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Pets Welcome/Private Cove on the Lake!

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Lake Murray's tranquil beauty surrounds this spacious home, ideal for large family gatherings. Unwind on the screened-in porch overlooking the lake or enjoy a game of pool in the upstairs game room. With multiple bedrooms, an open kitchen and family room downstairs, there's ample space to relax and socialize.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10223 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

Pets Welcome/Private Cove on the Lake!

Our home is great for large family gatherings or for multiple families. There is a bedroom downstairs with a king bed and a tv room with a sleeper sofa. Also downstairs is a full bathroom and an open kitchen and family room. Upstairs has a bedroom with a queen bed, a bedroom with a double bed, a kid's room with a double bed and two twin beds, a full bathroom, and a game room with a pool table. We can accommodate a toddler with a high chair and pack n play. We have a large screened in porch overlooking beautiful Lake Murray. The home is in a private cove with a dock. You are welcome to bring your boat or rent one nearby. A fire pit, kayaks, and a canoe are on property for your enjoyment. There is a community pool around the corner for use at Siesta Cove Marina. The back of the property is fenced in for your pet or children to enjoy.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2,400 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 11:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Clean up after your pets - pick up all poop.
Absolutely no smoking in doors - dispose of all cigarette butts in outside trashcan.
No wet bathing suits or pets on couches and beds.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include 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

Property is also known as

On the Lake Gilbert
On the Lake Private vacation home
On the Lake Private vacation home Gilbert

About the area

Map
Gilbert, SC

What's nearby

  • Shull Island - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Summer Lake - 11 min drive - 15.1 km
  • Gibson Road Park - 16 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Lexington County Baseball Stadium - 17 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Lexington County Museum - 18 min drive - 24.2 km

Getting around

  • Columbia, SC (CAE-Columbia Metropolitan) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boho Pizza And brew - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles Famous Chicken 'N Biscuits - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's Chicken Fingers & Buffalo Wings - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pets Welcome/Private Cove on the Lake! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Pets Welcome/Private Cove on the Lake! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Pets Welcome/Private Cove on the Lake!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pets Welcome/Private Cove on the Lake!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pets Welcome/Private Cove on the Lake!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pets Welcome/Private Cove on the Lake! located?

This family-friendly Gilbert holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Murray and Shull Island. Sandy Beach and Summer Lake are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Pets Welcome/Private Cove on the Lake! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 43 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews

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Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

michelle d.

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

Great Lake house

Wonderful property tucked into a cove with a boat ramp next door. We enjoyed staying here for the second year in a row
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob R.

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

Great place to stay

Great place to stay. Easy Check in
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

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

Amazing Place to Stay on Lake Murray!

This house was absolutely perfect for our group trip! Plenty of room for all of us and the dogs. The boat slip was just a couple minutes away which made it quick and simple to get out on the water. The check-in process was super easy and the host provided everything we could possibly need for our stay. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith J.

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

Lake trip

Had a great time. The house I rented was extremely nice.The pictures did not do it justice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon F.

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

Great Stay

Beautiful home with great bedrooms. Owners responded quickly to resolve any questions we had! Definitely going to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett G.

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

Great stay

Very nice clean house. Good quiet location. Not far from town. Pool table is a big plus. Highly recommend whether your there for fishing or just a weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

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

Great spot on the lake

House is great and the location is right in the heart of lake murray. Proximity to siesta cove marina means you always have a spot to get drinks and ice, and to put in your boat.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor M.

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

Great family getaway

Loved the quiet peacefulness of the property and the home had great amenities to keep us entertained. Right next to the marina for supplies and boat rentals if desired. Excellent communications throughout. Would highly recommend for a peaceful getaway on the water.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

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

Great time

Very nice cove off the lake and a very nice lake house I liked how it was right next door to the boat ramp to launch our boat
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny H.

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

Great Lake house in quiet cove

Had a great weekend, we brought our boat and launched right next door at siesta cove! The house was beautiful and very clean! We will definitely be back to this house!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

scott p.

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

Great stay

House was perfect. We koved the pool table, the screened in porch and sitting on the dock. They had everything we needed in the kitchen.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myki B.

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

Nice Lake House

Lovely lake house. Fenced yard was perfect for the fur babies!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn A.

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

Great Getaway on the lake

We enjoyed our stay at this peaceful Lake Murray setting. Everything was clean, all necessities were provided and the owner was quick to respond to any questions we had. We rented a boat from Siesta Cove marina, which was a quick walk away. After a full day of fishing, we went to the Hollow Creek Distillery which was a 10 minute drive, they had food trucks there and the staff was friendly. We are already talking about our next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

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

Excellent

We stay at Murray or wateree 3 to 4 times a year. This house makes is at the top of the list. Everything was fantastic. Excellent location, very well kept house, Excellent host. Couldnt have asked for anything better. Would recommend to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad R.

