Notes from the host
154 Barksdale
The view of the lake is WOW!! One of the best big water views available on the lake. Your cares will melt away as you enjoy this quiet spot with a scenic deck, fire pit, and TWO private docks! Kayak to the nearby islands or paddle board on the provided equipment in the quiet cove. Restaurants on and off water, shopping, breweries, and golf courses nearby. Family friendly and furry friends welcome.
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Immerse yourself in lakeside living with the use of two kayaks and two stand-up paddle boards, lots of floats for drifting around, plus a fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances that includes cooking basics and spices, a gas grill, and a wood-burning fire pit. Inside, enjoy the comforts of a modern home including smart TVs, air conditioning, ceiling fans, and comfy couches for movie nights. The large backyard deck with expansive lake views and outdoor seating perfect for entertaining are the icing on the cake! Plus, all this within a short drive of local attractions.
★★ KEY FEATURES ★★
▪️ Hot Tub
▪️ Kayaks and Paddle Boards Included
▪️ Wood Burning Fire Pit
▪️ Huge Deck for Entertaining
▪️ Private Dock with TIKI Bar, Table, Chairs
▪️ 3 spacious bedrooms: 1 King, 2 Queens,
▪️ 2 bathrooms: 1 walk-in shower + 1 shower/tub combo
▪️ In-unit washer + dryer
▪️ Central heat + AC
▪️ Free parking for up to 6 vehicles
★★ KITCHEN ★★
Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, cooking basics & spices, drip coffee maker, toaster oven, blender, kitchen table seats 6, counter seating
★★ LIVING ROOM ★★
Lots of windows with expansive lake views, comfy couches and big screen TV for movie nights
★★ GENERAL ★★
Smart TVs, WiFi, washer & dryer, towels, linens, complimentary toiletries, air conditioning, ceiling fans, hair dryer, pets fee (paid pre-arrival)
★★ OUTDOOR ★★
Gas grill, expansive deck with seating and water views, wood burning fire pit, two floating docks, tiki bar, hot tub (open year round). Boat rental is not included, however we can connect you with a local company that offers excellent service. See below.
★★ PARKING ★★
Outdoor parking for up to 5 vehicles
★★ BEDROOMS ★★
MAIN BEDROOM: King Bed
BEDROOM 2: Queen Bed
BEDROOM 3: Queen Bed
COMMON AREA: Sofa Bed, Twin Trundle Bed
★★ BATHROOMS ★★
MAIN BATHROOM: Walk-in shower, toilet, vanity
BATHROOM 2: Jack-n-Jill bathroom - Walk-in shower/double vanities, toilet
★ PETS: Pets are welcome however must be disclosed at time of booking. An additional non-refundable fee of $300 PER PET will be charged. This fee does not cover unexpected damage to the home.
★ BOAT RENTALS: Pontoon Rentals Lake Norman is a 3rd party company that provides luxury pontoon rentals to our guests during their stay. If you would like to maximize the fun of your lakeside vacation, please reach out to them to inquire about pricing and book your rental.
★ STARTER ESSENTIALS: We provide our guests with all linens (sheets, bath towels & pool towels) as well as a complimentary starter pack of essentials including: toilet paper, shampoo, conditioner, body soap, kitchen necessities such as garbage bags, paper towels, hand and dish soap, dishwasher soap and laundry detergent. Please consider the length and purpose of your trip when planning your stay with us - our essentials are provided to get your vacation started.
★ WHAT TO EXPECT: With us you’ll find unique vacation rental properties that provide a consistent, upscale `home away from home` experience. These properties are individually and privately owned. We are available to assist you during your stay for issues and emergencies. Upon booking, you’ll receive timely communications about your trip. If you need anything before, during or after your stay, our local team is ready to help!
★ ID VERIFICATION AND DAMAGE WAIVER/DEPOSIT REQUIRED PRIOR TO CHECK-IN. This property has special local compliance requirements which include a signed rental agreement, ID verification and a security hold of $1000 (just an authorization hold like a pending transaction that disappears after checkout.) Rather not provide a deposit? No problem! As an optional alternative to the security hold, you may purchase a non-refundable damage waiver provided by a third-party insurance company. The optional damage waiver is $89 for stays up to 10 nights, with an additional $2.5 per day for stays longer than 10 nights. Either one is required when completing the check-in process. Please message us with any questions.
★ EXTENDED STAYS: For stays longer than 10 nights, full housekeeping service is required once per week. Guests may choose to perform this cleaning themselves, ensuring all areas of the property are properly maintained, or they may hire the host’s professional cleaning team for an additional fee. Failure to comply with the weekly housekeeping requirement may result in additional cleaning charges or penalties.
- Corporate, social parties/events allowed only with pre-approval from the host.
- No more than 10 guests allowed unless pre-approved by the host.
- No drop-by, unregistered guests unless pre-approved by the host.
- No parking or driving on the lawn. Damage to the lawn or sprinkler system will be charged to the guest.
-No street parking. Guests must use the area in front of the house or to the side of the house.
- No use of the fireplace is allowed.
- If traveling with a pet, an additional $300 per pet per stay fee applies.
- ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING OR VAPING of any kind in the house/garage. This will result in a $500 fine for deep cleaning. Smoking allowed outside in the backyard only. Please discard cigarette butts responsibly.
- Quiet Hours are from 9PM to 8AM. Respect the neighbors. Complaints from a neighbor will result in immediate cancellation of your stay without refund. Yes, they have our number.
-ID required before check-in through approved third party partner.
-Damage Waiver purchase ($89) or credit card authorization hold ($1000) required for security deposit before check-in through approved third party partner.
-For the security and safety of all our guests, this property has a Ring camera that monitors the front of the property. An additional exterior Ring camera monitors the backyard deck and side entrance. Both cameras are visible, record video/audio and will be ON during every reservation.
