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Modern Luxury Mountain Lakside Getaway on Lake Glenville, NC

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TV, fireplace, ping pong, stereo
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Interior
Microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 20465 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Cullowhee, NC
  • Lake Glenville
    1 min walk
  • Chattooga River
    16 min drive
  • The Village Green
    17 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Modern Luxury Mountain Lakside Getaway on Lake Glenville, NC

Modern mountain luxury awaits at this 5,000 sf stunning new construction home. Situated in the heart of Fenley Forrest, it is perched atop one of the most pristine and unique points in the center of Lake Glenville. It is nestled away in the canopy of the forest yet only a 15 minute drive to Cashiers town center and a 25 minute drive to the Main Street of Highlands. It is highly secluded yet a quick drive to all of the area’s amenities and attractions! The entry floor boasts 30 ft ceilings with a stunning floor to ceiling fireplace, an open floor plan and panoramic views of Lake Glenville. The floors are a wide plank, barn wood look, contrasted by soaring white walls curated with modern mountain artwork.

The professional chef’s kitchen is complete with a gas powered commercial grade stove that allows you to prepare a gourmet feast! It has 6 large gas burners, a 24 inch griddle, a broiler and 2 large ovens. The center island of leathered gray and white granite is so large, it invites everyone to participate, play and party in the kitchen. Flanked by 12 bar stools, it also serves as a fun spot for game night or setting up a breakfast, lunch or dinner buffet bar. Perimeter countertops are steel gray quartz. Other features include a large capacity professional series refrigerator, pot filler, microwave, dish washer, commercial style pull down kitchen sink faucet, and a large, double sink.

The laundry room has a high efficiency washer/dryer with a utility sink and ample quartz countertops for folding.

The dining room is more akin to a well-appointed banquet hall with seating for 14 at the sprawling Restoration Hardware farmer’s table. Ambient amber lighting casts a warm glow from the geometric two tiered chandelier floating above. The giant picture window is like a big screen featuring the motion picture of the swaying branches and rustling leaves of a centuries old tree. The dining room has grand sliding doors that open up to the covered upper patio’s outdoor fireplace replete with rocking chairs for conversation, aperitifs or after dinner drinks.

The master bedroom is truly breathtaking. Occupying 1,000 sf of sophisticated and secluded space with heavenly 16ft vaulted ceilings, some of the lake’s best views can be had from its 8 massive floor to ceiling windows. The white leather Italian-made king sized bed feels like a cloud floating through the treetops. For your electronic viewing pleasure, a projection television screen casts a 120” picture on the wall. A sectional sofa makes for a perfect reading nook or invite family and friends in to watch a movie or to enjoy the views in this master suite fit for a king and queen. A French door opens to the upper patio with an umbrella covered dining table for 8 and 2 lounge chairs. The master bathroom has a glass enclosed shower with dual high pressure showerheads, a rain shower in the midpoint and a steam shower. Opposite the shower is a picture window to enjoy forest and lake views while showering. An oversized Jacuzzi tub with lights and jet propulsion is ready to provide decompression and relaxation. The toilet room is separate and his and hers sinks and vanities sit on opposite sides of the bathroom. The master bedroom closet is plenty big to accommodate all of your vacation wears. It also stores a brand new queen sized mattress that can be pulled out to the bedroom for children wanting to sleep near and dear to their parents.

The main floor has a large guest bedroom with picture windows over the king sized bed, bringing the beauty of the outdoors inside. The shower is appointed with stone mosaics and a gray linen tile for a rustic modern feel.

The lower level has 10 ft. ceilings and breathtaking views of the lake. It’s bright, open and airy! There is a gas fireplace in the spacious living room, a dining table that seats 10, a ping pong table and a second full kitchen! The kitchen includes an oversized stainless refrigerator, dishwasher, full sized electric oven and microwave. The breakfast bar seats 4 and doubles as a wonderful buffet table. The 2nd sweeping patio is on this level as well as a staircase to the back yard to access the dock and lake.

The two bedrooms on the lower level include a guest suite with 2 queen sized beds, walk-in closet and beautifully designed bathroom. This bedroom has its own entrance and side patio. The bunk room houses 2 bunk bed sets. Each set has 2 twin beds and 1 full sized bed. This room could sleep 8 children comfortably. It has a walk in closet and a roomy bathroom with double sinks.

The fifth bedroom is a loft with its own half bathroom. The loft has beautifully pitched high ceilings, it's own climate control NEST thermostat and 3 full sized beds. Two of the beds roll into the wall when not in use. The loft is perched above the main floor and overlooks the living room, kitchen and dining room.

