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Enjoy Lake Waccamaw in a cozy cottage just steps from the water!

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Shady view of the lake steps away from Cottage.
Property grounds
Screened in porch faces the lake

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lake Waccamaw, NC
  • Place, Lake Waccamaw
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Fear River
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Holden Beach
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enjoy Lake Waccamaw in a cozy cottage just steps from the water!

Escape the noise, traffic, and stress of everyday life and discover the peaceful beauty of Lake Waccamaw. Nestled along the shoreline of one of North Carolina’s most treasured natural lakes, this charming lakeside cottage is the perfect place to slow down, reconnect, and relax. Ideal for families, couples, or a small group of friends, the cottage blends nostalgic lake-house charm with modern comfort for an unforgettable getaway.

Known as the largest natural lake between Maine and Florida, Lake Waccamaw is cherished for its calm waters, abundant wildlife, and laid-back atmosphere. Mornings begin with birdsong and sparkling lake views, while evenings end with colorful sunsets, stargazing, and the peaceful sounds of nature. It is the kind of place where time slows down and simple moments become lasting memories.

The cottage comfortably features three bedrooms, one full bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, dining area, cozy living spaces, and a washer and dryer for convenience during your stay. Whether you are preparing breakfast before a day on the lake or gathering together after sunset, the home is designed for easy, relaxed living.

Outside is where the magic truly begins. Enjoy your morning coffee on the private pier, spend afternoons swimming or floating in the shallow sandy-bottom water, and unwind in the evenings watching the sky reflect across the lake. The dock includes both covered and open areas for sunbathing, reading, fishing, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. The grassy yard and sandy shoreline make it especially perfect for families with children.

Nature lovers will feel right at home here. During your stay, you may spot herons, osprey, ducks, turtles, bald eagles, and other wildlife throughout the day. At night, enjoy fireflies dancing across the yard and quiet evenings under the stars.

Conveniently located about 35 minutes from I-95, the cottage is also within driving distance of Wilmington, Southport, and Myrtle Beach, making it easy to enjoy nearby coastal attractions while still returning to the quiet beauty of the lake.

This cottage is meant for relaxing, reconnecting, and enjoying the slower pace of lake life. Whether you spend your days boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, or simply sitting on the porch with a good book, Lake Waccamaw offers a special kind of peace that keeps guests coming back year after year.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights and lock the doors

Please start a load of only towels. Do not overload the washing machine.

Please take out trash. Blue can is for recycles, gray is for regular trash.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Only guests who are staying at the Cottage are expected. Any others are considered an “Event”.

Parking for 3 vehicles is in the driveway to the right of the Cottage facing the lake. Contact the owners about parking boats or trailers.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 998442vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lake Waccamaw

Located in Lake Waccamaw, this cottage is on the waterfront. Lake Waccamaw Depot Museum is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Wannanish Game Land and Lake Waccamaw State Park. Looking to get your feet wet? Kayaking, power boating and fishing adventures can be found near the property.
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Lake Waccamaw, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Waccamaw - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Cape Fear River - 30 min drive - 46.1 km
  • Magnolia Greens Golf Plantation - 47 min drive - 65.2 km
  • White Lake Water Park - 50 min drive - 79.5 km
  • Holden Beach - 57 min drive - 87.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dale's Seafood - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peanuts Sandwich Shop - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪China Garden - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Juan Mariscos & Grill - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy Lake Waccamaw in a cozy cottage steps from the lake. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Enjoy Lake Waccamaw in a cozy cottage just steps from the water!?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enjoy Lake Waccamaw in a cozy cottage just steps from the water! on 3 Nov 2026 start from £162, 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 at Enjoy Lake Waccamaw in a cozy cottage steps from the lake.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy Lake Waccamaw in a cozy cottage steps from the lake.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy Lake Waccamaw in a cozy cottage steps from the lake.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy Lake Waccamaw in a cozy cottage steps from the lake. located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Waccamaw, Rube Mc Cray Memorial Library and Lake Waccamaw Depot Museum. Wannanish Game Land and Lake Waccamaw State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 103 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 103 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host are wonderful, they accommodated us when I originally scheduled the wrong date.Very clean and it made our stay so much better than a hotel room. We were in town for our daughters bball tournament and with a smaller sibling it was way more enjoyable…
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, great host. Perfect for a quite getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Great Stay

