Lake Gaston Waterfront home with boat dock, fire pit, and views
House in Lake Gaston, NC
14 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
About this house rental
Views, Views, Views!!! We bought this house for the views, and we wanted to make sure they were the focal point of it all. This 2900 sq ft house has space for everyone set on a beautiful 1-acre waterfront lot, plenty of room for yard and lake activities.
Open concept great for multiple families with a separate kids’ space; fun and relaxation for everyone. Fireplaces are wood-burning. The downstairs’ open space has a living area, sleeping area, Ping-Pong table, bathroom, lockerroom, and walkout access to the lake. Downstairs has 2 sets of triple bunk beds, sleeping 6 with the availability to add an additional 2 guests by using the queen sleeper sofa. All upstairs bedrooms have king beds to make sure everyone’s stay is comfortable. The large master has an on-suite bath. We care about comfort and know that not all vacation rentals invest in mattresses- we did!
The large sliding doors in the master, guest bedroom, and the French doors in the main living area all provide vast views of Lake Gaston. Windows above the kitchen sink have made dish duty less of a chore. The kitchen window allows you to enjoy the water views even while filling the dishwasher or making your morning coffee. The kitchen is fully stocked with any gadget or dish you could need to prepare your favorite meals and a grill to make vacation meals with less mess and clean-up. Invite more to the indoor dining table extends to seat up to 10.
Nestled in a protected cove, you can take in the broad views of the main lake while safely enjoying the water away from busy boat traffic. The shore is a sanded beach with a gradual slope to allow everyone to take part in water fun, no matter their age. Use one of the kayaks, fish from the dock, float on a raft, or jump in the lake to cool off. The end of the dock offers 9ft deep water with access to 20' deep water just a few feet away. It’s all possible 20 feet from the house and within view from the back deck. Have a boat and/or Sea-Doo? No problem. You can store it at the boat dock while you stay. Bluebird Point boat ramp is less than a mile away for convenient watercraft access.
A large expansive deck is accessible from the master and a guest room. Appreciate the screened in porch with outdoor seating and dining just through the French doors of the main living area. The entire space is interconnected so everyone can access the lake and outdoors. The deck’s stairs are protected by a dual latch gate to provide safety and ease of mind if little ones are exploring. The perfect lake house experience for all with plenty of parking in the U-shaped driveway and two-car garage.
Rental Has the following amenities:
• Coffee Maker
• Keurig for individual coffee brewing
• Griddle
• Gas Grill
• Washer and Dryer
• Bathing Towels
• Swimming Towels
• Dishwasher
• Electric Oven with Stovetop
• Microwave
• Crockpot
• Mixer
• Mini-fridge (downstairs)
• Secondary fridge (in garage)
• Blender
• Waffle Maker
• Pots and Pans
• Ping-Pong Table
• 3 King beds
• 6 twin beds (2 bunkbeds)
• 1 queen (sofa bed)
• Sheets and comforters are available
• DVD player
• Wi-Fi Internet
• 2 Wood burning Fireplaces
• Water view
• Lake Access
• Boat Dock
• Sheets
• 50” Samsung Smart TV (main living area)
• 55” Samsung Smart TV (downstairs)
• Games
• Kayak
• Outdoor Living and Dining Area
• Patio Heater
• Firepit
Open concept great for multiple families with a separate kids’ space; fun and relaxation for everyone. Fireplaces are wood-burning. The downstairs’ open space has a living area, sleeping area, Ping-Pong table, bathroom, lockerroom, and walkout access to the lake. Downstairs has 2 sets of triple bunk beds, sleeping 6 with the availability to add an additional 2 guests by using the queen sleeper sofa. All upstairs bedrooms have king beds to make sure everyone’s stay is comfortable. The large master has an on-suite bath. We care about comfort and know that not all vacation rentals invest in mattresses- we did!
The large sliding doors in the master, guest bedroom, and the French doors in the main living area all provide vast views of Lake Gaston. Windows above the kitchen sink have made dish duty less of a chore. The kitchen window allows you to enjoy the water views even while filling the dishwasher or making your morning coffee. The kitchen is fully stocked with any gadget or dish you could need to prepare your favorite meals and a grill to make vacation meals with less mess and clean-up. Invite more to the indoor dining table extends to seat up to 10.
