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Beautiful 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home on a quiet cove on Lake Gaston

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Games room
Property grounds
TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10242 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

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Littleton, NC
  • Lake Gaston
    5 min walk
  • Goat Island
    14 min drive
  • Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail
    24 min drive
  • Roanoke Rapids, NC (RZZ-Halifax County)
    16 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home on a quiet cove on Lake Gaston

Our home has 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths. It sits on a quiet cove on Lake Gaston. The main floor master has a king size sleep number bed and full bath with tub and shower. There are three bedrooms on the second floor with queen beds and 2 full baths with tubs. The 5th bedroom is on the 3rd floor where we have a queen futon with a single bunk overhead and a twin size day bed with a twin trundle. We have an open living/dining/kitchen area which leads to the sun room all of which have great lake views. A large gas grill is available for your use. We have an air conditioned game room with a pub style ping pong and shuffleboard table. We have a corn hole set for your enjoyment and a fire pit for those cool evenings. We have 3 kayaks and 1 canoe with paddles and PFDs for your use. We have several rafts for all ages. Spectrum high speed internet and YouTube TV are available. We have 4 TVs in the home. A starter supply of paper products is provided. We have a washer and dryer and laundry products are included in your rental. We also provide linens at no extra charge. The beds will be freshly made upon your arrival. The kitchen is well stocked and there is an extra refrigerator for your use in the game room.

Lake Gaston is one of the premiere fishing lakes in North Carolina and Virginia. Bass, stripers, walleye and catfish make this one of the top fishing destinations in the eastern US. It also provides many coves and backwaters for canoe, kayak and small craft anglers.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Gaston. An arcade/game room is available. The vacation home offers a kitchen and 3.5 bathrooms.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 3.5 bathrooms
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 1-minute drive from Lake Gaston and 14 minutes from Goat Island
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills, an arcade/game room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Denise and Gary Armstrong

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Ping pong table
  • Games room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking outdoors only please.

Location highlights

  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayaking on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2600 sq ft (242 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Beautiful 5 Bedroom 3.5 Bath Home on a Quiet Cove on Lake Gaston

Beautiful 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home on a quiet cove on Lake Gaston Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marisol L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good family getaway
Our family enjoyed our stay very much, the host were excellent and the house is well equipped. The indoors was very clean but the deck and outdoors furniture were not as clean as we would have liked. You cannot swim off the dock, but we managed to kayak out and swim.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun Family Vacation
Communication with the property owner was great throughout the process. The property met the expectations set by the pictures. Having access to Kayaks was particularly nice. While the cove may look constrained at the site of the dock, we had no issues getting our boat in and out of the cove throughout the week.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time in Lake Gaston
We can't say enough great things about our trip to Lake Gaston and our stay at this home. Our two families had plenty of room to rest and also fellowship together. The kitchen was well stocked, and the owners even had snacks and smores for us upon arrival. It was easy to navigate in and out of the cove on our jet skis or just floating around in floats (we brought floats and the home had additional for us to use). The deck is so close to the dock and the backyard was perfect for yard games. Thank you again for allowing us to share your home for our trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake House
This is the third time that we have stayed at this home in the last four years. All of our children are spread out around the country (miltary) and it is hard to get everyone together at the same time. Plenty of room for our whole crew, great access for our rental pontoon boat, fenced side yard with swing set for the little ones. everything we need to relax and reconnect. Even the three five-year-old grandkids consider this the vacation place now. Thank you for allowing us to use your home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MARSHA M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our getaway
We enjoyed our time at the rental. Great communication with hosts and very responsive to our needs. They even went so far as to buy a full size ironing board when they realized we were there for a quilt retreat with friends. Plenty of supplies and extra goodies. Great view and easy access to lake
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L., Ash , Brunswick

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what the doctor ordered!
What a great place to enjoy time with our family. Having everything you and your family could need right there at your fingertips. Thank you so much Denise and Gary for hosting a very special time for me and my family. You have a wonderful home!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Armstrong Cottage
The grill was very dirty & the grease trap must have been full, so when we tried to heat the grill, it caught on fire. We had to use a extinguisher to put it out. The cleaning lady adamantly claimed that she had cleaned it earlier but the tray under the grates was very dirty. However, the writeup on the cottage DID state that the grill is not part of the normal cleaning service. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily R., Willow Spring

