Loving Lake Life - Waterfront Home on Lake James with Dock!

Morganton, North Carolina
$360 avg/night
Minimum Stay 3 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 3 nights

Min Stay

Loving Lake Life is nestled in a gated community, right on the shores of Lake James! Our nearly new home comfortably sleeps 6 across the two main levels, with the option to rent the owner's quarters for an additional 4 guests. Enjoy relaxing on the beautiful porches, unwind in the game room, and take full advantage of the dock and all the water toys waiting for you! We’re thrilled to share our space for unforgettable times in this peaceful lakeside retreat.

As you step into the great room, the kitchen immediately catches your eye with its sleek new appliances and a spacious marble-topped island with seating for six. It's fully stocked for those who enjoy cooking! The living room features a built-in electric fireplace beneath the TV and triple sliding doors that open to stunning lake views.

These triple sliding doors lead to the back porch, where you'll find a dining area, comfortable seating, and a TV, all framed by the picturesque view of the lake.

The primary bedroom offers direct access to the back deck and includes a private bathroom with a tile shower. The second bedroom has access to the second full bathroom.

Upstairs, a large open common area awaits, complete with a desk, a game console featuring classics like Galaga and Pac Man, a ping pong table, a cozy TV area, and two additional twin beds. With multiple porches, ample sleeping space for six, and plenty of water toys, it's the perfect spot to unwind and relax!

Once you enter the gated subdivision where our home is located, you'll pass the Fonta Flora Trail and spot signs leading to the public cove beach, accessible only by trail or our community! The Fonta Flora Trail offers about 16 miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, winding through the woods and providing scenic lake overlooks. It's just a short walk from the house!

Our dock sits in a peaceful cove, ideal for boating, swimming, or fishing. It features hammock swings, chairs for relaxing, two paddleboards, two kayaks, and lifejackets – all for your enjoyment! Whether you're reading a book, fishing, or watching for kingfishers, the dock is the perfect spot to unwind. Feel free to bring your own boat and tie it up to the side of the dock for use during your stay (please note, the two jetskis are not for guest use). Once you leave our calm, wake-free cove, you can explore all of Lake James, try water sports like skiing or wakeboarding, or simply take a leisurely cruise to enjoy the breathtaking mountain views from the water. Lake James is the cleanest lake in North Carolina!

We're just a few miles from the Linville Gorge wilderness area and the public boat ramp at Linville Access. Lake James boasts 150 miles of shoreline, with around 30% of it belonging to Lake James State Park. The lake is home to ospreys, eagles, and many other wildlife species that you can spot during your stay!

Guests stay on the second and third levels of the house, while the bottom level is reserved for the owner's quarters. If you're interested in bringing additional guests, such as in-laws or a second family, please reach out for information on renting the extra space. The bottom floor includes two bedrooms (one queen and two twins, sleeping four), a bath, living and dining areas, and a kitchenette. Don't worry – you'll have the entire property to yourselves, with no one else on the premises!

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  • Feature Features
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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2080 Sq Ft (193 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 100+ Mbps (good For 1–2 People Or Up To 6 Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • THINGS TO DO

    Ecotours Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayak On Site Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Foosball Table Games Table Tennis Video Games Smart TV
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jaime R.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2026

    Stayed Mar 28, 2026

    What a gem of a place on this beautiful quiet lake. The lake house was absolutely perfect for our crew. Clean and well equipped with all the essentials and some amazing extras for the kids with the game room upstairs. We enjoyed the kayak and stand up paddle board down at the dock on the days it was warm.

  • Submitted Dec 8, 2025

    Stayed Dec 3, 2025

    The home was beautiful! The kids had a wonderful time.

  • Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Everything was very clean and house was well equipped. Lake view and porch was amazing. Our family truly enjoyed our time at your cottage. Thank you!

  • Adam D.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2025

    Stayed Oct 4, 2025

    The house was very clean with a new feel. Kitchen was well-stocked and the walk down the path to the water is short. The docks a nice with lots of toys available. The setting is quiet and neighborhood is gated. The upstairs game room would be great if you brought children. Overall, this is a very nice place and a good deal for the location.We have just a few recommendations:-the home is a little sparsely decorated which made it feel less cozy. The couch was across the room from the TV, so it felt like a fairly large distance if you are going to watch TV. There are only 3 lamps in the entire house, so you have to use the overhead lights in the evening if you want to see. This is subjective, so take it as you will-Wished there were a king-size bed. This is on us for not reading carefully. The bed in the master bedroom was quite soft and my partner and I kept rolling to the middle.-There is a very bright security light in the back corner of the house. The owner let me know it is required for insurance and they've installed a couple of screens to try and mitigate the effect, but it made sitting out on the deck at night not as enjoyable as one it shines in the direction of the deck-There is a downstairs area for the owner. No one was staying there, but you are unable to lock-off this portion of the house. It made me just a little uncomfortable, although the owners can realistically enter the home anytime.

  • Phil and Christie H.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    This was our second time staying at Loving Lake Life. Highly recommend.

  • Coen K.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Aug 8, 2025

    Check in was easy just following the instructions. Kitchen is great, all the facilities were there and appeared brand new.

  • Jenny R.

    Submitted Jul 27, 2025

    Stayed Jul 23, 2025

    Wonderful stay, fully equipped with everything our family needed for a fun vacation at the lake. We appreciated all the thoughtful touches - fully stocked kitchen, many life jackets, water floats and boats, etc. And the kids loved having their own loft space upstairs. Next time we'll plan a ping pong ball tournament!

  • Sara M.

    Submitted Jul 18, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    Beautiful property with great access to the lake. We had a wonderful time, no complaints!

  • Irene G.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    Excellent property thank you so much

  • Jason B.

    Submitted Apr 13, 2025

    Stayed Apr 9, 2025

    House is perfect - has everything you need. Very comfortable beds, common area, kitchen with everything you need including a second ice maker to fill the ice chest. Upstairs area great for kids with ping pong and arcade.Fire pit very nice down by the lake and plenty of kindling for any fire! Corner store has wood that burns well. Kayaks and boards great for exploring! Everything you need in the boat house.Don't miss dinner at Bones Jones, if you're on the weekend, make sure to add your name to the wait list before going.A lot nearby, Fonta Flora trail with bridge by the boat launch, Wiseman's Overlook 50 minutes, Linville Falls 40 minutes, and Linville Falls Winery 45 minutes. Great place and in great condition.

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$360+
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