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5 BR, 3.5 Bath, Game Room, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, PETS WELCOMED!

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Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
5 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 13246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Henrico, NC
  • Popular LocationLake Gaston1 min walk
  • Popular LocationJohn H. Kerr Reservoir61 min drive
  • Popular LocationKerr Lake Country Club63 min drive
  • AirportRaleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)102 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

2nd Bunk Room

2nd Master

Bunk Room

Main Master

Upstairs Queen

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

2nd Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Floor Half Bathroom

Toilet

Main Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

5 BR, 3.5 Bath, Game Room, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, PETS WELCOMED!

MANY UPDATES FOR 2021! 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Baths, Large Game Room, Two Kayaks, 1 Paddle Board, Plus Many More Amenities, PETS WELCOMED - Sleeps 11-13

Cardinal Cove is the perfect gateway to your Lake Gaston experience! This beautiful property boasts MAIN LAKE VIEWS from a PROTECTED COVE- the BEST OF BOTH WORLDS! As soon as you enter the home you are greeted with an amazing view of the main lake from every room in the house. The well-thought-out design of the home is spread across three levels with ample room for multiple families to spread out and enjoy, yet cozy enough for comfortable relaxation. Immediately, you will be drawn to the ever-present, MAJESTIC MAIN LAKE VIEWS from every bedroom and living space in the house! The private dock only steps from the house down the gently sloping lot is in a protected cove. Being just steps from the water allows for endless fun and enjoyment including swimming, floating (multiple floats, noodles, etc. provided), kayaking (2 provided), paddle boarding (1 provided), boating, tubing, fishing, etc. Others around the lake will have no problem finding you for an evening get together with friends.

The home offers 5 BEDROOMS and 3.5 BATHROOMS. TWO MASTER SUITES with en suite bathrooms and walk-in closets (and great views of the lake) are available. Groups of kids can be separated into either of TWO BUNK ROOMS, making this a perfect location for multiple families (extra cot provided for use as needed). Adults will appreciate that even with a large group, the sleeping and common spaces allow for a feeling of privacy and discretion.

Enjoy the lakeside firepit (NEW ADIRONDACK CHAIRS AND FIRE PIT FOR 2021) and s’mores on those chilly evenings. Cornhole boards are also provided for your enjoyment. Relax in the hammock with a good book. A Weber gas grill is also available for your cookouts. Complimentary high-speed internet is provided.

The main master with a king bed and attached bathroom is on the main level. Also on the main level is the living room (with TV and Apple TV), kitchen and sunroom/dining room. Off the main level enjoy the well-appointed and comfortable screened porch with cozy furniture and AMAZING VIEWS of the lake, plus additional deck space for lounging and dining. A new OUTDOOR BAR overlooking the lake with seating for 4 has been added on the deck for 2021!

The lower level has a 2ND MASTER with queen bed, attached bathroom and walk-in closet. A furnished game room/family room equipped with a large sectional, fireplace, TV (with Amazon Firestick) foosball table (NEW FOOSBALL TABLE FOR 2021) and board games along with a game table for your enjoyment. An additional bedroom with a set of bunkbeds is also located on the lower level. The lower level walks out to a covered patio for outdoor dining, just steps to the lake. You will find two more very large bedrooms (with incredible views of the main lake) upstairs with an additional full bathroom. One of the upstairs bedrooms features a comfortable queen bed and full furnishings, with the other upstairs bedroom set up as a bunk room to sleep 5 (two sets of bunk beds: one twin over twin, and one twin over full).

LINENS PROVIDED AT NO EXTRA COST

Parking is never an issue with a three private driveways converging in two circle drives throughout the shaded property. No dusty gravel roads to the property either as we have paved roads throughout the neighborhood. Plus there is plenty of room to park you boat trailer.

All of our guests are invited to use one of the 2 KAYAKS and 1 PADDLEBOARD provided for exploring the nearby coves. We do provide a limited supply of life jackets with the kayaks. However, you may want to bring your own life jackets to ensure that "just right" fit for everyone (especially small children!).

The large dock has deep clean water with a firm bottom, and offers two areas for boat tie-up for your use. Steps at the water’s edge allow for gradual entry to the water in about 2 to 3 feet of water, or feel free to jump in off the end of the dock into 6+ feet of water. The calm water cove allows for safe swimming, floating, kayaking and paddle-boarding for worry free water play. Swim at your own risk. NO DIVING!

