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Perched high above Lake Lure, Buffalo Shoals Lookout offers a serene retreat with mountain and lake views. Unwind in the hot tub on the covered patio or gather around the stone fire pit area. With a spacious Great Room, Home Theater Room, Game Room, and professional linen service, this home is ideal for family vacations or weekend getaways.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Lake & Mountain Views • Hot Tub • Theater • Fire Pit • Sleeps 12

  • Your Private Lake Lure Mountain Escape
    Welcome to Buffalo Shoals Lookout, a spacious mountain retreat perched high above Lake Lure with breathtaking long-range lake and mountain views. Designed for unforgettable group stays, this home blends comfort, entertainment, and outdoor living—all just minutes from top attractions.
    🎉 Limited-Time Offer:
    Stay 4+ nights and receive 15% off (automatically applied for stays through May 20, 2026).
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    🌟 Why Guests Love It
    ✔ Panoramic lake + mountain views
    ✔ Hot tub + large stone fire pit
    ✔ Home theater with reclining seats
    ✔ Game room with pool table + poker table
    ✔ Sleeps up to 12 comfortably
    ✔ Close to golf, restaurants, hiking & more
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    🛋️ Main Living Space (Main Level)
    • Bright open-concept great room with fireplace & Smart TV
    • Fully equipped chef’s kitchen with large island, double sinks & wine fridge
    • Large Dining area (10 at table + 5 bar seats)
    • 2 Queen bedrooms + full bath
    • Large deck with heater, seating, Green Egg + gas grill
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    🎬 Entertainment Level (Lower Level)
    • Private home theater with surround sound & 6 reclining seats
    • Game room with pool table, poker table & bar area
    • Bunk room (twin + full bunks) + Queen blow-up bed
    • Kitchenette + full bath
    • Walk-out patio with hot tub, lounge seating & yard games
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    🛏️ Private Retreat (Upper Level)
    • Entire floor dedicated to the primary suite
    • King bed + private deck with views
    • Spa-style bathroom with soaking tub, walk-in shower & double vanities
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    🌅 Outdoor Living
    • Large stone fire pit area under the stars
    • Multiple decks with incredible views
    • Covered patio with hot tub
    • Peaceful, private mountain setting
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    📍 Location Highlights
    • 3 minutes to Rumbling Bald (golf + dining open to public)
    • 10–15 minutes to groceries, hiking & local dining
    • Easy day trips to Asheville, wineries, waterfalls & more
    ✅ Great news: Lake Lure reopens for recreation in May 2026, and many local shops, restaurants, and attractions are already open.
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    👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Perfect For
    • Family gatherings
    • Group getaways
    • Retreats & special occasions
    • Golf weekends
    • Mountain + lake adventures
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    ⚠️ Good to Know
    • Must be 25+ to book
    • No pets / no smoking
    • Steep paved driveway (can be slippery in wet/icy conditions)
    • Rental agreement required, sent after booking
    • Linens included
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    ❤️ Book With Confidence
    Your stay includes $3,000 in damage protection, giving you peace of mind while you relax and enjoy.

    Ring doorbell camera and exterior security cameras are not in use during guest stays

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

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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 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Lake Lure, this holiday home is in the mountains. Lake Lure and Chimney Rock State Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lake Lure Adventure Company and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine and Justus Orchard. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking. Visit our Lake Lure travel guide
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Lake Lure, NC

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake in the Fall
    Lake Lure
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Chimney Rock State Park
    Chimney Rock State Park
    8 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Tryon International Equestrian Center
    Tryon International Equestrian Center
    32 min drive - 34.3 km
  • Beautiful autumn fall colors at tunnel entrance on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Asheville - North carolina
    Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
    58 min drive - 63.4 km
  • beach near Fairfield Mountains
    3 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    58 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ingles Market
    15 min drive
  • Canoe Kitchen And Bar
    11 min drive
  • Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure
    4 min drive
  • Victory @ Rumbling Bald Resort
    6 min drive
  • Garden Cafe
    18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake & Mountain Views • Hot Tub • Theater • Fire Pit • Sleeps 12 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lake & Mountain Views • Hot Tub • Theater • Fire Pit • Sleeps 12?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lake & Mountain Views • Hot Tub • Theater • Fire Pit • Sleeps 12?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake & Mountain Views • Hot Tub • Theater • Fire Pit • Sleeps 12?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake & Mountain Views • Hot Tub • Theater • Fire Pit • Sleeps 12 located?

