Would you like to rent a vacation home that includes kayaks, paddleboards and water gear for guests to us? You have found the right list. Start planning a family vacation where you can enjoy a lake, river, or beach! These vacation homes in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia not only look like great places to spend time with your family, but also include kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and/or other water gear for your enjoyment.
Vacations on or near the water are always fun, but what makes them even more fun is having access to water “toys” like canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards. Since you may not own that kind of equipment, we made vacation planning a little easier for you. Use the location links below to find the perfect water fun vacation home for your family!
This article includes:
Georgia Vacation Homes to Rent that Include Kayaks and SUPs
North Carolina Vacation Homes that Include Kayaks and More
South Carolina Vacation Rentals with Kayaks, Paddleboards, and More
Tennessee Vacation Home with Kayaks and Paddleboards
Virginia Vacation Home with Kayaks and Paddleboards
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A note on safety: Be sure to use included life jackets when enjoying the water gear at these properties. Know where it is safe to use the included water gear at these VRBOs and closely watch children. This list is intended for information purposes only and is not a specific endorsement of these properties and equipment.
Georgia Vacation Homes With Kayaks and SUPs
Hiawassee, GA
Stonecrest Lodge
This gorgeous custom log home is located near the heart of Hiawassee, GA and situated on top of the hill in a quiet neighborhood. It boasts of views of Lake Chatuge and the Chattahoochee Mountains. With a full log exterior, this vacation home includes a pool table, fully stocked gourmet kitchen, wrap-around deck with gas grill/smoker, landscaped gardens, fire pits, late, and private boat dock. Renters have access to their kayaks, paddleboard, and life jackets.
- 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
- Free wifi, outdoor furniture, beach chairs, 3 kayaks, 1 paddle board, multiple sizes of life jackets, private boat dock, beach towels, fishing poles, fire pit
- Sleeps 12
- Book Stonecrest Lodge: Lakefront Family Home in Hiawassee, GA
Lake Hartwell, GA
Family-Friendly Craftsman Cottage on Lake Hartwell
This large Craftsman-style home is located on Lake Hartwell in Georgia and has a private covered dock on the property and is only one minute from a local boat ramp. We love this house for families because it has an open floor plan, a large back patio with a grill and bar set, screened porch, and a finished basement. There is even a room with two sets of bunk beds perfect for kids.
- 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms
- Free wifi, wood burning fireplace, two kayaks, fire pit, assorted board games, Wii console and games, ping pong table
- Sleeps 10
- Book Family-Friendly Craftsman Cottage on Lake Hartwell
Lake Hartwell, GA
Lake Hartwell Cottage near Tugaloo State Park
This newly constructed cottage is tucked in the woods and has access to Lake Hartwell. It’s a 3-minute walk or 1-minute golf-cart ride to the private, shared dock. Your rental includes access to one covered boat slip, an indoor bathroom just off the dock, kayaks, paddleboards, and a golf cart. We especially love the modern and updated interiors in this home.
- 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Fireplace, Deck/Patio, Grill, outdoor furniture, single kayak, double kayak, paddleboards
- Sleeps 8
- Book Lake Hartwell Cottage Near Tugaloo State Park
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North Carolina Vacation Homes With Kayaks, SUPs and Water Toys
High Rock Lake, NC
Luxurious Lakefront Home on High Rock Lake
This vacation property features incredible views of High Rock Lake and plenty of room for 10 guests. The home has two levels of covered decking, and you can either rent a boat or bring your own right up the private pier. With a chef’s kitchen and SOMETHING, the house has an outdoor firepit and is steps away from an outdoor playground. Renters have access to two stand-up paddleboards and two kayaks.
- 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms
- Free wifi, outdoor furniture, beach towels, 2 kayaks, 2 stand-up paddleboards, dock, fire pit, games for kids, baby gate
- Sleeps 10
- Book Luxurious Lakefront Home on High Rock Lake
Holden Beach, NC
Paradise Point Vacation Home Rental
Paradise Point looks like a great place to vacation with your family, friends, or just the two of you. There are panoramic views of both the Shallotte River and the intercoastal waterway. Renters have access to a pier, a pool (heated upon request), a floating dock to store your boat, kayak, hammock, hot tub, and fire pit. Ocean Isle Beach or Holden Beach are a short drive away.
- 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
- Free wifi, towels provided, grill, private pool, hot tub, outdoor furniture, beach chairs, 2 kayaks, floating dock, fire pit
- Sleeps 10
- Book Paradise Point near Holden Beach, NC
Lake Wylie, NC
Private Guesthouse on Lake Wylie
This vacation private guesthouse on Lake Wylie is beautiful. With a year-round saltwater pool and dock in the backyard, this home is an outdoor-lover’s paradise. With 3 kayaks you can take on the lake, the property is located in a gated community on a bird sanctuary
- 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
- Free wifi, 3 flast screen cable TVs, handicap accessible bedroom/bathroom, wood-burning fireplace, lake views, private patio with outdoor furniture, shared dock and year-round saltwater pool, boat launch, 3 kayaks
- Sleeps 5
- Lake Wylie Private Guesthouse
- Book Private Guesthouse on Lake Wylie
Roxboro, NC
Cottage on the Cove
Cottage on the Cove, located on Mayo Lake, is peaceful and quiet. The cottage has tons of windows with great views of the lake. Visitors will enjoy seeing lots of wildlife and fishing. Renters have access to 3 paddleboards and 2 kayaks. The dock is perfect for enjoying the sun, jumping in the lake, or quietly enjoying the scenery. There are several pool noodles and floaties that you can use as well.
