Lake Overlook Retreat - 5 acre nature preserve near the Eno River, UNC & Duke | Cottage in Hillsborough

New for 2025: En suite and secondary bedroom both have room darkening curtains.
Escape the intensity of the world with your own private paradise — an oasis in the middle of the Triangle!
Imagine strolling down to the waterside after dinner to watch the sunset over the lake, enjoying a glass of wine on your own private dock. Or taking a quick swim in the morning for exercise. Powered boats aren’t allowed so there’s no motor noise to upset your fishing or just laying back with some tea and a good book.
Later check out (11:30am), cleaning, and guest fees are included. No long list of check-out chores, we only ask you run the dishwasher and throw away your trash. We handle the rest!
This 1824 square foot lakefront chalet is situated on ~5 acres and is only 30 minutes from RDU airport, 15 minutes from Duke, and 20 minutes from UNC. The lake is great for fishing and we provide fishing poles and equipment. There are also kayaks and a canoe for paddling.
Amenities: We take stocking the house seriously and provide more amenities than we have personally experienced at a vacation rental. Our list includes abundant tissues, napkins, paper towels, TP, dish soap, dishwasher detergent, rinse aid, trash bags, hypoallergenic hand soap, shampoo, and conditioner. No “starter packs!” Forget your toothbrush? Check the drawer in the hall bath, we likely got you covered.
Deck and Outdoor Cooking: The 20' x 15' deck with sliding glass doors into the great room features a six-burner propane grill with a side burner and all of the tools for your outdoor cooking endeavors. Extra propane is stocked in the carport. We also have outdoor couches and a propane heater for comfort in cold weather.
Kitchen: We stock the kitchen with everything you need to cook, including a wide variety of pots and pans, crock pot, ninja blender, baking sheets, toaster oven, cooking utensils, oils, basic seasonings, honey, tea, sugar, coffee beans, and a grinder. Abundant glassware options, plastic cups, plates, bowls for the kids, ziplock baggies, parchment, foil, and plastic wrap are also provided. Wooden table with expandable leafs works great as a kitchen island or as an extra dining space.
Great Room: Vaulted ceilings, 90 Series 65" 4K Smart UHD NanoCell TV, oversized couch and loveseat, fainting couch with reading lamp and Qi charger, nesting side tables, behind-the-couch table with plug and 3 bar stools, glass top wrought iron dining table with 4 chairs, additional wooden chairs.
En Suite Bedroom: Features a Layla copper-infused king bed, Samsung 55" TV and Soundbar, plush rocking chair, full-length mirror, two dressers, nightstands with lamps, oversized walk-in closet, and French doors opening to a private deck with a treehouse feel and lake views.
En Suite Bath: radiant floor heating, Toto Washlet Bidet, dual vanity with recessed sinks, salt lamp night light, lake view, and a 3-way rainfall shower-head.
Secondary Bedroom: Queen size thermapedic memory foam mattress, wrought iron head and footboard, lush oversized reading chair with an ottoman, walk-in closet with ample hangers and a luggage rack.
Office / Third Bedroom: This multifunctional space offers a full-sized futon that serves as a comfortable couch for lounging and can be easily converted into a bed with a memory foam topper for additional sleeping arrangements. The room is equipped with a mesh office chair and a spacious work area that overlooks the serene woods, creating an ideal environment for work or study. Basic office supplies and an all-in-one laser printer are provided for your convenience. For entertainment, there's a large flat-screen TV with Roku that can be connected via HDMI to any video game console, device, or function as a second monitor for your work needs.
Lake Overlook: A 7.5-acre nature preserve suitable for swimming, fishing, and paddling. We provide Turkish towels, pool noodles, body boards, portable coolers, camp chairs, a canoe, and 2 sit-on-top kayaks.

Lake Overlook Retreat - 5 acre nature preserve near the Eno River, UNC & Duke is located in Hillsborough. Lake Overlook Retreat - 5 acre nature preserve near the Eno River, UNC & Duke provides accommodation, featuring Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, Guest Services, among other amenities. This Cottage features Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, Guest Services, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Lake Overlook Retreat - 5 acre nature preserve near the Eno River, UNC & Duke has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Hillsborough has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Hillsborough, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.