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COZY-TOTALLY RENOVATED RETREAT - OVERLOOKING LAKE JUNALUSKA! LET HOPE ABOUND!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lake Junaluska, NC
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Queen's Farm Stables
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 5

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

COZY-TOTALLY RENOVATED RETREAT - OVERLOOKING LAKE JUNALUSKA! LET HOPE ABOUND!

Welcome to LET HOPE ABOUND! Whether you are looking for comfort while on a golf trip with the whole crew, need a place for your family at a local wedding, hikers/skiers & kayakers want a comfy spot to land at the end of the tiring day, or just need a place big enough for the whole family for the holidays and/or family reunions....you have found your spot! We will not bother you with many rules, but one we have to enforce is NO PETS ALLOWED. We do that so that all guests can be comfortable and not be concerned with pet allergies. Thank you for your understanding!

From the moment you walk up the steps and you see the oversized front porch facing Lake Junaluska, you know you are home. As you enter the front door of this newly renovated 100+ year old home, the stone fireplace & gorgeous stairway greets you with warmth & hospitality. The dining room to your right that seats 10 says "I am ready to serve you!" As you pass thru the Butlers Pantry with beverage fridge and glass front cabinets into the gourmet kitchen, you realize you have found the heart of the home. While hosting a wall of windows overlooking the Smokies in the distance, this kitchen can accommodate the best of cooks, as well as the cooking novice. Between the beautiful cabinetry, stainless upscale appliances, including a pot filler, quartz countertops and the gorgeous live edge shelving and center island that seats four, you have plenty of room to cook, create, serve, chat & let those helping you cook, have a drink at island while you steal the show! Off the kitchen is a large deck for grilling and enjoying the view! Thru a short hallway by the staircase, that leads you to an amazing primary suite downstairs, which ensuite includes marble flooring, large double vanity, private water closet, spacious shower and walk-in closet! And, now, finally, you get to climb the gorgeous staircase that leads to an upstairs landing that offers 3 full ensuites and an adorable bunk room for the kids, or kids at heart, with twin beds. Each room has the original windows and views that bring the outside in....

As for outdoor space and fun, as mentioned earlier, there is a deck off the back of the home ready for grilling and sipping. Also there is a firepit area with large rocks for extra seating, but adorondacks for more comfy seating while making your smores. Whether you want to try your hand at tug of war or corn hole, that choice is yours. But enjoying that peaceful view off the back is one of my favorite things to do!

If you want to go for a swim in the community pool, or try your hand at pickle ball or tennis, putt putt or other activities that the Lake Junaluska community has to offer, there is a family pass for 6 that allows all of that free of charge. Canoes and kayaks can be rented as well. Lake Junaluska's Golf Course is right across the street from the main entrance and there are several other golf courses within a few miles away. Go into charming Waynesville and tour some local shops and enjoy the local eateries and ice cream at Kilwins! Maggy Valley is right down the road as well other adorable and quaint towns that offer so much fun for exploring and finding that perfect antique! Lots of options for white water rafting, but don't overlook the Nantahala Outdoor Center - Nantahala River Rafting.

This home was built in 1916 and we are only the second family to own this property. We were honored with the task of bringing laughter, love and hope back to these four walls that were ready for that next phase. This renovation project began in 2022 and it has truly been a labor of love, taken a little longer than expected, but we think the end result has been worth it. We hope you enjoy your stay and truly LET HOPE ABOUND while you vist our Lake Junaluska home....that would make our heart happy!

Property manager

Mona Wilson
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Lake Junaluska

Located in Lake Junaluska, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Pisgah National Forest, while LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography and Wheels Through Time Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Queen's Farm Stables and Waynesville Recreation Center.
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Lake Junaluska, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Queen's Farm Stables - 5 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Waynesville Recreation Center - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 13 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Haywood Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Singletree Heritage Kitchen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does COZY-TOTALLY RENOVATED RETREAT - OVERLOOKING LAKE JUNALUSKA! LET HOPE ABOUND! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is COZY-TOTALLY RENOVATED RETREAT - OVERLOOKING LAKE JUNALUSKA! LET HOPE ABOUND! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at COZY-TOTALLY RENOVATED RETREAT - OVERLOOKING LAKE JUNALUSKA! LET HOPE ABOUND!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at COZY-TOTALLY RENOVATED RETREAT - OVERLOOKING LAKE JUNALUSKA! LET HOPE ABOUND!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is COZY-TOTALLY RENOVATED RETREAT - OVERLOOKING LAKE JUNALUSKA! LET HOPE ABOUND! located?

This family-friendly Lake Junaluska holiday home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center, Lake Junaluska Golf Course and Blue Ridge Health - Haywood. Queen's Farm Stables and Waynesville Recreation Center are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alesia s.

