Incredible view, very clean and comfortable home, great spacious kitchen, boathouse to die for and the property manager was just top notched in communication and responsiveness. Highly recommend this property!

Great way to end 2021, with peace and quiet—serenity! Temp was 70 almost every day this last week of Dec. Every morning we chased the sunrise and in the evening found numerous places to take in the breathtaking sunsets. Boat deck was our favorite place to catch both the rise and set but the sunsets are visible from every inch of the home. The owners were so amazing and we are grateful they share their home. — The Teel Family

Everything about our stay was perfect. it exceeded my expectations from the moment we walked in! The views of the lake were so beautiful and nightly sunsets really put on a show. When we started cooking I was so impressed by how well equipped the kitchen was and plenty of space to hang out and cook. The host Jo was so so nice and accommodating. We will definitely be back to "Yes Dear"

You can’t find a better location on Lake Gaston! Very spacious and plenty of seating options! Beds were comfortable too! The boat dock was well appointed with water toys and seating options as well. The only reason I gave cleanliness 4 stars vs 5 is because the tops of the washer and dryer were dirty. The lint filter hadn’t been cleaned for several dryings from the looks of it. I mentioned it to the owner and I am sure this won’t be an issue for future rentals. Communication with her was very courteous, prompt and questions answered! She even kept us updated on a power outage due to a storm that moved through. Highly recommend for a low key lake vacation. Fishing right off the dock and nearby marina where you can rent watercraft.

We had such a great stay at this home. The location was really close to local stores and restaurants. The home itself is absolutely beautiful. It is so much more beautiful than the pictures show. The view of the lake from the main living area is magnificent. You can sit outside on the deck and sit in the rocking chairs and enjoy the view. The house was super clean, extremely well maintained and the kitchen was very well stocked. The dock was stocked with every float you could imagine as well as paddle boards, kayaks and fishing rods. Our kids had a blast Jo was so great to work with. She was always available to answer questions. I would highly recommend this property. We will definitely stay here again!

Amazing lake house, boat dock, and it was such a relaxing stay.

My family of five spent the week of July 4th at this treasure on the lake. The house was spaciously laid out with lots of comfortable seating in the living areas and dining area. I had absolutely everything I needed to prepare meals, and comfortably move around to cook. The porches wrapping around the house, also had lots of seating from wood rockers to cushioned outdoor furniture. I spent lots of time reading on the porch. There were plenty of games, movies, and books for entertainment too. We also were pleasantly surprised to find the beds super comfortable! A rare treat when renting a house for a week. The dock is amazing, it had every kind of float imaginable to play in the water. There is a ladder to climb out of the water as well as a step in the shallow end. My kids loved jumping from the second level into the deep water below! The dock had seating on each level. Shade umbrellas or covered, or lots of sunshine... something for everyone to enjoy. They even had some poles and nets for fishing. The neighbors were all very friendly, and helpful with the area. For example, they told us about the best place to take our little ones to water ski where the wake was minimal and quiet boat traffic. They also invited us to sit on their dock for fireworks, as they had better view on their side. Lake Gaston is a quiet area to begin with, so keep in mind that this will be about relaxing and enjoying the lake life... all that being said the house is located in the best possible location. It is very close to the grocery store, a restaurant or two, a few takeout locations, an Ace Hardware (all the fishing and boating stuff you could need) and marinas are all within a 10 minute drive or less. I will say preparing to bring what you need if you are particular on wine, beer or groceries is probably a good idea, the Food Lion is small and seems to have trouble keeping everything in stock, especially when the lake is busy. Check in and check out was very easy, and communication throughout the week was very timely and wonderfully helpful. I definitely felt our hostess Jo wanted us to be very at home, comfortable and enjoy our trip to the fullest! We can not wait to return some time in the future, we have already shared the house link with a few friends.

