
Holiday rentals with lake access in North Carolina
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Easy Breezy beach house on secluded waterfront
🏝️🌞🐬 Take it easy at this unique and tranquil beach cottage nestled in the woods on the Albemarle sound! This hidden gem provides a unique combo of a rural getaway and the beach! Wildlife is truly plentiful at this romantic escape or family vacay- see dolphins, otters, turtles, etc. Enjoy 3 cozy bedrooms, new hot tub, private dock, kayaks, personal balcony off each room with amazing views! Located conveniently between downtown Elizabeth city and Outer Banks. Relaxation and serenity awaits you!🌊🏖️☀️
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 194 reviews
Luxury Family Cabin | Hot Tub, Pond + Game Room!
Welcome to Woodland Hills Lodge! Experience an epic getaway in the Blue Ridge Mountains when you book this beautiful log cabin where you'll be enveloped by the soothing scent of swiss pine and crisp mountain air. The cabin boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, hot tub, game room and private fishing pond! Situated in a quiet gated community with access to the communal playground. You'll enjoy the peacefulness of the location while being in close proximity to the conveniences of downtown Marion, NC
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
Private cozy lake home with indoor pool!
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Secluded home yet close to town. Nestled in a quiet cove right off the main channel on Lake Hickory. It has a heated indoor pool so even in the winter time you can enjoy the water with view of the lake. There is a dock as well. So if you happen to want to enjoy the lake, you can. The house has its own boat ramp so if you want to bring your own boat you can. If not there are places to rent them from. Hope you come and enjoy our piece of paradise.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews
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!
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 283 reviews
Couples Retreat, Yard Games, Firepit, Paddleboards
Welcome to our secluded lakeside sanctuary on the shores of Lake Norman! Tucked away amidst tranquil woods, this stylish home offers the ultimate escape for couples seeking relaxation and adventure, with a touch of family-friendly charm. From cozying up inside on the king bed or by the fireplace, to gliding along the lake in a paddleboard or gazing at stars near the firepit, our home offers endless opportunities for a couples getaway, ensuring a truly unforgettable lakeside experience for all.
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 151 reviews
The Skipper- 3 bedroom/Simply Adorable
The Skipper located on High Rock Lake highlights a large beautiful deck and pier filled with cozy seating and a Blackstone for preparing meals. It offers a screened-in porch off the kitchen for early mornings and late nights. This cabin offers a galley kitchen, dining area, family room, 3 bedrooms, and two full baths. All rooms have black out curtains for necessary naps during the day. A well trained dog is welcome during your stay. The Skipper- a quiet and perfect vacation spot to relax.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
Loblolly House. Retreat.Pond&Pine. Cabin15minUNC.
Nestled amongst the loblolly pines, our renovated 1975 cabin is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom cozy, clean house in the woods, overlooking a 4 acre pond, with residential ducks. Escape from day-to-day life, with a feeling of being a million miles away, yet conveniently close to Chapel Hill & Pittsboro, 15 min S. of UNC & minutes from groceries & restaurants. Lux mattress & linens, dinghy, wifi, fire circle, fairy forest, spacious deck with pond view & a fire table, BBQ with lovely cafe lights awaits!
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
Tiny Home Mountain Adventure+HotTub+Fire Pit+Grill
We can't adequately describe how peaceful it is to sit at the picnic table & listen to the wind through the trees or the birds serenade as the sky turns pink & purple over the Smoky Mountains. We purposely tucked our adorable Tiny Home into the woods to achieve the peaceful retreat you're looking for. You'll feel like the "Little Red Riding Hood" skipping through the woods as you escape the "Big Bad Wolf" of technology and stress. Evenings around the Firepit w/the stars are simply magical!
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 272 reviews
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)
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 175 reviews
Lake Front Living with Private Sandy Beach!
Get a slice of peaceful lakefront living in this welcoming Aframe home with spectacular views! Awake each morning to the sun rising over the lake, then fill the day playing on your own private sandy beach, kayaking, fishing, or birdwatching. Take a short walk to the deeper lake for a refreshing swim or go for hike at Bay Tree Lake State Park which is right around the corner. Whip up a fabulous meal in the large open kitchen and end the evening with s’mores by the fire and unbelievable stars!
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 136 reviews
Waterfront paradise w/ large outdoor living area
This unique custom-built 4,009 sq. ft. lake house is located at the mouth of Lyons Creek and Lake Gaston with direct main lake access in the upscale subdivision of West Winds. The home offers fabulous views, a large flat yard, a fire pit, a sandy beach area, and good water depth at the boathouse. The home is situated on a large point with over 550 feet of waterfront. The outside boasts a large wrap around porch, with a grill, a 12-person outdoor dining area, and comfortable patio furniture.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 134 reviews
The Playground! 4br/3ba Views! Skee-ball®! More!
Welcome to The Playground! If you like fun, relaxation, and gorgeous views, then you will looooove The Playground. It is the perfect place to breathe fresh air, see beauty, gather with friends and family, play, and relax. Paddle in the quiet cove. Play Real Skee-Ball®, foosball, 4-person NFL® Blitz, 60-in-1 multi-arcade (Pac-Man, Galaga, Frogger, etc.), cornhole, and more Lounge on the double-decker deck. Watch the 75" 4K TV while on the leather sectional. Sip coffee and more!
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviewsPopular amenities for North Carolina lake access rentals
Lake access house rentals

Hideaway Haven - Hot Tub, Firepit & Private Dock
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 110 reviews
Paradise on Earth
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviews
Nice little cabin at the lake.
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
Lakefront with Million Dollar Views on HYCO Lake
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 159 reviews
Serenity by the Lake
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 272 reviews
Lakeside 10 miles to Tobacco Rd.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 112 reviews
Serenity on the Blue Ridge Parkway
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 143 reviews
Mountain cabin feel on Hyco Lake.
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 187 reviewsLake access apartment rentals

Charming Studio #1 "On Farm Time"
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 222 reviews
Lakefront Condo Flat Rock N.C.
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews
Weaver's Landing
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 359 reviews
Lakefront home. Apartment w/private entrance.
4.81 out of 5 average rating, 250 reviews
Stunning Lake & Mountain Views: A perfect getaway!
5.0 out of 5 average rating, 130 reviews
Lake Apartment with Beautiful Lake Norman Views
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 196 reviews
Oceanfront Sunrise to Sunset Views
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews
Beautiful Waterfront Downtown Apartment Unit 2
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 304 reviewsLake access cottage rentals

Pamlico Paradise: Scenic/Remote/Kayaks/Boat Ramp
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 132 reviews
Farmer & the Naiad, cottage on 1800s farmplace
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 155 reviews
A-FRAME Lake Cabin. Private Boat Dock, Kayaks, SUP
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 176 reviews
Serenity Cove lake house. Charlotte. Sleeps 8.
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 118 reviews
Beautiful high rock lake front cottage !
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 316 reviews
The Retreat at Lake Trace
4.88 out of 5 average rating, 119 reviews
Cozy cottage in quiet cove on LKN
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews
Waterfront | Private Dock | Firepit | Kayaks
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