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Lake Escape - Updated 2024 - Unobstructed Views at our Family-Friendly Retreat!

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Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
6 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20409 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake Escape - Updated 2024 - Unobstructed Views at our Family-Friendly Retreat!

Looking for an escape to the lake? Look no further! Lake Escape is a hidden gem, tucked away in a quiet finger of Lake Gaston offering the perfect place to gather with your friends and family. At Lake Escape, we spend our summers with a speaker and a float hanging out at the dock and the cooler months fishing or cozying up around the fire pit. With 2 kitchens, 2 living rooms, 6 bedrooms, and ample baths, there is enough space for everyone. We custom designed and built this home as a family, with family in mind. The goal was to have large common areas where we could eat and play board games together, laughing and enjoying each other’s company with the perfect balance of privacy so everyone has their own space to retreat and unwind after a good, long day.

You will enter our home from the covered carport into the main floor and immediately be met with a beautiful view of the water. On this upper, main floor you will find a huge kitchen and dining room attached to the living room with seasonal fireplace, and two private bedroom suites with attached, private baths. Our kitchen is very well stocked, with lots of seating options for everyone, and the living room is big enough for the whole family! Surrounded by windows, you will have an amazing, unobstructed view of the lake from almost anywhere.

Downstairs you will find a secondary kitchen allowing extra storage and refrigerator space as well as a second set of appliances, perfect for cooking for large groups! As you make your way toward the lake, you’ll find the hub. Our living room downstairs is the perfect hangout for the entire family! Downstairs has a more laid back feel and a variety of activities for all to enjoy. Those with a competitive spirit can test their skills at the ping pong table while others can gather on the large sectional to watch a movie, sports, or listen to music! We have upgraded wifi so you will have no problem streaming movies or music (or working if you absolutely HAVE to, but we encourage you not to 😉) We have an “art nook” for the kids (or the kids at heart) and a generous game closet filled with cards, board games, puzzles, trivia, and so much more. The remaining 4 bedrooms are off these main living spaces on the lower level.

Our large yard is relatively flat compared to many homes on the lake and is perfect for throwing a football, playing badminton, or a friendly game of bocce ball (all of which are included!). There is sun and fun galore down at the dock, perfect for floating, fishing, or just finding some sun. At the dock, you’ll find lounge chairs for the sun lovers, noodles and a small selection of life jackets for those that want to float, and even a small refrigerator for live bait for everyone who wants to wet a line. Our paddle boat is available for you to use and you may rent kayaks, paddleboards, or boats from various businesses around the lake.

Just because the sun goes down, doesn’t mean the fun stops! We have a built in fire pit, perfect for roasting hot dogs and marshmallows for smores. Just bring your own wood! When the fire dies out, sit around a while. The night sky is filled with stars and away from the hustle and bustle of busy life, you can sit back, relax, and enjoy this beautiful place that we get to call home.

The “Lake Escape” is located in Tanglewood Shores Golf and Country Club, just 6 miles off Interstate 85, Exit 4 in southern Virginia. For a fee, you can play a round of golf on the community’s 9-hole course, or have access to the community recreation area! The rec area is always a family favorite, you can enjoy the beachy area with roped off swimming section, playground, grills, covered picnic shelters, basketball courts, and docks for fishing. Grocery stores, a marina with (our favorite) on the water restaurant and boat rentals, Rosemont Winery, and more local dining options are only a short drive away.

We are so blessed to have this home and the opportunity to share it with you, our amazing guests! Our manager, Faith grew up in this home, on this lake. (Hi, it me, I’m the one writing this bio. Haha!) I have a special insight on the area and all the fun things there are to do and it is always my goal to help you make the most of your getaway. If you are celebrating a special event or just getting together with your friends, please let me know and I may be able to add a little bit of *sparkle* to your stay.

As a safety precaution required by our home owners insurance, our home is equipped with a doorbell camera at the front door and an outdoor camera covering the exterior doors downstairs. There are absolutely NO cameras inside. These cameras are not monitored, unless there is an issue. If you have an issue, please don't talk to the doorbell! Give me a call or send a text, and I'm happy to help.

