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Family-friendly stay with water park in Lake Lure

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A riverside patio with stone steps, a stone fireplace, and a view of the river and surrounding trees.
A large house with a dock extending into a lake, surrounded by dense forest.
A hallway with stone walls, wooden beams, and large windows.
A stone patio with a stone fireplace and two Adirondack chairs, overlooking a lake.
A hot tub surrounded by rocks and trees, with a building in the background.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12436 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lake Lure, NC
  • Place, Lake Lure
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Lure Adventure Company
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the area

Lake Lure

On lake.You'll find Lake Lure and Lake Lure Adventure Company within a 15-minute walk of this Lake Lure vacation home. Also, Canopy Ridge Farm is within 2 miles (3 km) and Chimney Rock State Park is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Lure - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lake Lure Adventure Company - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Tryon International Equestrian Center - 23 min drive - 31.0 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 53 min drive - 50.0 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 59 min drive - 59.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ingles Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Canoe Kitchen And Bar - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Victory @ Rumbling Bald Resort - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬17 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Private Lakefront Estate | Hot Tub | Game Room | Boathouse | Kayaks & SUPs

Escape to Mallard Cove, a 4,600 sq. ft. private lakefront estate tucked into a quiet cove on Lake Lure. Set on nearly five wooded acres, this spacious mountain-lake retreat is perfect for family vacations, reunions, holiday gatherings, and corporate retreats.
With stunning stonework, exposed beams, cathedral ceilings, and panoramic lake and mountain views, this home combines rustic elegance with modern comfort.
Why Guests Love Mallard Cove:
• Private double boathouse with rooftop deck
• Expansive pier in quiet cove (great for swimming & paddling)
• 2 Kayaks + 2 Stand-Up Paddleboards included
• In-ground hot tub
• Outdoor stone fireplace area
• Game room with pool/ping-pong table & large HD TV
• High-speed WiFi
• Parking for up to 5 vehicles
Spacious Layout for Groups
Main Level (No-Stairs Entry):
• Open-concept kitchen with large island, 2 sinks, and seating for 6
• Dining room with custom table (seats 8)
• Family room with cathedral ceiling, fireplace (Oct–April), Smart TV
• Screened porch with dining table & Weber gas grill
• Half bath
Upper Level – 1,300 sq. ft. Primary Suite:
• King bed
• Sitting/desk area
• Queen sleeper sofa
• Large bath with dual vanities, walk-in shower & jetted tub
Lower Level:
• Game room with pool/ping-pong combo
• Bar area
• Bedroom 1: Two twins
• Bedroom 2: Queen
• Jack-and-Jill bath
• Bedroom 3: Queen
• Full bath
• Direct access to hot tub patio
Prime Lake Lure Location
• Minutes to Ingles grocery & local restaurants
• 10–15 minutes to Rumbling Bald golf courses (public access)
• 15–30 minutes to Chimney Rock State Park & Tryon Equestrian Center
• Less than 1 hour to Asheville & Biltmore Estate
Important Policies
• High Season (Mid-June–Mid-August): 7 nights, Sat–Sat
• Holidays: 3–4 night minimum
• Off-Season: 2–3 night minimum
• 25+ to book
• No pets
• No smoking
• Linens provided
Damage Protection up to $3,000 included (see rental agreement)
Please note: VRBO/HomeAway service fees are charged by the platform and are not paid to the property manager.

This home is managed by Buffalo Junction Properties, Lake Lure, NC.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio
  • Rooftop terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard
  • Table tennis
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 4,692 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1927-230698

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Lakefront Estate | Hot Tub | Game Room | Boathouse | Kayaks & SUPs to the airport?

This vacation home is 30.4 mi (47-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Lakefront Estate | Hot Tub | Game Room | Boathouse | Kayaks & SUPs have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Private Lakefront Estate | Hot Tub | Game Room | Boathouse | Kayaks & SUPs offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Lakefront Estate | Hot Tub | Game Room | Boathouse | Kayaks & SUPs?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Private Lakefront Estate | Hot Tub | Game Room | Boathouse | Kayaks & SUPs?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Lakefront Estate | Hot Tub | Game Room | Boathouse | Kayaks & SUPs?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Private Lakefront Estate | Hot Tub | Game Room | Boathouse | Kayaks & SUPs have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Private Lakefront Estate | Hot Tub | Game Room | Boathouse | Kayaks & SUPs have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Private Lakefront Estate | Hot Tub | Game Room | Boathouse | Kayaks & SUPs to downtown Lake Lure?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi away from Lake Lure.

Private Lakefront Estate | Hot Tub | Game Room | Boathouse | Kayaks & SUPs Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ILa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful, spacious home in a quiet location. Steven and Sue were great, they got back to me very promptly for and questions and information I needed.My family and I enjoyed our 5 nights here over the New Year period.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This house check all the boxes. Our family loved everything; especially the hot tub and outdoor fireplace. Very private and spacious!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

michelle f.

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

Great Visit

Wonderful home in a great location….fun was had by all. Can’t wait to return to this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dennis P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property! Owners communicated very well. Would go back when the lake is full
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

jay t.

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

Great Labor Day Escape

3 families had a blast…perfect location to get around town and to the Ingles(10 min away). Lake house restaurant is right around the corner….had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cristina I.

Lake Lure Beauty

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: The property is beautiful and has a good layout. The rental is supplied with all the essentials for a comfortable stay. They thought of everything, including games for the kids.
Verified review

8/10 Good

lisa c.

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

Our family Christmas trip

We had a great time at Mallard cove. The home is not great for a family of 10, unless you sleep on sofa sleepers.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

Phenomenal Property

I would 100% recommend this property to anyone considering a trip to Lake Lure. The check in process was easy and the property manager was so responsive and helped us to be prepared. The home itself is stunning and I couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful setting. I would come back in a heartbeat and honestly had the best stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Paul B.

