Luxury Lakefront Home, Fireplaces, Boathouse, Spectacular Views of the Mountains
Lake Toxaway, Transylvania County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Luxury Lakefront Home, Fireplaces, Boathouse, Spectacular Views of the Mountains This resort-like home has one of the best lakefront setups in Toxaway with some of the most spectacular views of the lake and the mountains! Welcome to "Bear Necessities", our mountain lake home, a true piece of heaven on earth, tucked away in the Great Smoky Mountains on the largest private lake in North Carolina, wi...
Luxury Lakefront Home, Fireplaces, Boathouse, Spectacular Views of the Mountains This resort-like home has one of the best lakefront setups in Toxaway with some of the most spectacular views of the lake and the mountains! Welcome to "Bear Necessities", our mountain lake home, a true piece of heaven on earth, tucked away in the Great Smoky Mountains on the largest private lake in North Carolina, with over 15 miles of shore. Since 1903, the Rockefellers, Vanderbilts, Firestones, Henry Ford, R. J. Reynolds, President James Buchanan and Thomas Edison were regular guests and referred to this glorious private lake escape as "Little Switzerland." No expense was spared on this Extraordinary, Luxurious, Spacious, Clean, totally Remodeled and Fully Equipped property, where you and your family can make lasting memories. Make yourself feel at home with our fully equiped and well stocked kitchen, including:- AGA gas stove, - Speed cooker, - New Weber gas grill- Ice maker, - Coffee grinder and maker, - Ice cream machine, - Vitamix blender, - Food processor, - Crock pot, - Toaster,- Unlimited hot water,- 2 High Chairs (Please let us know in advance),and much more. The large master bedroom has a very relaxing king sized bed, as well as a beautiful fire place. All bedrooms have super comfortable beds and extra bedding if needed. - The master bedroom also has a nice crib for a baby or toddler. If you let us know in advance, we may provide a 2nd crib. - Property sleeps 8 comfortably, but we can also provide a few extra Air Mattresses upon request. - Unlimited hot water for your shower or bath. - Plenty of bath / beach towels for the lake. - Netflix, Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Amazon Music Unlimited, etc - 4 indoor Fireplaces. One in the master bedroom, one in the living room, one in the TV room and one on the outside patio.- Get cozy by one of these or snuggle up by the lakeside Fire Pit, while enjoying breathtaking views overlooking the lake and the mountains. Fire wood provided. - Marshmallow roasting sticks available, in case you want to make smore’s.- The home offers a laptop-friendly workspace, WIFI, printer, etc. - Family Games such as Ping Pong table, Cornhole, giant Connect 4, Chess, Yahtzee, Jenga, Monopoly, CandyLand, SkipBo, Dominos, Checkers, Poker Set, Backgammon, Cards Games, etc…- Adult / Kids Kayaks, Stand Up Paddle Boards, Canoe, Lake Toys etc complimentary. - Plenty of parking space available. This is a spectacular property with stunning views. We have many lovely places to sit and take in the beauty of this pristine place:- Front porch rocking chairs, - Comfortable and ample sitting on the outside patio, - Lounges on top of boathouse deck, - Adirondack chairs / lounges next to the water,-Hammock overlooking the lake… etcWalk a few steps down to the boathouse where you can enjoy sun bathing, canoeing, stand up paddle boarding, and kayaking. There is a launch area for the kayaks and canoe, which makes getting in and out of the lake easy - especially for kids.From our brand new private dock, you can go Swimming, Fishing, Boating, Water-Skiing, Tubing, or just cruise the lake taking in the spectacular sights.Several adult / kids Life Jackets are provided. If you find you need more, or you’d like to rent a boat, you can rent from Lake Toxaway Marine. (All boat rentals must go through lake Toxaway Marine). You are more than welcome to tie your boat on our dock. If you’d like an early Check-in or late Check out, please let us know in advance and we'll do our best to accommodate you. You will love the peace and serenity you will find here. Binoculars and a bird book for birds of North Carolina can be found in the house.The lake house is just minutes from main Highway (US 64) making going shopping or sightseeing fast and easy, unlike some properties in Toxaway that can take up to 30 min to just get on the main road. Asheville NC Airport (AVL) is about 45 min away. Greenville SC Airport (GSP) is 1 hour and 40 min away. Atlanta or Charlotte International Airports, are about 2 and a half hours away. Our location is a short drive to: - Blue Ridge Parkway, - Pisgah National Forest, - Biltmore Estates, - Chimney Rock State Park, - Gorges Falls State Park - White Water Falls & lot of other spectacular waterfalls, excellent trails and world class hiking, white water rafting & the finest golf courses nearby. Our family has created the perfect mountain lakefront retreat that we absolutely love and adore. We invite you with open arms to be our guests at “Bear Necessities”.Our goal is to help make your stay an experience of a lifetime! We manage our own property, so if there is ever an issue you can contact us 24/7. We have a local team near the house to help take care of anything you may need.P.S. For the safety of our guests, we clean and disinfect the house with restaurant / hospital grade sanitizer and CDC approved product.World class hiking trails and beautiful waterfalls all around us. We're more than happy to recommend many hikes, waterfalls, restaurants and other fun things in the area.**Please feel free ask any questions you may have.If your dates aren’t available in our calendar, please check back often for cancellations, or feel free to reach out...
