[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The best of both worlds Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70870000/70864000/70863946/ced5f527.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Combined shower/tub, jetted tub, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70870000/70864000/70863946/w3401h2267x0y0-857a559f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70870000/70864000/70863946/455fd79a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70870000/70864000/70863946/57705311.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70870000/70864000/70863946/834b5349.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched above the shores of idyllic Lake Cardinal, FaBear's Den offers a serene retreat with five-star amenities. Unwind in the luxurious master suite with a waterfall shower and private porch or lounge on the lakeside patio with elevated views of Lake Cardinal. Explore the game room, reading room, or take advantage of lake activities like kayaking and paddleboarding. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The best of both worlds The best of both worlds! Due to its unique location, FaBear’s Den has the feel of both a mountain treehouse lodge and a serene lake house, all in one. Perched perfectly above the shores of idyllic Lake Cardinal, a private feeder lake to Lake Toxaway, guests are invited to unwind in the five-star amenities found within this magnificently appointed home and its environs. The main floor boasts hardwood floors and beams rescued from a turn of the century Philadelphia barn, adding to the rustic yet elegant world that greets you when you enter the home. The supple main floor master suite is outfitted with a mix of modern and antique furniture, along with Ritz-Carlton styled bedding that allows for the perfect sleep. The suite’s uber-luxurious bathroom boasts a waterfall shower, soaking tub, and a “Juliet” porch, where one can truly dry off “au natural” in the privacy of the mountains. The main level is also home to a spacious lakeside porch, which allows for elevated views of glorious Lake Cardinal, along with lounge-style patio furniture and a built-in gas grill for those nights when guests want the feeling of dining al fresco. In addition, the main floor also has a side porch, which allows one to nap away the day to the whitewater sounds of the Toxaway River, which runs right along the side of the home, emptying into Lake Cardinal. On the lower floor, the house is equipped with another two rustic, yet, luxuriously appointed bedrooms, along with a spacious reading-room, which has a “hidden” queen-size murphy bed for extra guests. Also on this level is a large game room dressed with a cloud-like couch (it’s literally called “the cloud”) that allows for guests to enjoy movie nights on the big screen TV or to cheer each other on while the family competes in games of ping-pong on the other side of the room. On the upper level, FaBear’s Den is home to another intoxicating master bedroom suite called “The Treehouse.” One step out onto the suite’s A-frame-lined porch, and visitors will be swept away by the views of Lake Cardinal and beyond. The porch also has a comfy hammock that allows visitors to laze about and fall truly under the tranquil spell of the sounds of nature. And when it’s time to wash up for the day, guests will be wowed by the bathroom, which is almost bigger than the bedroom. Marble vanity, waterfall shower, jetted spa tub, and those views of the lake, these are just a few of the amenities that away the discerning renter. Also on this level is another suite called “The Farm,” which is outfitted with a four-poster bed and its own charming bathroom, replete with claw-foot tub. Like all of the bedrooms in this house, the Farm is full of hidden surprises (look for the secret door), as well as a sundeck of its very own where guests can relax on chaise lounges while admiring the majestic granite rock faces of nearby Panthertown Mtn. And while the interiors of FaBear’s Den truly delight the senses, more magic awaits when guests head down to the lake. Accessible by the main floor porch or by the lower level porch, visitors follow a surprising forest trail that leads down to Lake Cardinal. The trail is actually a path joined by a series of steps that briefly lead guests past age-old moss-covered boulders and lush pines. Please stop to take a mental picture (or a real one) of nature abound. As one reaches the bottom of the trail, the steps open up to a picturesque flag-stoned patio that serves as the berm to the dock and kayak launch, which are tucked in perfectly on the very best part of the lake. The house is outfitted with two kayaks, two SUPs, a canoe, and a “lilypad” for all of the lake fun you can muster. When guests aren’t on the water, they can often be found lounging on the Adirondack chairs that surround the patio’s fire pit, roasting marshmallows, or gazing up at the stars as the day gives way to night. And for those guests not up for the steps leading down to the lake. Optional access to the Lake Toxaway Country Club is available from April - November. \*subject to application and usage fees\* ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Heated pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Golf - Heated pool - Kayak - Optional golf privileges - Snow sports gear - Table tennis - Tennis - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rafting nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68790000/68780100/68780031/b4e3a955.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Stella Experience on Lake Toxaway!! 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Lake Toxaway - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 144 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=23902921&PinnedHotelID=23902921&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 25 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ### Property is also known as The Of Both Worlds Toxaway 2380-225319 The best of both worlds! Lake Toxaway The best of both worlds! Private vacation home The best of both worlds! Private vacation home Lake Toxaway ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.15051%2C-82.96435&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-iyV7Ksv5CvnVrNa0uvPVhuws0E=) Lake Toxaway, NC #### What's nearby - Lake Toxaway - 15 min walk - 1.2 km - Gorges State Park - 12 min drive - 7.8 km - Whisper Lake - 19 min drive - 11.4 km - Sapphire National Golf Club - 20 min drive - 14.1 km - Lake Glenville - 35 min drive - 31.5 km #### Restaurants - ‪The Fix - ‬26 min drive - ‪Casa Amigos - ‬24 min drive - ‪Grand Olde Station at Lake Toxaway - ‬11 min drive - ‪Canyon Kitchen - ‬26 min drive - ‪Osteria del monte Ristorante Italiano - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The best of both worlds pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The best of both worlds? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The best of both worlds? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The best of both worlds located? > This family-friendly Lake Toxaway vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Lake Toxaway. Gorges State Park and Pisgah National Forest are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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