Lovely cottage, great host, wonderful lake
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
We welcome the Brandts anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

SUSANNE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved out stay at the cottage. Thank you for sharing you home with us. We had such a relaxing week and loved exploring the lake . Slept so well never got to see a sunrise but the sunsets were amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kara m.

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

Lovely cozy cottage

Loved our stay here. Perfect for a family. Comfortable beds, fully equipped kitchen and very clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint peaceful location on the lake. Clean, cozy cottage. We didn’t cook any meals during our stay but ate conveniently at the kitchen bar. Plenty of hot water in the shower. Ample supplies on site. Appreciated use of the kayaks. Nice screened in porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

angela d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good time. House was homey. Great getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

micki a.

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

Enjoyable

Wonderful
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy E.

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

Great Get Away

This spot is totally relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Radim S.

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

Lake stay

This is very nice older house. It was cool to see all older stuff inside. Very clean and well equipped. Absolutely beautiful view and definitely recommend !
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan O.

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

Cozy lake house

Lovely little place. Easy access to lake and canal across the road to fish and view gators.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

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

Weekend getaway

Gail and Bob have a wonderful house. The amenities were perfect. The house was clean and right on the water. Perfect getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry and Tracy S.

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

Very nice vacation

Wonderful
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Oct 2023
Larry and Tracy are welcome at the Cottage anytime. They were perfect guests.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Weekend like get away

We really enjoyed our time at the house, and will definitely look to return sometime in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Mar 2023
Laura’s group is welcome anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

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

Perfect quiet getaway

Had a great weekend. Enjoyed the peaceful water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tina a.

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

Peaceful stay

Beautiful location on the lake. Cottage was cute and comfortable. Loved the screened porch! Gail and Bob you were great hosts. Thank you so much for sharing a little piece of your paradise with us. Tina and Len
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith P.

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

Great location

We loved our 2-day stay even though the 2nd day was rainy. We came from lots of snow so it was great. Clean and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Holly M.

Lovely, clean home! Perfect cozy home for our stay. Coffee cake was waiting for us upon arrival!

We will come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
We'll look forward to having you come back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

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

Lake front beach

This house was the perfect location. Close to boat ramp and shopping. The beach area at the water was the perfect spot to relax. Host was very nice and was always available for questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renae M.

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

Relaxing

We so enjoy the lake and the beach area. Bob and Gail are such a nice couple and very helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua R.

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

Lake

The home was very clean and relaxing. Bob and Gail were great and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom G.

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

Lovely lake getaway

This adorable lakefront home was perfect for our visit for a nearby wedding. The porch and lake setting were relaxing, and the house was well equipped and nicely decorated. Our hosts were accessible, but not ovetlt present. They added to the stay with friendly help. We'll come back again!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jami H.

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

Wonderful

Perfect cottage on the lake! Gail and Bob are wonderful host
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin F.

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

March fishing trip

Other than the weather, which we can’t control, the trip gave my husband lots of fishing time and me lots of reading time
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine s.

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

We really enjoyed our stay

This is the second time we have stayed here. It was as nice as it was the 1st time. The owners are extremely friendly and helpful. We will stay here again on our next trip. Thank you, Cathy & Jimmy
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bob & Gail Crutchfield

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We have loved Lake Waccamaw all of our lives. As children we traveled with our families and friends to swim, fish, and just enjoy. As a young married couple we bought our first place at the lake. In 1984 we bought the home we live in now as a "get away". Finally, in 2002 we moved here permanently. We have owned "the COTTAGE" since 2001 and have rented it since then. We're excited about meeting our vacationers and look forward to each new experience. We're available if you need us and happy to give you all the privacy you want.

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English

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