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Tillery/Badin Lake Retreat! Lake life minutes from golf, hiking, & mt biking

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5 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, foosball, stereo, computer monitors
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

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  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
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  • GymGymGym
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Mount Gilead, NC
  • Popular LocationSwift Island Lake Tillery Boat Access12 min drive
  • Popular LocationMorrow Mountain State Park21 min drive
  • Popular LocationUwharrie National Forest33 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

My family and I stayed here for Thanksgiving this year and had a wonderful time. The property is spacious yet comfortabl...
Shay P.
Nov 27, 2023

About this property

Entire place

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

Tillery/Badin Lake Retreat! Lake life minutes from golf, hiking, & mt biking

Welcome to Camp Carola Lakehouse Retreat! Beautifully wooded, half-acre lot with 150 feet of lakefront shoreline on a quiet cove perfect for swimming. Located walking distance of River Run/Lilly’s Marina and minutes from the golf course and Wood Run trailhead of the Uwharries, Camp Carola is your ideal basecamp for boating, kayaking, golfing, hiking, mountain biking, trail running, 4X4, swimming, and fishing. Kayaks, paddle board, yoga mats are included with rental. When you are done with the day’s adventures – grab a drink and enjoy the sunset over gorgeous main channel views on the deck or the private boat dock. Dock your boat here during your stay! Need to work? wifi and monitor provided. An exterior doorbell and boat house security camera is on property. TVs equipped with chromecast; Google home. Five bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2 living rooms, a game room, and two full kitchens! Camp Carola is the perfect multi-family get away.

Property manager

Branda Nowell

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Boat on site
  • Foosball table on site
  • Golf on site
  • Gym on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 13
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Mount Gilead

Located in Mount Gilead, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Swift Island Lake Tillery Boat Access and Wood Run Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Morrow Mountain State Park and Badin Lake. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Swift Island Lake Tillery Boat Access - 12 min drive
  • Wood Run Trailhead - 14 min drive
  • Morrow Mountain State Park - 21 min drive
  • Badin Lake - 26 min drive
  • Uwharrie National Forest - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪River Wild - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Mama Noi's Pizza - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Burger Shack - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Deluxe Grill - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tillery/Badin Lake Retreat! Lake life minutes from golf, hiking, & mt biking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tillery/Badin Lake Retreat! Lake life minutes from golf, hiking, & mt biking?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tillery/Badin Lake Retreat! Lake life minutes from golf, hiking, & mt biking?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tillery/Badin Lake Retreat! Lake life minutes from golf, hiking, & mt biking located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Swift Island Lake Tillery Boat Access, Morrow Mountain State Park, and Wood Run Trailhead. Town Creek Indian Mound and Stony Mountain Vineyards are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Katie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good stock of supplies and lots of room
Great property with lots of room and good supplies in the house. Quiet cove.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Great place to stay! Enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

R I.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing family get together
We had a great time the place was excellent would love to do it all again. Lake was amazing. Fishing was very successful. So many fish. kayak was so much fun. Host and the house was absolutely excellent.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shay P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly Recommend
My family and I stayed here for Thanksgiving this year and had a wonderful time. The property is spacious yet comfortable and cozy. The games and den were terrific bonuses for the kids. Both the neighborhood and lake were beautiful and quiet. The owners are kind and hospitable. We have no complaints or critiques. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

BETH F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Lake House
Spent a long girl’s weekend at this lovely lake house and had a wonderful time. The house is comfortable, tastefully furnished, and well stocked with everything you need to enjoy your stay. Definitely would rent the house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for a crowd!
We had a great time at this home. Branda was very responsive and the house was wonderful for our group of 8. It rained one of the days we were there, and we really enjoyed the downstairs area and being able to gather together and watch movies.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Property
We had a great time at this location. It was perfect for 12 of us staying with 4 adults, 6 teenagers, and 2 others, ages 10 and 7. The boat dock was greatly appreciated as we brought our boat with us. The kids were able to paddle board and use the swim mat provided by our hosts. Communication was excellent, check out super simple and no problems during our stay. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Autumn D.