Cannot echo the other reviews any more strongly - this is a big little house that comfortably held our family of four, plus one teenage friend, and grandma at various points throughout the week. Great dock and second deck for jumping , lots of floaty stuff to chill in, solid deck chairs and loungers, and great view of the lake. Strong kitchen and bbq for cooking big meals, more games than you can play, and porch sitting for days. We will be back.

This lake house was better than advertised and very clean. Location was great, beautiful views, awesome dock, kayaks, fire pit, etc. Marina is right down the street so we rented a boat midweek and we were the only ones on the lake! I'm sure this changes in the summer, but we had a great time on our April family vacation. Owner was easy to communicate with and it shows that they take pride in their house. This was our first visit to Lake Gaston and we would definitely make the trip and stay there again sometime!!

We had an amazing week at this lovely lake house. The house itself was immaculately clean and spacious. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need. There are an abundance of boardgames and a couple of TVs with a large collection of DVDs. The view of the lake from the living room and master is beautiful. The outside is also amazing with a large raised deck that wraps around, a fire pit area on the lawn where we enjoyed S’mores, a hammock, and an awesome dock. We enjoyed taking the kayaks out on the lake. The owner was an absolute pleasure to work with; very communicative and responsive to any questions we had. This will be our go-to place when ever we want a get away to Lake Gaston.

A long weekend at the lake was just what this family of 5 needed! It was chilly weather, so we enjoyed the beautiful view while enjoying inside activities (the house is well equipped with games and puzzles). The location is conveniently close to a grocery store, and the kitchen had everything needed to cook most meals. The hosts are very responsive and helpful. We are hoping to come back at a warmer time to spend more time outside and on the lake!

Great experience. Gorgeous views and lovely property. Homeowner was very communicative. Very clean, very well maintained - hope to experience it again in warmer weather!

Not only the view, cleanness, and peaceful property are wonderful, the owner so kind and thoughtful owner took care of all details before we arrive and nicely follow up constantly making sure we all enjoying our stay. Thank you so much

We spent a long weekend at "Yes Dear" with our family. The pictures really don't do it justice. The kitchen setup was awesome! We made homemade Lasagna, bread, and carved Pumpkins. They had everything! It rained the whole trip, but the coverage of the boat house provides shelter and the fish were biting. We caught bluegill, perch, small mouth bass, and even a clam! We loved how the house was tucked away in the woods off a dirt road. We barely felt like we were in NC. Right down the street was Lake Gaston Coffee where we enjoyed the most delicious Maple Pumpkin Pie Latte. We also visited Waterviews Restaurant less than 5 minutes away where we ate Rockfish PoBoys. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip and will be staying again. 10/10!

This house is wonderful and the owners went above and beyond to make it comfortable for guests. The house was very clean and had everything you might need for cooking. The layout was great too as the master bedroom is a little bit away from the kids rooms (although if you have little ones you can open a couple doors and hear everything just fine). Deck and dock were wonderful and we are so thankful for the kayaks and paddle boards. The kids also spent a lot of time jumping off the second dock level. There was a little cove where you can paddle around in very calm waters but the lake itself was pretty calm too. And the water was warm! All in all a great trip!

What a great vacation spot! We can’t wait to come back!

Peaceful. Great fishing.

First I would say the property owner Jo is fantastic. Super helpful with any questions about the house and area. Very responsive, and sincere in helping to make a wonderful vacation. The house was spotless. Very clean and it appears that most everything in the house is either new or very well maintained--from the carpet and paint, to the TV and utensils in the kitchen. The views from the porch don't disappoint, and neither does the boat dock. A perfect venue for swimming, jumping off the second floor, or enjoying a morning coffee. Having a sunny and shady area on the dock was also wonderful. You also couldn't ask for a better location, as the house is close to the nearby marina / restaurant along with a grocery store. We found the neighbors to be warm and welcoming and look forward to another stay!

This property is beautifully located in a very nice cove on the lake and is an amazing place to unwind and relax! The house had everything we needed and Joanne was extremely helpful at check in and also made sure we had everything we needed. The views are amazing , the house is extremely clean and wonderful memories were made at Yes Dear ! The Hortons highly recommend this place ! Thanks Jo!!

