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Outdoor dining w/seating for twelve. Enough deck seating for twenty-two or more

Breathtaking view of main lake from upper deck.

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9.6

Exceptional

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 183000 sq ft

Popular amenities

Pet friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Outdoor Space

Washer

Explore the area

Henrico, NC

Lake Gaston1 min walk
Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail25 min drive
Roanoke Rapids, NC (RZZ-Halifax County)35 min drive
John H. Kerr Reservoir66 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

We have stayed at this house 2 years now. It is exactly as pictured, clean, and the owner is very responsive to question...

cheryl w.

Oct 4, 2023

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds, 1 Double Futon and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

MAKE VACATION MEMORIES IN A COZY LOG HOME ON MAIN LAKE

SUNDAY TO SUNDAY RENTALS ONLY DURING SUMMER PEAK SEASON. Log cabin offers three levels, all with spectacular views of Main Lake. The main level offers an open floor plan with high ceilings. Lots of windows and hardwood floors throughout. The main level has an open floor plan with kitchen/dining/living room with granite gas fireplace, large flat screen TV, Blu-Ray Smart DVD player, full bath with tub and two bedrooms ,one bedroom w/queen bed, the second bedroom has a set of bunk beds, a daybed with
pop-up trundle and a full size futon. The main level has a large wrap-around deck with two patio dining tables, wrap around sofa & ottoman, two swivel rocking chairs, and gas grill. Upper level has loft area w/sleeper chair, master bedroom with king size bed & youth bed, and full bath with shower. The lower level has a large game room with professional pool table, custom granite bar, sectional sofa, flat screen TV, full size refrigerator, two bedrooms w/queen beds and full bath w/tub. All bedrooms have televisions with Spectrum TV. The basement level has slate floors throughout. The walk-out basement has a patio ample seating, a swinging rope chair and rope hammock. The rental price is based for a maximum of fifteen (15) persons. An ADDITIONAL CHARGE of one hundred dollars ($100.00) PER PERSON per week or $25 per person per day with a limit of 18 guests. The house provides beds for fifteen (15) guests. Air mattresses may be rented IN ADVANCE ONLY for $15 for a single or $25 for a Full/Queen or you may provide your own. The boathouse/dock has rope lighting, ladder, storage closet with life vests, floats and noodles. TWO KAYAKS INCLUDED FOR YOUR FUN AND RECREATION. The property is located on deep water for boating, swimming and diving from pier. The semi-private beach area features a graduated sandy bottom which is excellent for small children to swim and play. SUNDAY TO SUNDAY rentals are WEEKLY ONLY during SUMMER PEAK SEASON. FOR LARGE FAMILY REUNIONS, WEDDINGS OR FILM LOCATIONS, please call for pricing. Pet fee is $25 PER PET/PER DAY. Towels may be rented for $35 PER BUNDLE of 8 (8 towels, 8 hand towels & 8 face cloths, 8 dish towels & 8 dish cloths). You will be charged for all missing or broken items. PLEASE FILL OUT THE CONTRACT WITH YOUR INFORMATION, SIGN, INITIAL ALL PAGES AND RETURN IMMEDIATELY. This can be done online. If you have problems, contact the owner.

Property manager

Rose Marie Lee

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Highchair, pack-n-play & youth bed. Sloping water

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

$1,500 - $2,500 wedding and large party fee.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 3 pets total)

Cats Declawed. Pets flee treated.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

May smoke outdoors. No cigarette butts in grass.

CHILDREN ARE TO BE INCLUDED AS OCCUPANTS. No jumping off boathouse roof. Beware of snakes in the area. No rock or stone throwing.

Pet fee - $100 per pet/ week. Pets are NEVER allowed on the furniture. You must clean pet waste. Not responsible for injuries.

Boatlift usage fee is $250. Prior payment is required. V-hull boats up to 3,000 lbs. Cigarette boats must anchor or park on the beach.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 18

Note from host: $1,500 - $2,500 wedding and large party fee.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Henrico

Located in Henrico, this cabin is in the city center and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Gaston and Medoc Mountain State Park, 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.

