🌞 Multiple Family Friendly, Modern Lake House On Deep-Water Cove, 2 Kayaks 🌞

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All new composite decking and aluminum railing installed in 2019.

View of house from lake - taken via kayak (which you can use!)

Fully stocked kitchen. All granite and stainless steel appliances

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Exceptional

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12167 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Washer

Barbecue grill

Parking available

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Explore the area

Henrico, NC

Lake Gaston

1 min walk

Vidant North Hospital

33 min drive

Royal Palace Theatre

36 min drive

Roanoke Rapids, NC (RZZ-Halifax County)

37 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Downstairs bedroom

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom on Main floor

1 King Bed

Upstairs bedroom, lake view

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom - Full and bunk beds

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

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

Master Bath

Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Upstairs Bath

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

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Immaculate modern lake house on deep-water cove just minutes by boat to Jimmy’s Creek and Pea Hill Creek. Beautiful safe cove with main lake views can be seen from the living and dining areas, as well as enjoyed while relaxing on the screened porch. Enjoy night-time fun around the new fire-pit!

The main floor has an open concept with seating for 4 at the granite topped island as well as a separate dining, opening to the living area. Hardwood floors, stainless appliances and granite counters create this modern home away from home, filled with amenities. The main floor master bedroom has a king size bed and a walk in closet. The master bath has a whirlpool tub and separate shower.

Upstairs has 2 large bedrooms, one with bunk beds and a Full (New 2019) bed and the other with a queen size bed and a lake view. These rooms share a large full bath & tub/shower with plenty of storage.

The lower level has a private room with a queen size bed, a furnished game room and an additional full size futon. The lower level also has a full bath. The game room is equipped with a flat screen TV a game cube and ping pong table. There is a walk out to a covered patio for outdoor dining, just steps to the lake. The Weber gas is also available for your cookouts. The kids will be entertained with a ping pong table, TV and Wii. Like the kitchen, all baths are upgraded with granite counters and new cabinets creating a modern feel.

The large dock has 8 feet of water depth, and offers two areas for boat tie-up for your use. Water depth is 3 feet at the steps near the shore to 8 feet at the outer edge of the dock. The calm water cove allows for safe swimming, floating, kayaking and paddle-boarding for worry free water play.

The landscaped back yard is perfect for badminton or Frisbee. The Lantana bushes attract butterflies and hummingbirds in the summer and at night chase the fireflies in the yard with the little ones.

Just a few miles to the public boat launch, there is ample space for multiple vehicles and your boat trailer on our property. Washburn's Mariana is also nearby for your boating needs (and a great morning biscuit!)

2023 Update:
- Leather furniture in main floor living room
- Fresh new paint in bathrooms and hallways
- Updated glassware and new Keurig in Kitchen
- Carpets and furniture professionally cleaned and disinfected.

2022 Update:
- New 50” smart TV in the main floor living room
- New King-size mattress in main floor master bedroom
- New Queen-size mattress upstairs
- New chairs for bar-searing in Kitchen
- Carpets and furniture professionally cleaned and disinfected.

2021Update:
- New 55” smart TV in the downstairs playroom, with easy switching for DVD, GameCube and Wii
- New screen porch furniture
- Purple Martin houses near the water for you summer long enjoyment
- 4 new Adirondack chairs around the fire pit
- New hot water heater

2020 Update: Some new things requested by our guests!
- (2) Kayaks for your enjoyment. These are for kids/adults up to 225 lbs, and are the "sit on top" type, so they are easy to use. Please be sure to bring your life preserver if you use them.
- We now have a fire pit! Please keep the hose handy, and make sure it's out before you go in for the evening. (You can get firewood/starter logs at Food Lion).

2019 Update: some great improvements this year!
- Front-porch has been updated with composite decking and new aluminum railing.
- Stainless steel cable railing on the screen porch
- Fresh paint in several rooms, and all carpets and furniture has been professional deep-cleaned.
- BIG NEWS: Our neighbor took down many trees on his lot, which has given us an unbelievable unobstructed view of the main lake!

2018 Update: All decking has been updated and professionally stained by Deck Renew. Larger TV in Den (40"), and wall-mounted it for better viewing. New aluminum railing has been installed. New landscaping and lighting.

