie Valley 6 Mi
- Blue Ridge Parkway Access 8 Mi
- Cataloochee Ski Area 13 Mi
- Cherokee Casino 15 Mi
- Asheville Biltmore Estate 24 Mi
- Bryson City 35 Mi
- Gatlinburg 59 Mi

- Located 2-3 minutes off Hwy 23/74/19. Paved roads throughout the neighborhood and fast snow plowing in the winter makes for easy year-round visits. Parking on street or in Lake Junaluska parking lot across the street. Elevation 2600 ft.

- Parking available in driveway as well as the grass median directly across from the house. If you have multiple vehicles, you may also use the Lake Junaluska overflow parking lot just below the road.

PET POLICY:
- 2 pet limit per reservation - 70 pound weight limit per dog
- $75 non-refundable pet fee
- Rentals exceeding 13 nights, the pet fee is assessed per dog
- Dogs MUST be fully housebroken
- Declawed cats welcome
CLEANING FEE:
-Cleaning Fee $125. For stays of 21 nts or more, a mid-stay cleaning required
- Minimum age for renters is 25
- Non-Smoking property
- This is a multi-unit property with 2 studio apartments located in the stone
building that sits to the right/back side of the house. These units rent
separately and have their own deck, firepit and gas grills.
PET POLICY:
- 2 pet limit per reservation - 70 pound weight limit per dog
- $75 non-refundable pet fee
- Rentals exceeding 13 nights, the pet fee is assessed per dog
- Dogs MUST be fully housebroken
- Declawed cats welcome

Minimum age for renters is 25

CLEANING FEE:
Exit Cleaning Fee $125. For stays longer than 21 nights, additional cleanings are automatically scheduled during your visit. A $125 cleaning fee will be assessed for each of these cleanings. (Frequency will depend on length of your stay. Contact us to discuss schedule before booking)

House rules regarding minor housekeeping requirements prior to check-out are posted in the house. (Such as loading/starting dishwasher, trash disposal and emptying refrigerator) If these are not followed and additional housekeeping charges are incurred by host, these charges will be charged to guest

Pool Pass - If the pass is lost or not returned, we charge a $300 fee. (This is the cost of replacing the pass that we would be charged by Lake Junaluska Assembly if our pass is lost. If you lose it, this cost gets passed along to you, NO exceptions.)

This is a smoke free property. Also, no vaping, candles or incense please

Check-in anytime after 4:00 p.m.

Check-out 10:00 a.m. ***We frequently have back-to-back guests. To be considerate of our housekeeping staff, we do not offer late check-out***

Property manager

Carolyn Walker
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

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

Pets allowed: cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
- Rentals exceeding 13 nights, the pet fee is assessed per dog - Dogs MUST be fully housebroken - Fully declawed cats welcome
Exit Cleaning Fee $125. For stays longer than 15 nights, additional cleanings are required. Contact us for details.

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
Seniors-only community.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 Junaluska

Located in Lake Junaluska, this holiday home is on a lake. Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Balsam Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Pisgah National Forest. Queen's Farm Stables and Waynesville Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lake Junaluska, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Haywood Regional Medical Center - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Waynesville Recreation Center - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 13 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Singletree Heritage Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lake Life House - 1 min walk to Lake J Assembly -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lake Life House - 1 min walk to Lake J Assembly -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lake Life House - 1 min walk to Lake J Assembly -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Life House - 1 min walk to Lake J Assembly -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Life House - 1 min walk to Lake J Assembly -10 min to Waynesville & BR Pkwy located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Blue Ridge Health - Haywood and Haywood Regional Medical Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Spring break get-a-way

We love coming to Lake Junaluska & staying at the Lake Life House. It is always clean, comfortable & like being at home. Carolyn is great to work with and goes above & beyond to accommodate her guests. I highly recommend this place for rest and relaxation.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

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

Pretty area

It was a nice place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James C.

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

Relaxed stay by the Lake.

Lovely cottage. Very well stocked. All instructions were clearly documented along with suggestions for restaurants and various sights. Location was wonderful, with lake views and mountains within the home via living and bedroom windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Temple E.

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

Great stay

Everything was excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

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

We’ll be back!

We are repeat guests at Lake Life and it never disappoints. We have fallen in love with Lake Junaluska, and this is the ideal place to enjoy all it has to offer.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

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

Pleasant week.

Appreciated being close to the auditorium!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana P.

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

Perfect Lake Getaway!

We had an incredible stay at this beautiful lake house! The location is unbeatable – right on the water, with a great view from sunrise to sunset. The house itself was clean, well equipped and just what we needed for a relaxing stay! The hosts were responsive and always helpful. This property truly feels like a home away from home. We can't wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Just an absolute perfect location on Lake Junaluska. Carolyn and Van are awesome owners!!

