Title: Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=177518&destination=Mountain+Rest%2C+South+Carolina%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=120085198&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC ## Photo gallery for Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC ![Terrace/patio - Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC (Mountain Rest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120090000/120085200/120085198/64bfe7eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC (Mountain Rest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120090000/120085200/120085198/c49b1cf1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC (Mountain Rest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120090000/120085200/120085198/0525d45b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC (Mountain Rest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120090000/120085200/120085198/40eccb05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC (Mountain Rest)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120090000/120085200/120085198/487a0743.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC Cozy Lakefront Retreat on Mountain Rest Lake Welcome to your peaceful getaway on beautiful Mountain Rest Lake in Mountain Rest, South Carolina. This charming lakefront home features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, perfect for families or a small group of friends looking to relax, explore, and reconnect with nature. Step outside to find a private dock just a few steps from the front porch, where you can launch the kayaks or small boat (included with your stay), cast a fishing line, or simply soak in the serene mountain views. Enjoy mornings with coffee or evenings with dinner on the spacious patio, complete with a large dining table and charcoal grill—all overlooking the water. Inside, you’ll find a fully stocked kitchen ready for home-cooked meals, a cozy sunroom with a TV and fireplace, and a washer and dryer tucked conveniently next to the half bath. The full bathroom features a step-in shower, and the home sleeps 6 comfortably with two queen bedrooms and one bedroom with twin beds. Additional amenities include: • A shed stocked with lifejackets, fishing gear, and kayak storage • A private gravel driveway with parking for three vehicles • Easy handrail access to both the lake and driveway • Private wooded lot • Generator in the event of lost electricity This peaceful lake community is tucked in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains and just a short drive to scenic towns and attractions like Walhalla, SC; Clayton, GA; Highlands & Cashiers, NC; Clemson University; and several state parks and waterfalls. Whether you’re looking to fish, kayak, explore nearby mountain towns, or simply unwind by the fire, this is the perfect place to do it. Book your stay and experience lakeside living at its best. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/450000/445700/445640/7bd1c78a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Clayton Clayton - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included 6.8 871 reviews CA $82 CA $101 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=445640&PinnedHotelID=445640&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108020000/108010600/108010552/787275ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Dillard House Dillard - Pool - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.4 Very good 211 reviews CA $194 CA $230 total includes taxes & fees Mar 26 - Mar 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=108010552&PinnedHotelID=108010552&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1690000/1680400/1680329/735c7bbe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Americas Best Value Inn Clayton Clayton - Pet friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 918 reviews CA $110 CA $133 total includes taxes & fees Mar 25 - Mar 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=1680329&PinnedHotelID=1680329&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3400/3396/c1405fdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mountain Valley Inn Dillard Dillard - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 1,002 reviews CA $79 CA $98 total includes taxes & fees Apr 5 - Apr 6 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=3396&PinnedHotelID=3396&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Free daily full breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/16000000/15830000/15826000/15825932/ff050b64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sylvan Falls Mill B&B Rabun Gap - Breakfast included - Spa - Pet friendly - Parking included 9.6 Exceptional 73 reviews CA $254 CA $299 total includes taxes & fees Mar 26 - Mar 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=15825932&PinnedHotelID=15825932&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/424300/424220/a2dc1856.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Clarion Pointe-Dillard near Blue Ridge Mountains Dillard - Pool - Breakfast included - Pet friendly - Parking included 8.0 Very good 1,001 reviews CA $91 CA $120 total includes taxes & fees Mar 29 - Mar 30 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-29&endDate=2026-03-30&selected=424220&PinnedHotelID=424220&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123670000/123661800/123661735/221f998b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 6 Mi to Chatuge Lake: Spacious Cabin w/ Mtn Views! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Mountain Rest is home to this vacation home. Kingwood Resort Golf and Highlands Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Walhalla Performing Arts Center and Highlands Biological Station. 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There are two lakes to fish, swim, kayak, paddle boat. Camping area for campers, tents or rent lake front cabins. Great hiking trails, one being two miles long that leads to a 70 foot water fall. Play grounds and putt putt golf.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6228761/171467db-fab3-4b68-b771-73d776332115.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Oconee State Park 9 min drive \- 11.1 km - ![Sunset on Lake Keowee, SC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635056398567/6ce440d0-be67-41d2-aaec-302431e3b6fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Keowee 26 min drive \- 31.9 km - !["Clemson University is an American public, coeducational, land-grant and sea-grant research university located in Clemson, South Carolina, United States.More clemson images:"](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127431/81e51bd8-6dfc-4739-9fb0-b15a1329fa3d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Clemson University 40 min drive \- 52.5 km - Yellow Branch Falls 2 min drive \- 2.1 km - Memorial Stadium 42 min drive \- 53.8 km ### Restaurants - Mountain Rest Cafe 8 min drive - BoJangles - Mountain Lakes Grill 4 min drive - Lake Becky Chalet 13 min drive - Los Primos Taqueria 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC? ### What time is check-out at Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC? ### Where is Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC located? ## Have a question? 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