2017 Update:
- we added an underwater Fish Light!! After dark, enjoy the soft green glow at the end of the dock and marvel at the fish that it attracts.

2016 Update: This year, we have made these updates/upgrades:
- New Internet Router and high-speed Time Warner service
- New DVD player in Den
- New 32" TV in playroom (connected to Wii, Netflix, Hulu)
- Added HBO and Showtime as ROKU channels, in addition to Netflix and HULU!!

Property manager

Ronnie Bouchon

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Similar properties

Nice dock for your jetski, boat or to launch the canoe or kayaks that we provide

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

- Do not climb onto the roof of the boat house. - Observe No-Wake zone in the cove. - No loud music/parties which could disrupt others.

- All garbage should be in garbage bags, and placed into the rolling trash cans on driveway - Roll the trash can to the curb at the end of your stay

- Please wash all white bathroom floor mats. Our cleaners will dry them. - Run the last load of dishes in dishwasher before you leave

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

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Henrico

Located in Henrico, this holiday home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Gaston and Medoc Mountain State Park, while Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail and Royal Palace Theatre are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Henrico, NC

What's nearby

Lake Gaston - 1 min walk
Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail - 26 min drive
Vidant North Hospital - 33 min drive
Royal Palace Theatre - 36 min drive
John H. Kerr Reservoir - 68 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sanders - ‬16 min drive
‪Beautiful Lake Gaston - ‬16 min drive
‪Toppers Pizza - ‬16 min drive
‪Andy's Cheesesteaks & Cheeseburgers - ‬16 min drive
‪Norton's At The Lake - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🌞 Multiple Family Friendly, Modern Lake House On Deep-Water Cove, 2 Kayaks 🌞 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 🌞 Multiple Family Friendly, Modern Lake House On Deep-Water Cove, 2 Kayaks 🌞?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🌞 Multiple Family Friendly, Modern Lake House On Deep-Water Cove, 2 Kayaks 🌞?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 🌞 Multiple Family Friendly, Modern Lake House On Deep-Water Cove, 2 Kayaks 🌞 located?

This family-friendly Henrico holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Gaston, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail and Rosemont Vineyards. Chockoyotte Country Club and Royal Palace Theatre are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

20 Aug 2024

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

Great House, Great Location

Beautiful home with everything we needed, in an amazing location - barely off the main lake. We loved being able to hop on the boat at the last minute to catch the sunset. We also loved coffee on the screened-in deck with a fabulous view, late afternoons on the dock, evenings making food together at the grill or in the kitchen, and nights at the fire pit and/or basement TV for Wii bowling. We were an over-18 crowd, with our kids and their significant others, but there is definitely something for all ages at this house. Thanks for a wonderful week!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shawn H.

3 Aug 2024

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Perfect Getaway

We enjoyed everything about this wonderful lake house. It was well equipped with everything we needed, great location on the lake and the home is beautiful! The host was very responsive to answer any questions we had quickly. The home has a great layout and accommodated our growing family well. We would love to return again!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

20 July 2024

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Vacation

Enjoyed our visit to lake Gaston

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

16 July 2024

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Great House For Families

This house was perfect for our family. It was clean, had plenty of room, and well stocked. The dock and water access were great. We loved the “shallow end” for the little ones to swim in without their life jackets or floats. The cove was nice and quiet. Owners communicated very well and quickly.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ceci M.

6 July 2024

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

An Exceptional Place!

We wanted for nothing and enjoyed everything about this beautiful home with outstanding views of Lake Gaston. The owners go to great lengths to provide everything needed … well-stocked pantry, toiletries, laundry soap, streaming services on the TVs, games, and kayaks. There were 8 adults and one Tasmania toddler. The house accommodated all of us comfortably without feeling crowded. We spent most of our time fishing from the dock and on the screened in porch. On a side note, whenever we had a question, Ronnie was always available to provide an answer. He was so genuine in making sure we had everything we needed. We’ve rented vacation homes for many years and this is one of the best we’ve stayed at. Thank you, Ronnie and Jane, for providing such a great place with the all the finer touches. They did not go unnoticed and were greatly appreciated.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Miriam N.