This family-friendly Lake Lure holiday home is located in the mountains, 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Lake Lure, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Lake Lure Adventure Company and Canopy Ridge Farm. Chimney Rock Adventure Golf and Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Lake & Mountain Views • Hot Tub • Theater • Fire Pit • Sleeps 12 Reviews

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All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful place

Wonderful place to stay for a family get together. Place was very nice and large. Theater room and game room were big items. Pool table was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

The property was truly perfect with fantastic lounge spaces and close proximity to activities. We had a large group so the number of beds was great, and having so many community areas was a treat. Hosts were responsive with questions and the place had all the basic amenities you'd need. Can't wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

susan a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Loved our accommodations. The house was clean and well stocked with everything we needed and more. There was something for everyone to do without keaving the property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

VERY NICE!

Beautiful home and beautiful scenery. The house was very clean and well equipped. The whole family enjoyed their stay. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marco G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Getaway!

My close friends, family, and I were in town for a bachelor party and we loved the property! The home had everything we needed to make it feel like home and we were impressed with all it had to offer. The house was clean and well taken care of and we'd love to visit again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeb E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remarkable Time in a Special Place

We enjoyed staying at this property with my 93 year old mom. Very clean and for our purposes, perfect amenities. We enjoyed the home theatre room on two nights during our stay. Kitchen is very well appointed, and views were impressive. Loved it...love Steve and Sue Gage...and will hope to come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer break with family

The home was very nice and well maintained. Our family enjoyed the setting with the lake view and many other features. We spent our nights in the movie room and lower level playing pool, cornhole, or cards. Great place for families with plenty of entertainment in the house and surrounding area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martha O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful week at Buffalo Shoals Lookout. The house was beautiful and very clean. The kitchen was well appointed with everything in great condition. Check in and check out we’re seamless. It was also nice to have the property managers close by in case of a problem (there weren’t any problems). Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adriel d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Immaculate house with great taste

This property is one of the best vacation homes I have stayed at. Ticks all the boxes and then goes beyond expectations. Spacious, beautifully built and decorated, full of amenities and conveniences. The top features we appreciated: modern kitchen, lake views, theater room, playroom, comfortable beds.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Beautiful!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is a beautiful home - very clean with great amenities. The view is nice, and the location is very good!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bekki R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Taste of Fall

The property never disappointed- from the views from every window, the great kitchen, movie night, rocking in a deck chair to enjoying an evening campfire around the fire ring. The house surpassed the photos and descriptions posted. A perfect spot to return to! The management was well organized and made the whole process very easy on us. Bekki Reid
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ron P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

WOW!

This home was amazing! The kitchen is off the charts! The view is fantastic! The theater room is really great! We enjoyed the hot tub, the pool table and the jacuzzi. We were comfortable not even leaving the property. The fire pit was a lot of fun. We had a few day fires to enjoy. We'll definitely rent this property again! Highly recommended! The management was extremely helpful and responded to our questions immedialtely.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nicole T.

