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Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC

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A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, overlooking a lake.
A cozy room with wooden walls, a fireplace, a sofa set, and framed fish pictures.
A wooden dock extending into a lake, surrounded by greenery and trees.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV mounted on a wooden wall. There is a bookshelf and a chair in the room.
3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Mountain Rest, SC
  • Place, Yellow Branch Falls
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Oconee State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Clemson University
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mountain Rest

This vacation home is located 1.2 mi (2 km) from Yellow Branch Falls and within a 10-minute drive of Chattahoochee National Forest. The vacation home includes a fireplace, a patio, and a microwave.
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What's nearby

  • Yellow Branch Falls - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Oconee State Park - 9 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Lake Keowee - 28 min drive - 20.9 miles
  • Clemson University - 42 min drive - 33.5 miles
  • Memorial Stadium - 45 min drive - 34.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Mountain Rest Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • BoJangles
  • ‪The Rooster's Call - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lake Becky Chalet - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Los Primos Taqueria - ‬8 min drive

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.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a patio and 1.5 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a microwave.

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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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Mountain Rest, close to Yellow Branch Falls, Oconee State Park, and Stumphouse Mountain Tunnel. You'll also find Chattahoochee National Forest and Chattooga River within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a fireplace, a fireplace in some house, as well as a garden.

Does Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC?

Yes, every house at Carolina Cottage- Private lakefront retreat in Mountain Rest, SC comes with a patio.

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