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Lakefront Retreat Rumbling Bald | Dock, Kayaks, Resort Amenities, Easy Access

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Welcome to Daydream Inn, a peaceful, vintage lakefront home on Bald Mountain Lake in beautiful Lake Lure. Enjoy great outdoor spaces and activities including spacious deck, screened porch with outdoor dining and private dock to fish or swim from. With access to the Rumbling Bald amenities - pools, fitness center and private beach on Lake Lure - this home offers plenty of opportunities for relaxation and adventure.

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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning

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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 Retreat Rumbling Bald | Dock, Kayaks, Resort Amenities, Easy Access

Effortless lakefront living at Rumbling Bald with easy access, full resort amenities, and Asheville within an hour. Daydream Inn is a serene lakefront escape with vintage charm on peaceful Bald Mountain Lake — a non-motorized lake perfect for bass fishing, kayaking, swimming, and unplugging. Thoughtfully decorated with whimsical artwork inspired by the surrounding mountains, Daydream Inn blends relaxed lake living with access to top-tier resort amenities and nearby adventures.
Whether you’re sipping coffee on the deck, paddling across glassy water, or ending the day around the fire pit, this home is designed for easy, joyful mountain living.
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🛶 Lakefront Living & Outdoor Fun
• Private lakefront dock + floating dock
• 2 Kayaks, 2 SUPs & pedal boat included
• Spacious deck overlooking the lake
• Screened porch with outdoor dining for 6
• Wood-burning fire pit (firewood available locally)
• Gas grill on deck (propane provided)
• Excellent bass fishing (no fishing license required)
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🏡 Inside Daydream Inn
Main Level – Open & Inviting
• Open-concept Great Room with gas fireplace (Oct 1–May 1)
• Comfortable seating + Smart TV
• Fully equipped, updated kitchen
• Dining table for 4 + breakfast bar seating for 2 + porch table for 6
• Lake views from Great Room, deck & screened porch
Sleeping Arrangements
• Primary Bedroom: Queen bed, Smart TV, private bath with walk-in shower
• Bedroom 2: Two full beds + Smart TV
• Bedroom 3: Two queen beds + Smart TV
• Bedrooms 2 & 3 share a Jack-and-Jill bath
• Additional newly remodeled full bath near the kitchen
Parking for 3+ vehicles with easy access to the main entrance.
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🏖 Resort-Style Amenities at Rumbling Bald
As our guest, enjoy access to Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure (some activities additional cost):
• Outdoor pools & lazy river
• Indoor pool & saunas
• Fitness center
• Two championship 18-hole golf courses & driving ranges
• Spa & salon
• Mini golf
• Lighted tennis & pickleball, basketball courts
• Seasonal events & dining
Located within 1 mile of the Rumbling Bald entrance.
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📍 Explore Western North Carolina
Use Daydream Inn as your perfect home base:
• Lake Lure, Chimney Rock & Rutherfordton — minutes away
• Wineries, breweries, live music, waterfalls & hiking nearby
• Zip-lining & escape games within 30 minutes
• Day trips to Asheville & the Biltmore Estate, Black Mountain, Saluda, Hendersonville, Brevard, Boone & Blowing Rock
Your stay supports local businesses in Lake Lure, Chimney Rock & Western NC ❤️
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⚠️ Important Notes
• Minimum age to book: 25
• No pets | No smoking
• Linens provided
• Fishing license not required on Bald Mountain Lake
• Damage Protection included (up to $3,000)
• Rental Agreement required for all bookings

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

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
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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 and a deadlock
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.

