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"Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Escape to Mayo Lake and unwind in this serene retreat. The beautiful home has lots of windows with incredible views of the lake, an open floor plan, and a large deck overlooking the water with a propane grill for outdoor cooking. With paddleboards, kayaks, life jackets provided on-site you'll be set for water adventures or relaxing by the dock.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

"Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks

*Dogs only allowed with approval from owner. Scroll to bottom to read more.*

🛶This is the perfect spot to get away from it all. Our home is peaceful, quiet, and has plenty of distance from any neighbors. In fact, there's a good chance you won't even see anyone around the home or on the lake. Our home is on a very quiet cove and Mayo Lake itself has little to no boat traffic, even in the summer.

We are only 15 minutes from Hyco Lake, and Mayo Lake has a much more private feel than Hyco Lake.

🦅This beautiful home has lots of windows and incredible views of the lake. The floor plan is open and you will be greeted with beautiful pine floors as you enter. The views are amazing! In our cove there are often Snowy White Egrets, Blue Herons, jumping fish, turtles, and sometimes Bald Eagles and Beavers. The fishing on our dock is fantastic. You can catch Crappie and Bass. The night sky is incredible and you'll love looking for shooting stars at night.

🚣‍♂️Our home comes with 3 paddleboards and 2 kayaks for your use. We also have several different sizes of life jackets. Our cove is an absolutely beautiful place to explore by paddleboard or kayak. (And by the way, if you haven't tried paddleboarding, it is incredibly fun! You can stand, sit, or kneel. You feel like you are on top of the water!)

😎Our dock is the perfect place to lay in the sun and enjoy the serene beauty or jump in the lake and go for a swim. We keep several noodles and floaties at the house with an electric pump. There is a ladder that makes it easy to get in and out of the lake. There is room to tie up your boat and/or jet skis. The marina is only 5 minutes away (by boat or car)!

🍔There is a large deck in the back of the house overlooking the lake with a large table and 8 chairs. There is also a propane grill for cooking out.

🔥The backyard has a fire pit to roast your hotdogs and marshmallows or you can just enjoy the fire with the gorgeous lake as a backdrop. We try to keep plenty of firewood at the home for our guests.

The home has 3 floors:

Loft Level - King Bed, closet, and bathroom with a large jetted tub. This bedroom is open and has incredibly gorgeous lake views. This bedroom has a desk with incredible views of the lake while you work. The natural light that floods in through the window is perfect for getting work done.

Main Floor - This floor has a large, open spacious kitchen and living room with a wall full of windows to view the lake. The windows are so high that you can even view the stars at night from the inside. The dining table can seat 6 - 8 people. The kitchen has a small, yet cozy electric fireplace. The bedroom on this floor has a King Bed and a flat screen smart TV. There is a full bathroom on the main floor, right across the hall from the bedroom. The kitchen has everything you need to cook delicious meals with plenty of counter space. There is also a laundry room on this floor and a supply of beach towels.

Downstairs - This is the room for family gatherings and fun! It has a large flat screen smart TV. After a long day at the lake, you'll love watching movies on the new leather, reclining couches. There is also a ping pong table in this room. The bedroom on this level has two queen beds, and there is a large full bath on this level as well.


To learn about all you can do in Roxboro, check out the link below.
http://bit.ly/visitroxboro. This is my website, where I have written extensively about things to do in the Roxboro area. We have wonderful restaurants, breweries, vineyards, and fun things to do. (I provide all this info at the house as well).

To make vacationing easier with little ones, the home has a pack & play, a high chair, a baby gate, and a booster seat for eating.

Within minutes you can be dining at one of the amazing restaurants in the area. Brookland Eats is a family favorite with fresh fish, hamburgers, BBQ, and awesome desserts. American Hero has great Philly Cheese-Steak and Fries, and Clarksville Station Steak House or Old Country Club Steak House is great for the perfect steak. Smokey Dave's BBQ is a must-stop for some awesome BBQ.


If you decide to leave your lake-side paradise, Mayo Lake Park (5 minutes away) has beautiful walking trails, bands, movies, and playgrounds. Virginia International Raceway (VIR) is only 30 minutes away, as is Orange County Speedway and South Boston Motor Speedway. Roxboro and South Boston also have great antique shops.

If you're looking to just stay one night, message me, and I'll work it out if possible.

The only internet available in the area is DSL. It can be slow at times, but we have always been able to work remotely, video conference, make phone calls, and stream movies. We cannot make any guarantees about the internet speed at the time of your stay.

We have compiled extensive information about things to do in the area. We will send it to you once your booking is complete. All of this information is also in a binder at the home.

Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns about your stay! We hope you are looking forward to having a relaxing and peaceful vacation.

