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Lake Escape's Cottage on the Cove

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Living Room and Kitchen
Beautiful quiet cove
Relax by the lake in the hammock
Rocking chair front porch
Firepit with complimentary firewood

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Terrell, NC
  • Lake Norman
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Lowe's Corporate Headquarters
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Davidson College
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Statesville Regional Airport (SVH)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Hall Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Lake Escape's Cottage on the Cove

On a quiet, nearly private cove in Terrell, NC is Lake Escape's Cottage on the Cove, a completely renovated lakefront home on Lake Norman. Beautifully landscaped 3 Bedroom ranch, with open concept Kitchen, dining, living room. The front porch is a great place to laze away the days with a cool breeze coming off the lake. The finished garage is heated and cooled and is loaded with games and space to get out of the heat or rain or just spend an evening hanging with the family away from a TV.

The Kitchen / Dining area features white quartz countertops, tiled backsplash, and stainless appliances. We have fully equipped it with quality pots, pans, flatware, dishes, serving ware, utensils, and small appliances. A large fan overhead circulates the air. The large island provides a hub and dining area for up to 8 people. Moving forward of the kitchen dining room is the living room with a grand lake view out the front window, a 65" Samsung Smart TV with Roku, and a sofa bed which opens into a queen size bed for a seventh or eighth guest.

Bedrooms feature a lake vibe with shiplap feature walls, artwork, ceiling fans, lamps, Amazon echo alarm clocks, power points on the night tables. The bedroom closets have hangers and drawers, with a hotel style safe in the master closet. The master bedroom has an en suite bathroom with tub - shower. The hall bathroom serves the other two bedrooms and the general area with a stall shower.

The outdoor living space is vast, with a large front porch - 4 rocking chairs, a dining table for 8, and a lovely porch swing. Down the front porch steps is space to hang, grill and enjoy the lake. For the firepit, we provide firewood, six solid Adirondack chairs circle it. Included for you use just steps away is four adult kayaks, one youth kayak, 2 stand up paddle boards, a generous selection of life vests for all sizes, and a bevy of tubes, noodles, ladder golf, Can Jam... with a large grass yard to play. There's two hammocks and tree swing to enjoy the shade. 8 extra Adirondacks stand by for extra guests.

Are you a boater? Rent a boat during your stay from Lake Effects. Bring your own boat or PWC and launch at the McCreery Public launch ramp down the road. Keep it at our private dock. Swim from the dock or wade in via zero entry lake edge. We have thought of everything so you won't need to think about anything but completely enjoying your stay.

Please be aware that the water level at the dock may not be high enough for boat access in the non-summer seasons.

Take a look at Lake Escape's other vacation homes on Lake Norman!

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Some things to note:
* Rental Agreement MUST be completed and signed within 36 hours of booking.
*Security deposit of $750 will be reserved 3 days prior to arrival (see House Rules below).
* Maximum Overnight Occupancy for Cottage on the Cove is 8 guests.
* Maximum Daytime Occupancy for Cottage on the Cove is 12 guests.
* All Lake Escape homes are dog-friendly and allow up to 3 dogs ($150 per pet fee applies) Cats are not permitted.
* Unlimited, Complimentary firewood is provided.
* Complimentary propane is provided for use with the outdoor grill.
* Complimentary kayaks, standup paddleboards and lifevests are provided.
* All of our homes feature private docks. Please check with us to confirm depth at specific homes as lake levels change seasonally.

Property manager

Jessica Barish
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guest agrees to sign a rental agreement within 36 hours of booking. By booking, guest agrees to a $750 security deposit hold.
Up to 3 pets are welcome with a fee of $150 per pet per stay. Pet fee may be charged after booking. Cats are not permitted.
Please inform host if you are bringing more than one pet so the appropriate pet fee can be added to the reservation. No size restrictions.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Terrell

Located in Lake Norman of Catawba, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Birkdale Village and Troutman Village are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Norman and Lake Norman State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider George Pappas' Victory Lanes, or check out an event or a game at Belk Arena. With kayaking, power boating and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Terrell, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Norman - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Lowe's Corporate Headquarters - 18 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Davidson College - 22 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Birkdale Village - 24 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Lake Norman State Park - 28 min drive - 27.2 km

Getting around

  • Concord, NC (USA-Concord Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Twin Oaks Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Stacys Amazing Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lake Norman Tavern - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dairi-O of Mooresville - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Escape's Cottage on the Cove pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Lake Escape's Cottage on the Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Escape's Cottage on the Cove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Escape's Cottage on the Cove located?

