Main lake view, private beach and dock at Lake Gaston
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
Map of Lake Gaston, NC
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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
$$$$
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(106 Reviews)
5.0
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
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
Great rental and would book it again
5.0
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
Fantastic
5.0
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
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
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.
5.0
Amazing home & property! Loved our entire week! Will definitely do it again!!!
5.0
Great location for a nice getaway. The house was very clean, updated and fully stocked. Our family enjoyed our stay.
5.0
The view from the house, the deck and the boathouse is beautiful...you'll want to stay there and never leave. We had a wonderful time fishing, kayaking, playing pool, eating a lot, and being with family. This is a great location! The neighborhood is beautiful, the house is great, the amenities are what you'd hope for and then some. Highly recommend...and the owner is awesome to work with.
5.0
Very homey and comfortable, fully stocked and clean, lots of things to do, kayaking, fishing, pool table shuffle board, ping pong, corn hole, games, and more
5.0
This was our favorite stay so far in a vacation rental. The views and property were amazing. We visited in December looking for family time and quiet. We did puzzles, made meals, enjoyed the view hung out on the dock and had a campfire. It was exactly what we were looking for. We hope to do it again soon!
5.0
Enjoyed the very minute of our stay, place is beautiful and the host is a sweetheart!
5.0
Enjoyed our stay for our first visit to Lake Gaston. Clean, well stocked and labeled house. Comfortable bed with lake view. Quiet neighborhood.
5.0
The house was Absolutely Beautiful on the inside.
Everything was so clean and organized and the beds were super comfortable.
We saw alot of deer on the property in the early morning hours and meet the neighbor who was very friendly. We also caught a glimpse of the Albino Deer at the Frisbee Golf Park down the street.
We took the home owners advice and tried a few of the local spots for dinners.
Watersview Restaurant was our Favorite.
The Asian Wings there are Amazing.
We also checked out the Crytozoology Museum which was very small but interesting and the Sylvan Heights Bird Park. The Bird Park was an hour away but worth the visit.
We also Rented a Pontoon Boat from Stonehouse Timber Lodge for a reasonable price of $320.00 for the day from 9:00-5:00.
It was a very good deal and all the Pontoon Boats were the new 2021 models.
My family and I will definitely be visiting again soon.
5.0
Enjoyed our stay for our first visit to Lake Gaston. Clean, well stocked and labeled house. Comfortable bed with lake view. Quiet neighborhood.
5.0
We couldnt have wanted for anything in this home. Everything you need and more is provided for you. Beautifully decorated and upgraded. Great place for family and friends or just two. Emily was wo derful to work with as a host. Would rent again
5.0
This property had gorgeous views! You could see the lake from every bedroom in the house! They had a full kitchen and plenty of places to sit and relax both inside and outside. The owners were very kind and communicated well! We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
We stayed here with our kids, grandkids and parents. It is a beautiful house, fantastic wooded neighborhood and the lake is stunning. Very well supplied with everything you could need. We will be returning.
4.0
This is a beautiful home that has been decorated beautifully inside, and the linens are of great quality! Beds were comfortable, and there were many options for sleeping accommodations! The house was well stocked. The owners were great at communicating! However, the grass had not been cut for one month (according to the owner) and it was very "snakey" ! We were afraid someone was going to step on a snake in the evening, since it is a heavily wooded area. The outside of the house needs the same attention as the inside has recently received. We were invited to use the ping pong table in the garage, but it looked like a bomb had gone off in there; and it was full of spider webs and dirt. I'm sure with guests using it all summer, and the owners not visiting in awhile, this was to be expected. The price was great.... so we are happy with our stay!
5.0
We’ve rented this property for 2 years in a row now. The house comfortably fits our family of 11. The neighbors are amazing and super kind! We enjoy spending time with them as well. Communication with the owners is always a breeze. We enjoyed using the kayaks and fishing from the dock. More than likely we will rent it again! Thanks for the stay!
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was beautiful, very well stocked and very clean. They boat dock was nice and deep. The owners were nice and very helpful if you had a question. We would love to stay there again! Lots of beautiful deer in the neighborhood!
