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Lakefront cabin in mountains, 1 mi away from skiing/tubing!

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Sapphire, NC
  • Sapphire National Golf Club
    5 min drive
  • Hogback Lake
    6 min drive
  • Whisper Lake
    8 min drive
  • Pickens, SC (LQK-Pickens County)
    73 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.

Lakefront cabin in mountains, 1 mi away from skiing/tubing!

Rock star views from this 4 bedroom, 3 bath townhouse with massive wrap-around balconies in Sapphire Valley in the Nantahala Mountain Range -- sitting directly on 75-acre Fairfield Lake. Home has all new fixtures, appliances and furniture, including outdoor balcony furniture and dining set.

A Sapphire Valley Amenities Package is available. Enjoy the optional Sapphire Valley Resort amenities package which includes an 18-hole PGA golf course, 9-hole Redbird Golf Course, carpet golf, tennis, an exercise room, walking trails, zipline, and in the winter season there is snow skiing and tubing! Come relax and enjoy Emerald Cove!

Don't expect the rough mountain look here. Comfort and convenience await you in this upscale and tastefully appointed condo in the heart of Sapphire Valley. You'll love the light and airy rooms and the great view of the lake and mountains from the balconies and bedrooms. There is easy access to the lake and to a flat walking trail directly below the unit that surrounds the lake. There are many hikes in the area for those interested as well.

This home is perched on the side of one mountain directly on Fairfield Lake with views of Little Bald Rock Mountain and Little Hogback Mountain. It is in a community off of Highway 64 4.2 miles east of Cashiers, NC.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Nantahala National Forest. Enjoy features like an indoor pool, a gym, and a water park. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Splash around at the water park or swim in the indoor and outdoor pools
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts, a gym, and a sauna
  • Steps from Nantahala National Forest and a 5-minute drive from Sapphire National Golf Club
This vacation home offers its guests a water park, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. A spa tub, a fitness center, and a sauna are also featured at the family-friendly vacation home.

Property manager

John Ryan

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski lift privelages
  • Skiing privileges

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • A hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Paper towels
  • Ice maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • 25 steps to reach property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking OK on balconies. Please act responsibly.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness centre
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf privileges
  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Golf on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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
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.

Property is also known as

Lakefront 4 BR 3 BA Mountain Cashiers Home No Fees Owner House
Lakefront 4 BR 3 BA Mountain Cashiers Home No Fees Owner
Lakefront 4 BR 3 BA Mountain Cashiers Home No Fees Owner House
Lakefront 4 BR 3 BA Mountain Cashiers Home No Fees Owner House
Lakefront 4 BR 3 BA Mountain Cashiers Home No Fees by Owner
Lakefront 4 BR 3 BA Mountain Cashiers Home No Fees Owner
Lakefront 4 BR 3 BA Mountain Cashiers Home No Fees by Owner
Lakefront 4 BR 3 BA Mountain Cashiers Home No Fees by Owner

Lakefront cabin in mountains, 1 mi away from skiing/tubing! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving in Sapphire
It was a wonderful stay. The place felt like home and had everything we needed for a wonderful mini vacation. We cooked several marvelous meals.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a graduation celebration for my daughter 🥳🥳
Everyone enjoyed it. Plenty of things to do for us all. And plenty of privacy in the home For each group when we were all ready to retreat to our own rooms. Overall each group that came just loved the home and the beautiful scenery around and the limitless options of things to do. Great vacay for my daughter’s graduation celebration 🎉
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would love to come back!
House was very nice and well stocked with more than we needed. Very spacious, beds and linens were comfortable. Was great to walk around and explore the lake and area. Was nice to be close to Cashiers for groceries, dining etc. Very much would recommend this place and would like to come back during summer!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

6/10 Okay

Karen b.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Trash all over we had to pick up which was not ours
Good, besides the garabage outside, the inside needed to be cleaner. Linen was clean and dishes but still needed to wipe down inside
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place in Sapphire!
John from the beginning was great to work with, making sure everything was going well. The condo has a great view of the lake and we enjoyed the trail around it almost every day. My teens enjoyed the extras that Sapphire Valley Resort had to offer with the pool, fitness center, golf and zip line. The condo is comfy and is filled all the extras you look for to call it home for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Del A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Setting
Awesome
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

allan a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Place to Stay
What can I say, this is a Gorgeous and Relaxing place to stay. The owner is also the best, the was some issue on the AC when we get there but he did his best to resolve it and also to compensate he had paid for my family’s dinner on one of the great bbq place in town. The area is beautiful, peaceful and serene. One of the best vacation we had specially it’s near a lake and a lot of place to hike.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Teresa H., Atlanta, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely experience
A spacious, well- appointed home with many conveniences and entertainment just a short walk away. The owner was gracious and attentive. A lovely experience.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
View, comfort and convenience
We spent 5 days at John’s lovely townhome and had a great time. The view of the lake was spectacular and all the interior and exterior spaces were very comfortable. We were also not far away from loads of waterfalls. hikes and other outdoor activities. I definitely recommend the place.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

clare m.

