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 queen 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 accomodate a todler 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 manager
Tonya Swalgren
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Shared/communal pool
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Microwave
Oven
Dishwasher
Paper towels
Coffee/tea maker
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathrooms
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Towels provided
Hair dryer
Soap
Shampoo
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Wood stove
Entertainment
Smart TV with cable/satellite service
Pool or billiards table
Arcade/game room
Video games
DVD player
Video library
Games
Books
Outdoor areas
Patio
Fenced yard
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Firepit
Laundry
Washing machine and dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 total pets
Suitability/Accessibility
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
On the lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Water sports equipment
Kayak on site
Boat on site
Tennis on site
Marina nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Fishing nearby
Wildlife and game walks nearby
Water skiing nearby
Power boating nearby
Kayaking 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)
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
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
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 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 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
On the Lake Gilbert
On the Lake Private vacation home
On the Lake Private vacation home Gilbert
About the neighborhood
Gilbert, SC
What's nearby
Lake Murray - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
Columbiana Centre - 35 min drive - 36.8 km
University of South Carolina - 37 min drive - 41.6 km
Crooked Creek Park - 47 min drive - 49.1 km
Dreher Island State Park - 59 min drive - 49.2 km
Getting around
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 14 min drive
Zaxby's - 12 min drive
Krafty Draft Brew Pub - 13 min drive
Starbucks - 14 min drive
Waffle House - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Pets Welcome/Private Cove on the Lake! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
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!?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Pets Welcome/Private Cove on the Lake! located?
This family-friendly Gilbert vacation 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 mi (20 km).
Pets Welcome/Private Cove on the Lake! Reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Trevor M.
6 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Trevor M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Johnny H.
7 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Johnny H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jarrett G.
1 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Jarrett G.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris M.
7 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Chris M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Fontenot A.
18 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Fontenot A.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jim O., Sammamish WA USA
28 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Jim O.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Daniel C.
26 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Daniel C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Serwinowski s.
7 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Serwinowski s.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Evelyn A.
28 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Evelyn A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
scott p.
16 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
scott p.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jacob R.
20 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Great place to stay. Easy Check in
Jacob R.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brandon F.
13 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Beautiful home with great bedrooms. Owners responded quickly to resolve any questions we had! Definitely going to stay again
Brandon F.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Thomas C.
24 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Thomas C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Scott B.
26 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Scott B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Myki B.
20 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Lake House
Lovely lake house. Fenced yard was perfect for the fur babies!!
Myki B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Douglas H.
25 May 2023
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.
Douglas H.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ian and Lori B.
16 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!?!
Ian and Lori B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brad R.
12 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Brad R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Richard S., Decatur
9 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Richard S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Megan E.
28 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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!
Megan E.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Bethany M.
28 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
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
Bethany M.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Derrick H., Columbia, SC
20 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
We had a great time at this amazing property! We were hosting family and this house made hosting easy. The kitchen and bar are spectacular, the backyard is fenced in for your dogs, what’s not to love? Check in was super easy. This is one of my favorite stays on lake Murray.
Derrick H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nick R.
24 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Gamecock Football Weekend
Visiting for the weekend to catch some Gamecock football and our stay couldn't have been more perfect. The location is cozy and quiet to enjoy personal time with friends and family!
Nick R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie B.
7 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Great place to stay! the addition of a pack and play would have been a plus, but the baby was fine in a nest on the floor. Lake and boats and marina, all was perfect! Loved the fire ring and the screened in back porch!!
Stephanie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Susan R., Morganton, NC
8 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Our Family enjoyed our Labor Day
We had a wonderful time at the lake house. Everyone we met was so friendly. The dock was great because we rented a boat and it was easy to dock. We had a couple meals and the kitchen had everything we needed. Thanks for letting us rent your house!