We were so lucky to snatch up this cabin for Memorial Day weekend! It was exactly what we needed…read morewhen it came to relaxation, but also comfort. The cabin has a fully-stocked kitchen (utensils and gadgets and such; not food), the bed and couch were comfortable, and the wrap-around porch was divine. I even played on the swings in the front yard and waved at passers-by like I owned the place. The location is fabulous. There's a cute little stream right across the street, and then great hiking (with waterfalls!) not far at all. A lot of the folks who signed the guest book mentioned that they hiked Mt. Mitchell, which is practically in the backyard. The owners make it quite clear that there's coffee, filters, creamer, and other condiments in the cabin, but there's no way for them to know if they've been depleted. I really appreciated the heads-up, but they have folks managing and cleaning the place in between visitors, so it would be way more convenient and relaxing if those things were just taken care of. Same goes for taking out the trash--you have to take it with you on your way out of town (or they charge you $10 per bag left at the cabin). Overall, though, the cabin was great, the price was right, and the owners were really responsive. Plus, I love that it's dog-friendly! We'll definitely be back.

This is a nice clean comfortable neighborhood club. Nice…read morepool, gym, and sandwich shop and other amenities. Great for families, part time or full time residents. Membership thru property ownership in 1780 and Old Wildlife Club.

Absolutely 5 stars for the cottages at Spring House Farm. The cottage was very clean, very…read moreprivate and the scenery is just beautiful. If you needed anything they made sure they got it to you right away. Right down to fresh farm breakfast items upon your arrival. The wedding venue was perfect, from the ceremony to the dinner to the band. One of the most relaxing weekends I have ever had. this was the best wedding weekend we have had in a long time. 5 stars are a must.

Please give this little hidden gem a chance! The pictures don't even begin to do it justice! My…read morehoney and I stayed in "The Reach" cottage, and it was more than we could have ever asked for. After a crazy year we both needed to get away, and this was just the spot. The Reach is situated high up on the property, above all the other cottages. Each cottage is completely secluded with its own driveway, hot tub, and fireplace or wood burning stove. There are trails on the property, which we greatly enjoyed, and the stargazing at night is spectacular. Cathy and her family were absolutely wonderful hosts. We mentioned we were taking this trip shortly after our anniversary, and we arrived to find a bottle of champagne, chocolates, and roses waiting for us. Oh and they really do leave you farm fresh eggs, fresh baked bread, and plenty of chopped firewood as well! The kitchen has all the gadgets you'd need for basic meals, as well at a Keurig and a little stockpile of coffee and hot cocoa. This was the most relaxing vacation I have ever had, and I nearly cried when it was time to leave. We are already planning our trip back. Location is great too, not too far at all from Black Mountain and Asheville, and a short ride from the Blue Ridge Parkway. This place is worth every single penny, don't let the one or two negative reviews impact to your decision. Please stay here!

Extremely clean, well designed and cozy vacation rental that is dog friendly. Everything has been…read morethought of, you don't need to bring anything other than your clothes and food!

my heart is breaking over this tragedy. please know you are in my prayers during this trying time…read more I have such wonderful memories of my times at your beautiful lodge‍

Awesome food, drinks, views and service. Upscale atmosphere…read morewith reasonable prices. Our party of 3 ordered 3 different entrees all exceeded our expectations. Smoked old fashioned was oerfect.

If you've ever wondered what happens when a campground gives up on being a campground but still…read morecharges resort prices, welcome to Lake James Campground and Marina -- a masterclass in unmet expectations. Let's start with the grounds: mowing appears to be an optional hobby rather than a maintenance task. Weeds regularly reach over a foot tall, yet management is quick to blame everything from the weather to property ownership rather than simply getting the grass cut. It's a perfect metaphor for the whole place -- neglect wrapped in excuses. As for amenities, calling this a resort is comedy gold. There's a small, perpetually crowded pool that's the only semblance of recreation. Beyond that? Nothing. No playgrounds, no activities, no amenities for kids -- unless you count watching the weeds grow as entertainment. The "main office" doubles as a ghost town; there's no store, no supplies, and certainly no service. The showers and changing rooms only operate during pool hours, which means forget early showers, late rinses, or any kind of off-season use. And the mountain side? It's an oven with no tree cover -- a sunbaked slope that feels less like camping and more like punishment. But the crown jewel of disappointment here is the management. The manager, Bridgette, has turned poor hospitality into an art form. Unless you're in her inner circle, expect hostility instead of help. Any mention of the park's shortcomings is met with denial or name-calling -- everyone's a liar except her. Fees appear out of thin air, rules shift without warning, and enforcement feels more like harassment than management. We were even chastised for having kids' toys and outdoor furniture -- apparently joy is a violation here. Before booking, I strongly encourage anyone to read the management's responses to other negative reviews. Notice the pattern -- rather than addressing issues, she calls the reviewers liars. I'm sure this one will be no different. If you're looking for a peaceful camping getaway, keep driving. If you're nostalgic for the charm of a retirement community run by a vindictive HOA that accidentally allows children, you've found your paradise. Lake James Campground and Marina could be something special -- but until the management and maintenance rise to even basic standards, it's a cautionary tale, not a destination.

Lovely camping resort on Lake James. We rented one of their new cabins which was just like a tiny…read morehome. It had everything you needed and beautiful view of Lake James. The people are very friendly. It was a good time.

This place is super nice. We stayed in the Forrest Cabin and had a great time. The staff is amazing…read moreand everything is really well maintained. The cabin was great. Comfy bed, nice shower, decent WiFi, and a surprisingly well appointed kitchen. The covered porch is fantastic and we ate pretty much every meal out there. The fire pit area is also super nice. There was plenty of fenced in space around the cabin for even our Great Dane to wander around. The dog parks are really nice and our dog especially loved the pond park. The dog wash station is a really nice touch too. The rate is comparable to a mid range hotel, but instead you get a fancy, well appointed cabin that's completely dog friendly and has a ton more amenities. Overall we had a fantastic time and will definitely be back. Top tier A++ dog vacation.

We booked a three day staycation in the rental RV "Amy" and had one of the best trips ever. Booking…read morewas easy online, the campsite staff was easy to reach and communicate with, the facilities were clean and overall the park was such a fun place. We brought our two senior Shibas, who aren't really into dog parks or other dogs, and they were able to have the entire parks to themselves for at least an hour each day we went. They had so much fun, and being able to pick up some dog treats on the way home from our park adventure was a nice touch. The staff here do an amazing job keeping the campgrounds clean, maintained, and filled with fun activities for dogs and people. Having a fenced in site was great, and our dogs felt right at home. The RV is stocked with almost everything you'll need for a few days, just bring food, towels and personal hygiene stuff and you're set. There's also washers/dryers/general store if you forget anything. Overall we had such a fun time just hanging out, spending quality time with our dogs. There were a ton of social events going on - bonfires, happy hr, etc but we're antisocial so we watched from afar. Looked fun though! We will definitely be back next summer! *My only suggestion would be to include an EV charging station, we were able to trickle charge our vehicle with no issues but having a paid EV charging site/parking spot would be an awesome addition to help generate revenue and attract more road trippers and you can charge while you're at the dog parks. I understand it's mostly a RV destination, but being able to charge our vehicle while we rented the RV was really convenient especially because the nearest supercharger is 45 min away.

We loved this service for my sister's bach weekend! Super clean and let us be girls!!read more

If I could leave a zero I would, the owner was rude, charged for an extra hour. The driver was…read moregreat but they don't know how to treat customers properly and would NeVeR ever tell anyone to use them