1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston!
Bracey, Mecklenburg County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston! THE FARMHOUSE IS NOT ON LAKE GASTON, BUT IT'S ONLY A MILE AWAY.The Isle of Rest was once a 4,000 acre working farm originally built around 1810. The main house burned down after being struck by lightening and the current home was completed in 1865. The property was divided into two parcels by the family in the mid 1920's. Most of the land was sold to developers...
1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston! THE FARMHOUSE IS NOT ON LAKE GASTON, BUT IT'S ONLY A MILE AWAY.The Isle of Rest was once a 4,000 acre working farm originally built around 1810. The main house burned down after being struck by lightening and the current home was completed in 1865. The property was divided into two parcels by the family in the mid 1920's. Most of the land was sold to developers in the 1950's when Lake Gaston was formed by damming the Roanoke River. The homestead was lived in until 1973 when the matriarch of the family passed away. Her heirs allowed the land to sit for thirty years and fall into disrepair. I purchased the homestead and 25 acres in 2005 and set off to restore the grand old house. My family and I use it as a weekend getaway throughout the year and stay for a week several times during the summer. We put the boat in down the street at Holly Creek Marina, shoot skeet, take nature walks, enjoy the deer and other wildlife, and just relax. We recently decided to try renting the house out to help with the expenses and to share the wonderful setting with others. If you are a nature lover, reader, writer, boater, hunter or all the above you will really enjoy staying at the Isle of Rest. We have allowed two weddings and two business retreats to use the property and everyone loved it. Events, like a wedding, will be charged the weekly rate regardless of number of days on the property.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Air conditioning
- Toilet paper
- Basic soaps
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Wood stove
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Kettle
- Blender
- Ice maker
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Kayak / canoe
- Golf
Entertainment
- Games
- Books
- Television
- Smart TV
- Satellite / cable
- DVD player
- Game room
- Pool table
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
Location type
- Rural
- Water view
Nearby activities
- Swimming
- Sailing
- Water skiing
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Winery tours
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Marina
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Game room
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Toys/games
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 30
- Check-out: Before 12:00 PM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
- Pets allowed: Pets allowed
- Smoking allowed: Smoking allowed: in designated areas
- All children and pets must be supervised. No children near the pond without adult supervision. : All children and pets must be supervised. No children near the pond without adult supervision.
Important Information
- This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
- 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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
- Note from host: Small weddings and family reunions only.
About the area
Bracey
Located in Bracey, this farm stay is in a rural area. Virginia S. Evans Doll Museum and South Hill Model Train Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Rosemont Vineyards and South Hill Country Club. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Lake Gaston 13 min walk
- Rosemont Vineyards 7 min drive
- John H. Kerr Reservoir 31 min drive
- Kerr Lake Country Club 36 min drive
- Occoneechee State Park 50 min drive
Getting around
- Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) 77 min drive
Restaurants
- Carolina BBQ & Chicken 10 min drive
- Shady Shack Grill & Flip Flops Bar 6 min drive
- El Huasteco 10 min drive
- Huddle House 9 min drive
- Subway 9 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston!?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is 1865 farmhouse near Lake Gaston! located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly farm stay is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Lake Gaston and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Rosemont Vineyards. South Hill Model Train Museum and Centennial Park are also within 16 miles (25 km).