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

Fabulous, Beautiful, Property

So much more than we ever thought. So well appointed. From the porch with the view of the Lake, to the comfortable living room to the five star kitchen. Each bedroom with fabulous beds and beautiful bathrooms. A guest felt like royalty. We did not want to say good bye.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Awesome

Our stay as usual was awesome. This is our third time staying at Hope Abound and we love it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allana M.

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

Beautiful place to enjoy Lake Junaluska

The owners of this beautiful renovated home maintained the charm of a home built 100 years ago while giving it an incredible designer look with all modern conveniences throughout every room of the house. The kitchen is amazing and had everything we needed to prepare meals for our large family. We so enjoyed socializing and reading on the deep front porch with a lake view. It was just perfect!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

A perfect family get-away!

We so enjoyed our week in this beautiful home! It was just as lovely and elegant and comfortable as it looks in the photos. We made good use of the kitchen and the front porch and the fire pit in the backyard. The beds were so comfy, our grand boys LOVED the kids’ room, and there was plenty of room for our big family! Lake Junaluska was cool in the heat of summer and a great landing spot for day trips out. We walked around the lake nearly every day. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

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

Annual golf outing

Beautifully updated home with great view and access too all Lake Junaluska offers. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug D.

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

Hope Spectacularly exceeds expectations

We’ve rented various houses in the lake Junaluska area since 1992. Hands-down, this House was the best! It has been totally renovated with all modern appliances. It’s totally clean and fresh. We will only stay here in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eddie W.

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

Beautiful, relaxing place of respite!

This beautiful home was not only aesthetically pleasing but so incredibly comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked for preparing meals, the beds were comfortable, everything was exceptionally clean. The front porch provided such a wonderful place to relax and enjoy God‘s beauty. The hosts were very easy to work with and available immediately with any needs! There is a nice coffee shop and crêpe restaurant right on the property of Lake Junaluska. Waynesville, which is just a few minutes away, has plenty of restaurants, coffee shops, and shopping! If you download the All Trails app, you can access many beautiful hikes and waterfalls close by to the area. This is an exceptional home for a wonderful respite!
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

The PERFECT stay!

My work colleagues and I were at Lake J for the WNC Annual Conference. This was the PERFECT house for our group! Four of the bedrooms have private bathrooms, which is great for non-family members staying together. The location was perfect because it is so close to Stuart Auditorium and the other conference locations. And the house itself is BEAUTIFUL, comfortable and well-equipped. If you are going to Lake J, you would do yourself a disservice by NOT looking into this beautiful home. I believe this so much that we have already made our reservations to stay here again next year, and can't wait!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheri B.

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

Great house

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at this house. It’s a beautiful house with many little extra attention to details. We especially enjoyed the front porch and the view of the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristy S.

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

Perfect Getaway

This home is absolutely gorgeous! The house is well equipped and has everything you need! The furnishings are beautiful and comfortable. The porch is amazing with a beautiful view and comfortable seating! We all loved this home and can’t wait to return! If you are looking for a beautiful, comfortable and luxurious home on the lake, this is it!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Fabulous

This is our second time staying at Let Hope Abound. We love the house and the location. The property owners are awesome and know how to make your stay warm and inviting. You can’t ask for a better place to stay and the view is beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

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

Friends weekend in NC

Our stay at “Let Hope Abound” at Lake Junaluska near Waynesville NC was awesome. Great location and the house was as warm and welcoming as advertised. It had everything and more needed for our long weekend. Our very gracious hosts communicated well and answered questions quickly. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam H.

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

Let Hope Abound

SPECTACULAR! This is the only word that comes to mind to describe this property. This home exceeded our expectations. The amenities and attention to detail from the host have been well thought out. Our family of 10 felt very comfortable and not crowded, the home is very spacious. It’s a very convenient location as well. We will book again! Thank you for a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda S.

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

A beautiful place

We felt the coziness of home but in such a beautiful place! Plenty of room for our family and lots of attention to details!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Thanksgiving retreat

Our family loved this beautiful house. Everyone had their own bedroom and bathroom. The kitchen was amazing; the living room was perfectly cozy. Great view of the lake and mountains from the front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Ginny N.

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

70th Bday celebration with family

Beautiful spacious, newly renovated, warm, cozy, felt like home. Sunset on the lake view from front porch spectacular. Family enjoyed evenings around the fire pit!! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary S.

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

Gorgeous!!!

The property is gorgeous!! We thoroughly enjoyed staying there and will return in the near future. The owners were wonderful to work with and went above and beyond what you could ever expect. The kitchen was well furnished with everything you would need to cook a meal and then some. Nice neighborhood. Close to Waynesville and grocery stores. The decor was outstanding. I just can't say enough! It was awesome!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mona Wilson

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