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Luxurious Toxaway Lakefront. Private Golf Club, Tennis, Boating, Hiking, Dining

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Golf
Property grounds
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

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  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

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Lake Toxaway, NC
  • Popular LocationLake Toxaway12 min walk
  • Popular LocationGorges State Park11 min drive
  • Popular LocationWhitewater Falls27 min drive
  • AirportGreenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.)105 min drive

Space details

5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, sleeps 12
511 sq m
Bedroom 1
    1 king bed
Bedroom 2
    1 king bed
Bedroom 3
    1 king bed
Bedroom 4
    1 king bed
Bedroom 5
    1 king bed
Common area
    1 sleep sofa/futon
Bathroom 1
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 3
    Shower
    Bathtub
Bathroom 4
    No shower or bathtub

Room options

About the area

Lake Toxaway

On lake.You'll find Nantahala National Forest and Lake Toxaway within a 15-minute walk of this Lake Toxaway vacation home. Gorges State Park and Pisgah National Forest are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Toxaway - 12 min walk
  • Gorges State Park - 11 min drive
  • Sapphire National Golf Club - 25 min drive
  • Whitewater Falls - 27 min drive
  • Lake Jocassee - 53 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • Mica's Restaurant - 25 min drive
  • Osteria Del Monte - 16 min drive
  • The Falls Cafe & Grill - 11 min drive
  • The Library Kitchen & Bar - 25 min drive
  • SlopeSide Tavern - 25 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.

Luxurious Toxaway Lakefront. Private Golf Club, Tennis, Boating, Hiking, Dining


Welcome to Cardinal Zen. Access to the exclusive Lake Toxaway Golf & Tennis Club Easter to Thanksgiving.*** Since 1903, the Rockefellers, Vanderbilts, Firestones, Henry Ford, R. J. Reynolds, President James Buchanan, Thomas Edison and now America’s Fortune 500 CEO’s refer to this glorious private lake escape as "Little Switzerland."

Extraordinary 5-bedroom 5 and 1/2 bath, 6,000 square foot lake front home with 300-feet of lake frontage. Breathtaking water views from almost every room. Professionally furnished and decorated.

FEATURES
*Private rooms for peaceful escapes
* Motouk linens and pillow top mattresses
*Gourmet fully equipped kitchen (herbs, spices, Keurig pods, professional knives and cookware)
*Lakefront 6-person saline hot tub
*Two great rooms
*5-on suite king bedrooms
*Game room
*Fitness room
*Four wood burning fireplaces
*Screened porch with stunning lake and wooded views and wood burning fireplace
*Vast, gently sloping lawn with surrounding forest and creek. Perfect for children and adults.
***Club access requires guest membership for additional fees

ACTIVITIES
Golf, tennis(clay courts), pickle ball, croquet, fitness center
Swimming
Paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing
Water skiing & tubing
Hiking (vast waterfall trails)
Fishing
Mountain biking
Horseback riding
Casual and fine dining

PRIVACY
Security cameras are only located outside the primary entrance to the front and rear of Cardinal Zen. They are not monitored and are only reviewed in the event of a security incident.

Property manager

Theresa Cannon

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Spa tub
  • Sauna
  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 6 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Golf privileges
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Snow sports gear
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Boat on site
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 5500 sq ft (511 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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, a first aid kit, 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Lakefront Estate Golf Club/spa/tennis/boating/hiking/fishing

Luxurious Toxaway Lakefront. Private Golf Club, Tennis, Boating, Hiking, Dining Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 93 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Charles R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
Very nice vacation spot right on a private lake
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan B., Cincinnati, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Thanksgiving Family Week
We had a wonderful time at Cardinal Zen. The house was perfect for our group. The five bedrooms with their own bath is great for couples/families. Lots of room to spread out in the common areas! Outdoor screened in porch with fireplace was lovely for conversation. The great room with fireplace and open to kitchen was perfect for entire family to be together for game playing while meals were being prepped. The dining room with fireplace was lovely for all our meals, especially our Thanksgiving dinner (table nicely fits 11 or 12). The kitchen table was great for game playing and quick meals. The formal living room was nice for quiet morning coffee. The primary bedroom and bath was an escape and delight! We enjoyed sitting on the dock during the day for some sunshine. And several enjoyed the hot tub both during the day and evening hours. The house sound system was excellent. All equipment met and exceeded our expectations. As you can tell, we had a fantastic time. And Theresa made everything easy! Any question or need, she answered immediately. That made for a carefree planning process and week. A few even went out in the kayaks and canoe. This house would be wonderful any time of year!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hendrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, bright, peaceful
The most enjoyed feature was the large gently sloping lawn and the dock for sitting with drinks and watching the kids on watercraft. Overall, a nice time for the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

john m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic!
Truly a idyllic setting with all the amenities close by that you could experience in a week’s time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Getaway
The property was as described in the description. Plenty of room to spread out and the kitchen was wonderful to cook in. All we needed was provided. The furnishings were more than comfortable with so much style. The beds were extremely comfortable!!! I would recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C W., Orlando Fl/New Orleans La

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home on the Lake.
We enjoyed our stay in this large house on the lake. wit had a great Dock for fishing and kayaking. Caught quite a bit of Bass! Hot tub on the back porch was a big hit with the kids. House is plenty big enough for everyone to get away to their own space. All rooms very large. Very unusual pieces of woodwork and art in the house. I enjoyed walking around and admiring it all. We didn't actually cook dinner while there but the kitchen had very high end nice appliances. Quiet area. Grounds all kept very neat. The screened in porch with real fireplace was awesome. Even got to light it a few times when the weather got chilly at night. Communication before arriving was great. No problems at all. Perfect house for a large group. Oh and the Basketball goal in front of house was a hit for the boys! Great stay and would return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Paradise
Beautiful home right on private lake with easy access to the dock. Pet friendly and our dogs had a blast splashing and exploring the forest paths. Private, quiet, spacious, fully stocked home with gorgeous views for working remotely while we tried to enjoy some down time. Great experience and hope to come back soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Very spacious home and great spot on the water to relax
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

dawn s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Getaway!
This house is amazing. The views of the lake from every room of this spacious house were spectacular. The interior of this home was absolutely beautiful especially the works of art that adorned the walls. This home gives one a sense of peace and relaxation. There is a gentle slope from the back of the house to a wonderful dock with comfortable furniture to sit out on and take in the surroundings. We really enjoyed fishing from this spot and for those who want more adventure, kayaks and paddle boards were also provided. We arrived late our first night and Theresa had the lights on for us and relaxing music playing over the Sonos System as well as logs ready for an evening fire in one of the 3 fireplaces. This is definitely a home we hope to revisit!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claudia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake Retreat
Home is lovely. Extremely accommodating for a large group. Hostess was very helpful in addressing questions and issues that arose.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022