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Great place. Centrally located to downtown. Very clean.

We loved the view in this great space and place. Thanks Bruce and Jo for being such fantastic hosts!

Great host & place exactly as described, just know that the area has a high level of homelessness

This a lovely space as advertised! A lot of space and good beds. We’d stay there again for sure

Awesome lake view on the back porch!
Host (Bruce) was quick responding with any questions we had before & during our stay!

Great host, beautiful location and home. Bruce was an excellent host, the house’s location has got to be one of the best views on the Lake. Excellent experience.

Bruce's place was very nice and cosy. Had all the creature comforts and conveniently located in the heart of town. He was great to deal with - everything went smoothly

Very nice, new, clean, well designed and equipped condo! Very convenient location perfect for exploring Asheville. Walking distance to many breweries, great restaurants, art galleries and fun shops! The beds are really comfortable and the linens are good quality. The host Bruce is really nice and very responsive. We wouldn’t hesitate to stay there again.

Enchanted Very unique place. Ride in tram from car to house wierd but fun. Cruise on pontoon boat with incredible views. Owner was great. Original scheduled stay had to be canceled due to hurricane but owner graciously worked with us.

This is a wonderful place to stay! Bruce was a great host and it was a terrific location.

Spacious and beautiful with an amazing view!! Quick response time and great hospitality. Wished we had a couple more days to enjoy all the area and house offered!! Great house to enjoy with family and friends!

Fun Family Lake Trip! We had a great time this trip. There are tons of beds that we fit seven people, but could fit even more. The kids had tons of fun on the kayaks and on the boat. There were tons of options of board games that we played in the morning at breakfast, and a Roku with access to Netflix when we wanted to chill. The funicular was great and made it a lot easier to bring down all of our bags and groceries. The lake itself is beautiful and the house provides a great view of the water and the mountains. We recommend heading into town to go to the Village S... read moreWe had a great time this trip. There are tons of beds that we fit seven people, but could fit even more. The kids had tons of fun on the kayaks and on the boat. There were tons of options of board games that we played in the morning at breakfast, and a Roku with access to Netflix when we wanted to chill. The funicular was great and made it a lot easier to bring down all of our bags and groceries. The lake itself is beautiful and the house provides a great view of the water and the mountains. We recommend heading into town to go to the Village Scoop! It was the best ice cream we have had. Overall we had a great time and recommend it for everyone! read less

Bruce's apartment is amazing! The location was great, we left our car in the garage and walked everywhere during our stay. The building is really nice, the apartment was clean and comfortable (well stocked with coffee too), and Bruce responded to our emails/texts right away.

Great House and Great Location The house has everything you need and the view is even better in person than the pictures. The pontoon is an awesome bonus!

Beautiful lake house that I cannot recommend enough!

Bruce’s place was perfect for our girl’s weekend getaway. The location was outstanding, the only time we needed a car was when we went to the Biltmore, but otherwise we were able to walk around downtown easily. The space was extremely clean, with a Keurig machine and plenty of k-cups, plus full size shampoo, conditioner and body wash in the showers. The beds were comfortable. There is a full sized washer and dryer, although we didn’t need it for our short stay. Bruce was very quick to respond to any questions. I will definitely stay here ... read moreBruce’s place was perfect for our girl’s weekend getaway. The location was outstanding, the only time we needed a car was when we went to the Biltmore, but otherwise we were able to walk around downtown easily. The space was extremely clean, with a Keurig machine and plenty of k-cups, plus full size shampoo, conditioner and body wash in the showers. The beds were comfortable. There is a full sized washer and dryer, although we didn’t need it for our short stay. Bruce was very quick to respond to any questions. I will definitely stay here again! read less

Ideal accommodations for wheelchair user Clean and roomy, comfortable beds, excellent kitchen—all in all, a wonderful property. It’s walking distance from all downtown. The bus station is just across the street. Parking is in a secure garage.

This place exceeded our expectations in every way possible. The apartment was immaculate — our impression was that it was a brand new, fully outfitted apartment and the indoor parking was a total bonus. The location was perfect, too. Walking distance to everything downtown Asheville has to offer. We will definitely be back to stay here!!!

