Title: Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=82943146&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces ## Photo gallery for Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces ![Outdoor dining - Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces (Lake Toxaway)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82950000/82943200/82943146/1264e984.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces (Lake Toxaway)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82950000/82943200/82943146/4ff6acbf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces (Lake Toxaway)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82950000/82943200/82943146/a1fa70d4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces (Lake Toxaway)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82950000/82943200/82943146/55430b1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books - Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces (Lake Toxaway)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82950000/82943200/82943146/82e32bcc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located on the shores of serene Lake Toxaway, Casa de Yayo is a haven of understated luxury and tranquility. Begin each day working out in the gym or sipping coffee on the flagstone patio overlooking the lake; enjoy evening barbecues prepared on a Big Green Egg with plentiful outdoor seating for your gatherings. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 115256 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Gym - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces Casa de Yayo Our calendar is updated in real-time & our nightly rates are accurately displayed. Simply enter your desired dates and click 'Book Now!' A gorgeous setting both inside and out, this luxury home on the shores of Lake Toxaway is a place for taking in the quiet beauty of the North Carolina highlands. In this blissfully tranquil spot, you'll have a small dock at the water's edge, a canoe, a kayak, and life jackets to take out each morning. This three-story lakefront home is full of understated luxury and style. Begin each day on the ground floor, working out in the well-equipped gym with two TVs, readying the canoe and kayak for a morning paddle, and sipping your coffee on the flagstone patio overlooking the lake. Moving upstairs, you'll find the main living spaces on the third floor, including an inviting family room with foldable glass doors that open to a covered deck. Adjoining this room is an elegant kitchen with stainless steel appliances, including a French-door refrigerator and a gas stove. There's also a farm sink and a large island with bar seating. There's also a formal dining room and plentiful outdoor seating for evening barbecues prepared on the Big Green Egg. There are two top-floor bedrooms- one lakefront room with an en suite bathroom and direct deck access and another with an en suite bathroom and a connected study that serves as a fantastic work-from-home space with a computer, copier, and printer. The second-floor bunk room offers a lake-facing play area for the kids. Things to Know \-Please be aware that there is ongoing construction on the adjacent lot, and there may be construction noise during daytime hours. \-Outdoor fires and firepits are strictly prohibited. \-Lake Cardinal is a private body of water that does not allow power boats. \-The fireplace is not operational. \-Check-in time: 4:00 p.m. \-Check-out time: 10:00 a.m. \-All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. \-Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. \-No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. \-This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC. \-All Vacasa properties comes with a starter kit to assist you on your first day before having to go out and purchase additional items. This includes: dish sponge, dish soap, dishwasher packet, laundry packet. Bathrooms will have 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, shampoo, conditioner and hand soap. Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles. Dock details: Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors! Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Gym - Kayak - Water sports equipment - Fishing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Swimming 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 - Garden - Unit size: 5,256 square feet ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95520000/95518400/95518398/397bd08c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded Mountain Cabin Retreat Near Franklin & Highlands Franklin - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.4 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=95518398&PinnedHotelID=95518398&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59920000/59914300/59914263/43c21f41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront 3 bedroom cabin sleeps 10, 8 minute drive to Gorges State Park Lake Toxaway - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 83 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=59914263&PinnedHotelID=59914263&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-06&endDate=2026-03-07&selected=82943146&PinnedHotelID=82943146&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=82943146,95518398,59914263) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises. ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 86339 ## About the area Located in Lake Toxaway, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Gorges State Park and Toxaway Game Land reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute and Cashiers Farmers Market. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, fishing and swimming adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Lake Toxaway travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Toxaway.dx183753) [View more Holiday homes in Lake Toxaway](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Toxaway-Private-Holiday-Homes.d183753-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C35.15070%2C-82.96181&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=SrjwnGUIIbsgjms04LNgXoe7UWk=) Lake Toxaway, NC ### What's nearby - ![Kayaking on Lake Jocassee one of beautiful waterfalls that can be found only by the water](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6228704/bb2221e9-f2df-47b2-a7b3-e2b19c3fd98d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Jocassee 33 min drive \- 18.7 miles - ![Lake Keowee is a man–made reservoir in the United States in the state of South Carolina. It was created to serve the needs of a power utility as well as public recreational purposes. One of my favorite places to go in the summer. The water really is that color.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635056398567/97eeb755-75f6-4d35-b335-7ea2e761c904.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Keowee 42 min drive \- 30.4 miles - ![Alumni Tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/94374/e5fe563d-ccaa-4227-ad40-fbf10957aa92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Western Carolina University 48 min drive \- 33.9 miles - ![At the foot of the Cross lies my peace... A popular place for weddings in the small open-sided chapel atop the mountain at the YMCA camp. To sit in the pews and look out on the world is a great side of peace. #cross #peace #mountains #SC #relaxing #beautifulday #outdoors #traveljunkie #ktphoenixphotography](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532656718/82a12a54-2b7c-457d-b071-556ed8fd587d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Fred W. Symmes Chapel 56 min drive \- 35.5 miles - Lake Toxaway 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles ### Restaurants - The Fix 25 min drive - Grand Olde Station at Lake Toxaway 10 min drive - Canyon Kitchen 25 min drive - Osteria del monte Ristorante Italiano 16 min drive - Casa Amigos 23 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces? ### What time is check-in at Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces? ### What time is check-out at Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces? ### Where is Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Luxe lakefront home with dock, kayak, canoe, home gym & great outdoor spaces Reviews ## Reviews ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 39 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin C. 31 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful trip This is our third time staying here, and each time is as good as the last. Beautiful home, serene setting, and a great setup for two families! ##### Justin C. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna B. 4 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful, serene property House is very nicely furnished & well-kept. Located in a wonderful area with reasonable access to many restaurants & activities. ##### Donna B. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Darlene M. 31 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful ! Amazing accommodations, very peaceful with all you need and a great view. ##### Darlene M. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hunter H. 21 Oct 2024 #### Quiet This house was beautiful, and in a very quiet area. I would definitely stay at this location again. ##### Hunter H. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin C. 26 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Serenity This is as our second stay at casa de yayo, and we absolutely loved it! Beautiful setting, incredible house, and some great nearby restaurants. Highly recommended! ##### Justin C. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maureen D. 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect My family enjoyed our short stay, would like to book the house for a week next summer. ##### Maureen D. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce W., Florida 23 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### B and J’s travels Absolutely outstanding home beautifully situated on a spectacular lakeside lot. Extremely well appointed, comfortable and understatingly elegant. Loved Casa de Yayo and look forward to returning!! ##### Bruce W. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff P. 18 Mar 2024 Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Gorgeous home on mountain lake My family spent a week here and we loved it. The home is beautiful inside and out. Everyone enjoyed paddling on the lake, hiking the nearby trails, and hanging out on the patio. We honestly did not want to leave and we look forward to returning someday! ##### Jeff P. Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Kirk S. 4 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Lake House This is a nice house and it was clean. The stairs are quite steep going downstairs, so if you have bad knees be careful. ##### Kirk S. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert B. 27 Apr 2024 #### Relaxing This property was beautiful inside and out! Very peaceful and relaxing. Everyone enjoyed the canoe and kayak. Thank you! ##### Robert B. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### douglas f. 29 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### casa de yayo some basic things I thought the property could improve on: fireplace (even fake gas logs would be nice) firepit on back patio king beds in both upstairs bedrooms large tv over the fireplace I figure the owner knows this and its his/her personal preferences, but most renters would appreciate these small upgrades. it is a nice house with outstanding view and we enjoyed our stay! ##### douglas f. