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Main level living, dining, kitchen looking towards the upper level loft.
Relax on sun deck.  Read a book, nap, or watch  golfers from 12th Tee to Green.
Summer day delight!
Main Level open floorplan living, dining, and kitchen space.
Main level living room features beautiful stone, wood burning fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Lake Lure, NC
  • Lake Lure
    8 min walk
  • Chimney Rock State Park
    7 min drive
  • Lake Lure Adventure Company
    17 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    63 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Lower Level Bedroom

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Main Level 2nd Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

Spacious Loft w/King Bed

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Game Room Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Walk to Lake / Resort Amenities! Watch Golf! Pool Table! Firepit for Smores!

The “Happy Shack” is conveniently located INSIDE THE GATE of the beautiful Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure. Its a great location! The renovated A-Frame house backs up to the 12th Green on the award-winning Bald Mountain Golf course. You can walk less than a half mile and be at the beach, resort pavilion, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, giant game courts. You can also drive and be at the amenities in no time. This driveway accommodates up to 4 vehicles which keeps your car off the road and safe from road traffic. There are no add on charges to run up the price of your stay.


Grill with gas and dine on the large wrap around porch. Choose to hang out on either the private, wooded side of the deck or the sunny side which is open to the lovely golf green. The cafe lights which surround the full deck provide a very magical, romantic atmosphere at night.

If you like golf, the lake, tennis, hiking, the mountains, and creating special time with family, this is the property for your vacation or weekend get-away!

You will enjoy the modern rustic appeal throughout the home. This is a fully furnished Kitchen with all cookware and dishware along with every needed kitchen appliance and utensil. You will have all you need and more during your stay.

Highspeed Internet is a huge benefit for our guests. Along with free, private Wi-Fi, the Happy Shack provides DirecTV with a Premier channel package and DVR feature so you do not miss your favorite programs while away from home. There are two big screen smart TVs, mesh Wi-Fi for whole house internet access, and a cell signal booster that also allows you to fully utilize your cell phone on the property both inside and out. If you need to be online for work or play during your stay, we make that possible with this high level of Internet/Cable/Phone technology.

You will be glad you chose to stay at The Happy Shack on Rumbling Bald Resort. Read the reviews! The property is outfitted with you, our future guest in mind. It is our desire that you have everything you need and that all creature comforts are available to you when you stay with us. You will relax! You will have fun! You will make priceless memories!

There are no add on charges to run up the price of your stay.

NOTE: Christmas, New Years, Easter, Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day require a 4 night minimum stay. The Summer season rents from Saturday - Saturday.

Favorite Home Features:
• 2400 SqFt renovated property; offers a modern / rustic décor with 2 stone fireplaces.
• The vibe is Comfy, Cozy, Cool!
• The house is always very clean!
• Walk to resort amenities – watch the golf tournament from the comfort of your deck.
• Private Wi-fi, Cable, Smart TVs, enhanced cell phone signal
• Firepit for enjoying smores with the kids or a nice relaxing fire chat.
• Private Wi-fi, Cable, Smart TVs, enhanced cell phone signal
• Sleeps 10 – 2 King; 2 Queen; 2 Twin mattresses
• 3 Full Baths – 2 on main level with bath tubs; 1 shower on lower level
• Large kitchen furnished with all large and small appliances, high quality cookware, and every available kitchen utensil. New cabinetry and pantry provide an abundance of food storage for your stay.
• Comfortable seating for 10 adults at dining table both inside and out.
• Open floorplan living on main level with stone fireplace.
• Very spacious and comfortable den and game room downstairs with resurfaced pool table for quality play, and another stone fireplace for those cold, winter nights. There is also a mini-fridge downstairs to keep your beverages close and cold.
• Large relaxing cabin loft featuring a king size bed and picture window showcasing the tree tops of the great outdoors. Mini-split Heating and Air for total loft comfort year-round.
• Large upper level wrap-around deck.
• Shaded wrap-around patio on lower level that overlooks the golf green and back yard garden.
• New Mattresses / Bedding / Linens / Towels
• Driveway parking for 4 vehicles.
• Convenient vacation location in the Golf Estates Residential section of Rumbling Bald Resort.
Ten Resort Access Passes are included in rental. There are market value resort fees for boat rental and Golf Course Reservations and nominal fees for Putt-Putt and sports equipment rental. All free and fee-based services are outlined in the Welcome Package provided at check-in to assure you take advantage of all the amenities of the resort and surrounding community.

