Inside Moore Mountain Inn: A Lake Glenville Cabin With 500 Feet of Private Shoreline

There's a particular kind of rare in real estate — and in travel. The kind where you pull up a winding, two-mile dirt road through a forest, arrive at the edge of a peninsula jutting into a mountain lake, and immediately understand that you've found something most people will never experience.

That's Moore Mountain Inn: Sitting on five completely secluded private acres on the shores of Lake Glenville — the highest-elevation lake east of the Mississippi River — Moore Mountain Inn isn't just a vacation rental. It's a living piece of history, a labor of love, and one of the most genuinely unique lakefront retreats available anywhere in Western North Carolina.

This is a property tour, a guest guide, and an honest look at everything that makes this cabin unlike anything else near Cashiers, NC.

The Story Behind the Property — Why It Matters

Understanding Moore Mountain Inn starts with understanding the woman behind it.

Lisa Moore Mays has been coming to this house every single summer since she was five years old. In 1965, her parents had essentially their pick of every available property on Lake Glenville — and they chose this one. A peninsula position. Five private acres. Five hundred feet of uninterrupted shoreline. Panoramic big-water views in every direction.

For over fifty years, this was the Moore family's summer compound. Lisa grew up swimming off the dock, roasting marshmallows at the firepit, and building a lifetime of memories on this exact patch of lakeshore.

When the property eventually came to Lisa, she spent three years restoring and updating it — not as a real estate investment, but as a tribute to her parents and the summers that shaped her. Her father's antique tool collection still hangs on the walls. Her mother's furniture and glassware still fills the rooms. The bones of the original home are preserved alongside thoughtful modern updates that make it genuinely comfortable for today's guests.

This is the EEAT foundation that makes Moore Mountain Inn stand apart from every generic vacation rental in the area: it's not a property managed by a distant company. It's a family home, opened to guests by the person who grew up there, who knows every corner of it, and who answers her own phone when you call.

The Location — A Peninsula Position No Money Can Replicate

Moore Mountain Inn sits on a peninsula jutting out into Lake Glenville, on five totally secluded private acres, with long-range panoramic lake views and 500 feet of pristine shoreline — a scale that is essentially unheard of in today's Lake Glenville property landscape. Lakeglenvillevacay

To put that in perspective: most lakefront properties on Lake Glenville offer 50 to 100 feet of shoreline. Some premium properties reach 150 to 200 feet. Moore Mountain Inn has 500 feet — meaning guests have an entire private beach, cove, and dock area that feels like a personal lake compound rather than a rented cabin.

The peninsula position also means lake views on three sides. Sunrise over the mountain ridgeline. Sunset across the open water. And at night, total darkness — no light pollution, no neighboring noise, just the sound of the water and the mountains.

The property sits at the end of a two-mile private dirt road, which ensures the kind of seclusion that truly disconnects you from the world. You won't hear cars. You won't see neighbors. You will, however, see white squirrels — a unique local wildlife feature of the Cashiers area that guests consistently mention with delight.

Inside the Cabin — Space, Comfort & Mountain Character

Moore Mountain Inn offers 2,500 square feet of beautifully appointed living space across three stories, featuring three cozy bedrooms, two and a half baths, and expansive lake views from every room. Soaring wood-beamed ceilings, warm hardwood floors, and designer rustic finishes create a cozy, elevated atmosphere. Lake Glenville Vacay

The main floor carries a distinctly rustic mountain character — wood paneling, original décor, family pieces that give the home genuine personality rather than the curated-but-soulless feeling of many modern vacation rentals. The kitchen is compact but fully stocked with everything you could possibly need — dishes, glasses, silverware, pots, pans, cooking utensils, a coffee maker, towels, linens, and the most comfortable beds with fluffy pillows, quality sheets, and down comforters. The philosophy is simple: bring your food, your clothes, and your toiletries. Everything else is already there. Lakeglenvillevacay

Off the main floor and down the deck stairs sits the master suite — a more modern space with its own private deck and direct lake views. Both decks are generous enough for morning coffee with the mountains, evening wine at sunset, or simply sitting in silence with the water below you.

The property sleeps six comfortably across three bedrooms, with the option to accommodate a few additional guests in private sitting areas — making it ideal for families, small groups, or multi-generational trips.

One important note for larger groups: Lisa also owns Mom's Place, a three-bedroom, 1.5-bath cabin located directly above Moore Mountain Inn, within a stone's throw of the property. The two homes can be booked together for larger family vacations, group gatherings, or overflow for weddings. Lakeglenvillevacay

The Waterfront — Where Moore Mountain Inn Truly Shines

If the cabin interior is the warm heart of Moore Mountain Inn, the waterfront is its soul.

The waterfront features an oversized dock ready for any watercraft, a brand new seawall with a boulder path down to the beach, and a beachfront landing — all perfect for enjoying spectacular summer sunsets, watching kids swim, floating on a raft, waterskiing, tubing, or simply relaxing with a glass of wine at the water's edge. Lakeglenvillevacay

The property comes with two kayaks and a canoe — meaning guests can be on the water within minutes of arrival with no rental fees, no logistics, and no waiting. Lake Glenville's 26 miles of shoreline become yours to explore at your own pace, including the ability to kayak directly to High Falls, one of three distinct waterfalls accessible from the lake itself.

