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Thistle Ridge - Lake Adger Lakefront, Big Views!

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Gas fireplace on the main level
Welcome to Thistle Ridge!
Lake Adger
2 Kayaks and a flat bottom boat for your use while staying at Thistle Ridge
Outdoor firepit

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8223.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

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Mill Spring, NC
  • Green River
    1 min walk
  • Lake Adger
    1 min walk
  • Parker-Binns Vineyard
    14 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    44 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Lower-level bedroom three

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Lower-level bedroom two

1 King Bed

Lower level master bedroom

1 King Bed

Main level master bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower level hall bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower level master bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main level half bath

Toilet

Main level master bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

Thistle Ridge - Lake Adger Lakefront, Big Views!

No Pets, No Exceptions.

LAKEFRONT | HOT TUB | INTERNET | ROMANTIC | FIREPLACE | PRIVATE VIEWS

Thistle Ridge is a stunning mountain lake home on Lake Adger that offers the splendor reserved for magazine pictorials! Offering four bedrooms, three full baths, and one-half bath, sleeps up to 8 comfortably and is awaiting your and your family's arrival (sorry, no four-legged family members). This home showcases some of the finest views and perfect sunset viewings from 2 large lake-facing covered porches.

Open concept living with beautiful stone fireplace and hardwood flooring on the main level with Large Master Suite with king bed. The lower level has super nice stained concrete flooring and three more bedrooms, one with a king bed and private bath, another with a king bed, and one with full and two twin-size beds. This level also has a gathering area with a large stone fireplace and a large Hot Tub on the back patio. There is also a really cool swing and hammock on the back patio to relax and enjoy the views!

Super comfortable throughout to kick back and enjoy your time at Lake Adger. This amazing home is 11.7 miles to Chimney Rock State Park, 11 miles to the Beach at Lake Lure, and 7.5 miles to the Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC).

If you are feeling energetic and looking for a fun activity, this home offers two kayaks and a flat-bottom boat for your use near the water, which has a deep water boat dock. There is a new 4-seat pedal boat with a sun canopy, too! It takes a bit of energy getting back up to the house as it's 124 steps, but great exercise and has lots of pretty views to stop, catch your breath, and enjoy along the way. We've heard the fishing is pretty great at Lake Adger!

Get your family and friends cooking in the gourmet kitchen, or go out on the large patio and grill under the stars. Relax on the deck, enjoy nature's sounds, and take in the incredible views. This home is well equipped if traveling with little ones; there is a Pack N Play, basinet, safety gate at stairs, high chair, booster seat, and portable play yard.

Conveniently Located
In addition to all that Lake Adger offers, Thistle Ridge is about 11 miles from Lake Lure Beach, Chimney Rock State Park, and the village. National Geographic Magazine ranked Lake Lure as one of the top scenic lakes in the world. There are water sport rental options (kayaks, wakeboards, boats, etc.) and pontoon tours of the lake.

The iconic Chimney Rock, for which the village and State Park were named, was featured in Arthur Frommer`s Sept/Oct 2012 issue of Budget Travel magazine. The park received the platinum award for Favorite State Park in Blue Ridge Country’s 2013 Best of the Mountains travel poll, with voting every five years and covering seven southern states in the Appalachian Mountains. Several excellent golf courses are nearby, including Apple Valley Golf Course, Bald Mountain Golf Course, and Etowah Valley Country Club and Golf Resort, which Golf Digest rated as one of the top 50 golf destinations in the US.

This home is located just 30 minutes from Bat Cave, 40 minutes from Hendersonville, 55 minutes from Asheville, and about 1.5 hours from Charlotte, North Carolina. Also nearby are Pisgah National Forest (less than 1 hour from Lake Lure), which has over 500,000 acres of protected forest, and DuPont State Recreational Forest (1.25 hours from Lake Lure) with over 10,000 acres. These forests feature hundreds of miles of hiking, biking, horse trails, exquisite waterfalls, and beautiful mountaintop views. If you and/or your children are fans of The Hunger Games book and movie, a scene with Katniss and Gale was shot at the Pisgah National Forest. A few small but significant scenes were also filmed at the DuPont State Recreational Forest.

The Lake Lure/Chimney Rock/Mill Spring area is conveniently situated for outdoor adventure, including horseback riding, tubing, water sports, hiking, museums, and theater, the Biltmore Estate and Village, shopping and restaurants, and so much more.

Perfect Getaway for Every Season
Thistle Ridge is perfect for every season! Enjoy the beautiful snowy weather in the winter, where a cozy mountain home feels just right. Stay warm by the fireplace or relax in the jetted tub in the master bath. Visit in the summer when the weather is perfect all the time, and you can enjoy the soothing summer breezes and beautiful sunsets from the scenic porch overlook. No matter the season, this mountain home and the beautiful area will provide you with a weekend getaway or vacation that you and your loved ones will never forget!

Be Our Guest
Just pack some clothes, pick up some groceries (shopping nearby), and then enjoy all Thistle Ridge offers. If you visit once, we are confident that you will return for the beauty, fun, comfort, and hospitality. We look forward to you being our guest.

AREA WIDE NOTICE: Lake Lure will undergo a drawdown from January 1st, 2025, through the first quarter of 2025 (March 31st). The lake will begin to be lowered by approximately 1 foot per day until 12 feet have been reached. Infrastructure maintenance, dredging, and dam projects will be expedited during this time frame. These efforts by the Town of Lake Lure may affect access to the lake and restrict any lake usage. For more information, click here. The lake will likely be back up to normal levels by mid to late April. While we understand this is an inconvenience, this does allow you to enjoy the full beauty of Lake Lure in the fall and holiday season. This will not affect LAKE ADGER or the smaller lakes in the area, only Lake Lure itself.