Resort Amenities / Features:
• Beautiful Mountain and golf course views throughout the resort. Drive in and immediately feel your body and mind relax. This experience never fades!
• Hiking and Biking Trials
• Boat Rental / Pontoon, Kayak and SUP Rental
• Two 18-hole championship Golf Courses – Apple Valley and Bald Mountain Courses
• Two on-site restaurants including Legends on the Lake Restaurant and Bar
• 2 Outdoor Pools
• Outdoor Lazy River
• 1 Indoor Pool / Sauna / Jacuzzi
• Weight Room / Exercise Classes
• Full-Service Wellness Spa (appointments recommended)
• Tennis Courts / Basketball Courts / Giant Game Court
• Putt-Putt Course
• Horseshoes
• Lakeside Grills
• Resort hosted parties throughout the summer months and holidays and a community firepit by the lake for evening enjoyment.
• Day Camp for Kids throughout the summer months (sign-up/registration required)


Attractions to consider during your stay:
• Chimney Rock State Park
• Chimney Rock Village
• Asheville, NC
• Biltmore Estates
• Dupont State Park
• Tryon International Equestrian Center
• Black Mountain, NC
• Hendersonville, NC
• Linville Falls, NC

Additional Information:
The 75.00 Admin Fee is to cover adherence to the Check-out Policy and return of all 10 guest passes. It is 100% refundable. No other fees charged by owner.

This is our personal family vacation home and we manage it. Your vacation is important to us and we want you to tell your friends about us and make a return trip. Please feel free to inquire if you have any special needs for your reservation or during your stay. We will do our best to accommodate all reasonable requests.

No smoking permitted inside!
Sorry, no pets.

***You agree to the following stipulations upon booking:***

Indemnification and Hold Harmless Policy – Guest and their other house occupants agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Owner for any liabilities, damage, cost or expense whatsoever arising from or related to any claim in connection with your use and/or occupancy of the Vacation Rental, including, but not limited to, any claim or liability for personal injury, damage, loss of personal belongings or theft of property which is made, incurred or sustained by you and/or anyone you invite to use the Vacation Rental as your guest. You stay and play at your own risk. Guests and their other house occupants agree to exercise caution in the pool and pool area, on the deck areas, and stairways. All furnishings and equipment provided are maintained to the best of our ability but since Owner has no control over what guests do or how things are used, Owner cannot guarantee functionality or safety. It is the responsibility of the guest(s) to take caution before using anything and to immediately notify the Owner if an item is not functioning properly or appears to be unsafe. Non-functioning amenities will be repaired as soon as reasonably possible therefore there is no refund promised.

Arbitration -All claims or disputes between the Guest and the Owner arising out of or relating to the Contract Agreements shall be decided by arbitration in accordance with the Construction Industry Arbitration Rules of the American Arbitration Association currently in effect unless the parties mutually agree otherwise. The award rendered by the arbitrator or arbitrators shall be final, and judgment may be entered upon it in accordance with applicable law in any court having jurisdiction thereof. If the Owner prevails the Guest shall be liable to the Owner for attorney’s fees and costs incurred by the Owner.

Property manager

Frances Phillips
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Home is NOT childproofed. Guests are responsible.

Events

No events allowed
Small gatherings must be approved in writing.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
If you book, you agree to the Indemnification and Hold Harmless Policy included in the Property Description located at the bottom of the Vrbo Listing.
All Trash should be removed by guests at checkout.
The Pool Table is for adult play only. There is a 300.00 charge for table damage and/or table movement .

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Small gatherings must be approved in writing.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lake Lure

Located in Lake Lure, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on a river. Right Track Toy Train Museum and Mountain Gateway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Canopy Ridge Farm and Riverside Riding Stables. Travelling with kids? Consider Lake Lure Adventure Company and Lake Lure Beach and Water Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Lake Lure, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Lure - 8 min walk
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 7 min drive
  • Lake Lure Beach and Water Park - 26 min drive
  • Lake Lure Flowering Bridge - 27 min drive
  • Chimney Rock Village Riverwalk - 30 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪La Strada At Lake Lure - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Geneva Riverside Lodging and Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Coffee on the Rocks - ‬30 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Walk to Lake / Resort Amenities! Watch Golf! Pool Table! Firepit for Smores! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Walk to Lake / Resort Amenities! Watch Golf! Pool Table! Firepit for Smores! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Lake / Resort Amenities! Watch Golf! Pool Table! Firepit for Smores!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Lake / Resort Amenities! Watch Golf! Pool Table! Firepit for Smores!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Lake / Resort Amenities! Watch Golf! Pool Table! Firepit for Smores! located?