Nestled in a protected cove, you can take in the broad views of the main lake while safely enjoying the water away from busy boat traffic. The shore is a sanded beach with a gradual slope to allow everyone to take part in water fun, no matter their age. Use one of the kayaks, fish from the dock, float on a raft, or jump in the lake to cool off. The end of the dock offers 9ft deep water with access to 20' deep water just a few feet away. It’s all possible 20 feet from the house and within view from the back deck. Have a boat and/or Sea-Doo? No problem. You can store it at the boat dock while you stay. Bluebird Point boat ramp is less than a mile away for convenient watercraft access.
A large expansive deck is accessible from the master and a guest room. Appreciate the screened in porch with outdoor seating and dining just through the French doors of the main living area. The entire space is interconnected so everyone can access the lake and outdoors. The deck’s stairs are protected by a dual latch gate to provide safety and ease of mind if little ones are exploring. The perfect lake house experience for all with plenty of parking in the U-shaped driveway and two-car garage.
Rental Has the following amenities:
• Coffee Maker
• Keurig for individual coffee brewing
• Griddle
• Gas Grill
• Washer and Dryer
• Bathing Towels
• Swimming Towels
• Dishwasher
• Electric Oven with Stovetop
• Microwave
• Crockpot
• Mixer
• Mini-fridge (downstairs)
• Secondary fridge (in garage)
• Blender
• Waffle Maker
• Pots and Pans
• Ping-Pong Table
• 3 King beds
• 6 twin beds (2 bunkbeds)
• 1 queen (sofa bed)
• Sheets and comforters are available
• DVD player
• Wi-Fi Internet
• 2 Wood burning Fireplaces
• Water view
• Lake Access
• Boat Dock
• Sheets
• 50” Samsung Smart TV (main living area)
• 55” Samsung Smart TV (downstairs)
• Games
• Kayak
• Outdoor Living and Dining Area
• Patio Heater
• Firepit
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Lake Gaston, NC
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Reviews
10.0
This was our 4th year renting this home on the lake. It is perfect for the needs of our extended family. We had 13 of us including 5 young grandkids. The house easily fit all of us and the waterfront has a beach, a dock, a boat lift and is located on a quiet part of the lake. PERFECT!
10.0
Beautiful property. Well-stocked for fun. Very comfortable accommodations and owner is responsive/communicative.
10.0
Laura was an excellent host and communicator. Her home was relaxing for our visiting family and our kids were entertained by the various amenities (ping pong, fishing, swimming) that were available. The home is comfortable and in a peaceful cove. I would recommend this stay to folks of all ages! Wonderful stay!
10.0
The fact that we were back for our second year says it all. Very enjoyable stay. The whole family wanted to return to this house again. Great location and very well equipped. We would highly recommend it.
Only two issues. The owner had changed the combination of the key lock box and not updated the checkin instructions. We were locked out on arrival for a couple hours until we could get the new code. And, previous guests had left the fire pit full of trash. We did not have any plans to use it, so this did not impact our stay.
10.0
This is our 3rd straight year staying at Lauren's beautiful place on Lake Gaston and we are already looking forward to next year. If I could nominate Lauren for host of the year, I would. On the first day, I had some questions and she handled them within 2 minutes of my inquiry. When I thought that we were going to be without a highchair for my 1 year old grandchild, Lauren offered to order one from Amazon and have it sent to us. With 5 grandchildren age 1-8, this is a perfect place. Upstairs has plenty of room for their parents and plenty of kitchen space and seating inside and out. Downstairs is a kids dream with 2 sets of triple bunks and a giant room with foosball, ping pong, and a pinball machine. Outside is perfect with a great dock, a boat lift, and a gentle shallow beach area for little kids to play. It is a beautiful view and it is protected from the crowds and the waves of the main lake. Can't wait to come back for year 4.
10.0
Great time at the lake! We had a great time at the house this year! However, there were a few too many black (wood) ants in the kitchen. Not sure why they were appearing in the kitchen .
Thank you for another great experience! I would like to reserve for next year!
10.0
Amazing location, amazing house, stocked kitchen, felt like home. Comfortable beds, plentiful blankets. We had three families there and none of us had a single complaint. It was wonderful, and Lauren is quick to respond to any message.
10 stars!
10.0
Our family had an awesome summer vacation on beautiful (super clean) Lake Gaston! The cove that this house is on was very private with little boat traffic. The kids were in the lake all day and night. The 3 kayaks provided, let them explore the neighboring coves and the lights on the dock let them stay out there all night and fish. The house is updated and well decorated with spacious bathrooms, a large screened in porch, and comfortable mattresses in the bedrooms. The kid's favorite part of the house was definitely the basement. They loved the bunk beds, ping pong table and having their own TV and bathroom. Our family tries to go somewhere new every summer, but this rental will be hard not to come back to.