We really enjoyed staying at Bruce’s place and would do it again! It is true to the pictures and a very comfortable space. It is right in the middle of everything fun in Asheville and can sleep a group of 4-6 well! Bruce also does a great job communicating and providing detailed check in instructions. Thanks for everything!

Great Condo in an excellent location close to everything downtown. Super clean and the transaction was seamless.

Excellent, comfortable apartment with a great location. Host had lots of tips and suggestions for the city. Would definitely stay there again if I were headed to Asheville.

Bruce’s downtown Asheville condo deserves the best review! We were pleasantly surprised at how big the space is. Plenty of room for everyone. Plus all the small touches: makeup remover wipes in both bathrooms, shampoo/body wash, keurig machine with kcups (plus a cool contraption that allows you to recycle the k-cups!), hot water maker, tea, pull out couch, extra blankets/towels, easy labeling on lights, washer/dryer, 2 TVs, etc. Everything is taken care of for you! We slept great because the curtains blocked out all the light 🙂 but the view is... read moreBruce’s downtown Asheville condo deserves the best review! We were pleasantly surprised at how big the space is. Plenty of room for everyone. Plus all the small touches: makeup remover wipes in both bathrooms, shampoo/body wash, keurig machine with kcups (plus a cool contraption that allows you to recycle the k-cups!), hot water maker, tea, pull out couch, extra blankets/towels, easy labeling on lights, washer/dryer, 2 TVs, etc. Everything is taken care of for you! We slept great because the curtains blocked out all the light 🙂 but the view is beautiful when you put the curtains up! No need to worry about parking because of the garage, yet we barely even used our car because the place is SO close to everything downtown! We walked everywhere. It was beautiful. Thanks again! read less

The views from the porch will start and end each day The dock and porches are fantastic. The use of the boat is great for diving out to a cove and swimming or finding the rope swing. The house is nice but you honestly don't spend much time in it. We used the kitchen a lot and the screened in porch just cannot be overstated. The owner Bruce is super cool and great to work with. I wish him all the best and would rebook with him in a heartbeat.

This place is the perfect place to stay when in Asheville. It is within 5 minute walk to some of the best restaurants, has tons of space, huge master bedroom and bathroom, extremely clean and safe. Bruce also gave us great recommendations for food and hiking. Must consider here when coming to Asheville.

Enchanted Cottage is a great name for this little beauty. So much charm and character! The perfect mountain cottage! Bruce is a great host! There were nice touches throughout the cottage to make us feel like we were in a home away from home. Our favorite things were views from the screened porch and the fire pit!

Such a great place! It looks exactly if not better than the pictures! So, so close to downtown- you can walk there no problem. Both bathrooms are a GREAT size. WiFi was fast, having a TV in both bedrooms was nice. I loved having a balcony to sip my morning coffee. I will stay there again when I come back to Asheville.

We have been to Asheville a bunch and this place was so nice because we never had to use our car. Even in the winter the blue skies and mountain air made it such a treat to walk everywhere. Asheville is such a fun city and seems to get better every time we visit. We would highly suggest staying here! You won’t be disappointed.

Perfect! Everything was great. Would absolutely stay again.

Enchanted week! We had the best time ever with our four kids at enchanted cottage on Lake Lure! It was so fun to drive the boat around swim off the dock and enjoy the cute little town!!! The owner was very kind and accommodating!!

Nice location Very clean and spacious. They provide you with plenty of towels and anything you might need. The view was breathtaking! Will definitely be coming back!

This place is great. Covered and secure garage parking and walkability to all of downtown was a plus.

Awesome vacation Pretty nice place to spend vacations
we hope to do it again soon

We really enjoyed our stay. Plenty of room for 5 (Wife and I, our two boys (college age) and one girlfriend) The accommodations were terrific - easy walking distance to most everything we wanted to do. The extra touches like: coffee available, soap for the laundry, local information, even the plug ins and USB plugs on the night stands - all much appreciated. There is a nice local grocery store (Hopey) right around the corner, plus tons of restaurants in easy walking distance. Looking forward to going back!

