Welcome to Black Bear Lodge at beautiful Lake Jocassee!
4.3
Excellent(24 Reviews)House in Lake Jocassee, SC
9 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
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Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Parking and more
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About this house rental
This charming 4 bedroom home with amazing views of the lake has plenty of space for your group to spread out, this home is the perfect place to relax and unplug! Lake Jocassee in the upcountry of South Carolina is known for its undeveloped shoreline and clean water. The lake is bordered by glorious green forests and offers refreshing outdoor pursuits that you can enjoy all summer long. No matter how hot it gets, you can beat the heat in the clear, cool lake.Sitting high in the trees, Black Bear Lodge has an incredible views of the lake. The walk down the stairs to the lake is a hike but is more than worth it. Along the way there are is a bench, a hammock and places to rest and enjoy the natural surroundings. The home boasts a private dock with multiple areas to relax on the water. The large kitchen has lots of workspace for cooking a meal for your friends and family. The large dining area and living room create an open space for everyone to be together, eat meals, relax and take in the view together.PLEASE NOTE: There is NO Wifi available at this home.
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MUST BE 25 TO RENT
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MUST BE 25 TO RENT
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Map of Lake Jocassee, SC
Reviews
4.3
Excellent(24 Reviews)4.3
I wanted to write a review and say that This lake is one of the best in the United States. The waterfalls, jumping rocks, islands
and cove beaches are hard to beat. And Jocassee only has 60 homes on it, most of which aren’t rentals. The rest of it is state parks. So you have to go into your stay at this lodge understanding that the HIKE to the bottom is tough for someone older (possibly impossible) or not in shape/disabled. I would NOT recommend this with small kids- I would have cried if I had kids I had to carry. And there’s no way to get down to the lake any other way. We rented a boat for 4 days and the dock is minimal, VERY old but gets the job done (we prayed the post didn’t snap and our boat float off). I feel like the property advertises what it is well and that is all you can ask for. And the communication with the property manager was wonderful. If you go into this wanting a wiFi free week, no restaurants or groceries nearby, and are ok with a hike (that has motivational signs-which we loved) then you’ll love it. But this is rustic, very very rustic. Also the lake views are minimal behind trees. None of which is anything more than just the way that Jocassee is. The house itself is a cabin/lodge, which is how it’s advertised. So no complaints there from us.
4.3
Lake Jocassee is incredible. The linens and towels were clean and new.
Access to the dock was treacherous. The number of stairs is not the problem. The stairs are breaking down with multiple sites of yellow jacket nests. Needs regular pest control. 3 of our guests separate times got stung when using the stairs. The dock boards are rotting with holes, needs complete demo. There are no cleats to secure your boat. Serious liability with stair and dock rot.
This property is a diamond in the rough but needs attention and investment.
The property management team were timely in response and kind. They remedied running water issues quickly even with remote location.
The neighbor to this property, the HOA president. helped us out with trailer issues and is a class act.
4.3
We enjoyed the beautiful fall get away. We enjoyed hiking, boating, and relaxing in the comfortable setting.
4.3
Place was perfect for a girls trip. Property manager was wonderful and very quick to respond to our questions. Thank you for a great trip!
4.3
Peaceful getaway
4.3
This property is not as advertised - the back porch has a number of extremely loose boards - not safe or up to code. Property owner was made aware and states that the property boards are checked with each visit yet the boards were in terrible shape upon our arrival. The power went out in the kitchen / eating area that included the inability to use the washing machine, dishwasher, etc. This power outage lasted 1-day of our stay yet the property owner offered no concession for this. The amount we paid to stay does not match what the property offers.
4.3
Beautiful and quiet
Definitely rent a boat to keep at dock but was an amazing week of fun thrilled adventures. House was great, beds were fabulous and we stayed cool. No complaints here. Must stay sometime
4.3
We WILL be coming back!
