TIMBER COVE COTTAGE

Timber Cove Cottage is one of Lake Lure’s most historic and scenic lakefront homes, with features dating back to the 1930’s. The wonderful outdoor spaces continue with an inviting roof-top deck, overlooking Timber Cove, Lake Lure and surrounding mountains. The home has been meticulously restored and updated while maintaining the original “lake cottage” layout and feel. Professionally managed, cleaned, linens provided. 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms. Sleeps up to 8.
Come experience lake life. The Town of Lake Lure is expecting the lake to be at full pond May of 2026.
MAIN LEVEL: Timber Cove Cottage features an open Main Level floor plan with Great Room and fully equipped, updated kitchen with a double oven, and both drip and Keurig coffee makers. Walk-out from the Main Level directly onto a spacious Rooftop Deck and Stone Patios. A bright, airy Sunroom adjacent to the Great Room has dining table with bench seating + two chairs and a Queen sleeper-sofa. Great Room has gas fireplace (Oct 1-April 1), flat screen Smart TV , and Sonos speaker, and another queen sleeper-sofa. Great Room, Deck and Sunroom have views overlooking Lake Lure. Rooftop Deck has Gas grill (we supply propane), dining table for 6, covered outdoor seating area and 2 lounge chairs. Main Level Bedroom has 1 King bed and private balcony. NOTE: Main Level Bathroom is accessed by walking through the Bedroom. One flight of stone stairs takes you down from Parking area to Main Entrance. Parking for 3+ vehicles. If negotiating stairs are an issue for anyone in your group, you may want to consider a different property.
LOWER LEVEL has two Bedrooms and a full Bath. It’s an unconventional layout, which is part of the charm of a vintage lakefront cottage: Walk down the stairs directly into a Bedroom with 1 King Bed and flat screen Smart TV. Walk through the King Bedroom into the second Bedroom with a Queen Bed. The Lower Level Bathroom is accessed by walking through both Bedrooms. Lower Level walks out to the large Dock area, Pond and path to the Fire pit area.
Wood Burning Outdoor Fire pit (firewood can be bought locally)

•YOU MUST BE 25 YEARS OLD TO BOOK.
•NO PETS ALLOWED
•NO SMOKING
•LINENS PROVIDED

***IMPORTANT BOOKING INFO***
Your stay at Timber Cove Cottage includes Damage Protection that covers up to $3,000 in damage. See complete terms and conditions in our rental agreement. YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO PURCHASE DAMAGE PROTECTION INSURANCE AT CHECK OUT THROUGH VRBO OR OTHER PROVIDER.
VRBO and direct book guests, your credit card will be charged for the deposit after you sign the rental agreement.

If you book through HOMEAWAY/VRBO, they charge a SERVICE FEE. This fee is NOT paid to Buffalo Junction Properties.

Vacation Rental Reviews

• Timber Cove

  Stayed 3 days ending in October, 2025

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  a guest from Savannah, GA, GA recommends this vacation rental

  We had wonderful visit to this lovely Lake Lure cottage. Kathleen and Steven were easy to communicate with, answering all our questions. The cottage was perfect for 2 couples. We came to this area knowing there would be no lake activities due to Hurricane Helen. But we wanted to support the businesses that are fighting their way back. We ate at several delicious restaurants. Visited Chimney Rock State Park as well as the shops that are reopened. It was uplifting to see the resilience of these folks and the hard work everyone is doing. Cottage is comfortable and great location.

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• Girls weekend stay

  Stayed 2 days ending in June, 2025

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  Tonya S from Kannapolis, NC recommends this vacation rental

  We had a great stay at the house. It was very clean and the beds were comfy. House was perfect for all seven of us. We even enjoyed walking across the street to the garden bar. Would stay again

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• Adorable piece of paradise

  Stayed 3 days ending in May, 2025

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  a guest from Cincinnati, OH recommends this vacation rental

  This cottage was an adorable little piece of paradise. The grounds were well maintained. A stones throw from a restaurant and coffee shop. The home was extremely clean and beds were comfortable.

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• Relaxing week

  Stayed 10 days ending in September, 2024

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  Travis C from Asheville, NC recommends this vacation rental

  Great time of the year to enjoy this beautiful property .

