You'll find a kayak on site at this family-friendly cottage. Lake Norman is an easy 14-minute walk away, so you can leave your car at the property, which offers onsite parking, or jump in your vehicle to make short work of the 4-minute drive to Lake Norman State Park.

Relax on the patio or sip a drink by the firepit of this cottage. As for the great indoors, you can try your hand at table tennis, or enjoy the free WiFi and TV.

As you settle into this 6-bedroom, 1-bathroom rental, you'll find a living room, a BBQ grill, air conditioning, and a ceiling fan. The kitchen is equipped with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as an ice maker, a microwave, and cookware. And there's a washer/dryer, so you can even pack a bit lighter.