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Knotty Pines by AvantStay | Lake Views, Renovated

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 20325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Knotty Pines by AvantStay | Lake Views, Renovated

Knotty Pines is sure to exceed your expectations, offering complete renovations from top to bottom. From brand-new kitchens and bathrooms to fresh paint, furnishings, and beautiful landscaping, every detail has been thoughtfully designed for your comfort and enjoyment.

**A Tour of Your Retreat:**

As you enter Knotty Pines, you'll be greeted by a stunning spiral staircase, illuminated by an elegant chandelier in the foyer. The open concept design allows natural light to flood the space through a wall of windows, offering breathtaking lake views from every angle. The seamless flow of the home allows easy access to the living room, dining room, and kitchen, making it perfect for spending time with family and friends.

Off the foyer, you'll find a formal dining room with seating for eight, ideal for meals or gathering together. The spacious living room is outfitted with a large sectional and plenty of comfortable chairs, providing ample space for everyone to relax while enjoying the views of the lake or watching TV.

Adjacent to the living room is the kitchen, which features a dining table for six and four barstools at the kitchen counter. The fully stocked kitchen boasts all-new appliances and everything you'll need to prepare a perfect meal for your group to enjoy. The main level, with brand-new flooring and fresh paint throughout, also includes the primary bedroom with its en suite bath, complete with dual vanities, a soaking tub, and a separate shower—a perfect retreat at the end of the day.

The upper level has been fully renovated and includes four stylish and comfortable bedrooms. As you reach the top of the stairs, you'll find a beautifully decorated queen bedroom with French doors, all-new furniture, and bedding. This room also boasts incredible views of the lake. At one end of the upper level, two bedrooms share a Jack and Jill bathroom. One of these bedrooms is a fun bunk room with two twin-over-full bunk beds, bean bags, a TV, and a child-sized teepee for the kids to enjoy hours of imaginative play. The other bedroom features a cozy and comfortable king bed. On the opposite side of the upper level is a large, beautifully decorated king en suite bedroom, offering plenty of space and a peaceful retreat.

The basement has been completely converted into a family-friendly getaway space. It includes a full kitchen with a dishwasher, refrigerator, disposal, microwave, and stove, so you can easily prepare snacks or meals. The large living room features a sectional sofa and a ping pong table—perfect for some friendly family competition. The lower level also has two additional bedrooms: one with two queen beds and another with a king bed, offering plenty of space for everyone.

Knotty Pines offers direct access to the lake, with a pontoon available to rent for your enjoyment through your local AvantStay team. The home is equipped with a variety of amenities and activities designed to ensure that your stay is as relaxing and enjoyable as possible. Whether you're unwinding by the lake, playing ping pong in the basement, or exploring the outdoors, Knotty Pines provides everything you need for the perfect getaway.

We’re confident that Knotty Pines will not disappoint and that your time here will be unforgettable!

AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team and a tech-enabled concierge to book services, such as fridge stocking, mid-stay cleanings, and private chefs. For anything you need (or never knew you needed), we’re at your service!

Discover the allure of Lake Norman, a haven nestled in the heart of North Carolina. With its idyllic atmosphere, this destination offers the perfect blend of tranquility and excitement. Whether you're here for a laid-back escape or outdoor adventures, you'll have dozens of options to keep you relaxed and entertained. Spend lazy days by the shimmering waters, or venture into the charming lakeside towns, where quaint boutiques and local eateries are waiting with unique finds and new experiences. For the outdoor enthusiast, there's an array of water activities, from paddleboarding under the vast sky to exhilarating boat rides against the backdrop of scenic hills. Whether you seek relaxation or adventure, Lake Norman promises an unforgettable retreat, making your stay here truly exceptional.

Local Attractions: Lake Norman State Park, Jetton Park, Birkdale Village, Queens Landing, Lazy 5 Ranch, NASCAR Racing Experience, Historic Latta Plantation, Davidson College, Water Sports, Golf Courses

Home Truths:
- The living room fireplace is not available for guest use.
- This rental also offers 2 kayaks and 2 paddle boards.
- A maximum of 2 pets are allowed at this home. Pets must be approved in advance and are subject to an additional fee of $175 per pet. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet.
- Please note that events and parties are not allowed.
- Due to natural fluctuations, we’re unable to provide specific water depth information at any given time. The majority of docks in this area are generally suitable for most average-sized pontoons and ski boats. However, since boat drafts can vary, guests are encouraged to refer to Lake Norman nautical charts, GPS systems, and depth maps—and rely on their own knowledge of their vessel’s specifications—to ensure safe navigation.

Parking Details:
Maximum of 5 cars allowed onsite.
No parking on the grass or street.

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The room configuration is as follows:
Primary Bedroom / King bed
Bedroom 2 / King bed
Bedroom 3 / Bunk beds
Bedroom 4 / King bed
Bedroom 5 / Queen bed
Bedroom 6 / King bed
Bedroom 7 / Two queen beds

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Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 28 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit.

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.


IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 28 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

Property manager

AvantStay

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Kayaking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,498 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

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Sherrills Ford, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Lake Norman - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lowe's Corporate Headquarters - 24 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Davidson College - 28 min drive - 32.0 km
  • Birkdale Village - 31 min drive - 39.1 km
  • Lake Norman State Park - 34 min drive - 33.3 km

Getting around

  • Concord, NC (USA-Concord Regional) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kickback Jack's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Dairi-O of Mooresville - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Knotty Pines by AvantStay | Lake Views, Renovated pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Knotty Pines by AvantStay | Lake Views, Renovated?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Knotty Pines by AvantStay | Lake Views, Renovated?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Knotty Pines by AvantStay | Lake Views, Renovated located?

