Title: The Waterman | Lakefront Luxury with Hot Tub & Dock! - 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 # The Waterman | Lakefront Luxury with Hot Tub & Dock! Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93050000/93042100/93042076/fb1bae46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93050000/93042100/93042076/3d4f536a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93050000/93042100/93042076/e2aecd4b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93050000/93042100/93042076/17866ee1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93050000/93042100/93042076/ab8295d1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Surrounded by the serene beauty of Lake James, The Waterman offers a tranquil lakefront retreat. Lounge in the spacious living room with massive floor-to-ceiling windows, cozy up on the screened porch or patio, and gather around the outdoor fire pit. Enjoy access to a hot tub, private dock and gas grill during your stay. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 83200 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Hot tub - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace ## 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 Waterman | Lakefront Luxury with Hot Tub & Dock! Offering some of the best views around of Lake James, The Waterman is a stunning lakefront home that allows you to enjoy those views from the massive floor-to-ceiling windows while cozied up in the living room, while lounging on the screened porch, balcony, and patio, or while gathered around the outdoor fire pit! ​​​​​​​This spacious 5-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home boasts three separate king-sized bedrooms, including the main level master with a gas fireplace, a fourth bedroom with two full-size beds, and a fifth bedroom with a full-size bunk bed. It also has a lower-level den area with a TV and pool table (fireplace not usable). In addition to the outdoor areas mentioned above, you'll also find a hot tub, a private dock, and a gas grill to enjoy during your lake vacation! Located just 45 minutes from Asheville in Nebo, this spacious and upscale lakefront home is the perfect place to get away and enjoy everything the Lake James area has to offer. Ideally located near Lake James State Park, you can spend your days exploring nearby hiking trails like the Fonta Flora Loop, Overmountain Victory, or the Holly Discovery (complete with child-friendly activities). If you don't mind a bit of a drive, you can visit another state park nearby, South Mountains, for a more challenging hike like Chestnut Knob or a beautiful waterfall hike like High Shoal Falls before grabbing a refreshing craft beer at Fonta Flora's open-air brewery at Whippoorwill Farm a mere 5 minutes from the home. Also located in Nebo is the award-winning South Creek Winery, which welcomes pets and hosts numerous events throughout the year. Take a scenic 20-minute drive to reach the quaint small town of Marion, where you can grab another cold one at Mica Town Brewing Company, fresh seafood & cocktails at Crabby Abby's Bar and Grille, or a handcrafted dish paired with the NC staple, Cheerwine, at McDowell Local. Before returning to your home away from home, shop around at the Lake James Antique Mall, or take another 30-minute drive to the "Simply Charming" town of Morganton where you can find even more shops, regional museums, and art galleries where you can pick up a souvenir to remind you of your time in the mountains. You'll also find even more delicious dining and drink options in Morganton, like Root and Vine, Treat, Catawba Brewing Company, and the original Fonta Flora taproom. Please note: This house is dog-friendly with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. This home is lakefront and offers its own private dock on Lake James to enjoy. While the home offers access to Lake James, it does NOT offer access to Camp Lake James amenities. The boat, kayaks, and jet skis permanently docked are NOT available to renters. Only the left side of the dock (left slip and outside) is available to renters. For boat rentals, contact the Lake James Neighborhood Store (3.2 miles away) or Noah's Landing (9.2 miles away). ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Gas grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Water skiing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 3,200 square feet ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72050000/72041500/72041471/w2999h1997x1y0-3832ccaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hilltop Lodge | Opulent Lakefront Living & Private Dock on Lake James! 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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 573306 ## 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%7C35.74501%2C-81.89953&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=wQjbYgNQepczgU1TtqV7eDJ1IDs=) Nebo, NC #### What's nearby - Lake James State Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km - Lake James - 1 min drive - 0.0 km - Boat Beach - 8 min drive - 4.9 km - Linville Caverns - 52 min drive - 59.9 km - Linville Falls Winery - 59 min drive - 68.8 km #### Restaurants - ‪Bones Jones Burgers And Butchery - ‬17 min drive - ‪Fonta Flora Brewery - ‬3 min drive - ‪Roma - ‬12 min drive - ‪Mama's County Kitchen - ‬17 min drive - ‪Elliott's Diner - ‬12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Waterman | Lakefront Luxury with Hot Tub & Dock! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Waterman | Lakefront Luxury with Hot Tub & Dock!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Waterman | Lakefront Luxury with Hot Tub & Dock!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is The Waterman | Lakefront Luxury with Hot Tub & Dock! located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake James and Lake James State Park. Boat Beach is 2.5 mi (4 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Waterman | Lakefront Luxury with Hot Tub & Dock! 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 6 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Buck P. Jul 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful house and beuatiful spot on the lake. ##### Buck P. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### James C. May 31, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### AMAZING!! Perfect week get away and BDay! ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e19e0de3-1844-4858-ad80-a3afe26f566f-1748650957308.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/22b9c236-88bd-4a07-8844-ceba6d29522d-1748650935517.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### James C. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### caroline p. Jul 4, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great hone on lake James Wonderful home in great location! Really enjoyed our time! ##### caroline p. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randy R. Jul 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Very nice property on lake james The property is exactly as it looks on vrbo, and the mgmt entity does a fantastic job in communicating with you prior to arrival via text, during your stay via text, and after departure. We enjoyed our stay very much! Our only recommendation, and it is minor, would be to perhaps have the landscaper do a better job with weed maintenance and overgrowth in backyard around walkway to dock and fire pit. ##### Randy R. Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andy W. Nov 2, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location Wonderful place to stay for a family gathering. Lake access and other amenities were a real treat. ##### Andy W. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Allen V. Dec 17, 2024 ##### Allen V. 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