As you know looking for a house on lake Jocassee the rentals are limited. We chose this house and I’m so happy we did. If you can get over the amount of steps there are getting down to the dock nothing else about this place will disappoint you. We knew coming here we were not going to be leaving the property besides getting on our boat and going on the lake. The house was SUPER clean and comfortable. The house is dated, but it’s a cabin the mountains and it gives you that true mountain cabin feel.
If you’re bringing a boat with you, go ahead and launch it at Devils Fork State Park before heading to the house and drop your trailer at the trailer parking spot they have available in the neighborhood, trying to get a trailer in the cabins driveway is difficult. If you’re bringing a boat, bring some gas cans with you, there is no where to fill up with gas on the lake.
We will be booking again for next summer.
Jill was very helpful and answered our questions quickly!
4.3
Rare find, actually having a private dock on Jocassee. There are a LOT of steps to it from the house but so nicely planned with landings to stop on. My husband had knee replacement 6 months ago and was fine.
Comfortable bedding and plenty of room for privacy for a family with all adults. But there would have been space for little ones if we’d had them.
I received quick responses to all questions to the owner. Definitely recommend this rental and owner
4.3
The cabin was 'as advertised'. However bring all your supplies, it is a trek to get anything you'll need.
4.3
Resting with adult children
Rare find, actually having a private dock on Jocassee. There are a LOT of steps to it from the house but so nicely planned with landings to stop on. My husband had knee replacement 6 months ago and was fine.
Comfortable bedding and plenty of room for privacy for a family with all adults. But there would have been space for little ones if we’d had them.
I received quick responses to all questions to the owner. Definitely recommend this rental and owner
4.3
The cabin was 'as advertised'. However...
The cabin was 'as advertised'. However bring all your supplies, it is a trek to get anything you'll need.
4.3
We booked the property for an early spring vacation and our annual trip to the Clemson spring game. The home had everything we needed and the layout really complemented our family. The host provided thorough details and directions from check in to departure making the stay simple and relaxing. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this property for a lake/mountain trip.
4.3
Spring break getaway
We booked the property for an early spring vacation and our annual trip to the Clemson spring game. The home had everything we needed and the layout really complemented our family. The host provided thorough details and directions from check in to departure making the stay simple and relaxing. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this property for a lake/mountain trip.
4.3
I use Vrbo about twice a year. Used it last month in Pigeon Forge TN. I have never given a bad review but this Property and listing needs to be evaluated. One it is miss leading by pics it looks like the house is actually on the water. It has 169 steps to even getting to the water. By listing it looks like dock is there and boat ramp near by. It’s actually close to and hour away. I booked weekend for my son 24 and daughter 12 for a birthday weekend because both love to fish and it was on water. We pulled a boat almost 4 hours to no boat ramp. There’s no yard for parking and I have never been to a Vrbo spot they had paint cans, ladders and just so unkept. The house is so dimly lite and several of the of the fixtures didn’t even have light bulbs in them. This is probably one of the most expensive nights per stay I have spent to be the most disappointing. Trash cans under the porch and contruction looked to be going on. And there’s a really creepy in safe play ground on the site. I usually never give a bad review but I certainly hope no other family goes to stay here expecting it to look anything like the description or pictures. I took photos of everything mention and would be happy to forward them to you.
4.3
Not at all what was listed
I use Vrbo about twice a year. Used it last month in Pigeon Forge TN. I have never given a bad review but this Property and listing needs to be evaluated. One it is miss leading by pics it looks like the house is actually on the water. It has 169 steps to even getting to the water. By listing it looks like dock is there and boat ramp near by. It’s actually close to and hour away. I booked weekend for my son 24 and daughter 12 for a birthday weekend because both love to fish and it was on water. We pulled a boat almost 4 hours to no boat ramp. There’s no yard for parking and I have never been to a Vrbo spot they had paint cans, ladders and just so unkept. The house is so dimly lite and several of the of the fixtures didn’t even have light bulbs in them. This is probably one of the most expensive nights per stay I have spent to be the most disappointing. Trash cans under the porch and contruction looked to be going on. And there’s a really creepy in safe play ground on the site. I usually never give a bad review but I certainly hope no other family goes to stay here expecting it to look anything like the description or pictures. I took photos of everything mention and would be happy to forward them to you.
