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"Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks

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Large, private backyard with fireplace and plenty of seating.
Enjoy the cove which you will often have all to yourself.
Dining
A wall of windows to view the lake, trees, and stars at night.
Enjoy the firepit with string lights and gorgeous views of the lake!
Reviews
10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
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  • Washer
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  • Pet-friendly
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Kitchen
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  • Air conditioning
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Roxboro, NC
  • Popular LocationMayo Lake9 min walk
  • Popular LocationRoxboro Motorsports Park25 min drive
  • Popular LocationHyco Lake29 min drive
  • AirportRaleigh, NC (RDU-Raleigh - Durham Intl.)71 min drive

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Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 (Loft Bedroom)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 (Main Floor)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 (Downstairs)

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 (Loft)

Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2 (Main Floor)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3 (Downstairs)

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

"Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks

*Dogs only allowed with approval from owner. Scroll to bottom to read more.*

🛶This is the perfect spot to get away from it all. Our home is peaceful, quiet, and has plenty of distance from any neighbors. In fact, there's a good chance you won't even see anyone around the home or on the lake. Our home is on a very quiet cove and Mayo Lake itself has little to no boat traffic, even in the summer.

We are only 15 minutes from Hyco Lake, and Mayo Lake has a much more private feel than Hyco Lake.

🦅This beautiful home has lots of windows and incredible views of the lake. The floor plan is open and you will be greeted with beautiful pine floors as you enter. The views are amazing! In our cove there are often Snowy White Egrets, Blue Herons, jumping fish, turtles, and sometimes Bald Eagles and Beavers. The fishing on our dock is fantastic. You can catch Crappie and Bass. The night sky is incredible and you'll love looking for shooting stars at night.

🚣‍♂️Our home comes with 3 paddleboards and 2 kayaks for your use. We also have several different sizes of life jackets. Our cove is an absolutely beautiful place to explore by paddleboard or kayak. (And by the way, if you haven't tried paddleboarding, it is incredibly fun! You can stand, sit, or kneel. You feel like you are on top of the water!)

😎Our dock is the perfect place to lay in the sun and enjoy the serene beauty or jump in the lake and go for a swim. We keep several noodles and floaties at the house with an electric pump. There is a ladder that makes it easy to get in and out of the lake. There is room to tie up your boat and/or jet skis. The marina is only 5 minutes away (by boat or car)!

🍔There is a large deck in the back of the house overlooking the lake with a large table and 8 chairs. There is also a propane grill for cooking out.

🔥The backyard has a fire pit to roast your hotdogs and marshmallows or you can just enjoy the fire with the gorgeous lake as a backdrop. We try to keep plenty of firewood at the home for our guests.

The home has 3 floors:

Loft Level - King Bed, closet, and bathroom with a large jetted tub. This bedroom is open and has incredibly gorgeous lake views. This bedroom has a desk with incredible views of the lake while you work. The natural light that floods in through the window is perfect for getting work done.

Main Floor - This floor has a large, open spacious kitchen and living room with a wall full of windows to view the lake. The windows are so high that you can even view the stars at night from the inside. The dining table can seat 6 - 8 people. The kitchen has a small, yet cozy electric fireplace. The bedroom on this floor has a King Bed and a flat screen smart TV. There is a full bathroom on the main floor, right across the hall from the bedroom. The kitchen has everything you need to cook delicious meals with plenty of counter space. There is also a laundry room on this floor and a supply of beach towels.

Downstairs - This is the room for family gatherings and fun! It has a large flat screen smart TV. After a long day at the lake, you'll love watching movies on the new leather, reclining couches. There is also a ping pong table in this room. The bedroom on this level has two queen beds, and there is a large full bath on this level as well.


To learn about all you can do in Roxboro, check out the link below.
http://bit.ly/visitroxboro. This is my website, where I have written extensively about things to do in the Roxboro area. We have wonderful restaurants, breweries, vineyards, and fun things to do. (I provide all this info at the house as well).

To make vacationing easier with little ones, the home has a pack & play, a high chair, a baby gate, and a booster seat for eating.

Within minutes you can be dining at one of the amazing restaurants in the area. Brookland Eats is a family favorite with fresh fish, hamburgers, BBQ, and awesome desserts. American Hero has great Philly Cheese-Steak and Fries, and Clarksville Station Steak House or Old Country Club Steak House is great for the perfect steak. Smokey Dave's BBQ is a must-stop for some awesome BBQ.


