Luxury Escape: Lodge in Gateway Mountain Preserve

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House in Old Fort, North Carolina

10 guests3 bedrooms5 beds3 full baths1 half bath
5.00
• 4 reviews
Escape to a luxurious mountain retreat in Gateway Mountain’s private 3000-acre nature preserve! This stunning Honka log home features floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking year-round mountain views, including Lake Lure in the distance. The main level offers a chef’s kitchen with a Viking range and industrial fridge, bar seating for 4, and a dining area for 6. Relax in the living room by the cozy gas log fireplace or unwind in the primary suite with a soaking tub, walk-in shower, and sun porch with heated floors and a streaming TV. A second bedroom with a queen bed and nearby full bath completes this level. Upstairs, a loft with two queen beds provides extra sleeping space. The lower level has a secondary living area with a streaming TV, mini-bar, and a second primary suite with a king bed and private bath. Step outside to enjoy a manicured lawn and fresh mountain air. A powder room and large laundry area add convenience to this serene getaway.
What this place offers
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Dryer
  • Washing machine
  • Iron and board
  • Indoor fireplace
  • Wifi
  • TV
  • Smoke alarm
  • Bathtub
Where you'll sleep
Bedroom 1
1 king
Bedroom 2
1 king
Bedroom 3
1 queen
Loft
2 queens
About the neighborhood
This home sits in the peaceful, wooded community of Gateway Mountain — a nearly 3,000‑acre nature preserve just outside the small town of Old Fort, NC. Gateway Mountain offers privacy, mountain‑air serenity, and a sense of escape surrounded by forest and natural beauty. Old Fort itself is a quiet, friendly town with a charming small‑town vibe and easy access to outdoorsy adventures — hiking trails, historic sites, and relaxing mountain scenery.
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Getting around
The region is very drive‑friendly. From Gateway Mountain/Old Fort, you can reach larger hubs like Asheville, NC in about 25–30 minutes by car (≈ 23–24 miles). The closest airport is Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) — about 30–40 minutes away by car. Rideshare services such as Uber do work in Old Fort, though pick‑up times may be slower than in a city. Local history and culture can be explored at the Mountain Gateway Museum and Heritage Center in downtown Old Fort. For hiking, nature, or day trips, Old Fort and the surrounding region offer forested trails, mountain views, and broader Western‑NC adventures.
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House rules
  • Check-in after 4:00 PM
  • Check-out before 10:00 AM
  • 10 guests maximum
Safety & property
  • Exterior security cameras on property
  • Smoke alarm installed
  • Heights without rails or protection
Cancellation policy
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