10/10 Excellent
Margaret G.
19 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Break
Margaret G.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Entire home
Lake Life is the BEST Life! Formally "Livin The Dream"
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 82200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Henrico, NC
- Lake Gaston2 min walk
- Rosemont Vineyards28 min drive
- Goat Island35 min drive
- Roanoke Rapids, NC (RZZ-Halifax County)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1- primary
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2-Downstairs
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3- Queen Room
2 Queen Beds
4 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 4
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
About this property
Lake Life is the BEST Life! Formally "Livin The Dream"
It's a new name, but it's the same great property! This property was formerly called "Livin The Dream" Lake Gaston.
The home features two living spaces, an open-concept kitchen/dining area, decks/balconies overlooking the sandy beach and main lake waters, a bedroom with a king-size bed and full bath on the main level, two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms on the second floor, and a walkout terrace level with a full bath and laundry.
Guests can use our three kayaks and two paddle boards for no additional cost.
The basement is also full of fun! There are lots of games, including trivia, foosball, Golden Tee, ping-pong, a poker table, and corn hole.
Several floats, some sand toys for kids, two beach chairs, three folding outdoor chairs, and fishing poles are also included for use.
We are steps away from the pickleball/tennis and basketball court. All the equipment needed to play is included in your stay.
Nights sitting by a fire out on the back porch watching the sunset are the best!
The location is central to shopping/dining/golfing/watersports.
Summers on the lake are fun; however, this home offers fun year-round!
We are a dog-friendly home!
***My husband and I took over this property in November, so you won't see many reviews right now because we have only had a few stays since we took over.
This was a premier property prior, and the only changes we have made were to add a few new items for guest to enjoy.
The home features two living spaces, an open-concept kitchen/dining area, decks/balconies overlooking the sandy beach and main lake waters, a bedroom with a king-size bed and full bath on the main level, two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms on the second floor, and a walkout terrace level with a full bath and laundry.
Guests can use our three kayaks and two paddle boards for no additional cost.
The basement is also full of fun! There are lots of games, including trivia, foosball, Golden Tee, ping-pong, a poker table, and corn hole.
Several floats, some sand toys for kids, two beach chairs, three folding outdoor chairs, and fishing poles are also included for use.
We are steps away from the pickleball/tennis and basketball court. All the equipment needed to play is included in your stay.
Nights sitting by a fire out on the back porch watching the sunset are the best!
The location is central to shopping/dining/golfing/watersports.
Summers on the lake are fun; however, this home offers fun year-round!
We are a dog-friendly home!
***My husband and I took over this property in November, so you won't see many reviews right now because we have only had a few stays since we took over.
This was a premier property prior, and the only changes we have made were to add a few new items for guest to enjoy.
Property manager
Maria and Myatt Meier
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Amenities
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Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Photo of pet and vaccinations are required.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Henrico
Located in Henrico, this holiday home is on a lake. 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. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and swimming adventures can be found near the property.
Henrico, NC
What's nearby
- Lake Gaston - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Rosemont Vineyards - 28 min drive - 25.3 km
- Goat Island - 35 min drive - 29.0 km
- John H. Kerr Reservoir - 58 min drive - 51.2 km
- Kerr Lake Country Club - 61 min drive - 59.2 km
Restaurants
- Watersview Restaurant - 11 min drive
- The Pointe at Lake Gaston - 13 min drive
- Hardee's - 25 min drive
- Subway - 10 min drive
- Beautiful Lake Gaston - 9 min drive
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Gary N.
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Holiday
Gary N.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather T.
4 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My new favorite spot
Heather T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
About the host
Hosted by Maria and Myatt Meier
My husband and I met in Atlanta; we lived there until his job relocated us to New England in 2009.
We have visited family at Lake Gaston for the last 15 years.
We love spending time with family at the lake, where boating, water sports, jet skiing, kayaking, and paddle boarding are the highlights.
Our goal is to have a place that guests want to keep coming back to, memories made at the lake are memories you will have forever. I was fortunate enough to grow up on a lake in NY, we lived close to a lake in Georgia and when my cousins bought lake houses on Lake Gaston, we were fortunate enough to spend a week every summer here.
My kids learned how to kneeboard, ski, wake surf and have gone for many tube rides. They have also learned how to kayak/ paddleboard. My husband has been known to grab a jet ski and disappear for hours at a time!
It is being with family/friends and spending time that is the most important.
Lake Gaston is the perfect location for my family in the south to meet up with those of us who now live up North,
We have visited family at Lake Gaston for the last 15 years.
We love spending time with family at the lake, where boating, water sports, jet skiing, kayaking, and paddle boarding are the highlights.
Our goal is to have a place that guests want to keep coming back to, memories made at the lake are memories you will have forever. I was fortunate enough to grow up on a lake in NY, we lived close to a lake in Georgia and when my cousins bought lake houses on Lake Gaston, we were fortunate enough to spend a week every summer here.
My kids learned how to kneeboard, ski, wake surf and have gone for many tube rides. They have also learned how to kayak/ paddleboard. My husband has been known to grab a jet ski and disappear for hours at a time!
It is being with family/friends and spending time that is the most important.
Lake Gaston is the perfect location for my family in the south to meet up with those of us who now live up North,
Why they chose this property
Enjoy convenient access to golf, shopping, and restaurants, all while having a front-row seat to the stunning sunsets that the lake offers every day. We cherish our time at the lake with family and are excited to share our home, allowing others to create their own memorable experiences.
What makes this property unique
Stunning views! Quiet cove with a sandy beach, pickleball, and basketball courts. Within 4 miles of Lake Gaston Golf Club. Nearby are The Point Restaurant, Waterview Restaurant, ABC Liquors, Food Lion, Jenny Cakes, and Lake Gaston Pizza, to name a few.
Great Fishing! State Record Blue Catfish is from Lake Gaston over 100lbs!
Only 20 minutes to Rosemont Winery in Virginia for some great wine tastings.
Home offers a brand new kitchen in 2020 rental season with Stainless appliances.
4 bathrooms completely updated in 2020 with granite countertops, new showers and sinks.
We offer kayaks and paddle-boards free of charge to use during your stay
Brand new smart TV's
Foosball Table
Ping Pong Table
Card Table
Basement Bar
Golden Tee
Great Fishing! State Record Blue Catfish is from Lake Gaston over 100lbs!
Only 20 minutes to Rosemont Winery in Virginia for some great wine tastings.
Home offers a brand new kitchen in 2020 rental season with Stainless appliances.
4 bathrooms completely updated in 2020 with granite countertops, new showers and sinks.
We offer kayaks and paddle-boards free of charge to use during your stay
Brand new smart TV's
Foosball Table
Ping Pong Table
Card Table
Basement Bar
Golden Tee
Premier Host
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