Liked: Cleanliness
good location if traveling with younger kids
it is very nice being so close to the resort if you have younger kids - for $2/day you can use the resort pool (both indoor and outdoor pools) and there is a small playground there as well. In addition you can walk from the house to a small lake beach area that has paddle boats, kayaks and paddle boards for rent
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

carol r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property
We had a wonderful stay!! The location is great. So much do to around property such as fishing, paddle boats, paddle boards, kayaking and canoeing. We came for a wedding but our stay here made it a great vacation. Thank you!

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Great family townhome
Awesome place. Great scenery and plenty of space for a big family. John was very helpful and attentive. Great hiking and waterfalls in the surrounding area as well as the ski resort. Look forward to returning!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Will S.

Well furnished, well supplied property and a very pleasant owner
3 Emerald Cove is a delightful place, and I would highly recommend it for families. It’s well designed, with plenty of spaces to be in a group or to find a little solitude. The few problems we noted were not insurmountable, and we look forward to visiting again ourselves. Owner John Ryan is very pleasant and helpful — his knowledge of the area and his suggestions for activities helped make our visit even more enjoyable.

10/10 Excellent

Madlen B.

Beautiful view. Very spacious, comfortable beds. Kitchen loaded with all your needs. great location
We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 day stay. Owner was easy to work with. The house had everything you needed. Quiet , easy access to community center, the lake. We would definitely revisit again. Great place for reunions. Lots of lake activities. Community center had outdoor and indoor pool. 8 clay tennis courts. Close to restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M.

Lovely Week
Spent a week in this lovely condo with my family. The condo was clean, the furniture and decor light and comfortable. Owner definitely makes an effort for his visitors to feel at home. Lovely spot to unwind with family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jessica E.

Beautiful home... the perfect getaway!
The property was clean, updated, and stocked with everything we needed. Our family had a wonderful time, and we have already decided we're coming back very soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jordan K.

Lovely and relaxing
With 6 adults, 2 kids and a baby we had a perfect fit in this beautiful home. Everything was there and stocked up. We were able to truly relax! The view from the deck was so beautiful, especially in the morning. There was also a really cute beach on the lake with boats and things to rent as well as ice cream. This was a short walk from the house, down on the trail. We also really loved the cooler temperatures!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bob & JoFay S., St Augustine FL

Thumbs Up
I write this review with reservation. Because I want it available each time I want to visit Sapphire valley. John, the owner, wants everything convenient for the renter. He is very responding to any needs or issues. The property has great lake views and is very convenient to restaurants and shopping. We stayed there with two other couples and used it as our base camp for hiking around the area. We will be back!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

joe g.

perfect place!
this Is one of my favorite locations between my favorite towns in the mountains. we truly enjoyed this property. great views, plenty of space, clean and comfortable. convenient to everything!

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Great Place in the mountains with Great Lake view
We loved our stay at this property. Nicely decorated and well stocked. Owner has thought of everything. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

This lake house is outstanding; we hated to leave!
The lake house is a mountain dream! Each bedroom is actually a private suite, complete with full bath, large walk in closet and spacious vanity. The view of the lake is astounding! Every room has a magnificent view and the large deck adjacent to the living, dining and kitchen adds significantly to the wonderful experience. The owner takes extra care to provide most of the needed supplies, linen, towels, soap and other necessary items. He also checked on us to "see if we needed anything", this was an unexpected and delightful touch! They also provide a library of local history, telescopes and outdoor furniture. If you like the fresh mountain air, life at a quiet, pristine lake, hiking, birding or just relaxing in a beautiful environment, this is the place for you!.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Sophia R.

Relaxed Luxury in the Mountains
My group and I had a great stay at this well appointed townhome! The decor was modern and everything was clean and spacious. We also really enjoyed the big wraparound balcony and view of the lake. The location was perfect -- about a 5-7 minute drive from the Cashiers town center but you feel like you are in the middle of the forest. It is also about 5 minutes from the grocery. The owners have a lot of birding equipment and bird feeders available if you are into that. A tip- There is a nice walking path that goes around the lake about a 1 minute walk from the townhome. The walk takes around an hour and I highly recommend it. Will definitely be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

Very nice property!
My family and I stayed at Emerald Cove for three nights and had a great time. The house had everything we needed. The kitchen was well equipped, the bedrooms were comfortable and the decks were a real bonus. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2016