Fun Cabin on Lake Lure! The Enchanted Cottage certainly lives up to its name. The funicular appeared to be brand new and worked like a charm to get up and down to the cottage, which is just a few sets of stairs to the lake. Riding it is pretty much a must to go to/from the house, especially with any kind of luggage/groceries. However, for the athletically inclined and youngsters, the walk up and down is a good workout.

The house was very clean and well maintained. We were in town for a horse show so didn't partake in all the lake amenities, but there were a lot to c... read moreThe Enchanted Cottage certainly lives up to its name. The funicular appeared to be brand new and worked like a charm to get up and down to the cottage, which is just a few sets of stairs to the lake. Riding it is pretty much a must to go to/from the house, especially with any kind of luggage/groceries. However, for the athletically inclined and youngsters, the walk up and down is a good workout.

The house was very clean and well maintained. We were in town for a horse show so didn't partake in all the lake amenities, but there were a lot to choose from. read less

We love it We had good time

Thank you to Bruce and Jo for the amazing experience at the Enchanted Cottage. The lake house was everything we wanted and so much more.

There was great communication and I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a beautiful lake experience.

Bruce's place is immaculate. He will be ready to text you with any information you need about the area. You're also central to the hottest spots in town with dozens of bars and restaurants a quick stroll around the corner. Even though the place itself is across from a bus station with lots of people coming and going, we felt safe the whole time.

Great host, great place, center of EVERYTHING downtown. Pristine and perfect space, could not have been better.

Enchanted is correct Be enchanted cottage didn’t disappoint at all The breathtaking views of the lake are mesmerizing. The bedrooms was a perfect size for two people, the bathrooms and kitchen were fully stocked with everything you would need for a visit. Mr. Bruce was more than accommodating on multiple occasions, his crew of Jill and Andrew are outstanding. I can’t wait to stay here again thanks for making our vacation one to remember.

Extremely relaxing We've stayed at other properties on Lake Lure in the past. This home is our favorite. The trolly was a major plus. We vacation with several elderly people and grand children so this was ideal. The screen porch was a huge hit for sitting and watching the boat traffic pass by. We'll definitely be back.

Highly recommended amazing condo! Perfect location!!

Bruce’s apartment was wonderful. Checking in was a breeze and Bruce had great communication throughout. It was in the perfect location for everything downtown and was new, clean and modern. Bruce even left me a welcoming gift in the fridge. I plan on staying there any time I go back to Asheville.

This place was super clean, comfortable and within walking distance to pretty much everything downtown. Bruce was super responsive and offered great suggestions of things to do. Check in and check out we're a breeze. I would highly recommend Bruce's place.

The Enchanted Cottage stands true to its name - it’s a lovey cottage which gives you a cozy feeling on the main floor with a gas fire place and an open concept feeling on the lower floor.
Check-in was a breeze, the cottage was nice and clean. Kids loved riding the funicular from the street level down to the Cottage, the funicular is also a good amenity to haul your luggage up and down. The views were super from all the porch’s/decks even though the bottom of the lake was visible at this time of the year. The fire pit and BBQ are placed togeth... read moreThe Enchanted Cottage stands true to its name - it’s a lovey cottage which gives you a cozy feeling on the main floor with a gas fire place and an open concept feeling on the lower floor.
Check-in was a breeze, the cottage was nice and clean. Kids loved riding the funicular from the street level down to the Cottage, the funicular is also a good amenity to haul your luggage up and down. The views were super from all the porch’s/decks even though the bottom of the lake was visible at this time of the year. The fire pit and BBQ are placed together conveniently. We were a group of 10 and there was still plenty of room for us. We made good memories for life at this cottage.
There is a super friendly dog named Ridge who visits this cottage every now and then, some kids liked it while some others were scared. Over time we learnt it will go away if you say “Ridge Go Home”.
Bruce has been a great host, he was quick in responding to all our questions/concerns. read less

The location and Bruce's accommodations are premium. Very quiet, new building with downtown Asheville at your fingertips. Bruce has lots of good tips on where to go, what to eat, what to see and do on your visit. We would definitely stay in his place again.