This family-friendly Lake Lure holiday home is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Lure and Chimney Rock State Park. Canopy Ridge Farm and Riverside Riding Stables are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house in Lake lure
If you want the perfect stay at an incredible house, then this is your place. Perfect for a family vacation with your extended family. Great location and many bedrooms. Clean and the owner was super friendly! Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

HOLLY S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just needed a getaway
Perfect long weekend trip. Host was nice and quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for whole family
Made a last minute reservation for a family trip with two young toddlers. Location was ideal and close to everything the resort has to offer. Home was clean, thoughtfully stocked, and with plenty of room. Owner was quick and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Shack
We had a wonderful time at the Happy Shack. The only downfall was the week went by way too fast! Fran was amazing to communicate with. I would highly recommend this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun at Happy Shack
Fabulous stay!! Loved the location close to resort amenities. Great deck area. Especially liked watching the golfers and grounds crew (our two toddler boys loved the tractors). Very well equipped kitchen. We all had a great time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake week for the win
We love lake lure we have been vacationing for 10 years here. The house was a great place to stay! Comfortable beds lots of kitchen essentials great view and outdoor space! Perfect distance to the lake and pool. Overall great time
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Experience
Fran made everything very easy from beginning to end. House is in a great location and is fully stocked with basic everyday cooking and cleaning items.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Spot
Fantastic property. Had a great time with my family. My daughter loved the pool and beach at rumbling bald. My dad enjoyed the property being on the 12th green. My mom loved the kitchen. My wife and I loved the fact that everyone was having a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jennifer
House was super clean, kitchen was well stocked for cooking.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

claire b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great family weekend
We had a great, short family getaway weekend. Didn’t do much but hang at the house but it was a nice change of scenery. The house is well stocked with everything you’d need. The beds and mattresses were comfortable and configured perfectly for families with small children.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding Property - Will definitely return
Thank you for an amazing New Year's family trip home base! We loved the home in ever way. The location on #12 green was awesome. Being from a warm climate, we stayed in and cooked a lot and we found that the kitchen utensils were of very good quality, unlike many rentals where they just buy chintzy kitchen tools. The pool table downstairs was a big hit as well. The day we come back to the area, we will definitely book here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deidra W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Vacation
Fran Philips was the best host you could ask for. They home was so beautiful and welcoming. We when there for Christmas vacation and she had the house decorated for the holidays to where all we had to do was show up. All of the rooms had comfort bed and linens. Kitchen was well stocked. We can’t wait to go back next year. Also the view was amazing!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful visit
This house was perfect for our family Thanksgiving. The location was beautiful with lovely views, and the resort amenities were so much fun for all ages. The kitchen had excellent cookware and everything we needed for our meals. The bedding was also plush and super comfortable. The teens thoroughly enjoyed the game room, and the awesome TV to watch all of the college football games. We definitely hope to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Happy Shack is great!
Beautiful, fully stocked house. Great wrap around deck for relaxing and watching the golfers! Comfortable beds and couches and adequate parking. Owner was great to work with and easy to reach when we had questions! Being at the Rumbling Bald resort also afforded us use of an indoor pool - a bonus in October! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sydney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WOW!
This house had a great view and everything you could possibly need for your stay. We had several different family members staying with us so it was nice that there was 3 different levels to the house with bedrooms and bathrooms. The downstairs with the pool table and balcony was the best place to be during our stay. I would recommend this place to anyone! I will note that the stairs to go downstairs and upstairs are steep and not very suitable for the elderly, so just keep that in mind! We are so thankful for Fran!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pine Top Crew Vacation
From check in to check out we had a very seamless experience. The house and property was very clean. The kitchen was stocked with very nice cookware and utensils. The beds were comfy and the linens were soft and if good quality (something you don’t find with most rentals). Fran was very responsive to our questions- not even about the house but about local attractions and activities. We will be back! Thank you for a great vacation spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Kaitlin M., Charleston, SC

