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Smart TV, fireplace, video-game console, DVD player
Smart TV, fireplace, video-game console, DVD player
Exterior
Property grounds
Beach nearby, sun loungers
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Sandpiper Cabin offers a serene retreat with a private beach, river access, and two lakes within walking distance. This three-story mountain cabin features a wood burning fireplace and large decks perfect for relaxing amidst nature's beauty.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

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

PRIVATE lakes/Beach/River/canoes/pet/Mountain views/Log home


STORM UPDATE--Spring has arrived and the beach is beauriful with canoes and Kayaks ready for use! Our beach and lakes are open in Riverbend. All local stores, restaurants and grocery store are OPEN. All nearby towns including,Asheville, Tryon, Saluda, Hendersonville, Columbus, Rutherfordton, Forest City are welcoming visitors! We are not yet able to get to Chimney Rock, but the opening date is the end of May. While the big lake, Lake Lure, remains under repair it remains a breathtaking backdrop for relaxation.
Come support beautiful Lake Lure!


SANDPIPER CABIN - OWNER managed. Liz Fister/Kyle Fister/ Mountain Haven Properties LLC Lake Lure
Private Log cabin in the Blue Ridge Mountains, surrounded by acres of nature and privacy! Beautiful outside area with wrap around decks. Large upper deck with rocking chairs, chairs picnic table and grill surround cabin. Lower deck with more rocking chairs and swing to relax in a quiet , peaceful setting! Watch the deer and turkeys, hike, bring the kids or dogs or both! Relax! Completely private location on a cul de sac - no other homes be seen from our cabin. Great play area for kiddies or dogs and definitely great for both!
Beautiful, private, mountain getaway nestled in the Blue Ridge mountains in Lake Lure NC within walking distance to private beach, river and 2 lakes. Beach at Lake Lure with childrens water, Chimney Rock Village, Chimney Rock National Park are all a 10 minute drive from cabin!
Three story mountain cabin located in 'Riverbend', a gated mountain community with over 3,500 acres of pristine mountain beauty. Featuring two large lakes, waterfall, and "Ole Swimming Hole"( a great part of river for swimming, fishing or tubing). Also, private Broad River access ( with small rapids) , perfect for tubing or playing. All surrounded by mountain views and abundant wildlife and fantastic hiking. The roads in Riverbend are wide, well maintained gravel roads.

-The cabin is fully furnished with all linens and towels. We have a wood burning fireplace and the cabin is surrounded by a large deck, completely enclosed, perfect for relaxing all in a secluded setting. The deck has rocking chairs, hand carved log picnic table and a swing. It is the perfect place to sit outside and enjoy the mountain air and wildlife!
Riverbend has a private beach on Mirror lake with a fishing pier and a pavilion overlooking the lake with rocking chairs,barbecue pits,and beautiful mountain views (and a bathroom) . Walk from the beach across the road to the Broad river with mild rapids and a waterfall. The river is a great place for the kids, fishing or walking the dogs. It is also a favorite spot for tubing in the warm weather!

The nearby town of Lake Lure offers many restaurants and shops surrounding the lake and on the Broad River. Lake Lure has a beautiful beach with lifeguards and a kids waterslide with a play area, a marina with boat rentals, daily boat tours, dinner cruises, river tubing, golf courses,zip lining, gem mining, putt putt and more. Chimney Rock National Park is not to be missed, with spectacular views, rock climbing,hiking,waterfalls and so much more.There are three golf courses nearby and much to see in Lake Lure including dining on the Broad River or over Lake Lure. --- Nearby is Tryon Equestrian Center ( with weekly outside shows and events and many dining choices),Grandfather Mountain, white water rafting, Sliding Rock in Brevard, Dollywood, Biltmore Estate, Gatlinburg, Asheville and more!
Winter offers Sugar Mountain ski resort with skiing, skating rink and snow tubing and is 60 miles away. Hendersonville offers snow tubing and skiing and is about 16 miles away. The newly built Tryon International Equestrian Center is 15 miles away and not to be missed for outside ( and inside) dining while watching different horse events such as polo, jumping, gladiator matches and more. Many different arena events and many different restaurants. Also "Saturday Night Lights" at the equestrian center is a fun evening with outside food vendors, live music and more.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video game console
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: any smoking will forfeit the full deposit

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Water park
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

All non family groups must be over 25. If arriving after 9 pm please let me know prior to arrival.
Pet Fee $40 per dog