Henrico, NC

What's nearby

Lake Gaston - 1 min walk
Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail - 25 min drive
Rosemont Vineyards - 34 min drive
John H. Kerr Reservoir - 66 min drive
Kerr Lake Country Club - 68 min drive

Restaurants

‪Watersview Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
‪Beautiful Lake Gaston - ‬14 min drive
‪Subway - ‬15 min drive
‪Lake Gaston Coffee Company - ‬15 min drive
‪The Pointe at Lake Gaston - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is MAKE VACATION MEMORIES IN A COZY LOG HOME ON MAIN LAKE pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at MAKE VACATION MEMORIES IN A COZY LOG HOME ON MAIN LAKE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at MAKE VACATION MEMORIES IN A COZY LOG HOME ON MAIN LAKE?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is MAKE VACATION MEMORIES IN A COZY LOG HOME ON MAIN LAKE located?

Located in Henrico, this beachfront cabin is in the city center, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Lake Gaston, and within 20 mi (32 km) of Roanoke Canal Museum and Trail and Rosemont Vineyards. Chockoyotte Country Club and Vidant North Hospital are also within 25 mi (40 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Debbie L.

May 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well equipped

The property was clean and well equipped. The home, dock and lakefront space are lovely.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

cheryl w.

Oct 4, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family and friends reunion

We have stayed at this house 2 years now. It is exactly as pictured, clean, and the owner is very responsive to questions. We enjoy the location.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Jul 9, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for large family

We come to Lake Gaston every 4th of July. This house did not disappoint. Lots of bedrooms/beds, tons of outdoor seating, and a beach!

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kim L.

Jun 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

Property has plenty of activities indoors and the kitchen is well stocked. Had a great time.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

May 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Gaston

Beautiful Place

Stayed 80 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherry T.

Feb 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

My stay

Everything was amazing woukd love to stay again

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

terri d.

Jan 4, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overall great vacation spot

Beautiful house and view on lake Gaston.!! After booking it,owner stated some repairs were being done after the holidays -like the indoor fireplace wasn’t working and we specifically looked for a place with a fireplace so that was very disappointing . Some cleanliness issues but the owner was informed and will address it. Lots of rules and inventory lists in every room to follow exactly. We Rented linens as we had a large group and it wasn’t convenient to all bring our own. Never had to rent linens before. Had to count them before and after. Owner was kind and friendly,calling us at the end of stay. Pet friendly was wonderful-great space for pets. Grounds are well kept and the dock/boathouse was great. Kayaks are available. Would definitely rent again and recommend as long as you follow all the rules to Take care of the house.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelly K.

Jan 1, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Christmas

We stayed at the crows nest for Christmas and it was perfect. There were 15 of us total and everyone was beyond happy. Booking was easy and if there was any questions the owner was fast to respond. The kitchen was fully stocked with everything you need to prepare a meal. The younger folks really enjoyed the game room. Although it was super cold we enjoyed watching the sunset and sunrise on the huge deck. There are 2 refrigerators and that came in handy with all the food and drinks we brought. Sleeping arrangements were perfect for our group. 3 different levels gave us even more privacy but yet we were all still together. We enjoyed our stay so much we are thinking about looking into a visit sometime this summer or next Christmas. It was the perfect Christmas for our family.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric B.

Nov 30, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Awesome location on the lake, with a beautiful house. Highly recommended for large groups looking for a quiet relaxing time. Thanks to the owner for allowing us to borrow.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Nov 14, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend get away!

We had a great weekend on the lake. Very relaxing and perfect spot. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelley C.

Oct 19, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Family Time

We enjoyed our stay at the Dam Crow’s Nest. Rose was a fantastic hostess. Her home is lovely and the property outside even more beautiful and peaceful. We hope to return for more family time!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin M.

Oct 10, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Easy rental.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron M., Raleigh

Oct 7, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely location

Comfortable and spacious. Great vista.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

cheryl w.

Sep 19, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent weekend

Our family and friends had a wonderful weekend at the lake. The house is very clean and well equipped. We enjoyed the location

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

Hope C.

Sep 7, 2022

Liked: Check-in

Disappointed

This was the oddest rental experience. It started with none of the beds made and the sheets stuffed in pillowcases did not fit one of the beds. We scrambled to find a make do for the 75+ adults in our group who needed help getting set up. There were things not so great in between, but we could have overlooked them. The framed inventory of every item in the rooms, lamps with no light bulbs, this was odd. Icing on the cake, an invoice for the $13 pool ball missing and getting reprimanded by the owner for not racking the balls and getting called a week later questioning if we broke an Adirondack chair. Luckily, we took pictures when we left, all chairs were in tact. Owner could improve customer experience.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie Z.

Aug 24, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and plenty of space.

