Carolina Renaissance Festival
Your Lakefront Home Base
Attending the Carolina Renaissance Festival? Stay at a private Lake Norman estate. 22 beds, 20 min from the festival, lakefront luxury. Book direct and save.
The Evoke Difference
From Jousting to Lake Views in 20 Minutes
The Carolina Renaissance Festival in Huntersville runs every fall weekend (October-November) and draws hundreds of thousands of visitors. Instead of fighting for a hotel room, book a private Lake Norman estate for your Renaissance crew. Twenty minutes from the festival grounds, our estates sleep 22 — so your whole group of costume enthusiasts, turkey-leg devotees, and joust fans can base camp together and return to a lakefront retreat after a full day of revelry.
Why Choose Us
Why Stay Lakefront for Ren Fest
20 Min from the Festival
The Carolina Renaissance Festival is in Huntersville — about 20 minutes from our estates. Easy commute, no hotel hassle.
Your Whole Crew
22 beds mean the entire Ren Fest group stays together. No coordinating hotel room blocks or splitting up.
After-Festival Wind Down
After a full day of mead and jousting, return to a fire pit on the lake instead of a hotel parking lot.
Evening Entertainment
Game room, movie theater, and hot tub extend the party past festival hours.
Breakfast Base Camp
Full kitchens mean big group breakfasts before heading to the festival. Save money and time.
Better Than Hotels
Per-person, a lakefront estate splits cheaper than individual hotel rooms — and the experience isn't even comparable.
Our Estates
Properties That Fit This Trip
Port Royale
The Greatest Dock on Lake Norman
Port Royale delivers the complete Lake Norman experience — the iconic dock everyone photographs, a private movie theater for evening entertainment, game room with shuffleboard and pool table, dual chef kitchens for group meals, and fire pit overlooking the lake.
- ✓ Iconic dock with swings & diving board
- ✓ Private movie theater with reclining seats
- ✓ Game room: shuffleboard, pool table, air hockey
- ✓ Dual chef kitchens — seats 14 at main dining
- ✓ 8 bedrooms, 7.5 baths — sleeps 22
Emerald Cay
A Private Island Estate on Lake Norman
Emerald Cay is a private 2-acre island estate with 180° panoramic lake views, a hot tub overlooking the water, private dock with tram access, fire pit, and the kind of seclusion that makes every moment feel exclusive.
- ✓ Private 2-acre island — total seclusion
- ✓ Hot tub with 180° panoramic lake views
- ✓ Private dock with tram to the waterfront
- ✓ Fire pit with lake backdrop
- ✓ 7 bedrooms, 7 baths — sleeps 22
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is the Carolina Renaissance Festival from the properties? +
About 20-25 minutes. The festival is held in Huntersville, and our estates are in Denver, NC. An easy and scenic drive.
When does the Renaissance Festival run? +
The Carolina Renaissance Festival runs weekends (Saturday and Sunday) from early October through late November. It's one of the largest in the country.
Can we come back to the house and return to the festival? +
Absolutely. The 20-minute drive makes it easy to return for lunch or a break, then head back for afternoon shows and evening events.
How many people attend the festival? +
The Carolina Renaissance Festival draws over 200,000 visitors per season. It's a major regional event with jousting, performances, food, crafts, and entertainment.
Should we book early for Ren Fest weekends? +
Yes. October and November weekends are popular, especially during peak foliage. Book 2-3 months ahead for best availability.
How do we book? +
Book directly through evokeluxuryproperties.com for the best rates — 15-20% less than third-party platforms. Select your dates, property, and submit an inquiry. We respond within hours.
What's the cancellation policy? +
We offer flexible cancellation policies. Contact us for specific terms based on your booking dates. We understand plans change and work to accommodate when possible.
Is there a minimum stay requirement? +
Minimum stays vary by season — typically 2-3 nights on weekdays and 2-3 nights on weekends. Holiday periods may require longer minimums. Contact us for specific dates.
How far in advance should we book? +
For peak season (summer, holidays, event weekends), we recommend booking 2-4 months ahead. Off-peak dates often have more availability, but popular weekends fill quickly.
Can we do early check-in or late checkout? +
Early check-in and late checkout are available when scheduling permits. Let us know your preference and we'll do our best to accommodate.
Which property is better for our group? +
Port Royale is ideal if your group wants a movie theater, extensive game room, and iconic dock with swings. Emerald Cay is the choice for ultimate privacy — it's a 2-acre island estate with panoramic lake views and a hot tub overlooking the water. Both sleep 22.
Is there parking for multiple vehicles? +
Yes. Both properties have ample parking for multiple vehicles — important for large groups arriving separately.
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Renaissance Festival by day, lakefront fire pit by night. 22 beds for your crew. Book your fall weekend.
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