2 July 2024

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Another great vacation

Our family had a wonderful vacation at this beautiful property. The weather was perfect so we could enjoy all the lake activities. The kids enjoyed the kayaks and swimming from the pier. We brought our own boat so we were also able to take the kids tubing on the lake. We love the screened porch with the best view. The house is spacious and nicely furnished. There are tvs on the basement and main levels.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Betsy T.

29 June 2024

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

Tranquil with a view

The house was very well stocked. We didn’t need to buy any toiletries during the week. The screened in porch was my favorite spot in the house. It had a great view of the lake. The dock had plenty of chairs & we used the kayaks several times. We were able to dock our boat on the dock which was great & we went to several restaurants. All in all a great house & vacation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

15 Apr 2024

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

5 shining stars

I have stayed in a number of vacation rentals in Oregon and North Carolina. This was by far the best experience. The house is wonderful...I would be happy living in it. The location and view are terrific. The house is immaculate and extremely well-maintained. Our goal was for a relaxing 4 days and we got it. Not an issue for us, but there is little else in the area. Few local restaurants. Watersview Restaurant is a very nice facility with very mediocre, overpriced food. The Pointe at Lake Gaston is kind of a sketchy facility with great food. So pick your poison! One thing to know is that you need to bring your own sheets and towels. Besides that everything else you could possibly want is there, including a well appointed kitchen.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

greg b.

13 Sept 2023

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Nice stay for any family

Great place to stay for a family. The cleanliness of the house was outstanding. The pleasant location to the water was relaxing. The only disappointments: none of the bathrooms are connected to the rooms, the master bathroom shower is extra small, and no TV’s in any bedroom. Otherwise everything was great, you can’t go wrong with this choice.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faris M.

21 Aug 2023

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Very clean and peaceful home!

Our family really enjoyed staying at this home. The kids really enjoyed swimming and kayaking in the cove!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

10 Aug 2023

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Annual Lake Vacay

We have stayed in this property multiple years now....we love the house and the location! The screened porch is always a favorite location for breakfast, card games or just relaxing after a fun day on the lake. The owners are very responsive with any questions.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy P.

31 July 2023

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Lake leisure time

Great gathering of 3 generations of family with lots to do for all.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

24 July 2023

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Well stocked, good location

This house was a perfect size for our crew of 12. Plenty of eating/lounging space. The kitchen had everything we needed and more. Neighbors on both sides were great people, house was just a short drive to the Food Lion and Gaston Pizza and only a 10 min drive to the Pea Hill boat ramp. Hosts were fantastic and accomodating with great response time!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

15 July 2023

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Our stay

Had a relaxing fun vacation thank you

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

8 July 2023

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Always a great experience

We love this house. Ronnie does a great job maintaining the property and ensuring you'll have a great time. This was our fifth stay and we will definitely be back.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonia G.

3 July 2023

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Fantastic Summer Family Stay

This house was fantastic! The layout worked well for our family. The kids, big and small, lived the dock area and swimming. The porch was the perfect spot to have the first cup of coffee in the morning or nightcap before bed. The setting was so relaxing and we couldn’t have picked a better house on the lake. The owners were awesome too! Easy to chat with and answered questions very promptly. All-in-all, the family agrees best vacay in years!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faye S.

25 June 2023

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Family friendly place

Extremely well-equipped home, with much to entertain. Comfortable beds, and an ideal layout for generational family set-up (3 floors with their own beds and baths). There was an internet equipment failure on our first night, and the owners contacted us before we even got to contact them about it, and they were there immediately to fix it. Nice folks; very responsive.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miriam N.

