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Welcome to A Little Bit O' Heaven!

Escape to this mountain haven for endless adventure by day and cozy relaxation by night – all just steps from waterfalls.

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 12344 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Gym

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Welcome to A Little Bit O' Heaven!

This is a 3-year-old custom-built home, beautifully furnished and created for your family's memories. It is located in Catatoga Club, a private gated community in Lake Toxaway, North Carolina.


This home sits on Lake Catatoga with canoes, paddleboards, a dock, fishing, swimming, and hiking trails all available, along with numerous waterfalls within steps from our back porch. While fishing is prohibited in the creeks, it is welcomed in the lake behind our home. We do have a few poles but you might want to bring your own as they get damaged regularly.

You will also have access to the Catatoga swim and tennis facilities, and hot tub during the summer months. For those seeking a peaceful and scenic relaxing mountain retreat, you will find plenty to savor in this breathtaking community.

After a full day outdoors, you can come back for some ping pong, shuffleboard, Cornhole, or simply relax on your outdoor swing bed. For the evening, prepare dinner in our world-class kitchen or kick back and watch the game on one of the 70-inch smart TVs with Sonos surround sound. With only a 20-minute drive to Cashiers or Brevard and less than an hour to Highlands/Asheville, you will never run out of options for great hiking, biking, fishing, food, drink, and shopping!

-4 King size bedrooms with private bathrooms
-Bunk bedroom with double mattresses and a small trundle underneath. Daybed on the back porch can even sleep 2 more if needed. We also have an air mattress available upon request.
-High-speed internet
-Private paved driveway with parking for multiple cars
-Chef's kitchen is fully stocked with all the kitchenware you could need
-Dining room table to seat 8 plus an island countertop that seats an additional 8
-Brand new propane grill looking over the lake
-Washer and dryer

-2 big screen, smart TV rooms with access to Netflix and YouTube TV
-Sonos throughout both levels of the home

Property manager

Rick and Martha Franks

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Shared/communal pool
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • On the waterfront
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Bicycle on site
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3700 sq ft (344 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: $100 per pet

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We love children. Bring them all!

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Secluded Mountain Retreat
Brand New Secluded Mountain Retreat Lake Toxaway
Brand New Secluded Mountain Retreat Private vacation home

About the neighborhood

Map
Lake Toxaway, NC

What's nearby

  • Gorges State Park - 8 min walk
  • Lake Toxaway - 4 min drive
  • Whisper Lake - 13 min drive
  • Lake Jocassee - 46 min drive
  • Table Rock State Park - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Forks Of The River - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Pizza - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Osteria Del Monte - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Country Skillet - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Villa Amato - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to A Little Bit O' Heaven! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Welcome to A Little Bit O' Heaven!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to A Little Bit O' Heaven!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to A Little Bit O' Heaven! located?

This family-friendly Lake Toxaway vacation home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Gorges State Park. Lake Toxaway is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) away.

