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Lakeside Sanctuary - Private Lakeshore | Family Friendly | Kayaks Available

Lakeside Sanctuary - Private Lakeshore | Family Friendly | Kayaks Available

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Living area | Smart TV, books

Overview of Lakeside Sanctuary - Private Lakeshore | Family Friendly | Kayaks Available

Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Marion, NC
  • Popular LocationLake James1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMcDowell County Courthouse10 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake James State Park18 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)59 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 12
Bedroom 1
    2 double beds
Bedroom 2
    2 double beds
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Common area
    1 queen bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
    Bathtub
Bathroom 2
    Shower
    Bathtub

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lakeside Sanctuary - Private Lakeshore | Family Friendly | Kayaks Available

Serene getaway with lakefront, direct & easy access to the water. Beautiful private waterfront access on Lake James!

Enjoy the peacefulness of a lakeside retreat with the luxuries of a resort. This single-story home is perfect for families and friends to get together. Under the shade of sturdy trees, you can comfortably enjoy the wonders of Lake James's wildlife and scenery in every season.

Enjoy meals using our outdoor BBQ gas grill! The outdoor dining area features a picnic table and is lit with string lights for al fresco meals any time of day. You can stargaze over a crackling fire around our cozy fire pit (with an option to include our Fire Pit kit &/or S'mores & Cocoa kit!)

All our bedrooms have spacious closet space with enough room for all your luggage. Every room also has a lake view, so you'll always have the best seat in the house. With 6 beds and enough space for up to 12 individuals, you can truly fit everyone in one place! Extra linens and beach towels are available in the unit.

The home also has a fully equipped kitchen featuring a large island with ample seating and an even larger dining table. Enjoy cooking with our GreenPan eco-friendly cookware and complete set of utensils. Don't forget about our wine fridge and coffee corner!

Washer & dryer are included and in the home for your convenience.

Additional amenities available (with notice given and may come with extra fee):
- Grocery delivery = $25 service fee
- S'mores & Cocoa kit = COMPLIMENTARY upon request
- Fire Pit & firewood = COMPLIMENTARY (stocked on site)
- Baby crib = COMPLIMENTARY (kept on site)
- Kayaks = rental available for length of stay and kept on property: $120 (2 kayaks), $240 (4 kayaks) | life jackets provided

We look forward to seeing you soon at the Lake!

Property manager

The Baker Family

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Pet fee will apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Baby crib is available upon request.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Minimum 1 month notice required!
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Beautiful one level home on lakefront

About the neighborhood

Marion

Located in Marion, this vacation home is on the beach. Historic Carson House and Museum of North Carolina Minerals are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Marion Greenway Trailhead and Buck Creek Trout Farm. Woodys Chair Shop and The Outpost are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Lake James - 1 min walk
  • McDowell County Courthouse - 10 min drive
  • Lake James State Park - 18 min drive
  • Linville Caverns - 29 min drive
  • Linville Gorge Wilderness Area - 43 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 11 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In - 7 min drive
  • Zaxby's - 11 min drive
  • Countryside BBQ - C-Side - 14 min drive
  • Mica Town Brewing - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakeside Sanctuary - Private Lakeshore | Family Friendly | Kayaks Available pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Lakeside Sanctuary - Private Lakeshore | Family Friendly | Kayaks Available?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakeside Sanctuary - Private Lakeshore | Family Friendly | Kayaks Available?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakeside Sanctuary - Private Lakeshore | Family Friendly | Kayaks Available located?

Nestled on the beach, this Marion vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake James and Catawba River. Pisgah National Forest is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it!
Great place. Well equipped. Definitely 💯
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zachary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property with a great view of Lake James
We were very impressed with the property as well as the owners. They were a pleasure to work with and will definitely work with them again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Girls Getaway
Two Aunts and four cousins connected in the wonderfully welcoming home. Roomy with well finished rooms. Big lot with full lake view..we loved spending time around the cozy kitchen and island…
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Some friends and I spent the weekend hiking, biking, kayaking in the Lake James/Linville Gorge area and the house was a perfect jumping off point for us. The inside of the house was really nice - it was clean, had enough space, and set a nice vibe for the weekend. The sunrise over the lake in the mornings was absolutely gorgeous. Maria was awesome leading up to our stay and made sure all our needs were met. We ordered dinner from a delivery service one night, and were pleasantly surprised that DoorDash/etc delivered to the house. All in all a great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful fall color experience!
Very clean and comfortable home on the lake! I was alone and felt extremely safe! I highly recommend this home for fall-color trips!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
I loved the layout of the home. Very spacious, split-bedroom floor plan. Perfect getaway for a quick trip for my parents, my daughter, my dog, and myself. We loved the backyard and the views it offered. I don't think the kayaks would have worked since they drain the lake a bit in the fall and winter, so I'm glad I didn't rent them. The property managers were amazing and always communicated promptly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

P S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Amazing place for out of town guests!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Carrie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
Beautiful house and location. Would have given 5 stars all around but road traffic was really busy, we could hear it early in the morning and just a couple of things should be fixed or replaced. House was very spacious, plenty of room to just hangout and catch-up with extended family. Lake was down at least 5 feet so fishing was poor on that end of the lake except for catfish. But overall wonderful spot to do nothing and rest.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
We had a lovely stay at Lake James! The house was perfect and we loved being so close to the lakeshore. We spent lots of time on the porch and by the campfire. The house was well stocked with everything we needed. The owners communication was clear and thorough. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a relaxing stay!
Our family loved the Lakeside Sanctuary! Amenities were wonderful for all and house was well appointed and very clean. Kayaks, fire pit, s'mores made for a great visit. Close to Lake James State Park which made for a fun activity. Host was very communicative. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023