Great flat within walking distance to downtown Asheville. Modern amenities and very clean. The owner provided great suggestions for places to eat and activity. We had a 5 star experience and will be back!

My group of 12 loved the location, accomadation, funicular, fire pit, decks.....Great time was had by all. Chimney rock hiking was awesome and cute little town to walk around in and eat. Bruce was always very responsive and courteous to all my questions.

Six stars - This is the place if you want to be right downtown! Affordable, very modern, and very clean. Bruce is the man! He was an exceptional host; easy and quick to communicate with, great directions, and offered local suggestions for Asheville. I would highly recommend staying here!

Great house and view! Stayed here with 10 people total for a wedding on Lake Lure. House has a great view and we enjoyed access to the boat as well! Trolley down to the house makes life much easier with luggage and food for the house.

very nice and modern location with great security located two blocks from downtown area. everything in condo was brand new.

We didn’t want to leave! We spent a week at the Enchanted Cottage and had a wonderful time. You can’t beat the scenery of the mountains and lake. We loved watching the sunrise... having coffee on top of the boat deck, swimming in the lake to cool off after a pontoon boat ride or kayak excursion. Driving the boat to dinner and watching the sunset on the lake then gathering around the fire pit to make s’mores were some of our daily routines. The property is well maintained and has everything you need. We hope to be back again sometime.

This house looks exactly like the pictures, beautiful. You are able to walk anywhere downtown or it is a quick drive away. This place makes me want to visit soon. We went for a bachelorette party with 6 girls and there was enough space for everything and the beds are absolutely amazing (missing them already).

Felt like we were in one of those beautiful mountain/lake landscape paintings Bob Ross would encourage everyone to try and paint. GREAT family get away!

House is well named is was ENCHANTING!

Hope to return one day and do it all over again.

Family Thanksgiving 2017 We had a wonderful Thanksgiving at the Enchanted Cottage! Bruce was exceptionally helpful and a pleasure to work with. The trolley wasn't working to help get our luggage to the cottage, (86 steps down!), so he was on hand to help with the process and gave a small refund for our trouble. Being able to use the boat and tour the lake was amazing. This was one of the most well stocked rentals we have stayed in and there was plenty of room for the 11 of us to be comfortable and not feel crowded.
Thank you for letting us enjoy your Cottage on Lake L... read moreWe had a wonderful Thanksgiving at the Enchanted Cottage! Bruce was exceptionally helpful and a pleasure to work with. The trolley wasn't working to help get our luggage to the cottage, (86 steps down!), so he was on hand to help with the process and gave a small refund for our trouble. Being able to use the boat and tour the lake was amazing. This was one of the most well stocked rentals we have stayed in and there was plenty of room for the 11 of us to be comfortable and not feel crowded.
Thank you for letting us enjoy your Cottage on Lake Lure! read less

above and beyond expectations - very clean, brand new. we enjoyed our stay. it was a short walk to town and a brand new condo with lots of space for our family of 4.

Perfect location and accommodations!

Bruce’s condo is an amazing place to stay in Asheville. It is clean, modern and located within walking distance of downtown. We will definitely be back!

Absolutely amazing cottage Everything you need for a great vacation all rolled into one package! Amazing view, great water, sweet boat, and all the amenities. You could not ask for a better experience! Can't wait to go back!

Fantastic location and very comfortable. Will definitely plan to stay again next time we're in Asheville.

Wonderful Time!! The Enchanted Cottage is beautiful! Our family had a wonderful time, lots of fun and fantastic memories. Kayaking, canoeing and daily boat rides were so fun and relaxing. We got lots of exercise, too, just hiking to/from the house and boathouse! The views are stunning. The teens had the entire bottom floor to themselves and it was perfect. We highly recommend it and would definitely would go back!!

This is a great location to downtown. It is a really new, highly styled and super clean unit.

Great location. Easy walking to breweries, restaurants and the Pinball Museum. Bruce's place is clean and the beds are comfy. Highly recommend this condo. Check-in was a breeze.