Make your reservations early to ensure you first choice of weeks. Short notice rentals are available, contact manager for more information.

Optional Add-Ons
Linens - $250 per stay

Property manager

Faith Oddon

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Unit size: 4,400 square feet

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Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 45
Note from host: Please contact manager prior to booking
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Family friendly Retreat Stunning Unobstructed Views
Lake Escape Family friendly Retreat Stunning Unobstructed View

About the neighborhood

Map
Bracey, VA

What's nearby

  • Lake Gaston - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Rosemont Vineyards - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • VCU Health Community Memorial Hospital Thomas W. Leggett Center - 29 min drive - 28.7 km
  • John H. Kerr Reservoir - 39 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Kerr Lake Country Club - 43 min drive - 48.8 km

Getting around

  • Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) - 90 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carolina BBQ & Chicken - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Shady Shack Grill & Flip Flops Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Huasteco - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Huddle House - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Escape - Updated 2024 - Unobstructed Views at our Family-Friendly Retreat! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Escape - Updated 2024 - Unobstructed Views at our Family-Friendly Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Escape - Updated 2024 - Unobstructed Views at our Family-Friendly Retreat!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lake Escape - Updated 2024 - Unobstructed Views at our Family-Friendly Retreat! located?

This family-friendly Bracey vacation home is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Gaston and Rosemont Vineyards. La Crosse Town Park and La Crosse Caboose Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Lake Escape - Updated 2024 - Unobstructed Views at our Family-Friendly Retreat! Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 129 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 129 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 129 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 129 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 129 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space for multigenerational family holiday
My Mom, my sisters and all of our families enjoy staying here two years in a row to celebrate the holidays. The house is spacious and has everything we need for my foodie sisters to cook great meals. The property manager Faith is friendly and super responsive but we've only had a glitch with the Internet once. Mainly we talk to Faith because she's great about checking in and making sure everything is great. Highly recommend for groups or family gatherings.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family and Friends Getaway
We enjoyed staying at this home for the weekend. We loved playing outdoor games and relaxing at the bonfire.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
We had a fantastic time staying here. The house is huge and comfortable. It accommodated our large group with no problem. Plenty of bathrooms and a large kitchen. The yard was nice and had plenty of amenities such kayaks and a fire pit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Soul Sister weekend
We had 13 women that are a faith-based group. We had so much fun in the house. Plenty of beds and bathrooms. Lots of sitting space. The two kitchen was especially helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alcinei R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful vacation
Is the second time we stayed in this house. The house is beautiful spacious, it has everything we need, the lake is good for fishing, we enjoyed it a lot and we will come back again Mrs. Faith is wonderful
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great lake house!
We had an awesome time at our time on Lake Gaston! Once we figured out the shallow cove issues with our boat, all was well. House has lots of space, big kitchen, and one of the best views! An easy boat road to Shady Shack for dinner. And owner was amazing!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Robin F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great weekend
We had a wonderful time this weekend. The house is older and could use a deep cleaning and minor cosmetic repairs but we enjoyed our stay. The queen bed on the main floor could definitely use a new mattress due t o sagging, but other beds were comfortable. The owner was very responsive and accommodating. Would stay here again.veryresponsiaaccaccommodat
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

dwayne o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!!
This is a huge, clean, and very well kept home. Faith is very easy to communicate with. I've rented this house twice and will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rare Gathering of the Clan
Our family gathered at Lake Escape for my husband's 80th birthday. Everyone had their own space inside with lots to do outside. The view of the lake is amazing and having access to kayaks and inner tubes enhanced the experience for all. Inside we had a ping pong table as well as 2 living rooms and 2 kitchens. We all had a fabulous time.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrill T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our vacation
From check-in to check-out, the house exceeded our expectations. Check-in process was simple and all needed information was easily found in the information binder. All amenities advertised were available and in working condition. Lots of cooking resources, dishes, etc. We added the linen package at the last minute and our request was easily accommodated. This house was a joy and made our family vacation a week to remember.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Sze-Wai L.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Love the space and water view
We had our family reunion trip and spent a week in this property. We loved the lake house and the lot of space for cooking and dining. We did have fun time to enjoy water activities and family gathering. Just few negative things: We found several cockroaches in the house - killed at least 2 inside the capital suite room and 1 in the patio. The mattress quality isn’t that good in general and my family members had to use the air mattresses to sleep on the floor instead.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
House is beautiful!! Kitchen is well stocked. Our family had a great time here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terry J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was absolutely fantastic
Quiet beautiful and immaculate home. A huge thank you to Faith. Greatly appreciated
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakeside beautiful spacious retreat home
Lake Escape is a large beautiful home with two levels of great spaces for sleeping, eating, meeting, and game playing. It was a great spot for our winter retreat. It is well maintained and always an exceptional place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

