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I have lived in the Lake Lure/Mill Spring area for more than 20 years, and now call the mountains my home. A Touch of Luxury Cabin and A Touch of Whimsy are both the perfect home base for travelers wanting to explore all our area has to offer:

- Hidden miles (4 minute drive) to the only major grocery store in the Lake Lure area
- 5 miles (11 minute drive) to the Lake Lure Beach/kid water park
- Hidden miles (14 minute drive) to Chimney Rock State Park
- 16 miles (20 minute drive) to Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring
- 55 minute to 1 hour to Biltmore Estate in Asheville
- Close to ziplining, hiking, water activities, wineries, and much more
- Easy access for day trips to Saluda, Tryon, Columbus, Flat Rock, Hendersonville,
Black Mountain, Asheville, Blowing Rock, and much more.

Member since: December 2017

Speaks: English

Lives: Mill Spring, NC, USA

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Book Direct and Save! A Touch of Luxury-Lake Lure

Book Direct and Save! A Touch of Luxury-Lake Lure

Convenient location: 7 miles from Chimney Rock State Park, 16 miles from Tryon Intl. Equestrian Center. 1.5 miles from Lake Lure Ingles grocery.

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2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

4.99

172 reviews

Book Direct and Save! A Touch of Whimsy-Lake Lure

Book Direct and Save! A Touch of Whimsy-Lake Lure

Lake Lure cabin retreat. Perfect for a budget honeymoon or last minute anniversary getaway!

1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom

5

10 reviews

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Grocery, Dollar Store, and ABC Liquor Stores near Lake Lure, NC

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Template for reselling cancelled dates on facebook

Mar 26, 2022

Template for reselling cancelled dates on facebook

Show travelers exactly how much they save when booking direct on Houfy.

Should I charge travelers a 3% fee to use a credit card?

Feb 10, 2022

Should I charge travelers a 3% fee to use a credit card?

It depends how badly you want to encourage travelers to book direct on Houfy. Keep in mind, one of the major reasons travelers are drawn to direct book is to bypass the high rates and fees charged on the other platforms.

Template to ask credit card holder for ID and signature on the rental agreement

Jan 21, 2022

Template to ask credit card holder for ID and signature on the rental agreement

You can use this template if you still ask guests to print, scan, and email back your rental agreement. "Hi Brandon, Attached is the rental agreement. Double check rates, dates, and check-in/check-out times, etc. I am sending the arrival information from Houfy shortly. The agreement should only be completed by credit card holder.

Shhh... How to Find the Best Price for Your Vacation Rental

Jan 3, 2022

Shhh... How to Find the Best Price for Your Vacation Rental

Do you always want the best price for your vacation rental? Did you know some vacation rentals cost 15-20% more depending on the website you use, adding hundreds, sometimes thousands of dollars to the cost of your stay?

Operating Living Room TV Remote

Dec 23, 2021

Operating Living Room TV Remote

Remote is in the bowl on the coffee table. Be sure everyone reads through this before turning on the tv. 1. Always aim the remote at the sensor to the left of the bookshelf when doing any function, including turning tv on and off. Just stand near the coffee table and it will work fine. No need to stand very close to the sensor.

What Should I Do When the Trash Is Full?

Dec 22, 2021

What Should I Do When the Trash Is Full?

There are two bear proof trash cans at the end of your driveway. Feel free to use these during your stay if the kitchen trash compactor gets full. Otherwise, housekeeping will take care of emptying the trash compactor after you leave.

Trash Compactor and Glass

Dec 22, 2021

Trash Compactor and Glass

There are two areas to dispose of garbage.

How Do I Announce Houfy to Travelers Following Me on Social Media?

Nov 6, 2021

How Do I Announce Houfy to Travelers Following Me on Social Media?

If you have any social media followers, the quickest way to bring awareness about the savings on Houfy is to make an announcement. If you want travelers to book on Houfy versus other platforms, you MUST communicate the savings!

Are Lodging Taxes Applied to Vacation Rental Cleaning Fees?

Sep 24, 2021

Are Lodging Taxes Applied to Vacation Rental Cleaning Fees?

Generally, yes. But not always. The answer depends on your specific state and local county laws.

Tips and inspiration for choosing a vacation rental property name

Sep 9, 2021

Tips and inspiration for choosing a vacation rental property name

A unique property name helps travelers easily search for your property online. And memorable names help guests recommend your property to friends and family. Follow these helpful tips:

Thank you departure email/text template

Sep 7, 2021

Thank you departure email/text template

Do you currently thank your guests upon departure for staying at your property? It's always good business practice to send your guests a departure thank you. A simple text/email is sufficient, especially if you send nothing now.

Should I Designate Specific Changeover Dates?

Sep 1, 2021

Should I Designate Specific Changeover Dates?

This will likely depend on your market, minimum night stay, and housekeeper's availability. Below are some common scenarios of when hosts might use changeover dates.

External Surveillance Cameras

Jul 7, 2021

External Surveillance Cameras

The property has external cameras placed in the front deck, parking lot, front of the waterfall, and zipline. This video footage is not shared publicly and is recorded in cases of a break-in, death, injury, guests sneaking in pets, guests disregarding the maximum occupancy allowed, and in no way infringes upon guests’ expectations of privacy in these public areas of the property.

Visitor Policy Template

Jul 5, 2021

Visitor Policy Template

Feel free to use any wording in this rental agreement. Be sure to follow local laws and use an attorney. Number of guests allowed: 4

Do Your Guests Know Who Receives the Service Fee?

Jun 30, 2021

Do Your Guests Know Who Receives the Service Fee?

How many times have you heard travelers complain about a $200 cleaning fee–yet they'll happily pay a $600 service fee to an online travel agency?

Adding My Houfy Link to Social Media and Other Sites

Apr 22, 2021

Adding My Houfy Link to Social Media and Other Sites

Many hosts new to book direct often ask about how to start telling their social media followers about Houfy. The quickest way to bring awareness about Houfy is to make a simple announcement.

Why guests should sign and acknowledge your cancellation policy

Mar 26, 2021

Why guests should sign and acknowledge your cancellation policy

"I am about to sign up with Stripe or Square and I am wondering who decides if a guest can get a refund. What if a guest files a chargeback because they want to leave early and the host stands firm on their cancellation policy? Does Stripe or Square decide if the guest will get their money back even if the guest agreed to my cancellation policy?"

Which Listing Sites Should New Hosts Use?

Mar 17, 2021

Which Listing Sites Should New Hosts Use?

Which Listing Sites Should New Hosts Use? New hosts often ask if Airbnb or Vrbo is the better site to list on. Everyone's short term rental market is different. So my advice is to test out both platforms. Caveat: Be sure to carefully read the fine print and terms and conditions of any platform.

Is Vrbo Removing It's Traveler Service Fee Cap?

Mar 16, 2021

Is Vrbo Removing It's Traveler Service Fee Cap?

For quite a few years now, Vrbo's traveler service fee has been a dynamic amount–but capped.

Can Houfy hosts screen and vet travelers?

Feb 28, 2021

Can Houfy hosts screen and vet travelers?

Absolutely! Book direct is all about open communication. Phone numbers and inquiry emails are never blocked nor hidden. This means you and the traveler get to freely communicate before accepting a reservation.

The 11 Worst Mistakes Travelers Make When Booking a Vacation Rental

Feb 2, 2021

The 11 Worst Mistakes Travelers Make When Booking a Vacation Rental

Vacations rentals are a great way to save money when traveling. The whole group gets to kick back and relax under the same roof. Read on to avoid making some of these common mistakes the next time you book a vacation rental.