21 Lake House Gifts That Show Why Life Is Better at the Lake

Great for lying on on the shore, sitting on while boating, or wrapping around the shoulders when the sun goes down, this cute throw blanket will make the perfect addition to any holiday home. Super soft and cozy, this blue and white throw is embroidered with ‘Life is Better at the Lake’.

This pair of beautiful glasses will make a stunning lake house gift, and can either be left at the lake to enjoy while they’re there, or used at home to remind them to go more often! Ideal for both red and white wine, these 20 oz. glasses are beautifully and permanently etched.

Add a little nautical charm to mealtimes with this super cute Rowing Boat Dish Server. Made from stoneware, this little blue and white boat comes with ‘Life is great at the Lake’ in red on the side, and is perfectly sized for dips or other condiments. A wooden oar spoon is also included.

They can be reminded of their favorite spot every time they dry the dishes with this sweet themed tea towel. Made from a 100% cream waffle cotton, the towel measures 19” x 28”, and is embroidered with ‘The Lake is my Happy Place’ along with some sweet little waves of water.

One of the pleasures of spending time at the lake is fishing, and of course, cooking that freshly-caught fish at the end of the day. Keep the theme going while keeping hands safe with this pair of unusual oven mitts. Made from 100% quilted cotton, the pair features two different fishy designs.

Everyone knows that time takes on a different meaning when you’re on vacation, especially if you’re by the lake. This wooden clock will make a fabulous addition to any rustic home from home, as it’s finished in muted ‘watery’ colors, and includes the words ‘On Lake Time’ on the face.

A different set of rules applies when we’re on vacation, whether that’s a weekend getaway or a longer break, so remind them of these guidelines with this fun wooden sign. Rustic and nautical with its distressed blues and whites, this sign will show them how it’s really done at the lake house.

No matter how much wildlife they see at the lake house, they still need this stunning hummingbird wind chime to grace their deck. Solar powered so it comes to life at night, this beautiful feature includes six tiny birds that glow with ever changing vivid colors to brighten up the darkness.

Perfect for picnics on the beach or evening drinks on the deck, this fun wine bottle life preserver will add to the general waterside theme of the occasion. Bright orange and fitted with an adjustable strap, this life vest decoration will fit most standard sized wine or beer bottles.

Spending time with the family produces the best memories, and what better way to display those memories than with a beautiful photo frame? Made to resemble weather-worn wood panels, this sweet frame holds a 5” x 7” photograph, and the words ‘Life is better at the Lake’ on the front.

This Lake Topography Art will make a fabulous gift to anyone with a property by the water. Choose their particular lake or coastal region from an astounding list available, and have it represented with a cherry wood framed 3D topographical map which includes water depths, landmarks, roads, and more.

This Custom Coordinate Paddle Wine Rack will make an absolutely terrific lake house gift for anyone who likes to kick back and relax with their favorite tipple. Handmade from American Hickory, this wall mounted paddle has space for three bottles, and comes engraved with the coordinates of that special place.

Funny and functional, these Beer Preservers will keep cans cold while also protecting hands from condensation. Styled on a classic life vest, this fun Beer Preserver comes in vintage orange or sky blue, and will hold a standard can for sipping on land or on the water.

Cribbage is a great game to play while relaxing at home or on vacation, and this board is extra special. Made from cherry wood and etched with exquisite detail, the board can be made to represent one of almost 7500 lakes across the world, as well as the surrounding roads and landmarks.

They can serve up some snacks in style with this fun Rowboat Serving Bowl. Designed to look just like a simple rowboat, this bowl is made from aluminum and features a napkin holder which, when filled, resembles the sails. There are even four sheesham wood paddle spoons so everyone can tuck in.

Absolutely stunning but still functional, this serving tray will be a lasting reminder of the lazy, hazy days spent at their favorite lake. Made from maple wood and cherry wood, this beautiful tray features a topographical map of their chosen lake, which is encased under glass so it’s protected from spills.

Their lake house probably holds years and years of memories, and this whimsical artwork will capture those memories forever. The canoe at the center of the print will hold between 2 and 14 passengers, including the family dog, along with their names and the name of the lake, too.

Lazy days and sultry evenings are what lakeside vacations are made of. Add a little fun into the mix with this cute tabletop cornhole game. Measuring just 36” long, this compact version of the favorite family game comes with 8 mini beanbags, as well as score pegs, instructions, and an allen wrench.

If their days consist of taking the boat out on the water, this mug will make the perfect lake house gift. Handmade from clay and glazed in wonderful, natural shades, this 14oz mug is hand-carved with a solitary rower against a backdrop of trees and the rising sun.

Choose from one of eleven lakes on this list, and you will receive a stoneware mug decorated with a map of the lake on one side, and some fascinating facts and figures on the other, including depth, elevation, and how many sunny days per year the lake and its visitors enjoy.

This Sunset Scene Sand Art is a wonderful way to recreate the ever changing views of the sun going down. Beautifully captured in a wooden frame, the scene changes every time the glass is rotated, creating a soothing, slow-building sandscape against a backdrop of late in the day sunshine.