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Lake side house rentals in Lake Norman

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Guesthouse in Mooresville
The Porch on Lake Norman
​LAKE FRONT, custom built in 2018. Nestled amidst the trees, you will enjoy our private guest house. Included: 1 bedroom with queen bed, full bath with shower, elegant great room with fully equipped kitchen. Also includes a large open air porch with vaulted ceiling and sky lights. Enjoy fishing, swimming, kayaking, and pedal boating from the owner's dock. Restaurants & activities minutes away. EV charging available on premise. The guest house is a separate structure with it's own hvac.
$150 per night
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Home in Mooresville
The Lake House on Catalina
Enjoy this cozy waterfront home on beautiful Lake Norman. Watch stunning sunsets from either one of our two docks [great for fishing too!] Explore the area by kayaking and experience the waters of Lake Norman from our private beach. Stay warm while enjoying those cool evenings with fire pits at this tranquil lake spot. Only minutes from grocery & retail stores, parks, restaurants and bars. Conveniently located next to highway 77 for a short ride to any downtown Charlotte activity.
$186 per night
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Cabin in Denver
⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ PRIVATE PENINSULA on LAKE NORMAN
Water surrounds you on this picturesque peninsula. Enjoy an expansive deck overlooking your private boat dock 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom Bedroom 1 (Queen Bed) Bedroom 2 (Queen over Queen bunkbed) Shared Spaces 1 Queen double tall self-inflating air mattress Full Kitchen Granite Countertops Stainless Appliances Full Bathroom with step-in shower This is where you want to be on Lake Norman. Queen's Landing The Landing Restaurant 10 mins to Costco 30 mins to Downtown Charlotte
$136 per night

Lake Norman vacation rentals

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Home in Mooresville
Lake Norman Cottage in the Woods
$140 per night
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Apartment in Mooresville
Heron's Cove, Lake Front Getaway, w/Elevators!
$117 per night
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Guesthouse in Mooresville
On Lake Norman - The Guest Cottage
$155 per night
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Guest suite in Lake Norman of Catawba
The Shed at Lake Norman
$100 per night
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Home in Mooresville
Private Beach Waterfront Home- Hot Tub-Kayaks-SUP
$363 per night
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Guest suite in Denver
Big Water, Cozy Duplex at LKN!
$166 per night
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Home in Catawba
Waterfront Lake Norman Luxury! Boat rental nearby!
$228 per night
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Home in Davidson
Modern Farm House in Downtown Davidson
$195 per night
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Apartment in Mooresville
Lake Apartment with Beautiful Lake Norman Views
$160 per night
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Treehouse in Charlotte
The Carolina Treehouse
$300 per night
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Apartment in Sherrills Ford
Waters Edge On Lake Norman
$119 per night
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Home in Mooresville
Robyn’s Nest
$304 per night

Lake Norman house rentals

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Home in Denver
Cozy LKN home with incredible main channel view
$204 per night
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Home in Sherrills Ford
Lake House w/private dock, gym, & hot tub
$345 per night
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Home in Mooresville
Lake Front 1-BR w/ Private Beach
$153 per night
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Home in Sherrills Ford
Winter Paradise - Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Beach, Boat!
$225 per night
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Home in Mooresville
Private Beach on LKN w/Wide water views! Hot tub!
$299 per night
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Home in Mooresville
Luxury Lake Norman: Peninsula with Amazing Views
$490 per night
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Home in Mooresville
The Big Chill on Lake Norman
$350 per night
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Home in Mooresville
Lake | HotTub | Family Friendly | Backyard | King
$295 per night
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Home in Mooresville
Hanesbee Escape w/Beach & Optional Boat Rental
$360 per night
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Home in Huntersville
Blissful Lake Views + Hot Tub + Pool Table
$222 per night
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Home in Mooresville
LKN bottom unit Getaway Oasis!
$89 per night
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Home in Denver
The Igloo on Lake Norman
$329 per night

Lake side cottage rentals in Lake Norman

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Cottage in Mooresville
Lake Norman's Waterfront Cottage w/Boat Rental
$263 per night
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Cottage in Rock Hill
Zinnia Cottage, Pool, Roomy, Relax
$175 per night
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Cottage in Hickory
Lake Hickory, NC, Hickory, NC, Lakefront Cottage
$115 per night
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Cottage in York
Cozy lakefront cottage with stunning view
$131 per night
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Cottage in Mooresville
Lakefront Retreat w/ Private dock, Firepit, SUP!
$240 per night
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Cottage in Denver
Cozy cottage in quiet cove on LKN
$145 per night
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Cottage in Claremont
Mallard Cottage
$122 per night
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Cottage in Sherrills Ford
Sun-filled Lakefront Cottage Oasis
$137 per night
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Cottage in Mooresville
Sandy Beach Retreat!
$404 per night
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Cottage in Lake Norman of Catawba
Peaceful Lake Norman Cabin on the Main Channel
$363 per night
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Cottage in Rock Hill
NEW! Updated Lakefront @ The Fox Cottage
$313 per night
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Cottage in Mooresville
Lake Norman Cottage, Lake Access included
$112 per night

Your guide to Lake Norman

All About Lake Norman

The largest manmade lake in North Carolina, Lake Norman offers 500 miles of coastline and several marinas just north of the Charlotte metropolitan area. On a hot summer day, the surface of the lake is dotted with boaters, kayakers, and waterskiers, while swimmers splash into the water from the shores of Lake Norman State Park, which has a 125-yard long swimming beach. You can also catch a sunset dinner cruise here, or go on a sailing excursion through the lake’s island passages and winding coastline. The lake area is also home to numerous hiking and biking trails, including a popular network comprising more than 30 miles of single-track mountain biking routes.

Several towns dot the shoreline around Lake Norman, the largest being Cornelius, Davidson, and Westport, where you can grab amenities, explore a historic Main Street, or enjoy a crab cake sandwich at a waterfront restaurant. With Charlotte just a short drive away, Lake Norman is an ideal lake getaway that’s still close to a big city.


The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Lake Norman

As most of the area attractions are centered around the water, summer is a popular time for Lake Norman cabin rentals. You can expect mostly hot weather at this time of year with occasional rain (so pack rain gear just in case). The shoulder seasons bring pleasantly crisp temperatures that are great for hiking among spring’s wildflower blooms or mountain biking among the orange hues of fall foliage. Winters can get cold by the lake with occasional snowfall.

With so many towns and communities throughout the lake region, there are plenty of events to keep you busy throughout the year. Huntersville hosts the Loch Norman Highland Games in April, featuring dancing, bagpipe bands, and traditional Scottish food. Starting in October, the town celebrates a Renaissance Festival that runs through the end of November.


Top things to do in Lake Norman

Lake Norman State Park

Located on the northern shore of Lake Norman, Lake Norman State Park draws hikers, bikers, and horseback riders to this lakefront recreation area. This is a popular spot to swim, as the park offers numerous amenities, including a bath house and concession stand, on a grassy knoll above the water. You can also catch the popular Lake Shore Trail here, which offers expansive views of Lake Norman.

Davidson

Davidson is a small college town on the western shores of Lake Norman. The town’s Main Street, which is just a short walk from the water, offers farm-to-table eateries, streetside cafes, and artisan shops along with seasonal farmers markets. You can browse a beloved bookstore here, or pop into a diner serving old-fashioned floats and sodas.

Dinner Cruises

Cap off a day at Lake Norman with a sunset sail across its deep blue waters. Several local operators offer dinner cruises on water crafts ranging from large yachts to more intimate sailboat voyages, departing from marinas and towns across the area.

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