4.3
It's in a great location for a lake vacation, but the house and property are in need of maintenance. We had to spend 2 days troubleshooting why the heat did not work. The host said that they could not send someone to look at it until after our stay was over, and she stopped responding to our concerns. Agree with other reviews about the significant amount of wood rot on the stairs leading down to the lake.
4.3
Great location, but...
It's in a great location for a lake vacation, but the house and property are in need of maintenance. We had to spend 2 days troubleshooting why the heat did not work. The host said that they could not send someone to look at it until after our stay was over, and she stopped responding to our concerns. Agree with other reviews about the significant amount of wood rot on the stairs leading down to the lake.
4.3
We had a nice time, the lake is beautiful and very clean! The house is clean and confortable! I recommend this property for fit or in good shape! If you want to go swimming and do things at the lake ! Is a lot of steps to walk up , was not a problem for us but can be challenging for someone not use to walk!
We cooked at the house everyday, the charcoal grill work perfect!
4.3
Labor weekend away!
We had a nice time, the lake is beautiful and very clean! The house is clean and confortable! I recommend this property for fit or in good shape! If you want to go swimming and do things at the lake ! Is a lot of steps to walk up , was not a problem for us but can be challenging for someone not use to walk!
We cooked at the house everyday, the charcoal grill work perfect!
4.3
The best part of this rental is the property manager Jill. There were a few hiccups but Jill went above and beyond to make sure it was resolved and we could still enjoy our visit.
Our Pros and Cons:
Pro - Proximity to beautiful Lake Jocassee
Con - 176 steps from house to dock
Pro - Beautiful location
Con - Very remote, take everything you need, you’re not close to grocery stores, etc.
Pro- Plenty of room for big families. Our group had 6 adults and 3 children with room to spare.
Con - We were only there for the weekend. I wish we could’ve stayed longer!
Again, many thanks to Jill! She’s an awesome property manager.
4.3
The cabin was very nice. The property manager was very quick to respond to any needs we had.
4.3
Amazing Location
The best part of this rental is the property manager Jill. There were a few hiccups but Jill went above and beyond to make sure it was resolved and we could still enjoy our visit.
Our Pros and Cons:
Pro - Proximity to beautiful Lake Jocassee
Con - 176 steps from house to dock
Pro - Beautiful location
Con - Very remote, take everything you need, you’re not close to grocery stores, etc.
Pro- Plenty of room for big families. Our group had 6 adults and 3 children with room to spare.
Con - We were only there for the weekend. I wish we could’ve stayed longer!
Again, many thanks to Jill! She’s an awesome property manager.
4.3
Amazing weekend at Jocassee! Jill was incredible to book with and even better having the boat at the dock was incredible.
4.3
Great week at beautiful lake Jocassee
The cabin was very nice. The property manager was very quick to respond to any needs we had.
4.3
Great cabin, unbelievably beautiful lake, property manager was helpful; we would stay here again.
4.3
House is nicely located on the Lake.
Inside was fine..
Outside is where they need to put some attention. Rocking chairs are falling apart and the deck is nasty. Needs to be pressure washed badly. A lot of rotten wood.
Overall our family had a great time here and we got visited by bears !
4.3
Epic
Amazing weekend at Jocassee! Jill was incredible to book with and even better having the boat at the dock was incredible.
4.3
Great experience
Great cabin, unbelievably beautiful lake, property manager was helpful; we would stay here again.
4.3
Black Bear Lodge
House is nicely located on the Lake.
Inside was fine..
Outside is where they need to put some attention. Rocking chairs are falling apart and the deck is nasty. Needs to be pressure washed badly. A lot of rotten wood.
Overall our family had a great time here and we got visited by bears !
