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Mountain Island Lake Lodge: Private Dock, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Family Fun!

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A wooden cabin interior with a fireplace, a sofa, and a dining area.
A wooden interior with a kitchen area, including cabinets, a countertop, and a sink.
A wooden interior with a stone wall and a wooden staircase.
A stone staircase with wooden railings leading to a dock area by a lake, surrounded by trees and greenery.
A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden staircase, and a cozy seating area.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Top-rated comfy beds
    Guests liked the comfy beds here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Latta Nature Preserve
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Deck or patio
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Huntersville, NC
  • Place, Latta Nature Preserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Mountain Island Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Rural Hill Nature Preserve
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlotte, NC (CLT-Charlotte-Douglas Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 - Loft, 2 Queens, 1 Twin (loft)

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2 - Main, 1 Queen

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 - Lake, King and Sofa Bed (twin)

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Loft

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2 - Main

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo

Bathroom 3 - Lake

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Dining area

About this property

Mountain Island Lake Lodge: Private Dock, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Family Fun!

This beautifully restored modern lake front log cabin is a fishing, kayaking, and water sports paradise on Mountain Island Lake. The home boasts professionally designed and decorated spaces both indoors and out, that are perfect for gathering with friends and family. Step outside to grill while enjoying the water from the large deck, hop in the water off the private dock with included kayaks and stand-up paddle boards, then end the day by the fire pit as the sun begins to set. Directly across the lake is undisturbed shoreline of nearby nature preserve, Latta Plantation, including miles of hiking trails. For a night out, drive 20 minutes to uptown for all that Charlotte has to offer!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Lake Front | Private Dock | 1,600 Sq Ft

The location of this Mountain Island Lake home makes it an excellent choice for a relaxed family getaway! The home includes all the amenities to take full advantage of the picturesque setting on Mountain Island Lake.

BEDS/BATHS: *All King/Queen beds are new Casper Mattresses* Bedroom 1: 2 Queen Beds, Twin Bed (loft), Office, Ensuite with shower | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed, Ensuite with shower and jetted tub | Bedroom 3: King Bed, Sofa Bed (twin), Ensuite with shower and walk-in closet

OUTDOOR SPACE: Large deck, outdoor dining on two levels, Weber propane grill, wood burning fire pit, private dock and beach, adirondack chairs.

LAKE TOYS: stand-up paddle boards, 5 kayaks (3 adult single, 1 adult double, 1 child), jon boat, various lake floats, large float mat, and life vests (adult and child sizes).

INDOOR LIVING: Fully updated interior, high-end amenities, and Smart TVs in living room and all bedrooms

KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances, stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, Vitamix blender, Keurig/Nespresso coffee maker

GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary dishwasher and laundry soap, central air conditioning/heating

FAQ: Stairs required to access bedrooms & bathrooms (one bedroom and bathroom on each level, three floors total), additional ladder to access the loft space with twin bed, 1 external security cameras (Doorbell - facing outward)

PARKING: Cement parking pad (4 vehicles) Gravel parking pad (3 vehicles)

CHILD ACCESSORIES: Complimentary pack n play including sheet set, highchair that attaches to dining table and restaurant style highchair, child size flatware, sippy cups and bowls. Don’t miss the ladder and loft area with twin bed, a kid favorite.

-- THE LOCATION --

TO DO & SEE: Carolina Raptor Center (4 miles), Birkdale Village: Outdoor shopping, dining, movie theater and entertainment (7 miles), NASCAR Hall of Fame (15 miles), U.S. National Whitewater Center: hiking trails, white water rafting, ziplines, ropes course, rock wall climbing, dining (15 miles)

CHARLOTTE ATTRACTIONS: Discovery Place Science Museum (14 miles), SEA LIFE Centre (15 miles), Carowinds (27 miles)

HISTORICAL: Historic Latta Plantation (4 miles), Memory Lane Museum (20 miles), Mundy House and History Center of Eastern Lincoln County (18 miles)

AIRPORT: Charlotte Douglas International Airport (17 miles)

Mountain Island Lake is just south of Lake Norman and just north of Lake Wylie. Mountain Island Lake is the source of Charlotte’s drinking water and prohibits commercial operations, resulting in the cleanest water around.

-- POLICIES --
- No pets
- No large gatherings over 15 people
- Must be at least 18 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 1 exterior security cameras, located on the front porch facing the front entry and driveway, which records video only.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Fires are not allowed inside the home. Fires are allowed outside; please use the provided solo stove in the gravel fire pit area.
Confetti and glitter are not allowed inside or outside the home, including decks, dock and beach area.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3385287vb
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: 15
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 and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Huntersville

Huntersville is home to this holiday home. Discovery Place Kids and Birkdale Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Concord Mills and Northlake Mall. Check out an event or a game at Bank of America Stadium, and consider making time for NASCAR Hall of Fame, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Huntersville, NC

What's nearby

  • Latta Nature Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mountain Island Lake - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Rural Hill Nature Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Lake Norman - 12 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Spectrum Center - 25 min drive - 30.5 km

Getting around

  • Charlotte Station - 24 min drive
  • Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (CLT) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Canal Coffee Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪First Watch Breakfast - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Island Lake Lodge: Private Dock, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Family Fun! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Island Lake Lodge: Private Dock, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Family Fun!?

As of 24 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Island Lake Lodge: Private Dock, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Family Fun! on 8 November 2026 start from NZ$2,986, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Mountain Island Lake Lodge: Private Dock, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Family Fun!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Island Lake Lodge: Private Dock, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Family Fun!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Island Lake Lodge: Private Dock, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Family Fun!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Island Lake Lodge: Private Dock, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Family Fun! located?

Situated in Huntersville, this holiday home is steps from Mountain Island Lake and within 3 mi (5 km) of Rural Hill and Latta Nature Preserve. Catawba River is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super quiet getaway. Nice and clean. Would definitely go back to this cabin while visiting.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love, love, love this beautiful, peaceful and well appointed lakehouse!Three full bathrooms to go with the three bedrooms was perfect for our three couples. The owners were super helpful making for an easy and smooth check-in, and were available if we needed anything. But we didn’t because everything was in place and the house was well supplied for cooking, relaxing and playing. Fabulous property and experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cabin on Mountain Island Lake. It is well furnished and the living/sleeping areas were perfect for us. It was a bonus to have the dock and be able to dock our boat right at the property for the week. The lake was not busy at all, even surprisingly over the holiday weekend. Meredith was wonderful to work with and she communicated quickly when we had questions. We would definitely stay at the cabin again when we are in the area.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2026
That is so great to hear that ya'll had a wonderful stay! And I see from your photos that you found the sand bar on the lake; a family favorite spot. You were lovely guests and we would gladly host your family again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 5 had a great time at the Mountain Island Lake Lodge! The kitchen was well stocked with appliances & cookware, and the beds were very comfortable. We all enjoyed the location right on the lake and had a great time using the kayaks and paddle boards. The property owners were very communicative with detailed instructions, and quick to respond to any questions or issues that we had. Would highly recommend for a family getaway - close enough to Charlotte but close to lots of nature preserves - best of both worlds!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Meredith was very informative and the place was beautiful. She was very accommodating and responsive to everything! Appreciate the weekend we had celebrating 2 loved lives lost!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful week at Mountain Island Lake Lodge! Meredith is very easy to work with and the house is very clean and inviting. It’s perfect for 3 couples or a family!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic place

We host a small group of teenagers and they loved their time in the lake. This is the place to be!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun and lovely place

This place had all the amenities for a fun family vacation with plenty of space, places to hang out, and things to do, from the kayaks to the yard games and the fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great family trip right on the lake!

We visited with our two teens and two babies and it was perfect for everyone! The house was clean and beautiful and my teens loved the lake life for the week! We would definitely visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

More beautiful than the pictures show!

We will be back, we LOVED this rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Work retreat

The house was great. The location was on the water and very peaceful. The host was very responsive. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was well stocked with essentials and everything was easy to locate or had handy labels to help! The layout was perfect for two families with kids who could share a sleeping space. The beds were comfortable, great water pressure and the location was great. Getting what you needed was no more than 10-15 minutes away but once you were back at the cabin it felt like you were far away from city life. Hanging out by the lake and fire pit was just what we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Stay

This was a great vacation at a quiet, clean and comfortable house on the lake. We had everything we needed at the house to enjoy our stay. Plenty of space, cooking and dining utensils, outdoor activities and entertainment. Hosts were very easy to communicate with and made sure everything was ready as promised. A must stay if you are in the Charlotte area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We come to this property annually and have been doing so for the last two years. The host is amazing, and provides us with quick communication and responses. This property is well stocked and immaculate! The beds are so comfortable and the pillows are perfect. We will continue to come to this property, not only because of the beautiful location, but because of this host and how well she keeps her property.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect place for fun

This house was absolutely perfect for us. All of the water toys were in great condition. It had a beautiful view, the house was clean, The communication was clear, and it was very well equipped. I would definitely stay there again. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway!

Great location and beautiful property. My dad loved being able to fish and loved the house as well as the rest of us! It made my trip special when I made his day. Making memories is such a blessing!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 November 2023
Shelly, I'm so happy you and your family enjoyed the lake house! You were wonderful guests and we'd love to host you again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Clean and comfortable! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Race Weekend

3 couples came down for the World of Outlaws National Finals. The house was perfect for our group to enjoy the outdoor space and a quick 25 minute drive to the track. Accommodations were perfect for 3 couples! Thank you Meredith and Bryan
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Making memories

Definitely would recommend. All 3 generations wore very happy. Beautiful cabin , house well equipped and outdoor activities for everyone. My 7 year old granddaughter was in heaven . Great place to get away to relax while having some fun. Good work out walking up from lake to the cabin. Close enough to stores and restaurants and 1/2 hr to beautiful Charlotte
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice

Girlfriends weekend. Weather wasn’t great so we couldn’t go outside much. Neighborhood wasn’t great but it was fine overall.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Vacation!

We absolutely enjoyed our time at the lake. The property exceeded our expectations. The house itself was welcoming and a great place to relax. We loved that there were kayaks and paddleboards for us to use. We also enjoyed the beanbag and putt-putt golf games. The dock was a great place to relax under the umbrella throughout the day. The lake never seemed too busy in this area, so it was mostly quiet and peaceful. The house is a short drive to several little towns where you can walk around or go to restaurants.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loch Norman highland games

Chose this rental for the location. Perfect choice! The house is fabulous. Spotlessly clean. Nicely decorated. Comfortable beds. Everything you could need for a relaxing stay. Truly felt like staying at a friends home. Quiet neighborhood and great view from the deck. Meredith was very attentive, keeping in touch. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rough trip but smooth location

We had a few members of our group fall sick with Covid, but Meredith was very helpful with how quickly she communicated. Oh. I suggest you add lighting down at the dock. It's insanely dark at night and a little dangerous for boaters.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

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