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• Great location and lake FRONT

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2024

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  Melissa B from North Vernon, Indiana recommends this vacation rental

  Our Family of 6, 4 Adults and 2 children, stayed a week at Timber Cove. The cottage was very clean inside and met all of our needs. The pictures make the cottage look smaller than it actually is. There’s a lot of room for larger Groups to spread out. We spent most of our time outside on the expansive decks. We fished and swam right off of the lower deck. The lower deck has stone steps leading in to the water, which made it easy to get in and out of. We took a large inflatable, round swimming pad and tied it to the dock and the Grandchildren loved it. Note, there are hardly any places local to get good fishing bait. We had to drive 30 miles out of town for minnows and crickets. The beds were all comfortable and after a long day outside, we all slept comfortably. The Cottage itself is just minutes from downtown Chimney Rock Village, where there is shopping and lots of great places to eat. The Broad River has a walk behind all of the downtown shops and it’s really beautiful. Our favorite place to eat was the Lake House Bar and Grill. Very large portions and excellent food. Chimney Rock State Park is just minutes away from the Cottage. Be sure and go. We also went to Biltmore Estates, which was about 45 minutes away. Be sure and go. You can spend all day there. The Cottage layout. Upstairs living room and Kitchen, built on sun room with 2 pull out sofas and a large dining table. Master King Bedroom and bath. Large partially covered deck off of the Kitchen. Lower level has 2 bedrooms, one King and one Queen. To get to the Queen bedroom and bathroom, you have to go through the King BR. It wasn’t a problem. Washer and dryer in Queen Bedroom. The lower level has 2 walkout doors that go out to the lower docks and boathouse. We loved having the kayaks and SUP boards to use. Overall, we had a great time and the Cottage was great for our needs. We highly recommend. The Grounds are beautiful and a nice firepit is down a small creek lined lane just off the lo

  • Manager Responded on 9/10/2024

    Thanks so much for the fabulous review. I think we'll hire you to write our descriptions. We would love to host a future visit the next time you're in Lake Lure.

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• Vacation Rental in NC from Florida

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2024

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  a guest from Maitland, FL recommends this vacation rental

  It was wonderful, house exceeded our expectations. waterfront views and lakefront access and kayaks available were great. the notebook provided with all the information and local places to visit was very helpful.

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• Beautiful Timber Cove Cottage

  Stayed 4 days ending in August, 2023

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  a guest from Cedar Grove, North Carolina recommends this vacation rental

  Timber Cove Cottage is a historic gem nestled on the shores of Lake Lure. My husband and I stayed there for 4 nights and loved it. The cottage and grounds are impeccably maintained, with marvelous stonework and landscaping. The cottage is spacious and well-appointed with modern appliances and amenities. It is located just a few minutes' drive from the charming town of Chimney Rock, as well as a grocery store and area restaurants. Our hosts were friendly and responsive, even checking in with us after a big storm knocked out power to the whole area. We will definitely stay there again.

  • Manager Responded on 8/3/2023

    We love to hear that our guests enjoyed their stay at Timber Cove Cottage. We also appreciate that you treated the Cottage with respect. We would love to host your stay with us again , please contact me when you would like to return. Thanks again for taking the time to write a review.

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• Heaven on the Lake

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2023

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  Susan G from Daniel Island, SC recommends this vacation rental

  Had a wonderful week here! The house, the VIEW and the refreshing lake were all incredible. House was very clean and had all the amenities you could possibly need. The stairs and steps throughout the property could definitely be a challenge for some but that is pointed out in the description. A railing down by the steps leading into the water is definitely needed for safety purposes. Overall, I would highly recommend this property. Simply wonderful!

  • Manager Responded on 7/30/2023

    Thanks for the kind words. We will consider how to put a railing where you indicated. Thanks for being such considerate guests.

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• Peace & Tranquility Abound Here

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2023

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  Jessica L from Waxhaw, NC recommends this vacation rental

  From beginning to end, this was the perfect action for our family of 4. Kathleen and the folks at BJP were always quick to respond and delightful to work with. The property is everything we hoped for and more. Charming, well-maintained, comfy beds, well-stocked kitchen and so many things to explore on the property and on the water. We loved the kayaks and paddle board. We were fascinated by the "mystery" of the neighboring property and its boathouse. The location on the lake is centralized and being just off the main channel in a private cove was perfection. We had the cove to ourselves which was so surprising given it was high season. We caught lots of fish in the cove too. The hydrangea, trees, flowers and stonework were stunningly beautiful. We even saw a brown bear down near the fire pit! I highly recommend this property. We cannot wait to return.

