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Lake Gaston Waterfront home with boat dock, fire pit, and views

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Property grounds
Master Bath Shower
Master Bathroom Double Vanities
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14269.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Littleton, NC
  • Lake Gaston
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir
    ‪61 min drive‬
  • Roanoke Rapids, NC (RZZ-Halifax County)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Downstairs Bunkroom

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Futon

Guest Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Lake Gaston Waterfront home with boat dock, fire pit, and views

Views, Views, Views!!! We bought this house for the views, and we wanted to make sure they were the focal point of it all. This 2900 sq ft house has space for everyone set on a beautiful 1-acre waterfront lot, plenty of room for yard and lake activities.

Open concept great for multiple families with a separate kids’ space; fun and relaxation for everyone. Fireplaces are wood-burning. The downstairs’ open space has a living area, sleeping area, Ping-Pong table, bathroom, lockerroom, and walkout access to the lake. Downstairs has 2 sets of triple bunk beds, sleeping 6 with the availability to add an additional 2 guests by using the queen sleeper sofa. All upstairs bedrooms have king beds to make sure everyone’s stay is comfortable. The large master has an on-suite bath. We care about comfort and know that not all vacation rentals invest in mattresses- we did!

The large sliding doors in the master, guest bedroom, and the French doors in the main living area all provide vast views of Lake Gaston. Windows above the kitchen sink have made dish duty less of a chore. The kitchen window allows you to enjoy the water views even while filling the dishwasher or making your morning coffee. The kitchen is fully stocked with any gadget or dish you could need to prepare your favorite meals and a grill to make vacation meals with less mess and clean-up. Invite more to the indoor dining table extends to seat up to 10.

Nestled in a protected cove, you can take in the broad views of the main lake while safely enjoying the water away from busy boat traffic. The shore is a sanded beach with a gradual slope to allow everyone to take part in water fun, no matter their age. Use one of the kayaks, fish from the dock, float on a raft, or jump in the lake to cool off. The end of the dock offers 9ft deep water with access to 20' deep water just a few feet away. It’s all possible 20 feet from the house and within view from the back deck. Have a boat and/or Sea-Doo? No problem. You can store it at the boat dock while you stay. Bluebird Point boat ramp is less than a mile away for convenient watercraft access.

A large expansive deck is accessible from the master and a guest room. Appreciate the screened in porch with outdoor seating and dining just through the French doors of the main living area. The entire space is interconnected so everyone can access the lake and outdoors. The deck’s stairs are protected by a dual latch gate to provide safety and ease of mind if little ones are exploring. The perfect lake house experience for all with plenty of parking in the U-shaped driveway and two-car garage.

Rental Has the following amenities:
• Coffee Maker
• Keurig for individual coffee brewing
• Griddle
• Gas Grill
• Washer and Dryer
• Bathing Towels
• Swimming Towels
• Dishwasher
• Electric Oven with Stovetop
• Microwave
• Crockpot
• Mixer
• Mini-fridge (downstairs)
• Secondary fridge (in garage)
• Blender
• Waffle Maker
• Pots and Pans
• Ping-Pong Table
• 3 King beds
• 6 twin beds (2 bunkbeds)
• 1 queen (sofa bed)
• Sheets and comforters are available
• DVD player
• Wi-Fi Internet
• 2 Wood burning Fireplaces
• Water view
• Lake Access
• Boat Dock
• Sheets
• 50” Samsung Smart TV (main living area)
• 55” Samsung Smart TV (downstairs)
• Games
• Kayak
• Outdoor Living and Dining Area
• Patio Heater
• Firepit

Property manager

Lauren Fuhrer

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Littleton

Located in Littleton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Chockoyotte Country Club and Weldon Mills Distillery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Gaston and Goat Island. Kayaking, water tubing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Littleton, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Goat Island - 15 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail - 24 min drive - 23.3 km
  • Rosemont Vineyards - 48 min drive - 45.4 km
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 61 min drive - 56.4 km

Getting around

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hardee's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Casa Mia's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Sanders - ‬44 min drive
  • ‪Littleton Food & Spirits - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Norton's At The Lake - ‬34 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Gaston Waterfront home with boat dock, fire pit, and views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Gaston Waterfront home with boat dock, fire pit, and views ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Gaston Waterfront home with boat dock, fire pit, and views ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Gaston Waterfront home with boat dock, fire pit, and views located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Lake Gaston and 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Goat Island. Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail and Chockoyotte Country Club are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place on the lake.

