Title: "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248634998800050&destination=Macon%2C+North+Carolina%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=97856856&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table! ## Photo gallery for "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table! ![Exterior - "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table! (Macon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97860000/97856900/97856856/5687e151.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table! (Macon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97860000/97856900/97856856/23f48c65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table! (Macon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97860000/97856900/97856856/9ee28f23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table! (Macon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97860000/97856900/97856856/45b90042.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player - "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table! (Macon)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97860000/97856900/97856856/w1198h799x2y0-633bb862.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Lake Gaston's tranquil waters await at this exquisite 8-bedroom lakefront retreat, where a grand living room with a cozy fireplace and vaulted ceilings sets the tone for an unforgettable getaway. With two full kitchens, multiple TVs, pool table, game room and theater room with tiered stadium seating on offer. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 226000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table! Welcome to our exquisite 8-bedroom, 6.5-bath lakefront retreat on the stunning Lake Gaston. With enough space to comfortably sleep 22 guests, this luxurious vacation home promises an unforgettable getaway. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by the warmth and elegance of the grand living room featuring vaulted ceilings, cozy fireplace, and abundance of natural light creating a welcoming ambiance that will make you feel right at home. The main floor boasts four bedrooms and three and a half baths, ensuring easy and convenient living. No need to worry about laundry, as the large laundry area makes it a breeze to keep things fresh and clean. But that's just the beginning! Descend to the lower level and discover a world of entertainment and relaxation. Here, you'll find a fully equipped bar, a full kitchen, a comfortable family room, and a theater room with tiered stadium seating, perfect for movie nights. The lower level also features two full baths, a card room, and three additional bedrooms, including two king bedrooms and a bunk room with a queen. As you make your way outdoors, prepare to be captivated by the lakefront paradise awaiting you. The gourmet kitchen, with its lake views, is a haven for culinary enthusiasts. Enjoy a delightful breakfast in the cozy reading room with a fireplace, or step outside and indulge in the grand hot tub while taking in the breathtaking scenery. Outdoor entertainment options abound, with kayaks and paddleboards at your disposal for exploring the tranquil waters of Lake Gaston. Gather around the expansive fire pit, perfect for roasting marshmallows and creating lasting memories with loved ones. This enchanting lakefront retreat offers the perfect blend of comfort, luxury, and entertainment, making it an ideal choice for large groups or multiple families seeking an unforgettable vacation experience. Book your stay now and prepare for a truly remarkable getaway at Lake Gaston. Included to use during your stay: Paddle boards Kayaks Lily pad Fire pit (wood burning) Pool table with a ping pong table top Theater room Hot tub Cornhole Game room Margaritaville frozen drink maker Ice cream maker First aid kit Hair dryers in every bathroom Laundry room (2 sets of washer and dryer) 2 Full kitchens (3 refrigerator/freezer combos available) Weber propane grill Garden bath tub 4 smart TVs with streaming capabilities in main living areas 1 TV for streaming in the garage gym Spectrum Internet Basketball net in the cul-de-sac Quiet and safe neighborhood for walking/jogging Spacious rooms (multiple with desks for working purposes) Main floor: King bedroom with private bathroom Queen bedroom with private bathroom Two queen bedrooms with a Jack & Jill shared bathroom Dining area Full kitchen with bar seating Adjacent table to kitchen with seating Sitting area next to kitchen with gas fireplace overlooking the patio and lake Living room with couch and chair seating, fireplace, TV, built-ins, and door to the deck with grill overlooking the lake Built-in coffee area with a Keurig and coffee pot for larger groups Laundry room Upstairs: Queen bedroom with a private bathroom Basement: Two King bedrooms One bedroom with a queen bed and two bunkbeds (Full beds on bottom and twins on top) Two full bathrooms not connected to the bedrooms Full Bar with seating and TV Full Kitchen Movie theater with surround sound Game room with seating Pool table with seating Living room with couch seating and TV/Xbox French doors to the patio (lakeside) where the hot tub area is located ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Jetted bathtub - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Smart TV - Video games - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Gym - Kayak - Table tennis - Water sports equipment - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing 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 - Garden - Unit size: 6,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119904000/119903954/f4cfe420.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakefront 4BR, Hot Tub, Kayaks, Paddleboards, Fire pit, Fireplace, Pool Table Quail Ridge - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer 10 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=119903954&PinnedHotelID=119903954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-19&endDate=2026-04-20&selected=97856856&PinnedHotelID=97856856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=97856856,119903954) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 30 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Load and start the dishwasher Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Turn off the lights and lock the doors Make sure to strip used beds and place linens in laundry room. Please keep the quilts on the beds. Gather towels and place in laundry room or in bath tubs. If able, please start a load in each washer. Load the dishwashers with all dirty dishes and start them. Make sure to clean any grill supplies in addition to cleaning the grill prior to departure. Turn off lights and fans and make sure every door is locked. Make sure lily pad is secured to the dock, umbrellas are down, and everything is put away. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules No smoking! No fireworks! No over drinking leading to vomiting! Extra fees specified in the contract. Please don’t wait until check-out to notify us of damages or items lost. This negatively affects the next set of renters. Let us know ASAP. We don’t have trash service. Take to the dump (1837 Wise Five Forks Rd). Hours: M/T/Th/Sat 7:30am-6:30pm, Sun 2:30pm-6:30pm, W/F closed. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 2 total (up to 23 kg per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 22 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 ## About the area Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Olde Ferry Estates, a neighbourhood in Macon. Colonial Theatre and South Hill Model Train Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rosemont Vineyards and South Hill Country Club. With jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. [Visit our Macon travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Macon.dx553248634998800050) [View more Holiday homes in Macon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Macon-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248634998800050-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=36.53052,-78.017456&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:yv%7E%7DEbxd%7BM%3FS%3FS%3FQ%3FS%40S%40S%40Q%40S%40S%40QBS%40QBSBQBSBSBQBSDQDQBQDQDQDQFQDODSFOFQDOHQFOFOFOHQFMHOHOFMHOJMHOHMHMJMHMJKJMJKJMJKJKJMLIJKLIJKLIJILILGLILILGLILGLENGLGLELENENELENELCNCLCNENANCLANCNAN%3FNALANAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%40N%40N%3FN%40LBN%40NBN%40LDNBNBLBNDNDLDLDNDLDLFLFNDLFLHLFLHLHLFJHLHLHJJLHJJJHLLJJJJJLJJJLHJJLHLJLHLHNHLHNHLHNFNHLHPFNFNFNFPFPFNDNFRDNFPDPDPDPBPDPDPBRBPBRBRBPBR%40P%40RBP%40R%40R%40P%40R%40R%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FPARARAPARARCPARARCPCRCRCPCPCREPEPCPEPEPEPGPENGRENGNGRGNGNGNGNIPILGNINILININILILKLILKLIJKLKJKLKJKLMJKHKJMHKJMHMHKHMHMFMHMFMHMFOFMDMFMDODMDMDODODMBOBODMBO%40OBO%40MBO%40O%40O%3FM%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAMAO%3FOAOAOCMAOCOAOCMEOCMCOEMEOEOEMEMEMGOEMGMGMIMGMIMGMIMIKIMIKKMIKKMIKKKMKKKMKKKMKKIKKOIMIMIMKOIOGMIOIOGMIQGOGOGOIOEQGQGOESEOGQEOESEQCQEQEQCSCQCQCSCSCQASCSAQASASAQASAS%3FQ%3FS%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4WL21w_s1rKaD2knkGOa0_x0qaU=) Macon, NC ### What's nearby - ![Sunrise on Lake Gaston sunburst and reflection on the water](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635056399566/77f48fac-bef4-4450-881f-3e3de444ed82.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Gaston 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![John H. Kerr Reservoir](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6058435/406004eb-5970-4836-bfeb-fdbaf332690c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) John H. Kerr Reservoir 42 min drive \- 22.6 miles - ![Kerr Lake Country Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6225387/d172bcf2-33d3-4332-ba07-f654b8cae158.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Kerr Lake Country Club 46 min drive \- 30.6 miles - ![Occoneechee State Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180663/1ec0518a-bcce-4b99-9ec3-a9161b1c6f9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Occoneechee State Park 59 min drive \- 50.6 miles - McGregor Hall 46 min drive \- 35.1 miles ### Restaurants - WATERSVIEW 40 min drive - Lake Gaston Pizza 43 min drive - Subway 41 min drive - Lake Gaston Coffee Company 41 min drive - Shady Shack Grill & Flip Flops Bar 46 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table! pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table!? ### What time is check-in at "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table!? ### What time is check-out at "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table!? ### Where is "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## "Icing on the Lake" Theater, Gym, Fire Pit, Lily pad, Pool table! Reviews ## Reviews ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 45 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily M. 21 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house was lovely, spacious, clean and stocked with everything needed. Communicating with Elle was easy and information was clear. We loved spending time on the dock and got to enjoy the water with the paddle boards and kayaks provided. The fire pit, movie room and hot tub were all other highlights within our group. We would take a large group back here in a heart beat. ##### Emily M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### LAURA K. 6 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful home on the lake! The house was perfect! Though large and roomy, many specifically said it felt cozy. There was lots to do and I really appreciated the second full kitchen. The owner was very friendly and easy to contact. We chatted a few times prior to our trip. We wouldn't hesitate to visit again in the future! ##### LAURA K. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rachel S. 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Very clean, nicely furnished, extremely well appointed. Everyone fit comfortably and was constantly entertained. Will definitely return! ##### Rachel S. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexis B. 9 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect! What an amazing place to spend some time! The house is perfect for large families, with space for everyone. Lots of activities, and a beautiful setting right on the lake. Great stay! ##### Alexis B. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandra G. 26 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### great stay! family friendly, large and clean property that had everything we could want! our host was very communicative! overall a great stay for a big family gathering! ##### Alexandra G. Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie S. 15 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Home We had an amazing stay at this beautiful home in Lake Gaston. You really could not ask for a nicer stay. The house is huge. There is so much space for everyone. The house was furnished beautifully and there are so many fun things to do, even in the winter. I can’t say enough nice things about our stay! ##### Jamie S. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Damian T. 5 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Immaculate home This place is wonderful. One of the best properties I've stayed in using VRBO. The layout, the openness was spectacular. We rented this house as a surprise for my mom's 74th birthday and she was blown away. The kids didn't want to leave. If you are looking for a place to get away and relax with your family this is a great place with 8 bedrooms in a multi-level home. 5 stars all around. ##### Damian T. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lori M. 7 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Icing on the lake was an awesome place! The property was great! Probably the nicest house we have ever rented. The house was beautiful, functional and had everything you could need. The towels and linens were so nice, and beds were comfy. I wish we had had more time to enjoy all the property had to offer. Our family stayed the weekend to attend our dads Celebration of life, and everything was great! Elle was so nice to communicate with. We would definitely recommend! If we are that way again we would book, but would have to save up:) ##### Lori M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward S. 23 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best Place Ever This property has everything. 18 people stayed comfortably and absolutely enjoyed themselves. In February. Plenty of games, a massive TV room with huge comfy chairs, a pool table, large rooms to gather and smaller nooks to chat, luxurious hot tub and so much more. We didn't even try the gym, fire pit (with more wood than we could burn in a month) or the lake. You could stay here a week and never get board.We had a surprise celebration for my wife's 60th birthday with friends from all over. This was the perfect spot. The host was great and made us feel welcome. Need a sixth star for this place. ##### Edward S. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shannon C. 15 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Something for everyone The house offered a great balance of convening and quiet spaces for our large group. Early risers didn’t disturb the sleeper-in-ers. Kitchen was well appointed with everything we needed for family meal prep. Best of all was the dock and lake access. Swimming on the Lilly pad was a highlight for young and old and the fishermen were happy to paddle to a quieter space for peace. The property manager went above and beyond with communication and returning a left-behind lovie. One disconnect was re: dogs. The VRBO listing said pet friendly for 2 dogs up to 50 lbs but the rental agreement said no pets. We worked it out but it made for some frantic moments. ##### Shannon C. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Trey M. 7 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Book now! This is an amazing home! We stayed to celebrate early Christmas with my family and had 22 people (children and adults). The 8 large bedrooms were great for sleeping and the two levels of living space provided plenty of room for us all. The kids loved having movie night in the movie room and playing the provided board games. There are two kitchens which helped when preparing dinners! The views are amazing and we really enjoyed the gas fireplaces during the evening. We hope to come back in the summer to get out on the lake but this house really has it all to enjoy even in December! ##### Trey M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 20 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Property Elle is an amazing host who presented a beautiful waterfront property with all the items you could imagine needed already there. This is a must stay and there is just so much space for you to host a large family. The internet is stable but satellite so don’t expect to stream a lot but there is so much available on dish plus Disney that you will be good. All that said between the beautiful grounds, hot tub, fire pit, deck, dock, and the cute neighborhood of Warrenton I doubt you spend much time inside and if you do pour a drink and enjoy there view by the fireplace! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 29 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Lake House Our family celebrated Christmas here and the house was exactly what we were looking for, clean and spacious. There are numerous shared spaces around the house where different groups could gather so it never felt cramped or crowded. Some people were watching a movie in the theater room, some were chatting around a fire place, others were playing card games, and others were watching football - and there were separate spaces to do all of these at the same time! Elle was incredibly responsive and accommodating host; whether I reached out to her in the late evening or early morning, she always responded to questions very promptly. I highly recommend this property. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vini V. 9 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The BEST Vacation Home! From the moment we decided to book the house to the very last "Thank you" message we received from the host, this has been nothing but a positive experience. The pics are beautiful, but the house is so much more beautiful when you're there! The booking was easy through VRBO, then the host contacted us after the booking to ask if we needed anything. All requests were honored by her and she always promptly responded to all questions. The house had everything we wanted and more. The kids (& the adults) enjoyed the lake and all the fun activities set up for us. We thoroughly enjoyed the firepit. The hot tub, the theater, the well-stocked kitchen, extra blankets....everything was good. Amazing host! Amazing house! We will definitely be back again....and again...and again! Thank you so much for sharing this beautiful home with us! ##### Vini V. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley S. 30 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot for large group We take an annual trip to Lake Gaston with 4-5 families every fall. This year was the first time we spotted this house and it was great. We maximized all of the space in the house- which admittedly has a bit of a funky layout to fit in this many rooms—but we had plenty of space to spread out and hang out despite having the max size group for the rental. We were initially worried about being on a small cove, but it ended up being fantastic for the kids to paddle board, kayak and swim (even in October!) and just a short paddle to the main lake. We have had several main lake houses before and this is the best fishing we have had in years- lots of fish right off the dock (mostly large pan fish). There is an arcade game not in the photos that adults and kids enjoyed in addition to pool and foos and the movie room now has a much larger TV than pictured. Hot tub was clean and great. Fire pit is on the non-lake side, which we knew from pictures, but probably resulted us using it less than we normally would since the weather was great and everyone was on the lakeside. Of note, like much of Lake Gaston, the WiFI was a bit spotty which caused some challenges with streaming and network things, but overall wasn’t a huge issue for us. There was a note in the house that the hope to have Fiber in the area soon. Elle was an amazing and responsive host and we had great communication. We would definitely stay here again and found this house to be even nicer than we thought when we booked it! ##### Ashley S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff S. 19 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### How’s this? \*\*Beautiful, Spacious Home - Perfect for Large Families!\*\* We recently stayed at this amazing house with 18 people, including 2 under 2, 3 under 12, 4 teenagers, and 9 adults. There was plenty of space and fun for everyone! The main floor of the house offers a full kitchen, dining room, living room, and plenty of bathrooms and bedrooms. The bottom floor feels like a whole separate home with its own full kitchen, bar, pool table, sitting/playroom nook, couch/TV sitting area, theater room, 2 bathrooms, and 3 bedrooms. You could easily have two separate living spaces within the same house, making it perfect for large groups. The dock and swimming area were a highlight! It’s off the main lake, like a cul-de-sac on water, which made it perfect for hanging out and having a great time. The kids had a blast swimming and jumping off the dock. The provided family float and lily pad were fantastic additions that everyone enjoyed. With 3 refrigerators, there was plenty of space to store food for the week. One tip: buy extra ice! The ice makers couldn’t quite keep up with our vacation drinking, but the margarita/slushie maker was a hit with both adults and kids. There are a lot of steps, so if anyone in your group has trouble with stairs, this might not be the best choice. Also, while towels were provided, we found it helpful to bring extra as there seemed to be only one per person for showers. Major stores like Walmart, grocery stores, and fast food are about 20 minute ##### Jeff S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam T. 13 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We were blown away. Love this place. ##### Adam T. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gene W. 20 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our family of 18 had a wonderful week at this property. ##### Gene W. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christy H. 3 Dec 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We enjoyed our stay at Icing on the Lake during Thanksgiving! There was lots of space for everyone in our group of 19\. The house was well stocked for cooking, as well as, playing games, watching movies in the theater room, and simply spending quality time together. Everything was beautifully decorated and the host was gracious and welcoming. I would highly recommend this property for large family gatherings! ![Back of the home. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/e271283c-ea97-49a1-a4d2-e9672f038478-1764806057090.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![Great dock well-stocked with kayaks and life jackets. ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/340f3f6d-a736-43c7-a8ee-fcfb75d8a74b-1764806059913.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![View from the deck](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/0ca871ff-fe47-4c1e-97d4-e57f0c95bffd-1764806056990.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Christy H. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leslie A. 15 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house was incredibly spacious with wonderful access to the lake. We were impressed with all of the labels on the light switches and how comfortable the house was. looking forward to a return visit! ##### Leslie A. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Warren S. 23 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great weekend and host was awesome. Our crowd was a “little loud” on Friday night and the host handled it perfectly… (again .. we apologize) I have a house at lake gaston but our house wasn’t big enough to host this group. This house has it all!!! Thank you so much!! ##### Warren S. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jared F. 5 Apr 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Place would recommend to anyone. Great Place would recommend to anyone. ##### Jared F. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rodney M. 21 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house for lake vacation Everything was great. We all had lots of fun. Lots of extras in the house for the younger group. ##### Rodney M. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna D. 2 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 2025 Lake Gaston Family Vacation Lovely spacious home with well equipped necessities for a large family vacation. The kitchen offered many items—multiple dish wear/silverware items, cookware, large cabinet spaces for food storage and essentials for making our vacation easy. The furniture, throughout the house, was very comfortable. Plenty of space to sit and enjoy a meal, conversation or nap! Everything was great—both inside and outside! ##### Donna D. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michelle F. 28 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Vacation The house was beautiful and so accommodating for our large family! We had the best time! ##### Michelle F. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ---