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Luxury Stunner Overlooking Main Lake!!!

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 16603.9 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Littleton, NC
  • Lake Gaston
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Rosemont Vineyards
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir
    ‪50 min drive‬
  • Roanoke Rapids, NC (RZZ-Halifax County)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bunk Room Lover Level

+2
6 Single Bunk Beds

Guest 2nd Level

1 Queen Bed

Guest 2nd Level

1 Queen Bed

Guest Suite 2nd Level

1 Queen Bed

Main Level

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bedroom Jack-n-Jill Bath

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Guest Suite 2nd Level Bath

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Bunk Room Bath

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level Outdoor Shower

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Main Level Guest Suite Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level Powder

Toilet

Master Suite Bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Luxury Stunner Overlooking Main Lake!!!

Golden Retreat named for our two retrievers, is new and unique to Lake Gaston, this farmhouse inspired custom designed cottage overlooks the main lake while sitting at the edge of a private cove offering the serenity of calm water but with the stunning views of the main lake.

In the private foliage of an expansive 4 acre lot, you’ll enjoy both indoor and outdoor living taken to new heights. Starting at the lake level, you’ll walk out to a two story custom designed boat house featuring a covered outdoor living room with fans, summer classic sofas, swings rockers, dining table all directly sitting over the lake. The second floor of the boat house features a “jump zone” to entertain the kids for hours and luxury loungers for sunning. You’ll walk up through plush grass to an outdoor bathroom and showers making lake life easier. Gather in the evening fireside by the trees in the Adirondack chairs around the classic fire pit for smores, coco, and hot toddys.

Enter the home from the lake level to an immaculate basement with comfy sofa and chairs, a 55” HD entertainment system, a rustic a bar, pool hall, and game table. Allow the children to stay in the bunk room featuring six custom built in beds each with their own lighting and charging stations, and a high powered rotating ceiling fan. Kids thrill to stay in this room.

Continue up to the main level for breathtaking view on top rustic reclaimed hardwood floors and beams. With an open floor plan, you’ll enjoy a gourmet kitchen designed by the chef himself. The bar counter seats 5 allowing guest to watch as the cooks prep and opens to an adjacent outdoor kitchen featuring state of the art new grill. The living room extending from the kitchen features a rustic stone fireplace and beautiful furnishings that then extend to covered porch featuring rockers, lanterns, fans, and views like no other. The dining room adjacent to the living room is planked by old barn beams, seats 10 around the farm table, and also opens up to an outdoor dining room under a pergola accented with hanging lanterns that twinkle between the starts and neighboring trees. The main floor also features a spacious master ground level suite and bathroom as well as a powder room for guest.

The top floor of the cottage features a master suite with king size sleigh bed, a spa like bathroom with a soaking tub and a private outdoor sleeping porch that allows you to swing or sleep with a treehouse affect. The other three bedrooms with their plush bedding, window seats/ pillows, chandeliers, and beautiful views and not be missed.

The location could not be more ideal. In Roanoke Reserve just off the main lake, you are almost directly across the lake from Morning Star Marina where you can rent boats as well as dine and experience live musical entertainment and family fun. The grocery store, hardware store, and other local dining options are just 5 miles away by car. And the lot itself gives you private cove swimming, fishing and living with main lake views and boating opportunities.

Our home comes with lots of water toys like the Floating Mat (holding up to 12 on top of the water), paddle boards, fishing poles and other water recreations. And the roaming surrounding woods make for incredible walking, running and exploring an adventures for kids and adults alike.

*Please NO Wedding Inquiries!!!

Property manager

John Griffin

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
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
Thank you for your interest in our home- please let us know what brings you to the area and who will be coming.
Please let us know how many cars you will be bringing as we have a max of 4 cars.
Photo ID will be required from the primary renter to secure your booking.

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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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

Littleton

Located in Littleton, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Rosemont Vineyards and South Hill Country Club 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 La Crosse Town Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Littleton, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Rosemont Vineyards - 18 min drive - 14.4 km
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 50 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Kerr Lake Country Club - 55 min drive - 59.3 km
  • Occoneechee State Park - 69 min drive - 67.0 km

Getting around

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Watersview Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Pointe at Lake Gaston - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beautiful Lake Gaston - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shady Shack Grill & Flip Flops Bar - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Stunner Overlooking Main Lake!!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Stunner Overlooking Main Lake!!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Stunner Overlooking Main Lake!!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Stunner Overlooking Main Lake!!! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Gaston and 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from Rosemont Vineyards. La Crosse Town Park and La Crosse Caboose Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

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

Great Vacation

An outstanding property with great amenities. Always clean with great accommodations. The boat house is a great location to relax and enjoy the view. Highly recommend property.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha L.