This home decorates for Christmas.

Smoking is prohibited in all of our vacation rental homes.
Pets are not allowed in this home or on the property.
Parking for 3-4 vehicles.
Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. local time or anytime later.
Check-out time is 10:00 a.m. local time or anytime earlier.

Note: Cancellation policies may vary on various marketing sites, but it is ALWAYS most affordable to book directly with us at Carolina Properties. Booking direct also enables a guest loyalty discount, available across our many properties upon your second stay.

Property manager

Carolina Properties - Lake Lure NC
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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
Allowed

Events

No events allowed
No Parties or Events Allowed

Pets

No pets allowed
No Pets, No Exceptions

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking or vaping in any of our homes
The rental agreement must be read and electronically signed by the person making the reservation.
By making this reservation you agree to communicate via email and text message as necessary regarding your booking.
Pets are allowed only on certain properties that indicate they are pet-friendly.

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: No Parties or Events Allowed
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mill Spring

Located in Mill Spring, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine and Cleghorn Plantation Golf and Country Club are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chimney Rock State Park and Blue Wall Preserve. Lake Lure Adventure Company and Lake Lure Beach and Water Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mill Spring, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Adger - 1 min walk
  • Parker-Binns Vineyard - 14 min drive
  • Lake Lure - 16 min drive
  • Tryon International Equestrian Center - 18 min drive
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Brick Pizziaria Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Iron Key Brewing - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thistle Ridge - Lake Adger Lakefront, Big Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Thistle Ridge - Lake Adger Lakefront, Big Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thistle Ridge - Lake Adger Lakefront, Big Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thistle Ridge - Lake Adger Lakefront, Big Views! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps away from Green River and Lake Adger. Parker-Binns Vineyard and House of Flags Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thistle Ridge
Excellent home. We love our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Athena Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
The place was stunning and cozy. Clean and well stocked. The host was gracious and responsive. Only suggestions are screens on the doors and windows so that fresh air can get in without bugs.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Mountain Cabin!
We stayed at this cabin over the Thanksgiving weekend and it was perfect for us! Spacious, clean, well-stocked, plus gorgeous mountain views! The check-in and check-out instructions were simple and clear. The neighborhood is secluded and private but also close to town for easy access to shopping and food. The drive into the neighborhood is steep and winding, so make sure you have a car that can handle mountain roads. We truly enjoyed our stay and will definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home!
We had a wonderful weekend at Thistle Ridge! The property manager was immediately responsive when we had a few questions. Beds are comfortable; bathrooms were clean; and having two living spaces really helped. The hot tub was a hit! We tried our hand at fishing on the dock but didn't have any success. It was fun trying though! Great property overall!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place.
We were in town for a wedding, and the house was everything it was advertised to be. The views were great, and the house was spotless when we arrived. Great place to stay with my family!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
Good location only a few minutes from tubing and other water adventures and a few minutes to Lake Lure. Very difficult stair climb from the water. Has all the amenities though. Property is fairly new, area is very quiet. Whoever came by at checkout was an amazing person, very friendly, helped us make sure we grabbed a bag we forgot!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
The property was wonderful! We loved the house, view, hot tub, and fire pit! Our grandchildren especially enjoyed the hot tub with us, their grandparents. The house was very clean with plenty of towels, etc… The kitchen had every imaginable appliance needed. We walked, played games, and just enjoyed being together in such a pretty, peaceful, and comfortable house. A big thank you to the owners and Carolina Properties!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving gathering
Our family travelled from all across the country to spend Thanksgiving together. This was also our family Christmas. The house has spectacular views and great amenities -- perfect fall colors greeted you every morning! We all really enjoyed the hot tub. In warmer months, the kayaks would no doubt get lots of use, too. The only concern we had was the HUGE hill in the driveway. One of us has a manual transmission car. We made it, but would have liked to have known and been prepared for that beforehand.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

claire R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Lake Adger location
This home is really nice and the lake is great. We were happy to take the sea kayaks out and jump off the rocks around the bend. Super nice community and when we had questions, property manager was available. They've got a great set-up for infants and babies, too. Lots of gear ;) Location is close enough to an Ingles to be convenient and did I mention the Lake is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great experience!
This rental was very clean with a great location, the whole checkin/checkout process was very easy and made the whole experience very enjoyable. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily V., Cary, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, serene stay
We had a wonderful stay with our family. The home was perfect for staying with grandparents as well and the kids loved jumping in the lake, boating, fishing and using the hot tub. Everything we needed was there at the house. Such a quiet spot with a beautiful view of Lake Adger. Such a convenient location to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure areas.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish we had booked it longer!
A quick getaway trip for a group of gals. We had perfect weather and the place couldn't have been better stocked with toiletries, kitchenware and a seat for a gorgeous view from either floor of the house. A fabulous time had by all...we wished we had added another night or two. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lizzie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ladies weekend!
Celebrated my best friend's 40th birthday by spending the weekend at this gorgeous lakehouse! The house was well stocked in the kitchen with basic needs to enjoy our stay. The lakehouse as very comfortable and relaxing! Thank you for making our stay memorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phillip N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful cabin for family getaway
The cabin was in great shape and had a lot of great touches to make stay feel elevated. The kids really loved the hot tub and boats. The view was amazing. We would stay here again!

8/10 Good

Walter T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful view
Beautiful views on lake, but pictures made kitchen and lower family room much bigger then actually are. Lake beautiful but climb down with any kind of dampness at your own risk, especially with skimpy rope hand rail. House furnished very well and comfortable
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

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