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
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Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Garden
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundromat nearby
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming cats and dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets 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 at 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!
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
Property is also known as
Beautiful one level home on lakefront
About the neighborhood
Marion, NC
What's nearby
Lake James - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
McDowell County Courthouse - 10 min drive - 8.2 km
Lake James State Park - 18 min drive - 20.4 km
Linville Caverns - 29 min drive - 33.9 km
Linville Gorge Wilderness Area - 43 min drive - 29.6 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Sonic Drive-In - 7 min drive
McDonald's - 11 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Wendy's - 7 min drive
Roma Restaurant Pizza Pasta - 17 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 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Lakeside Sanctuary - Private Lakeshore | Family Friendly | Kayaks Available?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Lakeside Sanctuary - Private Lakeshore | Family Friendly | Kayaks Available located?
Nestled on the beach, this Marion vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake James and Catawba River. Pisgah National Forest is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away.
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Lakeside Sanctuary - Private Lakeshore | Family Friendly | Kayaks Available Reviews
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The house was absolutely perfect and the host was incredibly accommodating! We had a great stay and would absolutely come back! Highly recommend staying here!
A friend and I wanted a relaxing vacation with great views and this sanctuary certainly delivered! Great area, quiet, near shopping if you forgot something, and within short drives to some beautiful hikes! Would absolutely recommend to anyone!
Wonderful lakeside with great lake view. Charming three bedroom cottage with large open den/kitchen/dining area and spacious deck. Well-stocked with everything we needed. Would happily stay there again.
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!
Beautiful house and property,had everything we needed,house is very homey,would definitely recommend,plenty of room for family and friends,convenient location
House was very nice, clean, spacious, and well stocked with everything from kitchen items, to towels, to bonfire supplies for our family of 5. Owners were proactive and responsive in the communication. View and access to the lake is great, with the shoreline mostly shaded in the afternoon and pretty quiet all the way around. We would definitely stay here again with the same group!
This home was clean and comfortable for our family and we enjoyed our stay. The home owners were very communicative to make it easy to check in and check out. We had a very nice stay. Recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing vacation.
Our family really enjoyed our time at this home! It was very clean, decorated nice and had everything we needed and more.
It is right on the lake and very private. We would recommend this home and we will be back!
Enjoyed our stay. The living area is great to spend time with family, and you can’t beat being right on the lake. Loved being able to bring our dog.
Main complaint would be that house could have been cleaner (inside and out) but other than that we had no issues.
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.
I can't say enough good things about this property. It was a beautiful home and the location was perfect. It's directly on Lake James and you could enjoy Lake James and surrounding mountains from the back deck. It's a short drive to the public marina <2 miles and a very short drive to the beach.
We loved our stay. The view of the water is incredible and we loved watching the birds, ducks, and turtles. The lake-facing backyard is very private, even though there are other properties nearby. Host was super responsive and super helpful. We would totally stay here again!
Exactly what we wanted for the week. Gorgeous lakeside location, comfortable and well-stocked home, fast WiFi, and responsive and accomodatiing host. We would definitely recommend for anyone staying in the area.
We had a wonderful stay for the week. The house was clean and accommodating, access to the lake was a breeze and the views while washing dishes and preparing meals were lovely. We will definitely rent again.
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…
The host was incredibly helpful and responsive as we planned our trip. The house was the perfect space for our group of 6 to celebrate Thanksgiving in NC. We enjoyed the firepit and used the kayaks.
We had a wonderful time! The home is beautiful and spacious. We had all the comforts of home. We enjoyed sitting outside on the deck and around the fire pit looking at the beautiful surroundings. Would definitely stay here again!