The Most Perfect Home!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had the most wonderful stay at this home. It was perfect for blending two families for a holiday. The location was picturesque. There is much to do in the area. The home was equipped with everything you could imagine - it was a dream! We loved the firepit, the multiple grills. We can't wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

More Beautiful Than The Photos!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house was amazing! So many cozy, comfortable nooks to hang out in. The weather wasn't the greatest while we were there, but the house made up for it. Our age range was 4-58 and everyone LOVED the house - especially the game room and movie theater! It was so much better than we even expected - and we have very high expectations! Well done!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Mountain Views in a Beautiful Home

We absolutely loved our stay at this pristine property! The house was beautiful, clean, and well appointed. There was nothing that we needed that wasn’t in this house. The kitchen was FULLY equipped with high-end appliances and everything you could possibly need to cook. We particularly loved having the Big Green Egg because we have one at home too so we felt at home with it. The views were amazing and the fire pit outside made for a great afternoon. One major highlight was the full movie theater equipped with a sound system that is only matched in a real theater. I cannot say enough about this property! It is a definite must-rent if you are in Lake Lure. It felt like we were the first to rent this house because everything seemed like it was brand new. We come from a tourist area in NW Florida, so we understand how important a rental group is and these property managers were amazing. They were responsive and happy to help with anything we needed from the moment we got there until the time we left! We highly recommend this rental!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

A True Gem

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This property served us very well, start to finish! Spotless, well-appointed and well-equipped, comfortable, with a convenient north-end location. The property managers were extremely kind, knowledgeable of both the area and home, and provided the correct balance of support without being over-bearing. The views, the movie theatre and game room, hot tub, and BGE kept us entertained while not on the run. The unusual heatwave kept us from enjoying the firepit. We played golf at both Apple Valley & Bald Mountain, toured the Biltmore & hiked Chimney Rock, rented a pontoon on the Lake. We enjoyed dining at the Lake House, La Strada, Victory (3x), Legends, and Black Mtn Bistro. We found the location very convenient (5-min ea) to Rumbling Bald, Apple Valley, Victory Kitchen; 15-min to south-end restaurants and Ingles grocery (btw best vacay grocery ever!); 25-min to Lake Lure Marina/Chimney Rock.When we return to Lake Lure, this will be the first home we check availability to stay! Thanks for hosting us and helping make our vacay outstanding!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joel W.

Family of 11

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: As luxury house managers ourselves, we tip our hats to Sue and Steve. Beautiful and spotless private residence with many activities to keep a family busy. Beds were comfy. Kitchen was stocked with everything, including spices. Kids loved the bunk room. Eleven of us had ample space. Super safe and secure. Easy check in check out. Wildlife was incredible by the firepit. We had a mama bear and 3 cubs visit the first evening! Deer and hummingbirds were abundant!A perfect home base to explore all the sites and attractions in the Lake Lure area.Recommend:Corn hole tournaments, s’mores by the firepit, movies in the theater, pool and poker games, coffee in the rocking chairs, cocktails on the balconies, climbing Chimney Rock, white water rafting in the French Broad, Hickory Nut FallsWe appreciate you SO much for having this gem polished for our arrival. Put us all in “vacation mode” immediately! Warmest regards!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Beautiful Home With Views of Lake Lure

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Buffalo Shoals Outlook is a beautiful, spacious house with views of Lake Lure and blue ridge mountains. We loved the movie theatre room and used the hot tub daily. The kitchen was very well equipped and a dream to cook in. Beds were comfortable and the house was spotless. Communication with the management agency was seller.Sadly, our trip was interrupted by Hurricane Helene and the terrible damage in Western North Carolina. We so enjoyed our visit to the area and hope recovery proceeds quickly for the good people who live in the area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn R.

Great Vacation Rental for families.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home well equipped with everything you could possibly need. Great location with an awesome view.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jenelle K.

Just Perfect!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fantastic time here. It was perfect for a little winter getaway. Everything was clean and well kept. Kids loved the theater room, pool table, hot tub! It was great! Would definitely recommend!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was serene and wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property and Location

Our family had a great time and will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation Spot

If you are looking for a great house that is near the lake, I highly recommend. It was just as advertised and the entire family enjoyed our stay. Plenty to do at the house and neighboring town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

No complaints! Did not find one thing to be dirty or gross!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Lake Lure

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family had the best time!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023