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Lake Junaluska cottage with amenities galore!

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, books, music library

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 491 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Waynesville, NC
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    10 min walk
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    19 min walk
  • Jones Cafeteria
    10 min walk
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    37 min drive

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About the area

Waynesville

When you stay at this cottage in Waynesville, you'll be on a lake, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and Lake Junaluska Golf Course. .This cottage is 14.5 mi (23.3 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 10.3 mi (16.6 km) from Cataloochee Ski Area.

What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 10 min walk
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 19 min walk
  • Queen's Farm Stables - 4 min drive
  • Waynesville Recreation Center - 7 min drive
  • Cataloochee Ski Area - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake Junaluska cottage with amenities galore!

**Hurricane Helene Update- Property has power, water, and internet! Water did get into cabin during torrential rain and affected ceiling in master and living room. While the ceiling will need to be repaired at some point, the property is safe, sound, and can accommodate short or long term guest. Bearcat Cottage Facebook page is @Bearcat Cottage- pictures will be posted and further information will be available shortly***

This quintessential Lake Junaluska cottage is surrounded by trees, lush landscaping and singing birds to enjoy while you are on the screened in front porch. The cottage is part of the Lake Junaluska Assembly but far enough to be out of the congestion of the conference center and close enough for a nice stroll to the lake and activities.

The updated kitchen has a 5-burner gas cooktop stove, built in oven, microwave, a nice quiet Bosch dishwasher, stainless steel refrigerator, and a double sink with disposal. The well-appointed kitchen comes with all the supplies a novice, or a chef would need on vacation including full sized coffee pot, toaster, blender, chef and steak knives, a hand mixer, garlic press, zester, juicer, numerous pots, pans, bowls, a Dutch oven, cutting boards, and serving ware. In addition to the standard serving ware pictured, there are dishes/cups/cutlery for young children, and outdoor acrylic plates, and glassware for dining al fresco. Basic spices, hot cocoa, hot tea, coffee, coffee filters, foil, saran wrap, and other kitchen essentials are provided along with cloth napkins, placemats, dish towels, paper towels, dish soap and dishwasher detergent.

The cozy living room is furnished with an antique hutch where you will find the 32" TV with Roku and sound bar for streaming your subscriptions, games, an echo dot, records and a Victrola record player with Bluetooth capabilities allowing you to play your own music or to throw on an old classic! There is large leather sofa with throw pillows and blankets, and a coffee table perfect for game night with the family. Or you may want to cozy up in the rocking chair next to the stone fireplace with a glass of wine reading one of the many books on the bookshelf- it's the perfect spot to unwind!

A washer and dryer is located in the master bath and supplies are provided for your convenience during your stay. Each bathroom has a heater/ fan exhaust, comes with a hair dryer, hand mirror, cotton balls, Q-tips, make-up wipes, toilet paper, soap, shampoo, conditioner, bath robes, slippers, and bath linens. Each room in the cottage is equipped with a ceiling fan, luggage rack, and sound machine. There are three space heaters, a large permanently installed window AC in the dining room along with a Rinnai furnace to keep it warm in the cooler months.

During the summer and fall months, guest will have access to an outdoor dining table and chairs, fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs, and a charcoal grill (wood and charcoal available but not guaranteed) For your convenience as well, a cooler with wheels, Turkish pool towels, pool floats, and a wagon to carry your items on the short walk to the communal pool are all provided. For those who want to enjoy peace and quiet on the lake, two kayaks are available at no additional cost! (This is $30/hr savings! Guest must transport to lake.)

This home is perfect for two couples or a small family with the bedrooms being separate from each other and two bathrooms. Plus, the proximity to local attractions whether you are headed to the Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Pool and Tennis Courts, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Maggie Valley, Cherokee, Western Carolina University, or you want to venture to the Biltmore in Asheville, everything is just a stone's throw away. It's a perfect escape to the Western Carolina mountains!