If you decide to leave your lake-side paradise, Mayo Lake Park (5 minutes away) has beautiful walking trails, bands, movies, and playgrounds. Virginia International Raceway (VIR) is only 30 minutes away, as is Orange County Speedway and South Boston Motor Speedway. Roxboro and South Boston also have great antique shops.

If you're looking to just stay one night, message me, and I'll work it out if possible.

The only internet available in the area is DSL. It can be slow at times, but we have always been able to work remotely, video conference, make phone calls, and stream movies. We cannot make any guarantees about the internet speed at the time of your stay.

We have compiled extensive information about things to do in the area. We will send it to you once your booking is complete. All of this information is also in a binder at the home.

Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns about your stay! We hope you are looking forward to having a relaxing and peaceful vacation.

*To keep our house immaculate for our guests, only dogs under 45 pounds will be considered that are house-trained, non-chewing, low-shedding, or non-shedding. You MUST have approval from us beforehand. Message us with details before you book.

Property manager

Kristen
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Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Contact us first. Low shedding. House trained.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Roxboro

Located in Roxboro, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Person County Museum and Kirby Cultural Arts Complex are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Roxboro Country Club and Rock of Ages Winery. Travelling with kids? Consider Dan River Soapworks, or check out an event or a game at Virginia International Raceway. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Roxboro, NC

What's nearby

  • Mayo Lake - 9 min walk
  • Roxboro Lake - 19 min drive
  • Roxboro Motorsports Park - 25 min drive
  • Hyco Lake - 29 min drive
  • Virginia International Raceway - 44 min drive

Getting around

  • Danville, VA (DAN-Danville Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Golden Grill Asian Bistro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Smokey Dave's BBQ - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Torero's Mexican Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks located?

This family-friendly Roxboro holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Mayo Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Roxboro Country Club and Person County Museum. Roxboro Lake and Kirby Cultural Arts Complex are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxation with a view!
Lots of ways to relax here. Kayaks provided which my husband and daughter used multiple times. Awesome firepit area. Nice hammock to relax in. Very comfortable beds. Everything you need is provided. Mayo State Park is close by too. We went canoeing there and swimming. Local restaurants with great food. Friendly people.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Favorite Vacation Spot
This was our second vacation at "Cottage on the Cove" and it was just as wonderful as the first time. The house is located in a quiet private cove and is fully stocked (inside and out) with everything and anything you could possibly need (towels, TP, spices, coffee, games, etc.). The house is beautifully decorated and the beds are the most comfortable I've ever slept in. The firepit area is located in the shaded backyard and made for a great place to sit during the day (when we weren't on the water). The lake itself has great fishing and swimming and we spent most days/evenings enjoying both. Communication with the owner was very easy and you can tell they take pride in their home and making a great experience for their guests. We will definitely be back and are already looking forward to our next stay,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Magical place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So much fun
Did a guys fishing trip and had a blast. Amazing house and views. So much fun
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful weekend
Relaxing by the lake or on the beautiful deck. Just the best. The home is perfect. It has everything you need for a great time, right down to wood for the fire pit. Owners easy to contact and really seem to want you to have a great time. Already trying to plan our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing and family friendly!
Great home with all the amenities you could ever need at a lake. Furnished very well and clean! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rani W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Morning Coffee and Beautiful Birdsong
Our family had an amazing time at this beautiful and well appointed property. Our teenagers unplugged and enjoyed every minute we were there. They are already asking to go back. My husband enjoyed the hammock and I loved having my coffee each morning in this beautiful and private setting. The birdsong was amazing. Thank you to our wonderful hosts! We felt so welcomed and dream of returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

R. M. D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful time!
This hiuse provides R and R to the max! Wonderful family spring break!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valery R., Miami

