Title: Festive Lakefront Escape: Blue Ridge Holiday Home - 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 # Festive Lakefront Escape: Blue Ridge Holiday Home Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and furnished lanai ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60520000/60514600/60514551/b3e47deb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60520000/60514600/60514551/700a0c39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60520000/60514600/60514551/e634c527.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, stovetop, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60520000/60514600/60514551/a92fb0db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/61000000/60520000/60514600/60514551/42d485d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Festive Lakefront Escape: Blue Ridge Holiday Home provides amenities like a playground and a gym. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62300 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Gym - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - 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. ### Festive Lakefront Escape: Blue Ridge Holiday Home Newly Renovated | Near Asheville’s Biltmore House Holiday Lights Celebrate the season at ‘Lakeside Mountain Retreat’, your 3-bed, 3-bath vacation rental in Brevard’s Connestee Falls community. Perfect for any holiday retreat, this Lake Wanteska home features a fireplace, a lakeview porch, game rooms, and lake access. Enjoy festive family gatherings, crisp walks around the water, and seasonal events in Asheville. Find the ideal mix of comfort and convenience in the Blue Ridge Mountains! \-- THE PROPERTY -- SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS \- Bedroom 1: 1 king bed \- Bedroom 2: 2 twin beds \- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed CONNESTEE FALLS AMENITIES \- All-new activity & wellness center: fitness equipment, cycling studio & group classes \- On-site dining: 3 restaurants (hours vary seasonally) \- Blue Ridge Lounge: bar and grill with pizza & sandwiches \- 18-Hole Championship Golf Course: driving range, putting greens & chipping area \- Pickleball complex: 6 dedicated courts \- Heated pool, tennis & bocce courts \- Lake Atagahi Park & Playground: children’s zip-line, basketball & picnic areas \- Outdoor Recreation: 4 lakes, waterfalls & 14+ miles of hiking trails INDOOR LIVING \- Open, light-filled living room w/ cathedral ceilings \- 1 gas & 2 electric fireplaces \- 2 expandable dining tables for family gatherings \- Flat-screen Smart TVs in every room \- Game room w/ bar, pool table (converts to card table), shuffleboard, dartboard, Ms. Pac-Man, board games & exercise equipment (including Peloton) \- Media room w/ 85" Smart TV, surround sound & reclining sofas OUTDOOR LIVING \- Private dock w/ lakefront yard \- Screened-in gazebo w/ hanging swing for 2 & 2 rocking chairs, perfect for enjoying sunsets \- 4 cushioned chairs around a glass table on the porch, overlooking the lake \- Adjacent screened-in porch with seating for 8 \- Lake Wanteska is stocked (fishing poles and tackle box provided) for use from private dock \- Easy walking path access around Lake Wanteska KITCHEN \- Refrigerator, stove/oven & large over-the-stove microwave \- Single-serve Keurig coffee maker w/ starter pods, sugar, creamer & basket for ground coffee \- Air fryer, blender, toaster & tea kettle \- Cooking & baking basics w/ spices \- Hand mixer, salad spinner & colander \- Full set of pots, pans, dishware, flatware, utensils \- Sponges & towels, etc. GENERAL \- Free WiFi (fiber-optic), keyless entry \- Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans \- Washer, dryer, laundry detergent, iron & board \- Linens & towels, beach towels \- Complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, hangers FAQ \- 1 exterior Ring security camera (facing out) ACCESSIBILITY \- 2-story home \- Exterior stairs required for access on main level \- 2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms on main level \- No exterior stairs required on lower level \- 1 bedroom/1 bathroom on lower level PARKING \- Inside garage (1 vehicle) \- Top driveway (1 vehicle) \- Lower driveway (1 vehicle) \- Cul-de-sac (addt'l parking) \-- THE LOCATION -- \- Quiet cul-de-sac location with year-round lake views \- Nestled in a scenic community w/ world-class amenities & fishing steps away \- 4 miles to Connestee Falls Golf Club & Clubhouse \- 9 miles to Downtown Brevard \- 14 miles to Pisgah National Forest \- 15 miles to Gorges State Park \- 39 miles to Biltmore Estate & Village: candlelit tours, choirs & holiday lights \- 42 miles to Asheville & 46 miles to Greenville \- 28 miles to Asheville Regional Airport \-- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you. \-- POLICIES -- \- No smoking \- No pets allowed \- No large/loud events, parties, or large gatherings \- Must be at least 25 years old to book \- Additional fees and taxes may apply \- Photo ID may be required upon check-in ADDITIONAL INFORMATION \- This 2-story home requires exterior steps to access. Two