Location: Henrico, Lake Gaston, Heartland, North Carolina, USA (4 Hours from Washington DC- 1.5 from Raleigh NC)
Accommodations: Cabin, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 10-12)
Keywords: Log Cabin
This Log Cabin was built by the owners in 2000. This home has many personal touches. We have tried to add things you might need and want. Just because you are on vacation we don't want you to WANT for anything. The upstairs bedrooms can sleep 6 with our hand made bunk beds (2 sets of each- double on the bottom with twin on top). Many family vacations have been spent with the adults in one room and the teens in the other, they make great rooms both for the young and the young at heart. Double closets in each room provide plenty of storage to put your cloths away so you feel more at home, not having to live out of a suit case.
This home is great for small children, there is a natural sandy beach with shallow water at the waters edge approx. ankle deep you are able to wade out to the end of the dock where the water level only about 4 feet deep. But still deep enough to get your boat right to the dock, with cleets on both sides to tie up your boat or jet ski. Young children can play in the sand or wade in the water without to many worries from the parents.
The boat house has extra life vests, small microwave and refrig-able to keep you right on the water.
Lake Gaston is on the North Carolina/Virginia border. The Lake is 34 miles long with 350 miles of shoreline. At its widest point, it's only about a mile wide, so its a long, skinny lake. In addition to the main part of the Lake, there are many coves. We are on Pea Hill Creek, one of the most liked coves on the lake. In the middle of the main Lake, it's about 52 feet deep with the middle of the coves averaging around 16 feet deep. The water is almost drinkable as it lays in the Lake. We are only 6 houses down from the pumping station where they pump water from Lake Gaston to Virginia Beach for drinking water.
There are currently no restrictions on power boats or jet skies on the Lake.
Several marinas which sell gas, repair boats, and rent boats are on Lake Gaston. We also have a Food Lion, Ace Hardware, several restaurants both casual and up scale, a video rental store, drug store, a medical clinic, and 5 golf courses within 15 mins of the house. Numerous churches surround the Lake, and our local theater group puts on really good plays at Lakeland Cultural Arts Center.
We hope you will give us a try and come stay in our home and discover on of VA/NC Best Kept Secrets. Come RELAX, ENJOY, and Have lots of Great Family time.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer : Washer is just off the kitchen
- Dryer : Dryer is just off the kitchen
- Off Street Parking : Large driveway with extra parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer : Large driveway with extra parking area
- Wood Fireplace : Out door wood fireplace at the dock
- Beds
- Queen Bed : Master Bedroom and sleeper sofa
- Double Bed (4) : There are a total of 4 double beds-(bottom of bunk beds)
- Twin/Single Bed (4) : There is a total of 4 twin beds -(top of bunk beds)
- Bunk Bed : There are 4 sets of bunk beds
- Convertible Bed : Queen size sleeper sofa in living room
- Crib : This is a porta crib that can be set up wherever needed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : Direct TV with extended cable
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Several VCR and DVD to watch on rainy days
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : There is a crock pot, new pots and pans, blender, toaster, coffee pot, wine opener.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : There are 2 tanks in case one runs out.
- Deck/Patio : We have a wrap around porch that is covered that looks out onto the water with a porch swing to enjoy
- View/Location
- Lakefront
- Communications
- Telephone
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Boat dock with boat house, life vests, small microwave and refrig at boat house. Able to dock boat at dock. lg wrap around covered porch facing the water.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : Must be at least 25 years old
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Fishing
- Horseshoes
- Horseback Riding
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Memorial Day -Labor Day 2011 $1400/week(Sat-Sat)plus tax $100 more for July 4th wk
OFF SEASON- $900/wk- 5nt/$800-4nt/$675-3nt/$525-2nt/375 CALL FOR MONTHLY RATES
NO Outside Cleaning agency-resposible for own cleaning-suplies provided
Cancelation policy is in effect.
Check in time is after 2pm with check out time by 11am the following Saturday.
WIRELESS INTERNET NOW AVAILABLE!!!
ALL BED LINEN AND BATH TOWELS PROVIDED BY RENTER!!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2000
My husband and I built this house in 2000 with the hopes of retiring here after our boys finish high school. The boys were 2 and 10 months old when we started this adventure. We have many fond memories over the last 9 years. My whole family (all 16) has Memorial Day weekend here every year, it has become a favorite family tradition. We are both from Northern WV and new we wanted water front property to retire to someday. We have been blessed to have this as our second home and we hope you will feel as welcome in our home as we do.
