Nestled among the trees in a charming neighborhood, Carruth Cottage is a recently remodeled studio apartment offering cozy comfort and mountain charm without sacrificing modern conveniences. Enjoy dinner on the patio table, relax on the deck under shade trees, or take advantage of central heat/AC, cable HD TV and WiFi.
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Entire home
1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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About this property
Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake
Carruth Cottage is a charming studio apartment quietly nestled among the trees in a quaint Lake Junaluska neighborhood. You will enjoy the privacy Carruth Cottage offers as it sits on its own, perched over the original natural stone garage. This vacation rental property is perfect for motorcyclists, kayakers and boaters alike - as the stone garage allows for parking of motorcycle trailer or small boat trailers.
Although Carruth Cottage is a studio, you will find it surprisingly spacious with a roomy full bathroom, a queen-size bed, and a full-size pullout providing enough room for everyone. The cozy kitchen cabinets are made of reclaimed wormy chestnut giving the home a warm feel while the ample counter space, well stocked utensils, cookware and dishware keep even the fussiest cooks happy. This lovely cottage offers cozy comfort and mountain charm without sacrificing modern conveniences. Enjoy dinner outside on the patio table complete with a shade umbrella.
After a busy day of sight-seeing or attending a local conference, the deck is the perfect place to relax and unwind in the peaceful surroundings and under the large bank of shade trees. Imagine sitting outside in the early morning sipping your coffee and basking in the serenity. Carruth Cottage is a premium vacation rental studio home that offers relaxation and comfort, a beautiful wooded peaceful neighborhood, central heat/AC, streaming HD TV with Roku, WiFi, paved roads, and year-round access.
Please note this property is not pet friendly. Unauthorized pets on property will incur a $300 per pet penalty.
In addition to all that this lovely vacation home offers, Carruth Cottage is situated in an exceptionally convenient location. Carruth Cottage is mere walking distance from the Lake Junaluska Conference Center making it the perfect rental for conference attendees. Walk to the conference facilities or take the little ones to the Lake Junaluska playground. Take a leisurely stroll along the paved walking path that circles the lake while enjoying the historic buildings and the stunning mountain vistas that surrounds the entire area. The 3.8 mile walking trail has several gazebos and benches where you can stop and rest while enjoying your stroll around the lake. If you prefer, you can shorten your walk to 2.3 miles by crossing the footbridge above the dam. Whichever way you choose to go, don’t miss walking through the “Rose Walk” which includes more than 200 hybrid tea, grandiflora, and floribunda roses. Golfers will enjoy a round of golf at the Lake Junaluska 18-hole golf course. While playing golf at the 68 par course you can take in the spectacular views of the lake and the surrounding mountains. This course is open to the public and families are welcome.
Carruth Cottage is just a few minutes’ drive to the heart of Maggie Valley, Cataloochee Ski Area (known for being one of the first ski resorts in the US to open each year), Tube World (snow tubing), Wheels Through Time (a historic motorcycle museum featured on the History Channel's “American Pickers”), horseback riding and only a few miles from golfing. In about 20 minutes, you could be in Waynesville at Ingles and Publix grocery stores, Walmart or head to Main Street in Waynesville and enjoy additional shopping, dining, and sightseeing.
This home is about a 20-minute drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and Harrah's Cherokee Casino (even if you do not gamble, Harrah's has some of the best restaurants around), Pisgah National Forest, several golf courses, and just west of Cherokee is Bryson City (home of the Great Smoky Mountain Railway and “Polar Express” during the Christmas Holiday).
A little more than 50 minutes away, you’ll arrive in Asheville at the Biltmore Estate & Winery (America's largest and most visited privately-owned home), many great restaurants and micro-breweries, and 1 hour and 30 minutes away is Transylvania County (home of the most waterfalls in the United States), and over 100 Antique Shops.
Approximately 1 hour away heading south to Hendersonville, you can visit Sierra Nevada Brewery (with their enormous dining and Tap Room), gem mining, white water rafting, zip-lining and much more in the surrounding areas.
It is just under 1 hour 35 minutes to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee (home of Dollywood).Gatlinburg, TN and Pigeon Forge (home of Dollywood).
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Onsite parking options include a garage
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Living spaces
Separate dining area
Entertainment
HDTV
Outdoor areas
Patio
Laundry
Coin laundry
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Location highlights
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
On a lake
Things to do
Golf
Kayak
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the area
Located in Lake Junaluska, this cottage is in the mountains and on a lake. Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cold Mountain Gameland reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Queen's Farm Stables and Waynesville Recreation Center. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding. Visit our Lake Junaluska travel guide
Is Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Queen's Farm Stables and Blue Ridge Health - Haywood are also within 3 mi (5 km).
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Carruth Cottage - Studio APT, Walk to Lake Junaluska Conference Center, Lake Reviews
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Stayed 10 days. The location is excellent both as a base for traveling the area and for staying close by. The cabin was comfortable, clean, and well-appointed. Enjoyed our time there and would certainly go back again.
This property is perfect for a couples getaway. The house is so cute and quaint and is located in a cute little neighborhood. Very close to everything. I would highly recommend this property!
An absolutely wonderful place to stay; all you need is here with an interior tastefully decorated in harmony with a quiet beautiful nature-like setting, a minute’s walk to Lake Junaleska!
The cabin is sweet and just fine for one or two people. Any more would be a bit crowded. Very nicely stocked kitchen and the bathroom is great - although a full length mirror would be nice. I did not know in advance of renting that there was no trash pick-up, which was a bit challenging. And had several large black ants to contend with. The fridge makes an odd noise, which makes it rough to sleep. Cobwebs on lamp shades.
This little cottage was perfect for my husband and I for a quick anniversary getaway. I think it would definitely have been tight for more than 2 people. Very clean and and had all the basic necessities but no extras. Bring your own TP, coffee pot liners, per the property manager instructions. A quick walk down a few flights of stairs and we were on the walking path leading around the lake. We have a van which left us just enough room to get in and out while parked in the garage area, so a larger vehicle would need to park roadside (which there is room to do). Dollar General, Dunkin' Donuts, Bojangles all very close by. The only negative was the fridge sounded like a tractor idling in the kitchen when it turned on to cool. Because everything is all in one open space, it was a little distracting but we eventually got use to the noise. The checkin/out process was very easy to navigate. Overall, a very pleasant experience and we would definitely stay here again!
The property was charming, obviously well-loved by its owners. We had a great time there and were able to relax and visit the surrounding area. The only problem was the refrigerator door that couldn't open entirely. This meant that the vegetable bin was inaccessible since the door couldn't open entirely. Anyone who plans to cook while staying there might object to this. I also recommend adding a vertical grab bar near the shower to make it safer stepping out. But overall it was great. Thanks!
The property was clean. Had a nice porch. No view of the lake, several blocks away on steep incline. Kitchen decent. One queen bed and hideabed sofa. This property is not for anyone that has difficulties climbing the stairs. We are in our 80's. We liked the place but stairs were a problem. Also we were locked out. Not aware that shutting the door would automatically lock it. Had to find someone to call for us to get the number so we could get help to get in. Took a few hours. Be careful to check the locking mechanism.
This is a really well renovated cabin! Very convenient, quiet, easy access, and comfortable furniture. It accommodates 2 people well. I will definitely be back for another visit.