You'll find a kayak on site at this pet-friendly cottage. Thanks to the convenient onsite parking, you can either leave your vehicle behind and let your feet make short work of the 6-minute walk to Lake Norman, or easily tackle the quick 5-minute drive to Catawba River.

Relax by the outdoor pool or sip a drink on the patio of this cottage, which also features a firepit and a BBQ grill. For a change of scenery, come inside and try your hand at table tennis and billiards, or enjoy the free WiFi and TV.

This 5-bedroom, 4-bathroom rental features a living room, air conditioning, and a ceiling fan. Prepare a home-cooked meal in the kitchen, complete with an oven, a stovetop, and a refrigerator, as well as an ice maker, a microwave, and cookware. And you won't have to pack extra clothes, because you'll also have a washer/dryer.