Why the Owner Chose Henrico
Lake Gaston is still uncrowded, with only about 60% of the waterfront lots having homes. The existing homes are about 60% vacation or second homes with the remaining 40% being retirement homes. Virtually all of the homes are single family residences with only a very few condominiums and townhouse sprinkled in. The Lake has a very small town friendly atmosphere as virtually everyone living on it is from out of town or out of state. Fishing is excellent, and either a North Carolina or a Virginia fishing license is good on the entire Lake. Growing up in small towns we appreciate the value of this, everyone is friendly and waves as my boys say there is nobody nicer then boaters. I don't know if all lakes are like this, but there are no real strangers, just a neighbor you haven't meet yet.
The Unique Benefits of this Cabin
The lake is very relaxing, good fishing, great family time, lots of fun on the water. There is not a lot of night life at the lake, but there is plenty of quality family time to be had, and lots of memories to make. Come enjoy Lake living at its Best at our home. Pea Hill Creek is one of the best areas for skiing, wakeboarding and fishing. Only 2 mins from the main lake if you want the "Bigger Water".
Property Photos
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- Front of Log Cabin facing the water - North Carolina Lakefront Log Cabin On Lake Gaston - Enjoy Boating & Fishing
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- Living Room 2 sets or French Doors leading to Covered Porch - North Carolina Lakefront Log Cabin On Lake Gaston - Enjoy Boating & Fishing
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- Upstirs bedroom with bunk beds-can sleep 6 in each room - North Carolina Lakefront Log Cabin On Lake Gaston - Enjoy Boating & Fishing
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- Master Bedroom with Queen Bed and Private Bath
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- Boat House & Dock with gental slope from House-upgraded stone walkway
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- Kitchen fully furnished with breakfast nook-seats 6
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- Having Fun on the Lake
Traveler Reviews (7)
Lake Gaston - Pea Hill Creek
Guest: Bill
(VB)
Date of Stay: 11/04/11
Review Submitted: 11/07/11
Very nice home. Excellent location. Owner very nice and easy to work with. I would recommend this property.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Just what we needed!
Guest: Lee
(Sunbury, NC)
Date of Stay: 09/23/11
Review Submitted: 09/28/11
Nicole, your home was better than expected! We loved every minute of our trip. If you have a boat this place is for you, lots of dock space for tying up and just hanging out on the dock. Water is crystal clear and beautiful. The Pea Hill Creek area is probably one of the nicest areas on the lake, if you are looking for a nice getaway this is it. We will definitely be coming back next year!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
A Lake House Gem
Guest: KC
(Roanoke & Richmond, VA)
Date of Stay: 08/06/11
Review Submitted: 08/14/11
This home was just as good as advertised. The owners really have provided all the amenities for a great vacation. The house is more than just a cabin. It had plenty of room for our family, and the layout was perfect -- from the house interior, to the roomy porch, to the proximity of the water and dock. The beach and shallow water were ideal for letting the little ones play without much worry. The Pea Hill Creek area is very nice -- big enough for the boat we rented, but less "busy" and with less choppy water than the main lake. Every evening offered a great view of the sunset from the dock or porch. We felt like we had everything we needed right there, so were able to truly relax and have good family fun. We would definitely love to visit again!
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Family Tradition
Guest: doug & tina
(PA)
Date of Stay: 07/17/10
Review Submitted: 01/09/11
Great home in a perfect location for this lake. My extended family (7 in total) has enjoyed this rental at least one week every summer since it was built. For us, the property is the perfect mix of casual comfort and rural convenience. Pea Hill Creek is large enough to enjoy water views, yet protected enough to enjoy open water swimming from the convenient dock or gently sloping beach. The lake is the primary attraction, and main-lake open water is only a few minutes away by boat. We always love to go and hate to leave.
Recommended for:Families with young children, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Guest: Larry
(Winchester, VA)
Date of Stay: 04/13/10
Review Submitted: 04/28/10
We found the cabin to be just as advertised,it has a great lay out for meals and sitting around and talking. Its clean and well maintained. We rented the cabin for a fishing/golf vacation, the location is great no need to look any farther than Pea Hill Creek in the spring for fishing and the golf course is only a few minutes drive away. I would definitely recommend this rental to anyone who likes to fish and boat or just relax and enjoy the view
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Loved it !
Guest: ChrisMorr
(Charlotte NC)
Date of Stay: 07/25/09
Review Submitted: 04/20/10
We enjoyed our vacation here so much ! The cabin is lovely, the porch fabulous. The little beach and the dock were so enjoyable. The location was perfect, not much boat traffic. Not sure about nearby attractions, we came for the peace and quiet which was so nice. Gret place to stay !
Recommended for:Families with young children, romantic getaway, age 55+.
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