This was our 4th year renting this home on the lake. It is perfect for the needs of our extended family. We had 13 of us including 5 young grandkids. The house easily fit all of us and the waterfront has a beach, a dock, a boat lift and is located on a quiet part of the lake. PERFECT!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you could need and want

Beautiful property. Well-stocked for fun. Very comfortable accommodations and owner is responsive/communicative.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful stay in the cove

Laura was an excellent host and communicator. Her home was relaxing for our visiting family and our kids were entertained by the various amenities (ping pong, fishing, swimming) that were available. The home is comfortable and in a peaceful cove. I would recommend this stay to folks of all ages! Wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great week

The fact that we were back for our second year says it all. Very enjoyable stay. The whole family wanted to return to this house again. Great location and very well equipped. We would highly recommend it. Only two issues. The owner had changed the combination of the key lock box and not updated the checkin instructions. We were locked out on arrival for a couple hours until we could get the new code. And, previous guests had left the fire pit full of trash. We did not have any plans to use it, so this did not impact our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place and host ever

This is our 3rd straight year staying at Lauren's beautiful place on Lake Gaston and we are already looking forward to next year. If I could nominate Lauren for host of the year, I would. On the first day, I had some questions and she handled them within 2 minutes of my inquiry. When I thought that we were going to be without a highchair for my 1 year old grandchild, Lauren offered to order one from Amazon and have it sent to us. With 5 grandchildren age 1-8, this is a perfect place. Upstairs has plenty of room for their parents and plenty of kitchen space and seating inside and out. Downstairs is a kids dream with 2 sets of triple bunks and a giant room with foosball, ping pong, and a pinball machine. Outside is perfect with a great dock, a boat lift, and a gentle shallow beach area for little kids to play. It is a beautiful view and it is protected from the crowds and the waves of the main lake. Can't wait to come back for year 4.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rahsaan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another Family Vacation, but...

Great time at the lake! We had a great time at the house this year! However, there were a few too many black (wood) ants in the kitchen. Not sure why they were appearing in the kitchen . Thank you for another great experience! I would like to reserve for next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful.

Amazing location, amazing house, stocked kitchen, felt like home. Comfortable beds, plentiful blankets. We had three families there and none of us had a single complaint. It was wonderful, and Lauren is quick to respond to any message. 10 stars!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denell C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great North Carolina home on Lake Gaston.

Our family had an awesome summer vacation on beautiful (super clean) Lake Gaston! The cove that this house is on was very private with little boat traffic. The kids were in the lake all day and night. The 3 kayaks provided, let them explore the neighboring coves and the lights on the dock let them stay out there all night and fish. The house is updated and well decorated with spacious bathrooms, a large screened in porch, and comfortable mattresses in the bedrooms. The kid's favorite part of the house was definitely the basement. They loved the bunk beds, ping pong table and having their own TV and bathroom. Our family tries to go somewhere new every summer, but this rental will be hard not to come back to.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terriffic stay at Lake Gaston

This was an awesome house for our family vacation. It was very clean and well maintained. The hosts were quick to respond to questions and supply everything you could possibly need, even down to firewood for the fire pit. The older kids loved having their own space downstairs. Lots of possibilities for water activities. There were two kayaks, a paddle board, and even a pedal boat which our three year old grandson loved riding in. The house is very close to a boat launch ramp. We loved having our boat docked at the house and always ready for tubing, swimming and wake surfing. The huge yard allowed plenty of room for outdoor games. And, we really enjoyed watching the neighborhood ospreys feeding their young. We would love to stay here again, and highly recommend it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Had an excellent experience- beautiful views

Had one issue which I had to contact the owner. Response was prompt and taken care of quickly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best place to rent for families with small kids

This was our 2nd year renting this property and it was fabulous. We have 5 grandkids that joined us and this beautiful place on a quiet cove with a nice sandy beach, water toys galore, and a perfect house for families, made for a wonderful week. Our host Lauren was perfect. We have rented at Gaston for 20 years. This is hands down the best rental we have ever had.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rahsaan L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Honeycomb hideout

We loved the pull up! The view of Lake Gaston and the dam! We had the best neighbors (osprey and babies). The experience on the lake this year was surreal! The Gathering Place was a very welcoming place to be and a centralized location between Roanoke Rapids & Littleton. We will DEFINITELY be staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles H., Cary, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Great Place to Have a Lake Family Vacation

The entire family, ranging from 4 to 70, enjoyed this vacation at Lake Gaston. The Gathering Space we rented through VRBO was a perfect match for our family, including a lower level with 6 bunk beds, a ping pong table, a fooseball table and other games for our grandchildren. outside was a very useable single boat dock, a Sandy private beach area, kyaks, other toys for children and adults and, of course, beautiful Lake Gaston.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lesley T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

This was exactly what we needed. The access to the main lake in the boat is superior. The bedrooms all on the main floor for the grown ups and the children's bunk room being downstairs is fabulous. This is one we will definitely consider again. The views from the house were superb and the screen porch was wonderful. The owner was really responsive when we had trouble accessing the key upon arrival..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

PERFECT

I’ve been renting vacation homes at Lake Gaston for the past 6 years … and this one by far has it all. Plenty of space for 3 families. (11 of us total). We all could not get over how comfortable the beds were. I feel all 3 families will have new mattresses inspired by this house very soon. Plenty of games and space for the kids to play. The kitchen was well stocked. We really felt at home. The smart TV allows you to sign into your own accounts which is nice for the evening wind downs. The sandy “beach” was amazing for my 4 and 5 year old. They both learned how to swim underwater thanks to it!!! Lots of room for practice! Even more fun was that at the end of the dock you were able to jump off with no obstructions. It was pretty deep! I won the belly flop competition. (I do not recommend participating in such competitions as an adult.) The views were amazing. Watching storms roll in. Watching boats drive by. Our neighbor in the field was an osprey with some babies…up on an electrical line. It was great to watch the mama osprey hunt for fish. She did a better job than us. Owner was very easy to get ahold of, and was always kind and prompt. I will rent this house every year that it’s on the market. I just don’t think another house could compare.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for family with kids and grandkids

We have been renting places at Gaston for 20 years. This was by far the best place. The pictures don't do this place justice. The location was perfect. Peaceful, beautiful, and calm. While the other parts of the lake were crowded and rough with boats and wind, we always had quiet and calm here. It was perfect for our grandchildren to wade in the sandy beach area. We always had shade throughout the day and it was great to be able to launch our boat nearby and dock it at the boat lift. We had 8 adults and 4 grandkids and there was ample room for everyone. The down stairs bunk room that could sleep 6 in bunks with a pull out couch was amazing. It was big and there was room for a foosball table, ping pong table, and a 2nd large TV in addition to the one upstairs. We really like the screened in porch and the wide open kitchen that was well stocked in addition to having pretty new appliances which was a welcome surprise. Our host Lauren could not have been more helpful and responsive to our needs. The bottom line is, we can't wait to rent next year. It was a magical week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tonya D., Hershey, Pennsylvania

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise on the lake

The Gathering Place is one of the best rental homes we have ever stayed at. Lauren is so quick to respond to any inquiries.. The house is so clean and well stocked! Our grandkids go right to the snacks upon arrival. Very nice touch! The location is convenient to the lake, grocery store etc. We will continue to make family memories every year at this beautiful location! Super host Lauren thank you for making the house into a home! We will be back! We miss it already!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lily A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay on the lake

This property was everything that we wanted for our weekend getaway. It was incredibly clean, well stocked, comfortable, and relaxing. I couldn’t believe how many times we said “did you see X any where?” And the answer was always “yes, it’s in that drawer” (or wherever it was located). There was plenty to do to entertain my almost 3 year old, including the beach entry for the water that made it incredibly easy for getting her and our infant as well in the lake. No complaints here! 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Madison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great New Years Trip!

