On lake.At this Lake Norman of Catawba vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Norman and 3 miles (5 km) of Long Island Access Area. Long Island Marina and Sherrills Ford Optimist Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
University of North Carolina at Charlotte - 48 min drive - 79.9 km
Getting around
Concord, NC (USA-Concord Regional) - 60 min drive
Restaurants
Kat's Patch Restaurant - 17 min drive
Waterside Bar & Grill - 6 min drive
The Gold Mine Store & Grill - 8 min drive
The Cedar Stump Pub - 19 min drive
Dixie’s Fish & Chicken - 18 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
5-Bedroom Custom Lakefront Home on Lake Norman-Private Dock, PaddleBoards/Kayaks
Sit back and relax in our custom waterfront Lake Norman Home! This luxurious retreat on Lake Norman is perfect for gathering with family and friends or to get away from the hustle and bustle to enjoy the peace and quiet of the lake. Enjoy convenience of renting a boat, jet ski, etc. in the same cove we are in or contact https://www.lakeeffectsboatrentals.com/ to have your favorite water sport delivered to you free of charge with a weekly rental. Our lake house is in a quiet neighborhood, and fully equipped with everything you could ask for. A chef’s kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances on main level with large, magnificent ceilings and windows looking out to the lake, open entertainment area with 70” smart TV and huge custom built dining table with seating for 15+ overflowing into an entertaining deck with new Trex decking, a teak dining table for 12 and comfy chairs to relax and enjoy the lake view! For the grill master, we have a grilling deck just outside the main kitchen with a gas grill for your use. Lower level also has fully equipped kitchen and wet bar coupled with a huge projector TV and screen, dart board, built in wine rack. Enjoy the entertainment area with a Foosball Table, Shuffleboard and walk out covered patio with lounging area and lake view. There are steps to the main home entry as well as to the dock. Our house has 5 bedrooms and 3 baths and sleeps 9 adults and 6 kids comfortably. The spacious bedrooms include a master suite with a king bed and luxurious bathroom with double walk-in shower and a large soaking tub. A queen bedroom, bunk room with 3 double bunk beds and a separate full bath on the main. Lower level includes 2 queen bedrooms, 1 with an additional fold-out sofa with twin bed and a beautiful full bath. The home is overflowing with large windows, lake views and plenty of room for you to make yourself at home with your family and friends. We have gas log fireplace inside to keep you warm if temperatures dip, an outside fire pit surrounded by Adirondack chairs for evening gatherings and best of all, access to your own private dock with a boat slip where you can also fish or float the day away with a beverage in hand if that is more your style! Simply unwind and enjoy the lake in your favorite way.
While on Lake Norman, there are plenty of nearby boat rental companies if you’d like to enjoy boater’s paradise on Lake Norman! Long Island Marina is just outside our cove and we’re a short boat ride to Waterside Grill, Blue Parrot and Apps and Taps as well as a sandbar just down the lake offering beautiful sunsets. You’ll find plenty of waterfront restaurants and activities as you cruise around the lake, the possibilities are endless.
Other things to note: ** We have smart TV’s and Free high-speed Wi-Fi provided by owners (but internet on the lake is sometimes not the best) ** Keyless front entry to the Lake House, so no front desk visit is required! ** Note also, there are steps from the parking to house as well as steps and some terrain down to the lake as shown in the pictures ** Note, NO Pets allowed ** There is a tenant in the small studio apartment above garage with no access to lake, dock, etc. during your stay. ** Dredging in our cove began in the winter to enhance water depth and is complete!
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
5 Bedroom Custom Waterfront Lake Norman Home with Private Dock
Frequently asked questions
How close is 5-Bedroom Custom Lakefront Home on Lake Norman-Private Dock, PaddleBoards/Kayaks to the airport?
This vacation home is 49.1 mi (60-min drive) away from the Concord, NC (USA-Concord Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does 5-Bedroom Custom Lakefront Home on Lake Norman-Private Dock, PaddleBoards/Kayaks have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does 5-Bedroom Custom Lakefront Home on Lake Norman-Private Dock, PaddleBoards/Kayaks offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at 5-Bedroom Custom Lakefront Home on Lake Norman-Private Dock, PaddleBoards/Kayaks?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at 5-Bedroom Custom Lakefront Home on Lake Norman-Private Dock, PaddleBoards/Kayaks?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at 5-Bedroom Custom Lakefront Home on Lake Norman-Private Dock, PaddleBoards/Kayaks?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does 5-Bedroom Custom Lakefront Home on Lake Norman-Private Dock, PaddleBoards/Kayaks have a pool?
This vacation home does not have a pool.
Does 5-Bedroom Custom Lakefront Home on Lake Norman-Private Dock, PaddleBoards/Kayaks have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is 5-Bedroom Custom Lakefront Home on Lake Norman-Private Dock, PaddleBoards/Kayaks to downtown Lake Norman of Catawba?
This vacation home is 6.2 mi away from Lake Norman of Catawba.
5-Bedroom Custom Lakefront Home on Lake Norman-Private Dock, PaddleBoards/Kayaks Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 64 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 64 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
4.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lauren I.
Sep 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay. House had a great layout for our group of 9, with lots of equipment for getting on the lake and activities.
Lauren I.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melissa S.
Aug 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property with so many amenities including fishing poles, a fire pit, kayaks, paddle boards, games, shuffle board, projector with surround sound, nice outdoor seating, fully stocked kitchen with many pans, spices, all the things. Love the grill attached to a perm propane line. EXTREMELY responsive hosts that were super helpful and got back to us right away with anything we asked of them. Our whole family had a great time. So much to do around the house as well. Very quiet and peaceful on the property itself.
Melissa S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Danielle S.
Jul 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
I cannot say enough great things about the rental! The hosts were super responsive and helpful. The house was gorgeous! We had the best family vacation. It was a plus that the house was FULLY stocked with towels, cookware, life vest, shampoo and conditioner. Everything you could think of was already in the house!
Danielle S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline W.
Jul 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This beautiful house is so well stocked and prepared for your arrival! We really appreciated the wine and waters and snacks! Most of the cabinets and light switches are labeled and it’s just so easy to feel at home! The game room downstairs was a hit with the younger group, the projecter screen was amazing and the detailed directions on how to operate everything made it all so simple! Everything you could need to cook is truly provided and it made meals at the house so enjoyable. Being able to all sit together at the large table was also a treat! The driveway is very steep and the house behind a hill below road level was a bit of a surprise but all the steps/terrain were really not that bad and the entire home is just so architecturally interesting! The homeowners were extremely responsive to any issue or question we had. This end of the lake was not busy at all on the week days and we were shocked to be able to have our kids tube and ski with very little concern of other boaters. It was a great stay in a great house with great property owners!
Jacqueline W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
L M.
Jul 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place! Truly equipped for 15 people- a rare gem!
L M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joelene C.
Jul 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful family vacation!
We had an amazing week at this beautiful home on the lake! Our party of 10 had plenty of space to spread out and the huge table allowed us all to sit down together for meals which was so nice. Wayne & Dana have really thought of everything with this rental, it’s obvious they put a lot of thought and care into making your stay the best! They were so great to communicate with as well. We loved sitting out on the back deck and the game room was a big hit with our sons and their girlfriends as well. Our only complaint is that we wish our vacation time was longer, the week just went too fast. We would absolutely love to stay here again in the future!
Joelene C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Scott I.
Jun 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house with several amenities. We were never bored and enjoyed our family time in Lake Norman.
Scott I.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Melinda M.
May 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for family getaway
We stayed here with our four adult children and their significant others. Owner was extremely communicative, house was great, and location was very convenient!
Melinda M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Leland L.
May 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property!
This was such a great house to host our group of 10! We were all impressed by how beautiful the house is, even better than the pictures! So much space and lots of light. Kitchen and bathrooms were clean and well stocked. We spent most of the time by the water - so nice! Driveway is very steep but property is extremely well kept. Would recommend to anyone!
Leland L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas Quinn Q.
May 4, 2025
Nicholas Quinn Q.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Linda H.
Apr 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay on the lake
This home was all and more for our family getaway for relatives wedding. We enjoyed all the amenities they had, the paddle boards were a fav for our grown kids, we had a campfire one evening, our kids enjoyed the game room, the house was beautiful, beds very comfy, well stocked for anything we needed. The hosts were great people to talk to about anything. We hated to leave the quiet and peaceful lake.
Linda H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emily S.
Apr 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful lake getaway
My friends and I had a wonderful trip to the lake house! Dana and Wayne have spared no detail with this property. The kitchen is stocked with everything you could possibly need. There are plenty of entertainment options (games, etc) for those lazy indoor days. The bedrooms/beds are all very comfortable. The house is impeccably clean. Dana is extremely communicative and responds quickly to inquiries. We would be happy to visit this property again. Thanks for a great experience!!
Emily S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kayla W.
Mar 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Lake Getaway!
My family stayed in this lovely home for a cozy 55th birthday celebration for my husband. We wanted to do something lowkey where we could relax, and spend quiet time with close family. This location and house was an excellent choice for us. We had everything we needed for our stay on site. The kids loved the game area and we enjoyed making s’mores at the firepit at night. The communication with the owners was great as well! Checked in and made sure we had what we needed. I would definitely stay here again and Loved the home so much. My youngest daughter was sad to leave. Thank you for the hospitality!
Kayla W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Nov 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible getaway
This home was a beautiful landing spot for our group - my sons college friends joined our family for a fall weekend. The house has everything you might need. So many cozy spots to snuggle up or or watch leaves fall. The outdoors was such a bonus! The fire pit and dock were my favorite. Dana was great to work with! We loved it!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan L.
Oct 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Summit Ridge
Beautiful home and incredible people to work with. They were very quick to respond to all questions! The steps were a bit much for my 80 year old parents but overall it was a wonderful weekend!
Susan L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Theresa M.
Oct 10, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Cousins Weekend
We hosted our annual cousin weekend. The location was perfect! The pictures didn't do the home justice as the in person experiecne was top tier. It was perfect for our weekend. It was 12 of us in the group and all 12 of us were impressed with the home. Dana responded quickly to any questions and gave very detailed information the day of our arrival. The home offered everything you possibly needed from cooking seasoning, utensils, water, and some snacks. The plus was the 2 kitchens. I highly recommend this home and we definitely look forward to staying again in the future.
Theresa M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
PAMELA T.
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake house
The house was stocked with everything we needed and more, towels, kayaks, paddle boards, the large projector tv was great for movies and games.
PAMELA T.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Robert K.
Jul 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun for all!
Great family vacation. Lots of activities provided within the house. The lake was beautiful and we caught more than our fair share of fish! The owners were very thoughtful with several hospitality extras!
Robert K.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael F.
May 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Stay
Our experience and communication with the owners was exceptional. The house was clean and organized and had everything someone would need in a rental property. We had a great experience and would highly recommend this property.
Michael F.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kasu H.
Apr 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Break
It was a very pleasant and relaxing trip. Our family have decided to make this a yearly trip since the passing of my mom.
Thanks for hosting.
Kasu H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hite S.
Dec 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
family Christmas gathering
The house was beautiful and perfect for our family gathering. We came from both coasts and Germany and stayed for three nights. Travel by road and air was convenient, the house was immaculate, and the location was serene. We highly recommend this property.
Hite S.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
christin and bjorn c., Saint Paul, Minnesota
Nov 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, great for family celebrations
So the place is even more beautiful than the pictures communicate. it's also on a stunningly beautiful piece of property. Let's get the stairs out of the way to begin with, as they've been much talked about: Anyone with a reasonable level of fitness is going to manage them just fine; if you have folks with canes or walkers you'll need a different space. They were not a problem for anyone in our family (7 of us age 20 - 57). The 2 kitchens made cooking our Thanksgiving meal an absolute pleasure. The abundance of board games and other games (like shuffleboard, cards, foosball and darts) kept our kids entertained throughout the entire stay! Communication from the owner was best in class! The beds were supremely comfortable. The bathrooms are immaculate and the master bath is a study in luxury. Truly a chef's kitchen with roaster pans, soup pots, every size frying pan, wok, appliances, platters, wine and martini glasses, even copper mugs for moscow mules. A whole set of plastic dishwear for littles. Great neighborhood. Thirteen minutes from an awesome grocery store (which was shocking given how remote and secluded the property feels!) Great back deck where we all stood and talked and watched the stars one night. So beautiful. Pristine laundry room with full size machines. Sadly the lake was unusually low (drought) during our visit, so we did not get to take the kayaks out, but we're planning to come back in the summer. Perfect family memory-making space. Book it!!! :)
christin and bjorn c.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Carly C.
Oct 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Best Girls Trip Ever
My 6 friends and I had the absolute best time here. We spent a Thursday-Sunday here and enjoyed every second of it. Dana is an amazing host with great communication and great instruction on check in and check out process. We enjoyed our nights by the fire and just hanging out in the beautiful backyard! We woke up every morning well rested in the super comfy beds. If I’m ever in the area again I will be staying here!
Carly C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sandee N.
Aug 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family gathering
The pictures of this place certainly don't fully convey the beauty of this house - especially the shared areas. The owners had certainly focused on ensuring there were plenty of activities supported no matter the interest of each individual: Darts, video games, shuffleboard, foosball, board games (the redneck one is great), books, kayaks, paddle boards, and the list goes on.
On the practical side, there wasn't anything they didn't have covered when we arrived. Coffee makers - both types, crock pots, openers, toaster, cookware: all the stuff that 2 full kitchens would hold. Garbage bags, laundry detergent, starter paper towels, hand soap and other nice little personal touches like some light snacks & water also provided.
We had a family of 12 with a couple of people with some mobility challenges. Although the steep incline that this house is built on absolutely makes it the scenic environment it is, we did need to setup a couple of chairs along the pathway down to the dock in particular to allow those individuals to take a break. It's a little steeper than any pictures will show. The parking area also sits above the house - roughly level with the roof line, then a bit of a decent. That one is slightly easier with the wide steps and not as long of a distance. On the other hand, several us living in flat land areas loved the workout. The driveway is a bit narrow with that same type of drop. Picturesque
Easy check in with programmed lock and plenty of instructions.
Sandee N.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Heath B.
Aug 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
First Timers
We had a wonderful experience. The home was beautiful and well located. Tucked away in cove that made it feel very secluded and pristine. The family and I have agreed we need to this annually.