*To keep our house immaculate for our guests, only dogs under 45 pounds will be considered that are house-trained, non-chewing, low-shedding, or non-shedding. You MUST have approval from us beforehand. Message us with details before you book.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

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

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Rules

If the pet fee is not paid at the time of booking, the reservation may be canceled.
If pets are not approved prior to booking, reservation may be canceled.
Guests must confirm rental agreement through VRBO messaging within 48 hours of booking, or booking may be canceled.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Contact us first. Low shedding. House trained.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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 in Roxboro, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Roxboro Country Club and Rock of Ages Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Halifax County Fairgrounds and North Main Street Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Dan River Soapworks, or check out an event or a game at Roxboro Motorsports Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Roxboro, NC

What's nearby

  • Mayo Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hyco Lake - 25 min drive - 33.3 km
  • Virginia International Raceway - 44 min drive - 55.6 km
  • Kerr Lake Country Club - 58 min drive - 79.4 km
  • Caesars Virginia Casino - 59 min drive - 80.6 km

Getting around

  • Danville, VA (DAN-Danville Regional) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Honey's Famous Hot Dog - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Smokey Dave's BBQ - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Golden Grill Asian Bistro - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at "Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at "Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is "Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks located?

This family-friendly Roxboro holiday home is located on the waterfront, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Mayo Lake, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Huck Sansbury Recreation Complex and Barden St Park. Roxboro Country Club and Kirby Cultural Arts Complex are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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"Cottage On The Cove" Private Lakefront Paradise with Paddleboards & Kayaks Reviews

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Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and location for a peaceful getaway. Kitchen and bathrooms were well stocked which was much appreciated. We really enjoyed the firepit and our time in the lake. Definitely will be back again for another staycation. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Lake Stay

Absolutely fabulous views of the lake and well furnished both inside and out. Comfortable furniture and excellent mattresses and pillows. Hosts were easy to communicate with and very responsive. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing birthday weekend at the Cottage

Great views, well appointed and comfy! Loved the beds and linens, the jacuzzi tub, and the PS4! The loft view was stunning and quite romantic on a rainy day. Will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home

Beautiful home in a quiet cove on the lake. Well appointed and convenient. Great communication and easy check in. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing and family friendly!

Great home with all the amenities you could ever need at a lake. Furnished very well and clean! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

R. M. D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful time!

This hiuse provides R and R to the max! Wonderful family spring break!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Cozy property the beds were great. And super clean. The location was awesome. Was hard to have signal but nothing that a good wifi couldn’t solve
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Property

Lovely property. Very clean. Owners are responsive and helpful. The lake is beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Location was great only 10 minutes from town. Plenty to do, lots of activities rain or shine. Fishing was outstanding and was even able to use Instacart for groceries and more bait.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kellea H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous girls’ weekend!

What a gem! Perfect girls’ weekend getaway for five of us! Once we arrived at the lake house we never left. The most well stocked, thoughtful, comfortable stay. Everything you need is provided. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So much fun

Did a guys fishing trip and had a blast. Amazing house and views. So much fun
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Autumn Lake

The property is well kept. The fall season was in full effect. The lake was absolutely beautiful in morning,
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hunter D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing host, wonderful property

Kristen is truly one of the best hosts I’ve had the pleasure of talking to. She was so accommodating and responsive to us. Everything went off without a hitch and we had a wonderful time. The property was absolutely gorgeous. It is as advertised, and even more magical in person. Everything was clean, spacious, and extremely well decorated. We had such a wonderful stay. It is truly a 5 star property for a reason. I can’t recommend it enough.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation with a view!

Lots of ways to relax here. Kayaks provided which my husband and daughter used multiple times. Awesome firepit area. Nice hammock to relax in. Very comfortable beds. Everything you need is provided. Mayo State Park is close by too. We went canoeing there and swimming. Local restaurants with great food. Friendly people.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas gathering

House was nice and clean, liked that everyone had their own bedroom and bathroom, we had all the things needed to cook and entertain. Fire pit was great for gathering and a lot of laughter. All in all agreat Christmas time for my family!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great few days on the lake

Privat location bit great views. House was clean and comfortable. Stocked with coffee, fire wood, and propane for the grill. Had fun on the dock and with the paddle boards, but did have to wash dirty water and mud off the dog every time he went swimming due to the lake water.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10 out of 10 would recommend

Had a fantastic time on a Christmas trip at this property. The view and amenities of this property were top tier with paddle boards and kayaks. Spent Christmas day on the lake paddle boarding. However, the best thing about this property is how clean it is and how responsive the host is. I would recommend this property to everyone. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rani W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Morning Coffee and Beautiful Birdsong

