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๐ŸŒ… Endless Summer-Sleeps 36-Movie Theater/Hot Tub/Game Room/New Boathouse ๐ŸŒ…

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Our waterfront home. Large gently sloping grass backyard on the water.
Hot Tub Happiness - Our New 8-Person Tub
Home Theatre - Refreshed
Shuffleboard, Air Hockey, Foosball, Darts & 3500 Classic Arcade Games
Billiards Room - Refreshed

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
11 bedrooms8+ bathroomsSleeps 36780.4 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Littleton, NC
  • Place, Lake Gaston
    โ€ช3 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Place, Kerr Lake Country Club
    โ€ช59 min driveโ€ฌ
  • Place, John H. Kerr Reservoir
    โ€ช61 min driveโ€ฌ

Rooms & beds

11 bedrooms (sleeps 36)

101 - Bedroom (1st Floor)

1 King Bed

102 - Bunkroom (1st Floor)

3 Single Bunk Beds

103 - Bedroom (1st Floor)

1 King Bed

201 - Bedroom (2nd Floor)

1 Queen Bed

202 - Bedroom (2nd Floor)

1 Queen Bed

300 - Bedroom (3rd Floor)

2 Queen Beds

301 - Master Suite #1 (3rd Floor)

1 King Bed

302 - Bedroom (3rd Floor)

1 Queen Bed

303 - Bedroom (3rd Floor)

1 Queen Bed

304 - Bedroom (3rd Floor)

4 Single Beds

305 - Bedroom (3rd Floor)

1 King Bed

Living Room Off 305

1 Queen Bed

Living Room Outside 101

1 Queen Bed

Living Room Outside 103

1 Queen Bed

8 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1 - Connected to 301

Toilet ยท Shower only

Bathroom 2 - Connected to 303

Bathtub ยท Toilet ยท Shower only

Bathroom 3 - Connected to 304 & 305

Toilet ยท Shower only

Bathroom 4 - en suite to 201

Bathtub or shower ยท Toilet

Bathroom 5 - en suite to 202

Bathtub ยท Toilet ยท Shower only

Bathroom 6 - off main kitchen / dining (2nd floor)

Toilet

Bathroom 7 - en suite to 101

Toilet ยท Shower only

Bathroom 8

Toilet ยท Shower only

Bathroom 9 - en suite to 103

Toilet ยท Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

๐ŸŒ… Endless Summer-Sleeps 36-Movie Theater/Hot Tub/Game Room/New Boathouse ๐ŸŒ…

Congrats on finding the perfect home for your large gathering. Be it a family reunion, corporate retreat, or just friends making lasting memories, Endless Summer will not disappoint. We've added every form of entertainment, every game, and every amenity to make this Lake Gaston's #1 home for Activities, Entertainment, and F-U-N! There's something for everybody, day or night, good weather and bad, all year around. Rest easy knowing your group is going to love their stay at Endless Summer and asking you to book it again next year.

This home boasts more than 8,400 square feet of luxury living, ideal for large gatherings of families and friends. It has 11 bedrooms, 20 beds +3 with sleeper sofas (sleeps 36 total), 4 living rooms, Game Room, Billiards Room, Bar Room, and Movie Theater, The property sits on more than 3 acres of land on the southeast quadrant of the lake. The panoramic view allows renters to enjoy a lake view from almost every room in the house! There are 3 stories. The top floor has 6 bedrooms, and a lakeside living room & billiards room, with 2 half-kitchens. The top floor guests also enjoy a fully covered balcony with an unmatched view of the lake. The middle floor is the heart of this home, complete with a massive double kitchen, a lakeside living room with indoor fire pit, a theatre room with 8 leather recliners, one half-bathroom, and two bedrooms with en suite full baths. Additionally, you will find a large dining area. The seating in the dining room, coupled with the kitchen will accommodate more than 50 people, perfect for a large family!! The second floor also has a large fully covered balcony with outdoor kitchen & bar and incredible views, ideal for parties and special events. Finally, on the first floor you will find two full king size suites, each with an adjacent large living room and en suite baths. There is also a bunk room on the first floor with 6 beds suitable for adults, teens or children. And just outside the bunk room youโ€™ll find a desk in a quiet nook to knock out some work-from-โ€œhomeโ€ business. There is also a โ€œTiki Barโ€ & Game Room featuring Air Hockey, Foosball, Multicade with over 3500 classic arcade games, Shuffleboard, Darts, and Ping Pong (outside). We also have a full sized Pickleball set that guests can play in the driveway. When you step out of the back of this house you will find a massive backyard with a beautiful patio area, perfect for cornhole, volleyball and other yard games. We have Cornhole, Kan Jam, Poleski Bottle Bash/Beersbee, Bocce, Competition-Quality Volleyball, Mega Pong, pop-up soccer net, Rollers and more! The house is equipped with stainless appliances, 18 flat-screen HDTVs throughout, and upscale furnishings. This home has been designed and built to accommodate a very large family or a group of families. It is ideal for family reunions or a corporate retreat. And we just completely renovated our boathouse, adding a rooftop deck & outdoor living room, making it an amazing place to spend an afternoon or evening.

