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Azalea Retreat – The Cottage | Pool | Pickleball

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Welcome to Azalea Retreat- The Cottage- fire pit, shared pickle ball and large swimming pool.
A modern kitchen with dark cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a central island with bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A spacious living room with a large black leather sofa, patterned chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large sliding glass doors.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bench, a nightstand, a lamp, a ceiling fan, a window with blinds, and a door leading to a bathroom.
A two-story house with a stone pathway leading to the entrance, surrounded by trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Games at the ready
    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Norman

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Sherrills Ford, NC
  • Place, Lake Norman
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bank of America Stadium
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Place, Spectrum Center
    ‪54 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlotte, NC (CLT-Charlotte-Douglas Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower Level Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Lower Level Primary Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Queen Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Queen Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level Queen Bedroom #3

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Lower Level Hall Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Lower Level Primary Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Queen Bath #1

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Queen Bath #2

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Queen Bath #3

Toilet · Shower only

Upper Level Half Bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Sherrills Ford

Located in Lake Norman of Catawba, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Memory Lane Museum and NC Auto Racing Hall of Fame are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include David A. Hunsucker Memorial Park and George Pappas' Victory Lanes. Travelling with kids? Consider North Main Park, or check out an event or a game at Lake Norman Tennis Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, waterskiing and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Sherrills Ford, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Norman - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Charlotte Motor Speedway - 53 min drive - 80.0 km
  • Bank of America Stadium - 53 min drive - 81.6 km
  • Spectrum Center - 54 min drive - 81.3 km
  • Charlotte Convention Center - 55 min drive - 82.7 km

Getting around

  • Concord, NC (USA-Concord Regional) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-Fil-A - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Waterside Bar & Grill - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Dairi-O - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Azalea Retreat – The Cottage | Pool | Pickleball pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Azalea Retreat – The Cottage | Pool | Pickleball?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Azalea Retreat – The Cottage | Pool | Pickleball?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Azalea Retreat – The Cottage | Pool | Pickleball?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Azalea Retreat – The Cottage | Pool | Pickleball located?

This family-friendly Lake Norman of Catawba holiday home is located on a lake, just steps away from Lake Norman and Catawba River. Sherrills Ford Optimist Park is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect! The house was gorgeous and the amenities were top tier. We had a such a great weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear the home and amenities lived up to expectations and that you had such a great weekend with us. It's exactly the kind of experience we hope to create for every guest. We'd love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place for families

We loved our stay! Perfect for families with children. Our kids loved playing in the yard and the beautiful view was just what we needed to relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place to Vacation

Great location, clean, pantry has all you need plus some. Could use some additional bakeware for oven cooking and dish towels, but was a great place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Thanks Joe, glad you all enjoyed the Cottage we will look into adding more bakeware.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun gathering spot

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Beautiful house, tons of room for family. Really fun time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Thank you! Glad you group had a fun time at the Cottage!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location

We had great weather. The pool, pickleball court, and fishing kept us all very busy.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic waterfront property

We all had a wonderful time staying at the cottage. * clean and comfortable home with stylish decor * stocked with everything we needed * beds were comfortable and linens were soft and smooth * beautiful views * fantastic pool
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Thanks Lori, we are glad you had a great time at the Cottage! Please keep Lakecations in mind for your next trip to Lake Norman!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome lake house

Great house for people who are active. Lots of fun things to do
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2023
So glad you had a great time at The Cottage! We hope you will be back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous house! Perfect for entertaining and enjoying time with family on the lake!

Such an easy decision to make to rent this beautiful house. So much to do for the family. We rented a pontoon and went out on the lake - it was gorgeous! Great trip
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Thank you Jaclyn! We are so happy you had such a great time at the house and enjoyed lake time on the pontoon. we hope you will be back to stay with Lakecations again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great property!

The house was amazing! We had a really great time. The location is out in the woods so be prepared to stay in. There is plenty to do on property though.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Thanks Julia, glad you had plenty to do at the house! Thanks and please come back to Lake Norman!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Couples getaway

Had the best time with 4 couples. Perfect set up for a group and fabulous house! New, spacious, everyone had their own bathroom but much more. Definitely will book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Extended Family Vacation

Easy rental process. Beautiful home, lovely fresh decor, well appointed, clean. Amazing property with spacious lawn for games, stunning lakeside pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great and clean property!

Great property for all ages. Property was clean and updated, looked just like the pictures (let me add we are a picky family). My favorite part was that each of the adult bedrooms had their own bathroom inside them. This property was beautiful, right on the lake, great view! Owner was great at communicating with us for our entire stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Thank you Latisha! Glad you had a great stay at Azalea Retreat-The Cottage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot!

This home is awesome. The views, especially at sunset and sunrise, are great!! We had a fire in the fire pit, swam in the pool (in October!) and used the kayaks on the dock for hours. The home is clean, well-appointed and build for groups while providing plenty of privacy. Will plan to rent here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Extraordinary property

My family and I have rented numerous vacation homes over the years but this one stands apart in its excellence. Excellent communication, extraordinarily clean, comfortable With a beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Thank you Patricia, we are so glad you enjoyed The Cottage. Please keep Lakecations in mind for your next trip to Lake Norman!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

9/10 Excellent!

