Come jump in the lake! Easy access to adventure and nature at the family-friendly Lake James launchpad! Just 45 minutes to Asheville. Lounge on a spacious deck with mountain views and watch golfers on Marion LC. Fast Wi-Fi and all the comforts of home! Public beach/lake access at Paddy's Creek. Hike and bike the best trails in the region on the MTS trail and Linville Gorge. Brewery five minutes away, bistro 100 yards away. Many marinas in the area rent boats for the day, as well! Dogs welcome. Giant deck with sofa, chairs, bench, table and two chairs, umbrella, grill, etc. Flat outdoor lounge area with a picnic table, great views, and cornhole boards. Man cave/ play space in the den of the lower level, with a pull-out couch, two regular couches, beer fridge, wooden bar, television, and additional bathroom. Open floor plan with bright, comfortable rooms. Lots of spaces to spread out and relax! You have the whole house! The owner lives off-premise. If you need anything, please communicate through AirBnB. When you arrive, you'll find toilet paper, paper towels, soap, coffee, tea, and a few other key amenities. The neighborhood centers around Lake James, Marion Lake Club and Golf Course. The club has a restaurant/bar called 'Slices' that is a short stumble away. There are so many amazing hikes and mountain bike trails nearby. We're on the edge of the Linville Gorge! Fonta Flora has two brewery locations nearby, and both Morganton and Marion have great restaurants. You can easily walk down to the lake, and so many adventures are just a short drive away! House is just ten minutes off of I-40. It's 45 minutes from Asheville, and 90 minutes from Charlotte. We have a standup paddle board and fun toys and towels for the lake! We have lots of kids’ books, toys, and a baby gate! You can rent an awesome pontoon boat from local marinas. The neighbors also have a kayak for rent. LGBTQ+ friendly! Dogs allowed, but there’s a $100 pet fee.