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay!
We loved our stay! The house had plenty of room for our three families including three kids. The house had everything we needed and so many extras to make our stay so fun and special! We loved taking the kayaks and canoes out and enjoyed the games in the garage. We took the kids to the public beach where the water is shallow and they had so much fun! We would recommend this house without hesitation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reconnection
This is the second time we stayed at this property the first time in June 2021 and June 2023 and both times it was great. Our children are spread out all over the country being in the military, so it is really hard to get everyone together at the same time. The house is wonderful and very comfortable, feels like home as soon as you walk in. It is right on the lake on a very quiet back cove for fishing, swimming and tying the rental boat up. The back deck is very relaxing to be able enjoy the water view especially in the early morning and evenings. It has a fenced side yard with a swing set the for the little one's and a fire pit for roasting marshmallows for their smores. It has plenty of life jackets in all sizes plus a canoe and three kayak's to paddle around the cove. It has all the cooking equipment for any meal. We plan to come back as soon as we can. When we think of going to the lake house this is where we think of.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property!
This house was cozy and private. The only “issue” was that our pontoon is large and docking was difficult with the other pontoon already there. The owners were quick to answer questions and accommodating. We will definitely use this property again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway
The house was clean and very well equipped from kitchen items to toiletries and a welcoming basket of goodies. We enjoyed the 2 living room spaces. The outdoor deck accommodated 6 adults easily which was great because that's where we spent a lot of time. It was easy to communicate with the hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawana D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely fantastic stay
Gary and Denise were great host. The house was well stocked, comfortable, and plenty of games. We will definitely stay again .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and peaceful location
This was our 3rd year and 3rd location at Lake Gaston celebrating our annual family vacation.Denise and Gary not only provided a comfortable and clean home but they also provided excellent communication throughout our booking process, pre arrival and departure. Everything was in working order, the kitchen was fully stocked with all appliances, plenty of dishes, pots and pans and utensils. The grill was used multiple times. We enjoyed the extra fridge and freezer as well. Both sitting areas with large screen TVs were an asset as well. The location was conveniently located near the public boat launch, as well the grocery store was within about a 10 minute drive. We look forward to the opportunity to return next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A., Virginia Beach

Liked: Cleanliness
Plenty of room for family with 3 married children!
We had a very fun 1st annual lake vacation at Idle Zone! When we weren’t out on our boat, The three levels of bedrooms, the garage games, and the kayaks/canoe all gave us plenty to take advantage of to make for a delightful family vacation. We even found the yard with room for some outdoor games. The driveway, though narrow, was a loop that made maneuvering the boat and trailer in and out simple and the extremely close boat ramp is public and super well kept! The dock is on a very quiet and still (almost too still) cove. Tying up at the dock was not a problem but was not the most convenient either. As we were informed ahead of time, the pontoon boat occupies the boathouse. Once out we were able to find smooth water nearby for wakeboarding, skiing, and tubing. This made it easy to return to the dock for lunch, or equipment/ people change out or just to relax. The dock was great for this especially since the trees provided some very nice shade during the day. The house is very close to the water and has nice decks we used to eat and gather. We used the kitchen every night and were all able to eat together around the table! Very important to us. Overall I highly recommend Idle Zone for a fun family lake vacation! Thank you Gary and Denise!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

sandra d.

Liked: Cleanliness
LOVE!
Communication with Denise was easy and timely. Kitchen is stocked with everything anyone could possibly need. House is very cozy, sunroom nice and big for our crew. Beds comfy, linens and towels, clean and soft. Highly recommend this house. ENJOYED our week for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, Quiet, Quiet
If you are looking to be on the water, but away from the craziness, this is an ideal getaway. Vacations for us are more about the "Who" and less about the "where." This quiet little cove provided exactly what our family needed. House was nice, and very clean. We definitely had plenty of room , yet the kitchen/family room combo provided a great place to laugh and bond. Neighbors were very friendly. Gary and Denise are top quality folks and every interaction was positive. Book with confidence
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherry D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house!
We had a great week! Boating, tubing and jet skiing. The house is fully stocked with everything we needed. And a little extra now. I left my book and a Big frying pan. Oh well. Maybe next year I’ll go back and get it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Getaway with the family.
We had a great time! The house was clean and well stocked. The layout gave everyone plenty of space to relax.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

B S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite lake house
Wonderful house along Lake Gaston. Lots of activities to do in or out of the water! Our boys 18 and 19 really enjoyed themselves. We would about came back here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher V.

Liked: Cleanliness
An excellent place for a family vacation!
Just enjoyed a vacation here with my family and in-laws. The house was exceptional - impeccably clean with plenty of space and great amenities. Our kids enjoyed the floating dock, kayaks, and canoe, as well as using the dock to launch fishing excursions. The cove was very quiet but allowed easy access to the larger lake. Denise and Gary were very friendly and communicative - they made us feel truly at home. I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway at Lake Gaston!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nolan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Weekend 2022
Had a great stay here. Nice quiet location with a boat ramp a minute away. House was nice and clean with plenty of space for 2 families.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corrie S., Suffolk, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacay
The property/ home was very well described in the listing. The house was clean and organized and well stocked with basics. We travel with two kiddos (5&7), parents and grandparents, and the house was very accommodating for all the family. I love love that the dining table was able to sit all 9 of us. Always something I look for in a house. The owners were also very easy to work with and communicate with! A great experience all around. Another successful vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ted K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet place to gather for fishing and such
Overall very good rental with plenty of room for a group of guys in the area to fish One piece to note, all but one bedrooms are upstairs (stairs are very steep) so if you have older guests, keep that in mind. Would be nice if they put a hand rail on the front steps, my elderly dad struggled to get up the stairs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Idol Zone was exactly that! A spacious and homey lake house that had everything we needed!
Gary and Denise were quick in responses and easy to keep in contact with. Their listing was true to its word and had even more than we expected. A pleasure to rent
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving was amazing!
Denise and Gary were amazing hosts. The house was awesome with plenty of space to spread out. The kids room was super cute and plenty of room to run outside and play. Plenty of kitchen space to cook a full Thanksgiving dinner. The owners even left a Thanksgiving goodie tray. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021