4.3
Fantastic trip with friends. Very clean, beautiful scenery and even had a bear encounter at the back door while eating dinner..... so cute!!
4.3
We had and amazing time at this beautiful lake and Jill was always ready to help us. The spot is perfect, close to everything, so many natural attractions. The only thing I will change is to update the kitchen cups, glasses and cutlery. There were missing pans too. But all the rest perfect and the water of the lake so clear!! We love it!
4.3
Great trip, awesome views and wildlife
Fantastic trip with friends. Very clean, beautiful scenery and even had a bear encounter at the back door while eating dinner..... so cute!!
4.3
Jill made the stay easy and the place was like a dream.Lake Jocassee is beautiful and this is the best place that I have stayed in for sure.Worth every penny!!!
4.3
Beautiful spot
We had and amazing time at this beautiful lake and Jill was always ready to help us. The spot is perfect, close to everything, so many natural attractions. The only thing I will change is to update the kitchen cups, glasses and cutlery. There were missing pans too. But all the rest perfect and the water of the lake so clear!! We love it!
4.3
Black Bear Lodge
Jill made the stay easy and the place was like a dream.Lake Jocassee is beautiful and this is the best place that I have stayed in for sure.Worth every penny!!!
4.3
Fairly remote place where you can enjoy great views of Lake Jocasse. Take your kayak with you and you can go directly to the waterfalls!
4.3
Great experience by the lake
Fairly remote place where you can enjoy great views of Lake Jocasse. Take your kayak with you and you can go directly to the waterfalls!
4.3
Excellent and responsive properly management communication and support. Jill was very nice, professional and helpful. Pretty wooded location. Perfect house for watching sunrise over the lake and taking a paddle to several beautiful waterfalls. The lake is very clear and we would have loved swimming except we went in December. We rented a pontoon boat and explored this VERY picturesque lake that way as well. This is one of the most beautiful lakes I have ever stayed on - almost no development on it for nearly all of it. Be aware that this house has over 170 steps down a fairly old and slightly irregular staircase to reach the lake and dock. If you are willing and fit, this won’t be a problem otherwise you may want to factor this in. We carried our kayaks down to the dock and also used the canoe provided and were fine. To get our kayaks back to our car at the end of our stay we opted to paddle a couple of miles to the Devil’s Fork boat ramp and load up there rather than carry them back up the stairs. The house was very clean and stocked with standard supplies. The beds are very good quality and comfortable. . No WiFi and only spotty sometimes 2 bars of cell reception so you can get texts, emails and calls but you won’t be doing much else online.
4.3
Lake cabin treehouse
Excellent and responsive properly management communication and support. Jill was very nice, professional and helpful.
Pretty wooded location. Perfect house for watching sunrise over the lake and taking a paddle to several beautiful waterfalls. The lake is very clear and we would have loved swimming except we went in December. We rented a pontoon boat and explored this VERY picturesque lake that way as well. This is one of the most beautiful lakes I have ever stayed on - almost no development on it for nearly all of it.
Be aware that this house has over 170 steps down a fairly old and slightly irregular staircase to reach the lake and dock. If you are willing and fit, this won’t be a problem otherwise you may want to factor this in. We carried our kayaks down to the dock and also used the canoe provided and were fine. To get our kayaks back to our car at the end of our stay we opted to paddle a couple of miles to the Devil’s Fork boat ramp and load up there rather than carry them back up the stairs.
The house was very clean and stocked with standard supplies. The beds are very good quality and comfortable. . No WiFi and only spotty sometimes 2 bars of cell reception so you can get texts, emails and calls but you won’t be doing much else online.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Lake Jocassee?
The average price for a rental in Lake Jocassee is $1,004 per night. This rental is $115 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Welcome to Black Bear Lodge at beautiful Lake Jocassee!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Welcome to Black Bear Lodge at beautiful Lake Jocassee! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Welcome to Black Bear Lodge at beautiful Lake Jocassee!?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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