bedrooms and full bathrooms are available on the main level \- The amenity fee is included in the cleaning fee to provide your group with access to all of the amazing community amenities on-site \- Your safety matters. This property features 1 external Ring security camera. This camera is outward facing and does not look into any interior spaces. This camera is located on the front door facing the front entry. It records video and audio when motion is detected ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cleaning supplies - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Mixer - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster - Toaster oven ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Dock - Furnished lanai ### Laundry - 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 - On a lake ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Gym - Tennis - Basketball nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Motor boating 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 - Property located in a resort - Unit size: 2,300 square feet ## 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 Long-term renters welcome 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 first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 New! Deluxe Lakefront Mtn Escape w/ Club Amenities Brevard 445514 ## 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%7C35.14998%2C-82.76353&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0QDPhaE9kxVMvGShXkRrC7XsicE=) Brevard, North Carolina #### What's nearby - Headwaters State Forest - 5 min drive - 4.4 km - Connestee Falls Golf Club - 9 min drive - 5.0 km - Connestee Falls Park - 9 min drive - 5.3 km - Crystal Mountain Gem Mine - 15 min drive - 13.4 km - Brevard College - 15 min drive - 13.4 km #### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Save-More Foods - ‬19 min drive - ‪Cardinal Drive-In - ‬21 min drive - ‪Forks of the River Taproom - ‬16 min drive - ‪Blue Smoke BBQ - ‬20 min drive - ‪Cedar Mountain Outpost - ‬21 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Festive Lakefront Escape: Blue Ridge Holiday Home 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 Festive Lakefront Escape: Blue Ridge Holiday Home? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Festive Lakefront Escape: Blue Ridge Holiday Home? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Festive Lakefront Escape: Blue Ridge Holiday Home located? > Situated on a lake, this vacation home is 2.5 mi (4 km) from Headwaters State Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of French Broad River and Champion Park. Silversteen Memorial Stadium and Nantahala 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. Ask a question ## Festive Lakefront Escape: Blue Ridge Holiday Home Reviews 9.6 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian Dec 31, 2021 #### Great lake house, great hosts Easy to get to from Asheville yet nice and secluded. Great place for a get away with the family. ##### Ian This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Geanine Nov 5, 2021 #### Beautiful Home! We booked this house due to a wedding in the area. It is a beautiful home, well maintained and extremely clean! The back of the house provides Great Lake views and a easy path down to the dock and gazebo. The furniture and bedding was great. Gas fireplace was a nice feature! The owners are great to work with. Excellent communication! Highly recommend this house! The location is very rural situated in a nice community. ##### Geanine ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin B. Oct 14, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome hosts The house was extremely well stocked and prepared. The owners were quick and awesome at communicating before during and at check out….Even sending us information on restaurants events in the area And other tidbits. We greatly appreciate all they did to make our stay so wonderful. The kids loved fishing off the dock with Papa and sliding down sliding rock. I loved sitting on the gazebo or screened in porch admiring the rain or reading a good book. ##### Robin B. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robin Oct 3, 2021 #### Beautiful home and hiking trails We had an absolutely amazing time at this home in Chechesse falls! The owners were gracious hosts and you could tell paid close attention to detail in how the stocked and prepared the home for arrival. Communication before and during our stay was superb with quick answers to questions as and detailed check in and check out instructions. They even included nearby activities, events, and restaurants that took the guess work out of planning a vacation! The community hiking trails are breathtaking. Our kids loved the sliding rock and fishing off the dock. ##### Robin This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Bhamini May 24, 2021 #### Girls Getaway Super clean, beautiful, enjoyable home by the lake. Carolyn and Dean were very reachable and helpful. Will be great if the rental can include kayaks/pontoon boat for short term guests to enjoy. ##### Bhamini