[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 5 BR, 3.5 Bath, Game Room, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, PETS WELCOMED! Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42420000/42416300/42416257/3acdacb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42420000/42416300/42416257/b31b8f2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42420000/42416300/42416257/f45c3c67.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42420000/42416300/42416257/d932d40b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42420000/42416300/42416257/3229b8b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to Cardinal Cove, a serene getaway on Lake Gaston. Enjoy main lake views from every room in the house, and unwind with swimming, kayaking (2 provided), paddle boarding (1 provided), or simply relaxing by the lakeside firepit. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 132650 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Kitchen - Fireplace - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 5 BR, 3.5 Bath, Game Room, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, PETS WELCOMED! MANY UPDATES FOR 2021! 5 Bedroom, 3.5 Baths, Large Game Room, Two Kayaks, 1 Paddle Board, Plus Many More Amenities, PETS WELCOMED - Sleeps 11-13 Cardinal Cove is the perfect gateway to your Lake Gaston experience! This beautiful property boasts MAIN LAKE VIEWS from a PROTECTED COVE- the BEST OF BOTH WORLDS! As soon as you enter the home you are greeted with an amazing view of the main lake from every room in the house. The well-thought-out design of the home is spread across three levels with ample room for multiple families to spread out and enjoy, yet cozy enough for comfortable relaxation. Immediately, you will be drawn to the ever-present, MAJESTIC MAIN LAKE VIEWS from every bedroom and living space in the house! The private dock only steps from the house down the gently sloping lot is in a protected cove. Being just steps from the water allows for endless fun and enjoyment including swimming, floating (multiple floats, noodles, etc. provided), kayaking (2 provided), paddle boarding (1 provided), boating, tubing, fishing, etc. Others around the lake will have no problem finding you for an evening get together with friends. The home offers 5 BEDROOMS and 3.5 BATHROOMS. TWO MASTER SUITES with en suite bathrooms and walk-in closets (and great views of the lake) are available. Groups of kids can be separated into either of TWO BUNK ROOMS, making this a perfect location for multiple families (extra cot provided for use as needed). Adults will appreciate that even with a large group, the sleeping and common spaces allow for a feeling of privacy and discretion. Enjoy the lakeside firepit (NEW ADIRONDACK CHAIRS AND FIRE PIT FOR 2021) and s’mores on those chilly evenings. Cornhole boards are also provided for your enjoyment. Relax in the hammock with a good book. A Weber gas grill is also available for your cookouts. Complimentary high-speed internet is provided. The main master with a king bed and attached bathroom is on the main level. Also on the main level is the living room (with TV and Apple TV), kitchen and sunroom/dining room. Off the main level enjoy the well-appointed and comfortable screened porch with cozy furniture and AMAZING VIEWS of the lake, plus additional deck space for lounging and dining. A new OUTDOOR BAR overlooking the lake with seating for 4 has been added on the deck for 2021! The lower level has a 2ND MASTER with queen bed, attached bathroom and walk-in closet. A furnished game room/family room equipped with a large sectional, fireplace, TV (with Amazon Firestick) foosball table (NEW FOOSBALL TABLE FOR 2021) and board games along with a game table for your enjoyment. An additional bedroom with a set of bunkbeds is also located on the lower level. The lower level walks out to a covered patio for outdoor dining, just steps to the lake. You will find two more very large bedrooms (with incredible views of the main lake) upstairs with an additional full bathroom. One of the upstairs bedrooms features a comfortable queen bed and full furnishings, with the other upstairs bedroom set up as a bunk room to sleep 5 (two sets of bunk beds: one twin over twin, and one twin over full). LINENS PROVIDED AT NO EXTRA COST Parking is never an issue with a three private driveways converging in two circle drives throughout the shaded property. No dusty gravel roads to the property either as we have paved roads throughout the neighborhood. Plus there is plenty of room to park you boat trailer. All of our guests are invited to use one of the 2 KAYAKS and 1 PADDLEBOARD provided for exploring the nearby coves. We do provide a limited supply of life jackets with the kayaks. However, you may want to bring your own life jackets to ensure that "just right" fit for everyone (especially small children!). The large dock has deep clean water with a firm bottom, and offers two areas for boat tie-up for your use. Steps at the water’s edge allow for gradual entry to the water in about 2 to 3 feet of water, or feel free to jump in off the end of the dock into 6+ feet of water. The calm water cove allows for safe swimming, floating, kayaking and paddle-boarding for worry free water play. Swim at your own risk. NO DIVING! You will also find a refrigerator at the boathouse