Greatly enjoyed our stay and would stay again. Very clean and offers plenty of sleeping arrangements. Easy access to boat slip as well. Would recommend adding new storage shelves for Groceries as 1 cabinet is not enough. Very happy with stay overall and recommend to anyone.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Aug 17, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful time with family!

Super location. Loved the beach area for young children. Great having 2 refrigerators. Comfortable space

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Holiday C.

Jul 28, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Fix

Rose Marie was very obliging when things went wrong. The house was fine. Needs some work. Didn’t like that beds were not made and the sheet issue was a problem. Beds should be made. Sheets were left on beds in a pillow case for us to make up. Some were wrong sizes. Couch on porch needs new cushions, they were very moldy. Location was good, view beautiful, enjoyed the kayaks. Just needs a little upkeep. Rose Marie was great to work with.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Keely H.

Jul 5, 2022

Liked: Check-in, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Beautiful view.

The view and location of this property was excellent. The house was a great size for our group of 6 adults and 2 children. The easy slope to the water was perfect for all ages. The furnishings were well worn. The sheets were clean but stained and past their prime. We were very disappointed in the rented towel package. Again, the towels were clean but should have been replaced a long time ago. On every door and room wall, was an inventory list of contents clearly stating guests would be charged for anything amiss. I've never seen guests treated this way.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Adam M.

Feb 6, 2022

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing getaway

Great relaxing getaway. Only noted cobwebs in some windows and rooms. Hot water system could be upgraded to instantaneous. Would still recommend or rent again.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

alicia l.

Dec 31, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Lake Cabin

This property is lovely. It is comfortable and easy to find. My family enjoyed our stay. The owner was very responsive and accommodating. We would stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Talana W.

Dec 19, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pictures don't do any justice

Much more beautiful in person. We enjoyed being under one roof, something we haven't done since childhood. This was what we needed...it was sooo peaceful and it had everything we needed...toys for the kids....canoes and boats for the men..a lovely beach area,patio and kitchen for the women.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katy S.

Nov 19, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time even offseason

Wonderful views of the Lake. House is very well equipped. The teens loved the first floor and it was nice they had their own space. Owner is very responsive. We had zero issues. House was clean and everything was in working order. Thank you for a wonderful time.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Keith L.

Oct 29, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

The view of the lake was amazing. The home was warm and inviting.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

Oct 16, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice place

Beautiful view and spacious house. Some amenities were a bit dated but I would recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rose Marie Lee

My family and I purchased the property in 1970. Because of an abundance of crows in the area and the dam is visible from the property, hence the name "The Dam Crows Nest". Until 2012 there was a 60' house trailer located on the adjacent property. I live in Virginia Beach, VA which is approximately two hours from the lake. My grown kids and I decided to build the cabin in 2012. My oldest son did all the tile, slate and stonework in the house and my other son built the deck. My forte is decorating. I hope you will enjoy our "Little Piece of Heaven" and will come back year after year.

Why they chose this property

We were invited to a friend's cabin just around the corner. We fell in love with the lake. Before the weekend was over we we knew we wanted our own place. We were shown this 1-1/2 acre property and fell in love with it. The property is located on a large point on Main Lake which wraps around to a private sandy cove beach. The log cabin main floor has two bedrooms, one with a queen bed, the other has a set of bunk beds and a daybed with pop-up trundle (total 4 twins) and a futon (double bed size). Washer and drier located on main level. The master bedroom on the third level has a king bed and a low youth bed, and a sleeper chair in the loft. The walk-out basement floor has a built-in granite bar, regulation pool table, televisions, sectional sofa, extra full size frig., full bath, two bedrooms, both with queens. The entire basement has slate floors. The basement level patio has ample seating. Cook out on the propane grill while enjoying the beautiful view off the large deck on the main level. Pet friendly! Sunday to Sunday In Season. 1 King, 3 Queens, 5 Twins, Futon (double) and a Youth Bed (sheet provided). Pillows and blankets provided. Storage cabinet with additional pillows and blankets. Four bedrooms have flat screen televisions, the other a standard tv.. The bunkbed room has a standard television that has cable and plays VHS and DVD's. Main floor living area has a Blu-Ray Smart DVD player. Air mattresses are available for rent. Must be rented prior to arrival.

What makes this property unique

The boat house and pier has a view beautiful view of Main Lake and the dam and is located on deep water. The perimeter of the boat house has led rope lightening. The boat house also has one-of-a- kind special led colored lighting. There is nothing like it on the lake. Bring marshmallows and enjoy making Smore's while sitting around the fire pit. There is also a regulation horseshoe pit for your enjoyment.