There's also a brand new stone firepit positioned directly beside the cabin overlooking the water — purpose-built for evening sing-alongs, s'more roasting, and the kind of lakeside conversations that happen when screens go dark and everyone just sits with the view.

And yes — dogs are not just allowed, they're enthusiastically welcomed. The private acreage, the beach, and the open water make this one of the best pet-friendly lakefront rentals in all of Western NC.

What Guests Are Actually Saying

Real guest experience is the ultimate trust signal — and Moore Mountain Inn consistently earns it.

Guests describe it as: "Excellent location, nice house, very responsive and kind host — we'd go back in a heartbeat." Others call it "an amazing view of Lake Glenville" and "rustic mountain lakefront at its best." What appears across every review is the same combination: the setting exceeds expectations, the host (Lisa) is immediately responsive and deeply knowledgeable, and the experience feels personal rather than transactional.

That guest experience doesn't happen by accident. It happens because the person managing this property grew up here, knows every trail, restaurant, and waterfall within 30 miles, and genuinely wants your stay to be as meaningful as her own childhood summers on this lake.

Book Direct & Save

One of the most practical reasons to book Moore Mountain Inn directly through Lake Glenville Vacay rather than through Airbnb or VRBO is simple: you save hundreds of dollars in third-party service fees and receive the best available rate, guaranteed. You also get direct access to Lisa — a local expert who can customize your itinerary, answer questions about the lake, and ensure your stay goes exactly as planned.

For everything else near the property — from hiking trails and waterfalls to outdoor recreation on the lake — explore the full Lake Glenville Vacation Rentals page at Lake Glenville Vacay for a complete picture of what the area offers and how each property fits your trip.

Lake Glenville Vacay — Moore Mountain Inn

Address: Lake Glenville, Cashiers, NC 28736
Call or text: (305) 720-5005
Email: lakeglenvillevacay@gmail.com
Website: lakeglenvillevacay.com

Frequently Asked Questions

How many guests does Moore Mountain Inn sleep?
Moore Mountain Inn sleeps six guests comfortably across three bedrooms. The property also has two private sitting areas that can accommodate additional guests — ideally children or one adult each. For larger groups or family gatherings, Mom's Place (located directly above Moore Mountain Inn) can be booked simultaneously to sleep additional guests just steps away.

Is Moore Mountain Inn pet-friendly?
Absolutely. Lisa warmly welcomes well-behaved dogs at Moore Mountain Inn. The five secluded private acres, private beach, and open lakefront make it one of the most genuinely dog-friendly vacation rentals near Cashiers NC — plenty of space to run, swim, and explore without restrictions.

What watercraft and lake equipment is included?
Moore Mountain Inn comes with two kayaks and a canoe available for guest use at no additional charge. The property also features an oversized private dock suitable for any watercraft, and the lake itself offers access to boating, waterskiing, tubing, wakeboarding, paddleboarding, and fishing.

What is the minimum stay at Moore Mountain Inn?
During peak months, Lisa reserves the right to prioritize weekly (7-night) bookings. Shorter stays of three nights or more may be accepted as fill-in bookings between longer reservations. Contact Lisa directly at (305) 720-5005 to discuss availability for your specific dates.

How far is Moore Mountain Inn from downtown Cashiers NC?
Lake Glenville sits approximately eight miles from downtown Cashiers — roughly a 15-minute drive. From the cabin, guests have quick access to Cashiers and Highlands for dining, boutique shopping, cultural events, and trailheads. The property feels completely remote while keeping everything you need within easy reach.

Why should I book direct instead of through Airbnb or VRBO?
Booking directly through lakeglenvillevacay.com saves you hundreds of dollars in third-party platform service fees and guarantees the best available rate. You'll also get direct access to Lisa — the owner and property manager who has lived this area for decades and can provide insider local guidance no algorithm can replicate.

What makes Moore Mountain Inn different from other Lake Glenville rentals?
The scale and position of the property is genuinely rare — 500 feet of private shoreline and a peninsula location on five secluded acres simply doesn't exist elsewhere on the lake at this price point. Combined with the personal ownership story, the authentic mountain character of the home, and Lisa's hands-on hospitality, it delivers an experience that no cookie-cutter rental property can match.

Conclusion

Moore Mountain Inn is not a rental that was assembled to perform on a listing platform. It is a genuine family compound — one chosen in 1965 for having the single best position on the entire lake — lovingly restored, personally managed, and opened to guests by the woman who has loved this place her entire life.

The 500 feet of private shoreline. The five secluded acres on a peninsula. The oversized dock, the kayaks, the stone firepit, the wood-beamed ceilings, the antique tools on the walls. The sunsets. The silence. The white squirrels.

There is nothing else quite like it near Cashiers, NC. And once you've stayed here, you'll understand immediately why guests come back year after year.