The Enchanted Cottage was perfect for our long Labor Day weekend, a great space, right on the water! The tram broke the weekend before we were to arrive but Bruce was very accommodating, gave us a partial refund and helped with our belongings. Everything else about our stay was perfect, there was a lot of space for our family and friends, the location right on the water was amazing and the house is also very close to the town of Lake Lure, and Chimney Rock for hiking. We would absolutely recommend the Enchanted Cottage and will look to stay here again when we are back in the area!

Expect a nicely furnised and extremely clean condo with good attention to the details. Enjoyed the stay and will return again.

nice location in a new building with quick walking access to the main streets of Asheville. easy parking. comfortable place for four adults. outfitted with all we needed and more.
we were very pleased at how quickly and well Bruce responded to what turned out to be a small and ultimately irrelevant concern we had upon our arrival. we'd be pleased to return.

Great House on the Lake Had a family reunion over Thanksgiving week at the Enchanted Cottage. We all had a blast. The house was perfect for the 13 of us but would have been as perfect if there were only 4 of us also. The kitchen was actually larger than what it appeared like from the photos. 3 cooks in the kitchen at once and we didn't kill each other. The decks were wonderful and the views were outstanding. I can only imagine that the summer would be fantastic with the lake, swimming, canoeing, kayaking and pontoon boating. We did enjoy the lake on the pontoon boat e... read moreHad a family reunion over Thanksgiving week at the Enchanted Cottage. We all had a blast. The house was perfect for the 13 of us but would have been as perfect if there were only 4 of us also. The kitchen was actually larger than what it appeared like from the photos. 3 cooks in the kitchen at once and we didn't kill each other. The decks were wonderful and the views were outstanding. I can only imagine that the summer would be fantastic with the lake, swimming, canoeing, kayaking and pontoon boating. We did enjoy the lake on the pontoon boat even though it was a little brisk, went out every day. If you want quiet, peaceful and serene while having tons of stuff to do if you want to, this is the place to rent. read less

Incredible House with all modern amenities This house has EVERYTHING from paper products, linens and towels, to all kinds of entertainment. You really only need to bring clothes and food. Everyone loved the house and kept complimenting on everything it provided. I know I felt like a rockstar with my desicion for choosing this house out of all the other houses around the area. I don’t think it will be long before we reach out to Bruce for another chance to rent this gorgeous house. Also shout out to Andrew - excellent VRBO team!

Bruce & Jo were amazing hosts and their place is perfect for a getaway with a group. Beautiful location, great amenities (the tram!!), clear and prompt communication, thoughtful gestures - we had a wonderful time.

A Lakeside Gem of a Holiday! My husband and 5 year old son spent July 4 week in this beautiful part of the world. Lake Lure is like a trip back in time and this cottage is a perfect fit! A new inclination brings you from the road to the front door and we the House was absolutely spotlessly clean and cozy. The outdoor balcony that was closed in with netting was a dream. We spent all our time out there but I can imagine in winter, the house which is full of character would be very cozy. It was cool with the air con and a little dark in the living room but that kept it nice a... read moreMy husband and 5 year old son spent July 4 week in this beautiful part of the world. Lake Lure is like a trip back in time and this cottage is a perfect fit! A new inclination brings you from the road to the front door and we the House was absolutely spotlessly clean and cozy. The outdoor balcony that was closed in with netting was a dream. We spent all our time out there but I can imagine in winter, the house which is full of character would be very cozy. It was cool with the air con and a little dark in the living room but that kept it nice and cool tool.

The multiple outdoor balconies were amazing. We had four or five to choose from but the pontoon boat was definitely the highlight. The canoe and kayaks were also great fun.

We also needed a babsitter one night and the owners found us an amazing sitter very quickly.

We will be back. Really memorable and special family holiday that we’ll never forget. read less

Complete relaxation Incredible views! Very user friendly with plenty of great and different areas to relax and soak up the experience.

5 Stars through and through. Highly Recommended!!!

Fantastic stay! We had such a wonderful time in the Enchanted cottage. Excellent communication with the owner and the property was beautiful. Just as expected and more!

The BEST find - Lake Lure Another absolutely breathtaking and gorgeous weekend! The house is just amazing and has everything you could think of and more. You truly don’t have to worry about a thing. The owners are incredible and so accommodating. We will be back next year. Thanks for having us again!

