See all properties
Entire home

Lakefront Retreat on Lake Tillery – Cozy family Getaway with Dock & Scenic Views

Photo gallery for Lakefront Retreat on Lake Tillery – Cozy family Getaway with Dock & Scenic Views

Peaceful waterfront dock
Terrace/patio
Hear the fish jumping while enjoying your coffee on the porch
Property grounds
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

View in a map
Mount Gilead, NC
  • Place, Swift Island Lake Tillery Boat Access
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Wood Run Trailhead
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Morrow Mountain State Park
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Lakefront Retreat on Lake Tillery – Cozy family Getaway with Dock & Scenic Views

Relaxing Lakefront Retreat on a Quiet Cove – Perfect for Families & Friends

Escape to Tillery Time, a cozy and inviting lakefront home nestled in a peaceful cove just off the main waters of Lake Tillery. With breathtaking views, a spacious screened-in porch, and a private dock, this is the perfect getaway for families and friends looking to unwind, enjoy the water, and make lasting memories.

Comfortable & Spacious Accommodations – Sleeps Up to 9

This well-appointed home offers three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, comfortably accommodating up to 9 guests:
• Main Level:
• Bedroom 1: King bed
• Bedroom 2: Queen bed
• Full bathroom: Tub/shower combo, vanity, and stocked essentials
• Upper Level:
• Bedroom 3: Queen bed + bunk bed (full bottom, twin top) – perfect for kids!
• Full bathroom: Walk-in shower, vanity, and washer/dryer

Stunning Lake Views & Open Living Spaces

The open-concept kitchen and living room are designed to maximize the stunning lake views. Large windows flood the space with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Whether you’re lounging on the comfortable sofas, preparing a meal in the fully stocked kitchen, or enjoying a movie night, you’ll always feel connected to the beauty of the lake.

Relax & Dine on the Large Screened-In Porch

One of the best features of the home is the expansive screened-in porch, complete with a cozy sitting area and a dining table for six. Start your morning with coffee while watching the sunrise, or wind down in the evening with dinner and drinks as the sun sets over the water.

Entertainment & Outdoor Fun
• Game Room: Challenge your family and friends to a game of pool or enjoy classic favorites like Pac-Man and Galaga on the cocktail arcade machine. The game room opens up to a porch overlooking the fire pit and dock.
• Outdoor Grill & Fire Pit: Fire up the grill on the main deck for a delicious meal after a day on the water, then gather around the fire pit for s’mores and stories under the stars.
• Private Dock & Water Activities:
• Large dock with an awning for shade on hot days
• Kayaks available to explore the cove
• Lily pad float for lounging on the water
• Life jackets provided for kids and adults

Nearby Attractions & Conveniences

Lake Tillery is nestled in the scenic Uwharrie Mountains, offering incredible views and outdoor adventures. A short drive or boat ride away, Lilly’s Bridge Marina provides boat rentals, a surf shop, and a great restaurant, River Wild, where you can enjoy waterfront dining and live music.

Additional Information
• Washer & Dryer: Available for personal use, but please leave used towels and linens on the floor before departure so we can launder them.
• Boat Lift: Available for a $100 fee per stay (covers the cost of moving and storing our boat).
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Miscellaneous
The Tillery Barndo - Two bedrooms/loft, dock, flat lot, spa, trampoline, golf
  • Hot tub
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
The Tillery Barndo - Two bedrooms/loft, dock, flat lot, spa, trampoline, golf

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Mount Gilead

Located in Mount Gilead, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Swift Island Lake Tillery Boat Access and Stony Mountain Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Morrow Mountain State Park and Wood Run Trailhead. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
View more Vacation Homes in Mount GileadOpens in a new window
Map
Mount Gilead, NC

What's nearby

  • Swift Island Lake Tillery Boat Access - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Wood Run Trailhead - 9 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Stony Mountain Vineyards - 15 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Morrow Mountain State Park - 18 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Badin Lake - 21 min drive - 26.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Jay's Seafood Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Burger Shack - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Boat House on Lake Tillery - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Lantern Sushi & Asian Cuisine - ‬23 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lakefront Retreat on Lake Tillery – Cozy family Getaway with Dock & Scenic Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakefront Retreat on Lake Tillery – Cozy family Getaway with Dock & Scenic Views?