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff R. 5 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Weekend Trip! House and amenities were as promised or better. Plenty of space for conversation and relaxation. House is suitable for couples or a family with kids. Third bedroom has only bunk beds so not ideal for adults but a minor issue. Instructions are needed to operate TVs and remotes as we were unable to use. Nevertheless, a great overall house with relaxing water and mountain views. Will visit again. ##### Jeff R. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelli M. 15 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lakeside heaven We enjoyed a wonderful week at Casa de Yayo. The home is beautifully decorated and has ample space to relax. The porch has a stunning view of the lake and was a favorite place to enjoy coffee and cocktails. The 2 bedrooms on the main floor were large and comfortable. There is a queen in the master (with a huge bathroom!) and a full in the guest room. The bunk room below provides great additional sleeping space if needed, but has 6 twin beds, which might not be ideal for couples. It worked beautifully for our crew and we loved being in such a lovely home! We will be back! Also tucked into a very quiet area on the lake. ##### Kelli M. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan B. 4 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home and Setting My family travels to Lake Toxaway once a year and we love the area. It was our first time to Casa de Yayo. The house itself is great. And the view of the lake is spectacular. The house was not clean (Vacasa offered to come and clean, however we did not want the disruption since we had just arrived). The house could use an instruction book covering things like light switch system, overriding the programs on the thermostats, how to use the sound system, etc. We thought it could be stocked better (e.g. no tissues, partially used roll of paper towels with no back up, better organization of kitchen and supplies checklist, at least two more Adirondack chairs on patio, etc.). Greater potential here with a little more effort. ##### Susan B. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leigh C. 22 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved the house and lake Toxiway Cleaning not top notch. Mostly very clean except windows and covered patio. The most concerning was that that the garbage was piled high in every garbage bin!!!!!!! No garbage from garage had been emptied. Trash sack piled high, No room for our trash. A photo was taken and sent. Quick reply stating the problem was noted. All else fantastic ##### Leigh C. Stayed 2 nights in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy S. 2 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Time This is a beautiful home and well decorated. We were very comfortable and enjoyed out stay very much. Such a nice property and home. However there were so minor shortcomings I would not expect a home of this quality and value to have. 1\. No information folder or binder of the property and local area; place to see, things to do, places to eat out. 2.There were 30-35 trash bags in the garage. They had been there awhile, because it smelled. 3\. Handle in guest shower was not attached and came off. Left on the counter. 4\. White chair on the patio was broken. 5\. The candles (3) on the upper deck were burned out and unusable. 6\. The front porch and upper deck needed to be blown off. Lot of debris and trash. I removed the trash. ##### Kathy S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Durban Z. 19 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful location and house! Great family trip - beautiful house and location. Great to be right on the lake for boring and swimming! ##### Durban Z. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### valerie m. 15 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We loved our stay at this home so much we booked it again! Gorgeous views. Beautiful home with plenty of space for family to spread out and have fun. ##### valerie m. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bruce W. 10 Aug 2025 #### BJW and Fam Great house, excellent location and loved our second stay here. Looking forward to returning. ##### Bruce W. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynn B. 6 Jul 2025 #### Lake cardinal Absolute perfect setting and beautiful home. Looking forward to returning soon! ##### Lynn B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine S. 6 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful property! The location is incredible and the home was even nicer than the pictures. We wished the upstairs bedrooms had king beds or at least 2 queens, but either way we will definitely be back! ##### Catherine S. Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William B. 17 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice lake house ! We had to be in Lake Toxaway for work so it was not a pleasure trip but that view made it feel like we were on vacation in the afternoons after work ! ##### William B. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Justin C. 15 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful stay! What a beautiful setting on the lake! We had a long weekend with the kids and had a fantastic stay here- plenty for the kids to do, and a great setting for all of us to relax. We would certainly stay here again! ##### Justin C. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Randolph H. 17 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Property Great property. ##### Randolph H. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kimesha C. 11 Dec 2023 #### Birthday getaway The home was very cozy ##### Kimesha C. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 ---