[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/43000000/42420000/42416300/42416257/3229b8b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&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) - 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 ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59210000/59204400/59204356/73809ad4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Lake Front in Quiet Cove, Convenient to Boat Ramp, Dining & Shopping Quail Ridge - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 147 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=59204356&PinnedHotelID=59204356&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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Please do not flush anything but human waste and toilet paper. Jet skis or boats in the boat lift are not to be tampered with and are not for use by renters. 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 - ‪Hardee's - ‬25 min drive - ‪Lake Gaston Pizza - ‬9 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. 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