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

Golf Trip

Awesome location! It’s right on the lake and close everything. We came to town to go to the Masters. Played golf around the area. Wish we could have taken advantage of the lake more. Really enjoyed the pool table in the house and the screened in patio. Host is amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fontenot A.

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

Family Time

We rented the house to stay in for my daughter's wedding. It was nice. It had plenty room for our whole family. The pool table was a hit. So was the pier for fishing. The house is a older home but was very clean. The property manager was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Serwinowski s.

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

Gamecock Commencement Weekend

What a fantastic stay! Plenty of room for our large family gathering to help celebrate the Graduation of our daughter from The University of South Carolina. The rooms were very clean and the beds were exceptionally comfortable. From catching fish right off the dock in the back yard to enjoying the screened in porch playing cards, our stay was quite enjoyable. The fenced in yard was perfect for or four legged friends. I only wish we had more graduations to attend.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian and Lori B.

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

Good times at Lake Murray

This property is amazing! Second time we have stayed here. Tons of room and comfy beds. Nice bathrooms and the kitchen is great. The fenced in yard was ideal for bring the dogs! The location is awesome for fishing, and near a store/marina for ice and any items you need. Theres a drive thru bait shop and outdoor shop with in a 10 minute drive. The kids had a blast with the paddle boards in the day and the pool table at night. Did i say this is an amazing property!?!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim O.

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

Excellent Experience/Too Short for Us

Tonya's lakeside home along Lake Murray is in a beautiful setting and a very comfortable vacation home. Everything worked great. An outstanding stay - that I wish we could have enjoyed longer. Flying in from the west coast, we arrived late on Saturday, to then pick up our teenage grandchildren on Sunday. This was intended as a short (two night) stay only - pick up the kids and move to our next destination. Certainly worth a longer stay, at a terrific location and property. Highly recommend. Very much 10 out of 10.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic Home with Thoughtful Touches on Beautiful Cove

My family members enjoyed their time at this property. While the house is somewhat rustic, as one might expect from a lake house, it has thoughtful decorations and improvements. The modernized kitchen served us well. And the house is well stocked with entertainment items. We enjoyed the use of the canoe and kayaks, and the proximity to Lazy Waves Pontoon Rentals, from which we rented a pontoon and tube. Our host Tonya was most accommodating. The proximity to Lexington and Columbia was a plus as was the house being pet-friendly. If we rent at Lake Murray again, we will consider this house.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard S., Decatur

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

Great place for a family visit

I was there with my family / grandkids (five adults, 4 kids) and the place had everything that we needed. That was important because our timing was bad with the weather and it rained most of our trip! But our days on the lake became days on the screened porch and it was great. The house was well-stocked with board games, puzzles, pool table ... many fun activities for the kids, never got bored even with the rain! The kitchen was well-orgainized and had everything that we needed. Nice dock on a quiet private cove, but the marina is just around the next bend, very convienient. Would definitely like to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kinsey L.

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

Perfect private cove

We very thoroughly enjoyed our stay here at Lake Murray! From the pool table and the record player upstairs, to the spacious backyard, and of course, the lake, we always had something to do. The dock was lit with beautiful, automatic lights that came on at night. There was also plenty of room (and big bass) in the private cove for fishing! Tonya was a fabulous host and was very responsive. The kitchen was gorgeous and fully equipped for 2 people who love to cook. The rental was very clean, and bedding and towels were also very comfy. We highly recommend this rental to anyone looking for a relaxing, fun-filled getaway trip to the lake! We will definitely be back, especially in the spring and summer time.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

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

See you next year

Absolutely awesome experience from booking through the stay to check out. This is our second year staying here. Great house for our large family. Amazing location in a private cove off a cove, allowed for the kids to swim and play with no risk of boats speeding by. It’s also just 100 yards from one of the cheapest gas pumps on the lake. Which is co-located with lazy waves, boat rental. This allows for easy pick up drop off and refueling of the boat without having to have a vehicle drive halfway around the lake. Great fishing right from the dock. My family and I are already planning next years trip and this time staying for a week. See you next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan E.

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

Great Stay on Quiet Cove

The house was perfect for our small family and we were very thankful for the last minute booking. Communication was excellent and anything and everything that we could have needed was at this home. Our boys really appreciated the extra touches with the Christmas decorations, too! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bethany M.

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

Fun family home

Wonderful space for a family get together. Host was extremely accommodating and helpful, we really enjoyed the pool table, views and quiet street for walks. Plenty of room for all; beds were comfy and kitchen was well appointed. Will definitely want to come back
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022