Liked: Cleanliness
40th birthday celebration
We had an amazing time at Camp Carola! We spent a few days there for my husband’s 40th birthday. We did one adult only day, one day with all the kids and then our last day was just with our family of 4. The house was the perfect location and had a great setup for everyone to hang out and relax. We did some kayaking, paddle boarding, fishing and swimming. The downstairs area was the perfect spot! The kids loved the bunk areas for them to sit and sleep. I enjoyed my quiet morning coffee on the deck and we love that the swim area was shaded most of the morning. With all the kids this was perfect especially since it was the hottest days of the year while we were there. We hope to make this a yearly trip! The hosts were awesome at communicating and answered all of my questions before we arrived. I definitely recommend staying!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal for big family gathering
This well-loved home was a great spot for our three families to come together. The teens had their own space to hang out, and there was plenty of outdoor seating. The lake inlet was a little murky for swimming, but great for small watercraft. Hosts were responsive to issues that arose.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brianna E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
We stayed for my Moms Birthday. We had a great time and the dock was perfect for swimming and fishing. The kids woke up every day wanting to fish.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Schenck summer lake vacation
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Lake Tillery and exploring the surrounding areas to see what all it had to offer. Impressive! The house was perfect for our family, plenty of space for everyone, and the communication with the host was stellar. We will definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Lake retreat
We stayed here for a week over the 4th of July. This was a great house with easy access to the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jennell S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bigger grill
I came with my husband and 2 kids, sister and her 4 kids and my father and girlfriend. There was plenty of space for everyone and we had a great time relaxing on our vacation. Something we found really lacking was the grill. It was very small especially compared to amount of people the place accommodates. Overall great place to stay, would love to come back with a group of friends
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property!
We've stayed here multiple times and it is always great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna L., 29512

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Quiet Spot on the Lake
We had a great week spending quality time with family. We had plenty of laughs, lots of good food, and much needed relaxation by the lake. We fished, played in the water and just enjoyed each other's company. It was a great spot and the house had everything we needed for our home away from home for the week.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brock C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day Weekend
This property was amazing for me and my family! My parents, siblings and all my nieces and nephews joined in the stay and everyone was please! From the location, the downstairs room (which the kids loved), dock, and the abundance of rooms and bathrooms! We enjoyed every minute of our stay and was very pleased how everything turned out! Cant wait to book again for next year!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time on the lake
The property managers were very responsive and the listing was accurate. Very helpful that the kayaks and paddle board were available. My teens really enjoyed having the downstairs space separately. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise R.

Liked: Cleanliness
We found the property exactly as shown. We found the property in excellent condition and clean!.
Very easy to rent and owner's are quite welcoming. Already signed up to rent again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Mark G.

Great Location
House had a few issues but the owner was quick to respond. We had two 3yr olds who loved the downstairs with the games! Loved the location. Docked our boat at the house and it was great! Would recommend this house!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Janet C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay but in need of work
My visit included my family with two elderly grandparents. Our planned host had to cancel last minute and this house made our trip still possible. The owner was quick to respond when I had questions about handicap accessibility to the main floor before we even booked. The location was great. We had a good time and I really appreciate that there are so many bathrooms. The balcony was a great place to sit as well. The house does need some attention. One of the toilet seats came unhooked easily and frequently. The master had broken blinds on one window and no blinds on another so we used towels for privacy and to block the light. There were several light bulbs that were burned out. The bunk bed room has recessed electrical outlets that were completely unusable. It’s possible the house needs some electrical work in general. We had several light switches that we couldn’t figure out uses for and with several lights not working (some affixed to the ceiling) we weren’t sure if it was a light bulb issue or an electrical issue. Overall, we enjoyed the stay and wouldn’t have changed our choice, however it would be nice to see a little more attention given to the place to make it an excellent stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael s h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing getaway!
We had a fun family weekend. It was in a nice location close to a restaurant by the lake plus two kitchens if you want to stay in and cook. The house was very clean and worked perfect for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value for multiple families
Great house situated on a nice cove. 5 bedrooms plus a cool downstairs area with some elevated bunk type beds for kids. We were 3 families of 4 with 6 total kids and it was pretty perfect. Dock is great and I docked my 18' skiff there no problem. Swimming off the dock was fun. Cove is great for kayaking, stand up paddle boarding, etc. House is well appointed and comfortable. Back deck is really nice. When we did have a couple of issues the responsive owners had our problems solved within an hour or two. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M., WHISPERING PINES NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Last weekend before school starts get away
This property has lots of space for everyone. The teens loved the downstairs area. It is convenient to Lily's Bridge Marina. We had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway!
We had a really great time, lots of room in the house with a great floorplan for a large group like ours. Location was fantastic, neighbors were all very friendly and water was deep enough to swim off the dock. Owner was pretty quick to respond to a minor issue we had at check in and the home had everything advertised. Thanks so much for allowing us to stay and we are already talking about a trip next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fran H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lake life!
We thoroughly enjoyed the property and location. The owner was extremely helpful and the house was fantastic! Could not have asked for a better experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022