$349,000
About this home
Tucked just minutes from the natural beauty of Chimney Rock State Park and the dining and shopping options of Chimney Rock Village, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage offers the perfect blend of location, comfort, and short-term rental potential. This cozy mountain retreat features a welcoming open-concept living space that flows seamlessly between the kitchen, dining, and living areas—ideal for entertaining guests after a day of hiking nearby trails, exploring the area, or enjoying Lake Lure. The two bedrooms are thoughtfully positioned and share access to two full bathrooms, creating a functional and comfortable layout for visitors. A standout feature of the home is the screened-in porch, providing a peaceful spot to enjoy morning coffee or unwind in the evenings while taking in the surrounding mountain atmosphere. Just beyond, a dedicated fire pit area creates the perfect setting for gathering under the stars—an amenity guests consistently love. Adding even more value and peace of mind, the cottage features a brand-new roof and new HVAC system, making it a low-maintenance investment for years to come. With its close proximity to popular restaurants, outdoor attractions, and year-round activities, this turnkey cottage presents an excellent opportunity as a successful Airbnb, vacation rental, or personal mountain getaway.
Property details
- MLS #
- CAR4379056
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- Chimney Rock Village
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 24
- On market date
- May 9, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 2
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- N/A
Location
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Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).
- Enrollment
- 233
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.7:1
- District
- Rutherford County Schools
- Enrollment
- 603
- Student:teacher ratio
- 14.4:1
- District
- Rutherford County Schools
- Enrollment
- 769
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.7:1
- District
- Rutherford County Schools
Walkability
Blended score for Lake Lure's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Market position
How this listing compares to current activity in Lake Lure, from live MLS data.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 2, 2026.
Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.