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Sporty Lakeview Ranch Backyard Haven
Welcome to the Sporty Lakeview Ranch-Backyard Haven! Perfect for professionals and families of up to six (6). A cozy home in a safe neighborhood with a fenced-in back yard with Pickleball, Basketball, and Turf Cornhole/Bocce Ball courts amidst the Rock Hill action? Yep! Minutes from Winthrop University, Piedmont Medical Center, Rock Hill Sports Center and Downtown. Numerous nearby shopping and dining options! Come and experience the many interior & outdoor amenities this home has to offer!

Tranquility on 2 acres in an authentic tiny house!
Escape to a tranquil retreat on 2 beautiful acres just minutes from Lake Wylie. Whether you crave adventure or relaxation our tiny house is the ideal getaway. Enjoy paddle boarding or boat rentals on the lake. Inside you'll find a cozy loft with a queen bed, a queen sofa, and modern amenities. Full kitchen and custom tiled shower. Relax on the 25' deck, grill and enjoy nature's peace. The house uses well water and a septic system, we recommend bottled water. Book now for a serene setting.

Carriage House Suite on Lake Wylie
Experience comfort, convenience, and natural beauty all in one getaway. Nestled along the tranquil shores of a pristine lake, our peaceful suite is designed as your home away from home—a sanctuary that combines modern comfort with the allure of nature. Whether you’re seeking a romantic escape, a solo adventure, or a memorable family holiday, this inviting space promises relaxation, recreation, and rejuvenation in equal measure. It has a full kitchen, TINY bathroom, laundry & 2 queen sized beds.

Charlotte Glamping- Fawn and Fern Hideaway
Come glamp with us a short drive from downtown Charlotte at Fawn and Fern Hideaway sitting on 5 wooded acres with a private road and parking. We feed the graceful deer community in hopes they visit you. Enjoy your own kitchenette with sink, mini fridge, k-cup and microwave. Your glamping includes a toilet, electric fireplace, and AC unit. It sleeps 4 with a queen and bunk bed. Use the charcoal grill and fire pit or outdoor dining bistro and picnic tables glowing by whimsical hanging lights.

Private Beautiful Getaway on the Greenway!
Experience all that Fort Mill has to offer! Walk to restaurants and bars down the greenway! Escape to the quaint yellow door cape cod surrounded by beautiful oak trees in a cul-de-sac with a two car carport. This fully renovated 3 bd 2 1/2 bath is clean, cozy and offers high-end amenities like heated bathroom floors, top appliances, and fast Wifi. Enjoy your coffee on the rocking chair front porch or your wine on the back patio next to the fire in the huge private yard! Relax and unwind!

Belmont Riverside Cabin
Our secluded, lake front retreat has a variety of waterfowl, forest animals and stunning mile-long views of Lake Wylie. Your 450 Sq. Ft private cabin was built in 2023 and is nestled in the woods overlooking the river. Just minutes from the trendy small town of Belmont, w/ popular restaurants, pubs and boutiques. 5 min to Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens, 15 min to the National Whitewater Center, 30 min to uptown Charlotte. A 2nd cabin is at airbnb.com/h/charlotte-area-lakeview-cabin.

ROYAL GOOSE 1- bedroom treehouse.
Reconnect with nature at this unforgettable escape. The threehouse is very close to the town of Charlotte North Carolina. It is 20 minutes drive to Charlotte. My goal is to have travelers leave our treehouse with a feeling of total satisfaction. The treehouse is a little bit more than 200 ft.² and is located at the end of our property so any needs from our guest will be met in the promptly manner. It is located at the outskirts of our property , it’s private but it is not secluded.

Charming Downtown Fort Mill Getaway
Beautifully updated open concept home with a huge private fenced backyard with a fire pit and space for your pup to play! All new kitchen equipped with everything a chef needs. Cozy and incredibly comfy king and queen beds! Walk to Downtown Fort Mill and experience the local breweries, restaurants, parks, and year-round activities and entertainment that Fort Mill has to offer. The area has too many things to do to mention them all here! Pet's require approval.

Farm House with Apt in Private Setting
Welcome to the Charlotte visitor’s best hideaway! Set in the lower level of our home, this two bedroom apartment accommodates guests with a private entrance and the serene backdrop of a beautifully wooded forest. Your personal respite, just minutes from Charlotte’s distinguished Ballantyne area, restaurants, shopping and entertainment. Twenty miles south of the Charlotte Douglas Airport (CLT) and the city’s center. Quiet and convenience await you here!

Lake Wylie Getaway Pool, Views & Cedar Swing
Pet-friendly Lake Wylie retreat! Charming 1BR/1BA upstairs condo with rustic-modern style and a cozy cedar swing overlooking the pool—perfect for sipping morning coffee or sharing evening wine. Stroll to Papa Doc’s for lakefront dining and live tunes. Enjoy pool and boat dock access (no boat storage). Close to kayak and boat rentals, plus River Hills Golf. Includes 1 parking pass. Ready for a cozy, fun-filled romantic escape? Book your stay today!

The Spirit of Adventure- 2 bedroom Townhome
Embark on an unforgettable journey at the Spirit of Adventure, an extraordinary haven nestled in the vibrant heart of the Queen City-Charlotte, NC. Our gorgeous home away from home is just minutes from the airport, the cosmopolitan energy of Uptown, the exhilarating adventures of Carowinds amusement park, the tranquility of Lake Wylie, and a world of shopping and dining delights. Book your stay with us today. The Spirit of Adventure awaits!

Peaceful condo on Lake Wylie
2 bedroom 2 bath lake condo with a community pool & lake dock! Located close to all that Lake Wylie has to offer. Perfect for vacation, staycation, fishing tournaments, or for a quick get away. This property borders North and South Carolina. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is only 16 miles away and about 8 miles from Carowinds Amusement park. Uptown Charlotte is a short 20-30 minute drive.
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Fox Farms Little House

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Designer Apt in Charming Fort Mill w/ Netflix

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Other great holiday rentals near McDowell Nature Ctr and Preserve

Lake Wylie Guest House

Your Lake House Awaits!

King + Queen Beds, & a full Gourmet Kitchen

Charming 2BR 1BA Lakefront Cabin with Private Dock

Family Lake House- Grill, Lawn Games, Dock Access!

Stylish 1BR Close to Airport & Shopping

Dog friendly townhouse, Charlotte - Steele Creek

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Destinations to explore
- Charlotte Motor Speedway
- Spectrum Center
- Carowinds
- Bank of America Stadium
- NASCAR Hall of Fame
- Crowders Mountain State Park
- Lake Norman State Park
- Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
- Romare Bearden Park
- Discovery Place Science
- PNC Music Pavilion
- Charlotte Convention Center
- Lazy 5 Ranch
- Bechtler Museum of Modern Art
- Billy Graham Library
- University of North Carolina at Charlotte
- Concord Mills
- Cherry Treesort
- Uptown Charlotte Smiles
- Queen City Quarter
- Zootastic Park
- Ovens Auditorium
- Catawba Two Kings Casino
- Mint Museum Uptown