Our family had an amazing time at this beautiful and well appointed property. Our teenagers unplugged and enjoyed every minute we were there. They are already asking to go back. My husband enjoyed the hammock and I loved having my coffee each morning in this beautiful and private setting. The birdsong was amazing. Thank you to our wonderful hosts! We felt so welcomed and dream of returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Noriko O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, peaceful and relaxing cottage

Cottage on the cove was very comfortable, peaceful and relaxing. We were a group of 7 adults with a dog. I enjoyed fishing off the dock catching 2 large cat fish weight about 3 lb and 3 middle size of 1.5 lb and a small large mouth bass and played ping pong in between. Others enjoyed kayaking and a paddle boat and bird watching. .House was exactly as listed, gorgeous backyard looking at the lake. The property manager was very kind and responsive.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our Favorite Vacation Spot

This was our second vacation at "Cottage on the Cove" and it was just as wonderful as the first time. The house is located in a quiet private cove and is fully stocked (inside and out) with everything and anything you could possibly need (towels, TP, spices, coffee, games, etc.). The house is beautifully decorated and the beds are the most comfortable I've ever slept in. The firepit area is located in the shaded backyard and made for a great place to sit during the day (when we weren't on the water). The lake itself has great fishing and swimming and we spent most days/evenings enjoying both. Communication with the owner was very easy and you can tell they take pride in their home and making a great experience for their guests. We will definitely be back and are already looking forward to our next stay,
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, secluded home

The home looks exactly as pictured. So cute, in a quiet cove. It has a lot of green space, where we played different games and allowed of dogs room to expend some energy. We loved spending our time at the dock fishing, swimming and making use of kayaks and paddle boards. House was stocked with everything you need to get started with your stay. Washer and dryer worked great and made quick work of any laundry. We had an excellent stay! The communication was awesome and checking in was a breeze. We went to Mayo park hiking and to Hyco lake to rent a pontoon, but otherwise spent all our time at the house enjoying our family. From ages 6 to 55 we all really loved our stay. Thank you for being such gracious hosts!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Home for Families!

Setting, Setting, Setting! Privacy perfection. What a beautiful view, home, and amenities. Top notch location, beds, bathrooms, game room, extras, outdoor sitting areas, and pristine patio furniture everywhere. I’ve stayed in many VRBO‘s and this was by far the most well-maintained outdoor sitting areas. Host was amazing! I would’ve rated five stars however the beach area is not for wading or swimming. Very mucky, murky and floating algae. Of course our dogs didn’t care however be aware they will be very dirty if they jump in.. Disappointed that we could not jump in the water/beach with our dogs. We paddle boarded to a cleaner area to jump in and swim. This would be an excellent fishing lake, but we were not there to fish. Seriously, beautiful home and fabulous vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The BEST Place We Ever Rented!

My husband & I and two friends have rented many VRBO & other places over the last 35 years. This Cozy Cottage on the Lake is the best place we have ever stayed in terms of location, comfort & cleanliness. The beautiful cottage is situated on a hill overlooking the lake. We didn't see any other houses or people on the lake for the whole week. The peace, beauty & solitude were fabulous! One morning the lake was shrouded in fog & it had a lovely, other worldly "feel." This cottage is exceptionally well supplied & comfortable. The linens & mattresses are top notch. The house is sparkling clean & the decor is lovely. We have stayed in some very nice rentals over the years but this Cozy Cottage on the Lake is just incredible. The host, Kristen, was immediately responsive to two questions we texted to her. We are already looking forward to a return visit. If you're considering this place, book it! It is an outstanding value for the money.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway!

My family and I recently had the pleasure of staying at Cottage on the Cove, and it truly felt like a home away from home. From the moment we arrived, the welcoming atmosphere enveloped us. The cottage was thoughtfully equipped with all the little necessities that often get forgotten on trips, making our stay incredibly comfortable. One of the standout features was the delightful scent that greeted us upon entering—fresh, clean, inviting (I attribute that scent to the *real* wood floors!) It set the perfect relaxation tone for our getaway. The owners clearly put a lot of thought into every detail, ensuring that guests have everything they need for a relaxing stay. The views from the cottage were simply breathtaking. Waking up to the stunning view of Lake Mayo each morning was a highlight of our trip. To having coffee on the deck watching the fog roll across the lake in the mornings, fishing off the dock and kayaking in the afternoons, to sitting around the fire pit at night. It was exactly what we were looking for in a family vacation. We can't recommend Cottage on the Cove enough for anyone looking for a quiet, serene and well-appointed retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The "Cottage on the Cove" was the best place I have ever stayed at. It had everything you needed for a family getaway. We fished off the dock, made smores at the firepit and just enjoyed our family time. Would love to stay again@
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025