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Private executive lakefront retreat

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western view from deck
Western sunset on lake Wateree with firepit and flagstone patio
Arriving at the lake
lakeview

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Camden, SC
  • Place, Lake Wateree
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Carolina Motorsports Park
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

main floor main bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstair rear

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs front

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

walkout level

2 Queen Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

main floor main

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

main floor powder

Toilet

upper

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

walkout level

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Private executive lakefront retreat

Modern large 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath Lakefront home set on 8.5 wooded acres with 475 feet of waterfront. Western facing on Lake Wateree north of Camden S.C. Private sand beach with gradual slope for children’s swimming. Deep water dock for your boat. Includes use of 2 seater kayak and a single seat kayak.
4000 square feet and 1900 square feet of decking. 15x12 screened in porch.
Two great rooms. One with 22 foot stone fireplace, the other a walkout with bar and playroom. Ping pong, darts, shuffleboard)

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Thermostat settings. Please do not set summer air conditioning below 72 degrees as that is very unnecessary and unhealthy
No firearms or fireworks
No ATV s on property

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7691858
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Camden

Located in Camden, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. White Pines Golf Club and Regal Sandhill are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit South Carolina Railroad Museum and Plex Indoor Sports. With waterskiing, water tubing and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Camden, SC

What's nearby

  • Lake Wateree - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Camden Archives and Museum - 30 min drive - 32.5 km
  • Historic Camden Revolutionary War Site - 33 min drive - 35.1 km
  • Carolina Motorsports Park - 36 min drive - 36.5 km
  • Village at Sandhill Mall - 53 min drive - 71.7 km

Getting around

  • Camden Station - 27 min drive
  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 77 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Retreat At Lake Wateree - ‬61 min drive
  • ‪Windmill - ‬58 min drive
  • ‪Creekside Grill & Ale - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Club Clyde - ‬73 min drive
  • ‪Masons On Beaver Creek - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private executive lakefront retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Private executive lakefront retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private executive lakefront retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private executive lakefront retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private executive lakefront retreat located?

This family-friendly Camden holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lake Wateree, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Boykin Park and Kendall Park. Woodward Park and City Arena Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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. 39 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host and wonderful property! House had everything we needed and more. Lake views are amazing! Our family loved the little beach and fire pit.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2026
Thank you glad you enjoyed it. Glad the weather was great for you as well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. Beautiful house and view.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2025
Thanks man glad you enjoyed it. Glad you were reasonably successful on the tournament as well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John F.

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

Great Get a Way

Lovely house on the lake with plenty of room, nicely decorated.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Family vacation

This is our 4th year staying at this awesome Wateree home. The home has everything you need. Space, amenities, and our beloved pets can come also. Its perfect for our family. Thank you to the McKays for sharing this little piece of heaven on earth
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth N.

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

Mr

Beautiful property Probably the best on Lake Wateree
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda L.

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

Celebrated Father's Day!

It was AWESOME! We enjoyed your spacious stunning lake house; it was everything we could have expected and more! We fished, played on your beautiful beach and made delicious meals in your spacious kitchen! Thank you so much for allowing us to vacation there and spend time together with our little family.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

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

Wateree 2024

The property is everything as noted. The Mckay's have everything u need. Been using VRBO for some time and this is our favorite. Thanks Ross.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jennifer f.

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

So much fun

This property was great! The owners were very accommodating and allowed us early entry. The AC broke on our last day and even though there wasn’t much we could do, we made it work. It was exactly what we needed. Thanks for sharing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2021
Apologies that one of 3 AC units failed on last night It was repaired in less than 24 hours not bad for heat wave
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann G.

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

Wonderful Getaway!

We booked this home to escape an approaching Hurricane. Ross was very easy to work with. He was extremely patient with me in a stressful situation and very timely in communicating. The home and the property are both absolutely Beautiful!!! And well equipped and clean! We did not want for anything. My pups loved the lake and walks down the quiet country roads. We look forward to a trip back under better circumstances! Thank you again Ross, for all of your help, and for sharing your lovely home with us!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Many thanks. Keep dodging those hurricanes. We love Hilton head so we might be down for a reciprocal in the spring
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margy G.

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

Private and beautiful!