24 June 2023

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Rainy weather still had a great time

The weather did not cooperate for this year’s vacation at Swallow Cove but we still had a Great family vacation. We were able to play games and watch TV shows and movies on the two Roku TVs. Between rain storms We managed to swim from th.pier, paddle the kayaks, and sit out on the screened in porch and enjoy the view. This was our fifth stay at Swallow Cove. The house is immaculate and well furnished for family fun. The kitchen has everything you might need to dine in, and there are restaurants and grocery stores near by. We plan to go back next year.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William T., Washington, DC

14 June 2023

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Maybe the Perfect Lake Gaston Rental

Ronnie and Jane's house at Lake Gaston was absolutely perfect for our two families (7 people total) to have a long weekend end-of-school celebration. The house was spotlessly clean, laid out perfectly on 3 levels for a multi-family stay, equipped with rainy day activities and in the perfect spot on the lake (small cove just off the main lake). Waterfront dock was ideal for swimming, docking our boat and even comes with two kayaks. We may have to make this an annual trip!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joe H., Lincoln

9 June 2023

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Great facility vacation

Great house,awesome location

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David M.

31 May 2023

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Great time

Great location and waterfront

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

7 Sept 2022

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excellent lcation and property

no problems at all. everything nice & lake off the yard is great.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann C.

23 Aug 2022

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First stay at this house

Great house overall. For us having a larger sink in the kitchen would have be better. The steps going to the dock should have a hand rail for older adults. We had a great time in the lake a perfect spot.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

15 Aug 2022

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Wonderful Week at the Lake

A great property. We had two families(9 total) and there were plenty of spaces to hang out from the screened in porch to the basement area, to the dock (alittle snug when we were all in one room, but we made it work just fine.)The kids really enjoyed the aquaglide! We caught a 5lb catfish, a little bass and a few brim off the dock. The property was well stocked with everyday needs. The grill was in good order and the kitchen was well appointed. Plenty of bathrooms, laundry room and lots of hooks to hang things. Everything we needed for a wonderful week at the lake.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

4 Aug 2022

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Great Lake House

We had a wonderful stay here.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ronnie Bouchon

Hi Ronnie and I fell in love with Lake Gaston at first glance. After 20 years in Raleigh and spending time at the ocean, we were introduced to Lake Gaston, just 90 minutes from our home. It was an awakening back to our childhoods where lakes were the family vacation destination. We spent every weekend here at the Lake, bringing friends for fun and fellowship. Our girls learned to ski, wakeboard and tube, of course! They earned their boaters licenses before their drivers license and jet skied through the coves experiencing adventure and fun. Family reunions with our children, father, siblings, nieces and nephews are wonderful memories to reflect on and look forward to again! Our most recent and best memory was in May our daughters now fiancé popped the question on the dock and "she said yes"! Our home is filled with love and the hope of a relaxing (albeit sometimes very active) get away from work and day to day responsibilities. A place where you can reunite, relax and reflect. Although the house was built in 2002, it was fully updated in 2013. Now when you open the front door you are met with completely modern and updated wood flooring, cabinetry, granite surfaces and hardware. It is designed to be a home away from home with all the comforts.

Why they chose this property

As a working mom, vacations take a lot of planning and expense. Hotels and rentals can be stressful and sometimes disappoint when the description doesn't live up to the reality. Our place is meant to impress and is designed and furnished to make you feel at home immediately. The opening word on our description is Immaculate. Followed by updated. You will relax at first glance knowing you have a beautiful, clean and safe haven allowing you to start you vacation now!

For the family fun, we are only 3 miles from the public launch and are on a private cove with 8 homes. At the dock stairs you can walk out into the lake and so it is safe for playing in the shallow areas, then at the end of the dock it is deep enough for cannonballs and jumping. The water is calm in the cove and safe to swim and float.

We are nestled in Four Seasons Neighborhood where you can enjoy morning walks. Only a short drive to a grocery, pharmacy and restaurants. During the summer a farmers market opens for fresh produce as well as mini golf for the kids.

What makes this property unique

Many gathering spaces! Room for the family and room for a get away!

A downstairs game room and private bedroom is perfect for the kids after a long day on the water. Ping pong tournaments are a family favorite for kids and adults alike. The adults can gather upstairs in the living area or on the screened porch overlooking the lake. Upstairs bedrooms also provide space and privacy for the family and guests and a place to relax.

For the avid fisherman (or woman) the lake offers a wide variety of game fish and pan fish. Throw a line off the dock and take a chance on a record breaking catch like the 40 lb. catfish caught by a neighbor around the corner. There is something for everyone at Lake Gaston and the perfect family spot is our home.