Beautiful place! Great for large groups! The house was lovely and very spacious! We had 9 people here and there was plenty of space for everyone and all the beds weren't even used.
The tram is a lifesaver and location was great. Not a long drive down the mountain to get to the town of Lake Lure and Chimney Rock.

Bruce provides my friends and I with excellent suggestions for area breweries and restaurants and definitely pointed us in the right direction. The apartment was beautiful and walking distance to everything in downtown Asheville. I will definitely be staying here when I return.

Stayed at Bruce’s apartment for a Bachelor party and it couldn’t have been more perfect. Very spacious and close proximity to downtown and South Slope. It was extremely up to date and clean. Beds were super comfy.

Excellent! We so enjoyed our time! We spent NYE 2018 at the cabin, and it was perfect. It was relaxing and beautiful. The cabin was clean, well-appointed, and charming. Bruce was so helpful in answering questions about Lake Lure and Asheville restaurants and attractions. We appreciated it very much! Can’t wait to stay again!

We held a friends’ reunion at The Enchanted Cottage and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We enjoyed taking out the pontoon on the lake!

This place is fantastic. Right in the heart of it. Couldn't ask for better accommodations in Asheville if you're trying to stay downtown and want to be close to everything. Will definitely consider staying here again!

Great place to stay. Very conveniently located. Extremely stylish and thoughtful touches including treat and really nice water bottle. Very attentive host. Loved the place!!! Will stay again!!

I knew we were going to have a great experience when within minutes of booking Bruce reached out to see if he could offer any advice on things to do in Asheville. He sent suggestions for everything we were looking for. The condo itself was better than expected - it was the cleanest place I've ever stayed in, he provided thoughtful amenities, check in was easy, the beds were comfortable, and the location was perfect. We were a group of 6 girls and really could not have asked for a better place to stay. Thanks Bruce! Wish I had another trip to As... read moreI knew we were going to have a great experience when within minutes of booking Bruce reached out to see if he could offer any advice on things to do in Asheville. He sent suggestions for everything we were looking for. The condo itself was better than expected - it was the cleanest place I've ever stayed in, he provided thoughtful amenities, check in was easy, the beds were comfortable, and the location was perfect. We were a group of 6 girls and really could not have asked for a better place to stay. Thanks Bruce! Wish I had another trip to Asheville planned so we could book again! read less

Sparkling clean, amazing location would stay again and again! All was wonderful and easy! Just what vacation should be!

Great place. Bruce was very nice and prepared. His place was spotless. It had everything we needed. I would recommend and will stay again.

We highly recommend the place! My colleagues and I had a two-day retreat in Asheville to talk about work and also enjoy the city. The place is very close to breweries and a five minute walk to restaurants. The place is very cute and hip. My colleagues and I were mainly interesting in the large living room and big kitchen island, which provided a great space for us to gather around and talk about ideas for a few hours. It fit all of our purposes!

Great value, wonderful location and beautiful brand new place - would definitely recommend!

House is even better in person! Plenty of space for our group of 8, beautiful outdoor spaces, and the host communication is clear and excellent.

Slice of heaven on the lake We had a wonderful experience at the enchanted cottage. Thanksgiving dinner was cooked and there was plenty of room for everyone in the kitchen and at the table. Property is well maintained and clean. The porches give you beautiful views and the boat dock is even better. The tram down to the cottage is a bonus for easy unloading and loading. Parking was a little tight but we made it work. We will definitely be reaching out again for our next stay. Possibly during boating season. Thanks for a wonderful experience!

This place was fantastic. It was a great location and walking distance from a lot of great restaurants and breweries. The layout was great and the amenities were fantastic

The location is wonderful—easy walk to everything we wanted. The place was super comfortable and clean with everything you could need—Kuerig for coffee, large fridge, Roku TV, toiletries. Beds are comfortable, and it’s a spacious apartment. We were one couple, but two couples could easily stay here. Bruce is a great host with clear communication and wonderful tips for food and entertainment. We will be back!

The property is clean, in a GREAT location, and modern without being overdone. Great Value! Our host went out of his way to make sure we had a great time with advice and suggestions. I will stay again and will recommend to others.

