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LAKE.COM REACHES 40,000 WATERFRONT PROPERTIES, TRANSFORMING HOW TRAVELERS DISCOVER LAKESIDE GETAWAYS

Lake.com Expands to 40,000 Properties Across 36 Countries

Lake.com, the specialized travel marketplace focused on water-adjacent vacations, has achieved a significant milestone by reaching 40,000 active rental properties spanning 36 countries. This achievement highlights the growing preference among travelers for accommodations situated near lakes, beaches, rivers, and marinas.

The company’s CEO, David Ciccarelli, expressed pride in exceeding their annual targets: “We began the year aiming to bring 30,000 properties onto our platform. Thanks to our partners’ confidence and our team’s dedication, we surpassed that goal by more than 30%, hitting over 40,000 listings. This accomplishment energizes us to continue building and expanding.”

European Markets Lead in Waterfront Properties

The marketplace shows particularly strong presence throughout Europe, where demand for coastal and lakeside accommodations continues to rise steadily. Based on current active listings, Lake.com’s top countries include:

  • Italy (approximately 10,000)
  • Croatia (approximately 10,000)
  • France (approximately 8,000)
  • Denmark (approximately 6,000)
  • Spain (approximately 6,000)
  • Switzerland (approximately 5,000)
  • Germany (approximately 5,000)
  • Finland (approximately 3,000)
  • Austria (approximately 3,000)
  • United States (approximately 2,000)

U.S. Growth Concentrated in Popular Lake Destinations

Within the United States, Lake.com is experiencing notable growth in regions known for their iconic lake communities and outdoor recreational opportunities. The platform’s presence is strongest in these five states:

  • Florida (425 properties) — Featuring Lake Okeechobee, the Winter Haven Chain of Lakes, the Harris Chain of Lakes (Mount Dora/Tavares), plus numerous water-centric getaways along the Gulf Coast and Panhandle
  • Tennessee (265 properties) — Including Norris Lake, Douglas Lake, Center Hill Lake, Dale Hollow Lake, and the broader Smoky Mountains lake region
  • New Hampshire (143 properties) — Highlighting Lake Winnipesaukee, Squam Lake, Newfound Lake, and various accommodations in the Lakes Region and White Mountains gateway communities
  • Washington (107 properties) — Offering stays near Lake Chelan, Lake Washington, Lake Crescent (Olympic Peninsula), as well as Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands
  • Missouri (105 properties) — Covering Lake of the Ozarks, Table Rock Lake, Truman Lake, and the lake communities around Branson

Filling a Gap in the Travel Marketplace

Traditional online travel agencies often fail to properly showcase lakefront properties, typically mixing them among millions of urban listings. This approach makes it challenging for travelers to discover ideal water-based retreats and limits visibility for property owners whose primary selling point is shoreline access, dock availability, or proximity to marinas and parks.

Lake.com addresses this market gap by exclusively focusing on water-oriented travel experiences. The platform enhances property discovery with comprehensive destination context—including over 360,000 data points across more than 7,000 destinations such as lakes, parks, and marinas. This specialized approach helps travelers quickly find suitable waterfront accommodations while enabling hosts to connect with guests specifically seeking lakeside experiences.

The Story Behind Lake.com

Founded by a husband-and-wife team driven by their passion for helping families experience natural beauty, Lake.com has steadily built its inventory of waterfront vacation homes across North America and Europe. The company leverages advanced AI technology to create what they describe as a next-generation platform specifically designed for outdoor travel enthusiasts.

The growth trajectory of Lake.com reflects the increasing consumer desire for specialized vacation experiences that offer direct access to water-based recreation. As travelers increasingly seek authentic connections with nature and memorable outdoor experiences, platforms that curate specific types of accommodations are finding their niche in the competitive travel marketplace.

This expansion comes at a time when the short-term rental market continues to evolve, with specialized platforms carving out distinct segments based on location, property type, or experience focus. Lake.com’s achievement suggests that travelers appreciate platforms that understand their specific needs rather than generic listing services.

For property owners with waterfront accommodations, the platform offers an opportunity to showcase their unique amenities to an audience specifically searching for water-adjacent stays—potentially improving visibility compared to larger, more general booking sites where their listings might get lost among millions of urban properties.

As Lake.com continues to grow its inventory across additional regions, the platform aims to become the definitive resource for travelers seeking authentic waterfront experiences, whether that means a peaceful lakeside cottage, a beachfront condo, or a river-adjacent cabin with direct water access.

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