Lake house holiday rentals in North Carolina

Heaven Hill | Lakefront Escape on High Rock

Escape to High Rock Lake. Heaven Hill is a peaceful waterfront retreat built for slowing down and making memories. Enjoy a private dock in a quiet cove, unwind by the fire pit, or relax on the screened-in porch with lake views. With space to gather and recharge, it’s THE getaway for families, couples, or friends. Just minutes from Childress Vineyards, Salisbury, and historic Lexington, and about 35 minutes to Charlotte, Winston-Salem, and Greensboro/High Point. Experience lake life at its best!

New Lakeside Guesthouse, Steps From Water

Lakeside guesthouse on main lake cove. Enjoy the main lake with the seclusion and safety of a wide, deep-water cove. Located on a peninsula with amazing water views in any direction. Master bedroom has a king bed and main lake view. Bunk room has twin- over full-sized bed. Gas fireplace inside guesthouse. New wood burning fireplace on patio as well as a fire table. Boathouse has sofa swing, NautiBar and large shaded area. 2 guests max. Beautiful views and seasonal sunsets. Very Private.

Lakefront Retreat Nature Escape

Welcome to the Little Blue Heron! Relax and restore, or get your creative juices flowing at this nature sanctuary. Lake front cottage at Lake Waccamaw with canal views in the back. Great for wading, boating, or swimming in the summer and bird watching and soaking up the peaceful views in the winter. Watch the sun rise over the lake from the King bed in the master bedroom! Perfect for artists, those looking to reflect or re-connect, or short getaways. Up to 2 dogs allowed, woof! ($50 fee)

Lake Lure Cottage | Private Dock & Mountain Views

Escape to The Hive, a serene lakefront retreat nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains. This cozy cottage offers breathtaking lake views right from your living room! Step outside for your morning coffee on the patio or step down to your private dock on one of Lake Lure’s most special coves. With a full kitchen, indoor/outdoor dining, & king-sized bed, relaxation is at your fingertips. Whether you're floating in the cove or hiking the fall trails, the timeless magic of the lake awaits year-round.

Modern Lakefront Views at Lake Hickory Haven

Escape to a quiet neighborhood with incredible lakefront views. This 3-story home has been completely renovated from top to bottom and has all new furnishings. It offers all the conveniences of home including kitchen equipment and utensils, WIFI and a washer & dryer. Sit and rock on the front deck or lounge in the hammock. 15-20 mins to shopping and downtown Hickory. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and 2 living areas. Theater seating downstairs with surround sound. No smoking. No pets.

Sportsman's Paradise ( Hunting & Fishing )

Sportsman's Paradise is just minutes away from the Currituck Sound which is famous for it's duck hunting and fishing. It overlooks Tull's Bay and Tull's Creek and is surrounded by the Northwest River Marsh Game Lands. The kitchen and living room have 9 windows so you can look out three sides of the house at the water. The walls are old rough cut boards and the ceilings are plywood. The living room and bedrooms are carpeted and the bathrooms and kitchen are laminate wood floor.

Island Lotus Yoga & Spa

A nature lover’s dream! Waterfront, ample natural light, serene beauty, and privacy can be all yours at our charming ranch right on the bay. The bay faces east, giving you the most breathtaking views of the sunrise and moonrise. Relax in the spa, adventure on kayaks, and chill and grill over the fire-pit. You’ll also local fresh eggs, and a private yoga class. Check us out on insta @islandlotusyoga! PS we’re not actually an island. Reach us by driving through Virginia Beach!

Cozy Quail Shores Lake Gaston

Quaint, cozy lake home nestled on 1.4 acres with a fabulous Main Lake view! Open and bright one level floor plan with living room, dining area, kitchen with granite counter tops and eat-in bar, 2BR/1 Bath. Awesome sun room with furniture for enjoying the sunrise over the main lake with your morning coffee. Walk down the beautiful landscaping to a nice sandy beach and boathouse. Absolutely perfect for kayaking, swimming, and boating at your next summer getaway vacation home!

Lake Lure Modern Retreat | Marina Access + Views

Wake up to the stillness of the lake, where mist rises over the water and the mountains glow in the morning light. Spend your days exploring, your afternoons stretched out on the deck with a drink in hand, and your evenings gathered by the fire as the sun dips behind the peaks. This Lake Lure retreat isn’t just a place to stay—it’s where you slow down, reconnect, and actually enjoy the moment. Whether you’re here for adventure or a quiet reset, this home gives you both.

Glass House on the Lake

This midcentury modern retreat nestled in a relaxing cove features floor-to-ceiling glass walls allowing the outdoors in, beautiful exposed wood beams, hardwood floors, and a cozy concrete fireplace. Enjoy the screened porch with new comfortable seating, updated kitchen, and stunning lake views. The gentle slope to the private dock passes by numerous resting nooks. Convenient to the Triangle, Triad, and VIR, it’s the perfect getaway blend of relaxation and adventure.

Sunset Lakefront Glass Retreat, Hot Tub, Kayaks

Just an hour from RTP, this sunset lakefront retreat is designed around the view, with expansive glass walls that bring Hyco Lake right into the living space. Spend the day on the water—launch a kayak, cast a line from the private dock, or relax by the lake—then unwind in the hot tub or around the fire pit as the sky turns gold. Perfect for romantic getaways, girls' weekends, or a peaceful midweek reset. Fast WiFi makes remote work easy, with on-site EV charging.

We call it The Point….

If you are an artist, fisherperson, kayaker, boater or just someone who wants to chill, you will love this. It’s quirky, private, artsy and has soul to refresh yours. Our waterfront paradise sits on a point on Queens Creek with a 180-degree view of the quarter-mile-wide estuary, just upriver from the Intracoastal Waterway and 5 miles from the ocean. We’ve rehabbed a 1959 fishing cottage, 2 bed, 2 bath surrounded by glass w/ kitchen and living facing the water.