The Enchanted Cottage is a wonderful place to stay. The amenities are great, and the house is surprisingly large with a deck over the boathouse that catches sun and shade throughout the day. The screened in porch is a place to savor the early morning sunrise with fish jumping in the lake and the late night sounds of the lake while being protected from insects. There are swings on one open deck, and table and chairs on another deck, along with rocking chairs to watch the sun set. There's a fire pit, and a gas grill. There are a lot of ste... read moreThe Enchanted Cottage is a wonderful place to stay. The amenities are great, and the house is surprisingly large with a deck over the boathouse that catches sun and shade throughout the day. The screened in porch is a place to savor the early morning sunrise with fish jumping in the lake and the late night sounds of the lake while being protected from insects. There are swings on one open deck, and table and chairs on another deck, along with rocking chairs to watch the sun set. There's a fire pit, and a gas grill. There are a lot of steps, but if you are in the mountains down to a lake, there will be steps. Kayaks and canoe and pontoon boat, and life jackets, are available with the cottage and they are fun on the lake! The kitchen is well appointed for cooking, the large picnic table off the kitchen seats 8 easily, stools nearby for more. There are TV's upstairs and downstairs to follow sports, and all seating everywhere is comfortable. Linens are provided, which is incredible. There is a funicular (a tram) which helps transport items up and down from parking at the top to lake level at the bottom. This quaint, rustic, historical cottage is highly recommended by those of us who stayed there over Labor Day Weekend. read less

Well appointed, totally clean, and within walking distance to everything downtown!

Bruce is an amazing host and has just as amazing of an apartment/condo. The space was plenty big for 5 and absolutely in a great location .. short walking distance to the heart of Asheville!

Nice house with boat This house is a nice lake house with a great location on the lake. We had a very nice week with the whole family. The bedrooms are not large, but there is more than enough space in the house for everyone. The screened in porch was great! We spent the majority of our time on the porch. There are two kayaks, a canoe, and a pontoon boat available for use, which we were able to use multiple times during our stay. It was a great time on the lake. Our trip in May gave us the lake to ourselves, but I can imagine that the lake could become quite crowde... read moreThis house is a nice lake house with a great location on the lake. We had a very nice week with the whole family. The bedrooms are not large, but there is more than enough space in the house for everyone. The screened in porch was great! We spent the majority of our time on the porch. There are two kayaks, a canoe, and a pontoon boat available for use, which we were able to use multiple times during our stay. It was a great time on the lake. Our trip in May gave us the lake to ourselves, but I can imagine that the lake could become quite crowded during the summer. Bruce is a fantastic owner who is very responsive and provides plenty of information for an excellent stay. This property worked very well for a family trip or even a weekend on the lake. read less

Bruce’s condo was better than we expected. Everything was brand new. Great touches on furniture. Great modern bathrooms,kitchen and appliances.

Location very convenient to restaurants and bars. Parking garage was very nice too. Very comfortable and spacious for 4 people.

A beautiful home. Great downtown location. Enjoyed the weekend exploring this fun city!

We loved everything about this place from the layout to the furniture to the extras like keurig cups and shampoo, conditioner and facewipes! The condo was so clean and comfortable-just like the photos. The location was awesome. Having our own parking space was so convenient but we walked nearly everywhere! Everything was perfect.

Great Time at Lake Lure We had a wonderful time at the Enchanted Cottage! We have stayed there before and it is our favorite spot on the lake. It has all the supplies and essentials you need in a gorgeous setting. We enjoyed the house, the boat, the lake....and the funicular was a real treat!

Perfection! We had a fabulous weekend at the Enchanted Cottage! Everything was exactly as expected from the online pictures and descriptions. We are already planning our next trip there!

Great location clean comfy Eat downtown location

Peaceful paradise on Lake Lure! What a perfect spot we chose to have a wonderful Christmas for our family. There apwere so many things to do in the surrounding areas that we simply just ran out of time. However; I am glad that we got to take some time to enjoy conversation around the fire pit and morning coffee on the screened in patio overlooking the beautiful lake

Super cute stylish condo! Very neat & clean!