For extended stays greater than 2 weeks, inquire for discounted rates.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. 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 an outdoor pool or make use of other amenities including charcoal grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Property Manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Charcoal grills
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • 2 steps to reach property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golf on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Casino nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sledging nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 980 sq ft (91 sq m)

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
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Young children must be supervised at all times!

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Lake Junaluska cottage with amenities galore! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage
My stay at Bearcat was nice and cozy. She is an older gal with a lot of personality. Owner was very nice and communication was easy.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage at Lake Junaluska
Very nice and cozy Cottage near Lake Junaluska. It is just a few minutes from Maggie Valley and Waynesville. Host was very nice and thoughtful. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Wonderful setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Manny E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and peaceful
We had a wonderful time at the cottage. It was perfect for my wife and our little girls. Communication with the property manager was great. The property itself was really nice. We will book again. Highly recommended this VRBO.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
The most adorable cottage
The Cottage was the perfect home away from home for our girls weekend trip. Nestled in the heart of Waynesville, N.C., and a stones throw from Lake Junaluska, the home was adorable and conveniently located, but also tucked away for a quiet refuge of peace and restoration the mountains provide! The cottage is spacious, adorable and thoughtfully decorated throughout with everything you need to make your stay perfect! Well-stocked kitchen, with a few surprises like a record player for winding down, games for families, an adorable porch, fire pit for an evening by the fire, linens, robes, and so much more! The cottage was super clean and the check-in and check-out procedures were super simple, and quick, to also support and enjoyable experience. The host is very communicative and a five-star host in our book!! If you’re in town, checkout the Buttered Biscuit - so good we are there twice! Thank you for a wonderful stay and sharing your adorable cottage with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for a week in the North Carolina mountains
Lake Junaluska is a great area to stay during a visit to the mountains of western North Carolina. This house is located in the nice, quiet Lake Junaluska neighborhood and it's an easy 5 to 10 minute drive to grocery stores, department stores and restaurants in Waynesville NC. Great location. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couldn't ask for a more cozy place to stay
This house is perfect for a cozy place to stay while traveling around the Smoky Mountain area. It is centrally located to hit all the big areas, Ashville and Gatlinburg, without all the tourists. Lake Junaluska is just down the hill. BEAUTIFUL. The owners have made available all the amenities of home. Just perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location for a Cozy Getaway
My wife and I enjoyed our stay immensely. The place has a really cozy feeling, with a perfect mix of antique furniture and modern conveniences. The host was wonderful and it was well stocked with just about everything you could need. Just bring a suitcase and some food and you are all set. We stayed in October and the weather was cool, but not really cold. Not sure how well the heat works in very cold temperatures. Also, as with a lot of rentals, the mattresses leave something to be desired. Overall, we had a very good experience and the location is absolutely perfect for getting away without being too out of the way.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
We had a wonderful time at Bearcat. Lake Junaluska has so much to offer and Bearcat was close and central to everything. The cottage was well stocked with everything and anything you could possibly want. Ashley was very communicative and helpful with anything we wanted or needed. You should put this one on your list.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gayle L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway~
Cute and cozy cottage. It was stocked with toiletries if you needed any.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming Retreat
We had a wonderful stay and definitely recommend this property. The owner clearly thought through all of the details to make our stay relaxing and enjoyable. We traveled with our four year old son and appreciated the night lights, sound machines and small step stool in the bathroom. We also enjoyed playing Uno together and love that games were provided. We were new to the area and utilized the detailed binder with restaurant menus and travel brochures that were provided. We were able to cook meals with ease, since the kitchen was well stocked and everything was in excellent condition. The house was spotless, cute and provided plenty of space for us to relax. We would love to return to this lovely retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Short getaway
We really enjoyed our stay at this five-star, quaint and cozy cottage. Bearcat was absolutely spotless and was very well stocked with everything that we could possibly need from linens to the pots-pans-utensils in the kitchen. It was comfortable, beautifully decorated, and the front porch was a nice place to sit back and relax. We would definitely come back and also recommend to our friends and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023