This family-friendly Lake Norman of Catawba vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Catawba River and Lake Norman. Sherrills Ford Optimist Park and Sherrills Ford - Terrell Public Library are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Knotty Pines by AvantStay | Lake Views, Renovated Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

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

Family reunion

Big, well appointed home directly on the lake. Enjoyed by all.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan F.

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

College Graduation Family Vacation

Great location on lake norman. Nice house, very clean. Could use some regular maintenance, both interior and exterior. Wifi and other amenities were excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Great Family Property

Great location and lots of room for a big family/extended family gathering. Large common areas yet many private areas for when everyone needs a break. Easy check-in/check-out process. Excellent communication before, during, and after our stay. Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

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

Ladies lake retreat

We were comfortable and enjoyed our stay at the property. It was conveniently supplied with soap in the showers and sinks. Nice toilet paper, paper towels and even towels to use after a lake swim! Stand up paddle board and kayaks were an added bonus! Definitely recommend this property for a seamless getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen J.

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

Christmas in Lake Norman

My family has a wonderful time. The home exceeded our expectations. It was clean and well furnished. The beds were comfortable and the layout provided privacy and space. The double oven was a huge bonus. 😁
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

salvador g.

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

Great

Awesomeness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M., Raleigh

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

Great house that comfortably accommodates large groups

We had a group of 14 stay for a long weekend. Two people brought boats so we were able to enjoy the lake without a boat rental. The house was immaculate and very modern. Location-wise, it’s a bit out of the way (by road of course, there’s a lot within boating distance), but we knew this when renting as a few of us are from the Lake Norman area. Overall, everything was great and we may choose to stay again for our next annual trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

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

Repeat For Sure

75th Birthday with 5 grandchildren and 4 kids with spouses. House was well equipped and great location. Only issue is how the HVAC system operates. Rather than heat separate floors horizontally the system heats vertically which results in bottom floors were heated unevenly and with kids it was far too cold. They were good enough to bring out a space heater which made things better. Instructions should alert people as to how the HVAC system works.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

NancyAnn W.

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

Family gem on the lake

This home was a great getaway for family meeting from four states. The calm creek/slough behind the house made you feel far away from everything. We loved the little beach, swimming, boating, kayaking and boarding on the lake. The house was well equipped and had everything we needed. The remodeling was beautfiul and comfortable. We loved the area and hope to return. -fantastic property-
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

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

Impressive Large Lake Home - we loved it!

We had a friends reunion in this home at Lake Norman including 4 families with teens ranging in age from 13 to 19. Home was large and the perfect size for our group of 14. All the teens stayed in the basement & loved the kitchen & ping pong table. We loved the lake toys (paddle board and 2 kayaks) and we rented the very nice (Bentley) pontoon boat for 3 days. Morgan Allen with Lakecations was very pleasant and excellent to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

lisa l., Prior Lake, MN

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

Perfect Spot for a Family Reunion!!!

Lovely house on Lake Norman, perfect for a recent family reunion weekend! Comfy beds, nicely equipped kitchen, and exceptional customer service from our property manager, who was available immediately with a reply to any question i had. We would definitely consider a return visit to this property!! (PS: Very small nitpick: Only 1 upstairs Bedroom En Suite had a garbage can. The rest of us had to make do w Publix bags. Property could benefit from addition of BR & BA trash receptacles😉...other than that.. PERFECT!!!)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Sandy K., Columbia,

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Hot In Heaven

My family had a surprise birthday party for my 80-year-old aunt. Prior to securing this property, this information was shared with management. We were informed that this would be allowed in the day but that a large number wouldn't be allowed to stay all day. At that point, I rented a 2nd home around the corner which most of us stayed after the celebration. It was very Hot in the home. HVAC was called and we were told that the unit wasn't put together properly and that some vents were not connected. He was going to ask management to bring in portable fans. After contacting management, we were told that they were informed that doors, and windows were opened and we had more people than allowed which is why it was so hot. This was not true. I follow all rules given and even got permission to have an event during the day. The house was Beautiful. Not the cleanest upon check-in but I am on the Advisory board of a Travel Agency and the way that our concerns we met with excuses is unacceptable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna R.

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

Great for a group

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven S.

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

Great location with lots of amenities!

This property was amazing! Very clean and exactly as advertised. It even had zippered allergy mattresses and soft, premium plush bath towels! I truly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy W.

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

Knotty Pines

This was a wonderdul place to house our multi generational get together. It was in a fantastic location. The kitchen had all the pans and utencils we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Mary Q.

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

Sibling Reunion Weekend

We had a wonderful time at this spacious home. It was the perfect gathering place for our family. We especially enjoyed the larger tables provided inside and outside for many eating options.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Everything you need to take it easy

This house was really amazing and accommodating. I have stayed in a lot of VRBO type homes and this one stood out from the rest. The home looked beautiful in the pictures and surprised us all when it was even better in person. You can not beat the amount of bathrooms the house had. It had everything we needed, even the little things cooking ware, sponges, hand soap. The kayaks, paddle board, dock, little private beach suited everyone's needs for relaxation. The provided firewood was so nice. The smart TVs automatically signing out of your accts after your stay, just pure accommodations. Communication with the property manager was so quick and they were so pleasant. Check out was a breeze!!! We had a wide range of ages and everyone was happy. I can't imagine someone being unhappy with there stay at Knotty Pines.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023