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Luxurious Toxaway Lakefront. Private Golf Club, Tennis, Boating, Hiking, Dining

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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10

Exceptional

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5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 12511 sq m

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Lake Toxaway, NC
  • Popular LocationLake Toxaway12 min walk
  • Popular LocationGorges State Park11 min drive
  • Popular LocationSapphire National Golf Club25 min drive
  • AirportGreenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.)105 min drive

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20/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful time at Cardinal Zen. The house was perfect for our group. The five bedrooms with their own bath is g...
Susan B.
Nov 29, 2023

About this property

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

Luxurious Toxaway Lakefront. Private Golf Club, Tennis, Boating, Hiking, Dining


Welcome to Cardinal Zen. Access to the exclusive Lake Toxaway Golf & Tennis Club Easter to Thanksgiving.*** Since 1903, the Rockefellers, Vanderbilts, Firestones, Henry Ford, R. J. Reynolds, President James Buchanan, Thomas Edison and now America’s Fortune 500 CEO’s refer to this glorious private lake escape as "Little Switzerland."

Extraordinary 5-bedroom 5 and 1/2 bath, 6,000 square foot lake front home with 300-feet of lake frontage. Breathtaking water views from almost every room. Professionally furnished and decorated.

FEATURES
*Private rooms for peaceful escapes
* Motouk linens and pillow top mattresses
*Gourmet fully equipped kitchen (herbs, spices, Keurig pods, professional knives and cookware)
*Lakefront 6-person saline hot tub
*Two great rooms
*5-on suite king bedrooms
*Game room
*Fitness room
*Four wood burning fireplaces
*Screened porch with stunning lake and wooded views and wood burning fireplace
*Vast, gently sloping lawn with surrounding forest and creek. Perfect for children and adults.
***Club access requires guest membership for additional fees

ACTIVITIES
Golf, tennis(clay courts), pickle ball, croquet, fitness center
Swimming
Paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing
Water skiing & tubing
Hiking (vast waterfall trails)
Fishing
Mountain biking
Horseback riding
Casual and fine dining

PRIVACY
Security cameras are only located outside the primary entrance to the front and rear of Cardinal Zen. They are not monitored and are only reviewed in the event of a security incident.

Property manager

Theresa Cannon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Massage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna
  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Boat on site
  • Golf on site
  • Gym on site
  • Heated pool on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Snow sports gear on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 5500 sq ft (511 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 30

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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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
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
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Lakefront Estate Golf Club/spa/tennis/boating/hiking/fishing

About the area

Lake Toxaway

Located in Lake Toxaway, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pisgah National Forest and Lake Jocassee. Travelling with kids? Consider Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute and Cashiers Farmers Market. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Toxaway - 12 min walk
  • Gorges State Park - 11 min drive
  • Whisper Lake - 23 min drive
  • Sapphire National Golf Club - 25 min drive
  • Whitewater Falls - 27 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mica's Restaurant - 25 min drive
  • Osteria Del Monte - 16 min drive
  • The Falls Cafe & Grill - 11 min drive
  • The Library Kitchen & Bar - 25 min drive
  • SlopeSide Tavern - 25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxurious Toxaway Lakefront. Private Golf Club, Tennis, Boating, Hiking, Dining have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Luxurious Toxaway Lakefront. Private Golf Club, Tennis, Boating, Hiking, Dining pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Luxurious Toxaway Lakefront. Private Golf Club, Tennis, Boating, Hiking, Dining?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxurious Toxaway Lakefront. Private Golf Club, Tennis, Boating, Hiking, Dining?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxurious Toxaway Lakefront. Private Golf Club, Tennis, Boating, Hiking, Dining located?

This family-friendly Lake Toxaway holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Lake Toxaway. Pisgah National Forest and Gorges State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Very nice vacation spot right on a private lake
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Cincinnati, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Thanksgiving Family Week
We had a wonderful time at Cardinal Zen. The house was perfect for our group. The five bedrooms with their own bath is great for couples/families. Lots of room to spread out in the common areas! Outdoor screened in porch with fireplace was lovely for conversation. The great room with fireplace and open to kitchen was perfect for entire family to be together for game playing while meals were being prepped. The dining room with fireplace was lovely for all our meals, especially our Thanksgiving dinner (table nicely fits 11 or 12). The kitchen table was great for game playing and quick meals. The formal living room was nice for quiet morning coffee. The primary bedroom and bath was an escape and delight! We enjoyed sitting on the dock during the day for some sunshine. And several enjoyed the hot tub both during the day and evening hours. The house sound system was excellent. All equipment met and exceeded our expectations. As you can tell, we had a fantastic time. And Theresa made everything easy! Any question or need, she answered immediately. That made for a carefree planning process and week. A few even went out in the kayaks and canoe. This house would be wonderful any time of year!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hendrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, bright, peaceful
The most enjoyed feature was the large gently sloping lawn and the dock for sitting with drinks and watching the kids on watercraft. Overall, a nice time for the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic!
Truly a idyllic setting with all the amenities close by that you could experience in a week’s time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
The property was as described in the description. Plenty of room to spread out and the kitchen was wonderful to cook in. All we needed was provided. The furnishings were more than comfortable with so much style. The beds were extremely comfortable!!! I would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C W., Orlando Fl/New Orleans La

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home on the Lake.
We enjoyed our stay in this large house on the lake. wit had a great Dock for fishing and kayaking. Caught quite a bit of Bass! Hot tub on the back porch was a big hit with the kids. House is plenty big enough for everyone to get away to their own space. All rooms very large. Very unusual pieces of woodwork and art in the house. I enjoyed walking around and admiring it all. We didn't actually cook dinner while there but the kitchen had very high end nice appliances. Quiet area. Grounds all kept very neat. The screened in porch with real fireplace was awesome. Even got to light it a few times when the weather got chilly at night. Communication before arriving was great. No problems at all. Perfect house for a large group. Oh and the Basketball goal in front of house was a hit for the boys! Great stay and would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Paradise
Beautiful home right on private lake with easy access to the dock. Pet friendly and our dogs had a blast splashing and exploring the forest paths. Private, quiet, spacious, fully stocked home with gorgeous views for working remotely while we tried to enjoy some down time. Great experience and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Very spacious home and great spot on the water to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

dawn s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Getaway!
This house is amazing. The views of the lake from every room of this spacious house were spectacular. The interior of this home was absolutely beautiful especially the works of art that adorned the walls. This home gives one a sense of peace and relaxation. There is a gentle slope from the back of the house to a wonderful dock with comfortable furniture to sit out on and take in the surroundings. We really enjoyed fishing from this spot and for those who want more adventure, kayaks and paddle boards were also provided. We arrived late our first night and Theresa had the lights on for us and relaxing music playing over the Sonos System as well as logs ready for an evening fire in one of the 3 fireplaces. This is definitely a home we hope to revisit!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Retreat
Home is lovely. Extremely accommodating for a large group. Hostess was very helpful in addressing questions and issues that arose.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022