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Bluegill Lodge | Lakefront Luxury, Private Dock & Access to Camp Lake James Amenities!

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A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, leather furniture, and large windows offering a view of trees.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, leather furniture, and a high ceiling with exposed beams.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, a window with a forest view, and two framed pictures on the wall.
An aerial view of a lakeside property with a swimming pool, a small dock, and a building with a sloped roof.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table, and chairs. There is a stone fireplace and a large window with stained glass.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 82800 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Nebo, NC
  • Place, Lake James
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake James State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Linville Caverns
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Nebo

With a stay at this cabin in Nebo, you'll be on the waterfront, within a 10-minute drive of Pisgah National Forest and Lake James. .This cabin is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Lake James State Park and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Boat Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Lake James - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake James State Park - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Catawba Falls - 45 min drive - 38.3 miles
  • Linville Caverns - 47 min drive - 39.5 miles
  • Linville Falls Winery - 54 min drive - 45.5 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Roma - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Bessie's Diner - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Blueberry Bistro at Perry's Berry's Vineyard & Winery - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Market Grill - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Elliott's Diner - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Bluegill Lodge | Lakefront Luxury, Private Dock & Access to Camp Lake James Amenities!

Bluegill Lodge is a luxurious lakefront retreat ideally located just steps from the private and upscale Camp Lake James community in Nebo, NC. With exclusive guest access to Camp Lake James amenities, a private boat dock, and high-end furnishings throughout, this spacious four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home is the perfect base for your Lake James escape.

About the Home
• Open-concept living area with gas log fireplace, TV with Roku for streaming, and dining area with seating for 8
• Sleek and modern kitchen with gas range, farmhouse sink, dishwasher, and drip-style coffee maker
• Spacious screened-in porch with cozy seating, game table, and outdoor dining for 4
• Wood-burning fire pit and gas grill, overlooking the backyard and Lake James
• Main-level laundry room with washer, dryer, and wet bar. Note: The icemaker is not usable.
• Lower-level living room with sectional, 55" TV with Roku for streaming, and access to the covered patio

Where to Unwind
• Main floor primary bedroom with California king-size bed and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower
• Upper-level bedroom with queen-size bed; a full bathroom, with bathtub and shower, can be accessed from the hallway
• Lower-level bedroom with king-size bed and en suite bathroom with bathtub and shower
• Lower-level bedroom with two twin-over-full bunk beds and two twin-size trundles; a full bathroom, with bathtub and shower, can be accessed from the hallway

Where to Explore
• Camp Lake James Pavilion | <5 minute walk
• Fonta Flora Brewery at Whippoorwill Farm | 7 minutes
• Lake James Neighborhood Store, Boat Rentals | 11 minutes
• Dollar General Market | 17 minutes
• Lake James Antique Mall | 20 minutes
• Downtown Asheville | 60 minutes

Important to Note: This house is dog-friendly, with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. This home offers exclusive access to Camp Lake James community amenities, including a spacious pool and covered pavilion area with a cabana, but please note that the docks and fitness center are private and off-limits. Some blackout dates and holiday limitations apply. Please inquire for more information.

This lakefront home offers direct access to beautiful Lake James and includes a private dock for your enjoyment. Please note that the homeowner's boat is permanently docked and not available for guest use. Guests are welcome to tie a boat on the other side using the dock cleats. Boats cannot be launched from the property, so guests should plan to use one of the nearby public boat ramps on Lake James.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a fitness center or make use of other amenities including gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

571225

Bluegill Lodge | Lakefront Luxury, Private Dock & Access to Camp Lake James Amenities! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

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

Lake James resort

This is a wonderful house. It is better far the best appointed kitchen I have ever encountered in a rental. The views out the rear of the house towards the lake are lovely and serene. The bonus is how incredibly close the pool and beach activities are. This is a winner!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cassady H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home with amazing amenities! Space is really well used with two living areas and a bunk room. (Please put curtains or blinds on the sliders in the downstairs bedroom!)
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026