The home has Sonos, full internet, a wifi extender, at&t hub, (Verizon is the preferred carrier of the area for best reception.) It’s a smart home with remote electronic locks and climate control. There are 2 separate zones for central heating and cooling with in floor ventilation. There is an extra large Big Green Egg for the barbeque purist and an electric grill option. There is a rustic fire pit in the backyard down by the lake.

Our home has a gentle slope down to the lake making it easily accessible for all ages. One of Lake Glenville’s protected islands sits just offshore of the home’s 130+ feet of lake frontage. What a bonus! In the summertime, the water between the back yard and the island is shallow, providing the perfect swimming lagoon for children. And adults especially appreciate the balmy temperature this shallower body of water provides as the sun glistens and warms it the whole day through. During the Fall and Winter months, the water level of Lake Glenville is lowered by way of the dam. This creates a sandbar which reveals an enormous sandy beach spanning the estate all the way to the outer island. The island promises to afford countless hours of good old fashioned outdoor fun for you and your little pirates year round! There are plenty of activities in the area for kids and adults: shopping, dining, golfing, hiking, white water rafting, a sliding waterfall, photography, gem mining, horseback riding, antiquing and more.

For a luxury tropical getaway, less than one mile to the beach, check out our sister property on VRBO #1225527 located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Glenville. The vacation home offers a kitchen and 6 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 6 bathrooms
  • Steps from Lake Glenville and Nantahala National Forest
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Mark and Jennifer Payne

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Mountain biking 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 5000 sq ft (465 sq m)

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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Modern Luxury Mountain Lakside Getaway on Lake Glenville, NC Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness
nc lake house
we had an amazing time on the lake with our family. location and views were spectacular. the house has a lot of room, so everyone had their one space, and the central gathering areas are very large and accommodating for big groups
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome family experience
We had a great stay with children and grandchildren. The home was perfect with all accommodations needed for stay. The island was a hit for the grandchildren to wade/ swim over to play in knee deep water. The chairs by lake and fire pit was used for late afternoon relaxation after day on water. We ere able to hike several trails, visit waterfalls, and rent pontoon for tubing and sight seeing. The owners were very easily accessible through text or even a call at night when we needed assistance or ideation answered.I Would highly recommend this vacation spot!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W., North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake Front
Best part of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love Lake Glenville!
This house was perfect for our 4 families! We spent Labor Day weekend here. The lake is peaceful and the house has a beach that was perfect for our large group. We enjoyed the spaciousness of the house, the dock, the beach, the kayaks, etc. the hosts are very easy to communicate with and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking Views
Spectacular setting in isolated section along Lake Glenville. Spacious open floor plan with easy to use appliances. Loved the stay, it’s a steep drive for the driveway and steep walk to the lake but worth the views as a small island easily accessible by kayak or swim is right off the dock. Incredible wildlife in area as a bald eagle perched on the referenced island for several hours during the stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nat R.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised
Great view and place right on the lake. House big enough to accommodate large group.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great trip!
Property is everything you need for a large group, especially with Kids as there are spaces for everyone to spread out and do different things. The location on the lake was awesome! We pretty much lived out on the large sandbar. All around great place, great host, and great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne J.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love NC
The home was beautiful and so spacious. The pictures are completely accurate. Great week for family and friends to re-unite and get out of the Florida heat. The kitchen was so nice, it was almost overwhelming with all the chef's touches, but great for preparing meals for 16+ people. Only complaint would be there was very little tupperware storage for leftovers. Would recommend this home for large groups or multiple families. Love it!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake House
Great spot. Loved the lake for swimming and boating. Great fire pit. Even a beach and island!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cee Jaye P., Cashiers, North Carolina, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
AWESOME PROPERTY... as always!
This is our 2nd stay at this wonderful property on Lake Glenville. Everything about this house is wonderful. This trip we had multiple generations. The bedrooms were spacious and perfect. The kitchen made it easy for all of us to cook together and enjoy a meal together. The boat dock was perfect for us to dock our pontoon and have easy access for sunset boat rides or tubing galore for the grandchildren. And best of all, this house has the most spectacular view. We had a great week of relaxing, reading, and just getting to know each other again. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

harriet c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day Weekend
The house was just as described. Lovely view. Very clean, and stocked with everything you need to cook meals. Beds and pillows were very comfortable. We loved the downstairs den/living room area for the teenagers to hang out. We rented a boat from the marina daily, enjoyed the fire pit and the chairs by the lake, as well as the fireplace on the deck.. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cecil V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a long weekend
We spent a long weekend here as a reunion for six friends from high school. It was a beautiful home in a great spot on Lake Glenville. Mark and Jennifer were extremely responsive, and even came out on their boat to help us when we ran into boat problems out on the lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ed H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice view on a beautiful lake.
The nest was very spacious. It was a little too modern for us. However the kids loved it. And that’s what counts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fay S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy Place
Our family truly enjoyed our stay in Cullowhee. The owners were wonderful. They were very quick to respond to emails, very helpful, and friendly. The house was beautiful and the setting perfect. It was the perfect place to make family memories. We will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M., St Pete, fl

