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Enjoy a two-night getaway at The Villa at Water’s Edge, a well-appointed luxury vacation home on Lake Wylie in Belmont, NC. Visit the beautiful Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, savor the

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Enjoy a two-night getaway at The Villa at Water’s Edge, a well-appointed luxury vacation home on Lake Wylie in Belmont, NC. Visit the beautiful Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, savor the

A Serene Getaway Is Waiting for You

Enjoy a two-night getaway at The Villa at Water’s Edge, a well-appointed luxury vacation home on Lake Wylie in Belmont, NC. Visit the beautiful Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, savor the best Southern dishes from the Jonas Brothers’ family at Nellie’s Southern Kitchen, take in lakefront views on Lake Wylie, and browse the shops of this historic downtown.

•  Two-night stay at The Villa at Water’s Edge

•  $100 gift card for Nellie’s Southern Kitchen

•  $100 gift certificate to Drift on Lake Wylie

•  Admission for two to Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden

•  $25 gift card to the Trailhead Store at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden


Gaston County is a mecca for those who love the outdoors with adored views from the pinnacle of Crowders Mountain State Park and rivers that are great for paddling, not to mention miles of hiking trails. Our charming, revitalized downtowns create wonderful places to meet on the corner of yesterday and today.

     Explore historic Belmont, a comfortable place to relax and enjoy unique eateries, sip craft beverages from the Ridgeline Craft Beverage Trail, browse boutiques and gift shops, and n­ibble on a sweet treat from a cotton candy factory, all while relaxing under the hardwood trees of Stowe Park. ​    

     A resurgence is rapidly making Gaston County the premier outdoor recreation destination in central North Carolina. We invite you to experience it for yourself. Unwind, unplug, and connect! Make the most of this opportunity by registering for this amazing weekend getaway.


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This story was published on Mar 03, 2025

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