Property is also known as

NEW Listing! Lakefront Retreat Rumbling Bald Kayaks Firepit
1927-194516

About the area

Located in Lake Lure, this cottage is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Canopy Ridge Farm and Riverside Riding Stables are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Lake Lure Adventure Company and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf. Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine and Old Fort Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and cycling. Visit our Lake Lure travel guide
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Lake Lure, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Fontana Lake in the Fall
    Lake Lure
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Such a lovely place to visit in the North Carolina mountains. #Trovember
    Chimney Rock State Park
    6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • This top of the line Equestrian Center is a little over a year old. It is already housing big competitors and is sponsored by Rolex. Right now it is free during competition season, but it probably won't be for long.
    Tryon International Equestrian Center
    32 min drive - 37.1 km
  • Biltmore Estate which includes heritage elements and interior views
    Biltmore Estate
    51 min drive - 59.7 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    50 min drive - 60.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ingles Market
    20 min drive
  • Canoe Kitchen And Bar
    17 min drive
  • Victory @ Rumbling Bald Resort
    5 min drive
  • Legends on the Lake
    16 min walk
  • Grey Hawk Bar & Grill
    23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakefront Retreat Rumbling Bald | Dock, Kayaks, Resort Amenities, Easy Access have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Lakefront Retreat Rumbling Bald | Dock, Kayaks, Resort Amenities, Easy Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Lakefront Retreat Rumbling Bald | Dock, Kayaks, Resort Amenities, Easy Access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Retreat Rumbling Bald | Dock, Kayaks, Resort Amenities, Easy Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Retreat Rumbling Bald | Dock, Kayaks, Resort Amenities, Easy Access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Retreat Rumbling Bald | Dock, Kayaks, Resort Amenities, Easy Access located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Lake Lure and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Chimney Rock State Park. Canopy Ridge Farm and Riverside Riding Stables are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Lakefront Retreat Rumbling Bald | Dock, Kayaks, Resort Amenities, Easy Access Reviews

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9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

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

Wonderful home !

We loved this area and enjoyed our mini vacation so much! Great communication by the host and the house was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Perfect Location

We enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect. We spent every night down at the dock. This area of the lake is so peaceful. My kiddos didn’t want to go home!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

Mom’s 65th Birthday

Incredible place offering beautiful lake views, terrific amenities, and plenty of room. We enjoyed using the peddle boat daily, the great kitchen with space for the whole family to help with preparation, and the multiple deck options for dining and morning coffee. We’ll definitely be planning a return visit!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally Love C.

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

Perfect

Lovely setting. Enjoyed fishing hiking kayaking and golfing while attending a wedding at resort. House was well appointed and location was perfect. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Delightful & Relaxing

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: Wonderfully peaceful place with everything you might need and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lise M.

Amazing lake house, amazing location and wonderful rental agent!

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 was one of the most enjoyable vacations my family has ever taken! The property was absolutely beautiful and well taken care of, the area is gorgeous and the agency we worked with was always quick to respond and be helpful with any questions we had. Would recommend 1000 times over!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

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

Gals Get together

It was the perfect place for our reunion. 5 HS friends met in Charlotte and stayed at Daydream House for 4 nights and we picked the right place! The house was just as described. Clean, fully equipped and right on a beautiful part of the lake. Beds were very comfortable with fresh linens and plenty of towels for the bath. We floated out on the swim dock all day and had dinner at Lake House restaurant. Hosts were very responsive. The best time!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Cam D.

We didn’t want to leave!

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 visited with my daughter and her family. There was so much to do! The kids loved the lake and fishing and swimming. The pool was amazing and very close by. Everyone had an awesome time!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita B.

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

Sisters getaway

Stayed at this amazing lakefront home for a long weekend sisters getaway. It was beautiful, clean , cozy and full of charm. The online pictures do not do it justice. From the cabin to the location and amenities the home came with was wonderful. We swam in the lake, took peddle boat out for a little ride. Kitchen is fully stocked with everything you would need to make your own meals which we did after some sun and water time in the lake. We would recommend 100 percent. Also near the town of Chimney Rock with adorable shops and good eats. Next time we plan to stay longer !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

susan f.

The Perfect Vacation for Our Family

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: Daydream Inn was a perfect fit for our family of 6 - included ages 5 to 70. The beds were comfortable and the inside was clean and well appointed with an eclectic decor that we all enjoyed. We immersed ourselves in the waterfront daily - making good use of the kayaks, sups and floating raft. Everything was in good working order. We especially enjoyed having access to Rumbling Bald amenities including the pools, putt putt golf, the waterfront and the fitness center. We are already booking for next year. Management was wonderful to work with as well.
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa P.