Welcome to A Little Bit O' Heaven! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation home for a big family
We had the incredible opportunity of staying in Rick and Martha’s beautiful home over Thanksgiving. They went out of their way to make sure we knew everything about their home and the area before we arrived. In addition to being excellent communicators they made us feel like their home was our very own for the week - they thought of everything before our arrival! This home is completely stocked!! The bedding/linens are beautiful and everything was easy to use (TVs, fireplace, games, golf cart etc). The home is very clean and new! They had smores for us and spacious rooms for families! The property is beautiful with the lake and hikes to waterfalls super close by. We have been coming to a Toxaway for 40 years and have rented various homes, but Little Bit of Heaven was the very best! We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda Nicholson C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family birthday
Our family loved our stay. The home was well appointed in every way. Kitchen was great for preparing large meals, the decor was upscale and lovely and the setting, so peaceful. We loved having private walks to the falls on the property. Owners were wonderful to deal with.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Home
This home is located in a beautiful spot half way between Highlands and Brevard. As in all mountain locations, it takes time to get from one place to another, so expect that when you head to that area! The home was exactly as promised and great for a family who likes the outdoors. The Hosts were incredibly attentive and easy to work with throughout the booking process. You will definitely get what is promised!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Home in Lake Toxaway area
The home is beautiful and well equipped. The location is south of Brevard, so a little far if you plan to spend much time in Ashville. The hot tub did not work and club house was not open. We would have loved a hot tub. The pool was pretty and in good shape, but extremely cold, which I didn’t expect. I didn’t realize that this area of SC is almost a rain forest. They can’t technically call it that, but you should be aware that there is rain quite often.. The Franks are extremely easy to work with and worked through any difficulties we might have had. We took full advantage of seeing the water falls and hiking. The location beautiful scenery.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay in Beautiful Home
We had the most glorious stay. If I could give 100 stars, I would. This house is perfect in every way - Location, floor plan, flow, furnishings. You can feel it was built with love. My favorite spot was the swing on the bottom porch. It is a magical home and any future inhabitants are lucky. Don’t hesitate to book your stay at this house- you will love it and leave with many wonderful memories.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Little Bit of Heaven. The home was well stocked and nicely decorated with comfortable amenities for our group of 7 adults and 1 small child. We had a wonderful time hiking to the two waterfalls that can be accessed from the property. We also enjoyed using the paddle boards and kayaks at the community dock next door. We took advantage of some of the owner’s restaurant recommendations and we were also very comfortable cooking in the lovely kitchen which had everything we needed. Wonderful stay and the owners were easy to communicate with.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bess L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
We loved our time at Rick and Martha’s beautiful home - the setting was lovely (gorgeous views) and the property was in a great location with a few easy hikes available right from the property itself. They had everything we could have needed in the kitchen and the bedrooms for our group of 11 adults and kids very well. The house itself is beautiful and very well done. We hope to visit again! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay!
We had an outstanding Thanksgiving holiday at Lake Toxaway. The house is exactly as described -- comfortable beds, high-end finishes, and a fully stocked kitchen. Trails around the property are easy to find/follow for novice hikers. The house is also quite accessible for *most* wheelchair users (one bedroom on main/upper level, all others require stairs) as long as they can cross one small step to get in the house and one step to get into the shower on the main level. We built a little ramp out of firewood, which wasn't ideal but worked well enough. I offer this in case other folks have accessibility needs. Thanks so much to our terrific hosts - we loved staying in your beautiful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B., Brentwood, TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Our favorite place.
Our family of five has stayed in many vacation rental properties over the years in multiple locations throughout the South East, US. This was hands down the family favorite. The property was beautiful. It was clean and laid out so well. The surroundings were breath taking. It says a lot when adults, a teenager, an older child, and a kindergartener all leave a vacation saying the had the best time. We enjoyed hiking and adventuring around the neighborhood trails the most. We also loved coming back to a cozy environment with a peaceful view to watch movies at night. So perfect. We would love to visit this home again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
We are seven lifelong friends who travel together every year. We had a fabulous time--coffee on the porch in the morning, cocktails in the evening. Lots of outdoor activities in between. The house is beautiful! Comfy beds, well stocked kitchen and bathrooms. EASY check in and communication with host. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura T., Charleston, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
August 2023 Family Vacation
We had a wonderful stay at Little Bit O Heaven! We had 2 families of 4 and more then enough room. Loved the location at Catatoga Club - amenities were great and lots to do at the home which was a big plus. First 2 days we barley left the house! Fishing, kayaking, paddle boarding, hiking all out the back door. Also very accessible to Cashiers, Brevard, Sapphire, etc. Home is extremely well appointed, beautifully furnished and maintained. We are grateful the Franks shared this gem with us, we would love to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Relaxing
Beautiful scenery, quiet and very well appointed. Perfect for a family vacation! Hikes and water activities on the lake so much fun!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Traci G.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing property - we will return!!
We selected this property for a family reunion with my husband’s siblings and our children/grandchildren. It was perfect! We never had to leave - there was so much to do for family of all ages. From kayaking, fishing, hiking, waterfalls, swimming at the pool, fire pit, corn hole - honestly too much to list - there was something for everyone! We will return to this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Mountain hideaway to recharge
We had a wonderful experience staying in the Mountains at this very comfortable and serene home. The hosts provided a great experience and I would certainly stay again and recommend to anyone who needs to getaway with family or friends to catch up.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic family vacation
This house is magnificent! Seriously jaw-dropping! Beautifully decorated, well manicured, has everything you need. The views are beautiful and the hiking -right off the back porch- is amazing! Lots of great hiking trails in the area as well as cute eating places. Spent lots of time in the kitchen and den area cooking, eating and playing games. Loved the corn hole and shuffleboard table. Family vacation with our adult kids and everyone had their own rooms and bathrooms! Great time! Want to come back in warmer weather!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

leigh a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Property!
The perfect family retreat. From the beautiful lakefront views standing on the expansive balcony to the beautiful decor and amenities, this lakefront home is spectacular. Not to mention its just steps away from hiking trails and waterfalls. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clifton G., Sumter, SC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
5 STARS
My family just returned from a wonderful weekend at this awesome house. Our hosts (Frank and Martha) were simply the best. The house is located on a lovely mountain lake, and is immaculately maintained. They provide every amenity possible, and have anticipated even the most detailed needs (such as marshmallows for roasting). The kitchen is fully furnished with every cooking applicance imaginable. Outside is a special firepit (smoke is directed upward and away from people), and is complete with all the wood needed for memorable family evenings. The community center has a hot tub, sauna, and steamroom. I believe it also has a swimming pool, but the weather was a bit cool for swimming, so it was covered. The living area is huge, and is complete with a big screen TV and Sonos sound system. It just doesn't get any better than this!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

