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Relaxing Getaway
Riverbend Retreat at Lake Lure
A recently updated Mountain Cabin w/ a Hot Tub, Private Beach & Lake
Just Minutes to Lake Lure and Chimney Rock
3 bedroom · 2.5 bath · Up to 8 Guests
Looking for the perfect cabin getaway to escape the rush of daily life? Nestled in a quiet Lake Lure community, with a hot tub, private lake, beach, river access and waterfall; Riverbend Retreat is just the place!
Recently updated, we've redesigned this log cabin with modern touches while still keeping the classic cozy feel.
While you'll feel miles from anywhere, you're still minutes away from all that Lake Lure and Chimney Rock has to offer. Book your quiet escape today - you deserve it!
Carolyn & Mark; Airbnb Superhosts
Enjoy a vacation in the mountains
Whether you want to "stay-in" for your entire vacation time and enjoy the hot tub, game room, movie room; the community private lake, beach, river access for tubing, waterfall & picnic tables and shelters; or explore the area for hiking, sightseeing, cool little mountain towns and many other options - this is the place!
Enjoy the covered front porch with your morning coffee in one of our rockers, or sit out back in a lounger at sunset filtering through the trees on the brand new deck.
Inside, enjoy the fun of our foosball table, air hockey and other games; or watch a movie in surround sound in our mini-theatre room!
Whimsical lighting surrounds the exterior for outdoor night time enjoyment, and for arriving at night (or after a late dinner) you'll find the house number signs illuminated as well as your path up to the front or back door - so everything is easy to find!
Cozy and comfy log cabin
On the main floor, the front door and the back door to the deck are opposite each other and both have screen doors; these are great to leave open and feel the mountain breezes come through the cabin. The vaulted ceilings give the space a roomy feel & there is plenty of lighting throughout.
The interior has been updated to feel more modern and bright but still feel like a cozy cabin hideaway in the woods. Reading lights for each bedroom are adjustable for color temperature to your liking, as well as the corner lights in the living area. 4K TVs in the living room and master bedroom too, to settle in to stream a movie for the night.
And last but not least, Riverbend Retreat is pet friendly! Our dog (Rocket) has provided some of his favorite toys and treats to share. There is a dog bed and mat for food bowls if you need it, a PFD for a medium size dog, and a towel for drying off at the river or swimming hole.
Outdoor living surrounded by a quiet forest
Enjoy sunrise from the front porch, and sunset from the back deck. String lights abound to illuminate quiet evenings outside.
And whether at our outside patio table, sun loungers, soaking in the hot tub, or relaxing at the fire pit, you'll love to sit outside and watch the fireflies in the quiet of the woods.
Enjoy the private beach, lake and river access for all the outdoor fun!
The centerpiece of our community is all the centrally located outdoor amenities! Private beach & lake for swimming, paddling, or just floating and enjoying the view. River access for tubing and a separate (dog friendly!) swimming hole too with its own beach. There are picnic tables and shelters all around, and even a large community pavilion right next to the beach with restrooms too.
You'll love fall here too! Our favorite: Sitting in the rocking chairs on the pavilion deck, enjoying a view of the mountains over the lake & the changing leaves all around.
Why mess with all the tourists at the public access points of Lake Lure when you can have your own private amenities, all to yourself?
ATTRACTIONS
Chimney Rock Village and State Park
No visit to the area is complete without spending time at Chimney Rock Village and the State Park. Only 20 minutes from the cabin, Chimney Rock Village is like a slice of yesteryear with unique shops, restaurants, a brewery, a winery, and river frontage where you can sit and relax and listen to the water rushing by.
At Chimney Rock State Park, you could spend the whole day exploring! Walk (or take the elevator) to the iconic namesake of the park, the Chimney rock overlooking the Hickory Nut Gorge and Lake Lure below. Or hike up even further to more epic overlooks and a waterfall too!