As of Mar 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakefront Retreat on Lake Tillery – Cozy family Getaway with Dock & Scenic Views on Apr 15, 2026 start from $206, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront Retreat on Lake Tillery – Cozy family Getaway with Dock & Scenic Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront Retreat on Lake Tillery – Cozy family Getaway with Dock & Scenic Views?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront Retreat on Lake Tillery – Cozy family Getaway with Dock & Scenic Views located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Swift Island Lake Tillery Boat Access, Wood Run Trailhead, and Morrow Mountain State Park. Stanly County Historic Preservation and Stony Mountain Vineyards are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 43 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 43 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our grown family of 4 stayed here for the Christmas week, and what a magical stay! I grew up in this area and this was the perfect location for us to stay, rest, and visit our family. The house and porches were perfect, and the view was amazing. I hope we can make this our go-to place to stay. Our host was responsive and thoughtful. This is the BEST place!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candice E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Beautiful, clean house with everything you will need for a wonderful trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location with all the amenities! Would definitely recommend to others and stay again myself.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rustam A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay, great house! Super quiet and calm part of the lake and the house was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigiail C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Tillery lake. It was peaceful, relaxing and we will definitely be back!! We have stayed at other Vrbo properties, but Tillery has been the nicest so far. Thank you Kristen for your rapid response and allowing us to stay at your home!!
Views
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was very comfortable and had a very well stocked kitchen. Especially liked the screened in porch. Nice sitting area at the dock. The furniture was nice and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed privacy and quiet of this property in the off season. Cabin was comfortable and clean. Might not be suitable for young children or the elderly that can’t negotiate the numerous stairs to the water.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing trip

Great place, comfortable, and great host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. Loved the location in the quiet cove. Plenty of items to use. The grandkids had fun learning to use the kayak and paddle board. Fishing was a big hit. We all felt at home at lakefront retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Beautiful- spacious and clean !! We thoroughly enjoyed it if only it hadnt rained 7 days out of 8 . We would recommend this lovely place to anyone
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet cove lake house

We had a great 3 day getaway at Lake Tillery. The lake house was perfect and had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable and the dock and outdoor amenities were exactly what we were looking for. Thanks for sharing your place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect getaway house!

We stayed here for an extended weekend and it was perfect! There was plenty to do at the house and everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Absolutely amazing place.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Spring Break

Home was lively and well stocked just as described. The photos were exactly as the listing (which almost never happens!)We are looking to book it again for the fall!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Everything was perfect. Exactly as described. One of the cleanest places we've ever rented. Quiet cove but big and deep enough to swim and fish! We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Lovely place, great screened in porch. Kids loved the lake!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Austin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was incredible and exactly as described. Host was a great communicator after we had a few questions on how to reset stuff due to an incredible lightning storm that caused power surges. The house sits in a great Cove with deep water and a very functional boat dock that we fully utilized. We plan to book again on our next trip to the lake. We would recommend this house and host to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A. Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Tillery

Everyone Really enjoyed the stay. 5 stars!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jesse T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wifes Birthday weekend get away

this was a last min booking because of the flood in the mountains so we canceled that and found this place it was absolutely the best decision. nice peaceful laid back plz my wife requested be the normal birthday getaway from now own
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Getaway

The house is exactly as described and more! I couldn’t believe how many “water toys” came with the house. The mattresses/bedding in every room were very comfortable. We had friends staying on the main part of the lake and the water was really crazy with the holiday weekend at their rental so it was so nice to retreat back to calm waters in the cove! Plenty of space to dock our boat as well. We will definitely rent this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving

We loved our stay. Owner was very responsive and house was in a great location. Would be a PERFECT location for riding UTVs in Uwharrie. Look forward to booking in warmer weather so we can enjoy the lake and some Tillery time!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

denise w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Lake Getaway

We had such a wonderful time....the boys fished and caught lots of catfish and had a ball..House was beautiful and had everything....i strongly recommend this house to anyone!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal family getaway!

We spent a wonderful, relaxing week at this property with our 2 boys, ages 8 and 10. The house is beautiful and provides so many ammenities! The kayaks, life jackets, paddle board, fire pit, arcade table, pool/ping pong table...you felt like you didnt have to leave the property for anything! The boys loved the spiral staircase too! The location is so quiet, peaceful, and relaxing, and the lake is gorgeous. The host promptly responded to any communcation. We highly, highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tillery Time is just what our family needed- we were in town for a long weekend/whirlwind of pre-wedding, wedding, and post-wedding events. The house was a relaxing and fun respite each morning and evening as we returned. Such a peaceful and beautiful setting. Our adult children and their spouses enjoyed the outdoor living room, game room with pool and ping pong tables, and the video arcade machine with a multitude of games! We also used the kayak and paddle board and played some board games. The owner graciously let us enter a little earlier as we had flown in the same day as the wedding rehearsal- what a relief to be able to get ready and not feel rushed after long airline flights. We would certainly come back! A perfect spot for us!
Twilight
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Kristen Dawson

Host profile image
We're a family from Charlotte that fell in love with beautiful and secluded Lake Tillery and the Uwharrie region and use this property as our little getaway spot.

Why they chose this property

We love the beautiful views of the lake and main lake access with the privacy of the cove.
It's also great being only 10 minutes away from the convenience of shopping and activities in Albermarle and accessibility to all directions.

What makes this property unique

Lots of outdoor deck, dock and porch space as well as entertainment inside like Pac Man, Galaga and pool!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

Hotels

Vacation Rentals