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

Lovely house, great location

We just spent a week at Golden Retreat with our two sons and their families, including 7 grandchildren from 9 to 16. Everyone agreed it was a perfect week! We loved the house! We have rented a number of houses around the country for family gatherings and we definitely give Golden Retreat five stars. The covered gathering area at the dock was a great place to relax and watch the kids swim, paddle board and play on the floating mat. The cove location meant they could play without worry about passing boats, while we still had a great view to the main lake. We enjoyed all the outdoor space at the house as well, and made good use of the covered porch during a couple of rainy days. The house is spacious and well set up; we had plenty of room for our group of 13. We did lots of cooking and appreciated the well supplied kitchen and the outdoor cooking area. The flat grassy front lawn was a plus for Lake Gaston where many lots are steep. We played bocce, caught some lightening bugs and enjoyed the firepit. We rented a pontoon boat for the week and easily docked it at the house. The proximity of the marina and shopping center simplified things also. No one wanted to leave; we are all ready for another week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

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

Highly recommend.

I highly recommend this property to anyone who wants to relax and enjoy the lake. I am a repeat customer and this property always exceeds our expectations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

sondra m., VIRGINIA BEACH

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

Beautiful family getaway

Grounds are beautifully manicured and lake views are unforgettable! Property owner is welcoming and generous offering a multitude of conveniences. Your vacation memories at The Golden Retreat will be treasured!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deb P.

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

Beautiful lake vacation

My family had a wonderful, relaxing time on Lake Gaston in this luxurious home. Peaceful and quiet setting, very comfortable dock with plenty of seating and areas to relax. Enjoyed the fire pit and use of the paddle boards too!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay H.

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

Beautiful home

The house was just beautiful. The pictures actually match what the home looks like. Plenty of outdoor seating and plenty of places to view the lake.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gay O.

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

Great family house

We thoroughly enjoyed our week at this house with our 3 sons and their families. The house was very nicely furnished and most comfortable. Lots of extra water toys for our use as well. Owner was great to deal with and very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenna T.

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

Perfect family retreat

Our family gathered to celebrate several milestone events. The house was beautiful inside and out and allowed everyone to enjoy themselves whether reading a book in a quiet chair, playing cornhole or boating off the dock. The house and the decor looked like it should be in a magazine but at the same time was comfortable and inviting. The owner was responsive and easy to work with from beginning to end. We highly recommend this home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Allison A.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Memories were made

Golden retreat was the perfect backdrop for making family memories. The house sits on a serene area of the lake making it ideal for kids swimming and paddle boarding. The outdoor lakefront area was beyond beautiful and well equipped with life vests, floats, and paddle boards. The homes surrounding the property are close in proximity but equally as stunning with extremely nice neighbors. The owners were very helpful, honest and responded quickly to any of our questions or concerns. Its hard to critique this home as anything but beautiful, however there is one thing to note. When renting luxury vacation homes in the past we have rented through real estate companies and not by owner. This home was much more personalized with many of the home owners belongings in dresser drawers, closets, refrigerator, pantry and bathrooms. While the home was clean we may have been more critical of the cleanliness due to covid guidelines. Used toiletries and shower sponges were left in shower, used toothbrushes and hairbrushes in bathroom drawers, and used food left out on kitchen counter and was a bit off putting, especially in a pandemic. This may just be a difference when renting through owner that we were not accustomed to when rental through more commercial outlets. Overall, the memories we made at this stunning home will last a lifetime and made for a an extremely special vacation for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

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

Stunning Home

Property was incredible and everything went smoothly. Communication was great. House was clean. Location was perfect. Everything went well! Hoping to get back to Lake Gaston again!

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

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

Lake Gaston

This was a fantastic property! All three generations loved the house, the view, the lake and especially the porches and dock!! We lived on the dock!! We definitely would recommend this house to anyone looking for a lake getaway!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

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

Family get away

We rented this property with another family, 4 adults and 4 children. There was more than enough room for everyone, and actually could have invited more. The pictures of the property are spot on... this place is awesome! As nice as the house is, the dock is even better! Large covered area with plenty of shade, deep water for jumping off the top deck, and ample dock space if you want to bring your boat. We had a blast, and hope to return next summer!

10/10 Excellent

sondra m., VIRGINIA BEACH

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

gorgeous getaway!

We had a splendid time relaxing in elegance at Goldens Retreat! So many amenities and so convenient to water rentals and grogeries. Our children especially loved jumping off the upper deck into the lake and swinging and fishing on the dock. The adults enjoyed sunbathing on the upper deck the relaxing in the comfort of the well-furnished dock. Fun for everyone!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Vickie S.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation on Lake Gaston!

