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Blame It on Rio by SoCharm | Quiet Cove

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8114 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Blame It on Rio by SoCharm | Quiet Cove

🌴 Blame It on Rio – Cozy Cove Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Paddleboard & Game Zone
📍 Lake Norman | 🛏 4 Bedrooms | 🛁 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8
🔥 Fire Pit | 🛶 Kayak & Paddleboard | 🎲 Game Room Fun | 🌅 Lakeside Deck & Backyard

Need an escape? Come Blame It on Rio, your private lakeside retreat tucked into a peaceful cove on Lake Norman. This charming, one-level home is the ideal setting for a family vacation, a weekend with friends, or a cozy couple's getaway. Thoughtfully updated with style and comfort in mind, it's ready to welcome you—rain or shine.

Step inside to discover a bright, open-concept layout where the remodeled kitchen flows seamlessly into the inviting living room. Stainless steel appliances, sleek counters, and all the kitchen essentials make mealtimes a breeze. Whether you're preparing breakfast or gathering for dinner, there's plenty of space to connect. The living area offers cozy seating and beautiful lake views, the perfect spot to kick back and catch a game or simply relax.

With four welcoming bedrooms, there's room for everyone to settle in. The spacious primary suite features a king bed and a private en suite bath, offering a peaceful escape after a day on the water. Two stylish queen bedrooms provide comfort and privacy, while the fun bunk room with a twin-over-queen setup is perfect for the kiddos—or anyone young at heart.
Out back, you'll find a large deck that invites slow mornings with coffee and golden hour cocktails. The backyard is a haven of its own—stretch out on the lawn, play a game of cornhole, or gather around the fire pit as the sun sets over the water. It's the kind of place where stories are shared and s'mores are always on the menu.

Rainy day? No problem. The home includes a cozy game area stocked with board games and kid-friendly activities to keep the whole crew smiling. When the sun returns, grab the paddleboard or kayak and explore the calm waters of the cove at your own pace.

Whether you're seeking calm, connection, or just a bit of lakeside magic, Blame It on Rio is the perfect place to hit pause, laugh a little louder, and make memories that last.
Your Lake Norman escape is waiting—book now and start your story at Blame It on Rio.

ROOM DETAILS:
Primary Bedroom- King, ensuite bathroom (shower)
Queen Bedroom- Shares bathroom (shower/tub combo)
Bunk Bedroom- Twin/Double, shares bathroom
Queen Bedroom- Shares bathroom

Don't forget to add a boat rental to your stay to get the most out of your Lake Norman experience! We have partnered with a nearby marina to provide our guests with brand new tritoons - delivered right to your dock for your ease! Just ask us about boat rentals and we will arrange for one to be delivered to you!


📌 Important Notes for Your Stay:
🚗 No Garage Parking
Garage access is not available during your stay—ample driveway parking is provided.
📝 Signed Lease Required
To finalize your booking, a signed rental agreement is required, along with a valid photo ID and a quick selfie for verification. This must be completed within 7 days of booking to avoid cancellation.
⏰ Early Check-In / Late Check-Out
Want to extend your stay a bit? Early check-in (2 PM) and late check-out (12 PM) are available for a $50 fee per request—subject to availability. Please note: this option is not available on holidays.
💍 No Events or Weddings
We love a good celebration, but for the comfort of all guests and neighbors, events and weddings are not permitted at Southern Belle.
🐶 Dog-Friendly with Fee
Bringing your pup? We welcome up to two dogs with a $150 fee per dog. Just let us know in advance!
🛥️ Boat Dock Info
Planning to bring your own boat? We're happy to help—but please check with us first. While we have a private dock and boat lift, we can't guarantee compatibility with all boat types.The neighborhood has a boat launch area for your convenience!
🌊 Lake Levels May Vary
Water levels on Lake Norman can fluctuate daily and are outside of our control.

Property manager

Southern Charm Retreats

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,227 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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

502454

About the neighborhood

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Cornelius, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Norman - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Norman Visitors Center - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Davidson College - 7 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Birkdale Village - 7 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Lowe's Corporate Headquarters - 10 min drive - 11.6 km

Getting around

  • Charlotte Station - 24 min drive
  • Concord, NC (USA-Concord Regional) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hello - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lost Worlds Brewing Co - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blame It on Rio by SoCharm | Quiet Cove pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Blame It on Rio by SoCharm | Quiet Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blame It on Rio by SoCharm | Quiet Cove?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blame It on Rio by SoCharm | Quiet Cove located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Norman, Raceworld USA, and Lake Norman Visitors Center. Jetton Park and Lake Norman Miniature Golf are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Blame It on Rio by SoCharm | Quiet Cove Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 9 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randall M.

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

Great house

Great house on the lake! Clean nice, close to things in Lake Norman
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia S.

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

Thanksgiving Stay

This property was cute, functional and well managed! It is a small house but put together so well. Kitchen was very well appointed and stocked with key necessities! It is a great location with lots to do near by. Beds were comfy and house was super clean. Will stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcia S.

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

Lovely and Charming!!

Very sweet property. Great bag yard and deck. House is sma but they did a great job utizing all the space. Very clean and well stocked. Wi
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Great Lake home!

Clean home and seem less checkin. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley Y.

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

Blame it on Rio

Nice home and great location would definitely visit this property again in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

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

Great house and location

My husband and I stayed here with our dog for several days checking out the area to potentially live one day. The house and location were great. We were able to explore all the surrounding neighborhoods while just a short 30 minute drive to downtown Charlotte. The house was very clean and nicely decorated with all the necessities. We enjoyed our time on the deck overlooking the water every day as well as the access to the private beach just up the road. Highly recommend!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri C.

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

Lake Life

Loved living the Lake Life - Blame it on Rio was great… The entire group loved the location and all of the amenities. Lake Norman was wonderful. We rented a boat from Lake Norman Boat rentals and had a blast in and on the water. We will definitely be back…
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra G.

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

Lake house getaway

Perfect long weekend at lake Norman. We had 5 adults and 2 small dogs and the house was comfortable at that number. The kitchen was well appointed for us to make some meals. We played games and spent lots of time outside on the amazing deck off the back. The kayak and paddle board were a nice addition for the weekend. Great walking in the neighborhood, great location to restaurants and stores. Also spent an afternoon in downtown Charlotte which wasn’t far. Would 100% stay again. Thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer T.

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

Lovely Lake Home

This was our first visit to Lake Norman, and we could not have been more pleased. We had to contact the property management company about the door code upon arrival, and they were very prompt in responding and resolving the issue. The house was very clean when we arrived, and we were pleasantly surprised to find it actually had four bedrooms vs. the three that were advertised (the fourth might not legally qualify as a bedroom is all I can think). The house was very well appointed with bath towels, outdoor towels, kitchen appliances, cooking supplies, and househould necessities (hand soaps, cleaning supplies, toilet paper, trash bags, etc.). The deck and outdoor furniture were very nice, and even though we didn't use the fire pit, we relaxed in the chairs around it in the evenings. We had our dogs with us, so we brought a baby gate to block off the deck stairs to contain them since there's no fence. (Note, bring bug spray if you plan to spend time outside.) The lake setting is beautiful. We rented a boat for a few days, and the lake was so serene and peaceful. It's really wide and spacious, and we were able to navigate around the lake easily with no boat traffic. There are literally no complaints or gripes about the house or our stay there. I'd definitely recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024