A group of 10 friends decided to rent The Gathering Place for our New Years weekend and had a great time! The property had plenty of space for all of us to stay and was very accurate to the photos. The owners were very responsive to all of our questions prior to the trip and gave a great recommendation for the company we rented a boat from for a day. I highly Recommend this property for bigger groups looking to get away for the weekend!

10/10 Excellent

Sharon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything we wanted!

Fishing, games, fire pit, movies, eating, sleeping — all was just what we hoped for and needed! This place has a real “home” feel, rather than a rental feel; a tangible difference from VRBOs in the past. Location on the lake is fabulous and fishing was successful! Communication with Lauren was easy, effective and prompt! Thanks so much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Getaway

This house exceeded my expectations in cleanliness, comfort, and just all around great house. Having King sized beds in all the bedrooms was just awesome for my family. The kitchen was the best stocked kitchen I have ever seen in a rental - nice dishes, silverware, appliances, pots and pans, etc. were all top notch stuff. Communication with the owner was always prompt. My adult children loved the house and we would all love to go back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anita M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect weekend!

Thanks for a lovely weekend at your beautiful lake house!! Everything was so well stocked too! We highly recommend this place!!

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Weekend

Everything about the house was great, bigger than the pictures made it out to be. Easily fit a dozen adults for a weekend getaway. 10/10 would return

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful visit to Lake Gaston

Everything has advertised on property was correct. We especially liked relaxing on the dock and in the screened in-porch area and spent alot of time there enjoying the view when not outside. Kayaks provided were nice to have and when not outside boating , playing ping pong was a great for indoor play. Hope to visit again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Even better than we thought it’d be!

What a great place to stay! And we couldn’t believe all the amenities available that the owners did not have to provide. Often times listings say they provide certain amenities only to find that those are lacking or poor quality, etc. Not here! They even had a perfect camp fire already built in the fire pit ready for us to light. The check-in process was super easy and communication with Lauren was attentive and thorough. We had 4 adults and 6 teenagers and Lauren’s house was perfect! We rented a pontoon and easily tied it up to the dock when not using. The location at the back of the cove is perfect as well! Thank you Lauren! We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Lauren Fuhrer

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We have lived in North Carolina for the past ten years. We have thoroughly enjoyed the state from the Coast to the Mountains. We really love the outdoors and we truly appreciate the water. We have traveled the country and overseas frequently so we understand the needs of an eager traveler looking to experience a new destination. We have gone above and beyond to keep our visitor's needs in mind. Lake Gaston is a wonderful secret that North Carolina has to offer. Our family has grown to love kayaking, paddle boarding, and fishing in this beautiful body of water. Experiences we hope to share!

Why they chose this property

Our family purchased this home to make time as a family possible. While my son and I live near the ocean in Wilmington, NC my husband lives in the DC area for work. This is our Gathering Place to create family time on the weekends. No matter how many times we've been here we are still sad to leave, because we know that nothing is better than being a family at our gathering place.

Now we want to share the time we've relaxed in comfort and enjoyed the views with you. Every lakefront property can offer the lake, but we wanted to make sure your experience is more vacation and less packing. This is where we spend our downtime as well, so you should be afforded all the comfort of your own home. If you are anything like me, you check to see what the home has to make sure you pack it if it's not there (coffee pot, griddle, kitchen essentials, sheets, towels (how many).. etc). We got you covered! This time you don't have to pack like you are moving to be on vacation.

Our home is more fun and less worry. Even with the main lake views you are in a cove removed from boat traffic, the deck is gated, sloping beach in the front and we have life jackets to fit toddlers to adults.

What makes this property unique

What's unique about us? We love feedback on how to make your experience here more enjoyable. Have a suggestion? Let us know. We want you to return year after year, so it's important to us that your stay is as comfortable as when we stay at The Gaston Gathering Place.

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