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Dog-friendly lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 13192.6 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Lake Junaluska, NC
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    3 min drive
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    3 min drive
  • Blue Ridge Health - Haywood
    4 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    39 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Dog-friendly lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC

Bishops Retreat

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Step inside this grand home and you'll feel right at home! This charming, cabin-inspired haven is perfect for coming together and relaxing, especially if you're in the mood for sitting around the firepit. The flagstone patio might be your favorite place to be - though there's also always room around the indoor gas fireplace. So many comfortable spaces fill this home, with so many spots for everyone to settle in together. Take in gorgeous lake and mountain views from the living room's window seat. The nearby full kitchen is outfitted for any chef, featuring a special coffee station, a double oven, and a prep island that doubles as a table for casual meals. The lounge on the lowest floor is the perfect place for a game night, and the second full kitchen downstairs will keep snacks and beverages coming all night. The luxuries keep coming inside the bedrooms, where guests can enjoy curated decor and comfortable beds. The main bedroom of the home includes a personal library available for guest use, in addition to an ensuite bathroom featuring both a stone standalone shower and a soaking tub. Guests of this home will be close to numerous outdoor attractions, from Mount Pisgah to the Biltmore Estate. But you'll always have a great base to return to at this home.

SHARED AMENITIES
Pool (Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend)
Tennis court
Basketball court

THINGS TO KNOW
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Lake Junaluska

Located in Lake Junaluska, this holiday home is on a lake. Cataloochee Ski Area and Lake Junaluska Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Queen's Farm Stables and Waynesville Recreation Center. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are also worth visiting. Kayaking, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Lake Junaluska, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 3 min drive
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 3 min drive
  • Queen's Farm Stables - 5 min drive
  • Waynesville Recreation Center - 6 min drive
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Singletree Heritage Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Blue Rooster Southern Grill - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly lakefront mountain home with WiFi, extensive kitchen, & central AC located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Lake Junaluska Golf Course and within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and Blue Ridge Health - Haywood. Haywood Regional Medical Center and Queen's Farm Stables are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Mary O.

Girls Trip
This house was perfect for a girls trip. It is spacious with comfortable beds, great kitchen, and wonderful porch overlooking Lake Junaluska.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

marian h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

David S.

A great place to stay for a sizable group
Clean and functional
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Adam G.

A great fit for our extended family vacation
We enjoyed our stay at Bishops Retreat in early August 2024. Our party was composed of 8 adults (4 couples) and 4 children, and the configuration of rooms (sleeping / bathrooms / lounging) worked really well. One of the basement rooms in particular was quite large and had a kitchenette and breakfast table, though the bunk beds were not stable enough to use when we arrived. Another thing we really loved was the location - it was less than a 5-minute walk from the pool and recreation area. Other reviewers noted that the stove had issues; we are happy to report that the stovetop was fully operational and worked well. Very convenient for us, because we cooked every night. We did notice that the chef’s knives were fairly dull and we regretted not bringing a knife sharpener. A few small items would have made the stay even better: the main high-traffic areas were pretty clean but some of our party with dust sensitivities developed some mild symptoms by the end of our stay. I’m recommending that the owner perform more frequent deep cleanings of areas that receive less traffic but still collect dust, such as underneath furniture and in corners. All in all we enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend Bishops Retreat to other parties who can take advantage of the bigger space.

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountains are calling
Excellent house with all amenities... perfect location for walking to the pool, the courts and canoeing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Howard B.

Bishops Retreat exceeded expectations. Most well equipped rental we’ve ever been to. Upon arriv...
Bishops Retreat exceeded expectations. Most well equipped rental we’ve ever been to. Upon arrival entry was easy and as described in instructions. Check out was also effortless. Celebrated our 40th anniversary with our children and three grandchildren so 10 of us in all. Layout of the house allowed us all to have separate space but also come together for gathering. Thanks so much!

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Wedding weekend
We got married in the chapel and one family stayed for the weekend and then we stayed a couple of extra days to relax. We loved the space and layout and view. We made some great pictures at the house and front porch before the ceremony. The house was perfect for us!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Amazing view and location. Plenty of space
We love coming to Lake Junaluska and staying here!

10/10 Excellent

Katharyne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful!
This was a wonderful house for our yearly trip with four old friends. The house is beautiful, extremely clean and comfortable. The kitchen is very well stocked and a joy to cook in. But, our most favorite feature of the house is the wonderful covered porch where we could sit, relax, and watch the parade of people, dogs, and wildlife as they made their way around the lake shore path!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Wonderful home.
A group of 9 ladies stayed here for a retreat. It was perfect for us. There was a large gathering area for us to be together but enough space to spread out also. It is beautifully furnished and well appointed with amenities. Large kitchen and fantastic porch with a lovely view. We'll be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

Beautiful Home and Location
We thoroughly enjoyed our week in this beautiful home.

10/10 Excellent

TBell F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
1st Family Mountain Trip
The location was perfect. We loved the 2 story cabin home. Everything was profided down to the forks and spoons. Gas stove. We absolutely loved. Plenty of room for 12 of my family members. Home was warm, nice and cozy. They only thing we disappointing, was the lake. We brung along fishing equipment and the lake was drained. I was worried when we arrived because we was unaware and had never seen anything like that before. A bit scary. I'm glad the lake will be filled with water by April for Easter. We shall make plans to return and catch some fish next time.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karyn J.

We loved our stay at Bishops Retreat!!
The home is beautiful, roomy and well appointed! The location is perfect too!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is an amazing home
Absolutely beautiful view of the lake
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Vickie M.

Perfection
This property was perfect for our multi generational weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Marty N.

Modern Tranquility with Amazing Lake and Mountain Views
Bishops retreat offers a large rental home that has very nice and amenities, luxury kitchen and baths, and, picturesque relaxing areas both inside and out. Very clean and well appointed vacation residence. Feels like you are enjoying a vacation in your “own” lakeside vacation lodge….and, in fact you are!!!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jo W.

Amazing Stay!
Wonderful views and location. Had literally everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Shawn E.

Wonderful house!
Plenty of space with great amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lynne D.

Amazing House
We loved our stay, well appointed, lots of space, great amenities like a firepit and kayaks. Highly recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Kristy M.

Wonderful House with the Perfect Location
We really enjoyed our stay at Bishop’s Retreat, on Lake Junaluska. The listing doesn’t do the location justice. It is located right on the lake. You can walk, fish, kayak, and enjoy wildlife steps away from the front door. The house was family friendly and had everything we needed, including a canoe, paddle boards, and kayaks. The house was clean and full of neat outdoor themed decor. There’s a TON of space and it’s really cozy. We will definitely be back next year! The stove wasn’t working, but they did include hot plates to cook on. This was just a minor inconvenience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Angie F.

Beautiful Home
Loved our Third stay at Bishop’s Retreat. Comfortable Home with all you need to accommodate a big Family. Nothing can match sitting on the porch taking in the views and sounds of Lake Junaluska. The best house on the lake!

10/10 Excellent

Kay M., Niceville, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Beautiful beyond words
Beautiful home. There were 13 of us! 3 were 90 years plus! Great home for 3 generations to stay in. It had everything we needed. The view is worth a million dollars. A well cared for home.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

4/10 Poor

jessie c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely bungalow
No one told us the lake would be drained. So paying a premium to be on the water then arrive to a smelly, muddy dry mess was very disappointing. I wish so much someone would have let me know that was going to be the case. I would not have rented the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house and view
Very nice house views of the lake and mountains
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Terry and Daisy S.

Gathering Place
A wonderful way to bring family together to celebrate and make memories.

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