A short distance from water skiing, boat tours, and more, this pet-friendly vacation home lets you experience it all. Thanks to the convenient onsite parking, you can either leave your vehicle behind and enjoy a short 5-minute walk to Lake Norman, or easily tackle the quick 3-minute drive to Mountain Creek Park.

Relax by the seasonal outdoor pool or sip a drink in the outdoor entertainment area of this vacation home, which also features a picnic area and a firepit. As for the great indoors, you can come inside and enjoy the free WiFi.

This 3-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom rental features a living room, a gas grill, firewood, and concierge services. No need to pay for a restaurant every night, when you've got an oven and a toaster on hand. And you won't have to pack extra clothes, because you'll also have access to laundry facilities.