Lake Overlook Retreat - 5 acre nature preserve near the Eno River, UNC & Duke

Top rated by guests
Swimming is a dream in the warmer months. For safety, no diving allowed.
Dining area with wood burning fireplace and sliding glass doors to large deck.
Well-stocked Kitchen has recently updated dishwasher, stove with convection oven
Fully stocked kitchen including blender, crock pot, food processor, pots & pans.
Cabinets and drawers are labeled and well-stocked with everything needed to cook
review stars
10Outstanding
(52 Ratings)
"Perfect get away! Wondeeful hosts! The home is just as advertised, so lovely and comfortable. The hosts have thought of everything that you could need and more! The beds are comfortable. Sitting on th..."
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10 / 10
Outstanding(52 Ratings)

House in North Carolina

5 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this house rental

New in 2025: En suite and secondary bedroom both have room darkening curtains.

Escape the intensity of the world with your own private paradise — an oasis in the middle of the Triangle!

Imagine strolling down to the waterside after dinner to watch the sunset over the lake, enjoying a glass of wine on your own private dock. Or taking a quick swim in the morning for exercise. Powered boats aren’t allowed so there’s no motor noise to upset your fishing or just laying back with some tea and a good book.

Later check out (11:30am), cleaning, and guest fees are included. No long list of check-out chores, we only ask you run the dishwasher and throw away your trash. We handle the rest!

This 1824 square foot lakefront chalet is situated on ~5 acres and is only 30 minutes from RDU airport, 15 minutes from Duke, and 20 minutes from UNC. The lake is great for fishing and we provide fishing poles and equipment. There are also kayaks and a canoe for paddling.

Amenities: We take stocking the house seriously and provide more amenities than we have personally experienced at a vacation rental. Our list includes abundant tissues, napkins, paper towels, TP, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, rinse aid, trash bags, hypoallergenic hand soap, shampoo, and conditioner. No “starter packs!” Forget your toothbrush? Check the drawer in the hall bath, we likely got you covered.

Deck and Outdoor Cooking: The 20' x 15' deck with sliding glass doors into the great room features a six-burner propane grill with a side burner and all of the tools for your outdoor cooking endeavors. Extra propane is stocked in the carport. We also have outdoor couches and a propane heater for comfort in cold weather.

Kitchen: We stock the kitchen with everything you need to cook, including a wide variety of pots and pans, crock pot, ninja blender, baking sheets, toaster oven, cooking utensils, oils, basic seasonings, honey, tea, sugar, coffee beans, and a grinder. Abundant glassware options, plastic cups, plates, bowls for the kids, ziplock baggies, parchment, foil, and plastic wrap are also provided. Wooden table with expandable leafs works great as a kitchen island or as an extra dining space.

Great Room: Vaulted ceilings, 90 Series 65" 4K Smart UHD NanoCell TV, oversized couch and loveseat, fainting couch with reading lamp and Qi charger, nesting side tables, behind-the-couch table with plug and 3 bar stools, glass top wrought iron dining table with 4 chairs, additional wooden chairs.

En Suite Bedroom: Features a Layla copper-infused king bed, Samsung 55" TV and Soundbar, plush rocking chair, full-length mirror, two dressers, nightstands with lamps, oversized walk-in closet, and French doors opening to a private deck with a treehouse feel and lake views.

En Suite Bath: radiant floor heating, Toto Washlet Bidet, dual vanity with recessed sinks, salt lamp night light, lake view, and a 3-way rainfall shower-head.

Secondary Bedroom: Queen size thermapedic memory foam mattress, wrought iron head and footboard, lush oversized reading chair with an ottoman, walk-in closet with ample hangers and a luggage rack.

Office / Third Bedroom: This multifunctional space offers a full-sized futon that serves as a comfortable couch for lounging and can be easily converted into a bed with a memory foam topper for additional sleeping arrangements. The room is equipped with a mesh office chair and a spacious work area that overlooks the serene woods, creating an ideal environment for work or study. Basic office supplies and an all-in-one laser printer are provided for your convenience. For entertainment, there's a large flat-screen TV with Roku that can be connected via HDMI to any video game console, device, or function as a second monitor for your work needs.

Lake Overlook: A 7.5-acre nature preserve suitable for swimming, fishing, and paddling. We provide Turkish towels, pool noodles, body boards, portable coolers, camp chairs, a canoe, and 2 sit-on-top kayaks.

Amenities

Non-smoking
Pets allowed

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Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(52 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·May 2026
Perfect get away! Wondeeful hosts! The home is just as advertised, so lovely and comfortable. The hosts have thought of everything that you could need and more! The beds are comfortable. Sitting on the deck is pure relaxation! Feels like you're miles from anything, yet many things are just minutes away. We should have skipped packing food. Walmart delivery arrived in just 30 minutes! The only downside, you'll be sad to leave the master bathroom behind. Haha! Thanks for sharing a wonderful secluded gem. We loved it!
10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
Lake view was great! It a quiet and pretty secluded area, beautiful home! hope to return again!
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
This was our second time at this house, it's great. They have lots of extras provided and it wasn't too hard to babyproof. Great communication. Would stay again if going to the area.
6 / 10Average·Oct 2022
I love this cottage style home!! The stay was geat.Until after the host accused me and my party of stealing body wash and smoking inside the property.Also stated we left it in a messy state. (But we cleaned it) If you stay here take pictures and videos like we did so you won’t have such a hassle.Also it’s only 2bathrooms not 3!

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FAQs

Is parking included with this house?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Lake Overlook Retreat - 5 acre nature preserve near the Eno River, UNC & Duke. 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 Lake Overlook Retreat - 5 acre nature preserve near the Eno River, UNC & Duke 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 Lake Overlook Retreat - 5 acre nature preserve near the Eno River, UNC & Duke?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and pets allowed.


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