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
spectacular!
the property is absolutely wonderful, it is very well equipped in every way - had a great time doing things nearby! honestly the attention to detail from the owner is top notch, i will be staying here again because it is totally worth it! my recommendation: book it, you won’t regret it! kristen was very responsive, even though we had a couple of things not working (not a huge dea), i still give 5 stars! :)
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
10 out of 10 would recommend
Had a fantastic time on a Christmas trip at this property. The view and amenities of this property were top tier with paddle boards and kayaks. Spent Christmas day on the lake paddle boarding. However, the best thing about this property is how clean it is and how responsive the host is. I would recommend this property to everyone. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas gathering
House was nice and clean, liked that everyone had their own bedroom and bathroom, we had all the things needed to cook and entertain. Fire pit was great for gathering and a lot of laughter. All in all agreat Christmas time for my family!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Autumn Lake
The property is well kept. The fall season was in full effect. The lake was absolutely beautiful in morning,
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Cozy property the beds were great. And super clean. The location was awesome. Was hard to have signal but nothing that a good wifi couldn’t solve
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great few days on the lake
Privat location bit great views. House was clean and comfortable. Stocked with coffee, fire wood, and propane for the grill. Had fun on the dock and with the paddle boards, but did have to wash dirty water and mud off the dog every time he went swimming due to the lake water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, secluded home
The home looks exactly as pictured. So cute, in a quiet cove. It has a lot of green space, where we played different games and allowed of dogs room to expend some energy. We loved spending our time at the dock fishing, swimming and making use of kayaks and paddle boards. House was stocked with everything you need to get started with your stay. Washer and dryer worked great and made quick work of any laundry. We had an excellent stay! The communication was awesome and checking in was a breeze. We went to Mayo park hiking and to Hyco lake to rent a pontoon, but otherwise spent all our time at the house enjoying our family. From ages 6 to 55 we all really loved our stay. Thank you for being such gracious hosts!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Merodie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great week away
This was a wonderful week away. Our grandchildren and dogs were easily accommodated and we all had a great time. The host is incredibly accessible, helpful and accommodating. Highly recommend for a low stress fun family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C., Baltimore, MD

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home in a wonderfully relaxing setting
Our stay at Cottage on the Cove was absolutely wonderful. The home was lovely, thoughtfully furnished and fully stocked with everything and anything you could need (linens, toiletries, kitchen supplies, EVERYTHING). The cove was very private and quiet. We brought our boat and fished every night and caught tons of crappie, bass and a cat fish. The boat ramp was conveniently located to the house and very easy to navigate to and from. When we weren’t fishing (from our boat or the dock) or cruising around the lake, we were on the paddle boards or back deck enjoying the sun. The owner was very responsive and we highly recommend this home. Looking forward to our next stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simply Beautiful!!
Omg! This house was amazing! The listing dosen't do it justice. The owner is a gem! But the best part of the house was the patio overlooking the lake❤❤ I spent 80% of my time on the patio😁
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded All Expectations
The property was exactly as described and I can't think of a rental in which we've stayed that was better stocked or more thoughtfully arranged than this one. Everything was easy to find. All the necessities were available and logical. The house was clean in every respect. There was ample room for our family to gather, beautiful views as promised, quiet and privacy as described. Easy communication and the information we needed to use and enjoy the house was right at hand. We had my elderly parents on the main floor with their own bathoom across the hall, we were upstairs in the loft which while open, was quite private, and our adult children were in the basement hangout with plenty of room to spread out, and their own bathroom. The laundry room was a great surprise-clean and spacious. Would definitely return and highly recommend to others!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful, fun & everything we NEEDED!
We really enjoyed our stay at the lake house. Kristen is an attentive and thoughtful host. We had absolutely everything we needed. The kayaks, paddle boards, fire pit, grill, dock, and decks provided all the entertainment we needed. The fully stocked kitchen made preparing meals a breeze. The comfortable beds helped us sleep well and recover for the following day's fun! We will definitely come again!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin B., Mint Hill, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect!
Our family was excited to stay in anything other than a cramped hotel room, but this home really exceeded all our expectations! It not only had amazing views,clean, and well stocked the host was helpful too! My son and husband has requested it to be our go to spot for visiting family in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas on the lake
Perfect location to gather adult kids for Christmas. So cold the lake froze over! but heat worked just fine inside. House was very clean and comfortable with everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fred C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, great friends, great New Years weekend
The Cottage on the Cove exceeded our expectations. Perfect for our annual three couples New Years outing. Spacious, clean, all amenities listed and more. Games, sports, amazing view, private, quiet, clean and spacious. The host replied to all messages in five minutes or less. We highly recommend the Cottage on the Cove, check it out.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cottage
Everything went very smoothly and we had a very relaxing and enjoyable time. We have family in the area and will definitely plan another visit and hopefully this home will be available.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

YESENIA E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
The house is beautiful and was equipped with everything we needed. Amazing view and very quiet neighborhood. We all loved it! Specially the dogs! Loved it! And we would come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kristen

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We are a nature loving family. We enjoy visiting the mountains, coast and have been to Costa Rica a couple times, but this Lake House is one of favorite places to be!

Why they chose this property

After looking for a lake property for a year on Hyco Lake, we discovered this gem on Mayo Lake. We couldn't believe how private and serene it was. We love that the home sits in a peaceful cove.

What makes this property unique

Although there are other homes in the cove, there are very few people out and you rarely see a boat. This lake has a protected shoreline encouraging abundant wildlife.

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