Highlights
๐Ÿ“8,400 heated square feet
๐Ÿ›Œ 11 bedrooms, 20 beds
๐Ÿ”ฅ Large lakeside firepit
โ™จ๏ธ 8-Person Hot Tub!!!
๐Ÿ“ฝ๏ธ Home Theater
โ˜‚๏ธ Additional 2,600 sq feet of covered porches & balcony
๐Ÿฅฉ Outdoor kitchen with grilling station (propane included)
๐ŸงŠ Commercial ice maker to fuel your lake cooler
๐Ÿšถ๐Ÿฝโ€โ™€๏ธFlat lot is perfect for easy walks down to lake & back
๐Ÿ›ถ SUPs and Kayaks -.BYO life jackets. We supply Adult Universal Size jackets, but not other sizes.
๐Ÿ‘ช Easy shallow water lake entry, great for little kids
๐Ÿš˜ Huge parking area in driveway for 20+cars
๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿณ Fully equipped kitchens
๐Ÿงป Bathrooms: 8-full/ 1 half
๐Ÿ“ถ Wi-Fi: high speed spectrum throughout house and property
๐Ÿ“บ 16 HDTVโ€™s throughout (Fire Sticks & Roku)
๐Ÿ‘ถ๐Ÿป High Chair and Pack n Play
๐Ÿงฆ 2 Full Sized Washers & Dryers
๐ŸŠโ€โ™€๏ธ Great swimming in clean lake water
๐ŸŒฝ Custom Cornhole Game
๐ŸŽฑ Regulation Pool Table
๐Ÿฅ… Air Hockey
๐Ÿ’ฟ Shuffleboard
โšฝ Foosball
๐ŸŽฏ Darts
๐Ÿ•น๏ธ Arcade with 3,500 Games
๐Ÿฅ’ Pickleball
๐Ÿ“ Ping Pong
๐ŸŸก Spike Ball
๐Ÿฅค Mega Pong
๐Ÿ Yard Games Galore!
๐Ÿฅ Frisbeer/ Bottle Bash
๐Ÿฅซ Kan Jam
๐ŸŽฒ Board Games
โšช Bocce
โšฝ๐Ÿˆ๐Ÿฅ Soccer, Football, Frisbee
๐Ÿธ Large back lawn play area
๐ŸŽฃ Fishing
โ›ณ 3 Golf Courses in area


Explore the lake by boat, 34-miles long, 350 miles of shoreline. Birds (eagles, herons, ospreys++, and animal life along the way)

Minimum age of primary renter: 27 (Responsible Party Must Stay On Property Entire Rental Period)
We cater to Family groups, Multi-Family groups, Corporate groups, and other groups approved by owner only.
Photo ID Required
Swimming, use of Kayaks/SUPs Floating Mat, and Hot Tub, all at your own risk (as per our insurance company)

Prohibited
*No fraternities, sororities, or similar college organizations at our home. No college, high school, youth groups allowed.
*No pets.
*No smoking.
*No RVs on property. Our guest maximum, day or night, should never exceed the overnight house maximum without written permission from host.

Provided With Your Stay: Bath Towels, Hand Towels and Washcloths, Bath Mats, and Kitchen Linens are provided. Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Trash Bags and More will be initially provided to get your stay off the ground. Professional cleaning service is provided after every guest stay.

Location
Perfectly protected from main lake traffic by a big, beautiful cove (Poe Creek) which is widely regarded as the top water on Lake Gaston. Large enough to ski on and less than a one-minute boat ride from main lake action.
When looking at a map of Lake Gaston, our home is located on the SE Quad of the lake just south of mile marker 4 near Goat Island.
Located just 10 miles from I-95 off the Roanoke Rapids exit. Weโ€™re very easy to access for both North & South vacationers.

Please check out our other home Viewtopia (VRBO # 3374269) and our friends Vicki & Chris have 2 of the finest properties on the lake as well - MacDaddy (VRBO# 294173) and Summer Place (VRBO #190715).