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Printer
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach chairs
- Beach towels
- Kayak / canoe
- Water sports gear
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
- Fenced yard
- Fire station contact
- Hospital contact
- Police contact
Location type
- Waterfront
- Lake
- Mountain
- Village
- Rural
- Resort
- Water view
- Mountain view
- Lake view
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Water tubing
- Boating
- Paddle boating
- Kayaking
- Skiing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Rock climbing
- Rafting
- Horseback riding
- Mountain climbing
- Shopping
- Outlet shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Extra beds/cots
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Hot tub
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
- Barbecue grill
- Pet-friendly
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Mountain view
Languages spoken
- English
Beach
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Ski
- Close to skiing
Pool spa
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car required
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's books
- Children's games
- Highchair
- Children's dinnerware
- Children's toys
- Stair gate
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
- Coffee grinder
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Spices
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Day bed
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Towels provided
- Bathtub only
- Hair dryer
- Shower only
- Toilet paper
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart TV
- DVD player
- Netflix
- Streaming services
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Fenced yard
- Free firewood
- Gas grill
- Dock
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk chair
- Office
- Laptop workspace
- Printer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- 2 pets total
- Welcoming dogs only
Suitability accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Smoke-free property
- In-room accessibility
- Note from host: If you smoke outside please pickup your butts.
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In the mountains
- Near an outlet shopping centre
- On a lake
- In a village
- Near a hospital
- Near the marina
- On the waterfront
Things to do
- Kayak
- Table tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Paddleboard
- Water sports equipment
- Canoeing nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- Garden
- Property located in a resort
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Families love it for
- Kitchen, skiing nearby, games and toys, washer and dryer
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 25
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- NO LOOSE TRASH please! Please bag all trash as our: NO LOOSE TRASH please! Please bag all trash as our
Important Information
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Note from host: No extra guest unless otherwise approved.
- 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
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.
Nearby locations
- Lake Toxaway 1 min walk
- Gorges State Park 8 min walk
- Whisper Lake 12 min drive
- Whitewater Falls 16 min drive
- Lake Jocassee 43 min drive
Getting around
- Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) 52 min drive
Restaurants
- Forks Of The River 12 min drive
- Osteria Del Monte 6 min drive
- Villa Amato 11 min walk
- The Falls Cafe & Grill 17 min walk
- Lakeside Dining Room 13 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Luxury Lakefront Home, Fireplaces, Boathouse, Spectacular Views of the Mountains pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Luxury Lakefront Home, Fireplaces, Boathouse, Spectacular Views of the Mountains?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Luxury Lakefront Home, Fireplaces, Boathouse, Spectacular Views of the Mountains?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Luxury Lakefront Home, Fireplaces, Boathouse, Spectacular Views of the Mountains located?
This family-friendly Lake Toxaway holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Lake Toxaway. Gorges State Park is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) away.