Super clean, convenient location to Waynesville, Maggie Valley, and Asheville, well appointed, great beds, fully furnished kitchen!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Relaxing get-away

We had a great time and are planning another short trip next month.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

MaryCatherine L.

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

Restful

Quiet, convenient, hosts made us feel very welcome
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

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

Perfect

Location was terrific; very convenient to shopping and eating. The view from the house is gorgeous, and the walk around the lake is steps away from the house. Very clean house and well stocked. We’re returning next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana P.

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

Lake Junaluska Lake House Wonderful!

Great location overlooking the lake with amazing views! House was very clean and spacious. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

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

Lake View

Awesome home with perfect view of the lake and mountains. Will stay here again!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Brandy G.

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

Beautiful views

Beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane M.

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

Great get-away

Best get-away we have had in awhile.. Plan on coming back soon. Hopefully, this place will be available.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia C.

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

Paradise

A beautiful home on the lake with mountains in the background who could ask for more!?! The home was perfect for the two of us. Comfortable beds were a plus! I hope to return again soon!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim I.

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

Come back year after year

I've stayed in this home for three or four years for an annual meeting I attend at Lake Junaluska. It's perfect! They provide all we need and then some. The location is great! I highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah W.

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

Peaceful Getaway

The house was spotless, cozy and had the best front porch and view of the water and mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

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

Perfect for Events at Lake Junaluska

We stayed at Lake Life House while participating in an event at Lake Junaluska. The location was perfect, and the house was just what we needed. We will certainly recommend it to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cooper H.

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

What a great property!

This house was perfect for a family get together as part of a family reunion! The lake is so pretty and there was so much to do. The house is convenient to everything and we loved our time in this comfortable clean house. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah F.

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

Lake View

Wonderfully outfitted and clean home to stay in. The lake view cannot be beat!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

John D.

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

Amazing views!

The property is in an excellent location, just accross the street from Lake Junaluska! The house had plenty of space and all need cooking utensils, pots pans, bowls. My only negative but it could be just us. The bed and pillows were not comfortable. Iwould highly recpmment this place
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Taylorsville family

Very nice. Nicely remodeled. Very clean. Everything worked as it should. Very comfortable! Wonderful view of the lake and mountains from the front porch!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Excellent location. Very well-appointed home. Great owners - very caring and responsive.

We’ve rented this property several times. Always clean and consistent.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy M.

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

Slice of Heaven

Clean, comfy and views to die for! The Host was always available to answer any questions. The home was clean and comfortable. Amentias galore!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Carolyn Walker

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I grew up in Murfreesboro, TN graduated from Middle TN State University and was a commercial lender for a bank for ten years. In 1989 I married my husband Van and moved to Dallas. Van is a native Texan, born in Dallas. He spent some of his formative years in Oklahoma and thus is a die-hard Sooner fan! He attended Midwestern University before enlisting in the Navy in 1969. We've enjoyed being self-employed all our married life which has given us great flexibility and allowed us to move to NC before fully retiring. I loved my years in Texas...there's truly no place like it, and it does "get in your blood". It's just so dang hot! In 2017 we followed through on a dream we've had for 20+ years. We packed it up and moved to the mountains of beautiful Western North Carolina! Call us crazy, but remodeling homes is a hobby for us. We've renovated 8 homes top to bottom since we've been married. Our vacation rental properties are among those projects. I love to dance, laugh out loud and I whistle a lot! I've been told I shouldn't sing along to the radio, but I do it anyway! I believe what comes around, goes around, and that we should all live, and let live. We both enjoy gardening, movies and playing with our beloved pets. We treasure spending time with our fabulous adult children and their spouses and love hosting happy hour with friends on our deck! Van loves firing up his Texas sized smoker and cooking for a crowd. We love Tex-Mex, sushi, walking around the lake and visiting historical places. I love soul music, Van's a Beatles fan, and we both love meeting new people so VRBO is a natural for us! Come see us and experience some North Carolina charm and beauty at Lone Star Retreat and Lake Life House and Apartments!

Why they chose this property

The Mountains are calling, and I must go! We lived in Dallas until all our children were in college and semi-independent! We'll always love Texas, but nice cool summers and the beauty of the western North Carolina mountains drew us here! Waynesville is quaint and easily won our hearts. The natural beauty and tranquility of Lake Junaluska is truly paradise!

What makes this property unique

We visited several towns in the Asheville area before we relocated. One visit to Lake Junaluska and charming Waynesville, and we were SOLD! This cute house has an unparalleled view of Lake Junaluska and the mountains. The sunsets that you will enjoy right from the front porch will be like none you've ever seen. Its truly an inspiring place to live. If you come stay with us, you'll you just might not ever want to leave!

Languages:

English

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