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0โ€“17
We do not own baby gates.
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events must be approved (additional fee may apply)
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Set all thermostats to Eco mode: Press dial in-->Turn dial to Leaf icon-->Select All. Move all furniture and items, inside and out, back to original locations. (Fee Applies)
Leave dirty sheets/pillow cases/towels near the laundry room floor in separate piles. Leave bed spreads, decorative pillow cases, zippered protectors on the pillows/mattresses, please. (Fee Applies)
Trash/Recycling cans are @the entrance. Guest can roll cans to the house, but must return them. Pls put them next to the street on Sunday night. All trash must fit in cans so critters can't get it.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No fraternities, sororities, or similar college organizations at our home.
Events allowed. Events must be approved (additional fee may apply)

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Events must be approved (additional fee may apply)
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

Littleton

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Timber Creek, a neighbourhood in Littleton. Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail and Royal Palace Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chockoyotte Country Club and Weldon Mills Distillery. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Littleton, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Rosemont Vineyards - 41 min drive - 47.8 km
  • Village View Mansion House - 47 min drive - 63.8 km
  • Kerr Lake Country Club - 59 min drive - 69.1 km
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 61 min drive - 63.8 km

Getting around

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • โ€ชWATERSVIEW - โ€ฌ23 min drive
  • โ€ชLake Gaston Pizza - โ€ฌ26 min drive
  • โ€ชSubway - โ€ฌ24 min drive
  • โ€ชHardee's - โ€ฌ14 min drive
  • โ€ชLake Gaston Coffee Company - โ€ฌ25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ๐ŸŒ… Endless Summer-Sleeps 36-Movie Theater/Hot Tub/Game Room/New Boathouse ๐ŸŒ… pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at ๐ŸŒ… Endless Summer-Sleeps 36-Movie Theater/Hot Tub/Game Room/New Boathouse ๐ŸŒ…?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ๐ŸŒ… Endless Summer-Sleeps 36-Movie Theater/Hot Tub/Game Room/New Boathouse ๐ŸŒ…?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ๐ŸŒ… Endless Summer-Sleeps 36-Movie Theater/Hot Tub/Game Room/New Boathouse ๐ŸŒ…?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is ๐ŸŒ… Endless Summer-Sleeps 36-Movie Theater/Hot Tub/Game Room/New Boathouse ๐ŸŒ… located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly holiday home is steps from Lake Gaston and 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from Goat Island. Chockoyotte Country Club and Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home great for hosting larger groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breelyn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a lovely time at the venue and the hosts were gracious in answering questions that had already been answered (oops, thanks guys!) There were so many thoughtfully included items and the house itself was sparkling clean. Already planning to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay !! The property and amenities were amazing! Absolutely loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kelli Z.

Beautiful wedding weekend!

This home was absolutely beautiful and perfect for our small intimate wedding. Danny was very responsive and assisted with anything we needed quickly!

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We brought 4 generations of family to Endless Summer for a wedding and celebration. The house was amazingโ€ฆ.perfectly laid out and appointed for large families. The location and property was perfect. Communication with host (Danny) was easy and he was great to coordinate with. He went above and beyond to make sure our stay was wonderful. Would give our highest recommendation for this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John M.

Wonderful family reunion at a fantastic house!

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Endless Summer property. The house and grounds were wonderful and just as described in the posting. The kitchen was well stocked and the kitchen view of the lake was great. The hosts were very responsive to our questions during our stay and even arranged for an additional lawn cutting service so the kids could enjoy some epic soccer matches. We would definitely consider returning to this property.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie N.

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

Perfect Spot for a Small Wedding

We hosted our small wedding at this property and couldnโ€™t have asked for a better experience. The property photographed beautifully and we had plenty of space for our guests to relax and enjoy the weekend. The house was spotless, well-maintained, and located on a great part of the lake. Everyone had a great time, and the host was incredibly helpful and responsive throughout the entire process. This is a perfect spot for a small wedding or special gathering, and we would absolutely recommend it to others!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Fantastic Rental

My extended family of 30 people, ages 6 weeks to 84 years old, thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Endless Summer. The layout of the house provided lots of room and privacy for everyone. The double kitchen in the center of the house was well equipped to handle cooking and serving all our meals, even having items like an air fryer, griddles, etc. There were multiple fridges throughout the house, two on the main floor, and one or two on the other two floors. And there was sooo much to do.... inside there was pool and a movie room, video games, board games; outside there was swimming in the lake, corn hole, ping pong, a hot tub. We also rented a boat one day and jet skis another. And the decks which run the whole length of the house on every floor were wonderful to hang out on and watch those playing in the yard and lake. We had a week of fantastic weather which made being outside great and somehow there were NO bugs! We played lots of games, caught up on each other's lives, celebrated a birthday, and made lots of memories. Thank you so much!

10/10 Excellent

Drury A.

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

Awesome property and responsive owner

The house was magnificent and very clean. The owner was very responsive. There were many activities available to us. A+ all the way
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacquelyn t.

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

Fall Family

Beautiful place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica L.

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

Wedding Weeking on the Lake

We had a great time celebrating our wedding. The property is prefect for hosting a small intimate event.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth N.

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

Everything I could have dreamed of

Booked this house because it was the only house I could find that could accommodate all of our family members and a few friends comfortably, couples got their own room as well as so many bathrooms to accommodate. They also allowed events, which we booked to have our wedding. This was the PERFECT house for our wedding, it was gorgeous inside and out. Owners were so easy to communicate with and answered questions and concerns in a timely fashion. I cried when I first walked in the house because it was as even better than the photos. If you want a legit dream wedding, book this house, invite your family and friends and I promise you wonโ€™t be disappointed. Dream come true, thank you Vedra Family
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul M.

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

Family reunion for 30

Excellent house that slept all 30 of us comfortably.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Belinds J.

Something for everyone. Plenty of space for living, playing and sleeping. Great place.

This is a great place for large gathering. All ages really enjoyed the stay.deep and shallow water. Oweners very responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

Outstanding Property

We had the most incredible stay at this beautiful house! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the vast spaceโ€”perfect for our group of 16. The open layout made it easy for everyone to find their perfect spot, whether for relaxing, dining, or enjoying each other's company. The backyard was absolutely stunning, and we spent a majority of time outside, taking in the great views of the water or enjoying some fun with the games and activities available on-site. From the arcade area to outdoor games, there was no shortage of entertainment to keep us all engaged and having fun. We couldnโ€™t have asked for a better place for our group getaway! Highly recommend it to anyone looking to gather a large group together!

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

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

Family Reunion

Beautiful setting and large enough that with good weather we had plenty to do inside and outside. Thank you for making this property available to our three generation family.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fritts M.

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

Cozy and luxurious

My coworkers and I stayed here for our semesters end getaway. Really enjoyed ourselves and the property definitely delivered. Lake in the background as we relaxed and bbqโ€™d was an unbeatable experience. Will def be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Heaven on Earth

wonderful in every way; beautiful and absolutely met every one of our needs and dreams.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bhargava C.

Outstanding !!!

Great fun in a relaxing atmosphere. The rooms were plenty and everything that we could think of was readily available. Would definitely recommend for large groups.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

8/10 Good

Debra Y.

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

Fun week in Lake Gaston!

There were 20 of us that stayed in the house and it is so large that we all felt we had our own space. The yard was perfect, dock was easily accessible, driveway had plenty of room, it was in a good location, quiet, the owners made it very easy to check in and just enjoy our vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

James D.

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

Fantastic family reunion

This property was fabulous !! It is everything that the description promises. From the perfect lake location, to the incredibly fun boathouse allowing for good safe fun for the kids, to the great backyard for games, to the large central gathering spot kitchen, to the fun movie theater, to the comfortable room accommodationโ€™s- and so much more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth F.

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

Amazing House!

My husband and I celebrated our wedding here with close friends and family this place was the perfect place to have it! The house was clean, beds were so comfortable! We absolutely loved the boat house and fire pit so many wonderful memories made here! Perfect place to spend quality time with friends and family! That kitchen was so big! All of us were able to cook together and eat together! Would 1000%stay here again!!! Thank you for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great family get-away!

The house is beautiful! More than enough room for the 30 of us. Beautiful views from most rooms in the house. Well-stocked with towels, sheets, and what you might need for cooking.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Emma D.

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

A Great Spot for Our Company Retreat

This house was perfect for our annual corporate retreat for our small company! Everyone had plenty of room to spread out and we enjoyed making team dinners in the big kitchen. The views of the lake were so pretty in the mornings and we loved that we could float in the water by the dock. Thanks again for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sheila M.

Excellent property for large groups

We had a great time at this property. The house was spacious, clean and had tons of amenities. There were extra linens, towels and plenty of space within each room. The dock, slide, kayaks and paddle board were a hit! The outside patio was beautiful and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016

About the host

Hosted by Vedra Family LKG

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Hello & Welcome to the Endless Summer. After spending 20 years in the hospitality business, my wife and I decided to get our own piece of the vacation paradise market so we can provide a wonderful location for gatherings for friends and families. My business has always been to facilitate wonderful memories that last a lifetime and I know you'll create them here at the Endless Summer.

Why they chose this property

We've vacationed at Carolina beaches for years, and there really is something unique & special about Lake Gaston. The fresh water swims, the tall oak trees you can steal an afternoon nap under, the cool breeze providing perfect shade temperatures on those 90ยฐ summer days, and combine that with this house being on the best cove on Lake Gaston and the short but gentle slope down to the water making it a breeze for all family members to get into the water.

What makes this property unique

This home was designed to bring people together, which is what we want to do. From its massive double kitchen which is the central hub of the home, to the 6 living rooms, the home theatre, the fire pit, and the game room, there's no shortage of areas for friends and families to gather to make their memories of a lifetime. And we intend to make some amazing additions to this property over the next couple of years so stay tuned!

Languages:

English, Spanish

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