Hendrick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
September 2022
PRO's: - House is lovely and comfortable, as described by previous reviewers - The grounds/property are also beautiful, with easily accessible trails and waterfalls. - Access to Gorges State Park and other fun areas nearby. CON's (Including communications with the host): - Three weeks before our trip, the Host, contacted us to advise that the pond in front of the home had been drained, so would not be usable for swimming, paddleboarding, or kayaking. Confirmed with Host that the pool would still be available. A week before our arrival Host said the pond was filling, but he was not sure what stage it would be at when we arrived, again we asked about the pool and were assured it would be available. When we arrived, pond was only a third full and the use of paddle boards and kayaks from the launch was not possible. Water views from the house were: drained pond with barren muddy areas where the water had receded. - When we arrived, we learned that the pool and clubhouse facilities were closed for the season. We contacted Rick who stated that he was "shocked" by facilities being closed. Facilities are only open during the prime summer months and close for the winter season, this was not disclosed. He offered to pay for swimming/racquet facilities in Brevard, a 25 min drive from the home. While we appreciated the offer, this was too far to take advantage of and enjoy regularly during our trip, so we would have to do without. -Since we would not have access to the pond or clubhouse/pool facilities as advertised, which was one of the primary reasons that we chose this rental, he offered to either refund our present stay or provide a free week's stay next summer. We felt this was a fair offer for the rental not having the advertised amenities available during our stay. We would not have to locate another rental through VRBO to continue our weeks' vacation. - We wrote a nice review of the place in the guest book for future guests, believing the refund offer stood. After arriving home, we contacted Rick to discuss the details of obtaining our promised refund. At this time, Rick advised that he would no longer be issuing a refund as promised at the start of our stay. He stated that because we had great weather and had written in the home's guest book that we had a nice time during our trip, he decided that a refund was no longer warranted. We tried hard to work with Rick to make the most of the situation, are disappointed by his response.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely family home
Property is beautiful. Rick was a great host.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was Wonderful
What a wonderful two weeks in the mountains. We were a group of family and friends, ages 3 to 75, looking to beat the Savannah summer heat. Little Bit ‘O Heaven was just perfect. Big, spacious and well appointed we had everything we needed and more. Don’t hesitate to rent this house. Special thanks to Rick and Martha for all your help. You have built a wonderful home for your lovely family, and I am sure you all will enjoy it for many years to come. Cheers, Stuart & Daryn
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

cindy w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house and Beautiful setting.
This beautiful and spacious home ticked ALL the boxes. Tastefully and well appointed home in a quiet and gorgeous setting; this home can’t be beat. Each room is unique and interesting. We love to cook and were pleasantly surprised to find every thing we needed and more- even spices and an air fryer! We found the area peaceful and utilized the kayaks and canoes almost daily. The table shuffleboard was a huge family hit. Young and old(er) can enjoy this together. Also, enjoyed all the trails found in this incredible community. We discovered the waterfalls both close and further away (look for the gazebo) which was illusive. Did some fishing - caught many fish.. Loads to do and see in the neighboring towns. Caught the July 4th show in Cashiers - all the locals came out. Ate at the Grand Olde Station on Lake Toxaway- it was magical and is a must. Surprised by the violinist and guitarist duet- our family loved this restaurant. Communication was excellent with the owner. I can’t say enough - BOOK IT.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation Getaway
Had a great time. House was isolated and beautiful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie W., Durham, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cabin for family fun!
The 5 beds were all comfy and it worked out so nice to have bathrooms attached to all the bedrooms. The cabin layout can't be beat for multiple families. We had the pond out back to ourselves most of the time for SUP and kayak/canoe time. It was perfect for the young children who are still building their adventure skills as it is calm and quiet there. There are two waterfalls on the property and the pool is beautiful. We hiked a lot in Gorges, learned to fly fish, and enjoyed cooking in the well equipped kitchen. Great family get away!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linell L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lakeside oasis
Beautiful home in a beautiful place! Loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sasha H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing peaceful top notch
We had An amazing time! The house is top notch with everything you could need. We had two families with 5 kids and everyone had a fun time. The property is very close to multiple hikes, fishing on the lake on property, gorgeous scenery. It was amazing and we hope to be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022