Mallard Cove week in July

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: 2nd annual family vacation; 3 families, with 3 children (8mo, 4 and 6 yo). Lots of room, jacuzzi and pontoon a hit!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Christi O.

Mallard Cove

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family had a wonderful time at Mallard Cove. What a beautiful home and great view of Lake Lure😁
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Grace D.

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

Perfect Week at the Lake

Mallard Cove exceeded or expectations. The home was in a private cove, conveniently located to Ingles and multiple lakeside dining options. Boathouse, dock and fire pit were a hit! —Kids enjoyed the paddle boards and kayaks. The house was stocked with everything we needed to feel like home. The pontoon boat was spacious and clean. We will definitely be back next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amie H.

Beautiful Home & Location

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: WOW!! This home has it all! Very well maintained and well equipped. Kitchen had everything you could need and the outdoor space was more than we expected. Communication was excellent. Will be staying here for years to come!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

kathleen w.

Fabulous week in Mallard Cove!

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: Our family had a wonderful week in this lovely house. Lots of places to visit with the numerous young children with us; lots of room for the multi-generational group. Lots of fun in the lake. There is often a beautiful sunset from the middle of Lake Lure, or we lucked out on sunsets! Would recommend this home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

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

Great week at Mallard Cove!

Our family stayed for a week at Mallard Cove. It was probably the nicest home that we have ever stayed in on Lake Lure. All of the beautiful pictures on the website could not begin to depict the beauty and detail in this great house. The house was well appropriated with all needs being met and many fine details to make the stay wonderful. Also, I have to give a shout out to Buffalo Junction Properties and Sue Gage. We had a few minor issues that were addressed immediately and efficiently by the property managers. They were helpful and easy to get a hold of. I would recommend the house at Mallard Cove and Buffalo Junction Properties with 7 stars if there was such a qualification.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Rachael M.

Luxurious lake vacation

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 property had EVERYTHING we could have possibly wanted. We had a hard time leaving to even go exploring the beautiful surroundings. The kitchen is so well stocked with anything dish, cookware, and appliance you could think of! The house was so spacious that you could be by yourself or with the group and feel so comfortable. The teenagers want to go back next year!!! (So do the adults) the property managers were so friendly and helpful. We got email updates leading up to our stay that evening included recommendations of things to do in the area!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sheila D.

Lake Lure Safety Harbor gang trip.

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is beautiful. The boat was a perfect addition to this trip. We are boat people so we used it bunches. We was able to get a taxi's to Asheville to do a brewery trip along with eating at Lobster Trap oh it’s a must place to hit. chimney Rock is a lovely little hidden germ. Lots of cool little places. The brewery this is a great stop.t The only downside was the very short notice that the natural hot tub pool was broken. That was the only thing I can say. They made it right by doing a small refund. We definitely missed it after our hike we took. We will continue to come back to this area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Denise M.

Group Trip

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 is our second stay at Mallard Cove. The house is spacious enough for our group of 4 couples. We enjoy the lake and surrounding areas to visit. The very large deck above the boat house is a great gathering place. We also enjoy the use of the paddle boards that are provided. Would highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Great house in a perfect location!

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: The house is very spacious and has everything you need. Super private with excellent lake access (your own cove so the kids can swim and use the SUPs/Kayaks without fear of boats!). This is the fourth different house we've stayed in at the lake and it is our favorite. Highly recommend!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cyndy P.

Great vacation at Mallard Cove!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful time at Mallard Cove! We brought the entire family which included our 5 grandchildren. This house is located in a cove with no other houses which was perfect for our grandchildren. Easy entry into the water a private setting where we spent much of our time. Having the boat was a plus also. The house was clean and had plenty of space. We enjoyed the covered porch that overlooked the lake. Sue and Steve at Buffalo Junction were great! They responded immediately if we had any questions. We will be renting here again!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Rhonda M.

Family vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Great location ,wonderful water front, loved having the boat at the house and the porch is a fantastic lounging area morning and night !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina T. M.

One of our best family vacations

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 home did not disappoint. We wanted for nothing and that included both the kids and adults in our group. We especially found the stand up paddle boards, kayaks and boats a memorable addition and resulted in us not leaving the house, by car, once during our 4 night stay!! We left Lake Lure and this home feeling like we found a new special place to come back to again and again! We just hope that Mallard Cove is available the next time we come back!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

New Years 2024 Stay

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: Our family thoroughly enjoyed this beautiful property over New Years. We were provided with everything we needed to cook, and feel comfortable. The fireplaces, indoor and outside, and the Hot Tub further enhanced our stay and enjoyment. The management team was very responsive and helpful when needed. If the opportunity presents itself, we will do it again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

Great Week at a 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: We were part of four couples that rented a house in Mallard Cove on Lake Lure for a week. House was amazing with great features and lots of room. Also had a huge area for parking. The location can't be beat. We made use of the kayaks, paddle boards, and pontoon boat. Enjoyed every day. Buffalo Junctions was very easy to work with and help make sure our vacation went off without a hitch.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Wonderful weekend at Lake Lure

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: Mallard Cove is the most deluxe and fascinating place we have stayed at Lake Lure.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mailani B.

Amazing house and great location!

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 house was amazing! Very clean and the location was great! It was very close to Ingles...which made it very convenient. I was there with a group of ladies and we had the best time. The house had everything we needed and more. The boat deck and large porch area seemed to be where we spent most of our time. The beautiful outside stone fireplace was very nice. The agents, Steve and Sue Gage, were super nice and very helpful. They were always available to answer any questions we had. I would most definitely rent again. Trust me when I say...you won't be disappointed in renting this one.