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The perfect Lake Gaston family getaway!

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Beautiful and unique Northern Cove Retreat sits on a flat lake front property
Dock has plenty of room for sun and shade seating. Quiet for safe swimming!
The tarzan swing is ready to launch you into the deep water!
The view up the quiet Cove. Safe and fun swimming all day long!
Hanging swing on the dock

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Littleton, NC
  • Lake Gaston
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Rosemont Vineyards
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The perfect Lake Gaston family getaway!

A perfect family retreat tucked away in beautiful Northern Cove! With only a few paddles to get to the main lake, our house is situated perfectly in a quiet, tranquil cove and ready for a memorable family vacation. This is a newer listing and set up based on years of renting other properties. Everything is here to enjoy Lake Gaston to the fullest!

It is just a short, flat, easy walk down to the double boathouse which hosts plenty of shade and sun seating options. All the toys are down by the dock; 2 kayaks, 2 stand up paddleboards, a big foam floating mat, two pedal boats and don’t forget about the custom Tarzan swing to launch off the dock and into the water!! Refrigerator and stereo system are inside the boathouse along with a variety of life jackets, a pull behind tube for the boat and tow ropes. There are tie ups on one side of the dock for your boat.

A fire pit rests in between the tall pines just off the water. Plenty of firewood is available for evening story telling.

Two brand new grills are on the deck just off the kitchen for easy access. A propane grill for every day cooking and a Traeger wood pellet smoker for the more serious outdoor chef. Plenty of propane and pellets are on site!

A massive screened in porch gives a quiet lake view. The 4 hanging chairs are a comfy treat! Corn hole boards and bags are hanging up.

Plenty of eating locations are available whether it be on the dock, the screened in porch, the back deck, the 12 seater dining room table or the lake view breakfast nook. Food lion and a variety of restaurants and food trucks are all within a 5 minute drive. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the supplies to bring a feast together. Coffee makers, air fryer, crock pot, blender, waffle maker, s’more sticks, measuring cups, meat thermometer, cheese grater, it is all in there!

The master suite is on the main floor with a king bed and ensuite full bathroom. Another full bathroom is just off the kitchen and dining room. Upstairs hosts three separate rooms sharing two full bathrooms. At the top of the stairs there is a landing room with a twin trundle bed. This is a great space for children that want to be closer to their parents and we do not count this as an official bedroom. Walking through this room you pass a full bathroom with a classic stone chimney. The far room has a queen size bed and large screen TV. The third, lake view room also has a queen bed with a half bath connected. A private room connected to this third bedroom looks over the lake with a craw foot tub/shower and yet another single bed with a trundle. The basement is set up as a bunk room and has two, twin over twin bunks and one twin over full bunk. There are plenty of games, toys and a TV in the basement. All of these rooms can be closed off individually with doors.

The garage is set up for fun! A pool/air hockey combo table is alongside a beautiful Stiga ping pong table. A 50 inch tv is ready for your gaming system from home. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Ms. Pacman arcade games are primed to bring back childhood memories. Two bikes (one adult, one kid) are available for a pedal up the road.

The living room hosts quaint Northern Cove views from the super comfortable leather sectional. A new 75” Roku TV is ready to sign into whatever app you want for evening movie watching. A wireless mesh network is setup producing speeds over 220 mb’s all the way down to the dock without issue. An office space is right around the corner from the living room and can be sectioned off with doors.

We have a pack ‘n play crib available (sheets included), a toddler bed, and one booster seat that straps onto a chair. Full size washer and dryer are in the closet off the master suite.

Only 5 minutes from Food lion, the dollar store and the ABC store. Public boat ramp also only minutes away.

Please no smoking in the house or on the screened in porch. Sorry no pets. Lake Gaston Dog Boarding is about 20 minutes away if you wanted to keep your buddy local for visits. https://lkgdogboarding.com/

Check in is at 4:00 pm and check out is at 10:00 am. June through August we offer a 6 night minimum starting on Sunday’s.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Gym
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
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 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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Henrico

Quail Ridge, a neighbourhood in Henrico, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Gaston and Goat Island, while Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail and Royal Palace Theatre are cultural highlights.
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Littleton, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Rosemont Vineyards - 28 min drive - 26.2 km
  • Medoc Mountain State Park - 48 min drive - 48.3 km
  • VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital - 54 min drive - 61.4 km
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 61 min drive - 58.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪WATERSVIEW - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lake Gaston Coffee Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Gus’s Diner - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sanders - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The perfect Lake Gaston family getaway! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The perfect Lake Gaston family getaway!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The perfect Lake Gaston family getaway!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The perfect Lake Gaston family getaway! located?

Located in Henrico, this family-friendly holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Gaston, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Goat Island and Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail. South Hill Model Train Museum and La Crosse Town 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

Dorinda W.

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

Great for Family Memories

Thanks so much to our great host for providing such a wonderful place for our family vacation. The house was very clean and there were lots of water amenities and a plethora of things for the kids and adults to do. We will definitely come back to make more great family memories.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 3 generations enjoyed a week at this great lake house. The home has a unique layout, and a casual lake feel that fit our family group well, with bedrooms and extra sleeping spaces spread out across 3 levels. Plenty of space indoors and out for a large group gathering. Highlights of the home - the many dock amenities for endless fun in the water, the garage game room with many activities, and the pleasant screened porch. The kitchen is well supplied and the house very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley P.

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

Great spot on the cove!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful house! The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked, but the highlight was the game room and the water toys. The Party Pad and foam mat were so much fun, and the kayaks and paddle boards definitely added to the enjoyment!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Favorite place so far

Very clean, great location, host is very helpful, will 100% book again This is our favorite lake house so far !
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

steve l.

