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

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
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Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis, books
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

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

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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.*

šŸ›¶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.

šŸ¦…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.

šŸš£ā€ā™‚ļø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!)

šŸ˜ŽOur 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)!

šŸ”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.

šŸ”„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 transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • 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
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs 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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 neighborhood

Map
NC, Roxboro

What's nearby

  • Mayo Lake - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Roxboro Country Club - 18 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Roxboro Motorsports Park - 30 min drive - 26.5 km
  • Hyco Lake - 31 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Virginia International Raceway - 53 min drive - 48.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Smokey Dave's BBQ - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Golden Grill Asian Bistro - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Honey's Famous Hot Dogd - ‬11 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 50 lbs per pet.

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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly Roxboro vacation 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 Roxboro Country Club. Person County Museum and Kirby Cultural Arts Complex are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 171 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 171 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 171 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 171 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage on the cove is one of the best homes we’ve stayed in. The house is extremely well stocked, the lake is gorgeous, with really great fishing, and there is enough around in the surrounding area to venture out for days trips if needed. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renea H.

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

Paradise in the Cove

Love this tucked away sweet paradise! We stayed here when the property first began VRBO and loved the upgrades! He fire pit was relaxing on a cooler May night!Thanks so much for the personal touches throughout making it feel so homey!
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

Jenna M.

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

Clean, comfortable, and relaxing

We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth E.

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

Loved it

Magical place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda t.

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

Lovely home

Whenever we stay a mayo lake we rent this home.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 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

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

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

Merodie H.

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

Great week away

This was a wonderful week away. Our grandchildren and dogs were easily accommodated and we all had a great time. The host is incredibly accessible, helpful and accommodating. Highly recommend for a low stress fun family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

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

Robin B., Mint Hill, USA

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

Just perfect!

Our family was excited to stay in anything other than a cramped hotel room, but this home really exceeded all our expectations! It not only had amazing views,clean, and well stocked the host was helpful too! My son and husband has requested it to be our go to spot for visiting family in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

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

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

Sherry D.

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

Perfect Cottage

Everything went very smoothly and we had a very relaxing and enjoyable time. We have family in the area and will definitely plan another visit and hopefully this home will be available.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

sherri m.

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

july 4th vacation week

We stayed at Cottage on the Cove the first week of July, 2025. The property was lovely. All the bedrooms were cozy with comfortable beds and plenty of room. Everyone had a blast witht he pingpong table, games and swimming. We had a few very hot days, however Tunnel Creek Winery was 13 minutes away, as well as antique shops, and restaurants. Carols Collectibles in Roxboro is a must visit. Walking through her maze of old artifacts many from well known historical figures is mind boggling. if she is not busy she might show you the old movie theatre upstairs. It opened in 1929. Fishing and swimming was pretty good from the dock and from a kayak/paddle board. There is an urgent care within 15 minutes from the house as well as grocery, bait, fast food including mexican, and wineries.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel H.

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

Peaceful weekend

Relaxing by the lake or on the beautiful deck. Just the best. The home is perfect. It has everything you need for a great time, right down to wood for the fire pit. Owners easy to contact and really seem to want you to have a great time. Already trying to plan our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in May 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

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

Michelle B.

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

Family Vacation

Our stay was everything we expected. We chose this place because of the great reviews and that there was a lot of things to do right at the property. We were not disappointed. Would consider coming back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

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

Dawn E.

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

Week at Mayo Lake

We enjoyed our stay. We used the paddle boards, kayaks, ping pong, connect four & other games. The kitchen met our needs. The bed/pillows were nice. It is always a plus having a washer/dryer on vacation. Great bird watching. Nice home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022