Ross's property was amazing in every way! The location is very private, and the house is beautiful! The pictures are very accurate...the house is just lovely with everything you could need! The artwork throughout was really beautiful. We loved having the beach to swim off of and the dogs were able to walk right out into the water without having to jump off the dock into deep water. We really enjoyed making a fire at the firepit overlooking the lake and the gorgeous sunsets! We had a small temperature issue with the AC not working properly and the owner took care of it without us even having to ask! The beds and furniture were comfortable and the layout was perfect! I can't say enough wonderful things about this property! A perfect summer getaway!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2024
Thank you for the kind review FYI, as a precaution, we replaced the whole main floor system today
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte L.

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

Wonderful Family Getaway!

My family and I had a fantastic weeklong vacation in the McKay home. The property had an abundance of amenities. We enjoyed fishing off the dock, kayaking, roasting marshmallows at the fire pit and when the rain came, we spent hours in the game room. The kitchen was well stocked with any cooking utensils needed as we did not go out to eat the entire week. The most delightful experience was the art décor of the home. The home was filled with art pieces created by the owner and their daughter. During our stay, we seen deer, several bald eagles and multiple species of butterflies in front of the home. Ross was a pleasure to work with! He provided easy check-in and check-out instructions as well as great communication from the day we booked until the day we checked out. Our family will definitely return to the McKay home as it’s the best we have stayed in during our past 16 years of going to lake Wateree. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Family fun

This is the 3rd year our family and pets have stayed. It’s hard to find rentals that allow pets and we consider our pets family too. The grandchildren love the basement with all the fun games and space they can play. Of course the lake is awesome. All kids and grown ups love tubing and knee boarding. Hope to come back next year to add skiing for the grands since they mastered the knee board. So much fun. The location is very private and the house is very spacious and well equipped with all you ever need. Great family get away. Never disappoints. Thank you to the McKays for another great vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

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

A perfect vacation at a perfect property

Our stay was perfect and easily ranks among our top three vacations of all time. Bringing our two dogs added immensely to the wonderful experience. The house is amazing, and if you’re seeking privacy and solitude, this is the place for it. The location and expansiveness of the property made us feel like we were on our own island. Tucked away just inside a cove, we enjoyed breathtaking sunsets each evening as the property faces west. We spent much of our time lounging on the floating mat available at the house. One of the highlights of our stay was spotting an eagle on several occasions as it perched in the trees near the dock. The sandy beach was perfect for sitting under the umbrellas to escape the sun when needed. Inside, the house is beautiful, spacious, and equipped with everything you need. We never felt like we were lacking anything. The game room downstairs was a great way to pass the time and have fun when we had soaked up enough sun for the day. This was our first time visiting Lake Wateree, and we were pleasantly surprised by how large and quiet the lake was. Even on a Sunday, it never seemed overly crowded. Ross was a pleasure to deal with and provided all the necessary information for a great stay. We had high hopes for an amazing stay, but our expectations were exceeded. We will definitely be staying here again without a doubt.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2024
We appreciate all the kind comments and pleased that you enjoyed our home and the lake
Verified

6/10 Okay

Cynthia R.

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

Spring break!

We went to the lake house for spring break. The lake house is a beautiful house, but the inside of the home was extremely dusty and there was dead bugs everywhere! The couches had dog hair and dust on it. The window where very dirty. The beds downstairs in the basement had stains and dog hair on the beds. Which I noticed they probably turn the comforter over. I don’t know when was the last time this home had a deep cleaning! The beds upstairs were very dusty it was horrible. The master bed is very comfortable and the sheets was clean and the rugs was vacuumed. I washed our swim cloths from the beach due to having sand on it and when the cloths came out the washer it had so, much dog hair on it and smelled completely bad. I didn’t let the owner know simple reason there was nothing that can be done about the cleaning until we leave maybe they can hire someone too deep clean the house. I just wanted to enjoy the beach, because that was the main reason I booked this house. The statues in the house freaked me out completely, but I read her daughter does art work. The kitchen is beautiful I think they should invest in a new pot set and coffee maker. The kitchen has everything you need to cook. The basement is fully furnished and ready to enjoy and play games which we did. The fire pit we used it onces it was very nice. The private beach was definitely beautiful I loved everything about it.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2021
We the owners cleaned it thoroughly “deep” on Sunday and you came in on Tuesday. I advised that this was heavy pollen season before you came and it does come into the house. It is premature to clean the windows with the pollen. The conforters were washed. Yes you could have said something and I would have been right over
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Family Fun

Had an awesome time with our children, grandchildren and pets. The house is gorgeous and kitchen is well equipped. We enjoyed the beach area on the lake where the kids could swim. We had our boat and did some awesome tubing with the kids and boat rides in the evening. Highly recommend this home for a great family vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John R.

