Three bedroom, two bath (sleeps 6) This property is located only 1/3 mile from the entrance of Lake James State Park (Paddy’s Creek section), 1/3 mile from Lake James Marina, 1/2 mile from Canal Bridge public boat launch and 3 miles from the Marion Lake Club (18 hole golf course open to the public), 1 mile from Fonta Flora Brewery (Whippoorwill Farm location). This property is not waterfront nor water view however it is ideally located in the center of the Lake James area footprint. Lake James State Park's Paddy's Creek facilities include a 700 foot swim beach, 25 miles of hiking and 15+ miles of mountain biking trails, fishing piers and snack bar. Canoe, kayak and paddleboard rentals are available at the park typically May through September. Pontoon, jet ski, paddleboard and kayak rentals are also available from other vendors around the lake. This 1,800 sf recently updated home has 3 bedrooms (Queen, Full and 2 Twin beds), 2 full baths, full kitchen with two microwaves, dishwasher, coffee maker. Other conveniences include central heat and air, full size washer and dryer, iron and ironing board and hair dryer in each bath, DirecTV & Wi-Fi. Eat in Kitchen has seating for 4, formal dining area has seating for 6-8. Private deck and patio are located at rear of home with gas grill and patio furnishings as well as a 14' x 16' free standing screened porch. This property is situated directly on an 18 mile scenic lake loop and conveniently located for access to local attractions including Pisgah Loop Scenic byway (2.6 Mi.), Pisgah National Forest (4.8 Mi.), Fonta Flora State Trail (Main Trailhead 7.5 Mi.) Linville Gorge Wilderness area (9.8 Mi.), Blue Ridge Parkway (28.4 Mi.), Linville Caverns (30.1 Mi.), Linville Falls (33.1 Mi.), Mount Mitchell State Park (41.5 Mi.), Grandfather Mountain (42.9 Mi.) & Biltmore House (48.6 Mi.). Several restaurants, breweries & wineries are located within a 15 mile radius or a short commute to Black Mountain or Asheville. *A signed rental agreement is required prior to arrival. **No pets or parties allowed.