House was beautiful and had enough space for a large group. The property manager was incredibly responsive and helpful. The pool was fantastic, but could have been cleaner at the start of our stay. The pickleball court was a great addition, we enjoyed a fun family tournament. We also appreciated the lake toys (kayaks/paddle board). We loved the residential area, it was so quiet and calm. All in all we had a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2025
Thanks, Laura! We're glad the house worked well for your group and that you enjoyed the pool, pickleball court, and lake toys—sounds like a fun and active getaway. We appreciate the note about the pool cleanliness at check-in and will make sure that’s addressed moving forward. Great to hear the quiet neighborhood added to your experience. We'd love to welcome you back for another great stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ahhh. Lake life

We had a wonderful family vacation on the lake. Having a boat to enjoy all there is to offer on the lake is crucial. The house was very accommodating, fully stocked, and in a gorgeous setting. Management was very responsive to our requests. We would love to be able to stay here again. Thank you to Lakecations, Inc.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

Took a small vacation after my son got married. Great space. Loved the pickleball court and other amenities. I wasn't aware we would need to share the pool until a few days before check in. That was a bit of a bummer but turns out the Lodge rental only overlapped ours by a few days.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2025
Hi Kathy! Thanks for the kind words. We’re so glad you enjoyed the space and amenities, especially the pickleball court! Apologies for the pool-sharing situation, but we’re happy it worked out in the end. We hope you had a restful time after your son’s wedding and would love to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend at the lake

We rented the cottage for a long weekend away from the city. The house was beautiful and well stocked. I LOVED that there were two refrigerators! The pool was clean and the guest from the home that we shared the pool with very very friendly and respectful of our small children. The view from the home was beautiful and we loved the location on the lake. We would stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Wonderful property

This is a wonderful property in a beautiful location. It had everything we needed, and we throughly enjoyed our stay. The only reason I can’t give it 5 stars is because the Wi-Fi/internet was extremely slow and inconsistent, making it virtually unusable. The satellite tv was excellent, so we weren’t cut off from the outside world. Overall, this was an amazing house and we’d love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

WOW!

Four retired couples that celebrate the New Year together every year in a different location. We've been doing this for years and this was the nicest house that we have ever rented. Everything, no EVERYTHING was outstanding. I highly recommend this facility to anyone looking for a 5 star vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2025
Thank you, Neil, for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that you and your friends had an amazing stay and that the house exceeded your expectations. We would love to welcome you all again next year for another fantastic celebration!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Azalea Cottage

Very pretty spot, good yard for kids to play, pool great, just need a pontoon boat and you're all set. It would be helpful to include in info that the cottage dock is around the side of the Azalea Lodge. We didn't realize that until Monday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Gayle we are glad you enjoyed the house and pool. We do mention the dock location in your arrival email and the house notebook, "The dock facing the lake to the left side is the Cottage Dock. If you need help finding the dock, please call!" We are sorry for your confusion.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Azalea-The Cottage

Absolutely loved everything about the house, grounds, pool and property! House was the perfect set up for our family. The pool was beautiful. We rented a pontoon boot which was delivered right to our dock. We boated to nearby restaurants for lunch and dinner. Everything was wonderful. Only suggestion we have is that lawn and pool maintenance be done on Saturday after checkout.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Thanks, Marcy! We are so glad you and your family had a great time. Unfortunately, our service companies do not work weekends. We do make guests aware they will be through properties during the week. We apologize for any inconvenience. We hope you will be back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect getaway

I can’t begin to express how much we enjoyed our time at the cottage. The house was so well stocked, above and beyond what is expected at a rental. It was clean and beautifully decorated. We loved our time with the lake toys and the pool was beautiful and perfect for everyone. The toddlers loved sitting and splashing. The grounds and property are just beautiful. The property managers were helpful and responsive from the moment we booked the property through our stay and checking out. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2023
Thank you Kirsten! We are super excited you all had a great time at the Cottage! We would love to host your group again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

The cottage at Azalea Retreat

Perfect lake house with 2 kids bunk rooms. Part of our group was only there 21/2 days so plenty of room! I do wish I had known ahead of time that the pool was not attached to the cottage but was shared with the larger lodge from next door. Also I highly recommend booking their pontoon boat as it is moored at the dock belonging to the lodge. Since we booked it for the cottage, we were able to use the closer more conveniemt dock. Property manager Morgan very responsive👍
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great experience

Love the property, it was a beautiful view of the lake from every point of the home plenty of space for family very homey! I did not like that there was a noise monitor in the home although we weren’t extremely loud to caused disturbances to our neighbors it did prohibit us from being able to fully enjoy the stay especially with there being children present! Over all I loved the property probably wouldn’t stay again though because of the noise monitoring!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
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