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Accommodations
The house was immaculate and well stocked. The kids and adults thoroughly enjoyed the house as well as the pontoon boat. Jennifer was very responsive to any request. All in all an excellent setting for family celebrations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great escape for large group
Our group of 14 had to find a new location for our annual Memorial Day weekend lake trip after our usual rental was sold. This house provided a great alternative! Jennifer was super easy to communicate with from booking through departure. The house is very spacious and well-equipped. We cooked all our meals onsite and the kitchen had everything we could possibly need. The lake access is very convenient (the walk down from the house is quite steep, but well-maintained and easy to navigate). I’d recommend this house for any group looking for a quiet escape on the lake front. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular View!
Absolutely beautiful house! The view from the master bedroom waking up in the morning was amazing! Mark and Jennifer were wonderful hosts and thought of every detail!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The magical Neat
The house was absolutely amazing. We loved every minute of our stay. The house is surrounded by so much beauty. The interior of the house is gorgeous. The best home I’ve ever stayed in. I highly recommend renting this beauty!!
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tamsen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and relaxation!
We truly enjoyed our visit to this lovely property! The views, the property, the luxury, the many fireplaces....all of it was amazing! We had a group of 17 and had plenty of space to move about. Now that it is getting cooler in the mountains, we enjoyed the weather and the fireplaces! S'mores for breakfast!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jen Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
great family getaway
This property was just what we were looking for. Central to everything, close to grocery store and restaurants. Super fun backyard for the kids to explore. Beautiful views and plenty of room.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mt Escape
It was super fab!! Owners were very accommodating!!! A++
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

John and Cee Jaye P., Cashiers, North Carolina, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Lakeside Retreat
We LOVED the house, the community, and the lake. This is exactly what we needed to escape and rest for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Brent W., Milton, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views from Amazing Property
Men's bible study group annual weekend trip. This was the perfect property for our large group. Plenty of space in different areas of the house to socialize, play games (ping pong was a big hit), and watch football and golf. Mark and Jennifer are awesome hosts. I got responses to questions within minutes. The house was equipped with everything we needed. Kitchen had all the latest gadgets with commercial grade stove and oven. There's even a green egg, which we used for steak night. The location is situated on a point on the middle part of the lake where you have long range views on every level, including the huge master suite. Beds were all comfortable and clean. The entire house was spotless and comfortable. Just a really cool place with a contemporary look. Lake Glenville is a frequent destination for us. I've rented other properties on the lake. This was one of the best. Thanks Mark & Jennifer! Looking forward to our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Salomon S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place to chill
Beautiful spacious property on the shore of the lake. Great layout for a big group that allows everyone to chill.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Annette C.

Liked: Cleanliness
THE NEST IS THE BEST!
Boat trailer issues made our trip home a bit bumpy, but nothing could dampen our moods because our week long stay at your home was so wonderful. It was perfect for my big family(adults and children). Lake Glenville is scenic, clean, and beautiful. We enjoyed being together, and there was plenty of room to escape for some quiet time. The mattress in the master suite is so comfortable! I want one just like it for myself. We had movie nights in the master suite and the living room, sometimes concurrently. The kitchen had everything the cooks of the family desired, and the outside cooking opportunities were put to good use(the smoker and the grill). The master bath shower was a huge hit with all the kids. They raced off the boat to see who could get there first! My oldest grandson questioned why the ones who took the longest showers always managed to get there first. Another grandson said the shower was actually a STUDIO! Sitting on the covered deck with rocking chairs was another plus! We sat and talked around the fire and did s’mores late at night with the sights and sounds of nature the only enhancements. The laundry room was great for our large family, and the ice maker fulfilled our ice needs. The cooler weather was surprising and welcome. The hurricane back home was no threat to us—NO WORRIES! We loved our stay! I heard several say they would not mind coming back for our next family vacation in 2022. Your house is just fabulous; the pictures do not do it justice. It superseded my expectations!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020