Wonderful Location

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: This is our second stay at this property. It is a beautiful home with everything you could possibly need , from kayaks and paddle boards to skewers for roasting marshmallows. Just pack your clothes and toiletries and you are good to go. We love the Ingall’s grocery store just a 15 minute drive and the Rumbling Bald amenities.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda U.

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

Great stay

It's a wonderful property and perfect for two families with 2 bed up and 2 down.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

roger c.

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

Relaxed and peaceful lake house.

Enjoyed the quiet small lake. Great for kayaking. Kitchen was very well equipped. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Wedding weekend

This was a perfect place to stay and relax while we celebrated the wedding of my daughter at Rumbling Bald. We especially enjoyed several days of relaxation after the big event. Loved the artistic vibe and peaceful lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

robin b.

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

scenic getaway

beautiful views, peaceful location. My husband and I stayed in the master bedroom and I had the best nights sleep in ages and would love to know the make and model of the mattress. The access to the Rumbling Bald is a definite bonus. The kayaks, peddle boat and floating dock were very much appreciated.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi L.

Great House

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: Wonderful home, great layout with beautiful view.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane S.

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

Great get away

We had such a wonderful time at your place. The house was well maintained and really cute. We enjoyed lots of laughts on the screen porch and even spent the afternoon on the dock. Thank you for sharing.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Maggie S., Wilmington

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful spot

Very pleasant stay. We did note a large grease stain in the oven and the floors were dirty. I did try to remove the stain with goo gone, but a self clean should be in order.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

laura a.

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

Amazing

We love it so much at this. We would buy it if it was available. Sue is amazing to deal with.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jonica M.

Relaxing Fun on the Water

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 enjoyed this home so much! From the eclectic touches to the amazing waterfront view. The house had everything we needed and more! The watercraft’s provided us hours of entertainment and fun. We love this area and look forward to coming back. Steve and Sue at Buffalo Junction are great to work with!
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8/10 Good

michelle w.

Dreamy vacation at Daydream Inn

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beautiful home! Loved the outside toys that they offer! Our kids loved the floating dock and the SUP boards. Not too many steps to the lake. We spent a lot of time on the covered porch, overlooking the lake. We have been coming to Lake Lure for 7yrs and always stay in a different house and this is our favorite!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Vicki K.

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

Nice getaway

The house was very clean and well stocked. Sue was extremely responsive to all of our needs. The children loved kayaking and swimming in the lake. The amenities at Rumbling Bald were a real plus especially the lazy river. Because we had unusually hot weather we were unable to have dinner on the porch so my only suggestion is to have a few extra chairs for the indoor dining table. We were six people and two had to eat at the counter. It would have been nice for all of us to sit at the table.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

BRIAN L.

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

Great with a few requests.

My requests are to put a king bed in the master bedroom so my wife and I can sleep together. There is plenty of room. Also, blinds on all the windows in the master. I had to move many things off the counters and cabinets to the laundry room to make room for our dry goods.
Stayed 12 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

The perfect vacation lake house!

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: Daydream Inn was the perfect spot for our family! We knew we wanted something lake-front with enough beds for everyone, and this spot ticked all the boxes and more. We knew it had everything we needed, but we were blown away when we arrived; it exceeded all expectations in person!Grandma was so happy to have a room separated from all the grandkids, and the young kids were thrilled to have rooms across from each other for max cousin fun!We lived on the water thanks to the floating dock, and put the paddle boards and kayaks to good use every day.The kitchen was more spacious than expected, and we were even able to host our 12 other relatives across the lake for dinner with ease.We can't wait to book Daydream Inn again next summer!
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10/10 Excellent

Gabe T.

Wonderful Lake Lure Thanksgiving!

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 fell into Steve and Sue (FIVE STAR to work with - BEYOND amazing!) via a last minute issue with a completely separate VRBO we were going to stay in. They founds us a place on the fly, and it was PERFECT - right on the lake, with all of the water amenities (an amazing overall location to boot) you could ask for. We loved it - every minute of it!