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: More than 1 dog? Pls call for info 9852092007

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Any smoking will forfeit the full deposit

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

3 Story Log mountains-private Lake river pets
3 Story Log Cabin mountains-private Lake river pets Lake Lure
3 Story Log Cabin mountains-private Lake river pets
3 Story Log mountains-private Lake river pets Lake Lure
3 Story Log Cabin mountains private Lake river pets
3 Story Log Cabin mountains private Lake river pets
3 Story Log Cabin mountains private Lake river pets

About the neighborhood

Map
Lake Lure, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Lure - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Canopy Ridge Farm - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Tryon International Equestrian Center - 23 min drive - 19.9 miles
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 57 min drive - 37.1 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ingles Market - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Grey Hawk Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Canoe Kitchen And Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is PRIVATE lakes/Beach/River/canoes/pet/Mountain views/Log home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at PRIVATE lakes/Beach/River/canoes/pet/Mountain views/Log home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at PRIVATE lakes/Beach/River/canoes/pet/Mountain views/Log home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is PRIVATE lakes/Beach/River/canoes/pet/Mountain views/Log home located?

This family-friendly Lake Lure cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Lure, Lake Lure Adventure Company and Canopy Ridge Farm. Chimney Rock Adventure Golf and Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

PRIVATE lakes/Beach/River/canoes/pet/Mountain views/Log home Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.2

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 215 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 215 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 215 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 215 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 215 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sunshine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was immaculate, host was very reponsivr and everything was clean and neat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Lake Lure May 2025

Great place to stay. Wife loved it and my favorite part was not seeing another car even pass by until last day we were there. Very quiet and most appreciated. The couple times we had a question, found host most accomodating.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a beautiful cabin & the landscape was breathtaking! This was our daughter's first vacation ever (we adopted her from Taiwan last August).Our family loved the waterfall! It was our favorite.The small rapids next to it were so fun for our daughter & son to tube down. (Corn hole at the cabin was also a fun activity we loved.)The lake is gorgeous. We enjoyed kayaking/canoeing & swimming). Our 2 small dogs also enjoyed all the walks & smells on the dog friendly nature walk!) Liz had everything we needed and was quick to respond to our questions. Except for a quick trip in town and a scenic drive we never left. Even when it rained we loved hearing the sound in the cabin. Simply amazing!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Donald C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

Very enjoyable stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

christina o.

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

Great location

We had a great time getting away from everything and spending time together as a family!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allie S.

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

Charming

Enjoyed our stay. Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristin B.

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

Family getaway

We spent a 3 day weekend for a family trip. We really enjoyed the location. “Neighborhood “ had a wonderful river area with picnic tables we enjoyed. House was very remote. Loved the deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beverly G.

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

Great stay

The cabin was in a beautiful, quiet mountain neighborhood. We were greeted by deer upon arrival. We brought our two smalls dogs who loved the river and mountain trail. We were very happy with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

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

Quaint secluded cabin!

Loved the privacy and surrounding wilderness! Even got to see a black bear walk right in front by the kitchen window!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin D.

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

Great time

Great time
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan T.

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

Cozy and quaint

This was a beautiful cabin! Very well taken care of and felt like home. It was hard to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

D A B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

North Carolina cabin

Beautiful area, great private lake, steep winding roads to walk to the lake, cabin was nice , lacking a few items such as hot pads for the oven and only 2 towels for the beach, steep basement stairs but all and all great place to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Grate outdoor escape experience

Nice couzy cabin in the forest area. The closest lake is a 15 minute walk or 5 minute drive. Lots of activities aroind such as rafting, ziplining, hiking and much more. All apliences are old but in working condition. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Nice, secluded property near Lake Lure

We had a great time staying at this property. It was secluded and quiet at the cabin but still close to Lake Lure, Chimney Rock and nearby attractions. Small Beach and swimming hole on the property were great for the grandkids. We had a small black bear walk past the cabin one evening which was real neat to see.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

James N.

