Escape to Emerald Lake: Your Private Mountain Getaway

A 6-acre private lake for paddleboarding, canoeing, fishing, or just floating your worries away

Tucked away in the heart of Cedar Mountain — just 0.8 miles from the Fawn Lake access point at DuPont State Forest — Emerald Lake might just be one of the best-kept secrets in Western North Carolina. Whether you’re planning a big family reunion, a dreamy mountain wedding, or a peaceful corporate retreat, this 41.6-acre private property offers space to spread out, reconnect, and soak up the magic of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

We’re talking private lakefront, exclusive trails, and a whole lot of mountain charm.

Emerald Lake in Cedar Mountain, NC

The Private Lakefront Getaway You’ve Never Heard Of—Until Now

Here’s what makes Emerald Lake so special:

• A 6-acre private lake for paddleboarding, canoeing, fishing, or just floating your worries away

• A stocked trout pond for those peaceful early mornings

• Multiple indoor and outdoor spaces to accommodate large groups — perfect for multi-family vacations or team getaways

• Private hiking trails, fire pits, and those quiet, misty mornings that only the mountains can deliver

• Just minutes from some of the most scenic waterfalls and trails in DuPont

You’ll have the place to yourself — no shared spaces, no neighbors, just your group and the beauty of nature. If you’ve been craving a setting where everyone can unplug, gather around the fire, and make real memories together, this is your sign.

I’ve seen a lot of retreats in my time running Discover Asheville — but this one? It’s one of those places that stays with you.

Visit them online at: www.EmeraldLake.com or on Instagram at @emeraldlakenc