Everything was good good

Excellent. Highly recommended.

Quaint, peaceful lakeside cottage Our family thoroughly enjoyed the Enchanted Cottage. The view. The boat. The decks. Everything.

This was a great place that was very walkable to lots of restaurants, breweries and shops. Would definitely stay here again

Weekend get-away with friends The Enchanted Cottage was a perfect spot for a quick get-away with friends from Asheville. Very relaxing and comfortable. It is, however, a little worn around the edges. Things like completely mid-matched glassware, rusted baking sheets, and boxes of games with missing pieces. It wasn’t a problem for us, but if you are expecting tight amenities, you might prefer another property. If you’re looking for laid-back, then you, as we, couldn’t ask for better.

Wonderful Place With Great Views This was our first VRBO and first time at Lake Lure. Both have been a great experience. Bruce and Jo have been amazing hosts with a great home on the lake. We had our kids and grandkids joins us for a week on the water. All had a blast and already talking about a return trip. Great home, great location and wonderful hosts.

A perfect get away, with breath taking views of the mountain and lake. Everything that we needed was supplied and more. We had enough room for 10 and the cabin was cozy with comfortable beds. We were in awe with the three different level of porches to enjoy morning coffee or evening cocktails including the area on top of the boat house. Great seating area also by the fire pit to make s’mores and enjoy the sunset. The pootoon boat was an extra bonus where we were able to enjoy fishing, trip to Larkins (great food), rope swing and just cruising t... read moreA perfect get away, with breath taking views of the mountain and lake. Everything that we needed was supplied and more. We had enough room for 10 and the cabin was cozy with comfortable beds. We were in awe with the three different level of porches to enjoy morning coffee or evening cocktails including the area on top of the boat house. Great seating area also by the fire pit to make s’mores and enjoy the sunset. The pootoon boat was an extra bonus where we were able to enjoy fishing, trip to Larkins (great food), rope swing and just cruising the lake. The trip across the lake in the kayaks to see the steps from where dirty dancing was filmed also was a special treat and warranted a watermelon picture! The trolley from where we parked the cars down to the lake was especially convenient and something to talk about. Bruce was an excellent host and his place felt like home for a week. read less

Great place to stay in asheville. Convenient downtown location. New and spacious. Highly recommend!

Great Views and Lake Access Awesome house and location had a great time!

Perfection The view was stunning! Between the swimming, kayaking, rope swing, zip lining, hiking and sliding rocks day trip, the kids thought it was the best vacation ever. The adults loved coffee on the many porches, reading in the hammock chairs, the beautiful sunset and family meals together. We all LOVED it so! Thank you so very much!

Beautiful property in an awesome location! This property is a must stay! Updated and spacious! I traveled with 2 teenagers who loved going back to the condo to relax after a day of walking and shopping downtown! Just a few blocks away! The beds where very comfortable and the open floor plan was a bonus. The owner Bruce was very helpful and super friendly! Do yourself a favor and stay here!

great location very convenient to downtown and safe

Bruce was super responsive and provided personal suggestions of things to do and see in the area! Place was very roomy and clean!

Perfect peaceful and fun place for family vacation. Cottage with comforts was a treat! So enjoyed the boat rides at sunset, spectacular Mountain Views of northern sky (perfect for meteor shower gazing), tied off in an inner tube from the deck feeding ducks, fishing from the dock, nice sun loungers and bistro chairs on the deck and wonderful screened porch with game table. Canoe and kayaks are great. Kitchen housewares and linens are stocked as advertised. Loved, loved, loved the tram - made life so easy. Owner was very kind and funny and checked in to see if we needed anything. Definitely will b... read moreCottage with comforts was a treat! So enjoyed the boat rides at sunset, spectacular Mountain Views of northern sky (perfect for meteor shower gazing), tied off in an inner tube from the deck feeding ducks, fishing from the dock, nice sun loungers and bistro chairs on the deck and wonderful screened porch with game table. Canoe and kayaks are great. Kitchen housewares and linens are stocked as advertised. Loved, loved, loved the tram - made life so easy. Owner was very kind and funny and checked in to see if we needed anything. Definitely will book with Bruce again. read less