for your convenience. Also provided at the dock: multiple inflatable water toys, floating saddles, fishing gear, sun loungers, teak furniture, umbrellas and a portable speaker. PETS WELCOME! The property even includes a FENCED DOGGIE PARK on-site in the back yard by the water! PET POLICY: well-behaved and house-trained dogs allowed (maximum 2 dogs; no cats please). Dogs must be at least one year of age, neutered/spayed, up-to-date on rabies and other vaccinations, and free of fleas/ticks. Guests must pick up after pets and properly dispose of waste. Pet fee (non-refundable): $125 for first dog, $75 for second dog. Please provide details about dogs to owners prior to arrival. You are in a PRIME location on the North side of the main channel and CLOSE TO EVERYTHING. Only 4 MILES to Food Lion, ABC Liquor Store, Dollar Store, Lake Gaston Pizza, Hwy 55 Burgers, Subway, LKG Coffee, Ace Hardware and more. By water you are just a few minutes to the Eaton's Ferry Bridge and the local waterfront restaurants (Water's View Restaurant and The Pointe Restaurant). There is a public boat ramp only two miles from the house (by land and water). Southpointe Marina and Washburn’s Marina are close by for your fuel and boating convenience. Guests coming from the North or South using the I-85 corridor will be pleasantly surprised by the accessibility from major metro areas (about 1 to 1.5 hours from Raleigh and Richmond). Nearby are churches, a plant nursery, golf course, mini golf, farmers market, and flea market. Our house is a good base for a visit to Rosemont of Virginia Vineyards and Winery. Any jet skis and boats on the boat lifts at the boat house are property of the owners, not to be tampered with, and not for use by renters. There are numerous boat rental companies on the lake for your convenience. Please note that the house is on a SEPTIC SYSTEM. Please DO NOT flush anything except HUMAN WASTE and TOILET PAPER! NO SMOKING. No smoking please inside the home or on screened porch. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Firepit - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed - Note from host: No smoking inside or on the screened porch! ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near the marina - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Foosball table - Kayak - Paddleboard - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 2,650 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55400000/55390500/55390477/163ac446.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Serene, Spacious Lakefront Home in a Quiet Cove Bracey - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 48 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=55390477&PinnedHotelID=55390477&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99680000/99675700/99675610/f92a5e51.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### New! 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Boat rental companies are numerous in the area. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Pet fee $125 (1st dog), $75 (2nd dog). ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted No smoking inside or on the screened porch! ## 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 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area Located in Littleton, this vacation home is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Gaston and Goat Island, while Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail and Royal Palace Theatre are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Littleton travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Littleton.dx126709) [View more Vacation homes in Littleton](https://www.expedia.ca/Littleton-Private-Vacation-Homes.d126709-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.52018%2C-77.89978&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=QinQwjswABcERS4pm4VH5u7wD0c=) Henrico, NC ### What's nearby - Lake Gaston - 1 min drive - 0.4 km - Rosemont Vineyards - 30 min drive - 27.2 km - Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail - 36 min drive - 35.7 km - Medoc Mountain State Park - 51 min drive - 49.3 km - VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital - 57 min drive - 62.4 km ### Getting around - Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 99 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪WATERSVIEW - ‬11 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive - ‪Lake Gaston Coffee Company - ‬10 min drive - ‪Lake Gaston Pizza - ‬9 min drive - ‪Hardee's - ‬25 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 5 BR, 3.5 Bath, Game Room, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, PETS WELCOMED! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at 5 BR, 3.5 Bath, Game Room, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, PETS WELCOMED!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 5 BR, 3.5 Bath, Game Room, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, PETS WELCOMED!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is 5 BR, 3.5 Bath, Game Room, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, PETS WELCOMED! located? > This family-friendly Littleton vacation home is located on the waterfront, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Gaston, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Goat Island and Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail. La Crosse Town Park and La Crosse Caboose Park are also within 25 mi (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 5 BR, 3.5 Bath, Game Room, Kayaks, Paddle Boards, PETS WELCOMED! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 31 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine B. Jul 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We had a wonderful experience for our entire family. Lots to do and lots of fun playing in the lake. The house worked very well for our multi generational, large family. Will definitely stay there again! ##### Catherine B. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alice H. Nov 30, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving Together Great place…lots to do…definitely enjoyed Littleton! ##### Alice H. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paul M. Jul 15, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### An amazing get away for the family. The house is in a really great location and has all the amenities you need. It is truly cove style with main lake views. The hosts are really responsive and super helpful and friendly. ##### Paul M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa L., Arlington, VA Aug 5, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Our family had a great week in this clean, well-stocked home in a beautiful, peaceful cove on Lake Gaston. Highly recommend and look forward to visiting again! ##### Melissa L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brenda M. Aug 16, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Christmas in August We give a family vacation for Christmas instead of "junk". This was an awesome place to stay. We have stayed other places but this has been the BEST! Would definitely stay there again. ##### Brenda M. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fred B. Jun 29, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Time at Cardinal Cove Stayed the week at Cardinal Cove. My kids and grandkids had a great time swimming off the dock. We rented a pontoon boat for three days and was able to tie up the boat at the dock. Easy access to the lake. ##### Fred B. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn W. Apr 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Spring Break Trip Great house!! We had a wonderful time and the property was perfect. Plenty of parking, an easily accessible dock (and water toys), and an ideal yard with a firepit and dog run. We would definitely rent again! THANK YOU!! ##### Kathryn W. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### lori d. Oct 21, 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake house family fun! We loved our stay at the lake house! Our family had a wonderful 3 night stay just relaxing & enjoying the fall weather. We did some kayaking, drove 20 minutes to a haunted corn maze, went to the flea market right up the road and then enjoyed a day in downtown Raleigh. We celebrated our dog’s 10th birthday there and it made it so special to have him with us. We made some wonderful memories and will forever cherish our time together there. Beautiful home! ##### lori d. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel V. Oct 9, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Early Fall Getaway We gathered to celebrate a friend's 50th birthday and what a great weekend! The property is right on the water and has lots of places to hang out - hard to pick which one. We appreciated the time together so much and beautiful weather certainly helped with the gorgeous lake views. ##### Rachel V. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Jul 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Vacay! Our stay at Cardinal Cove was fabulous! The house and outdoor space was perfect! We (humans and dogs) all enjoyed our time very much. The description and photos are very accurate. Nice, quiet, and safe neighborhood. Great view of the lake. The fishing was good too. We caught sunfish, white perch, largemouth bass, and blue catfish right off the dock. If you want to get away from it all and reconnect with friends and family, Cardinal Cove is the perfect place. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sherri A. Aug 14, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The home was beautifully decorated, clean and well stocked.-we needed nothing but food. The owner of this property quickly responds and is very accommodating. The home is close to the town of Littleton. Plenty of room for the family to spread out from the indoor spaces to the outdoor screened in porch and dock. Loved the water toys (paddle boards, kayak, noodles, floats, paddleboat). Nature at its best with the birds, squirrels, egrets, turtles and bats. The firepit is an added bonus and if I'd brought my dog the fenced area would have been perfect. We loved every minute of our family reunion. ##### Sherri A. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021 ### 6/10 Okay #### Darlene W. Apr 30, 2023 Liked: Location, listing accuracy #### Richmond Rd. Great layout, well equip kitchen, boat house, outside chairs. We found some dishes & cookware that were dirty. Oven light out. Carpets were not vacuumed. Some updates needed. Promised we could take occupancy early, key pad on timer didn’t let us in until after 4. Some of the toilets need repairs. But overall we had a good stay. ##### Darlene W. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy B., Pfafftown, NC Sep 26, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lake Gaston Family Getaway Our family of ten enjoyed our stay at Cardinal Cove. The water toys available were fun for the entire family, especially the paddle boat. The kitchen is well stocked with appliances and utensils. The upstairs sitting area was a little small for our family movie watching but the downstairs sitting area worked fine. The property is older and needs a bit of maintenance on walkway to lake specifically the handrails. Inside, the property is updated with new lighting and fans. A grocery store is very close by for those food items forgotten. Tropical storm Ophelia arrived during our stay but only dampened one day. The lake was nice and even the puppy got into swimming. The owners were responsive. Book your next lake adventure here. ##### Kathy B. Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Naomi R. Aug 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Getaway Oh My Goodness this place is amazing! My husband just retired from the Navy and we wanted to unplug with our family and enjoy some time before civilian life begins. We found this place and it was EXACTLY as listed and even nicer in person. We had 6 adults, 2x12 yr olds a 10 yr old and a dog. We had PLENTY of room and then some. Our mornings were filled with coffee on the screened-in porch while the fellas casted lines off the dock. The kiddos loved tubing and the lake water was so clear and clean. We took the boat to dinner one night at WatersVew and it was very delicious with a great view...plus only like a 5 min boat ride just past mile marker 9 just past the Eaton's ferry bridge. Never have I stayed at a place for the week where we only had to go to the grocery store once...but this place is stocked with everything you could need. We followed suit and paid it forward leaving things we thought the next family might find useful. Even the light switches are labeled, such a nice touch! Big shout out to the house Uno deck as we had some cut throat games every night! There are more than enough floats, chairs, life vests anything and everything you could ever think of. We had one downfall...my daughter did break her wrist but thanks to the very informative notebook provided by the host we had already seen info to the closest Urgent Care and Emergency Department. Although sad and terrifying I was so thankful to have that information already tucked in the back of my mind. ##### Naomi R. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shawn P., Glen Allen Apr 13, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spring Break getaway we all need! We took our family of 3 generations here for the kid's (age 10 & 12) Spring Break 2023, the first full week of April. My Father-in-law is 80 and was able to manage the house easily; though, the stairs to the water are no joke, even for the fit folks. Stick to the stairs, as the yard way down presents odd footing. It felt as if we went to a family member's home, everything we needed in the kitchen and bedrooms was already there. The gas grill fired up easily and we enjoyed grilling multiple times. The fire pit and complimentary Smore's kit was an overwhelming success; we did have to grab firewood at the nearby Food Lion. All the tools for managing the fire and toasting the marshmallows were there too. The kids and adults loved the available life jackets, kayaks, stand-up paddle board, and the paddle boat. The cove is nicely off the main lake which minimized the impact of the wind. We were fortunate to get the sun most days, temps low 80s and the water was chilly but kind at 60°ish. We had two fishermen in our group that spent nearly every opportunity casting lines off the dock. We visited Stonehouse Timber Lodge for live minnows that proved very worth the trip. We had success with artificial baits, just not as much. We caught more than a dozen bass with the biggest 3 ' 11 oz, several catfish with the biggest nearly 5 pounds, and a ton of Crappie at a pound or better. A wonderful trip no doubt, and if you have a chance, get doughnuts from Jenny Cakes just around the corner. ##### Shawn P. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eric C. Dec 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Homey With Amazing View! Seriously, the views from each room are just terrific! It's seems a quiet little cove when you're standing on the dock with a fishing pole, but up in the house you know you're part of the main lake and you can see across to the other side. Sunrises are fantastic! The house matched up perfectly (plus some) to the listing with maybe a few great surprises thrown in... (We were here for Thanksgiving and there were Christmas decorations up... SO thoughtful and lovely!) And if you like to cook- the kitchen is ready for you! Extremely well stocked with more than just "the basics". Owners were super-friendly and helpful, responded right away to answer a question we had... Overall, a great experience, a really comfortable stay, and a wonderful vacation... with GORGEOUS sunrises!! ##### Eric C. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate Q. Nov 21, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great weekend The house was perfect for a long weekend with a group of friends. Lots of seating areas, plenty of beds, and beautiful location on the lake. ##### Kate Q. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer B., Clayton, North Carolina Jun 29, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice Summer Retreat Our family enjoyed staying at Cardinal Cove. The deck, water floats, kayaks and paddle board provided for most of our outdoor time. The water was shallow enough for my 5 year old grandchildren to comfortably play. (There were tiny worm-like leaches that stuck to our feet, but that is lake life.) The house is well insulated so noise from other floors was not highly noticeable and the layout & space was enough to accommodate my family and friends. There were also 3 fold-out tables that were nice to have for setting up extra eating spaces and a place to put together a puzzle or play games. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and were well-pleased with the property and all it provided. ##### Jennifer B. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alysa A. May 16, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The house that has it all! Amazing stay at Cardinal Cove! The property is everything in the listing and more. Plenty of space for people to spread out and more than enough water toys and games to keep everyone happy. Super clean, kitchen is well stocked. Quiet street and cove. Couldn't ask for a better stay. ##### Alysa A. Stayed 3 nights in May 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lauren D. Jan 20, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family vacation success! Awesome location! Tucked away but not in the middle of nowhere. Accommodating. Lots of kitchen utensils etc since we did all of our meals at the house. Wonderful little dock. Pet friendly! We haven’t had a family vacation since I was a kid so having the family from different states meet up together and enjoy each other’s company was just a true blessing. Thank you for having us and I’d love to return back to this location for another family vacation. My family is already discussing it as a yearly thing. ##### Lauren D. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Oct 22, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect little getaway We enjoyed the quaintness of the property and its location. All the non motorized water crafts available were great and we all enjoyed our stay! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert L. Sep 30, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### So amazing we extended our stay! Everything was seamless and super easy. Mendy responded very quickly and was available for us at all times if needed. The house was so relaxing and the views from the house and deck were beautiful. The house was nicely updated and had everything we needed and more. Very clean. Loved the access to the water toys, which made the experience that much more amazing! Definitely recommend and would go back in a heartbeat. ##### Robert L. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine G., Washington, DC Jun 29, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great getaway! We loved our stay at Cardinal Cove! We found it very clean and exactly as advertised. It’s located in a quiet cove with beautiful morning views. It is well stocked and has plenty of space to spread out if you have different generations or families. We would totally come back. Thank you for great memories made! ##### Catherine G. Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lorie Z. Jun 13, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Lake Fun! This house worked perfectly for our family of ten. We spent our days on the dock and in the water in this peaceful cove. The kayaks, paddle board, and paddle boat provided hours of fun! We’d love to come back again! ##### Lorie Z. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan M. Oct 19, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great lake getaway This property was everything we wanted, needed and hoped it to be. We were sold on the location and the availability of kayaks and the paddle board! We all enjoyed using them, and the cove location made it great to enjoy the water sports since it was protected and out of the wind. The kitchen had more pots and pans and dishes that you could possibly use. In fact, I am on a mission to find the everyday bowls and plates that were in the kitchen. We spent all of our time on the dock, in the water or at the firepit, so we really didn't miss the tv that much I guess. :) We would stay there again! We also were very close to the Pontoon Boat rental location, and we enjoyed fabulous weather on the lake and were able to load our food, etc. on to the boat from the dock without dragging everything to the marina. Beware the steps, so if you have accessibility issues, the stairs could be an issue. The only downside for us was that we do not have AppleTV or Chromecast accounts, so we missed watching Sunday night and Monday night football (or we just didn't know how to use them). There was plenty to do otherwise, so I hate to even mention that. The owner's were very responsive to our questions in trying to help use get it to work. I gave our stay 5\* because it was truly a great getaway. Thanks so much for a great spot! ##### Susan M. 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