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Stylish and Modern Lakefront House, Dog Friendly
Relax in this calm and contemporary architecture with expansive glass windows to maximize lake views and connections to the lavish decks with comfortable seating and dining for your entertainment and relaxation. Located in a quiet neighborhood at scenic Rhodhiss Lake. Enjoy the hammocks and fire pit by the lake. Kayaking. Paddleboarding. Welcome to the NC Foothills in Caldwell Co. and visit Lenoir and Hickory within 25'. Grandfather Mountain, Blowing Rock within 1 hour. CLT airport in 1.25 hrs.

Lake James Private Dock Quiet Cove Starlink
Our house is the last on a quiet "no outlet" street on one of the best hidden coves on Lake James. It’s only a couple hundred yards to the main channel and big Mountain View’s and sunsets. Our home is comfortable and expansive. A place to relax, fish, swim, use our 4 kayaks, or tie up your own boat or pontoon rental for your stay. Black Bear, Hidden Cove, or Canal Bridge are the closest boat launches. We now have lightening fast Star-link internet for remote workers and your entertainment!

Marina Cozy Cottage Up Top
Lake James is a gem in western North Carolina, and this perfect little cottage will be your home away from home while you are here! Located right in the central section of Lake James, you are within 2 miles of state parks, boat launch ramps, and Fonta Flora Brewery just to name a few close places! Located on a private Marina property, you will enjoy your morning coffee on your deck with Lake James as your view. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions, we would love to host you!

Lake James Leisure
Enjoy spectacular views of Lake James while sipping your morning coffee. Bring your boat, sit on the private dock and relax with family and friends in a lake front oasis. Spacious living rooms provide ample gathering space or find seclusion and nature on one of the three expansive porches. Kayak, hike, mountain bike or boat all day and then relax and watch the sunset in the hottub. High speed fiber internet to stream your favorite shows or work if you must. Relax, Recharge and Reconnect.

Riverside Cabin on 33 acres
Enjoy your peaceful mountain escape on our 33 acres. We have over a half mile of hatchery supported trout streams to fish (with a stocking point on the property), swimming holes, and private trails located directly on the property. Or with just a 2 minute drive up the road you can be in the South Mountains state park to take some local hikes to some awesome places like the watershed lake. You can also find catch and release and wild trout waters inside the park. Feel free to message.

Lakeside Home w Mtn Views & Dock
Relax--Zen inspired getaway just steps from Lake James. A peaceful courtyard welcomes you at the entrance. Glass doors surround the entire house, revealing lake and mountain views. The open floor plan is newly renovated with bamboo flooring, new kitchen and updated bathrooms. A large covered deck with dining table overlooks the lake with great views. The kitchen comes fully equipped , including a gas grill on the deck! Wood burning fireplace in great room for cozy fall evenings.

Lake James Cabin | Screened Porch+Boat/Swim Access
Enjoy your morning coffee on the screened-in deck with lake views. This cabin sits at the edge of the marina community, closest to the woods, which makes it the quieter option in the neighborhood. Walk out your door, and you're two minutes from boat docks and marina boat rentals on Lake James. Spend your days tubing, fishing, or taking in the mountain views from the lake, then come back to cook out and unwind on the porch.

Lakefront home on Lake James!
Lake James is the perfect spot for your next getaway peaceful, scenic, and full of adventure! The water is great for boating and swimming, making it easy to spend your days soaking up the sun and enjoying everything the lake has to offer. On Lake James, you’ll take in breathtaking mountain ranges and enjoy the unique experience of pulling your boat right up to sandy islands and peninsulas for the perfect day on the water.

Lake James Deep Water Cove, Screen Porch & Kayaks!
Newman’s Nook on Lake James is a Farmhouse-style lake house on a calm cove, nestled in the Blue Ridge mountain foothills. Nearby, take advantage of hiking, mountain biking, waterfalls, golf, gem-mining, Lake James State Park, beach, wineries & breweries! Make memories with friends & family taking in stunning views, smelling fresh mountain air, listening to nature’s music and feeling cool, clean water of Lake James!

Tamarca Hollow, A Nature Retreat
Escape the noise of your everyday world at our National Wildlife Federation Certified Habitat! Your space is a 700 sf, 1 bedroom (queen bed), 1 bath area above (exterior stairs) our garage. We have a gravel, long, steep driveway (AWD\FWD ARE STRONGLY RECOMMENDED!) and we’re tucked in down at the bottom of a 10 acre forest with hidden mountain streams and picnic area. No internet, wifi or tv service is available.

Lake James Retreat: Large Private Lakefront Home
Your Lake James Lake Front Oasis Lake James 5 Bedroom 3 Bath Home You've found the perfect spot to enjoy Lake Living. Spectacular views in a private retreat on Lake James with this 5 Bedroom 3 Bath lake-front home with private dock on a private cove with excellent large water views from dock. Enter the house & you're greeted to an open floor plan with soaring ceilings.

Hilltop Lodge | Luxury Lake James Home with Dock!
Enjoy Lake James in luxury at this impeccably furnished pet-friendly lodge with a private dock & beach area, an outdoor kitchenette a gas grill, a fire pit area, a screened porch, and countless upscale amenities. This rental is pet friendly with an additional $100 pet fee per dog (maximum of 2 dogs allowed). Please include the number of dogs when making your reservation.
Popular amenities for Burke County lake-access rentals
Lake-access house rentals

The Pond House, near Hickory

Lakefront Escape | Dock Access and Mountain Views!

Modern Hilltop Home | Hot Tub & Mountain Views

Home in Lake James

4BR 3.5 BA Lakefront Mountain Getaway

Cleanest Lake in NC | Lakefront Getaway

Lakefront, private cove w/ creek

Rhodhiss Bliss 3
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- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Pisgah National Forest
- Tweetsie Railroad
- Beech Mountain Ski Resort
- Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline
- Tryon International Equestrian Center
- River Arts District
- Land of Oz
- Zootastic Park
- Chimney Rock State Park
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- Grandfather Mountain
- Wolf Laurel Country Club
- Appalachian Ski Mtn
- Banner Elk Winery
- Appalachian State University
- Grandfather Mountain State Park
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- Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
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