HIDDEN GEM - NEW Rumbling Bald- hot tub, lake view, game room, PET/KID FRIENDLY!

Truly a hidden gem in the mountain retreat of Rumbling Bald resort at Lake Lure! Completely renovated in 2024, this home blends the rare combination of modern sophistication with vintage, rustic charm. Easy drive from CLT (90 minutes) and AVL airports (60 minutes), enjoy the coveted flat lot and elevated view, named one of the most beautiful man-made lakes in the world by National Geographic. Soak in the brand new hot tub on deck surrounded by mountains, granite cliffs, stars, and lush forest of trees.

This newly furnished and decorated retreat comfortably sleeps 8 guests in beds and up to 10 with sleeper sofa and airbeds. Inside, you’ll find two large bedrooms with king beds (one has additional daybed) and luxurious memory foam mattresses. There is a third bedroom/spacious loft, also with king bed and a daybed. All three full bathrooms were completely gutted snd rebuilt last year and feature oversized modern walk-in showers, each with spray wands - the master has dual shower heads. Kitchen is ready for cooking, including smooth-surface stove, drawer microwave, and french-door refridgerator. There is a programmable pot and Keurig coffee machine, so bring your favorite supplies or buy them at the huge Ingles grocery store that is 15 minute drive. Working some? No problem, the internet is high-speed and ready for video calls. All rooms have luxury sheets with cozy blankets and beautiful bedding. The living room leads to a deck with comfortable seating and a propane grill. There is a game room inside has ping pong table, retro Atari video game system with seating for two people, and a host of board games.

Tucked away on a private, quiet street, yet conveniently located within amenity-rich Rumbling Bald community. This is the perfect blend of relaxation and recreation. No dirt roads (as in Riverbend), and very few curvy roads if coming in from East or South allows for easy access from major highways. Take advantage of all the resort property offers: golfing, fishing, hiking, swimming. It also makes a beautiful wedding venue with full staff and catering. Large Ingles grocery store with Starbucks and a pharmacy is 8 miles away. This house requires a 5 night minimum during peak season Memorial Day through Labor Day. Would consider shorter nights and not 24 hour buffer, please message request.

This home INCLUDES up to eight lodging guest passes to Rumbling Bald, under age 12 do not need one, AT NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE! Be careful with this when booking at other properties as typical fee is $6/person/day. You will have access to two 18-hole championship golf courses, beach, spa, restaurants, putt-putt course, Starbucks, gym, indoor pool with hot tub and sauna, basketball and tennis/pickleball courts, and during the summer: four outdoor pools, paddle-boarding and kayaking - something for everyone! The amenities that close during winter are the cabana to rent watercraft and the four outdoor pools (Apple Valley pool usually remains open until end of October). The two golf courses are available to book as guests of this home: Bald Mountain and Apple Valley. Green fees will apply, around $60 per person.

Experience the tranquility of lake mountain living - bring your dogs- to hike trails leading to breathtaking overlooks, then relax in the covered hot tub or in Adirondack chairs surrounding a Solo stove fire pit on the large deck! Paved driveway greets you when you arrive at the home with a flat driveway to easily fit up to six vehicles. One stair to front door, then you enter into a soaring 2-story living room with stone fireplace and open kitchen with brand new appliances. The two bedrooms are on main floor and each have private bathrooms.

We take great pride in giving our guests the best vacation experience possible and we know you will love making memories here in your own private oasis at Hidden Gem in Rumbling Bald.

Hurricane Helene: Thankfully, this home and surrounding resort area were mostly spared by the hurricane and we are so grateful and very eager for visitors to return to enjoy the unique beauty of the Hickory Nut Gorge. Great news that the main lake will be open again for recreational boating, swimming, and fishing in spring of 2026. The Army Corp of Engineers extensive efforts have removed over 1.2 million sq yards of vast debris and sediment deposited during flooding that occurred on Sept 27, 2024. As a result, the lake is going to be cleaner than it has ever been! The beach at Rumbling Bald is open now on one side with playground, pavilion, grassy field, and sandy beach for tanning. The other side will be open again with cabana in May, 2026. Chimney Rock State Park is open and many businesses. The people of this area depend on and are desperate for tourism to return to this beautiful mountain town so please book and help support our recovery. There are other small lakes in the resort available now for fishing. Reach out to property manager for info and updates.

THE INTERIOR SPACE
✔ Strong Wi-Fi
✔ Smart TVs with Hulu included
✔ Gas Fireplace
✔ Huge glass windows with beautiful mountain views
✔ Laundry Room w/ Washer + Dryer (Small detergent provided)
✔ Cleaning products under kitchen sink
✔Shampoo/conditioner/body wash dispensers in each bathroom

THE EXTERIOR SPACE
✔ Newly installed hot tub covered in gazebo
✔Spacious deck w/ 8 Adirondack Chairs
✔Wood burning Solo stove (bring firewood)!
✔Propane tall heater for chilly nights
✔Grill with propane
✔Large flat yard for dog relief area

ADDITIONAL AMENITIES:

✔Luxury linens for each bed
✔ Towels and washcloths, note that resort pool provides beach towels and gym has hand towels
✔ 1 Paper towel roll
✔ Dish Soap
✔ 2 spare trash bags
✔ Laundry detergent for one wash
✔ 1 Toilet paper roll per bathroom

LOCAL AIRPORTS:
1. Asheville (AVL) - cheap flights on Allegiant from Florida
2. Greenville-Spartanburg (GSP)
​​​​​​​3. Charlotte-Douglas (CLT)

LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:
1. Riverside Stables - trail horse rides, which makes for a great family day :)
2. Canopy Ridge Farm- Ziplining!
3. Hiking: Chimney Rock State Park, Youngs Mountain, Rumbling Bald Loop, Upper Boulders Trail, Dittmer-Watts, Strawberry Gap, Thermal Belt Rail Trail, Catawba Falls, Chimney Rock trailhead off Boys Scout Camp Rd- Just 10 miles away and so worth it!
4. Wineries: Parker-Binns, Burntshirt, Point Lookout, Mountain Brook, Fae Nectar, and of course Biltmore Estate is 1 hour drive
5. Check out all of the Asheville breweries! They are renowned for a reason :)

LOCAL RESTAURANTS, in order of distance from house:
1. Legends on the Lake (Rumbling Bald) - views of lake
2. Gardens Restaurant (Rumbling Bald) - closed during winter
3. Victory Kitchen & Restaurant- breakfast
4. The Highlands Reserve Kitchen & Bar - live music and dog-friendly
5. Canoe Kitchen & Bar - live music, views of lake, and dog-friendly
6. LakeHouse Restaurant & Bar - views of lake, open every day
7. Appalachia Restaurant (Lodge on Lake Lure) - views of lake, reservations recommended
8. Lake Lure Inn/Veranda Restaurant and Moose & Goose Bar
9. Lured Market & Grill - live music and dog-friendly
10. LaStrata Italian - views of lake
11. Riverwatch Bar & Grill - views of river
12. Chimney Rock Smokehouse and Rooftop Restaurant - live music and dog-friendly

There is security camera on exterior of home, facing front driveway. None are active inside or back of home.