10.0
This was an awesome house for our family vacation. It was very clean and well maintained. The hosts were quick to respond to questions and supply everything you could possibly need, even down to firewood for the fire pit. The older kids loved having their own space downstairs. Lots of possibilities for water activities. There were two kayaks, a paddle board, and even a pedal boat which our three year old grandson loved riding in. The house is very close to a boat launch ramp. We loved having our boat docked at the house and always ready for tubing, swimming and wake surfing. The huge yard allowed plenty of room for outdoor games. And, we really enjoyed watching the neighborhood ospreys feeding their young.
We would love to stay here again, and highly recommend it to others.
10.0
Had one issue which I had to contact the owner. Response was prompt and taken care of quickly.
10.0
Best place to rent for families with small kids
This was our 2nd year renting this property and it was fabulous. We have 5 grandkids that joined us and this beautiful place on a quiet cove with a nice sandy beach, water toys galore, and a perfect house for families, made for a wonderful week. Our host Lauren was perfect. We have rented at Gaston for 20 years. This is hands down the best rental we have ever had.
10.0
Honeycomb hideout
We loved the pull up! The view of Lake Gaston and the dam! We had the best neighbors (osprey and babies). The experience on the lake this year was surreal! The Gathering Place was a very welcoming place to be and a centralized location between Roanoke Rapids & Littleton.
We will DEFINITELY be staying here again!
10.0
A Great Place to Have a Lake Family Vacation
The entire family, ranging from 4 to 70, enjoyed this vacation at Lake Gaston. The Gathering Space we rented through VRBO was a perfect match for our family, including a lower level with 6 bunk beds, a ping pong table, a fooseball table and other games for our grandchildren. outside was a very useable single boat dock, a Sandy private beach area, kyaks, other toys for children and adults and, of course, beautiful Lake Gaston.
10.0
Perfect
This was exactly what we needed. The access to the main lake in the boat is superior. The bedrooms all on the main floor for the grown ups and the children's bunk room being downstairs is fabulous. This is one we will definitely consider again. The views from the house were superb and the screen porch was wonderful. The owner was really responsive when we had trouble accessing the key upon arrival..
10.0
PERFECT
I’ve been renting vacation homes at Lake Gaston for the past 6 years … and this one by far has it all.
Plenty of space for 3 families. (11 of us total).
We all could not get over how comfortable the beds were. I feel all 3 families will have new mattresses inspired by this house very soon.
Plenty of games and space for the kids to play.
The kitchen was well stocked. We really felt at home.
The smart TV allows you to sign into your own accounts which is nice for the evening wind downs.
The sandy “beach” was amazing for my 4 and 5 year old. They both learned how to swim underwater thanks to it!!! Lots of room for practice!
Even more fun was that at the end of the dock you were able to jump off with no obstructions. It was pretty deep! I won the belly flop competition. (I do not recommend participating in such competitions as an adult.)
The views were amazing. Watching storms roll in. Watching boats drive by. Our neighbor in the field was an osprey with some babies…up on an electrical line. It was great to watch the mama osprey hunt for fish. She did a better job than us.
Owner was very easy to get ahold of, and was always kind and prompt.
I will rent this house every year that it’s on the market. I just don’t think another house could compare.
10.0
Perfect place for family with kids and grandkids
We have been renting places at Gaston for 20 years. This was by far the best place. The pictures don't do this place justice. The location was perfect. Peaceful, beautiful, and calm. While the other parts of the lake were crowded and rough with boats and wind, we always had quiet and calm here. It was perfect for our grandchildren to wade in the sandy beach area. We always had shade throughout the day and it was great to be able to launch our boat nearby and dock it at the boat lift. We had 8 adults and 4 grandkids and there was ample room for everyone. The down stairs bunk room that could sleep 6 in bunks with a pull out couch was amazing. It was big and there was room for a foosball table, ping pong table, and a 2nd large TV in addition to the one upstairs. We really like the screened in porch and the wide open kitchen that was well stocked in addition to having pretty new appliances which was a welcome surprise. Our host Lauren could not have been more helpful and responsive to our needs. The bottom line is, we can't wait to rent next year. It was a magical week.