5.0
What a wonderful home in a perfect location for a relaxing family getaway. Pictures don’t do this place justice. Floor plan is perfect for families and so accommodating. Plenty to keep the kids busy. Wish we could have stayed longer. Would recommend to anyone wanting to enjoy the Lake Life. Will definitely consider staying again.
5.0
...and more than you need.
Loved this place.
5.0
The house was beautiful and very spacious! It was also well stocked with everything that we needed and more! We had a fantastic time, so I will book again. Thank you
5.0
This home is beautiful, very well stocked and has an amazing view of the lake from every room of the house. We enjoyed swimming by the dock and taking our boat out during the day. At night we enjoyed reading, a movie or a game of pool downstairs. There was plenty of room for our family of 5 to spread out. Leslie was very responsive to questions. We enjoyed our stay so much! Highly recommend!
5.0
Great location for jet skiing, tubing, etc!
We enjoyed our stay at Willie’s Retreat! The house is clean, nicely decorated, well equipped, and provided many kitchen essentials (spices, oils, bags, etc). We enjoyed jet skiing and swimming during the day, and playing pool and sitting around the fire pit at night. The local albino deer visits the property regularly which was an added bonus!! The sunsets were absolutely stunning. The owner was quick to answer questions before our stay. The 4 vs 5 stars for cleanliness is only because the patio furniture was dirty and in disarray when we arrived, but the inside of the house was spotless. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
For our first stay on Lake Gaston we were so fortunate to select this home. The setting was serene. The house layout was ideal. The furnishings were very comfortable and it was stocked with everything we could have wanted. We could begin each day making coffee in the kitchen, strolling through the great room, stepping out onto the grand porch, and wandering down the path to a rocking chair on the dock without ever take our eye off the lake. It was superb.
5.0
A truly delightful place
For our first stay on Lake Gaston we were so fortunate to select this home. The setting was serene. The house layout was ideal. The furnishings were very comfortable and it was stocked with everything we could have wanted. We could begin each day making coffee in the kitchen, strolling through the great room, stepping out onto the grand porch, and wandering down the path to a rocking chair on the dock without ever take our eye off the lake. It was superb.
5.0
Great!
We came for just a weekend but wished we could stay. The place had everything we could need and more. Beautifully decorated! Waymore than the two of us needed. Hoping to bring family with us next time.
5.0
We had a great time! The house was perfect for our needs! Thank you
5.0
Great time!
We had a great time! The house was perfect for our needs! Thank you
5.0
awesome house and great location
The house was spacious and clean . Fully stocked with every thing you would need and then some .
Just a great experience and would book it again .
5.0
This home was absolutely perfect for our family vacation with our children and grandchildren. It was our first time to Lake Gaston and we fell in love with the area and the gorgeous views. The little beach area was perfect for the kids to play in the water and the dock was perfect for tying up the pontoon boat we rented and giving everyone a place to fish. We caught quite a few fish, including a nice bass, right there. The firepit on the patio was perfect for the adults to sit with a glass of wine after bedtime but still be nearby. We will definitely be coming back next year. Thank you for being such a great host and sharing your home with us!
5.0
Hidden gem
Wonderful location on the lake. Spacious and open floor plan, amazing view of the big lake. Neighbors were very kind. We would recommend this wonderful home to everyone!
5.0
The Perfect Family Getaway
This home was absolutely perfect for our family vacation with our children and grandchildren. It was our first time to Lake Gaston and we fell in love with the area and the gorgeous views. The little beach area was perfect for the kids to play in the water and the dock was perfect for tying up the pontoon boat we rented and giving everyone a place to fish. We caught quite a few fish, including a nice bass, right there. The firepit on the patio was perfect for the adults to sit with a glass of wine after bedtime but still be nearby. We will definitely be coming back next year. Thank you for being such a great host and sharing your home with us!
5.0
Fantastic getaway!
This was a great property! We were 2 families with kids. The beach was great, kayaking was fun, and we were even able to catch some great fish. Lots of outdoor space, and space in the basement for play. Property was clean, and impressively stocked. Owner was so kind and great to work with. We hope to stay again!
5.0
Such a nice property, really enjoyed our time, might have to come back with some friends next summer!
5.0
Wonderful!
Such a nice property, really enjoyed our time, might have to come back with some friends next summer!
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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