Main lake view, private beach and dock at Lake Gaston

Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

About this house rental

Located at the beginning of a cove with a sandy beach, Willie's Retreat (formerly Sandy Shores) offers an outstanding main lake view. Renamed after the recent loss of our beloved mother who so loved this home! This renovated home (June 2016) offers two levels, a patio, deck, and dock. Main level has an open floor plan with kitchen, dining area and great room with a 55" smart TV. There are 3 bedrooms, and 2.5 baths. All three bedrooms face the lake and access the new deck. Please see the end of this for a few items that have since this posting need to be addressed. The living area has an L-shaped couch, a brand new (2018) queen sleeper sofa, and two chairs with a small table. There is also a coffee bar with a keurig, and filtered coffee maker. The lower level has an open room with an A.M. kitchen (sink, refrigerator, microwave) and a breakfast bar with stools. There is a sitting room with a 55" TV, pool table, half bath and day bed with trundle. We also have a single blow up mattress available for your use. You can access the lake, deck and dock from this first floor. Part of the shoreline has a natural sandy beach for everyone to access the water. You may use the dock and slip. The master bedroom has a King bed and a single pull out sleeper/chair, and the other two bedrooms have Queen beds. High speed internet (well, as high as you can get in this area). No Smoking and some pets. Ask first. The TVs have Hulu live and Netflix. The dock has a boat lift (6,000 lb capacity) and a jet ski lift which can be used at your own risk. There are three smaller kayaks for use as well. I have been asked often about the dock and the depth of the lake. We are in a cove. The depth off our dock is over 6 feet and quickly goes deeper. You can dive and jump off the dock, but not off the boathouse. We have a boat lift, but a Pontoon boat will not fit in the lift area although it can be tied up to the dock. Fishing off our dock is decent - smaller trout and bass, some larger cat fish. One of our renters just told us that they caught enough bass for dinner! You will often see fishermen come into the cove to fish. We are also asked often about a boat ramp. We have an accessible boat ramp in the neighborhood which is about a mile from our house. This boat ramp is for our neighborhood only, (yes, you can use it since you are staying in our neighborhood!) We sit on a little more than an acre, with perfect space to tuck your trailer away for the weekend or week. The yard (landscape) is still under work - we did have the path completed all the way to the water and dock; however, due to constant water washing everything away, we are redoing the walkway with cement. Part of it still has to be completed, however, we need time when renters are not here to complete that. Check out is 10:00 if this listing doesn't update

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly

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Reasons to book

People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for pets

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Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(106 Reviews)
5.0
Jan 2024
The House was perfect. It was exactly how it was listed. The owner was extremely easy to communicate with. I wouldn’t change a thing. We will be coming back,
5.0
Dec 2023
Very well stocked and thought out rental. We were very comfortable, the rules were laid out in very specific detail as to not have any questions which I appreciate. Every room has a view and my favorite spot was the living room with all the curtains open at sunrise.
5.0
Nov 2023
Great rental and would book it again
5.0
Sep 2023
The description and reviews of this property were exactly as stated. The house was exceptionally clean, well stocked and great for a family gathering. Several of us "lived" on the dock, fishing everyday, catching some large bluegill, catfish and white bass. This was exactly what we were looking for. Thank you to Emily for making this available.
5.0
Aug 2023
Fantastic
5.0
Jul 2023
Our stay at Willies Retreat was awesome. We loved the view of the lake from every room in the home. The living area was open and spacious. The kitchen had everything we needed. The weather was so nice we spent most of it time boating, jet skiing and swimming. The use of the boat lift really helped to make our vacation stress free. Our family also enjoyed the kayaks. This was one of the most beautiful vacations we have been on. We will come back again.
5.0
Jul 2023
My family and I had a wonderful stay at this property. The location was amazing, the property owner was so kind and generous! We had everything we needed for a relaxing week on the lake. The house was beautiful and so spacious with amenities galore! We cooked every night and enjoyed coffee every morning on the dock with a gorgeous view! The pool table and gaming console were a hit for the family, my son even hooked a 3 ft. Gar from the dock! (It chewed through the line but we got it on video) The beds were amazingly comfortable since sleep was something we really needed it was greatly appreciated! Thank you Emily for a wonderful lake vacation we hope to be back again soon!
5.0
May 2023
The home is private and well maintained. Also well furnished. We had everything we needed while there for the weekend. The cove is just off main lake which made access to the lake easy while still being away from the busier areas. The fire pit was awesome at night with great lake views. We had great weather but this house has games and activities available if the weather keeps you inside. Very good overall experience.

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Lake Gaston?

The average price for a rental in Lake Gaston is $601 per night. This rental is $157 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Main lake view, private beach and dock at Lake Gaston. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Main lake view, private beach and dock at Lake Gaston pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Main lake view, private beach and dock at Lake Gaston?

We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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