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

Great location and loads of games and activities

All the amenities for a nice stay and tesponsive owner
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Great week

We enjoyed a very clean house, a very easy entry, and wonderful water toys. The week was enjoyed by all!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation Home

Beautiful house, beautiful setting. Comfortably provided room for 12 will all the comforts of home. Hours of fun for all on the paddle boards, paddle boats and kayaks in a wonderfully secluded cove just minutes off the main lake. Definitely a place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyrielle D.

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

Fantastic family getaway

The property is hands down one of the best properties I have stayed in. It is perfect for families, very clean, so much space and a ton of fun things to do in the lake! The owner was fantastic- great communication and a very easy check in/check out process.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

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

Lots of little touches

We loved our stay. And appreciated the little things that made everything easier and more enjoyable - linens were provided and beds were made, kitchen was well-stocked, lots of tvs that were easy to use, many life jackets in a variety of sizes, firewood and pellets for the smoker available, super simple check out, so many games and puzzles. Chris was so friendly and very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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

Great Family Spot

Great place! Great time! I would give more stars if I could.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

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

July Vacation

Beautiful property and house. Everything was clean and overall maintained extremely well. Plenty of things to do on rainy days as well as paddle boards, kayaks etc. Great property for huge families with kids too. Very convenient to shopping, We had an amazing week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vinny S.

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

Family Wedding on Lake Gaston

We were in town for a family wedding and found this great property nearby the wedding site. Perfect location, everything you could possibly need and owners were outstanding throughout the entire process. House is very spacious and they have thought of everything to make your stay a great experience. Highly recommend this property
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

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

Awesome week on the Lake

This an an awesome house with plenty to do even on a Rainy day. Host was amazing, his boat was also amazing!!!!! Will definitely vacation at this house again in the future….
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

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

Great Family Getaway

This house has a quirky layout, but it worked nicely for us. And this is the best outfitted house that I have ever rented. It has everything for both indoor and outdoor activities. We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E.

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

This property is perfect for a lake getaway.

This house has everything you could ever want with plenty of space, games galore, and a beautiful dock with all the water toys and accessories you need. The host was wonderful and quick with his responses. I highly recommend this property for your next stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

Amazing House with everything you could need!

House has very high end accommodations and tons of amenities. All spaces are very comfortable and beds are amazing. Plenty of space to park vehicles. Waking is not issue with dock at end of cove.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Amazing Experience Start to Finish

For the past 6 years, my family and I have rented a house on Lake Gaston just about every year for the week of 4th of July. We have yet to find a house that we leave thinking “let’s come back to this house next year”. Until now. Northern Cove Retreat is and has everything we could ever want or need. I have learned a lot from each different rental over the years, every year I add new things to my lake packing list for the next year and was sure this year would be my year for finally thinking of everything. And I did…but so have the owners of this home. They have thought of everything and more and you will be hard pressed to find something you need they don’t have waiting for you there (believe me, I tried. Trying to find something I had that the house didn’t became like a little competition for me during our first few days there, there were times I’d think I’d found the thing they didn’t have that I had - thank goodness for me saving the day - thought to bring only only to discover that, nope, it was already there. Eventually I gave up because the owners/house had clearly thought of literally everything I had and more). From a really well stocked pantry (PAM, cooking and spice cabinet and The check out process was hands down the easiest, most uncomplicated check out process I have ever experienced. It’s almost like the owners have read every negative review of other homes and gone above and beyond to ensure they’re providing an experience that is the exact opposite of those.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

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

Excellent Getaway

We had a great time! The house was very clean, comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. The lake was a lot of fun and being able to rent the Pontoon Boat was a big plus. Chris was very easy to communicate with and responded quickly. We hope to rent this property again very soon.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

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

Family Reunion

This was a great house for us (4 adults and 3 kids). The layout is a bit quirky, but it has EVERYTHING that you could want - great kitchen, multiple TVs, a game room, a dock with boats (and potential boat rentals), comfortable beds, and an attentive owner. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles P.

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

Super Family Weekend

We had a wonderful time, The house has plenty of room for 8. It’s clean and well maintained. We enjoyed the water toys. This is our 2nd stay. We plan to make it a yearly event.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane f., cary, NC

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

great house on the water

The layout of the house was quirky but worked well for our family of 5 adults and 2 kids. Very comfortable and welcoming. Super clean. Linens provided. Nice set up for watching march madness basketball on big screen tv. Kitchen very well equipped. Nice to be able to rent pontoon boat directly from owner and avoid the marina. Owner very responsive and welcoming. Wonderful spring break getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily A., Raleigh

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

Everything you could want and then some.

This house is great. The owner was excellent - great communication and quick to respond. Being able to rent the owner’s boat with tube and 2 seadoos was amazing. Couldn’t have been easier. There’s also a lake mat, paddle boats, and Tarzan swing. My kids and I were in heaven.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Family lake house trip

The stay was great. The bedrooms and bathrooms were set up perfectly for 4 separate families to stay in! The screened in porch was great to contain the little rascals running around. The game was was a great addition and the option to rent jet skis and a pontoon boat was on point. Chris, the owner, answers all our needs very promptly ! No compliants :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S., Wake Forest, NC

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

Perfect House and Location for Families!

Our long holiday weekend stay with family and friends was wonderful! The house had a great layout for our group and even better location on the lake. We have a personal boat at the lake that broke day 2 of our visit. Chris was very quick to respond to messages and renting the tritoon for the remainder of our time there was a breeze. We look forward to coming back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Misty J.

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

Wonderful house

House was very clean and well organized. We had 10 adults and there was plenty of space for our gathering. The pool table and ping pong table were a hit. The young adults enjoyed all of the water toys provided. Chris was super responsive and a perfect host. Would definitely rent this house again and highly recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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