Thank you Jo and family for allowing us the opportunity to rent your beautiful lake home. From the time we began the booking process until we got home, Jo was available to answer any question we had as well as make recommendations on food, etc. in the local area. The pictures online that Jo has don’t do justice to the size of the home and also the proximity to the water and finally, the beautiful view. Highly recommend to anyone looking for an excellent vacation lake home!!

Everything about Jo’s beautiful lake home was OUTSTANDING!!! From the lake views to the amenities, it was SO hard to leave!! Jo was a wonderful host! She checked on us after we checked in to ensure that we were happy....QUICK COMMUNICATION!!! She made the entire process so easy and we really thank her for that! I’m looking forward to our next stay in her beautiful home!!!

Ideal vacation. Wonderful location. Note you do need to bring your own linens.

Loved this lake house . First time I have rented a lake how we usually go to the beach . F rom the first time we walked in the house was beautiful. It was clean and spacious and the lake vein was beautiful . Hope to mAke this our go to spot when visiting our daughter. THANK YOU FOR THE BEAUTIFUL WEEKEND.

I just first want to say that Jo was amazing to work with, she answered any question I had and encouraged more questions! We were always beach vacationers and this year we wanted to do something different. It was the best decision we made. Jo had welcomed us w/a sign and a gift bag that was "sweet". It was me, my 3 adult children, my son-in-law and my 14 y.o. We ALL LOVED IT! So much to do! The house was immaculate, plenty of room, well stocked kitchen, location was perfect! Our favorite place was the back porch and the deck, where we spent everyday swimming, fishing, floating, napping, reading, sun bathing and watching the beautiful sunsets. We rented a boat for a day nearby. Ate in all but one night, went to a local restaurant which was very close. Fire pit and yard games, we did it all. My kids said it was the best vacation they ever had as well as the most relaxing. Jo & Sean went above and beyond :) Thank you Jo & Sean for making this vacation possible. We are ALL hoping to be back real soon.

Gorgeous house and view will definitely rent from her again

House is very well appointed with well equipped kitchen. Large selection of books and DVD's for reading on the deck or vegging on the couch. Large porch with many rockers for catching the breeze or morning coffee. We loved our visit.

Loved this home with plenty of room for large family. Nice dock for boat and sunny all weekend too. Hidden gem in private wooded lot. Convenient to boat ramps, food lion and restaurants around lake. Owner was very helpful and quick to answer any questions. Wish we could have stayed longer but will definitely return to “Yes Dear”.

Gorgeous home. Gorgeous lake. All was perfect especially the extremely well equipped kitchen for a chef cook! Merci!

The property was well maintained. The kitchen had the best appliances and supplies of any home we have rented in the past 6 years here at the lake. On top of that, the owner was awesome to work with. We enjoyed meeting the neighbors and making new friends. The location was perfect for boating and fishing on the lake. We are looking forward to our next vacation here at Yes Dear!

My husband got the house for my birthday weekend for us, our 2 kiddos, and another family who has 3 kids of their own. We could not have asked for a better layout on the interior especially with a weekend full of rain! It didnt stop our crew from making wonderful memories together cooking, playing games, family game of hide and seek, and even got a movie in. I have been going to the Lake for over 30 years and moreso that main lake and all nearby coves....the location and view was breathtaking and right where we wanted to be! I felt right at home! We will definitely be renting this home in Whitby Cove again as we are anxious to be on the property in the sunshine! The new hammock by the water looked quite inviting and the dock was calling everyone's names! Here's to the many birthday memories made at your beautiful home. Thank you for sharing it with my family!!!

Beautiful and spacious home. Much bigger in person. Lovely deck and boat house. Will be returning in the summer!!!

It was everything we could’ve wanted. It’s absolutely beautiful and very spacious. Everything you need is right there. We would definitely book again. Thank you