You can grab a bite to eat at the park restaurant, or bring a picnic and enjoy one of the many places to sit and enjoy the view. Lots to see in this park and well worth the admission price!
There are also many hiking trails in the area around Hickory Nut Gorge and mountain biking too. Reach out to us for a custom itinerary & more ideas to explore the area!
Lake Lure - small town with a big view
One of the most picturesque spots in the area, you will want to stop in the town of lake lure to walk along the beach (or if not in season, walk through town) to see the mountain views across the lake. Grab a bite to eat or ice cream while you're here too! The Flowering Bridge is a must-see, and Morse Park is a wide open greenspace which offers a bit of solitude away from town and with big views of the mountains too.
In season you can rent pontoon boats here too! (Tip: Lake Lure beach opens & closes according to traditional school schedules and typically by 6pm on those days as well. We much prefer the beach and lake in our community at the cabin. It's open year round, dawn to dusk!)
Necessities & other nearby attractions
When you book with us, you also get access to our complete guide to the area for restaurants and things to do! Here's a few highlights: Ingles Market is an extensive grocery store and only 10minutes away. Little Bradley Falls is a fun waterfall hike and only 30min from the cabin. Major stores and chains are available in Rutherfordton or Forest City, about 30min east. And if you want to venture into Asheville to see the Biltmore, you can get there in about an hour.
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More Details
Parking
Level, gravel driveway that can easily accommodate up to 4 vehicles
Sleep & Comfort
2 Queen Beds; 1 Full Bed; 1 Single Futon Bed; 1 Large Futon Bed; 1 Sofa Sleeper
Full Bathroom in both Main Bedroom & Loft Bedroom
Main Bathroom: Tub and separate shower
Loft Bedroom: Shower
Half Bath in ground floor
Full Size Washer & Dryer
Beach essentials
High Chair
Fun & Sport Equipment
Pack & Play, Beach Towels, Board Games, Game Room, Children's Books and Toys, River tubes and PFDs
Cooking & Dining
Refrigerator, Stove, Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Keurig Coffee Machine, Blackstone BBQ Grill, Toaster, Blender, Crock Pot
Memories & Convenience
Private Backyard, Covered front Porch, Deck with Sun loungers and Outdoor Dining Table
Community access to Private Beach, Lake, River & Waterfall
Family Friendly Atmosphere
More!
Fire pit
Pets Allowed
Self check-in with keypad
Hair dryer
Soap, Shampoo & Conditioner
Towels, bed sheets, toilet paper
Hangers
Bed linens
Cotton linens
Extra pillows and blankets
Room-darkening shades
55" 4K TV in living room
Game console
Children's dinnerware
Central A/C and heat
Indoor fireplace
Ceiling fans
Portable fans
Security cameras on property (external only: front porch and driveway)
Smoke alarms
Carbon monoxide alarms
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Fast wifi - 206mbps
Dedicated workspace with desk & ergonomic chair (in common area)
Pots and pans, oil, salt, pepperDishes and silverwareBowls, chopsticks, plates, cups, etc
Wine glasses
Toaster
Baking sheet
Guest access
For initial access to the neighborhood, you'll need to enter via the main gate and enter a code on the keypad for us to "buzz" you in. Once you arrive at the house, you'll be able to use the provided key fob if you need to leave and re-enter the community.
Other things to note
If you need to work while you're here, we've got you covered - the internet is fast and reliable! We work remotely from the cabin often and the speed and latency is perfectly sufficient for video conference calls. If you're using your own mobile device, T-mobile and AT&T work well here but Verizon is not nearly as good.
We are committed to showing you an excellent vacation experience, and make every effort to provide to you a very clean cabin upon arrival. We only partner with the very best housekeepers in the area so you can rest assured you will be staying in a clean home.
House Rules, etc.
