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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 cot
Living area

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

10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Check out the area

Marion, NC
  • Popular LocationLake James1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBear Creek Marina6 min drive
  • Popular LocationO Dears Country Diner6 min drive
  • Popular LocationPepperoni's Gourmet Pizza7 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
    Bath
Bathroom 2
    Shower
    Bath

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 sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee grinder

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Combined shower/bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Kayaking on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby

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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

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 and cats only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on 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!
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 area

Marion

Located in Marion, this holiday 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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
  • Bear Creek Marina - 6 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?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

Nestled on the beach, this Marion holiday 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. 48 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 52 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

betterhalf o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wow!! What a great place.
One of the best getaways ever! This house is everything promised, charming, sunny, comfortable and meticulously clean. I've had many vacation rentals and this house was among the best properties I've ever seen. It was absolutely amazing. The house is open, airy and had beautiful views from most of the windows and a beautifully sized deck overlooking the lake. Plenty of seating to eat comfortably outside while cooking out on the deck. The most amazing thing was the kitchen!! It was equipped with EVERYTHING you could ever want or need. This kitchen is a cook's dream, fantastic appliances, top of the line utensils, pots and pans, more than enough to satisfy any cook! It was heaven!! Beds were comfortable, linens and towels fresh and plentiful. There is cable and internet. The owner Maria was top-shelf and great to work with. She sent me all the info I needed well in advance and gave me info on local grocery stores, restaurants, etc... We were there only for a few days and she went above and beyond to add special touches to make it welcoming for us. From the moment we walked in (complimentary S’mores kit for the kids) we wanted for nothing, their attention to every detail is amazing. All amenities, furniture, the patio, kayaking equipment, privacy...everything! So well thought out and accommodating! Absolutely fabulous! I would highly recommend this property. Thank you for making our stay in unforgettable!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023