Family Friendly | Visit Cashiers or Highlands | Near Rafting & Ziplining Tucked into a welcoming community, this dog-friendly Tuckasegee vacation rental offers a quiet escape surrounded by nature. Start your day with coffee on the screened back deck, then head to Bear Creek Lake — known for clear water, protected shoreline, and minimal boat traffic. Visit in summer for lake days or discover the area's 'Secret Season,' when winter reveals sweeping views. This is mountain living done right! -- THE PROPERTY -- SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - Bedroom 1: 1 king bed - Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed - Bedroom 3: 2 twin beds BEAR LAKE RESERVE COMMUNITY AMENITIES - Outdoor pool & hot tub - Pickleball/tennis courts - Nicklaus Design 9-hole executive golf course - Marina on Bear Creek Lake w/ watercraft rentals MAIN FEATURES - Screened-in deck w/ wood-burning fireplace & seating - Covered front porch w/ seating - Gas grill - Smart TVs - Indoor wood-burning fireplace - Board games & books - Dining table KITCHEN  - Stove/oven, refrigerator, dishwasher - Microwave, toaster, blender - Drip coffee maker & Keurig (starter coffee provided) - Cooking basics, spices - Dishware/flatware - Trash bags & paper towels GENERAL  - Free WiFi - Washer/dryer (detergent provided) - Central A/C & heating, ceiling fans - Linens/towels, complimentary toiletries - Iron/board, hair dryer - Keyless entry FAQ - Pet fee (paid pre-trip) ACCESSIBILITY - 2-story home, 5 steps to enter - All bedrooms & full bathrooms on 2nd floor PARKING - Driveway (4 vehicles) - No street parking -- THE LOCATION -- - Gateway to Bear Creek Lake adventures: 500-acre lake w/ 13 miles of shoreline - 2 miles to Bear Creek Park - 15 miles to Lake Glenville - 25 miles to Whiteside Mtn Trail - 34 miles to Waynesville - 36 miles to Great Smoky Mountains Nat'l Park - 68 miles to Asheville Regional Airport -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - Dog friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes; 2 dogs max). No cats allowed due to the owner’s severe allergies. Please include any questions regarding ADA-certified service animals prior to booking - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - This 2-story home requires 5 steps to enter; all bedrooms and full bathrooms are located on the 2nd floor