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Waterfront Home with kayaking & pets allowed

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Boat dock for swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding or just enjoying the view!
Living area
Living area
Room
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Henrico, NC
  • Lake Gaston
    4 min walk
  • Royal Palace Theatre
    32 min drive
  • Goat Island
    49 min drive
  • Roanoke Rapids, NC (RZZ-Halifax County)
    29 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

Waterfront Home with kayaking & pets allowed

Welcome to Serenity at Lake Gaston, a haven of peace and relaxation situated in the serene cove of Jimmies Creek, located in the northeast quadrant of the lake. This picturesque WATERFRONT home offers an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

Our charming residence features four spacious bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, comfortably accommodating families and groups of friends. The layout of the home is designed with your comfort in mind, providing ample space for rest and relaxation. As you enter, you'll immediately feel the warmth and welcoming atmosphere that makes Serenity at Lake Gaston feel like a home away from home.

The property boasts a gently sloping lot that leads directly to the lake and a private dock. This convenient access to the water allows you to easily enjoy all the lake has to offer. Whether you bring your own watercraft or prefer to use our provided non-motorized water toys, including kayaks and paddleboards, there is plenty of fun to be had on the water. Spend your days exploring the lake, fishing, or simply floating leisurely under the sun.

Evenings at Serenity are magical. Gather around the fire pit to toast marshmallows for s'mores or roast hotdogs while sharing stories and enjoying the company of loved ones. The fire pit area provides the perfect setting for making lasting memories, with the crackling fire and starry sky enhancing the experience.

For those who enjoy indoor entertainment, our garage is equipped with high-speed internet and streaming TVs, ensuring you stay connected and entertained. The garage also features a variety of games including ping pong, air hockey, and foosball, offering fun for all ages. These amenities make it easy to keep everyone entertained, whether you're having a family tournament or just looking for a way to unwind.

The heart of the home is the well-equipped kitchen, which has everything you need to prepare delicious meals during your stay. With modern appliances and ample counter space, cooking is a pleasure. Adjacent to the kitchen is a dining area with large windows that let in natural light and provide beautiful views of the surrounding landscape.

Step outside onto the deck, where you’ll find comfortable seating perfect for dining al fresco. Enjoy your meals while watching the sunset over the lake, a breathtaking sight that adds a touch of magic to your evenings. The deck is also a great spot for morning coffee, reading a book, or simply soaking in the peaceful ambiance.

Serenity at Lake Gaston is more than just a place to stay; it's a retreat where you can reconnect with nature, spend quality time with loved ones, and create cherished memories. Whether you're seeking adventure on the water, relaxation by the fire, or fun and games indoors, our home offers something for everyone. We look forward to welcoming you to our slice of paradise and hope you enjoy your stay as much as we do.

Property manager

Leigh Roach
Premier Host

Languages

English

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 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Henrico

Located in Henrico, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Gaston and Medoc Mountain State Park, while Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail and Royal Palace Theatre are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Henrico, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 4 min walk
  • Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail - 23 min drive
  • Vidant North Hospital - 30 min drive
  • Royal Palace Theatre - 32 min drive
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sanders - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Norton's At The Lake - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Pino's Pizza & Restaurant - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Kennon House Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Lake House - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterfront Home with kayaking & pets allowed pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Waterfront Home with kayaking & pets allowed?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterfront Home with kayaking & pets allowed?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Waterfront Home with kayaking & pets allowed located?

