Lakefront cabins and mountain retreats in the Hickory Nut Gorge.
Rentals of Lake Lure lists vacation properties on and around Lake Lure, North Carolina - a 720-acre man-made lake set deep in the Hickory Nut Gorge of the Blue Ridge Mountains - directly from their owners.
Lake Lure was created in 1927 by damming the Rocky Broad River, and its striking mountain setting - granite cliffs, rhododendron-covered slopes, and the dramatic notch of Hickory Nut Gorge - has drawn visitors ever since. The lake is famous as the filming location for Dirty Dancing, and the Dirty Dancing Festival draws fans to the area each autumn.
Chimney Rock State Park, perched on a 315-foot monolith above the gorge, is the area's anchor attraction - a short drive from most of our rental properties. The Rocky Broad River and the surrounding national forest offer hiking, waterfall access (Hickory Nut Falls is among the tallest east of the Mississippi), tubing, and fly fishing.
Our listings in the Lake Lure area include lakefront homes with private dock access, mountain cabins tucked into the forest above the lake, and properties in the nearby communities of Chimney Rock and Bat Cave. Most of our owners live locally or nearby and can offer recommendations that no booking algorithm can replicate.
Yes. Lake Lure has a public beach area and many of our private waterfront properties include dock access, paddleboats, and kayaks. The water is clear and the mountain setting is striking.
Most of our listings are within 5-15 minutes of Chimney Rock State Park. The town of Chimney Rock is directly below the park and has a small collection of shops and restaurants.
Lake Lure draws steady visitors but is far less crowded than Asheville or the Outer Banks. It has the feel of a destination locals keep to themselves. Summer and fall foliage season are the busiest periods.
About 25 miles southeast of Asheville - roughly 40 minutes by car. It is a natural day trip from Asheville, or a quieter alternative for guests who want mountain scenery without the city.
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