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Beautiful Lake Summit Home And Boathouse

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Huge porch overlooking the lake
Front of the house & driveway
View from the porch
Spacious living room w/ gas logs, views, and a small TV
A piano, too!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Saluda, NC
  • Lake Summit
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Green River Adventures
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Pearson's Falls
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed, 1 Crib and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Child Bed

Bedroom 6

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Beautiful Lake Summit Home And Boathouse

***In 2024, we made extensive improvements: new dock, updates to the boathouse, updates to the house kitchen, new mattresses and bedding at the main house! We have a level 2 EV charger, a new induction stove and cookware. It's always been awesome, now it's really exceptional!

This house has been a year-round home, so it has everything you need to make your stay comfortable. Designed by Ken Gaylord Architects and built in 2012 to the most exacting standards of comfort, security, and efficiency, the main house has a fully-stocked kitchen with a lake view, a dining room that comfortably seats 8, and a cozy living room with tons of natural light. The huge screened-in porch has a dining table for 8, a couch for napping, 8 rocking chairs, 2 rocking horses, and a dress-up trunk that's fun for everyone!

Most bedrooms have a lake view and expansive windows designed to maximize the cross breezes, and all have ceiling fans (though there's AC if you need it). Bedroom 1 is the master with a queen bed and adjoining bath with soaking tub and separate shower. Bedroom 2 has twin beds which can be joined into a king, and a bathroom with shower next door. The cool downstairs bedrooms can be adjusted to suit your needs: bedroom 3 can be either twin beds or a king bed; bedroom 4, which has a queen bed, can also have a crib or a toddler bed. There is a large full bath downstairs. There's a covered lanai with a hammock, perfect for curling up with a book during an afternoon shower.

The modern kitchen has everything you need, including basic ingredients and condiments, all major appliances, a gas stove, and a unique “invisible corner” picture window that welcomes in the lake views. Enjoy grilling on the propane grill next to the flower garden outside-- there is a seating area and a refurbished vintage see-saw swing, so nobody has to grill alone! Adjacent to the kitchen is a laundry and pantry area, with full-sized washer and dryer.

The living room has a huge gas-assist, wood-burning fireplace built from stones recovered from the original residence on this property, dating back to 1940. The upright piano, along with a selection of games & puzzles, books for all ages, and a TV with internet TV and DVD's cover all of your entertainment needs.

The boathouse is a quick walk down the hill. There you'll find plenty of chairs and an umbrella on the dock, a canoe for exploring the lake, and some floats. There's a basic kitchen, a half-bath, and a bedroom with two cots—perfect for kids, or anyone who wants to start the day with a refreshing dip in the lake. There is an upstairs room with screened-doors on all sides and a covered porch with a picnic table and chairs. The adjacent beach area has a large picnic table, and a second grill is available inside the boathouse for lakefront cookouts.

This house is just so comfortable-- you'll enjoy a week away from the stresses of modern life in our luxurious lake retreat!

Property manager

Katherine Saul

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Voices carry over water, so we ask you to be conscientious and preserve the quiet of our area. Please leave any used towels and sheets in the tub before you leave and put dirty dishes in the dishwasher. We have some racoons and the occasional black bear, so please clean up after grilling, and if there are too many trash bags to close the lids of the trash bins, please leave bags in the laundry room until Monday's trash & recycling pick up. We'll be nearby, so if we're in a hot or dry spell, we may ask you to allow an owner to come water the plants outside. We'll always give you notice. Dogs will be considered on an individual basis with a pet fee, and should be kept off the indoor furniture and beds, please.

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
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

Saluda

Located in Saluda, this holiday home is on a lake. Green River Cove Tubing and Tryon Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Green River Adventures and Mineral and Lapidary Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium and Elijah Mountain Gem Mine. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Saluda, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Summit - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Green River Adventures - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Pearson's Falls - 13 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Flat Rock Playhouse - 13 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Green River Cove Tubing - 27 min drive - 17.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Boon Choo Thai Express - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Janitzi Mexican Restau - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Flat Rock Wood Room - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Lake Summit Home And Boathouse pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Lake Summit Home And Boathouse?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Lake Summit Home And Boathouse?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Lake Summit Home And Boathouse located?

This family-friendly Saluda holiday home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Summit and Green River. Green River Adventures and Heartwood Contemporary Crafts Gallery 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. 26 out of 27 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

paul m.

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

Amazing

Just an amazing experience
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne M.

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

Niece’s Wedding

The house was just perfect for our weekend stay. Katherine was excellent to work with and the property is absolutely beautiful and peaceful. My family and I really enjoyed our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn J.

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

Beautiful Property

We had a wonderful stay at this great spot on Lake Summit. The home had everything we needed and some great family charm. We enjoyed the main house porch and rocking horses. We loved the unique boathouse and dock and water toys. There is a fairly steep driveway and steps to the boathouse but everything is landscaped. 4 couples slept comfortably. Thanks for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Perfect family vacation

We had the best time at Lake Summit. Such a beautiful spot. House and boathouse had everything we could need for cooking and entertainment. We spent most our time in the water or sitting on the huge porch at the house. Only left the lake one day when it rained, and even then it was hard to tear ourselves away. Absolutely no complaints. Can’t wait to come back next year.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Yates & Liz J.