This family-friendly Henrico holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Gaston, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Chockoyotte Country Club and Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail. Veteran's Memorial Park and Meherrin River Park are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing time at the lake.
We had a wonderful long weekend at lake Gaston and found the house very comfortable. We found the bed in the main master to be very soft so slept in the 2nd room with a king bed that was firm. Every thing was very comfy and enjoyable. The lake has easy access down a gentle gravel path to the dock and steps to ease into the lake ahhhhh. Very comfy home and quite comfy. We are not big cooks so found the supplies to be just fine. We would joyfully return!! Just lovely.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time
The property was really nice. We enjoyed our stay. Prompt response from the owners. Overall it was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Relaxing Stay
We had a wonderful stay. The house was lovely with plenty of room to both spread out and all be together when desired. It was my husband and I, and our two adult children with a friend each. All of us had a blast fishing, relaxing in the water, and having a ping-pong tournament. The cove was quiet and we all really enjoyed ourselves. I think this will become an annual trip for us.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and location
A great family home and loved my quick boat access
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a quick getaway!
Great location! Clean and spacious. Secluded but still close enough to local shopping.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation
We had a wonderful few days at Serenity. The home was very clean and comfortable. Check in was easy. We had fun with the games in the garage, took out the kayaks and enjoyed s'mores at the fire pit. Kitchen was very well stocked, which was a real bonus. Thanks for a great weekend and we hope to come back!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Return from last year!
Love this house! Nice quiet cove. Great game area in garage. Big dining table also good for games. House has everything you need!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity at the Lake
We had a great week at Serenity. Great property. Very responsive owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kathy f.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity
Mark was a fabulous host, very accommodating and he met all of our needs. Despite the noise from the landscaping company cutting trees we were able to have a peaceful, restful week. The property has ease of access to stores, wineries, and restuarants. Every person we encountered was also very friendly. I would recommend a visit to this beautiful lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
This was our second time renting this lovely home. We hope to return a third time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Vacation Home
This home is laid out really well for a couple of families to share. On each side of the home are two bedrooms and a bath, so it can be private. Living area in the middle. Host was great with good communication.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
This house was a beautiful, peaceful, haven located just a short walk away from beautiful Lake Gaston. The view was breathtaking and relaxing. We enjoyed time on the lake with the kayaks you provided, made smores around the firepit, and played many fun games inside the house with the many games that were available. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F. F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet
This was our first trip to the lake and this home is perfect. Jimmies creek is great for relaxing. Will come again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Lake house
We had a wonderful time spending a weekend at Lake Gaston. This house filled all our needs
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Lake house!
This house and location on the lake is even better than described! The kitchen was well stocked and they even had all the essential pantry items (oils/spices, etc.) …and we were pleasantly surprised to find firewood waiting for us so we could make s’mores by the fire pit. The paddle board was a favorite for our family…such a relaxing little cove to enjoy the peaceful lake. The owner, Mark, was wonderful about communicating…thank you for a fabulous few days at beautiful Lake Gaston! We hope to return again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Very quiet and peaceful with wooded Lot. We stayed in April before boating season .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Great house! Great location! Beautiful view
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnathan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Serenity!!!
We had an amazing time staying at Serenity! The name says it all!!!Thank you so much for opening your lovely home to our family. Anything you could think of the house had & any question we had you all were super responsive, it made us feel like you really do care about your guests & want us to enjoy your space as much as possible while we are here. The house was so clean, smelled amazing, the beds were super comfy, the views were outstanding & we can’t wait to come back next Spring!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend in Lake Gaston 2023
Wonderful house, beautiful property, great owners! Everything we ever wanted and more!! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helene H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serenity - Lake Gaston, North Carolina
My family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Lake Gaston. The house, property, and lake were beautiful! The house was spotless, the beds were super comfortable, and the hosts stocked the house with lots of amenities. I highly recommend this beautiful spot for your next stay. You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stuart B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic weekend on the lake
The house is spacious and clean. Everything we needed for a relaxing long weekend on the lake is provided (all we brought was food, firewood and a boat). The house sits on a lightly sloped lot down to the dock which was perfect for sitting out with a drink. The cove is nice and secluded but with a good view out to the main cove too. Beds were comfortable with high quality linens. Kitchen was stocked with everything we needed for all our meal prep. Overall, we had a great weekend here on the lake and would definitely return here.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great overall
Just need better matresses
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place to Relax!
This is the second time I've rented this beautiful house for a get away with girlfriends. "Serenity" is true to her name! Location is quiet and scenic and the house is open design which allows for fellowship. There are enough bedrooms for guests to get away for some private time. Sitting on the deck watching the activity on the lake is relaxing. The boat dock is perfect for coffee, drinks, or just to gaze at the beautiful lake. The house is pet friendly and equipped with everything you need. Just bring your food and drinks. The hosts are amazing and easily accessible by phone or text and are always available for questions. Hoping to book again next year. 😎
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Glenn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Gaston in September
Very nice nice property everything was clean and fresh and it being pet friendly is what drew us to the property and it didn’t disappoint, nice dock with room for one boat which is all we needed. You won’t be able to see sunrises and sunsets unless you can make it out on the lake. We enjoyed quite mornings and evenings sitting on the porch and dock. We were able to see Herons and Bald Eagles. We didn’t have one complaint about this property
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Met or exceeded all expectations
Thank you for a wonderful week of vacation for our family! We had my wife's family join us for a portion of the week and all 8 of us had a great time. I will definitely start future reservations at Lake Gaston by looking to see if the Serenity property is available. It's as good (or better) than advertised. Some of our favorite attributes of the property: - Owner was easy to work with and very responsive to questions - Loved the layout of the home being on one level and the gentle slope of the short walk to the dock - Cove was very calm, which made swimming, kayaking, etc very safe - Dock was set up well to accommodate our boat and jet ski - Comfortable furniture throughout the home - My 7-year old and I loved getting out on the provided kayaks - Having the garage game room (foosball, ping-pong, etc) gave the kids fun activities even on rainy afternoons - Very dog friendly with reasonable expectations for dog owners - Internet access was very reliable (Brother-in-law was able to participate in a 3-hr Zoom class without any issues)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Leigh Roach

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Leigh and her husband Andy reside in Apex, just outside of Raleigh with their rescue dog Piper. They are currently Superhosts of a successful short-term rental in Raleigh and love it! Now that the kids are grown, they have decided to spend more time at the lake that they love, and share their home with others looking for a little Serenity at the Lake!

Why they chose this property

The neighborhood is quiet and provides quick access to anything you need by boat or car.

Languages:

English

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