  • Manager Responded on 7/30/2023

    We certainly enjoyed hosting your visit. You were great guests. We welcome you back anytime. Thanks for taking the time to write such a flattering review.

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• Lake lure

  Stayed 3 days ending in May, 2023

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  Andrea D from Salisbury, NC recommends this vacation rental

  Amazing

  • Manager Responded on 6/19/2023

    We are happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. If you are headed this way in the future, contact me for a returning customer discount.

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• Fantastic Gem

  Stayed 4 days ending in December, 2022

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  Ed E from Raleigh, NC recommends this vacation rental

  We loved the property and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Beautiful house, decks, and extensive landscaped patio areas. We hope to come back when it's warmer and take advantage of the kayaks.

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• Wonderful Vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2022

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  a guest from Baton Rouge, LA recommends this vacation rental

  This was an amazing vacation. Beautiful property and surroundings, super clean, attentive management. We couldn't have asked for a better experience! Would recommend to anyone!

  • Manager Responded on 8/8/2022

    We greatly appreciate hearing how much you enjoyed your recent stay at TimberCove Cottage and your 5 star review. This classic, yet beautifully updated lake cottage is becoming a favorite to many. Thank you for highly recommending. Buffalo Junction Properties

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• Absolute Magic!

  Stayed 4 days ending in April, 2022

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  a guest from Pittsboro, North Carolina recommends this vacation rental

  Our stay at Timbercove Cottage was absolutely magical. The view alone paid for our stay. It is an amazing property both inside and out, and had every amenity we could want or need: a fully stocked kitchen, comfortable beds, kayaks, puzzles, fishing poles, and incredible views. Peaceful, beautiful, and energizing are just a few adjectives that come to mind when thinking about our stay. Equally as welcoming was the property manager, Sue Gage. She answered all our questions, offered wonderful tips, and ensured our stay was a success. It as exactly what we needed, and we would return in a heartbeat!

  • Manager Responded on 5/10/2022

    Hi Christa - We are so thrilled to hear that your guest experience at TimberCove Cottage was so positive and that all had a wonderful visit. We encourage guests to reach out prior to their arrival and to contact us during their stay if any questions - it was my sincere pleasure to assist. Please reach out to us directly when ready to return - thank you for your 5 star review.

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• Lake paradise

  Stayed 4 days ending in October, 2021

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  Meghan R from Winterville, NC recommends this vacation rental

  This property is a dream nestled in the mountains with spectacular views of Lake Lure. The home has a lovely cottage vibe that was very clean and functional for the needs of our family of 5. We were all so sad to leave and we hope to come back very soon!!

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• Wonderful Family Trip

  Stayed 3 days ending in October, 2021

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  Connie F from Mt. Pleasant, SC recommends this vacation rental

  Our stay at Timbercove Cottage was lovely. The property is comfortable inside and outside. It is furnished well and the location cannot be beat. I highly recommend this property for a comfortable and memorable stay at the lake. We did not want to leave!

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• Timbercove Cottage August 21-Shaver family

  Stayed 5 days ending in August, 2021

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  Kim S from Jamestown, NC recommends this vacation rental

  Two generations of our family (Boomers + Millennials!)were enchanted with Timbercove, especially the outdoors spaces like the private cove, woodland walkway and firepit area and the spacious deck right over the lake with a view of Buffalo Mountain. The layout of the public rooms (kitchen and the two family rooms) was conducive to connection and conversation. The general location was also superb, near the public marina and boat rental, grocery store and Chimney Rock as well. We made many happy memories there we will treasure!

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• Beautiful lakefront retreat

  Stayed 4 days ending in August, 2021

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  Pamela S from Toms River, NJ recommends this vacation rental

  Timbercove cottage is a beautiful lakefront retreat nestled in the hillside on beautiful Lake Lure. The home was meticulously cleaned ,is beautifully furnished and has a well equipped kitchen. There are lake views from nearly every room in the house. The outdoor living space has plenty of comfortable seating for taking in the amazing views. We utilized the kayak and SUP that were provided in the boathouse and rented a pontoon boat from a nearby marina. We loved spending time on the lake; and having the boat delivered directly to our dock was so convenient. Getting groceries was easy as there is a full service grocery store nearby ( groceries/pharmacy/gas). There are also a handful of restaurants around Lake Lure to choose from. Overall, I would highly recommend Timbercove Cottage ( so much so... that we stayed an extra night!) Thanks to Sue and Steve Gage from Buffalo Junction Properties. You were very helpful and quick to respond to communication. We hope to return again.

