Lake Lure North Carolina has been called one of the most breathtaking man-made lakes in the world. Only Mother Nature could have helped create something so simply remarkable. Purely reserved for recreation and relaxation, Lake Lure contains great stretches of open water, three long bays, an island of more than seven acres and many small inlets – all with the glorious backdrop of hardwoods and pines covering never-ending stretches of untouched hills and mountains. 

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Hickory Nut Gorge Chamber of commerce    
The Town of Lake Lure     Rutherford county  
Nearby towns: Chimney Rock,  Bat Cave  

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Chalet Club at Lake Lure
Fairfield Mountains Lake Lure
Gaestehaus Salzburg
Grafton Lodge & Cabins
Ivivi Lake and Mountain Lodge
Lake Lure Golf & Beach Resort
Lake Lure Inn & Spa
Linne'Ardan at Lake Lure
Lodge on Lake Lure
1927 Lake Lure Inn & Spa
The Wicklow Inn
The Willow Brook Inn

PROPERTY FOR SALE

Burch Real Estate
Carolina Land
Fairfield Mountains Realty
Lake Country Real Estate
Lake Lure Resort Realty
Mathews Homes, LLC
Mountain Lake Realty
R&R on the Lake
Bear's Den. Picturesque log cabin tucked away in a private wooded location. This beautiful cabin is new, yet offers all of the charm of cabins in days gone by. The cabin offers one level of living space with a large, open greatroom, dining room and kitchen. The greatroom has a corner fireplace and stairs leading to a spacious loft with a queen futon. All three bedrooms are on the main level. The master suite is spacious and features a king-size bed and private bath with an indoor whirlpool tub. The cabin shares a common waterfront and there is room to dock a boat. The Bear's Den is only a short six mile drive to the beach in Lake Lure and Chimney Rock Park. Bear's Den site. 

Snug Harbor Place. This is not your typical mountain cabin! Modern, comfortable, all new; just completed in March 2005.  Beautiful pine interior, vaulted ceiling in kitchen/family room,  2 nice bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, completely furnished including washer/dryer, gas un-vented log fireplace, central ac/heat, all new appliances, cable T.V., ramp and/or stair access to wrap-around deck, overlooking gorgeous, panoramic mountain views and Chimney Rock.  Located on an elevated lot, with paved roads for easy access. Just over 1 mile to Lake Lure beach and Broad River,  with all the amenities: swimming, fishing, tour boats, and golf. Minutes from shopping and restaurants. A quiet get-away for an anniversary, or a fun-filled vacation with the family. Ready to relax you for the weekend, week, or extended stay. Snug Harbor Place site.

Chimney Rock Park.  This privately-owned scenic attraction offers spectacular 75-mile views from overlooks accessible to everyone by either stairways and bridges or a 26-story elevator built inside the mountain.  There are 3.5 miles of hiking trails, a 404-foot waterfall, Nature Center, picnic areas, unique rock formations, rare plant life and more. Chimney Rock Park site. 

Lake Lure Boat Tours.  Experience first hand the unique beauty of Lake Lure from the comfort of a luxurious seat aboard one of our spacious covered tour boats. Lake Lure Tours will take you past locations for the blockbuster film, "Dirty Dancing," and past acres and acres of unsurpassed natural beauty, wildlife and legend. Lake Lure Boat Tours site. 

Lake Lure Boat Rentals.  Hop on board one of our many boats and experience Lake Lure first hand. The Lake Lure Marina has a large variety of kayaks, canoes, hydrobikes, paddle boats, electric boats and pontoon boats available for hourly, daily and weekly rental. The marina also has a variety of products and services for all your boating and water activity needs: gas and oil, cold beverages and supplies, as well as free boat ramp access. For your convenience, tickets to Lake Lure Tours scenic boat rides can be purchased as well. And, visit our gift shops for Lake Lure sportswear and souvenirs. Lake Lure Boat Rentals site.

Lake Lure Recreation.  All recreational activities at Lake Lure    Lake Lure Recreation site.

Bottomless Pools. The famous Bottomless Pools which opened in 1916, continue to be a favorite spot for locals as well as visitors to these lush mountains.  Enjoy three separate pools, each with their own beautiful waterfall and their own individual uniqueness.
     Stroll through the woods and enjoy the lovely natural setting.  Along the way you will see rhododendron, laurel, evergreens, and wild flowers.  Bottomless Pools is a charming spot at any season of the year. TEMPORARILY CLOSED. 

 

 

RESTAURANTS & ENTERTAINMENT

ARTISTS & GALLERIES

MERCHANTS  & MORE

Golfing at Fairfield Mountains. Here at Fairfield Mountains, you can enjoy a game of golf on two lovingly maintained 18-hole championship courses with full service pro shops. Apple Valley, one of our courses, was designed by the celebrated golf architect Dan Maples. Golfing at Fairfield Mountains site. 

Das Kaffeehaus  began as an Austrian pastry and coffee shop, but now has become a full German Restaurant that still serves fantastic pastries!  With Fantastic homemade German specialties and Austrian pastriesAustrian music playing in the background and birds and squirrels scampering outside, you can dine on authentic German cuisine for lunch or dinner. Chef Werner Maringer provides a selection of Austrian-German specialties, many of which are his own creation. The restaurant is located at the Gaestehaus Salzburg Bed & Breakfast in Lake Lure. Das Kaffeehaus site. 

Laura's House provides family-style home cooking served with Southern hospitality.  Located across the street from the entrance to Chimney Rock Park, it serves "all you can eat" Southern family-style meals.  Completely renovated in 2001, the restaurant continues a 130 year tradition of serving meals on this property.  Fine food, great views, and Southern hospitality! Laura's House site. 

Lakeview Restaurant & Lounge. Overlooking beautiful Lake Lure and majestic Bald Mountain, the Lakeview Restaurant, located in the Lake Lure Golf & Beach Resort, features fine dining in a casual atmosphere nightly.  Sunday brunch, a full service Lakeview Restaurant and Lounge, Lake Lure Golf & Beach Resort at Fairfield Mountains, Lake Lure, North Carolina buffet featuring breakfast and lunch items with a scrumptious dessert bar.  Reservations are suggested. 828-625-3045 or 828-625-3000.  Adjacent to the Lakeview Restaurant, the Lounge is open every evening with a full service bar.  Weekends feature a DJ for your entertainment.   828-625-3049. Lakeview Restaurant and Longue site. 

Riverside Riding Stables.  We would like to welcome you to take a beautiful guided trail ride with us at Riverside Riding Stables.  Ride horses beside a beautiful running river and through wooded trails where wildlife often play, into the scenic mountains of western North Carolina with spectacular views and overlooks. Located just 8 miles East of Chimney Rock and Lake Lure; only 4 miles from Lake Lure Golf & Beach Resort at Fairfield Mountains. Riverside Riding Stables site. 

Cedar Creek Stables.  Cedar Creek Stables is a public horseback riding facility, nestled in the beautiful mountains of Lake Lure, North Carolina. We also offer English and Western riding lessons from certified instructors, and pony rides for children under 8. In addition to horseback riding, we have many other activities including gem mining, fishing, a petting park and packing trips. Cedar Creek Stables site. 

Riverwatch Deli & Grill.  Come by and enjoy a nice meal, sitting out side eating on the river! Hickory Burger: 1/2 lb Angus Beef 100% USDA Ground Sirloin grilled over an open flame. Served with lettuce, tomato and onion on a soft Kaiser roll.  Grilled Chicken Filet Sandwich served with lettuce, tomato and onion. Gourmet sub sandwiches (Absolutely the best quality deli meats available) and lots more! Riverwatch Deli and Grill site.

The Veranda Restaurant. The Veranda Restaurant exemplifies the southern traditions of service, presentation and fine dining fare. The Veranda Restaurant features local favorites and chef designed entrees served either indoors or on the veranda overlooking the beautiful scenery of Lake Lure. Local favorites like rainbow trout, along with fresh seafood and steaks, are sure to please any palate. Join us for our exceptional lunch buffet Tuesdays through Fridays from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Dinner is served Tuesday through Saturday from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. The Inn is also famous for its lavish Sunday brunch, served every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 pm. The Veranda Restaurant site. 

The Moose and Goose Lounge. The Moose and Goose Lounge is open Tuesday through Saturday from 4:00 until 11:00 p.m. Along with a full selection of spirits and liqueurs, we offer a nice selection of domestic and imported beer and wine. The Moose and Goose Lounge is a great place to gather with family and friends. The Moose and Goose Lounge is filled with local interest art and photographs and is a cozy and comfortable place for spending time with friends (and also catch a glimpse of the activity in the lobby!). Located at the Lake Lure inn & Spa. The Moose and Goose Lounge site. 

 

Old Cider Mill & Applesolutely Gift Shop. Here at the Old Cider Mill and Gift shop you will find an assortment of some finest homemade country Jams, Jellies, Relishes, Honeys and Syrups, all brought to you from the local kitchens in the area.  We also have some of the most UNIQUE, FUN gift items ever created by local residents and area crafters!!  We pride ourselves in trying to maintain the "made in America" theme and it shows in our "Applesoultely Gift Shop".  The gift shop is attached to our working Cider Mill which is an attraction within itself.  Here you can learn how we press apples to produce the finest, fresh pressed apple cider in the area.  Old Cider Mill and Applesolutely Gift Shop site. 

Housekey-pers. Let us keep vigil on your most precious possession - your home. When away on business, short vacations, or your seasonal migration elsewhere, we hope to fulfill the needs of your home. You can feel relaxed and secure till you return. Fully insured and bonded personnel. Servicing Lake Lure and the surrounding areas of North Carolina. Available 24/7. Keeping a watchful eye on your property at affordable rates. Special requests accepted (water plants, feed pets, etc.). House cleaning services also available at competitive rates - the personal touch!!! Housekey-pers site. 

Hickory Furniture Mart. With more than 100 outlets, stores and galleries, more than 1,000 lines and a strong reputation for quality and service - there's no better place to find furniture. 2220 Highway 70 SE (from I-40, exit 126) Hickory, NC 1-800-462-MART. Hickory Furniture Mart site.

Lake Lure 3-D Home Designs. I design homes using Chief Architect Software, the best on the market for residential and commercial building applications. My long time experience in industrial project engineering is very helpful in understanding challenges which the construction business faces today. A number of homes I designed in the past have been built by reputable builders in western North Carolina and surrounding areas. Working for individual owners or builders gives me a variety of opportunities to come up with practical, functional and economical solutions that will best fulfill the client’s requirements. Lake Lure 3-D Home Designs site.

Chimney Rock Gem Mine. Nestled deep in the Hickory Nut Gorge, on the banks of the Rocky Broad River in historic Chimney Rock Village, there is a gemstone mine of great opportunity to prospect for your own gems. Your are invited to a riverside setting unparallel by any other mine in the area. Come experience the wonder and excitement of prospecting for gemstones in a pleasant and comfortable atmosphere. The friendly staff will happily assist you in any way possible, from discovery to cutting your gemstone. Chimney Rock Gem Mines site. 

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Back Door Restaurant & Lounge
143 Whitney Blvd.
Lake Lure, NC  828-625-2007

The Lodge on Lake Lure
Serving dinner by reservation only 
Thurs-Sat, 6PM to 8:15 PM
361 Charlotte Drive
Lake Lure, NC  (828) 625-2789
 
 

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