April K., Winston Salem NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get away
We had a great time and enjoyed the home. Plenty of room and the house was very well stocked with all cooking items needed .
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elaine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Lakeside Home fully equipped
Our Ladies Bible study group has stayed each year at Lake Escape for our winter retreat. We love this beautiful setting! The home is full of natural light, spacious and cozy providing a wonderful place for our group-15 ladies this year. The two living rooms and several decks provide great places to be inspired. We highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great fall weekend in Bracey
Our family of 14 loved staying at this property. Fully equipped, easy access to highway, boat ramp, dump, and main road. Very spacious for a large group.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for multiple families
My family of six met my two sisters and their families to spend the holidays together. The set up of the house and configuration of the bedrooms/ bathrooms worked really well for us! The kitchen was well stocked, the game room, books, games -- everything we needed for a fun family time even in the cold weather. We also enjoyed the beautiful view every day! Really enjoyed our time together here!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne R., Cary NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
4 generations of family together for a week. Priceless! Everything was perfect
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

LISSETTE B.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Nice Lake , filthy bedroom
Comfortable house with a beautiful view. There are lots of mobile homes in the neighborhood. Suitable for a family gathering. The carpet in the first bedroom on your left is filthy, and the bed is falling apart. No support for your back. I do have videos and photos. There is a $250 linen fee. The towels are extremely old and small. The AC never WENT BELOW 73 (it was hot, a heat wave). I texted the host and she alleged remotely she was able to see it was 67. We cleaned the house from top to bottom. We have tons of photos. We stayed four days and three nights. We paid a lot of fees, insurance, linen, cleaning, etc., etc..after the bedroom and AC incidents, we requested a small refund, and she refused. I was expecting better customer service.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and spacious
Our family had a great time at the lake! The house allowed us plenty of room to gather as a group but also lots of space to spread out and enjoy the many fun activities available to us. We spent a lot of time fishing on the dock during the day and around the fire pit at night. The spacious and well-stocked kitchen made group meals easy, and the rooms and bathrooms were all a good size and comfortable. It was the perfect fit for us and we'd love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Sarah

Liked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Lake Gaston -Bracy
Found roaches ans and inside the house. Outside overrun with spider webs and active spiders. Screened in porches had wet moldy carpets.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Nate V.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Sanctuary
Nestled in a quiet part of the lake, this house offers a respite from everyday life. A big kitchen, plenty of bathrooms, and nice, inviting spaces for all to enjoy. A few flaws would be the low number of loungers up on the sun deck at the dock, multiple broken chairs, the single serve Keurig-style brewing machine (great for a small house, not for a large house like this), the old washer and dryer, and some mold growing in the master bath shower. Owner was very helpful and great to work with. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property and host
This was a Girl’s Weekend where we just wanted to unwind and enjoy each other’s company. Age range was 16 - 76 and we were able to entertain everyone due to space. Everyone was amazed by the space we had because we were able to be together and separate all at the same time. The morning view was awesome having the opportunity to see the sunrise from the living room. Kitchen was stocked with everything and we cooked, lol. Faith is an excellent host and very responsive. She answered all of my questions and was gracious enough to geive us some extra time upon check-out. I would definitely book with her again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer L., Virginia Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the space you need!
Three families travel every year to the lake. 6 adults and 8 kids. There was plenty of space everywhere! Kitchen, living, play area, bedrooms, outdoor porches and lawn. We very much enjoyed our stay. The only reason for a 4 star overall review is because we couldn’t jump off the dock into the lake. There are a lot of stumps in the water. But otherwise, it was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023