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• Wonderful experience and will return again.

  Stayed 3 days ending in August, 2021

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  Andrew R from Waxhaw, NC does not recommend this vacation rental.

  Thank you for the great service and wonderful vacation!

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• Quiet and Serene

  Stayed 7 days ending in August, 2021

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  Scott H from Westfield, MA recommends this vacation rental

  We had a wonderful vacation on Lake Lure and enjoyed many of the areas attractions. TimberCove was very well equipped and a lovely location tucked into the corner of a cove off the main lake but very accessible. We enjoyed Chimney Rock, tubing and horseback riding and close proximity to the grocery store with everything was a bonus. The only negative was the location of both bathrooms at the back of each bedroom. Thank you for a great week!

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• Perfect summer vacation

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2021

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  a guest from BRYCEVILLE, FL recommends this vacation rental

  Cabin was very clean, location excellent with lake and mountain view. Very nice, big porch. Very close to the supermarket. We absolutely loved this cabin. This is our 8th summer vacation at the lake and this was the best place we rented. One small issue is that you have to go through 2 bedrooms to get to the bathroom, which is inconvenient especially at night when everyone is sleeping, but it was worth it. Perfect place.

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• Stunning

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2021

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  Emily D from Apex, NC recommends this vacation rental

  This home and property is a dream! We have rented many homes on Lake Lure, and this one is by far the best we've experienced. The home is super comfortable and has multiple outdoor spaces to spread out and enjoy. Work a jigsaw puzzle in the sunroom with a gorgeous view. Relax waterside on the upper or lower deck. Splash around the cove or paddle out to the channel and take it all in. The home's location can't be beat. Very close to grocery and downtown. The bathrooms (one on each level) are accessed through bedrooms, but that's a quirk of a charming, historic home. Steve and Sue Gage were great to work with. Seamless reservation/check-in/check-out with quick communication. We made some wonderful family memories at Timbercove Cottage!

  • Manager Responded on 8/4/2021

    We cannot thank you enough for your 5 star review of TimberCove Cottage and of our property management services. So happy to hear this was your best rental experience in Lake Lure as one who comes here often. Our hope is that you will return soon to continue making wonderful memories that will be treasured by your family in the years to come. Reach out when ready to return - we are happy to assist. Buffalo Junction Properties

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• Amazing, well-equipped cottage with a gorgeous view!

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2021

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  Heather B from Eureka, MO recommends this vacation rental

  Our family had an amazing week at TimberCove. Sue and Steve were incredibly communicative, accessible and accommodating. The grounds are sprawling and well maintained, and we enjoyed every inch of the property. We really enjoyed the comforts of the deck and the sounds of waterfalls, and found the cove to be on one of the prettiest spots on the lake. We spent countless hours fishing, paddling and floating and appreciated all of the space on the dock. The inside was impeccably clean, with all the comforts of home. Wi-fi access was upgraded during our stay, which was a pleasant surprise! We appreciated the privacy of the property, but were excited to be so close to both town and the grocery store. We adore Lake Lure - although we have stayed at other properties on the lake, it will be TimberCove that we return to in the future. Thanks again for your hospitality!

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• Harmony and Peacefulness

  Stayed 10 days ending in May, 2021

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  Heidi Z from Fort Washington, PA recommends this vacation rental

  Lake Lure in May is perfect, gentle and peaceful. Timbercove at Lake Lure is about as sweet as it gets. It's relaxing, both inside and outside - all elements work in harmony. It's clean, plenty of all the basics, beautifully furnished, with views and waterfalls and mature gardens and of course the lake. Enjoyed touring by kayak in the early evenings. The management team of Sue and Steve could not have been more professional friendly, available and helpful. We'll be back!

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• Amazing place

  Stayed 3 days ending in May, 2021

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  Lesbia V from Greenville, SC recommends this vacation rental

  It was a nice lake house and everything was beautiful, just that the boat tag and both the kayaks stickers were expired.

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• Anniversary get away

  Stayed 3 days ending in April, 2021

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  Jon G from Elgin, South Carolina recommends this vacation rental

  We celebrated our anniversary at Timbercove Cottage. We were close to our favorite restaurant, Lastrada's that we ate at every night! The home was clean with an exceptional view and we had the company of the neighborhood duck!

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• Fantastic

  Stayed 4 days ending in March, 2021

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  Jillian E from Gotha, FL recommends this vacation rental

  Such a beautiful property. We can’t wait to go back

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