This family-friendly Lake Norman of Catawba holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Sherrills Ford - Terrell Public Library and Lake Norman. Sherrills Ford Optimist Park and TeleHealth Solution are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 69 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 69 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 69 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

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

cozy corner of the lake

The house is just as nice in person as it looks online. Very well stocked kitchen - everything accounted for. Bed was very comfortable. Back porch with rocking chairs, porch swing, and dining area perfect for mornings and sunsets. Beautiful area at the end of a cove for added privacy. No question, would not hesitate to book this house again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Merle M.

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

Beautiful Cottage on the Lake

Great place has everything very clean great property!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

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

Great Lake House

Great place! Had everything we needed and then some.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy G.

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

Beautiful and Peaceful

This is our second year of staying here and we LOVE it! Beautiful property with all of the touches. It is in a cove with very little noise, which allowed for peaceful mornings drinking coffee on the porch enjoying the view. Thank you Jessica and Adam!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

DENISE R.

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

Connect with Friends

Great property I would recommend this to anyone. The house had everything we needed, and the owners were fantastic.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabby W.

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

Amazing getaway

Great location & place to stay with family & dogs! We took a quick staycation to Lake Norman with our dogs and had a wonderful time. Definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bekim K.

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

Perfect long weekend

Very cozy place with a lot of activities to keep everyone busy. Game room was clutch.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

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

Wonderful Stay!

Our stay at Lake Escape Cottage on the Cove was wonderful. The property owners truly thought of everything that made our stay enjoyable and effortless. The cottage was just as described and very clean. There was so much available on site for our kids. Lake toys were plentiful and the game room came in handy when we were stuck inside due to rain. The water near the dock was more shallow than others places on the lake, however we were able to put our boat on the side with the ladder and everything worked out ok. We would definitely stay at a Lake Escape property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

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

Amazing family stay

This place had everything! We had an amazing stay. It was very clean and updated. Well stocked with anything we needed. The game room was stellar! Nice location tucked away in a quiet cove with a huge yard for fun activities. We would absolutely consider this house again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina L.

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

Perfect getaway!

We loved that this beautiful home had everything. It was well-stocked, quiet and secluded, and full of fun activities for all ages. We used the cornhole boards, lake toys (kayaks, noodles, etc), fire pit, grill, and more. We really took advantage of the whole property! You can tell the home was not built and renovated to be just a rental — it was renovated like a real home, high quality. Beds were very comfortable, amenities were high-quality and plentiful, and common areas had lots of comfy seating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Selah B.

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

Exactly what we needed

This was perfect! And absolutely beautiful!! There were a few things, but NOTHING that couldn’t be overlooked: the skee ball was broken, both fishing poles were broken, construction going on across the lake, and spiders and wasps!! The one thing I would suggest is a good cleaning of the lawn furniture next to the lake. They were covered in spider webs and some bird droppings. But AGAIN, it was amazing!! And VERY accommodating - they responded quickly! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

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

Great Property - Great Hosts

When we arrived, the property was even nicer than in the pictures. Everything is nicely updated throughout, and had all the necessary amenities for our stay. The hosts were very easy to communicate with, and responded promptly to all of our inquiries / requests! The garage game room was great for the kids, and even better for the adults when the kids went to bed! The outdoor amenities were plentiful as well. We all enjoyed the paddle boards and kayaks, and the fire pit and swing were great too. If you’re going to Lake Norman, rent this house! 10/10.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander I.

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

Simply Amazing

The house is a dream to enjoy with family and friends!!! Magic place to stat
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

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

Relaxing place to decompress!

We were a group of 3 couples that decided to take a few days after a work conference to relax. We had everything we needed there - including a friendly duck that jumped on the back of the SUP! We took advantage of all that we could fit in: kayaks & SUPs, firepit, everything we needed to cook a meal, eating dinner on the porch (ceiling fans kept it comfortable), and the games. The coffee was much appreciated. The location was quiet but still close the grocery store. Would definitely rebook if back in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caryn R.

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

We Loved it!!

We will definitely stay here again. Very nice place right on the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

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

Lake place

Was a great place, near Davidson and Mooresville so escaping Charlotte traffic. Was surprisingly a lot of traffic but didn't have any issues getting into places to eat. Lovely stay right on the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth V.

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

Wonderful Porperty

This is a great house with wonderful outdoor space. Everything was better than described.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Leah D.

Merry Christmas on the Cove

Such a cozy cottage. This was our 2nd stay and Lake Escapes “Cottage on the Cove” did not disappoint. The staff think of everything, with extra towels, blankets, pillows, even extra batteries. We love the location via lake and land. Our college aged daughter loves to challenge her family to epic ping pong matches, so the game room is a favorite. We enjoyed our stay and were sad to leave. Thank you for your quick response to any question we had. Best regards to Lake Escapes!

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Wonderful

This property was lovely. It was exactly as listed. I thought that the owners made it a goal to provide anything you could think of, so that your vacation could just be focused on relaxation and enjoyment…very generous and thoughtful in many details! I’m so thankful we got to stay at this rental!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

THOMAS B.

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

Perfect escape

Property everything advertised and more. Everything well thought out. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Great getaway

Our visit was to surprise our nephew (it worked!) and to have a relaxing weekend. WE loved our stay: the house looked just like the listing, the kitchen was well stocked and the beds were comfortable. The game room is an added bonus. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

mb m.

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

wonderfully relaxing getaway

We were looking for a little change of scenery and some time on the water, and found both at this property. Frequent visits by ducks and heron were also unexpected guests. The neighborhood was pretty quiet and honestly, we saw very few people during our stay. The house was immaculate, beds were pretty comfy and the kitchen and baths were exceptionally well equipped. While we did have some difficulty with accessing our own streaming services on the TV, since we weren't there for TV viewing, it was a minor annoyance. We would return to this property again - or any of the owners' other properties as well. They were great hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

Amazing and Relaxing!

This house is a perfect getaway! It has an ideal location, is spotless, and the game room provides hours of fun when you aren't on the lake or at the fire pit. We recommend it highly!

10/10 Excellent

Teresa I.

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

A Wonderful Stay Here!

My husband, our Fur Baby, and I spent four peaceful days at this lovely home. We felt very comfortable in this pretty home and beautiful neighborhood. I had brought along 2 pots for cooking and really did not have to because the kitchen was fully stocked with everything needed for cooking and baking. This was the first time we rented a vacation home and we were pleased with the cleanliness of the entire home and the picturesque surroundings. We were happy just to relax by the dock, sit on the chairswing by the lake, and read on their spacious front porch. I cooked all the meals at the house. The Publics Supermarket was very convenient... just 4 minutes away by car. Our dog was happy here too because there was enough property to walk her on and peaceful surroundings. We also enjoyed playing ping pong in the spacious game room off the kitchen.We certainly hope to return to this vacation home in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jessica Barish

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Thank you for considering Lake Escape. We are a brother-sister duo that have been working together our entire lives. We created Lake Escape when we moved to Lake Norman with our families a few years ago. We realized that we needed to share our love of the lake with vacation goers year round.

We, along with our families, have created lakefront vacation spaces that are warm and welcoming, fun and adventurous, and comfortable and cozy all while being affordable and providing all of the conveniences of home. We strive to provide a lake vacation experience that exceeds your expectations and creates memories for a lifetime.

We are always accessible. We love hearing from our guests. There is nothing we want more than to hear that you are returning for another stay. Please take a moment to read some of our reviews. Our previous guests do a way better job than we do at describing what Lake Escape truly means.

Why they chose this property

This house is immaculate with great water access. It feels warm and cozy and homey. We loved it and are certain you will too!

What makes this property unique

This house is unique in its privacy combined with its amazing shaded yard and lakefront location.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests