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Dogwood Bay

Vacation home near Lake Norman in Troutman

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A spacious living room with a large wooden dining table, comfortable seating, and a view of a lake through large windows.
A spacious room with a piano, a dining table with chairs, and a large window overlooking a garden.
A spacious kitchen with dark wooden cabinets, a stainless steel range, and a large island.
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, and a chair, a large window with a view of a lake and dock, and a chandelier.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a scenic view.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms257 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Troutman, NC
  • Place, Lake Norman
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bank of America Stadium
    ‪51 min drive‬
  • Place, Spectrum Center
    ‪52 min drive‬
  • Airport, Charlotte, NC (CLT-Charlotte-Douglas Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

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About the area

Troutman

On lake.A stay at this vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Norman and 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Norman State Park. Richardson Greenway and Troutman Library are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Norman - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Charlotte Motor Speedway - 51 min drive - 77.3 km
  • Bank of America Stadium - 51 min drive - 79.0 km
  • Spectrum Center - 52 min drive - 78.6 km
  • Charlotte Convention Center - 53 min drive - 80.0 km

Getting around

  • Concord, NC (USA-Concord Regional) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairi-O - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Whataburger - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Duckworth's Grill & Taphouse - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Toucans Lakefront - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Steak 'n Shake - ‬24 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.

Dogwood Bay

Dogwood Bay | Sleeps 8-10

PROPERTY DESCRIPTION:

Classic charm meets modern-day convenience in this 4-bedroom waterfront home! Experience luxury and history on the banks of Lake Norman. Guests are irresistibly drawn to this beautifully designed and lovingly restored mid-century modern gem. One of the first private residences built on Lake Norman, the home offers incredible waterfront vistas 365 days of the year. Enjoy the exposed beams, architectural details, and well-appointed interior. Take in the fantastic main-channel views through exterior glass walls. Ample seating and comfort on both levels featuring new big-screen TVs and Wi-Fi for relaxing after a day on the lake or just enjoying the peace and quiet of the large wrap-around deck. Bring your boat or ask about special discounts on watercraft rentals from local marinas. The home will comfortably accommodate up to 6 adults. Kids have their own space with 4 provided bunk beds in a dedicated bedroom.

Nearby Lake Norman State Park offers a wide variety of lakefront outdoor activities including hiking, canoeing, picnicking, and more. Mooresville, NC is 15 minutes away where you will find a wide variety of dining, nightlife, antiquing, and many "lake-life" activities. Charlotte, NC is approximately 40 minutes south, where you will find world-class dining, theatre, museums, and everything the Queen City is known for! NASCAR fan? Come visit the NASCAR Museum or take a trip to the world-renowned Charlotte Motor Speedway. So much to see and do, or as little as you please! We hope you’ll join us for a stay at this peaceful oasis of nature, craftsmanship, and relaxation.


BEDROOMS:

Bedroom 1, (Main Level): Queen Bed and Television

Bedroom 2, (Main Level): Queen Bed

Bedroom 3, (Lower Level): 2 Bunk Beds | 4 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4, (Lower Levell): Queen Bed and Television


BATHROOMS:

Full Bathroom 1, (Main Level): Located just off the Hallway with shower/tub combo and one sink

Full Bathroom 2, (Lower Level): Located just off the Hallway with shower/tub combo and one sink


OUTDOOR AMENITIES:

Main Level Deck: Overlooking Lake Norman with table and chairs

Lower Level Patio: Overlooks the lake with Grill and table with chairs

The Pier & Dock: Pier walks out to the Covered Boatslip


LOCATION:

The house is located in an established neighborhood in Troutman, NC, and is a short drive to everything you’ll need and the fun things your family will want to see while visiting Lake Norman, including fantastic restaurant options, craft breweries, shopping. It is approximately 4 miles to the Lake Norman State Park and is approximately 45 miles from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).


WHAT IS PROVIDED: For your convenience and comfort, we are happy to provide the following during your stay.

-Wireless Internet

-Mr. Coffee Maker

-Smart TVs for seamless access to your personal Netflix or Amazon Prime accounts.

-Small Kitchen Appliances (including microwave, coffee maker, & toaster)

-Dishes, Pots/Pans, Cooking Utensils, Flatware, Kitchen Towels

-Bed Linens for all beds and pillows

-Bath Towels

-1 Roll of Toilet Paper for each Bathroom

-1 Roll of Paper Towels in the Kitchen

-Hand Soap

**Guests will need to bring beach towels, sunscreen, coffee, coffee filters, coffee pods when applicable, paper towels, toilet paper, personal hygiene products, garbage bags, and dishwashing detergent/pods.


CHECK-IN & CHECK-OUT & GUEST POLICY:

Check-in is at 4:00 PM on the first day of your reserved dates.

Check-out is at 10:00 AM on the final day of your reserved dates.

Guests must be 25 years or older to book our vacation rentals, no exception.

No Smoking and No Pets are allowed.


CLEANING:

The house will be professionally cleaned prior to your stay. Guests will be responsible for cleaning and trash disposal during their stay. Please note that your rental agreement will include a cleaning fee for the cleaning following your check-out.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • 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)

General

  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,766 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

Rules

Fireplaces are for decoration only and cannot be used
Absolutely NO house parties!

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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dogwood Bay to the airport?

This vacation home is 30.6 mi (55-min drive) away from the Concord, NC (USA-Concord Regional) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dogwood Bay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Dogwood Bay offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Dogwood Bay?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Dogwood Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dogwood Bay?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Dogwood Bay have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Dogwood Bay have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Dogwood Bay to downtown Troutman?

This vacation home is 5.4 mi away from Troutman.

Dogwood Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The dock and the lake were perfect. The house was all it was advertised to be. If there were ceiling fans in the bedrooms it would have been perfect!! Otherwise it was an excellent vacation!! Thank you so much!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is at a great location. Our only issue was the air conditioning upstairs didn’t get below 74 degrees at night and up in the high seventies during the day
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake house

It was a great spot and everyone loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great House!

Loved our stay at Dogwood Bay! Stayed with a work group of friends to plan a summer camp for a nonprofit and the house was perfect. Had everything we needed, especially for cooking. It was clean, spacious and comfortable, and we even got to relax on the lake. Yard was beautiful!! Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay overall. The home has a charming rustic feel, and the beds were very comfortable, which made for a relaxing visit. The kitchen was well-stocked and made cooking easy, and the view of the lake was absolutely beautiful, definitely a highlight of the property.The only area that needs improvement is the issue with spiders and spiderwebs. We encountered webs throughout the exterior of the home, inside in some areas, and covering the path to the dock—we had to clear them ourselves to access it. There were also quite a few spiders in the garage, and we ended up purchasing spray so we could comfortably use the paddle boards, life jackets, and other items.We completely understand that this is a lake house and bugs are part of the environment; however, it seemed like there wasn’t regular upkeep to help manage the issue. A more consistent pest control routine (such as monthly extermination) would make a big difference for future guests.That said, we had a great time and would still recommend the property, especially for the views and comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

GIRLS WEEKEND

We had such a wonderful weekend. The house was clean and well supplied with everything from linens to kitchen gadgets and even paddleboards. The house is located in a wonderful spot on Lake Norman. We enjoyed the sunny lawn, watching boats on Memorial Day, and paddleboarding. The boaters were so respectful, no noisy parties. We felt safe walking around the neighborhood and had a special treat on our final morning: a baby fawn was born right outside the back porch. A perfect ending to a perfect weekend. We loved our stay so much we want to come back and bring our spouses.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Very nice location, and layout of the house. The house was very well constructed, the yard was large, and the lake view was great. Plenty of water toys and a very nice pier. We were disappointed in the level of cooling from the air conditioning system. Although it was very hot outside during our stay, it was not acceptable that the temperature inside the house was in the low 80s during the day, and only got down into the mid 70s during the night. Additionally, when we arrived the house smelled very musty, there were spider webs, all around the exterior of the house, and throughout the attached garage. There were cobwebs inside the house. If there had been a regular vacuum (with a hose attachment) available, instead of a battery operated swiffer vacuum, we could have cleaned the areas ourselves. It not appear that anyone had vacuumed under some of the furniture. Finally, this house was advertised as having 3 queen beds. Only one of those beds was a true queen, and one was significantly smaller. Although not the owners' fault, it appeared that someone's dog had been using the beach area and the back yard as restroom.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
This property has incredible bones and a truly special setting — the dock is fantastic and the lake access made for memorable moments. The charm of the vintage architecture and those beautiful brass door knobs give it real character.That said, the home needs some attention before it lives up to its potential. We noticed musty odors throughout, including in the kitchen cabinets and linens, which made us wonder about moisture issues. The bath towels were in the dryer upon arrival and smelled as though they needed another wash. Bedding and pillows had a stale smell suggesting they hadn't been freshened recently. Bathroom lighting was quite dim, and several door knobs either didn't latch properly or stuck when locked. The deck had some soft spots that felt unsafe underfoot, and the driveway layout made it difficult to navigate with multiple vehicles or a trailer.We'd also suggest adding basic kitchen appliances like a toaster for future guests.The location is genuinely lovely and we could see this being a standout rental with some TLC and a deep refresh of the linens and soft goods. We hope the host invests in the upkeep this place deserves. We’ve rented through VRBO in Lake Norman quite a few times and have gotten a brand new place for the money we spent on this weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
On arrival, house was so totally dark, no motion lights, no outdoor lights, no number on mailbox or house that was visible. It was an extremely difficult driveway to manage with no lights. When we finally got down the driveway we used cell phone flashlights to find the door. The house was clean but exceptionally overdecorated with stuff. There was no toaster so we bought one, no can opener, so we bought one. Rooms very spacious but lighting was extremely low throughout.The best things about the property was the dock and the tvs. Beds were acceptable. Windows needed a good washing. Bathroom door upstairs was hard to get open once you were inside. Upstairs tub drain not working. We had to hold the plunger up for water to drain after bath/shower. Many of these things seem small but once you put them all together, it was pretty annoying and not a place we would return to. Our family does not expect perfection but this was a bit much. The house has potential but needs some serious TLC at this point.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025