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Bishops Retreat is a charming, cabin-inspired haven perfect for relaxation. Take in gorgeous lake and mountain views from the living room's window seat or gather around the indoor gas fireplace and firepit. The home features two full kitchens, comfortable spaces including a lounge with games, curated decor in bedrooms with personal library access for guests.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 13193 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC

  • Bishops Retreat

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    Step inside this grand home and you'll feel right at home! This charming, cabin-inspired haven is perfect for coming together and relaxing, especially if you're in the mood for sitting around the firepit. The flagstone patio might be your favorite place to be - though there's also always room around the indoor gas fireplace. So many comfortable spaces fill this home, with so many spots for everyone to settle in together. Take in gorgeous lake and mountain views from the living room's window seat. The nearby full kitchen is outfitted for any chef, featuring a special coffee station, a double oven, and a prep island that doubles as a table for casual meals. The lounge on the lowest floor is the perfect place for a game night, and the second full kitchen downstairs will keep snacks and beverages coming all night. The luxuries keep coming inside the bedrooms, where guests can enjoy curated decor and comfortable beds. The main bedroom of the home includes a personal library available for guest use, in addition to an ensuite bathroom featuring both a stone standalone shower and a soaking tub. Guests of this home will be close to numerous outdoor attractions, from Mount Pisgah to the Biltmore Estate. But you'll always have a great base to return to at this home.

    SHARED AMENITIES
    Pool (Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend)
    Tennis court
    Basketball court

    THINGS TO KNOW

    Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

    Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


    Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,073 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Located in Lake Junaluska, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Balsam Spa are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Queen's Farm Stables and Waynesville Recreation Center. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are also worth visiting. Kayaking, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby. Visit our Lake Junaluska travel guide
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Lake Junaluska, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Biltmore Estate
    Biltmore Estate
    33 min drive - 53.0 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    38 min drive - 43.3 km
  • Smoky Mountains Railroad Scenic Train, adjacent to the Tuckasegee River. It is a freight and heritage railroad in Western North Carolina
    Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    53 min drive - 71.4 km
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    6 min drive
  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    3 min drive
  • Angelo's Family Pizza & Pasta
    7 min drive
  • Starbucks
    6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Lake Junaluska Golf Course and within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and Blue Ridge Health - Haywood. Haywood Regional Medical Center and Queen's Farm Stables are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, quality furnishings, and plenty of space for a gathering of friends or a planning retreat. Lake access for walking is immediately in front of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karyn J.

We loved our stay at Bishops Retreat!!

The home is beautiful, roomy and well appointed! The location is perfect too!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jo W.

Amazing Stay!

Wonderful views and location. Had literally everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David S.

A great place to stay for a sizable group

Clean and functional
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shawn E.

Wonderful house!

Plenty of space with great amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Mary O.

Girls Trip

This house was perfect for a girls trip. It is spacious with comfortable beds, great kitchen, and wonderful porch overlooking Lake Junaluska.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

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

This is an amazing home

Absolutely beautiful view of the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynne D.

Amazing House

We loved our stay, well appointed, lots of space, great amenities like a firepit and kayaks. Highly recommend.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Mountains are calling

Excellent house with all amenities... perfect location for walking to the pool, the courts and canoeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marty N.

Modern Tranquility with Amazing Lake and Mountain Views

Bishops retreat offers a large rental home that has very nice and amenities, luxury kitchen and baths, and, picturesque relaxing areas both inside and out. Very clean and well appointed vacation residence. Feels like you are enjoying a vacation in your “own” lakeside vacation lodge….and, in fact you are!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

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

Family Wedding weekend

We got married in the chapel and one family stayed for the weekend and then we stayed a couple of extra days to relax. We loved the space and layout and view. We made some great pictures at the house and front porch before the ceremony. The house was perfect for us!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Wonderful home.

A group of 9 ladies stayed here for a retreat. It was perfect for us. There was a large gathering area for us to be together but enough space to spread out also. It is beautifully furnished and well appointed with amenities. Large kitchen and fantastic porch with a lovely view. We'll be back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katharyne R.

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

Wonderful!

This was a wonderful house for our yearly trip with four old friends. The house is beautiful, extremely clean and comfortable. The kitchen is very well stocked and a joy to cook in. But, our most favorite feature of the house is the wonderful covered porch where we could sit, relax, and watch the parade of people, dogs, and wildlife as they made their way around the lake shore path!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kristy M.

Wonderful House with the Perfect Location

We really enjoyed our stay at Bishop’s Retreat, on Lake Junaluska. The listing doesn’t do the location justice. It is located right on the lake. You can walk, fish, kayak, and enjoy wildlife steps away from the front door. The house was family friendly and had everything we needed, including a canoe, paddle boards, and kayaks. The house was clean and full of neat outdoor themed decor. There’s a TON of space and it’s really cozy. We will definitely be back next year! The stove wasn’t working, but they did include hot plates to cook on. This was just a minor inconvenience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TBell F.

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

1st Family Mountain Trip

The location was perfect. We loved the 2 story cabin home. Everything was profided down to the forks and spoons. Gas stove. We absolutely loved. Plenty of room for 12 of my family members. Home was warm, nice and cozy. They only thing we disappointing, was the lake. We brung along fishing equipment and the lake was drained. I was worried when we arrived because we was unaware and had never seen anything like that before. A bit scary. I'm glad the lake will be filled with water by April for Easter. We shall make plans to return and catch some fish next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

A great fit for our extended family vacation

We enjoyed our stay at Bishops Retreat in early August 2024. Our party was composed of 8 adults (4 couples) and 4 children, and the configuration of rooms (sleeping / bathrooms / lounging) worked really well. One of the basement rooms in particular was quite large and had a kitchenette and breakfast table, though the bunk beds were not stable enough to use when we arrived. Another thing we really loved was the location - it was less than a 5-minute walk from the pool and recreation area. Other reviewers noted that the stove had issues; we are happy to report that the stovetop was fully operational and worked well. Very convenient for us, because we cooked every night. We did notice that the chef’s knives were fairly dull and we regretted not bringing a knife sharpener. A few small items would have made the stay even better: the main high-traffic areas were pretty clean but some of our party with dust sensitivities developed some mild symptoms by the end of our stay. I’m recommending that the owner perform more frequent deep cleanings of areas that receive less traffic but still collect dust, such as underneath furniture and in corners. All in all we enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend Bishops Retreat to other parties who can take advantage of the bigger space.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay here! Such great gathering areas inside and outside of the home. The location was superb. We loved walking the trails around the lake as well as just enjoying the gorgeous view. This stay was a sibling gathering, something we’ve done for many years in different locations. Everyone agreed this was our favorite stay to date.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nan Lacy L.

Great vacation spot.

We were able to relax and enjoy being with family...Just what we needed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Amazing view and location. Plenty of space

We love coming to Lake Junaluska and staying here!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn J.

A beautiful home and conveniently located. It was slacking in enough, toilet paper, soap, and the...

we really enjoyed the front porch and spent lots of time over coffee enjoying the beautiful lake. The house is really lovely.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Russell G.

Bishop's Retreat

This is a perfect house. The views are the best at Lake Junaluska.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mae P.

Bishop’s Retreat

Front porch view is fantastic! So roomy for large group! Most well equipped kitchen ever! Lots of lake equipment provided! We’ll definitely stay here again!!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Beautiful Home and Location

We thoroughly enjoyed our week in this beautiful home.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Perfect in every way!

We had 11 ladies stay here for a spiritual life retreat and it could not have been more perfect for our needs. Beautiful, comfortable, and serene!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025