10.0
Paradise on the lake
The Gathering Place is one of the best rental homes we have ever stayed at. Lauren is so quick to respond to any inquiries.. The house is so clean and well stocked! Our grandkids go right to the snacks upon arrival. Very nice touch! The location is convenient to the lake, grocery store etc. We will continue to make family memories every year at this beautiful location! Super host Lauren thank you for making the house into a home! We will be back! We miss it already!
10.0
Wonderful stay on the lake
This property was everything that we wanted for our weekend getaway. It was incredibly clean, well stocked, comfortable, and relaxing. I couldn’t believe how many times we said “did you see X any where?” And the answer was always “yes, it’s in that drawer” (or wherever it was located). There was plenty to do to entertain my almost 3 year old, including the beach entry for the water that made it incredibly easy for getting her and our infant as well in the lake. No complaints here! 10/10 would recommend!
5.0
A group of 10 friends decided to rent The Gathering Place for our New Years weekend and had a great time! The property had plenty of space for all of us to stay and was very accurate to the photos. The owners were very responsive to all of our questions prior to the trip and gave a great recommendation for the company we rented a boat from for a day. I highlyRecommend this property for bigger groups looking to get away for the weekend!
10.0
Great New Years Trip!
A group of 10 friends decided to rent The Gathering Place for our New Years weekend and had a great time! The property had plenty of space for all of us to stay and was very accurate to the photos. The owners were very responsive to all of our questions prior to the trip and gave a great recommendation for the company we rented a boat from for a day. I highly
Recommend this property for bigger groups looking to get away for the weekend!
10.0
Everything we wanted!
Fishing, games, fire pit, movies, eating, sleeping — all was just what we hoped for and needed! This place has a real “home” feel, rather than a rental feel; a tangible difference from VRBOs in the past. Location on the lake is fabulous and fishing was successful! Communication with Lauren was easy, effective and prompt! Thanks so much!!
10.0
Great Family Getaway
This house exceeded my expectations in cleanliness, comfort, and just all around great house. Having King sized beds in all the bedrooms was just awesome for my family. The kitchen was the best stocked kitchen I have ever seen in a rental - nice dishes, silverware, appliances, pots and pans, etc. were all top notch stuff. Communication with the owner was always prompt. My adult children loved the house and we would all love to go back again!
10.0
Perfect weekend!
Thanks for a lovely weekend at your beautiful lake house!! Everything was so well stocked too! We highly recommend this place!!
10.0
Great Weekend
Everything about the house was great, bigger than the pictures made it out to be. Easily fit a dozen adults for a weekend getaway. 10/10 would return
10.0
Wonderful visit to Lake Gaston
Everything has advertised on property was correct. We especially liked relaxing on the dock and in the screened in-porch area and spent alot of time there enjoying the view when not outside. Kayaks provided were nice to have and when not outside boating , playing ping pong was a great for indoor play. Hope to visit again soon!
10.0
Even better than we thought it’d be!
What a great place to stay! And we couldn’t believe all the amenities available that the owners did not have to provide. Often times listings say they provide certain amenities only to find that those are lacking or poor quality, etc. Not here! They even had a perfect camp fire already built in the fire pit ready for us to light.
The check-in process was super easy and communication with Lauren was attentive and thorough.
We had 4 adults and 6 teenagers and Lauren’s house was perfect! We rented a pontoon and easily tied it up to the dock when not using. The location at the back of the cove is perfect as well!
Thank you Lauren! We will be back!
5.0
What a great place to stay! And we couldn’t believe all the amenities available that the owners did not have to provide. Often times listings say they provide certain amenities only to find that those are lacking or poor quality, etc. Not here! They even had a perfect camp fire already built in the fire pit ready for us to light. The check-in process was super easy and communication with Lauren was attentive and thorough. We had 4 adults and 6 teenagers and Lauren’s house was perfect! We rented a pontoon and easily tied it up to the dock when not using. The location at the back of the cove is perfect as well! Thank you Lauren! We will be back!
10.0
Great property
House is very well taken care of and clean; perfect for family. Beautiful screened in porch with great view on a quiet part of the lake. Owners very accommodating and helpful. Everything is available at the house from well stocked kitchen to kayaks to Netflix. Highly recommend.
10.0
Great time!
We enjoyed our time here. Grandparents enjoyed spending time with teenage grandchildren for their 50th wedding anniversary celebration. Great family time together.
10.0
Quiet weekend getaway
Great location on the lake in a deep water cove that limits noise and waves. Nice place to tie up your boat without damage. Awesome boat dock with nice views and toys.