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

Family Vacation

We came here for a family vacation and we loved every bit of it! We played every game there was to offer in the basement, caught fish every day, enjoyed floating on the giant float and kayaking around the coves. Picture perfect sunrises and sunsets and even got to enjoy a fire one evening despite the heat. Would come back any day or time to enjoy this place. Very thankful for the gracious hosts who, by the way, checked in during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed and even offered local knowledge/suggestions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol P.

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

Wonderful Retreat!

Our family truly enjoyed staying at this beautiful location! The home was very spacious, and exceptionally clean! The house is very secluded, surrounded by a lot of timber. We loved the view of the lake, from the house and deck. We were pleased with all the amenities....well-stocked kitchen with utensils and cookware, comfortable beds, linens, stone fire pit near the lake, firewood, two kayacks, and easy dock access for boat or pontoon. We loved all the natural light from the windows in the Great Room! Also, we really enjoyed spending time on the screened-in porch. This was our 7th annual trip with our family. (6 adults and one child) Everyone agreed that this was one of the nicest homes we have stayed in! We appreciated everything about it!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela H.

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

A little slice of Heaven

We booked this amazing house for our yearly cousins trip & can’t say enough how much we loved it! From the booking process throughout our stay, Ross was always available & promptly replied to any questions / help we requested. Everyone had their own space to spread out & or congregate. The house is well stocked with everything you need from kitchen, game room, screened in porch, fire pit to your own private beach with umbrellas & kayaks. The boat dock accommodated both boats we brought with us & the Wateree Marina is only minutes away. Being remote allowed us to lay back & watch the falling stars, see otters bathing by the rocks, blue herons, fox, etc. Simply amazing! Can’t wait to go back! Thank You so much for sharing your little slice of heaven with us! Angie Henderson Charlotte, NC
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Great place!

Great water, dock facilities, and house and yard!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kellie A.

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

Wonderful Family Trip

We have rented tons of lake houses, and this has to be one of my favorites! The entire house was spotless, and plenty of room for my entire family to spread out. The washer/dryer was new and easy to work. The kitchen had everything you could need. The kids loved the ping pong table, shuffleboard, and darts. The sandy beach with the walkout shore was very nice. The floating matt was a huge hit with everyone. Thanks for sharing that with your guests! We caught tons of fish right off the dock every evening. Overall an A++
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronney M.

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

Beautiful Property

This home has everything you need for a great getaway. The beach area was excellent for family fun. The dock was perfect for a pontoon boat. The screened room allows you to watch television and feel like you are outdoors. The owner communicates very clearly and the guest binder in the house will answer 99% of your questions.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trish K.

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

FABULOUS!

This place was perfect! So well-appointed it met all of our needs in every way. The private sandy beach and fire pit were our favorites! The owner was wonderful to work with and very responsive to questions. Even left us s’mores supplies! We’ve already discussed returning! Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

annette g.

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

Fantastic

This property was fantastic! The house has everything you need and then some! We can't wait to go back for a longer visit. The owners have done a great job . Excellent!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reese R.

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

Great house and property!

The house was great. The kitchen was extremely well stocked and made for an easy Thanksgiving stay. The games in the basement were great especially as rainy day activities. The lake and the property were beautiful. The house is even better than it photographs. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne Q.

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

Wonderful and Relaxing Getaway on Lake Wateree

We rented the property for a family anniversary celebration. It was perfect for 3 couples and one dog to enjoy the long weekend without ever having to leave the property! We did a lot of cooking and the kitchen was extremely well equipped for all our needs. The weather was wonderful so we were able to enjoy the fabulous fire pit morning, noon and night. Sunsets were the best! We enjoyed fishing off the dock and next time we'll try fishing with the kayak. Highly recommend this property, check in was a breeze, Ross was very responsive and we will definitely be back again. Thank you for a memorable family gathering!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

About the host

Hosted by Ross

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Retired executive living part time at lake and part time in Greenville SC.

Why they chose this property

We built this Custom home after acquiring the land in 2004. It is patterned off of post and beam homes in northern lakes and Canada

What makes this property unique

The property is large 8.4 acres, fully wooded and private with western views of the 26 mile freshwater lake. 485 feet of shoreline

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