- 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
- Free wifi, propane grill, 3 paddleboards, 2 kayaks, pool noodles and floaties, dock, fire pit, beach chairs, beach towels
- Sleeps 8
- Book Cottage on the Cove
Lake Norman, NC
Relaxing Lake Norman Retreat with Canoe, Kayaks, and Paddle Board
This vacation rental located on a wide cove on Lake Norman in North Carolina, is perfect for families and friends looking for swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking, or paddleboarding. Renters have access to a canoe, kayaks, and paddleboards. And for those times you don’t want to be on the water, there are board games, Bocce Ball, horseshoes, and Croquet to be played.
- 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
- Free wifi, wood stove fireplace, fire pit 1 canoe, 3 flatwater kayaks, 1 whitewater kayak, paddle board, swimming noodles, life jackets, fishing rods, and other assorted water toys
- Sleeps 5
- Book Relaxing Lake Norman Retreat
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South Carolina Vacation Homes With Kayaks, SUPS and More
Anderson, SC
Lake Hartwell Waterfront Retreat
This newly renovated, professionally decorated home helps make your vacation on Lake Hartwell memorable and relaxing. With a beautiful waterfront view of the lake with a covered dock and 4 kayaks for you to use, there’s enough for everyone in the family to enjoy. The gas fireplace for colder evenings, or the screened-in porch for warmer nights, helps to make your evenings more relaxing.
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Free wifi, 4 flat screen smart TVs, 4 kayaks, screened porch, new gas grill, covered dock
- Sleeps 8
- Lake Hartwell waterfront view cottage
- Book Lake Hartwell Waterfront Retreat
Cherry Grove Beach, SC
Luxury Waterfront Vacation Home
This is a perfect vacation rental for large groups up to 20 people with a ton of amenities. Located along the banks of House Creek, it’s a 5-minute paddle to Waties Island and a short golf cart ride to Cherry Grove’s grocery, restaurants, and shops. The house has so many amenities, you’ll want to check it out for the full list. You might even glimpse some dolphins swimming in the area! This looks like a perfect vacation rental for bridal showers, engagement parties, reunions, and family vacations.
- 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms
- 2 hot tubs, flat screen smart TVs, pool table, ping pong table, corn hole, snorkel gear, foosball, air hockey, fireplace, outdoor cable tv, deepwater dock, outdoor tiki bars, 4 kayaks, full outdoor shower, 3 paddleboards, canoe, life vests (of all sizes), waterfront beach area with fire pit, 5 adult bikes, waterfront pergola, basketball
- Sleeps 20
- Book Luxury Waterfront Vacation Home
Clemson, SC
Lake Front Private Retreat on Lake Hartwell
This vacation property looks like an outdoor-loving family’s dream rental. With a lake view, screened porch with rocking chairs, private covered dock, pool table, 2 kayaks, paddleboat, and canoe, you’re sure to make some great memories with your family and loved ones here.
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Free Wifi, wood-burning fireplace, beach chairs, beach towels, 2 kayaks, 1 canoe, 1 paddle boat, life jackets, tubes and floats during warm months, fire pit
- Sleeps 10
- Book Lake Hartwell Lake Front Private Retreat
Hilton Head, SC
Palmetto Dunes Water View Property
If you’re looking to accommodate a larger party near Hilton Head, then this Palmetto Dunes upscale vacation home might be exactly what you are looking for. They include beach chairs, beach towels, bikes, kid carrier, pool/beach toys, board games, crib/high chair, gas grill, and a large kitchen. With water views that you can see from the backyard to the side of the house, there’s a private pool and hot tub on-site. They also provide 3 kayaks (2 singles and 1 double) with life jackets. It’s only a 7-minute walk to the beach, too.
- 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms
- Free wifi, private pool (heated upon request), hot tub, beach chairs and towels, 3 kayaks, life jackets, adult bicycles, deck off the lagoon
- Sleeps 15
- Book Palmetto Dunes Water View Property
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Tennessee Vacation Rentals That Include Kayaks and Paddleboards
Norris Lake, TN
Brand New Lake House on Norris Lake in Tennessee
This vacation home is the perfect lake getaway for families. It’s newly built, and is located on a quiet cover on Norris Lake. We especially love the modern amenities, fire pit, hot tub, and private access to a boat dock. Renters have access to 2 paddleboards and 2 kayaks.
- 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
- Free wifi, hot tub, outdoor furniture, 2 kayaks, 2 paddleboards, paddle boat, fire pit
- Sleeps 7
- Book Brand New Lake House on Norris Lake
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Virginia Vacation Rentals with Kayaks and SUPs
Lancaster, VA
Waterfront Property near Belle Isle State Park
This waterfront property that sits on the mouth of Rappahanock River and faces towards the bay, has a water view from all rooms. We love the sunroom off the master bedroom and the large dock. There’s also a screened porch, and renters have access to the kayaks, canoe, paddleboard, crab pots, grill, hockey table, sauna, and outdoor shower.
- 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
- Kayak, canoe, water sports gear, hockey table, sauna
- Sleeps 10
- Book Waterfront Property near Belle Isle State Park
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