Welcome to Rosewater Cottage, an elevated lakefront retreat on Lake Lure that blends authentic 1970s lake-house charm with the features today's travelers want most: direct water access, memorable outdoor living, fast fiber internet, and plenty of space for families and groups to relax together. Tucked into a quiet cove just around the corner from Rumbling Bald, this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom cottage offers sweeping water and mountain views, a rare double boathouse with an expansive party deck, a private high dive, paddleboards, a lakefront fire pit, and a spacious screened porch made for slow mornings, shared meals, and sunset conversations.
If you're looking for a true Lake Lure experience with both character and comfort, Rosewater Cottage delivers the kind of stay guests remember long after checkout.
What You'll Love
* Private lakefront setting in a quiet cove on Lake Lure
* Sweeping lake and mountain views
* Rare double boathouse with expansive party deck for lounging, entertaining, and taking in the view
* Private high dive for adventurous lake days
* Covered gazebo by the water
* Paddleboards for easy lake fun
* Spacious screened-in upper deck overlooking the lake
* Easy access from the main living and entertaining area to the outdoor gathering spaces
* Beautifully renovated 1970 lakefront cottage with classic character and modern comfort
* AT&T fiber optic high-speed internet
* Peloton treadmill in a dedicated indoor fitness space
* Sleeps up to 11 guests comfortably
* Quiet cul-de-sac setting with parking for up to 2 cars
* Less than an hour from Asheville
Home Features
4 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | Sleeps 11
* Flipped floor plan with main-level bedrooms and the living, dining, and kitchen areas on the lower level for easier lake access
* Two bedrooms feature beautiful lake views
* Open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area designed for gathering
* Living room features a pool table
* Spacious chef's kitchen with quartz countertops, an island with breakfast bar seating, pantry, vintage sink, and newer stainless steel appliances
* Kitchen also offers patio access with lake views
* Separate lower-level laundry room with newer commercial-grade washer and dryer
* Spacious lower-level patio
* Wi-Fi-connected Google Nest smart thermostat
* Original period floors and architectural details, including an arched entry doorway
* Decorative spiral staircase leading to the lower level
Outdoor Features
* Direct lakefront access
* Double boathouse with expansive deck
* Deep-water boathouse area, with lake conditions that may vary
* Private high dive
* Covered gazebo
* 2 Paddleboards for guest use
* Lakefront fire pit for evenings under the stars
* Spacious screened-in upper back deck with expansive water and mountain views
* Multiple outdoor spaces for dining, lounging, and gathering
* Easy flow between indoor living spaces and the lakefront for a true lake-living experience
Practical Details
* Located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac with a flat approach
* Driveway parking for up to 3-4 cars
* The wood stove in the terrace-level living room (photo #3) and the fireplace in Bedroom 4, which has three twin beds (photo #31), are decorative only. Neither is operational or available for guest use.
* Access to the home includes stairs down from the parking area, which is typical for lakefront homes in this area
* Not all exterior areas have handrails
* AT&T fiber optic high-speed internet
* Easy self check-in for a smooth arrival
* Minimum booking age: the reserving guest must be 25
Seasonal Note: Lake Lure Drawdown
Lake Lure is scheduled for a drawdown from Jan 1–Mar 31, lowering approximately 1 ft/day to a total of 12 ft for maintenance, dredging, and dam work. Lake access and usage may be limited during this period. Water levels are expected to return to normal by mid-to-late April.
📍 Location Highlights
Lakefront on Lake Lure
7 minutes → Highlands Reserve Restaurant
13 minutes → Lake Life Marina and Lakehouse restaurant
15 minutes → Ingles Market (grocheries)
25 minutes → Chimney Rock State Park
20 minutes → Lake Lure Beach and Waterpark
35 minutes → Tryon Equestrian Center (shops, restaurants, & events)
55 minutes → Asheville, NC
Just around the corner from Rumbling Bald Resort by boat
Boat Rentals
You're welcome to rent one of our four pontoon boats for a day—or for your entire stay. We'll deliver the boat directly to you and pick it up when you're done. Plus, you're just around the corner from Lake Lure's only full service marina - Lake Life Marina. Ask our team for details.
Extras with Yonder
* Discounted Biltmore tickets: after booking, you'll receive a guest-only code for ticket savings
* Yonder Experience Program: optional discounts on curated adventures (fly fishing, waterfall hikes, in-home chef dinners, yoga, art workshops, and more)
Professionally managed by Yonder, a local team focused on a smooth, standout stay.
⭐ Yonder Policies & Information
Cleaning Fee & Clean Guarantee
Yonder is committed to full transparency. All cleaning fees are clearly disclosed and backed by our **100% Clean Guarantee**. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for further details.
Check-In / Check-Out
Check in is at 4pm and check out is at 10am. We're happy to review early and late check requests and will do our best to accommodate. While early check-in or late check-out can't be guaranteed, we always make every effort to honor these requests when availability allows. Paid options may be available.
Pets
Many of our guests have allergies, so we have maintained a pet-free environment so they can enjoy their vacation without the potential of an allergic reaction. If you have a pet, we are happy to recommend some alternatives nearby in our 'Pet Friendly Home' collection.
Quiet Policy
This home is located in a peaceful, private mountain community. To preserve the relaxing setting for everyone, please keep noise to a respectful level at all times. Parties and disruptive behavior aren't permitted, and we kindly ask that you be mindful of neighbors and quiet hours starting at 10pm.
Extended Stays
Reservations of 30+ days are subject to additional review. Stays exceeding 90 days require a separate agreement. A security deposit, mid stay cleaning fees and trash pick up fees may apply depending on the length of stay.
Military Discount
We proudly offer a 5% discount to active duty military members and veterans. Proper documentation is required. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for details.
Last-Minute Bookings
For reservations made **within 7 days of arrival**, additional verification is required to protect our homeowners and guests.
This includes:
* A clear photo of a government-issued ID
* A full facial selfie of the primary guest holding that ID (must match the reservation name)
* A photo showing the last 4 digits of the payment method in the primary guest's name
Subject to security screening for verification and authenticity. Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation.
