Title: Sunset Haven on Lake James | Private Dock, Fire Pit & Game Room! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sunset Haven on Lake James | Private Dock, Fire Pit & Game Room! Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110260000/110258200/110258131/6723d874.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110260000/110258200/110258131/e61227db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110260000/110258200/110258131/a1a7cd4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110260000/110258200/110258131/d3527f43.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/111000000/110260000/110258200/110258131/d7a17626.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Located within the upscale Arbor subdivision of Lake James, Sunset Haven is a lake lover's dream. Enjoy modern furnishings, a lower-level game room with ping-pong table and fire pit overlooking the lake. Relax on your private swimming platform with sun deck or spend your days exploring nearby hiking trails in Lake James State Park. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathrooms3700 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Kitchen ## 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. ### Sunset Haven on Lake James | Private Dock, Fire Pit & Game Room! Located within the upscale Arbor subdivision of Lake James, Sunset Haven is a lake lover's dream! Outfitted with cozy yet modern furnishings, this home boasts a lower-level game room with a ping-pong table and game table, a fire pit overlooking the lake, and a private swimming platform with a ladder, boat slip, 2 jet ski ports, and sun deck with unbeatable views. When you're not relaxing or soaking up the sun while swimming and boating at your home away from home, spend your days exploring nearby hiking trails like the Holly Discovery Trail, Fonta Flora State Trail, or West Wimba Loop Bike Trail in Lake James State Park. For view chasers, this home is about an hour's drive from Linville Gorge Wilderness–aka the “Grand Canyon of the East,” which offers even more epic hikes. Cool down after your hiking and biking adventures with a craft beer and a snack from Fonta Flora's open-air brewery at Whippoorwill Farm. For dinner, stop into J. Hartman's for fresh seafood and a cocktail, or McDowell Local for a delicious burger paired with NC staple, Cheerwine. For some retail therapy, take a 30-minute drive east to Morganton or a 40-minute drive west to Black Mountain to browse the local shops for special keepsakes to remind you of your time in Western North Carolina! About the Home • Well-equipped kitchen with island seating for 4, dining for 8, dishwasher, gas range, and standard drip-style coffee maker. • Living room with a 55" Roku TV for streaming and access to the deck with outdoor dining. • Lower-level game room with 55" RokuTV for streaming, ping-pong, second refrigerator, and full bathroom. • Patio with gas grill, dining, outdoor shower, and Bluetooth speakers. • The walk to the dock requires navigating approximately 90 wooden stairs. The experience of the lake is well worth it! Where to Unwind Main Floor • Bedroom with a king-size bed; a full bathroom with a walk-in shower can be accessed from the living room. • Bedroom with queen-size bed and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower. Upper Level • Bedroom with a king-size bed. • Bedroom with a king-size bed and sitting area. • Upper-level bedrooms share a bathroom, accessed from the hallway, with a walk-in shower. Lower Level • Bedroom with a full-size bed and 3 twin-size beds; a full bathroom with a bathtub and shower can be accessed from the game room. Where to Explore • Mica Town Brewing, Nebo Location | 8 minutes • Dollar General Market | 10 minutes • Lake James State Park | 14 minutes • Downtown Marion | 14 minutes • Noah's Landing, Boat Rentals | 16 minutes • Nearest Full Service Grocery, Ingles Market | 17 minutes • Fonta Flora County Park and Connector Trailhead | 25 minutes Please Note: This home is NOT pet-friendly. For security purposes, there are two exterior cameras—one on the driveway and the other facing the lake. The garage is available for guest use. The fireplace in the living room is NOT operable. This home is located within the Arbor subdivision of Lake James and offers exclusive access to community amenities that include a covered pavilion area with a wood-burning fireplace and several park-style grills. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - 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 - Table tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Winery tours 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 3,700 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66150000/66147100/66147096/a811809e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely lakefront home with dock. 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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 ### Property is also known as 899158 ## 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%7C35.73743%2C-81.95010&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=99y5SEpF-hJfxFi5o56TDwp6uK8=) Nebo, NC #### What's nearby - Lake James - 1 min drive - 0.0 km - Lake James State Park - 11 min drive - 5.0 km - McDowell County Courthouse - 15 min drive - 10.8 km - Boat Beach - 23 min drive - 15.2 km - Linville Caverns - 50 min drive - 50.9 km #### Restaurants - ‪Bessie’s Diner - ‬9 min drive - ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬14 min drive - ‪Mica Town Brewing - ‬12 min drive - ‪Smokey Que's - ‬14 min drive - ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sunset Haven on Lake James | Private Dock, Fire Pit & Game Room! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Sunset Haven on Lake James | Private Dock, Fire Pit & Game Room! located? > Located in Forest Lake Heights, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake James and Catawba River. Lake James State Park and McDowell County Courthouse are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sunset Haven on Lake James | Private Dock, Fire Pit & Game Room! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chrissie S. Jul 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous getaway at the lake! We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. The dock was our favorite part. Our girls spent hours swimming and floating. The view is spectacular. The house was clean and had everything we needed. The teens loved the downstairs game room and having their own separate fridge. We had two very minor issues during our stay and the owners responded promptly and handled the situations very much to our satisfaction. We will definitely rent here again. ##### Chrissie S. 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