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

Quaint lake home with bells and whistles

Fantastic location near Hendersonville and Saluda, lots of gear for cooking. Lake community has really cool, unique character. Home had great spaces for dining and hanging out with phenomenal views. Only negative was that most of our crew thought the beds were a little tired and weren’t comfy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Corrie M.

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

Perfect lake stay!

Katherine‘s home is so lovely! It was the perfect level of comfortability with absolutely everything we needed! Our family ranged from 18 months to almost 70 and everyone enjoyed it immensely. The location on the lake is the best you could ask for. We all agreed this was our favorite family vacation. We cannot wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Audrey C.

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

A Retreat

We had a great time at this property! The boathouse was right on the water and was so fun to spend time there. Back porch of main house was spacious and we spent 90% of our time there. Thank you for the stay! Loved reading about the property history.

10/10 Excellent

Marcia K., Atlanta

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

Perfect lake house

This property is even better than it looks in the pictures. House is stocked with everything we could need. Porch was heavenly, view of the lake was gorgeous. The paddle boards were in great shape. This was perfect for a 2-family getaway and we would definitely come back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina M., houston

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

Mountain get away

My family loved staying at this beautiful mountain home. It was well equipped with everything we needed to make our stay comfortable and easy. The front porch was a major bonus! We would definitely rent this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Len H.

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

Perfect for a family trip

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Lake Summit and your home was perfect for us. We were celebrating a big birthday and it was our first trip as a family with a our newly married children. The porch was a favorite with plenty of rockers to enjoy during morning coffee and a great table where we played cards every night. The bedroom configuration allowed each couple to have a room and bath to themselves. Love the boathouse and the paddle boards too. Everything was so comfortable and felt like home. I can not recommend this home highly enough. We hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cam W.

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

Great place

the house was well taken care of and a great place to stay on Lake Summit
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Megan D.

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

Great vacation

Nice house with everything we needed. The boathouse is fantastic with great views. We enjoyed the kayak and paddle boards.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Barbara F.

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

Mountain lake getaway

We loved our time at the mountain house over looking beautiful Lake Summit. The boathouse was an added bonus, spending time in paddle boards and kayaks. The owner was very communicative and helpful. Best VRBO ever!
Stayed 19 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

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

Absolutely perfect!

I can't say enough good things about this place. The house was perfect and offered everything we needed (and more). It is extremely well stocked and comfortable. The porch is AMAZING! Katherine was wonderful to work with. I can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Oliver L.

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

Fabulous

Perfect house for our group with 6 adults and 3 kids (10yo, 5yo, 22mo). The kids all loved the books and toys, the house is lovely, the site is terrific, and the owners were extremely welcoming and responsive. We would definitely stay here again if we get the chance!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Caroline G.

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

Great Getaway

Great location - great house - so much fun on the lake. Cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katy B.

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

Reunion weekend

We had a great time! The house was great for our needs and the lake is perfect. This is our second time staying at this property and we look forward to staying again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G., Greer,S.C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The G’s Birthday weekend

The house was beautifully appointed. The views of the lake were stunning. Only negatives were the internet was down all weekend..more of a problem for the teenagers. Also the house was described as 5 bedrooms..if the room with the youth bed had a bigger bed we would have been fine. No air in the boathouse made that bedroom and sofa bed a non option. Overall great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

susan m.

Wonderful home!

We stayed at this home during a horse event in Tryon. Had a wonderful time, the home is well appointed, beautiful views from the huge porch. The boathouse adds another fun area for relaxing at the lake. Would definitely stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D.

Beautiful and comfortable home with gorgeous views of the lake!

We had a wonderful time on the lake. While we came for a family wedding we stayed for the week and could not have had a lovelier time. The house was beautiful and comfortable, just like being at home. The views were spectacular and we enjoyed canoeing, paddle boarding and sunning. Would have stayed longer if possible and would definitely come again. ❤️👍
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

William N.

Perfect.

This house was wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great vacation spot!!

This is a beautiful lake front home. Very well equipped. The owners are very gracious and easy to work with. You will not regret one moment you spend vacationing here. Thank you for making your head me available so others can enjoy this special place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Great house!

Our family had the pleasure of staying in this wonderful home for our vacation. There is absolutely nothing that we needed that was not provided. It was comfortable, yet had all the modern amenities. We loved sitting on the porch drinking coffee in the morning and wine in the evening. The boathouse was an extra that we did not expect to be so well furnished. We look forward to returning next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Brian F.

Excellent lake summit house

This house has everything you need! Owner is very responsive with questions! Could not of asked for better experience. And yes I do plan on staying at this house again!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

Pictures do not do justice

Beautiful home.everything was awesome just a great stay. Would definitely return

About the host

Hosted by Katherine Saul

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English