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

Wonderful mountain getaway with family

My family had a wonderful time here! We appreciate Liz with her help and responding to our questions. The property was clean and exactly the getaway style we were looking for. A little tricky getting to the property but just read the instructions closely. Our kids enjoyed the experience and we will absolutely keep this property on our favorite list!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Family getaway

We were looking for a quiet escape to relax and found it here. There were a lot of activities available but our goal was quiet and rest. We enjoyed the peaceful setting and the coziness of the charming house. The owners were very kind . We loved walking in and seeing the holiday decorations too. It made for a really warm welcome.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

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

Cozy cabin

The cabin was perfect for celebrating New Year, very cozy and with a wood burning fireplace. Although there are neighbors along the road up the mountain, you can’t see the other houses from this cabin. We enjoyed the kid friendly hiking trails nearby, shopping in Chimney Rock Village and the local restaurants. Asheville and Greenville are located within an hour from the cabin and we visited there too. Overall we enjoyed the area and will go back in the summer next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Excellent Stay - Even the Bear likes the place

A perfect location and quiet. Very peaceful and a very nice cabin and property. Excellent! Plenty of solitude and nature. Had a bear drop by for a visit. Deer, wild turkeys, coyotes and ravens and woodpeckers. The area was beautiful with nice trails and roads. The lake was gorgeous as well. Will definitely be back for more stays. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Emily A.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We wanted to come support the community of Lake Lure and Chimney Rock after the hurricane. We knew that much of the town would not be open, but chose to come regardless. Unfortunately, the property was filthy. Mold, mildew, dust, & dead animals in the home. My daughter has a dust mite allergy, so we left early. I was absolutely disgusted by the overall condition of the cabin. We found towels & bath mats still in the washer days after arrival. A rancid smell presented itself a few days in, property owners were called, we were told it would go away. The home has air conditioning listed as a feature, there is no air conditioning in the upstairs bedrooms, the heat was unbearable during the day. The basement is so damp the humidifier needed to be emptied daily. The smell was awful, even before the stench of a dead animal arrived. Kitchen supplies were old and broken. We could not find baking sheets, then the bottom drawer of the oven wouldn’t shut, my husband removed & found all the baking sheets, covered in filth. It looked like the range had not been cleaned behind in years. The property owners were very misleading about the condition of the amenities. We brought our dogs, and planned on walking trails and swimming in the river. We were never informed by the property owners that the river was contaminated. Thank goodness a local resident warned us before we risked our children & pets. Riverbend is a lovely community, we will visit again, just not at this property.
Inside cabinets
Floor and baseboard covered in a thick layer of dust.
Thick layer of dust on the bed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roberta S.

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

Everything we expected and more

We could not have had a better 44th anniversary!! Liz Fister and her husband are just wonderful host and hostess. They confirmed at check in we had everything for our stay and made sure they would be available anytime if we needed them... exceptional stay for comfort and a restful serene environment... thank you Mr and Mrs Fister!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020

2/10 Terrible

ReLeah L.

Needs TLC

This cabin needs some updates, a thorough cleaning, and some TLC. It is not safe for elderly or small children.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

6/10 Okay

Michael A., Punta Gorda, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Nice, but...

Nice place & decorating But stairs were treacherous! DVD not hooked up, TV very basic. Owners were very non communicating. Check out at 10:am with owners hovering to watch.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Beth H.

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

Great mountain retreat

Cabin was very comfortable and as advertised. We saw lots of deer and had a beautiful private location. The four stars versus five is because of a couple of small items. 1. A warning that the stairs are steep should be noted in the listing. 2. The grill needs to be replaced, it is very worn out. I would return, but not with my family member who had difficulty with the stairs. Enjoyed the area and the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

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

Perfect

This is the cutest cabin! It is the quintessential cabin in the mountains/woods. With the bear theme and the beautifully carved bears it reminded my daughters of Goldilocks and the three bears. The cabin is very private with big decks. We enjoyed evenings on the decks and the kids and the dogs played outside in the yard and woods where we could see them. We did some early morning hikes down to the river area and lake. We drove down to the beach since we had a lot of beach stuff and tubes. The cabin was clean and well taken care of. The older kids loved the basement bedroom with their own deck. To sum it up, just a very special, quaint home surrounded by a beautiful area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Quiet, wooded setting

We celebrated our 50th anniversary with our adult children in the cabin. It was a quiet, wooded setting which was exactly what we wanted. The cabin was very clean, and had everything that we needed. Liz answered all our questions and was very helpful. We enjoyed Chimney Rock Village and a trip to the Tryon International Equestrian Center for a free show jumping event. We did learn that if you put the address of the cabin into Google driving directions, it will direct you to a secondary, unmanned gate. Instead, you can enter 6837 U.S. Hwy. 64-74a, Lake Lure. NC. Then you can enter the cabin address from there. Our stay was very enjoyable, and we would stay again if we are back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019