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
Self check-in with keypad
8 guests maximum
Pets allowed (with prior approval)
Quiet hours: 9:00 PM - 7:00 AM
No parties or events
No smoking or vaping
Before you leave:
☑️ Gather used towels
☑️ If you have any dirty dishes remaining, please load in the dishwasher and start before leaving
☑️ If you've used the Blackstone grill, please follow the directions included with the grill tools for cleanup. Turn off the tank and replace the cover.
☑️ Throw trash away
☑️ Turn things off
☑️ Please leave the key fobs for the main gate on the hook above the kitchen counter where you found it
☑️ Lock up
Rates
Peak Season: [$220-390]
Off-Peak: [$200-250]
Cleaning: [$263]
Tax: [13%]
Pet Fee: [$159]
Note: Peak holiday rates may be higher
Would absolutely stay here again!
This cabin exceeded our expectations. Carolyn was very prompt in answering our questions and her hubby did a fantastic job making the place very comfortable!
We had everything we needed. This was the perfect fit for our large family of 8 plus two dogs! They provided several games for the kids which led to family game night. The dogs were also well taken care of with a dog bed and treats!!
The cabin was very private. You can’t see other cabins at all. The neighborhood is a true GEM!
The lake with a beach was clear and the water was a very comfortable temp in July. We walked across from the beach and found a waterfall that the kids had a blast playing in. There is also a dog friendly creek swimming area that was nice. This would be a good fishing spot as well.
Next time, we would book our stay for longer to take advantage of what the area has to offer like zip lining, water tubing, kayaking, etc. Would absolutely stay here again!!
Amber ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Carolyn’s home truly feels like home away from home.
Carolyn’s home truly feels like home away from home.
It is in such a beautiful location with easy access to trails that our dog loved and a beach area but to me more importantly it was very private, clean, and comfortable.
There really was everything you will need here from clean linens down to even q-tips and shampoo!
We loved the ease of being able to cook our own meals there and again, everything we needed was already there.
The added touch of string lights outside and in the master room just made it more fun and comfortable too.
We were very happy with our visit and would love to come back!
Hannah ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
The hosts are awesome and gave great recommendations.
This place is a real gem. It’s a super cute and well appointed cabin in a private lakefront community.
The cabin is less than a mile from lake, river and swimming hole access. It’s not crowded (because it’s private) and everything is so clean and nice.
We went to swim at Lake Lure and noped out, turned around and came back to hang out at the community lake again. There’s even a Mountain View while you float.
The hosts are awesome and gave great recommendations too — and we loved the dog friendliness.
Terry ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
We are already talking about going back next year.
We absolutely loved the cabin! It was just like the ones you find only in magazines. The kids loved it too!
The little touches make this place so special (the bathtub, the porch swing, the origami toilet paper, etc)
The hosts were so helpful and answered all our questions during our stay. We had an amazing time and we are glad we took this trip.
We made beautiful memories at Lake Lure. We are already talking about going back next year.
Janice ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Meet Your Hosts!
Hi there! We are a family who loves to travel & have been from coast to coast in our camper van many times. Yet as much as we've seen of our beautiful country, we fall in love more and more with the mountains of Western NC. This area is like our backyard and we've always dreamed of having our own little piece of paradise here!
Riverbend Retreat at Lake Lure is that dream come to life. We've put a lot of love and care into the home to make it a wonderful place for a family or couples getaway. We love relaxing on the porch for morning coffee, or watching the sunset from the back deck. The location is perfect and the community we're in is one of a kind.
The cabin is just a short 3/4mi drive to all the private amenities in the community. The private beach, lake, river access and waterfall are what we enjoy the most and we're sure you will too! There is nothing like floating in the lake on a warm summer day forgetting everything about day to day life.
This gem of a cabin & community is what we've love to share with you! We're excited to make plenty more family memories and are happy to be able to offer Riverbend Retreat at Lake Lure for you to make memories in as well. Let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay perfect.
There is no time like the present to make forever memories together. Book your stay today & look forward to your own quiet escape!