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway on the 12th hole!
The location of this house was beautiful! It’s on the pool and beach side of Rumbling Bald Resort, which we loved. The outdoor patio was great with children because there was no way for the kids to get off from outside. Fran did a fantastic job of stocking the house with all the extras we could have needed, from Tupperware to pots and pans and even a crockpot and instapot! We would have liked a vacuum to clean up after the kids a little easier and the living room rug could be replaced but other than that, we had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Lure Vacation
This was our first visit to Lake Lure and western North Carolina. We really enjoyed staying at the Happy Shack. There was plenty of room for our family. There were plenty of nice plush towels which I appreciate and the beds were comfortable. The resort of Rumbling on Bald was a great place to stay due to the amenities such as the pool, beach, tennis courts, pickleball and golf.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Lure Getaway
We enjoyed our stay at Lake Lure and the Happy Shack was great for our group. Owner was responsive to any needs we had. AND we got to see the bear!! He visited us one evening as we were eating dinner in the kitchen. We all viewed him on the railing of the deck. Accomodations were great.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

John C., Medford, MA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent community. Clean and comfy house as described. Great amenities all close by
Very nice spot for a family vacation. Host Fran was very communicative and friendly. House was clean and comfortable. Great deck for watching the 12th hole. Super close to beach, pool and wellness center. Would recommend and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Family Vacay 2023
Our family took our first Lake vacation this year at Lake Lure and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this home. It was well appointed, especially the kitchen!!! The beds were comfortable and we had alot of room to escape to if we needed any quite time. We loved the wrap around deck and got to see a bear at least twice across the way! Loved all the amenities that Rambling Bald had to offer....tennis, the pool, especially the Lazy River, the Lake, Golf....everything so close. We took the Lake Lure Scenic Boat Tour and we highly recommend that. We learned so much about the lake and how it came to be. We ventured out of the resort and enjoyed a 2 hour horseback ride, visited Souther/Williams winery, and took our 3 year grandson to pan for gems. We had a wonderful time and would definitely rent this house again. Thank you so much for your hospitality!!!! Nancy and David Wallace Greensboro, NC
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A WEEK AT THE HAPPY SHACK
We very much enjoyed our week at The Happy Shack. Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure has so many things to do for all ages. We hope to plan another vacation for next summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kalie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy place
Had a wonderful time! Frances was easy to communicate with and responded quickly to my texts/emails. Enjoyed most of the amenities that were available and all were great! Hope to make it back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay at Lake Lure
The Happy Shack was a great place to relax and play! The home had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Our host gave us all the information we needed to check in and get settled. The resort amenities were fantastic. Lots of activities for all ages. I highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Frances Phillips

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In 2016, a family membered purchased a cabin in Rumbling Bald Resort. We had never visited the area but immediately fell in love with Rumbling Bald Resort and the Lake Lure area of Western NC. In 2018, my husband and I purchased The Happy Shack located on the golf course and began a large interior renovation. The house is now mostly new but we maintained and enhanced its original mountain cabin vibe. We love
our Happy Shack and hope our guests will too.

Why they chose this property

Why this property? My top 4 reasons why you should choose The Happy Shack:
1 - It is a comfy cozy newly renovated mountain home located on an award winning 18-hole Golf Course which is inside the gates of a beautiful historic resort which built around the shores of Lake Lure. The location is perfect!

There is something for all ages to enjoy everyday! Play, swim, hike, play tennis, putt-putt, play basketball, utilize the restaurant & bar, play golf, watch golf, or just kick back and relax!

We believe that when guests spend their hard earned money for a vacation rental, it should be clean, comfortable, and well stocked with everything a family may need while on a short or week long vacation. We want you to feel at home and have everything required to enjoy your stay.

If you have any questions, please make an inquiry through Vrbo. It is our pleasure to answer any questions you may have.

Russ and Fran Phillips
Wake Forest, NC

What makes this property unique

A great place for family fun year-round!

Take day trips throughout western NC or stay on the resort and take advantage of the full package of vacation fun amenities. There is so much to do if you want to stay busy or do nothing while surrounded the beauty of Lake Lure and the mountains that surround it.

The Happy Shack is the perfect property for golfers and their non-golfing family and friends when they play at Rumbling Bald Resort!

Attending a Wedding at Rumbling Bald Resort? Stay at The Happy Shack. It is a clean, comfortable space for your family to enjoy before, during, and after the wedding festivities.

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English

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