House is huge and has a lot of room. The kitchen furnishings are also very nice and include quality pots/pans and knives which made cooking easier than usual rental properties.
The screened-in porch is a really nice feature to enjoy the outdoors. Lot and neighborhood is wooded and full of life.
10.0
Awesome Stay at Lake Gaston
From our first contact with the owners to the last, they have been remarkable... always available and eager to meet our needs! This beautiful home is nestled in a quiet cove which allowed the grandkids freedom to play in the water, kyack near the dock, or fish in canoes In the cove under our watchful eyes! The fishing was awesome... whether from the dock or out in the lake in the boat. The lake was not crowded which allowed for skiing and kneeboarding and tubing without concerns for the grandkids safety. The porch overlying the lake has the most beautiful view! The house itself is perfectly designed for a family with children. It is fully stocked with everything you need.... cooking supplies, towels, sheets. The house was immaculately clean and the yard was well manicured!!!! We throughly enjoyed our stay and highly recommend this property.
10.0
Loved it - exactly as described and pictured
I have rented several houses from VRBO, This one exactly matched my pre-trip expectations. That's worth it's weight in gold. The house is comfortable, every system worked fine even in the middle of a heat wave, and the kitchen is well stocked. I could go on, but it would be easier for you to read the owner's description. It's 100% accurate, and I'm 100% satisfied with the rental. Thanks Lauren!
10.0
Amazing stay! Highly recommend!!!!
The Gathering Place was hands down the best experience we’ve had on VRBO. :) We had so much fun we extended our stay and didn’t want to leave! My husband and I wanted a safe getaway during the pandemic and Lauren’s place was incredibly clean, maintained, and stocked with whatever you may need (...we had smoothies every day in her blender and used the grill at night)! Lauren was super responsive for questions and so helpful. We kayaked, swam, and fished all day (...we caught a Garpike off the dock!) and couldn’t have had a better stay. We will definitely be back!!!! Thank you again to such lovely hosts!!!!
10.0
Property was awesome!
Lauren and Anthony, thank you for everything! Our family vacation was amazing! Your house had everything you could have asked for! Clean, well stocked, exactly as described, and great location! We felt right at home the second we arrived! Our grandchildren were in the water the entire stay! It was a very hot week and walking a few steps to the water was great! The welcome snacks were appreciated too! We couldn’t have asked for any better communication! Oh and the beds were so comfortable, we will miss them! We can’t wait to return in the future! This was the best rental we have ever stayed at! Thank you again!
10.0
Great getaway
The house was a great getaway for our two families. Kids loved being in the basement.
10.0
Great house!!
This is a great house and everything Is as advertised. The set up of the house is perfect for families. The kids had the basement, the adults had the upstairs.
House was very clean and had all of the little touches that made the house great. Kitchen was fully stocked, water toys were great.
Highly recommend this house and definitely want to rent again the next time we are there.
10.0
Amazing
The property is absolutely amazing and clean with tons of space for kids and multiple families. Nothing negative at all
10.0
Great Stay!
Lauren was the most responsive owner I have dealt with on Vrbo. She would answer a question with in minutes. The house was clean and well stocked. The beds were extremely comfortable. My only suggestion for the owners are to add bar stools to the island. Can’t wait to go again!
10.0
Beautiful Property!
We had such a wonderful few days. The house was clean, very well stocked and the perfect set-up for two families. We really enjoyed the screened-in porch and the bunk room was amazing! We will definitely be returning.
10.0
Perfect family getaway
We had a great stay!
The house is beautiful and spacious. A gorgeous sunset from the screened porch was perfect for the after-bedtime glass of wine (or what-have-you). The basement-level rec room was a PERFECT place for the kids to be as loud as they wanted to be... legos and TV included.
The icing on the cake was the swimming area: A private little sandy beach in a quiet cove and a dock that’s plenty deep enough for jumping. It felt safe and clean, AND The kids all caught their first fishes!
Side note: we HIGHLY recommend a visit to the Paranormal Museum in Littleton. Very weird and fun (and free).
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Lake Gaston?
The average price for a rental in Lake Gaston is $660 per night. This rental is $196 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lake Gaston Waterfront home with boat dock, fire pit, and views . 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 Lake Gaston Waterfront home with boat dock, fire pit, and views pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Lake Gaston Waterfront home with boat dock, fire pit, and views ?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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