You'll find I use the work "amazing" a lot! Our family of 13 had a wonderful week at this beautiful home on Lake Gaston. The kids loved the "bunkbed room" they each made their own little hideout. We discovered our skill (or lack of) of pool shooting! The gourmet kitchen was amazing and equipped with everything. The outdoor spaces were great for eating, gathering and bonfires. The Boathouse was also amazing for jumping, fishing and playing in the water. I was concerned about the depth of the water but the boathouse was very well equipped with lifejackets and floating devices not to mention the floating mat! We have taken many vacations to the beach but the family agreed this was the BEST vacation. Thanks for sharing your home
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donald N.

Spectacular Home for Vacation on Lake Gason

I owned a small home on Lake Gaston in the early 80's. I haven't been back since. I wanted to do a family vacation with our kids and Grandkids. We picked the Griffin Home and what a awesome week in a beautiful home on a breathtaking view of lake Gaston. Everyone had a amazing time. The home with all its amenities was just as advertised. The swimming and boating and Fishing was unbelievable. Our Family reunion was a huge success. Don't miss this little spot of heaven on lake Gaston. Everything about this rental week was above and beyond our expectations.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Chris D.

Gorgeous home on a quiet cove with a spacious boat house. Beautifully designed

Large and beautifully designed home that transitions to a large boat house in a quiet cove. Great for boating, paddle boarding, kayaking, swimming and fishing. Large grilling station. Fire pit that overlooks the lake. Truly a magical place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sondra m., VIRGINIA BEACH

Gorgeous luxury home; beautiful location!

Our family had a wonderful time at John Griffin's Lake Gaston home! Gorgeous decorations and many amenities--even an outside herb garden! Lots of fun for the whole family!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen Z., Wayne, NJ

This house was absolutely amazing!

So much to do without having to leave the property. Fishing, swimming, paddle boarding, floating mat and we even rented a boat for 4 days! The house is equipped with everything you need plus its beautiful inside and out! The covered dock with couches and chairs is where we spent most of our day..and when we wanted sun, we went upstairs to the rooftop deck with over-sized lounge chairs!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dawn D.

A great place for "Cousins Week"!

Beautiful home, perfect for families/ kids. We rented a boat and jet skis; a definite must for lake activities. Home was well stocked, but I would recommend bringing groceries. There is a small food lion 10 minutes away, but very little in the way of pharmacies, grocery stores etc. We enjoyed cooking family style most nights, but also boated to The Pointe for dinner one night. Overall, a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

sondra m., VIRGINIA BEACH

The property and location is absolutely gorgeous!

We have vacationed on Lake Gaston since 2010 and this home is without question the most beautiful! Truly a memorable experience for the whole family!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Angie C.

Better than the pictures!!!

By far the most beautiful home on the lake with much to offer. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Great views and a short boat ride over to The Pointe for local bands and food.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

First class luxury and comfort - second to none!

The home is beautiful with a kitchen fit for a professional chef and the outdoor dining al fresco is especially nice. The bed linens that oh-so-comfy. The views are gorgeous, the boat house is a perfect retreat for lazing away the day and the cove is fantastic for swimming. The owners have thought of everything... Can't wait to go back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sruthi M.

Great home with awesome view

It was a nice place and we had a great time with the family The house is beautifully decorated. Kids and adults had loads of fun swimming in the lake.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Wonderful Stay -- it's like a five-star hotel!

What a beautiful home -- as you can see in the amazing pictures! My wife and I stayed at the home for a few days and were simply blown away at the level of comfort, peace and quiet, and the incredible decorating. Make plans to visit the home soon -- you will thank me!

About the host

Hosted by John Griffin

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We are a family of five from San Francisco and now living in Raleigh NC. We work hard and longed for a place to relax and unwind with our children taking us away from the rigor of daily life. Working in both the creative industry and the real estate industry we designed an original home that captures our passion for living and entertaining.

Why they chose this property

We built this dream home as a way to create memories with our three kids whom are growing up faster than we ever imagined. The lot was originally used for loading crops onto Eaton's Ferry for trading up North. The original wagon wheel marks on our property inspired us to build a farmhouse. With a hint of Nantucket but the charm of the deep south, we think we've created something special and would love to share it with those who value truly special experiences.

What makes this property unique

Outdoor living room sitting on top of the lake
Sleeping Porch nestled amongst the trees
Outdoor dining under a star lit pergola
Farm house interiors including rustic floors, beams, and porches
Dockside swings

Languages:

English