For Sale $679,900
Welcome to a turnkey (fully furnished) mountain retreat vacation home with a proven track record — this beautifully renovated A-frame sits inside the gates of the Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure, backing directly to the 12th green of the Bald Mountain Golf Course with sweeping golf and mountain views. It has been meticulously maintained. Spanning three finished levels, the home offers 3 bedrooms plus a versatile extra room, and 3 full bathrooms. The main level features an open eat-in kitchen, a spacious living room anchored by a stone fireplace, and a comfortable primary bedroom as well as a second bedroom and full bath. Upstairs, a large loft-style extra room offers flexible space for extra sleeping, a media room, or a private retreat, overlooking the great room below. The finished basement level expands the living space further with a generous recreation room, a second stone fireplace, an additional bedroom, full bath, and utility room — ideal for game nights or overflow guests. Outside, enjoy a wrap-around deck and covered patio overlooking the golf course, a fire pit for evening gatherings, and parking for up to five vehicles. As a resident inside the Rumbling Bald gates, you'll have access to the community's indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub, and resort amenities, all just a short walk from Lake Lure's beach and minutes from Chimney Rock State Park. This property has operated as an established, highly successful vacation rental since 2020, holding a 10/10 exceptional guest rating across 164+ verified reviews — placing it in the top 1% of rentals of the area (per VRBO). Whether you're seeking a proven income-producing investment or your own private mountain escape, this home delivers both lifestyle and performance in one of Lake Lure's most sought-after gated communities. Call Listing Agent for VRBO Listing and availability. See 3 D Tour.
| List Price: | $679,900 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 1050 sqft |
| Parking: | Circular Driveway |
| MLS Number: | CAR4425558 |
| Subdivision: | Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure |
| Bathrooms: | 3 |
| Year Built: | 1974 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
| Elementary: | Lake Lure Classical Academy |
| Middle: | Lake Lure Classical Academy |
| High: | Lake Lure Classical Academy |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 09-19-2026 | Listed | $679,900 | $648 |
| 12-12-2025 | Listed | $274,900 | $262 |
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Lake Lure Classical Academy | 4 miles | KG-06 | 4 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 196 Fern Loop, Lake Lure NC | 0 mi | $679,900 | days | |
| 188 Fern Loop, Lake Lure NC | 0 mi | $865,000 | days | |
| 255 Gateway Drive, Lake Lure NC | 0.1 mi | $749,000 | days | |
| 176 Hemlock Lane, Lake Lure NC | 0.1 mi | $825,000 | days | |
| 121 Fern Loop, Lake Lure NC | 0.1 mi | $575,000 | days | |
| 141 Hemlock Lane, Lake Lure NC | 0.2 mi | $577,000 | days |
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| Down Payment Amount | $990,000 |
| Mortgage Amount | $3,960,000 |
| Monthly Payment (Principal & Interest Only) | $19,480 |
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| Total Monthly Payment | $20,941 |
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196 Fern Loop, Lake Lure NC is a 1050 ft2 on a 0.840 acres Appraisal lot. This is for $679,900. This has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and was built in 1974.
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