Entire home

Dock Holiday | Private Dock on Lake James!

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Property grounds
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Check-in time

4:00 PM

Check-out time

10:00 AM

Explore the area

Map
Morganton, NC
  • Popular LocationLake James16 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake James State Park12 min drive
  • Popular LocationLinville Gorge Wilderness Area49 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)75 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Dock Holiday | Private Dock on Lake James!

This lakeside retreat offers picturesque views of Lake James with a spacious patio and yard, boat dock, and gas grill-perfect for a getaway with friends or family! With an inverted floorplan to maximize easy lake living, enter Dock Holiday on the main floor and step into an updated living with a reclining love seat and the perfect napping couch, a bedroom with king size bed and en suite bathroom (walk-in shower only), and a bedroom with twin bunk bed and trundle. On the lower level, your eyes are immediately drawn to the spacious yard and path down to the private dock. The lower level has a second living space with a cozy sectional couch, a kitchen with an eat-in dining table, and a primary bedroom with an en suite bathroom (walk-in shower only). A large patio area provides outdoor dining for 6, in addition to a wood pellet grill and cocktail table, before walking down to the private deck and boat dock to enjoy the lake.

​​​​​​​Located just 1 hour from Asheville in Morganton, this cozy lakefront home is the perfect place to get away and enjoy everything the Lake James area has to offer. Spend your days exploring nearby hiking trails like the Fonta Flora Loop in Lake James State Park or High Shoal Falls in South Mountains State Park before grabbing a refreshing craft beer at Fonta Flora's open-air brewery at Whippoorwill Farm approximately 15 minutes away. Craving a burger on your back to your lakefront home away from home? Bones Jones Burgers and Butchery is less than 2 minutes away from Dock Holiday! Take a short 25-minute drive to reach downtown Marion where you can spend your afternoon exploring the new 310 District, an indoor shopping space that's home to Toonez Chop House, Chances of Sprinkles Bakery, and several retail shops.

For dinner, head to J. Hartman's for fresh seafood and a cocktail, or McDowell Local for a handcrafted dish paired with the NC staple, Cheerwine. For view chasers, this home is about an hour's drive from the ?gorge?-ous Linville Gorge Wilderness area and the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, which offers plenty of overlooks and hiking opportunities to choose from. Don't forget that no trip to the mountains of Western North Carolina is complete without experiencing the Land of Sky, Asheville. While there, be sure to check out the hip and artsy West Asheville district, North Carolina Arboretum, and iconic Biltmore Estate. Asheville is also home to an impressive number of award-winning restaurants and breweries that you can sample in between all your activities. You're also sure to find a souvenir to remind you of your time by the lake in the mountains at one of the unique boutiques or novelty shops!

Please note: This home is NOT pet-friendly. There are 3 exterior security cameras (one over the driveway, one over the yard, and one over the patio). This home offers a private dock with an available boat slip on Lake James. If interested in renting a boat during your stay, please contact Lake James Neighborhood Store or Noah's Landing.

Property manager

Greybeard Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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, a first aid kit, 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

573125

About the neighborhood

Morganton

Located in Morganton, this vacation home is on the waterfront. Beanstalk Ziplines and Silver Creek Plantation Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit The Outpost and Bouncin' Kids. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.

What's nearby

  • Lake James - 16 min walk
  • The Outpost - 11 min drive
  • Lake James State Park - 12 min drive
  • Linville Gorge Wilderness Area - 49 min drive
  • Linville Caverns - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Fonta Flora Brewery - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Habaneros - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Coffee House Waffle Shop - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dock Holiday | Private Dock on Lake James! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dock Holiday | Private Dock on Lake James!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dock Holiday | Private Dock on Lake James!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dock Holiday | Private Dock on Lake James! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.4 km) from Lake James and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake James State Park and Pisgah National Forest. The Outpost and Linville River are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakefront
Lots of room and great location. Dock was exactly what we needed. Parking was tight.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time on the lake
It was a great time on the lake. Having the dock on the property was very convenient. The house was decorated adorably! A few maintenance issues during our stay, but the management company was quick to respond and support.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Perfect spot for weekend getaway with family! Clean, comfortable house, and great boat dock. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jean S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake James Getaway
The house was immaculate and the kitchen was well stocked. We enjoyed the patio, the boathouse and the floating dock. Unfortunately, the grill on the patio was not working properly and we had a difficult time getting our steaks cooked. The view from the house of Lake James is very nice even though it is at the end of an inlet Our biggest concern was the lack of parking. Our son-in-law had brought his pontoon, and was going to dock it at the boathouse. However, because there was nowhere for him to park his boat trailer, he had to take it out of the water and take it home. This was a disappointment. Also, if you have any mobility problems, this rental is not for you. There are way too many steps.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house close to the lake
One note is the dock provided is tricky to use since the entrance to the side dock is narrow with rocks on the side (there was a boat lift in the covered spot which was not deep enough to clear)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy N., Chapin

Liked: Cleanliness
Ladies golf trip
We were a group of 4 ladies and we rented this house because we came to the area to play golf. The house was great for this. It was newly decorated and comfortably furnished. We ate at the hamburger place nearby and the food was really good. We weren’t there to use the lake but didn’t realize that there was absolutely no view. There is access but the house is at the end of a deep cove.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Freddy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staycation at the dock
It is a wonderful place for anyone who wants to boat on lake james. The boat dock with lift was particularly useful. The only drawback is that the house is not handicapped friendly as there are steep stairs from the parking down to the top level. Our solution for future stays will be to bring our belongings in by boat as it provides a much easier approach to the entry. This is a great rental, but you need to have good legs.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice weekend getaway
The house was peaceful. The outdoor patio was a nice dinner spot. The direction sign was missing at the end of the street where all the driveways are so it took a few tries to find the house. The cove is so quiet and perfect for kayaking around. We rented a pontoon boat for a day from Lake James boat rentals and really enjoyed being out on the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023