You will also find a refrigerator at the boathouse for your convenience. Also provided at the dock: multiple inflatable water toys, floating saddles, fishing gear, sun loungers, teak furniture, umbrellas and a portable speaker.

PETS WELCOME! The property even includes a FENCED DOGGIE PARK on-site in the back yard by the water! PET POLICY: well-behaved and house-trained dogs allowed (maximum 2 dogs; no cats please). Dogs must be at least one year of age, neutered/spayed, up-to-date on rabies and other vaccinations, and free of fleas/ticks. Guests must pick up after pets and properly dispose of waste. Pet fee (non-refundable): $125 for first dog, $75 for second dog. Please provide details about dogs to owners prior to arrival.

You are in a PRIME location on the North side of the main channel and CLOSE TO EVERYTHING. Only 4 MILES to Food Lion, ABC Liquor Store, Dollar Store, Lake Gaston Pizza, Hwy 55 Burgers, Subway, LKG Coffee, Ace Hardware and more. By water you are just a few minutes to the Eaton's Ferry Bridge and the local waterfront restaurants (Water's View Restaurant and The Pointe Restaurant). There is a public boat ramp only two miles from the house (by land and water). Southpointe Marina and Washburn’s Marina are close by for your fuel and boating convenience.

Guests coming from the North or South using the I-85 corridor will be pleasantly surprised by the accessibility from major metro areas (about 1 to 1.5 hours from Raleigh and Richmond).

Nearby are churches, a plant nursery, golf course, mini golf, farmers market, and flea market. Our house is a good base for a visit to Rosemont of Virginia Vineyards and Winery.

Any jet skis and boats on the boat lifts at the boat house are property of the owners, not to be tampered with, and not for use by renters. There are numerous boat rental companies on the lake for your convenience.

Please note that the house is on a SEPTIC SYSTEM. Please DO NOT flush anything except HUMAN WASTE and TOILET PAPER!

NO SMOKING. No smoking please inside the home or on screened porch.

Property manager

Mendy Legleiter

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Pet fee $125 (1st dog), $75 (2nd dog).

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking inside or on the screened porch!
Please Note we have a septic system! Please do not flush anything but human waste and toilet paper.
Jet skis or boats in the boat lift are not to be tampered with and are not for use by renters. Boat rental companies are numerous in the area.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 area

Littleton

Located in Littleton, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Gaston and Medoc Mountain State Park, while Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail and Royal Palace Theatre are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Henrico, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 1 min walk
  • Rosemont Vineyards - 29 min drive
  • Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail - 30 min drive
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 61 min drive
  • Kerr Lake Country Club - 63 min drive

Getting around

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • Watersview Restaurant - 11 min drive
  • Beautiful Lake Gaston - 9 min drive
  • Subway - 10 min drive
  • Lake Gaston Coffee Company - 10 min drive
  • The Pointe at Lake Gaston - 13 min drive

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spring Break Trip
Great house!! We had a wonderful time and the property was perfect. Plenty of parking, an easily accessible dock (and water toys), and an ideal yard with a firepit and dog run. We would definitely rent again! THANK YOU!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Early Fall Getaway
We gathered to celebrate a friend's 50th birthday and what a great weekend! The property is right on the water and has lots of places to hang out - hard to pick which one. We appreciated the time together so much and beautiful weather certainly helped with the gorgeous lake views.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy B., Pfafftown, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Gaston Family Getaway
Our family of ten enjoyed our stay at Cardinal Cove. The water toys available were fun for the entire family, especially the paddle boat. The kitchen is well stocked with appliances and utensils. The upstairs sitting area was a little small for our family movie watching but the downstairs sitting area worked fine. The property is older and needs a bit of maintenance on walkway to lake specifically the handrails. Inside, the property is updated with new lighting and fans. A grocery store is very close by for those food items forgotten. Tropical storm Ophelia arrived during our stay but only dampened one day. The lake was nice and even the puppy got into swimming. The owners were responsive. Book your next lake adventure here.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas in August
We give a family vacation for Christmas instead of "junk". This was an awesome place to stay. We have stayed other places but this has been the BEST! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L., Arlington, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Our family had a great week in this clean, well-stocked home in a beautiful, peaceful cove on Lake Gaston. Highly recommend and look forward to visiting again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

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Hosted by Mendy Legleiter

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