Welcome to Quiet Cove, a beautiful new lake front home on Lake James! Situated in a quiet cove a few minutes off the main channel, this custom-built 5 bedroom 4.5 bathroom home sleeps 14 people and offers the perfect spot for a family lake vacation, mountain biking weekend or work retreat! The 3500 SF home includes a dock with boat slip and has a lot of room inside and out including two separate living spaces, large kitchen and pantry. The space Layout of the House: Main Level -Kitchen (including ice maker for those boat coolers!), Dining Room with table seating for 10 and island seating for 4), Living Room, Large Pantry, Laundry Room (with washer, dryer, iron and drying rack), Gas Fireplace, Half Bathroom -Bedroom 1: King Size Bed with ensuite bathroom (double vanity, stand up shower, and standalone bathtub), walk-in closet and smart tv -Outdoor Screened-in Porch with smart tv and pass-through window to the kitchen -Back Deck includes a propane grill. Upstairs Level -Bedroom 2: Queen Size Bed and Twin Sized Nook Bed with Ensuite Bathroom (shower and bathtub) -Bedroom 3: Queen Size Bed and Twin Sized Nook Bed with Ensuite Bathroom (stand-up shower) -Loft Area: Kid’s Play Area with mini bean bag toss, children’s books, and a teepee tent Lower Level -Bedroom 4: King Size Bed with ensuite bathroom (double vanity, shower, and bathtub) -Bunk Area: 2 Twin Bunk Beds (four beds total), includes black out curtains -Rec Area: including air hockey table, game/puzzle table, smart tv Outside Lower Level -Hot tub with room for seven -Fire Pit The Lake Lake James has been voted the cleanest lake in North Carolina and is perfect for a friends and family getaway. The home is lakefront and includes direct access to Lake James. Just follow the signs and walk down to the double-decker dock! (Note: the walk to the lake SLOPES DOWN A HILL). Bring the boat or jet ski and park it at the extra covered slip! On the upper level of the dock, enjoy lunch at the picnic table or soak up the sun in the lounge chairs. The dock is in a cove, a few minutes off the main channel. It’s the perfect place to relax in the lake on a float or take the paddle boards out! The cove is very quiet and a great spot for swimming without worrying about boat traffic and wakes. Also included in the rental are two stand-up paddle boards, one tandem kayak, two kids kayaks, paddles and life jackets. Note: North Carolina requires anyone younger than 13 to wear a coast guard approved life vest when on a recreational vessel that is underway. Additional kayaks, canoes and stand-up paddle boards can be rented in the state park. There are two public boat ramps on the lake located at Hidden Cove and Canal Bridge. Guest access Property address will be sent to you a few days before arrival. Door & Gate codes will be sent via text the day of arrival. Other things to note Driveway/Parking The driveway is steep and could be slippery in rare icy or snowy conditions. Parking is limited at the property. The driveway can fit up to 6 cars. Do not exceed the maximum cars allowed. There is no on-street parking, parking on the grass or parking additional vehicles at the pool (unless using the pool). Reach out to discuss boat trailer parking. Community Pavilion Guests also have access to the community pavilion with outdoor pool (Open from Memorial Day through Labor Day) and a Community Fire Pit. Nearby Activities: Nearby hiking includes Lake James State Park, Linville Gorge Wilderness, Pisgah National Forest and the Fonta Flora Trail. Lake James State Park offers more than 15 miles of mountain biking trails in the Paddy’s Creek recreation area. After your hike or ride, enjoy a bite or drink at The Bear Creek Marina or Fonta Flora Brewery—Whippoorwill Farm (just minutes from Quiet Cove)! Quiet Cove Rules: -This house is located in a residential gated community and all guests must abide by community rules including noise, parking and common area use. -NO PARTIES OR EVENTS ALLOWED. If you intend to come and party, rent somewhere else. -No people above the number allowed/rented for at any time. -QUIET HOURS ARE FROM 10 PM - 8 AM. -No pets allowed. -NO smoking or vaping of ANY kind inside the house or outside on the property. -NO GLASS WHILE USING THE HOT TUB. -Fires only allowed in the fire pit and must be extinguished when vacating fire pit area. Please also check for local burn bans before starting a fire as our area is prone to wildfires. -No tent or RV camping on property. -Rental does not include use of our boat, jet ski, or lily pad located at dock. -Must be at least 25 years old to rent. -Based on North Carolina Commission Laws, we are required to send you a rental agreement after booking with us