Lake Wylie Vacation Rentals

Nearby Charlotte, about a half-hour drive away, may offer fine restaurants and bustling nightlife, but nothing is better after a day on the lake than keeping it simple nearby. Try Rey Azteca for great Tex-Mex popular with locals, or head down to Pier 51 for the catch of the day.

Impossible to miss, the Buster Boyd Boat Ramp landing in the center of town is a well-liked meeting point with locals. There are eateries and specialty stores in the vicinity, and a paved bicycle path too.

Water babies will enjoy kayaking, tubing, wakeboarding and even water-skiing on Lake Wylie. Fancy catching some catfish to cook at your house rental? Wylie is a fantastic fishing destination.

Big city comforts are close at hand, and you can play laser tag, go bowling or bounce away at the Lake Wylie Bowl N' Bounce entertainment center. The colorful games arcade compliments their food menu - cheesy pizzas, chicken wings, chips, nachos and more.

The Lake Wylie Annual Fireworks Display takes place around the Fourth of July weekend. Residents from both South Carolina and North Carolina line the shores for this unique bi-state event. The Lake Wylie Music Fest is a free summertime event when bands perform at a dock as audiences listen on from their boats.

December features the eagerly awaited Holiday Boat Parade when beautifully lit boats sail down the waters as onlookers cheer from viewing points along the banks. Visitors come from as far as Charlotte.

Christmas Eve and New Year celebrations are a big deal in Lake Wylie, and you'll be treated to carol singing, fairy lights and local delicacies. House rentals are best booked ahead during Christmas and New Year.

Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens

Reconnect with nature at this hidden gem in Belmont that stretches along the banks of Lake Wylie. The water fountains and meadowlands with trails are lovely to stroll through.

Copperhead Island

With easy boat access, the pet-friendly island is perfect for picnics, fishing, boating and sunbathing. The sunsets are mesmerizing. Once back, repose at your lake-facing house rental.

Catawba Cultural Preservation Center

A 30-minute drive will get you to this center in Rock Hill which houses the cultural riches of the Catawba Indian Nation. The pottery, dance and drumming artifacts are quite compelling.

Carowinds Theme Park

Carowinds boasts some of the country's fastest and tallest roller coasters. There are encounters with dinosaurs, pirates and haunted houses. A must for families with children, and the young of heart.

Charlotte

A short drive from Lake Wylie is Charlotte, a city acclaimed for its cutting-edge museums, dystopian skyscrapers and historic sites. Vacation rentals and house rentals are many.